People who lost 100 lbs. all had these 5 things in common

Jenks
Jenks Posts: 349
edited September 2024 in Motivation and Support
1. They all got active.
2. They got rid of all the bad foods
3. They got support.
4. They all tried some stupid weight loss gimmick.
5. They took breaks on their weight loss journeys

Here's the link for the full article: http://www.nowloss.com/lose-pounds-100.htm

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  • bellinachuchina
    bellinachuchina Posts: 498 Member
    Agreed! Except I never took any "breaks" lol! I went full force for 11 months, it can be done :flowerforyou:
  • Aamilah
    Aamilah Posts: 62 Member
    All it takes is willpower.
  • katya143
    katya143 Posts: 313 Member
    fo' sho' LOL! I am on a break...time to get back on the wagon!!!!
  • kayemme
    kayemme Posts: 1,782 Member
    All it takes is willpower.

    That's assuming someone *has* the willpower; and let's be realistic: most of us don't. it doesn't make us weak, it makes us human. **** happens.

    so to have these other things is very helpful. a supportive environment, whole foods, moving around...
  • TMLS
    TMLS Posts: 125 Member
    Hopefully you'll forgive me the 1 lb I need to lose to qualify for this. Have to say I disagree with a few of them I'm afraid - for me, at least.

    1. They all got active.

    :smile: Yes, for sure.

    2. They got rid of all the bad foods

    :frown: Nope. I still have bad foods, quite often in fact - I just moderate them. Moderation is the absolute key from my perspective when it comes to food - stopped me getting bored.

    3. They got support.

    :smile: A necessity. Even if it's just from friends and family.

    4. They all tried some stupid weight loss gimmick.

    :mad: Nope, not once.

    5. They took breaks on their weight loss journeys

    :noway: Nope, not once. Sure, I have periods where I might eat a little more or exercise a little less - but certainly nothing that could be considered a "break".

    Aamilah's got it spot on - willpower is the most important tool in my arsenal, but the journey is different for everyone. Far too much of a generalisation to say we "all" had those five things in common.
  • MsElphaba
    MsElphaba Posts: 432 Member
    All it takes is willpower.

    I disagree. To be on a diet takes willpower, but to make a lifestyle change takes commitment. We are all going to slip some time, and that's okay. If I decide to get a 1/4 pounder from McDs, I don't see that as a break in my will power. I see the big picture that I've eaten really well the past week and I can have this treat. I go out with friends and I eat "normal" food (just in more healthy portions) they are in shock. I am NOT dieting. I am changing how I eat.
  • Lindsay7360
    Lindsay7360 Posts: 99
    Way to go, BIG losers! :)
  • ❤B☩❤
    ❤B☩❤ Posts: 634
    Thank you for sharing this with us! : ) I do agree with MrsEJr . My indulgence in something not associated with a DIET (which I am not on), does not mean that I am weak. It actually tests and confirms my willpower. I can have something and not have it again for months. (Hey, I once went 14 YEARS without chocolate! I think I have pretty good willpower!!) I refuse to give up what I like, but I am finding less of a craving. I do believe in myself, and moderation. I am not naiive, however, I do know that I need support and I have THE best support system in my husband, friends, and MFPeeps!

    I guess it's all relative. We all can do this... it's just HOW we do it, that matters to us, as individuals! Keep up the good fight! : )
  • Aamilah
    Aamilah Posts: 62 Member
    All I can say pray for some!!!!!!!! Dont respond back if it's gonna be negative talk!!!!
  • Aamilah
    Aamilah Posts: 62 Member
    All it takes is willpower.

    That's assuming someone *has* the willpower; and let's be realistic: most of us don't. it doesn't make us weak, it makes us human. **** happens.

    so to have these other things is very helpful. a supportive environment, whole foods, moving around...
    All I can say pray for some!!!!!!!! Dont respond back if it's gonna be negative talk!!!!
  • msarro
    msarro Posts: 2,748 Member
    1. They all got active.
    Yup.

    2. They got rid of all the bad foods
    Nope - I still enjoy bad foods occasionally. If I cut them out completely, i'm more likely to binge on them when I have a moment of weakness. Instead I try to enjoy them moderately.

    3. They got support.
    Honestly, not really. The support didn't come in until I'd lost almost 80 lbs, in the form of my housemate running with me. My girlfriend has really helped push me through the last few pounds though.

    4. They all tried some stupid weight loss gimmick.
    I tried atkins, it lasted about 8 hours.

    5. They took breaks on their weight loss journeys
    Yup. I am in no rush. I've been alive for 26 years, and fat 90% of them. If it takes me 20 years to get thin, then fine. Slow and steady dedication WILL win this race people.
  • kayemme
    kayemme Posts: 1,782 Member
    All I can say pray for some!!!!!!!! Dont respond back if it's gonna be negative talk!!!!

    It's not negative talk. What I'm saying is that some people have actual food addictions where willpower isn't enough. And so to say it only takes willpower sets up an unrealistic goal. Willpower is one part, yes, but also having a good support system and the capacity to make reasonable choices and moving the body vigorously are equally - if not in some cases, more - important.
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