help getting off my last 20 lbs

now that you're smaller, your body burns less calories per day. So the key to the last 20 pounds: accuracy.

In the beginning errors didn't hurt so much, as you had a big deficit. Having a big deficit is harder now. So weigh all your food, log accurately, and be careful not to overestimate your burn. Other than that, have patience. A reasonable deficit now is probably 250-500 per day so you should see weight loss at a rate of 2-5 pounds a month.

myukniewicz wrote: »

I just want to say CONGRATULATIONS! that is an ah-may-zing loss!

Me, too! Good for you - AWESOME!

Just a suggestion. I am also heading to my last few pounds to lose. I have started to read the Weight Maintenance message board. You might also find some great advice there.

Amazing job so far! - congratulations

Emanuelson wrote: »

Thank you all for you imput...ya I have been doing 650 calories a day this is my 4th week. I lost 16 but now I am at a stand still.

Emanuelson wrote: »

I am 5'4 I am aiming for 145 by my 45th birthday Aug. 12th I spent 10 yrs at 300 lbs and I am down to 163.8 this morning so this it uncharted territory for me! these last few lbs are giving me a hard time any suggestions??

Do you mean you are only eating 650 cals. a day?

Emanuelson wrote: »

Thank you all for you imput...ya I have been doing 650 calories a day this is my 4th week. I lost 16 but now I am at a stand still.

650 calories a day? Eek! Is this on a doctor's recommendation?