Ready to give up....

Marie31450

I was just as frustrated as you were. I too had a restricted cubicle job for years and thought my metabolism up and died because the scale refused to move even tho I cut calories! But..don't give up.. The scale for me has finally started to budge after weeks of staying the same. I started to make better food choices like more fruits &veggies , and watched the sodium. I drink water all day and I was never a water drinker..always soda. Also started to hit the gym 4 or 5 times a week ..doing Zumba or treadmill or bike for cardio and then some weight training as well..I also checked out the eat more 2 weigh less group on this site and tried that for a while to reset my metabolism..so hang in there and you will start to see results if not on the scale at first, definitely in the way clothes fit and your overall energy! If you would like to..feel free to add me as a friend.

jlevie313

Don't give up! Try eating healthy foods lots of fruits and veggies because cutting out fast food and soda is hard and its just the 1st step! I know when I started working out and eating right I did not lose lbs but everything was fitting looser so just remember its not always the number on the scale I go by how I feel and how my clothes are fitting! I went through a rough month so I am now back to tight pants! Starting over! Don't give up so you dont have to start over like me

pennyknipprath

Please don't give up!

I know how important it is to see the result on the scale, but it's not the only measure of sucess.

I'm 48 will be 49 next month. I also have a desk job. You can do it.

Watch "Fat Sick and nearly dead". It's a documentry on Netflix very inspiring.

I watched this and fasted for one weekend. Drank fluids only and Odwalla juice the green one looks gross taste great.

This jump started my weight loss, but more importantly helped my stomach get used to eating less food. Sort of shrunk a little.
Then I started eating foods very high in nutrients. Friut, veggies, a small portion of lean protien. I realize I'm a serious carb addict so I cut out most if not all starches, bread, crackers etc..

Small changes make a big difference example 1 cup fresh pinnaple is a lot fewer calories then 1 cup of canned pineapple in it's own juice. The differnce was a shock to me, I only eat fresh now. I gave up mayo on sandwiches use spicey brown mustard only. I like the one with horseradish in it for a kick. Old habbits die hard, but try alternatives you may find in some cases you actually like it better.

Instead of running to Taco Bell at lunch I brought tennis shoes to work and I leave them there. I walk hard for 40 minutes everyday at lunch. Then eat my lunch while I work. Yeah I'm sweaty after , but so what.
Gave up Pepsi drink mostly water or occasionally Crystal light and learned to embrace being a little hungry. Decided if I worked a little harder at work, I think about food less. Win Win!

I have a treadmill at home and walked for 1 hour after work. Then later read something about getting a better workout outside. Walking on a trail that's uneven makes your muscles work differently trying to keep you stable. It's more enjoyable to me and makes the time go faster. The next thing you know I'm walking 2 hours at night. Yes we eat dinner about 7:45 to 8:00 PM but it's worth it.

I feel great! Food cravings were more manageable once I started eating foods high in nutrients. My body craves less because I'm getting what I need.

I have lost 33 lbs in three months. I even have some other issues slowing me down, new high blood pressure meds seems to be slowing weight loss. My mother is in last stage Breast Cancer. I had to go for a week to CA to help my parents as much as possible. I still watched food intake and cleaned and cooked for them the entire time which actually burns calories. I was on my feet the whole time. No internet to access MFP while there.

Life is never easy we can't give up or you may end up like my Mom. Fat increases the chance of Breast Cancer. She is 400 + lbs and has been using a power chair to get around for 10 years. Breast Cancer, Diabetic, Hyertension, Heart Failure at 65. This is what we face if we don't at least try.

Keep trying! Please, you wont' let the fat win, if you keep at it. Sooner or later the scale will show your efforts. !! Pretty Please. :happy:

Absref71

Hi,

2 weeks is nothing, your body doesn't even really know whats going on yet. You have 2 choices here, 1 is to keep trying and at the very worst you will be healthier for it or 2, give up and inevitably regret it.

If I may ask did you "myfitnesspal" do the amounts of carbs proteins and fats for you? I only ask as you have 54% carbs, 30% fat and 15% protein as your goals

I have had a look through your diary and can see a few key things you may want to watch out for and try.

Breakfast: Your breakfast is not very healthy. Instead of having your cheese stick and fiber bar how about trying a bowl of oatmeal. You will have more energy throughout the day and will feel fuller as well.

Lunch: Ok now how important is this dr pepper to you? Fizzy soda drinks alone are a huuuuuge glass of sugar, cut this out and not only will you start seeing results but you will again have more energy and less cravings for sweets. (briefly explained: the sugar causes a spike in your insulin levels but once you insulin levels drop quickly they will drop below normal and cause you to crave sugar again, a very crappy never ending cycle)

Your other lunches like the wraps and such are very good, well done, ill be using a few myself.

Snacks: Ah I see you like your crisps... yeah... not good... but there is an alternative, not great but better, give some wholewheat nacho chips a go taste good and the saturated fats are much lower.


Im not gonna lie, getting into shape is not always easy and requires dedication but damn does it feel good to look in that mirror and see some abs starting to make an appearance!!

Now get out there, go for a walk, a jog, the gym, squash, swim, tennis, hell kayak if you like it, keep at it and dont give up. When getting fit we all screw up, we all have a few bad meals but the important thing is to get back on track as soon as possible.

If you need any advice feel free to ask any time

trixiemou

Dont give up treat yourfirst two weeks as l learning curve. Take a look at your diary and see what you thnk you can improve on.

I am 52 and have been doing this now for six weeks, seven coming up. My weight has come off then gone back on. I must admit it was four weeks later when I looked back over my diary and thought Ok I am now going to have two weeks of seriousely behaving myself and see if it makes a difference. On the positive side I have lost four pounds so far so it is coming off........slowly.....which is better for you.

Good Luck