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

I figure I know the answer to this, but I stepped on the scale this morning and have not lost a thing If anyone could look at my diary and my exercise this week and tell me what they think, I would greatly appreciate it! I have been working my @$$ off this week! And have been in a calorie deficit all week long! Help please!

@ptkat28 I think you're calories are to low... in fact I know they are. Almost every peer-reviewed major study indicates that a minimum calorie consumption for women is 1200 calories, unless you are extremely small statured and/or have a slower than normal metabolism. See if you can't get at least 1200 calories in, and in fact, it might be wise to up that to 1400 or 1500 and I'll bet you the weight will start falling off

@ptkat28 Given your height and the fact you say you're always full, you may not need that many calories. I'm stuck if that's the case :::scratching my head:::: The only thing I can think is to either tweak your diet in some way or consider seeing a physician/nutrionist for a work up. I know a friend of mine who was incredibly tiny (4' 10") and she was diagnosed with a super slow metabolism (something to the tune of 900 calorie expenditure a day), and she had a nutritionist set up an eating plan for her so she could manage her weight. That gets expensive over time, but having yourself checked out for a baseline would be a worthwhile expense, and probably far less frustrating that figuring it out yourself I wish I couldn't helped more!

I feel you I managed to lose 40lbs last year only to gain it back I am giving it a second try and so far have done rather well with exception of this last week for some reason. I am always up for making need friends a girl needs all the support she can get. so feel free to add me if you.

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Hi all!!! My worry was for nothing, and I am sorry that I even posted! I got up this morning and was down 3lbs!!!! That makes it a total of 28 lbs in 8 weeks! Thank you all so much for the support and info!

Woop!!! WOOP!!!! WAY TO GO!!!

@shirayne , I am NOT ever going to give up! I have 80 more lbs to lose and I intend to be here for all the support and info that y'all have! I love this little group!

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Thanks a lot @MischelIM . Just got done doing 1 hr and 40 min of Just Dance!!! I love burning calories dancing!!

I REALLY need to try dancing for exercise. I love my weights, but I'm just NOT loving the treadmill.

Hi everyone.. I am taking a big step and am hoping to join your group. I began my journey in September with over 130 pounds to lose. I have lost almost 50 and keep stumbling. Sometimes more than a stumble, but a huge flat fall. But one difference this time is that I am getting back up no matter how big or small the stumble may be. I am looking for support and encouragement, help with accountability and of course I am very willing to provide the same. I look forward to meeting you.

Hi everyone! I have a little over 100 lbs left to lose, I am currently down 34lbs. I started in January and lost the 34, but then got sidetracked for a month due to nursing school and just life. (It's amazing how many people actually put weight on during nursing school.. scary really)I put back on about 4lbs in that month. So I started back up, about a week ago, lost my 4lbs and am back to being down 34lbs. I really could use some motivation and someone to help me stay accountable. Does anyone have any tips on doing so?
Anyways, Hi everyone!!! Let's melt this fat away!!

Hey everyone,

Starting back after losing my way the past couple of months. I lost 11 lbs February and I am sure I gained it back and then some. I am not weighing this time. I feel that if I lose I reward myself with food or if I gain I drown myself in food. I have not gained control of that behavior yet so best to put the scale away for now.

Congrats to everyone in their successes. We can do this!!!

@taketwo2014 I weigh everyday. It keeps me motivated. If I only weighed in every week and my weigh in day I happened to be up it would be very discouraging. So If I weigh everyday then I know the trend. I can also look at my Weight Report and physically see the plateau.

@jambodesign that's a really good idea. I think that might help me, too. Thanks!

I would love more friends for accountability and support! I too have about 100 lbs to go. Anyone can feel free to add. I do log daily and have an open diary to friends. Let's get started!

Hello Everyone. I have been looking for an online support group. I've decided it's the best way to get the much needed support yet keep my journey private from those around me.

You see I weigh 376lbs. My family and friends love me but ignore the life threatening obesity that plagues me.

Reading through the post there are some wonderful heart-felt stories from compassionate people who seem to mirror many of my pitfalls and frustrations.

I want to live. I don't even know where to begin. Maybe u guys can help me start......