21lbs down but can't see it :(

verptwerp

Hey, congrats on the weight loss ...... just keep plugging away ..... before long, everyone will know it :drinker:

ThaRealNicki

and may i say (i just saw your pix) you look great!!! i can definintley see a difference!!

gerripho

I started at 265 and it took 30 pounds before anyone noticed enough to comment on it.

Try this since you're doing some weight training and walking. Pick up two ten-pound weights and carry them along on one of your walks. It's hard to notice the loss since it comes off only a pound or two each week.

Another thing to try -- that is if you won't gross out and if you can find a butcher shop where you will never go again -- is to ask a butcher to show you 20 pounds of his fat trimmings. It's completely astounding what it amounts to. Or, next time you're at the grocery store, check out what 20 one-pound packages of bacon looks like. So you've lost that much, but just a portion of it from the organs, the thighs, the arms, the chin, the neck, etc. The small amounts coming from everywhere might not be visible to you, but it amounts to quite a bit.

I absolutely love your hair! Keep up the good work on your new lifestyle. And when you get that first positive comment from someone who doesn't know you are doing this, enjoy the natural high. It's worth the effort all by itself.

caseyclark3

I'm the same way! I've lost almost 20 pounds and I can't tell a difference at all in the way I look. People say I look thinner but I wish I could see it for myself. I do notice, however, that my clothes are fitting better and my posture is better. Best of luck. Don't give up!

Crochetluvr

I see it somewhat in my upper body and my belly is smaller. But I don't really see it below till I try on something I haven't worn in a couple months. Like today....I put on a pair of pull on shorts that used to fit me very snugly. Not any more. I couldn't believe they were so LOOSE. That's my confirmation even when I don't see it in the mirror, I see it in the clothes.

curvymomo3

I TOTALLY SEE IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! your doing awesome!!!! we are our own worst critic/enemies I honestly do see it though!

jyuubi

I've lost almost 20lbs, and I've lost only a few inches in different places. Losing a few inches in normal. Some people lose a lot of inches but little weight because they're toning their body, which is putting on muscle.

Pictures can usually show a difference. I can't when I just look at myself, but pictures and clothes make it easy to see.

wjimenez10869

I know what you mean. I "feel" better so for now that keeps me going. Hang in there and the physical change will come.

JewelsinBigD

I am coming down far more than you are my dear and I wear a 42J bra size (US). So while they are enormous- I still do Zumba 3x per week and Bodypump 2x per week. You can do it!! So proud of you so far!:flowerforyou:

MCproptart

Yes, I totally understand. For me, it's that everything is still in the same proportions, just a few inches smaller around. 4" around hips and 4" around waist and my silhouette is still the same. Hang in there--you will see results!

SweetCheekszx0

I love you in that green dress ❤ you look amazing

Bigjayinga

Sometime when you are larger it take longer to see. Just keep doing what your doing and you will get there.

binglebandit

I read somewhere in a science book (in relation to weighing and comparing minerals) that you can only tell the difference in two rocks, when holding them in your hands, if one of them is at least 10% heavier or lighter than the other. Otherwise they feel the exact same weight to you because your body can't tell that minute of changes. I thought this was a good metaphor for noticing differences in general. I would assume it could very easily be the same for body weight. If someone starts off as 250, then it might take until they lose 10% of their weight to notice an outward change. Which would be 225 (losing 25 lbs). If you were 150, you would notice a change much sooner as 10% would be 15 lbs. Granted I don't have actual proof aside from the mineral fact, but I thought that it relates rather well.

Also, I totally see a difference. Great work!

leonalynn

I thought I couldn't do anything with my huge boobies either (34L), but bought an Enell sports bra and I can run jump...anything I want to do. They hold you in and there is no shake at all! Seriously, invest in one. Changed my life.

jayliospecky

There IS a difference. 21 pounds is a LOT. So, first off, congrats on that. It's REALLY hard to see ourselves accurately, and we can't always rely on others to notice, either...and sometimes if they do notice they're not sure if it's appropriate to comment.

Also, you must see a difference when you put on that purple dress? Try that one on and take a pic, I bet it fits totally differently. Or the green one.

mmmyotwnz

From the photo's I could really tell in your waist. It will take a little while longer to see it elsewhere.
Are you taking measurements as well so you can see where you are loosing it? When I had lost 18, I was getting discouraged because it wasn't coming off like I had wanted. Then I measured and was stunned at the inches lost.

Not all loss is necessarily reflected by a scale.

pfftx

I can definitely see the difference from the photos, and you look great! You have such a lovely face!

I'm 10 lbs down in my journey so far and I can't see the difference yet at all, even in progress pics. I've been taking them every week because from past experience losing 50+ lbs (I'm a serial major yo yo dieter) I couldn't really tell until maybe 30 lbs in. Take it easy, don't stress about it, and keep it up!

I cooked a 10 lb roast for company the other day, and that sucker was *heavy*! Thinking about NOT carrying that around with me every day makes me happy.

Timetogetskinny

You're doing an AMAZING job and you LOOK AMAZING!! (you can totally see the difference in your photos) Congrats on the 21 pound loss and feel good about every pound you did loose!! It's hard to get to your goal but with consistancy and committment.... you'll get to where you want to be!!

Set new goals on a weekly basis or monthly basis... that's what I do! I'm currently in a 100 mile challenge for this month and it's KICKING MY BUTT... But, I am so glad that I'm doing it! It's made me realize just how much more I can REALLY DO and how much more I can REALLY CHALLENGE MYSELF!!

Don't get discourage... You are AMAZING AND BEAUTIFUL!! =D p.s. Also, what I do... I treat myself for every 5 pounds I loose... I either purchase new clothing or new workout equipment: Jump Rope, yoga mate... anything that will get me a bit further in my goals is what I do. =D

BarbellBlondieRuns

With me I felt like I could only recently see the difference. I am down 30 and have about another 40 to go. I can see the diff in your pics. By the way you are super cute. Like that red head on Mad Men. Va va voom! Congrats on your 21 lbs and keep at it and you will start to feel the pride in yourself.

Cara2628

i can definitely see a difference! you are doing an awesome job, keep up the good work and dont get discouraged!!!

zeerah

I can see it! You look great! Keep up the good work, it'll be sooo worth it!