Maybe This Site Isn't For Me??

Considering it probably took more then two weeks to put that inch on, you can't do better then taking it off right? For real results, you have to stick with what you're doing for at least 4 weeks. When I started on here, I told myself I would do it for a year. Yes, a whole year and if nothing happened, well then I went through the year either way right? But so far I've lost 45 pounds and still losing. Give yourself a lot more time to let your body make changes because the time is going to pass either way, why not be happy when another two weeks passes, instead of trying to squeeze into something, it actually fits comfortably.

"Only" one inch in your waist? Honey, you LOST AN INCH FROM YOUR WAIST. That's fantastic! That's progress!

I feel for you. We all want big losses and NOW! I stalled for a month before dropping another pound or so this week. It takes dedication and patience. I can vouch for how well this site works, but you have to stick with it.

Good luck.

Can I ask what the big rush is all about??? This isn't just a quick fix, a diet, etc... This is the rest of your life... I total lifestyle change and nothing less. Your expectations are just unrealistic. and you have only been at this for 2 weeks (but have made some good changes in inches) I have been at this for 38 straight months but I don't view this as a time thing, it is my life and I just live it... Best of Luck

My goal is 1200 calories a day, whole foods mostly, very conscious of sodium, and exercise 3-4 times per week for 20-30 minutes each time. I feel like I'm making progress and I know that without this website, I would never be able to do what I am doing. I thank God for this website.

I don't see why you think you should have lost more than an inch in two weeks. two weeks? seriously. that's awesome.

too many people want immediate gratification, and that's why all these quick fixes, diet pills, and fad diets exist. I'm quite sure you didn't put an inch on your waist in two weeks. so take a chill pill, and step back into reality.

Honey, 1 inch in 2 weeks is pretty damn good. It's taken me upwards of five months to get from a size 16 to a size 12. Don't make your expectations too high. Losing weight takes time and a lot of patience. Have your husband hide the scale from you, and not let you have it for a couple of months. Then check your weight. That's what I did the first time I weighed myself and I felt great.

The next 6 months are going to come along, you can either choose to stick at it and see where you end up. Or quit and regret quitting 6 months down the line..

And as everyone's already said, losing one inch off your waist in 2 weeks is awesome. It probably won't continue at that rate, but even at HALF that rate, that means in six months, your waist will be six inches smaller.

that it all one day at a time,,,,,,,its hard but its worth it,,,:flowerforyou:

You are worth it ~ give this more than two weeks. Many (if not all) of us would love instant gratification with our weight loss & fitness efforts, but we know that the time put in is directly related to keeping it off & maintaining our level of fitness. P.S. I have been working out like a mad woman & still haven't lost any weight ... BUT ~ I feel fantastic!!! Don't throw in the towel yet - you can find all of the support you need on MFP :flowerforyou:

Your body loses weight in chunks, not linear. I have found that you can do everything right and your weight loss seems to plateau but you are patient and keep exercising and eating at a deficit (however slight) you will lose it, it will suddenly "whoosh". There are so many variables for the scale though: water retention, digestion, allergies, sodium, carbs, water intake, DOMS, inflammation, the list goes on. People mistakenly think they lose or gain weight when they eat more or less because of these fluctuations

Patience patience patience and keep your focus on two things: Eat Less and Move More. Nothing else matters.

I lost 20 pounds in over a year believe me it takes time, others lose faster and with some it takes longer.
Get over it and push yourself n eventually youll get there! losing one inch is awesome be happy with that!
You achieved something ,let that be your motivation!
I weight myself once a month... i dont own a scale of my own.

How much did you expect to lose in two weeks? Seriously? Stop paying attention to the quack TV personalities who promise you can lose 5-10 pounds in two weeks and focus on being healthy. One inch is really, really good. Most people lose about 1-2 pounds per week, but that's an average. Sometimes I go a week or two without losing a pound, but then I drop 2-3 pounds the following week. Just stick with it. Two weeks is only the beginning. Pretty soon, it'll become routine, and time won't be a factor anymore. Don't rush it.

I agree with everyone else hear. You must be doing something right, 1 in in 2 weeks! Try to find other things that are a positive about choosing to be healthy. ther are called NSV (Non scale VICTORIES) they are pretty satisfying. NOtice that you can walk farther than before, you don't sound like a Vacuum after you take the stairs... or maybe you did 10 squats better than last week. It really acan be anything. Losing weight and being healthier is really rewarding when you can see the way it changes your lifestyle. I hope you can realize that you are a success at this and that the results are really on you. MFP is just a tool so that you can see that you are not the only one going thru this struggle. We got your back, but belive in yourself more. YOU CAN WIN THIS !!!!