How do you know when you're done?
AnotherHolly
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I've hit my goal weight and most of the time I'm happy with what I've done...
while other times I still feel fat or think I need to lose more weight.
I know I can use more toning, but how do you decide what's an ideal weight for you?
while other times I still feel fat or think I need to lose more weight.
I know I can use more toning, but how do you decide what's an ideal weight for you?
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I'm wondering the same thing.
I've reached my goal weight. And I'm really happy with it most days. But, sometimes, I want that extra 5 lbs.
Also, I'm going to California for a vacation next month and I want to get down a couple of pounds extra so if I go off track, it won't kill me as much. Sometimes, I feel crazy.0 -
I feel the crazy,0
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I don't think there is a point when you're done is there?
I suppose it maybe different for a male due to bodybuilding purposes but there is always something I can work toward, surely it's the same for you?0 -
I'm right there with ya. I think most of us have that problem. It's never enough..0
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I think it just depends on what you want from this. If you want to get to a certain weight, then you're done when you get to that weight. But if you want to create a healthier overall lifestyle for yourself, then you won't ever be done. It will be constant maintenance.0
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On one hand, I totally agree that there's no such thing as "done," just new goals to work towards.
On the other hand, I think it's kind of like working on a piece of art - a painting or sculpture - and the absolute hardest part of that is deciding when it's done. My advice, for both weight loss and painting, is to just live with it a while. Stop focusing on it for a few weeks and see how you like it.
It takes our brain a while to adjust to our new bodies. Give it the time it needs. You can always do more later.0 -
That is great advice, thank you @lorinalynn0
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And the headline is misleading, I am aware you're never "done"0
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On one hand, I totally agree that there's no such thing as "done," just new goals to work towards.
On the other hand, I think it's kind of like working on a piece of art - a painting or sculpture - and the absolute hardest part of that is deciding when it's done. My advice, for both weight loss and painting, is to just live with it a while. Stop focusing on it for a few weeks and see how you like it.
It takes our brain a while to adjust to our new bodies. Give it the time it needs. You can always do more later.
All of this.
I hit my original goal weight a few weeks ago. I was thinking I still wanted to lose a few more pounds, but I've decided to give it some time. I have a feeling that when my brain catches up with my body, I'll think I'm right where I need to be.0 -
Maybe shift your focus away from weight and toward weights!
What I mean is that if you've already reached your goal weight and feel like you need more toning, focus on getting stronger. Start a weight lifting program, or other fitness program, so that you have goals to strive for that are about becoming healthier and stronger, not just smaller.
The happiest I've ever felt about my body was when I started lifting weights. I felt strong and confident every day, I was able to record my progress by tracking how many reps I could do at what weight each week, and it was so much more satisfying than just getting on the scale every morning and crossing my fingers.0 -
you are never "done". it is a life style change. if you go back to your old habits then you will more than likely gain your weight back.
thats why everone has to do what works for them so they can continue this lifestyle their entire life.0 -
My only comment is I will be happy to have the problem of being at goal weight and unsure what to do. Well 39 lbs. to go....0
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Don't focus on the weight. Focus on your body & health. If you want to "tone", then do it... it doesn't have to mean lose weight.0
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when you yourself are happy with your self,0
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Go and get a body composition test done at a gym or by a GP and they will let you know if you are at a good place , then what you need to do is maintain that healthy body :-) Remember that all negative thoughts are in our heads. You need to be happy with yourself and not worry what the world thinks. Its you that is out there doing the work not them. Do let them be the judge only you can judge your self.0
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Instead of relying on the scale for the right weight start lifting weights and build the muscle you need to firm up the soft spots and you won't care what you weigh. The body you sculpt will look & feel much better and you will be healthier for it. :flowerforyou:0
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Go and get a body composition test done at a gym or by a GP and they will let you know if you are at a good place , then what you need to do is maintain that healthy body :-) Remember that all negative thoughts are in our heads. You need to be happy with yourself and not worry what the world thinks. Its you that is out there doing the work not them. Do let them be the judge only you can judge your self.
Thanks
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it is a lifestyle you are never done life sentence 0
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Or as I sometimes wonder...."did i pick the right goal weight?" Most times i'm very happy with how I look and feel, because of lifting heavier and eating WAY better... but I'm still 5 pounds from the arbitrary # I picked for my goal weight...0
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Or as I sometimes wonder...."did i pick the right goal weight?" Most times i'm very happy with how I look and feel, because of lifting heavier and eating WAY better... but I'm still 5 pounds from the arbitrary # I picked for my goal weight...
Probably should have titled this "did I choose the right weight goal"....or "how do I choose the right weight goal"
Would be more appropriate for what I'm really asking and I would get more helpful results....
Seeing as people are only reading the title and I am aware it's constant work
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I hit my goal weight. Felt this. Lost another 13 lbs. Realized I was at a number on the scale that felt scary low for me. But I still didn't like the way I looked in a bikini.
This was when I realized it's not about the number on the scale, it's about body composition. I wanted strength. I wanted solid abs. I wanted to look at a bar and know I could pump out pull ups on command.
I started lifting heavy and hitting my macros.
I'm still not at my new goal- which is 16% bf and STRONG. But I'll tell ya, I been working towards it for over a year and I sure as hell am not getting bored yet.0 -
I'm done with weight loss.
With fitness? Never.0 -
I hit my goal weight. Felt this. Lost another 13 lbs. Realized I was at a number on the scale that felt scary low for me. But I still didn't like the way I looked in a bikini.
This was when I realized it's not about the number on the scale, it's about body composition. I wanted strength. I wanted solid abs. I wanted to look at a bar and know I could pump out pull ups on command.
I started lifting heavy and hitting my macros.
I'm still not at my new goal- which is 16% bf and STRONG. But I'll tell ya, I been working towards it for over a year and I sure as hell am not getting bored yet.
Good plan0 -
I'm done with weight loss.
With fitness? Never.
Badass answer.0 -
On one hand, I totally agree that there's no such thing as "done," just new goals to work towards.
On the other hand, I think it's kind of like working on a piece of art - a painting or sculpture - and the absolute hardest part of that is deciding when it's done. My advice, for both weight loss and painting, is to just live with it a while. Stop focusing on it for a few weeks and see how you like it.
It takes our brain a while to adjust to our new bodies. Give it the time it needs. You can always do more later.
agreed I had been losing for over 3 years and after my skin surgery I decided to go into maintenance so the last 9 months I have been maintaining at 250 lbs. I have been comfortable in my own skin and been working on that painting (weight lifting for body composition) and now I have decided I want to lose few more pounds so I set new goals of dropping another 15 lbs. and I will evaluate myself at that time.... Best of Luck OP....0 -
Based on the second picture in your profile, I would say you are at an ideal weight for you.0
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I think it just depends on what you want from this. If you want to get to a certain weight, then you're done when you get to that weight. But if you want to create a healthier overall lifestyle for yourself, then you won't ever be done. It will be constant maintenance.
Well said!0 -
SO on topic for me. Def feelin the crazy.0
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I want 15% BF. then I want to bulk, then cut.....rinse and repeat till I'm 180 and 12% BF.0
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I'd suggest maintaining for a while and then deciding if it's the right weight. Two things. Firstly your brain needs to catch up with your body - you will still feel overweight for some time. Secondly your body will still change as the fat that is left reorganises itself. Both my sisters have lost weight and looked different after a month or so of maintenance.
If in a few months you decide you actually want another 5 pounds off then you'll be better informed than now.0
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