What nobody tells you about losing weight
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tryingtogetbigger2015 wrote: »not even remotely true, dont get your hopes up too much men.
if losing 50lbs gained 5 inches, there'd be 0 overweight men in the world
2nd that.. I've heard some people gain a bit in that department, but never noticed much change personally.
On a lighter note - does anyone else find irony in the person's username and the post provided?
Down 160lbs I think I'd be frightened if that were true. However...I won't say there isn't a noticeable change
lol you cant gain what you dont have BUT putting on weight does swallow up some of the length therefore losing weight would uhm unswallow length but you have to have length to begin with lol
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I'm actually scared to hit my goal weight (33kgs down, only 7kgs to go!) because, while I know I can lose weight, I'm scared I won't be able to maintain it. I've lost weight before but it has always crept back on.
I REALLY don't want to go back to where I was again as I've put so much effort into this.
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I was in a total slump - working my bum off but not losing, until I came across this thread and found a wealth of reminders for why I'm doing this! 40 down, 10 to go.
I'd always heard that weight loss is a roller coaster - you gain, and you lose, and you plateau. But what I didn't realize it that it is such a roller coaster in other ways, too - emotionally I can feel better than i've ever felt IN MY LIFE as a result of a new personal best, or fitting into a new pant size, or some other accomplishment... but when things aren't going my way - the scale won't budge, the pudge won't budge - I'm in the depths of despair and want to quit. EMOTION! What has been SO enlightening is being in those slumps and pinpointing exactly the precise moment that I've decided to quit in the past. If I can push past those... I'm unstoppable. Don't get off the roller coaster... accept it for what it is, but don't get off!
Another surprise is how embarrassed I sometimes feel about the past. My family has seen me gain and lose, gain and lose, but never really stick to anything. Now that I live across the world from them, I find myself not sharing that I'm on a new training program or even sharing my concrete successes because they've "heard that before". "How long with this diet last?" No one says it but if the roles were reversed this is what would be going through my mind. I thought I would love the comments from them about how great I look, but I would almost rather they didn't say anything. It forces me to see AGAIN how rock-bottom I was!10 -
REGRETTING DELETING ALL THOSE OLD FAT PICS FOR COMPARISON!!!25
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For me it's the cold. The last couple of years I NEVER wore long sleeve shirts, not even in winter. Now it's April (Winter is only in June) and I'm wearing warm clothes lolI'm actually scared to hit my goal weight (33kgs down, only 7kgs to go!) because, while I know I can lose weight, I'm scared I won't be able to maintain it. I've lost weight before but it has always crept back on.
I'm scared of my goal weight as well but for another reason. I'm actually scared I'll be too small. I cant remember (as an adult) wearing anything less than a 3XL and my wife is already saying I should get 2XL. I dont want to be small, I just don't want to be fat lol
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My husband is getting grumpy because I would rather run in my treadmill than snuggle up with him on the couch. Also I'm not making popcorn, chips, crappy snacks etc as I'm not eating them. He keeps hinting that he "could really go for some popcorn right about now " expecting me to jump of the treadmill and go make it.
Sigh I'd love to snuggle up on the couch with him. Just after I've finished my bloody run!11 -
seeing people who used to call me fat and now im thinner than them!13
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-How time consuming preparing healthy meal can be. my little girl started acting out when I took too long. Now I get her to prepare the meals with me.
-How being surround by great support encourage you to continue.
-Loosing weight/food tracking often become an obsession7 -
karen_fitzgibbon wrote: »My husband is getting grumpy because I would rather run in my treadmill than snuggle up with him on the couch. Also I'm not making popcorn, chips, crappy snacks etc as I'm not eating them. He keeps hinting that he "could really go for some popcorn right about now " expecting me to jump of the treadmill and go make it.
Sigh I'd love to snuggle up on the couch with him. Just after I've finished my bloody run!
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The jealousy amongst "friends" was something I was quite surprised at. Having done every diet known in the world and failed at every one , I of course saw sense and installed MFP. Therefore giving me the ability to eat whatever I wanted. One of my favourite haters at work used to say (when she saw me eating anything more than rabbit food). "Oooohhhh. Suzi is going to be a very disappointed girl when she weighs herself next, eating THAT". With a very joyful face. I just said "keep watching".... And the weight just dropped and dropped. How absolutely satisfying
That's awesome! Was it more like "Keep watching, B!TC||" ?
Enjoy your success.
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AnxiousPenman wrote: »The first time I ever had a major weight loss, I lost 70 lbs in 7 months. I went from 250 to 180. The thing no one told me about weight loss is how much of a *kitten* it is.
I legitimately became uncomfortable looking at myself in the mirror because I, mentally, just didn't recognize who that "thin" person was, after being fat my entire life. I would find myself diverting my eyes so as not to look at my face. It got easier after a few months, but the extreme difference just really messed with my head.
A couple years later, I had a major life change and ended up gaining all of the weight back. By last March, I was back to 250. And I found it uncomfortable to look into the mirror, because I had become so used to thinner me, that seeing this fat guy again was messing with my head. Now I'm back to 190 and I feel like myself again.
tl;dr: -- The way I viewed myself in my mind and the way I viewed myself in the mirror was really emotionally taxing.
That is exactly how I felt and it scared me so I started bingeing until i gained it all back. I guess to be comfortable again. And here I am again. But this time I refuse to give in and I WILL fight through it!4 -
I've been losing slow and steady, now 40 lbs down after about 10 months, over the halfway hump but more to go. Some people have commented here and there - but today I got a new one - the same one from two separate people - "are you losing weight? Your face looks really skinny!" (In a nice way). One of them even made the Zoolander blue steel face to elaborate lol! It's nice that these little boosts come along when you need them and didn't expect them
Keep it up pals! Love this thread. 7 -
I am loving this thread!
*I LIKE standing. I'm at the point where I dont even sit in the exam room with my patients anymore. I stand while I room them. I dont feel the need to sit. I also dont sit during my daughters soccer games anymore (they last about 1.5hrs).
*I had no idea how awesome it would feel to share clothes with my 14 yr old daughter (who is not overweight and is a serious athlete). And I'm not even at my goal weight yet!9 -
karen_fitzgibbon wrote: »My husband is getting grumpy because I would rather run in my treadmill than snuggle up with him on the couch. Also I'm not making popcorn, chips, crappy snacks etc as I'm not eating them. He keeps hinting that he "could really go for some popcorn right about now " expecting me to jump of the treadmill and go make it.
Sigh I'd love to snuggle up on the couch with him. Just after I've finished my bloody run!
Is he incapable of making his own popcorn??
Lol sadly yes, he is a butthead when it comes to things like that. So boo hoo until he gets off his ar$e and makes it himself then he'll have to go without... Luckily he is awesome in other areas.14 -
Once you develop your "go-to" list of foods to stay on track, it becomes pretty automatic and you wonder why you thought it would be so hard.
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debrakgoogins wrote: »This has been the most positive thread to read! No one ever told me:
...How silently frustrated I will get with others who claim to be trying to lose weight but are doing it in a completely unhealthy way.
...How family and friends can be hit or miss for support. Some are awesome, others not so much.
...How obsessed I would become with researching, planning and weighing my food.
...How many wonderful people there are out there having the same struggles I am. They are motivating, inspirational and I am glad to have them as friends!
Word to all of this.
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It's all mental and how well you balance your food choices each day.
That you have to focus on eating right and exercising everyday to be successful.
It doesn't take as long as you think when you buckle down and commit to a program that work for you.
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I personally find the new "positive" attention insulting. I was interesting when I was heavy but now... Just shows how shallow people can be. That being said you will amaze yourself with the things you can accomplish.15
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I've lost 70 lbs. Yes, some friends get envious of attention you get. They get over it or you move on.
Age makes a big difference! I'm 68 and I fit in some things I couldn't before at this weight. Strange, but true.
Family and friends support is important. My daughter led me to Fitness Pal and is my main cheerleader!
Glad others mentioned new mattress --- my hip bones hurt since I'm a side sleeper. Any type of mattress anyone recommends?
I'm always cold, but I was when I was heavy too. Thin and cold is better.
It's fun wearing clothes I only hoped to wear again. Even more fun buying new ones in a small rather than 2x!
Also helps to have a husband that says, "buy it!"
I have both kinds of arthritis and the weight loss has tremendous benefits. My rheumatologist is thrilled!
I couldn't live without my sleep number bed. They are expensive but worth every penny. Lay on your side and adjust the number until you feel comfortable lying on your side. Don't trust the number they give you in the store and don't be afraid to change the number as your body changes.
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asflatasapancake wrote: »That people may literally stop and corner you and demand to know your "secret". Then when they hear that you are eating less and exercising more, they will seem disappointed.
So much this. How are you doing it??? Logging everything I eat, exercising several days a week and slowly learning that if I eat nutritious meals, I am not as hungry. Oh...that sounds like too much work.8 -
lemonsurprise wrote: »Wanted to make this thread for motivationial purposes more than anything but they don't all have to be super positive! More of what came as a surprise. I'll start..
- how much confidence it will actually bring, especially when strangers start treating you like royalty all of a sudden!
- Sitting (particularly in baths) and laying (particularly in beds) will become ever increasingly uncomfortable.
- how vain you will become! I can't walk past a mirror without checking how I look nowadays!
Your turn!
why is sitting and laying down uncomfortable?1 -
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Agreed hot damn!! How Much time gets spent on Mfp, so much time!! How much of a need it has become, damn it!! Thanks too all the Mfp people who started it, its like a diet intervention 13
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CaliforniaRower wrote: »Nobody told me that I have to be my own biggest supporter. My own biggest fan. And that if I didn't want others to belittle, berate, or beat me down for not the greatest choices, then I couldn't do it to myself.
I can't be hoping for affirmations from others or for others to notice.
I didn't know how many people could/would give "back-handed" compliments. Or how painful they would be.
I didn't know how strong, committed, dedicated, and tenacious I am. I do now.
This post brought tears to my eyes. I can totally relate. Thanks for writing this.
I made a post it note so I can see it at work! It really hit home with me.1 -
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realcamillecannon wrote: »lemonsurprise wrote: »Wanted to make this thread for motivationial purposes more than anything but they don't all have to be super positive! More of what came as a surprise. I'll start..
- how much confidence it will actually bring, especially when strangers start treating you like royalty all of a sudden!
- Sitting (particularly in baths) and laying (particularly in beds) will become ever increasingly uncomfortable.
- how vain you will become! I can't walk past a mirror without checking how I look nowadays!
Your turn!
why is sitting and laying down uncomfortable?
Because your body now has much less "cushion" in certain areas5 -
That it takes a minute for your brain to catch up to your body. If my mind isn't ready to be at a certain weight then I sub-consciously self sabotage to the weight my mind is comfortable with... It's crazy, but at least I know it's going on so I don't get so frustrated anymore. I just do some personal introspection and work it out for myself. Then my efforts pay off again...Mind body sync is important.8
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None of my shoes are small enough. I loved those shoes!
It's hurts to sit on my butt without cushioning. I guess I'll get up and move more!4 -
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I've had no luck with plus size at Goodwill. I can find a bunch starting at around size 14, so at least I'll be able to start using them when I get closer to that size. We go to Goodwill almost weekly anyways, but, usually the plus size stuff is all very worn, pilled and otherwise past its' life expectancy. At least, that's how it is near us. The only thing I did find once was a blazer that was in decent condition and that was definitely worth the $5.99. Otherwise I have better luck at the clearance racks and discounters like Burlington. But, unfortunately I frequently settle for something that fits but isn't a flattering cut or pattern. I won't miss settling!
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This is an interesting observation. I have also found a minimal amount of nice used clothing in larger sizes. I think it's because Plus sized Women don't enjoy shopping the same as smaller girls. Therefore, they wear their clothes longer and actually wear them out!
There is a Plus sized consignment store in our town starting at about 14-16 on up. It's called Big Gals which is an unfortunate name so I never really wanted to shop there.
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