Looking to lose 100+ pounds... the healthy way!

@modacielo73 That is a great NSV (non-scale victory)! Thanks for posting your success.

@heathrlynn50 Misch has it spot on in my book. Something you're doing isn't a sustainable attitude and that's what needs to be rooted out. You should write down all of your NSV's and really appreciate them. Their "wake" (as in what is trailing behind a boat) is your weight loss. Don't let weight loss be your goal. It's the EFFECT of all your NSV's. The NSV's are the focus. For now, keep posting your frustrations. It's helpful to hash this process out. You'll figure out what specifically is causing you to wobble. You're in the process of stretching yourself, thus the resistance you're feeling so acutely! This is a prime moment for you! Seize it and learn a lesson that will help you build a more solid foundation for yourself. You've got this! You can do it!

hi everyone! I've struggled with my weight most of my life. From March of 2013 to December of 2013 I did manage to lose 45lbs. Unfortunately, I've gradually gained 75lbs! I'm feeling pretty pathetic and it seems I just can not stop gaining weight. Please feel free to add me as a friend so we can support each other on this journey!
Good luck to everyone!

2run2ski wrote: »

@heathrlynn50 You're in the process of stretching yourself, thus the resistance you're feeling so acutely! This is a prime moment for you! Seize it and learn a lesson that will help you build a more solid foundation for yourself. You've got this! You can do it!

That's it exactly! It's like stretching. You're not going to be limber like a gymnastics pro from the start, and it won't be easy, but you ease into it, figure out what works and always always always look for new ways to stretch that work better, but keep your tried and true practices as your foundation. I have go-to meals that get me thru the week. They're not fancy or especially amazing, but I like them, they're calorie friendly and they fill me up. I add new stuff and throw out what I don't like, but inevitably, I always have those foundation meals as my fall back food because it works for me. Find out what works for you and talk to yourself like you would talk to your daughter if she was doing what you're doing. In other words be kind to yourself, encourage yourself, and keep telling yourself that the quest to be successful at changing your life is a worthwhile effort, because it is!

Great job @danielle7577 that is awesome!! Thank you @2run2ski that is a great idea!! You are all amazing! Today was a better day and a start to a new week! Thanks for everyone's support!!

Thanks everyone! Tonight I push mowed the yard. Started mowing an extra part that could be mowed by the big mower, but I want the exercise!

@danielle7577 mowing the lawn... definitely a workout! Nice work!

Hi everyone I am new to this and have over 100 pounds to lose. I've learned so much by reading everyone's thread's. I'm willing to take any suggestions and could use friends for support and to encourage each other.

Hi all, I officially have LESS than 100lbs left to lose! 31lbs down and 99lbs to go Feel free to add me

I know exactly what you mean when you say that you're addicted to food. I would never take drugs but food is definitely my addiction. Every day I still feel like I imagine a recovering heroin addict would. I am eating to live, not living to eat but unfortunately that damn obsession is still there lol. Anyway! Hello well done on starting your weight loss up again and I hope it goes really well for you x

I need help! I'm stress eating! Ive done so well up till now. the last week has been hell for me and one slip and I have spiraled into a week long free for all. I'm so discouraged. I need tips to break the cycle. I have no excuse. I'm aware of what I'm doing... Just somehow the food soothes unlike anything else. It's my drug. This sucks

dbowen7984 wrote: »

I need help! I'm stress eating! Ive done so well up till now. the last week has been hell for me and one slip and I have spiraled into a week long free for all. I'm so discouraged. I need tips to break the cycle. I have no excuse. I'm aware of what I'm doing... Just somehow the food soothes unlike anything else. It's my drug. This sucks

STOP!.....You've come way too far to fall. ..you've already lost close to 30lbs...don't let that be for nothing. ..when you wake up tmrw you put your mind where it needs to be...on being a healthier you. ..you can do this! You know your reasons for wanting to lose the weight. ..remind yourself of them. ..don't give up. ..Tmrws a new day!

How often does everyone weigh in? I like the larger numbers of weight loss when I wait a week or more but I'm wondering if I would benefit from weighing in maybe twice a week. Thoughts?

Wow, I missed one day and I'm SOOO behind on reading posts! So, welcome to all the newbies and congrats on beginning your journey. We have a super great group of people here, and there is nothing but understanding, support, and motivation here, so take advantage!

I'm with you, @2run2ski, we do jive in our thought processes!

@dbowen7984 Girl, you've got this. We all have those times, but the thing I find most helpful is to look at what I'm going to totally bomb on and serious ask myself, what is this going to fix? If it's comfort you're looking for, find a lower calorie alternative. Mine is coffee, I'll cheat to the tune of 90 extra calories, though today I broke down and ate a cookie I didn't need! But the point is, you recognize when you're slipping, so slip a little and then rein yourself in. You've proven to yourself and everyone around you that you can lose the weight, and you know as well as we do that bad times don't last. Now get back on the health wagon

@teaberry73 Nice work losing that 80lbs, and welcome back to the path

@aini110 Love the picture... I'm a coffee JUUUNNNKKKKIIIIEEEEE... lol

Anyone I missed, it wasn't intentional, but I've got to run make dinner so I'll be back for more later :::waving:::

Been reading everyone's posts, and congrats on all the SV and NSV! And welcome to all the newbies! Feel free to add me, we are all in this together

I have a huge project due at work on July 4th. Last time around, it took almost every spare bit of time I had, and this time the project is literally twice the size. Feeling guilty for the last week because I've prioritized exercise over working on it, but I think I have no choice but to start cutting back on my workout time if I'm going to finish it in time (and not finishing in time is not an option - I'll fail my residency). Any suggestions on little changes I can make that might add up to the missing workout time? Obviously, I'll have to cut back further on calorie intake, which will be hard, since I'm going to be seriously stressed....