What is it like losing weight?

Hi. You can see a post I made recently that addresses some of my thoughts on this here: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/227589-a-b-tchy-rant-not-for-the-easily-offended-cuz-i-might-be

I've lost a lot, still have more to lose... but . . . well... while it's WORTH it, it doesn't change some things like you think it might.

I don't have all the fat, but I still see it in the mirror.

Clothes fit better, the sizes are dramatically smaller, but I don't necessarily feel it every minute of every day.

I'm no happier, but no sadder.

I'm MORE self conscious now then I was before.

I can breathe easier, move better, can do things with my body I couldn't dream of before.

So - it's... different. Worth it. But it didn't change a lot in my life. I've had to work to change all the rest. . . and I have.

I feel confident I'm healthier. My labwork and reduced meds proves that. And I'd do it all again. But... it wasn't exactly what I expected.

I am at a loss of 123lbs and it is amazing. To be able to run around with my children and not be out of breath or hurting is an amazing thing. Physically I feel great but mentally I'm still a fat girl, I have to remind myself that yes I can fit on that or sit there without breaking it. (I've been told by my fellow MFP friends that my mental image will adjust as time passes)
You stay strong and you will get here too!!

I have been losing since September, but I only now FEEL like I'm smaller. I was seated in the movie theatre the other day, when I realized I'd placed my purse BESIDE me on the seat! 8 months ago that sure wasn't happening. Then, I came out of the washroom stall and saw my reflection, and didn't recognize it! That's after 60 lbs gone. You can see my month by month progress in my photos. I know I was losing all along, but this last month was the biggest change for sure. I finally have a smaller double chin! LOL!

I started at 245 and am now 214 (yay) but am still pretty high up there. My question is anyone who has lost a bit of weight.. Whats it like walking around without the fat? Do you feel quicker? Happier? When did you notice the weight really come off (as in when did you notice the fat disappering?)

I guess I just need some motivation so I don't go get a burger and instead make something at home for dinner

I weighed 295 and am 198 now. Yes. I am lighter and happier. I've learned to appreciate the little changes as they happen which is huge. You have to celebrate the little victories that will get you to the big goal. I have 50-60 lbs to go. I don't focus on that. Just the little victories.

For the most part I'm very happy I can run, skip, get up off the floor without major incident lol

There is the mental aspect to it & even sometimes I think I still look like I'm 320 pounds. Those images are not as frequent anymore though! I will never forget where I came from.

The love I feel for myself is from the journey not the weight. I never knew I was this strong of a person!

Sounds like you are just havin "one of those days" - we all have had them! :frown:
I was 240 last October...now 215. It has been slow and steady - which is how I want it. Too many try/success in the past only to regain! I'm in this for the long run - it's a marathon, not a sprint. While I can't tell you how it feels to be "skinny" - I can tell you how different my cloths fit, how much more energy I have, how my knees don't scream when I walk too long or walk down a few stairs!
You have noticed some differences too - You've had a good amt of wt loss - your cloths can't fit the same at all!
I also know our "heavy" minds will take a long time to catch up if it ever does - sometimes it takes focusing on the size of cloths we're in to show ourselves that we are "getting there". :noway:
Hang in there - it's about your health and well being more than the weight! :flowerforyou:

I've lost 20 pounds so far and have only started to feel thinner within the last week or so. I have noticed my reflection in the mirror, and can actually see the results. I am noticing that exercising is getting much easier -- and there wasn't so much "jiggling" during my morning Zumba routine.

I have quite a ways to go yet, so I have decided to be happy regarless of my weight. My weight is just one factor in my life, and I'm working on it. And I'm actuallly enjoying my weight loss journey this time -- due in part to my MFP pals.

I started at 224, and now am at 189. I have gotten a lot of comments, which keeps me motivated, but I don't notice too much when I look in the mirror because I see myself every day. What I have noticed is that I got to get rid of some outfits. And for the first time in a long time, I enjoy going to my closet in the morning, because I can CHOOSE what I will wear that day rather than just grabbing from the very small section of "stuff that I know will fit". I didn't realize that I didn't like to get dressed anymore, until I woke up looking forward to the part where I go to my closet to decide what to wear. I found a consignment store where I live that carries a size 10 up to a 5x.... so I'm bringing my clothes there, and getting to recycle and bring home stuff that will fit better. That is fun. Keep on going.... you can do it!!!!!

HARD. Just plain hard.

Well, it certainly did not solve ALL of my problems, but it feels very good to be in the place I am now.

Sometimes I feel worse about my body than I did before, but in reality I know its only because I'm more critical and expect more from myself.

I feel better - I have more energy and generally more fun. I feel like I'm naturally more active and my husband and I are more likely to get up and go do things, get out of the house and up and moving more often.

I do my hair and make-up more and love shopping for clothes more to the extent women generally do. Mainly because its more fun because I look better in clothes and fit easier into things. So its more fun to get up, get dressed up and go out.

I enjoy food more. Maybe its cuz its not all crap or because I'm not inhaling it, or maybe its because I'm not subconsciously worried about what its doing to my body and how fat it will make me because I know exactly where I stand calorie-wise.

Its worth it. I feel stronger and more confident in my abilities. I'm more coordinated and in general feel MUCH better.