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

Everyone always says not to weigh yourself daily. I understand why, your weight will fluctuate from day to day. But I weigh myself daily because it keeps me on track. If I went a little overboard on the treats I will see it on the scale and get back on plan. So, Sunday morning I was in the ER with kidney stones and they gave me a liter of IV fluid. A liter of fluid weighs 2.2 pounds. I knew this was going to show on the scale, but why am I letting it get to me? It's fluid! I know it will go away in a couple of days but it is really messing with my head seeing it on the scale.

Had a new weight loss today, now a total of 9 pounds. Doesn't seem like a whole lot but when prior to starting with MFP I was hovering over the same 5 back and forth for 4 years, it's amazing. So my wife and I went over to the pool and did some swimming. I walked in the water for 50 minutes and burned off 676 calories! I have earned back every scrap of food I have eaten so far today and even gained another 70! MFP has made such an amazing difference in my life and thanks to all of you for being there to offer support and encouragement!

ptkat28 wrote: »

Eri0515 wrote: »

Had a new weight loss today, now a total of 9 pounds. Doesn't seem like a whole lot but when prior to starting with MFP I was hovering over the same 5 back and forth for 4 years, it's amazing. So my wife and I went over to the pool and did some swimming. I walked in the water for 50 minutes and burned off 676 calories! I have earned back every scrap of food I have eaten so far today and even gained another 70! MFP has made such an amazing difference in my life and thanks to all of you for being there to offer support and encouragement!

@Eri0515 , since we opened our pool, I water jog every day for 90 minutes! I don't know what I will do when it is time to put the pool down!!! I will go back to dancing! Good luck on your journey!

You both make me want to install a pool in my backyard Keep up the good work guys!!!

Eri0515 wrote: »

@Ptkat28 that is so awesome that you do that. Unfortunately it has been too cold here to do that everyday. Today the high was only 66°!

@Eri0515 , the only thing that stops me right now is if it is storming! I only jogged for 65 minutes yesterday, but I figured that was better than nothing! I really push myself, sometimes too hard!

Eri0515 wrote: »

We went to the Taste of Chicago today and I'm not sure how I did it but managed to eat very few calories while there. It was a great day to go and so far for today I have logged 7,330 steps!

@Eri0515 that is AWESOME!! I try to get at least 10,000 a day and sometimes it is hard to do!!! Before I started water jogging, I would dance for an hour or and hour and a half and get my steps!

@79dawn , hopefully you were able to get past the number on the scale. So much of this journey is really located in our heads. When we can change how we used to think, then can really reflect those changes in our lifestyles. Try weighing yourself every other day. That way you can still see any immediate results from an indulgence, but it's not an every day thing. Tell yourself it's ok to let go of the scale. It really is all in our heads

@trailgirl777 , congrats on finding a way to really listen to your body. There isn't just one way for us all to lose weight, and you've found a way that works for you. It's great.

I just finished a challenge that my town's been doing since March 2. It was a weight loss contest, but it was so much more. They offered classes on nutrition, cooking, fitness, managing stress, and so much more. It was the support I needed to get moving once again and take control of my health. We had a final weigh in the end of June, then ended with a 5k on the 4th of July. I totally surprised myself by signing up for the 5k, not something I ever thought I could do. But, I DID IT!! Not very fast, but I finished. Through the last 4 mths, I lost 16% of my body weight, and actually come in 2nd place for the contest. I'm totally excited about my progress, but also totally freaking out now that the contest is over. In the last week, I've made too many excuses about eating this or that and have felt my bad habits starting to creep back in. I know I can do this, I've gotta keep strong. That's why I'm here, telling you all, so someone will keep me accountable!

I have a NSV that I'm excited to share with you all....today i tried on an evening gown that i was planning on wearing to a wedding i have in two weeks. ..Well...guess who going shopping????...lol I can't believe the dress was too big!!!!...I'm absolutely thrilled!!!

Hi everyone! I'm new and have about 100 to lose. Looking for some people in the same boat to commiserate with. Feel free to add me!

modacielo73 wrote: »

I have a NSV that I'm excited to share with you all....today i tried on an evening gown that i was planning on wearing to a wedding i have in two weeks. ..Well...guess who going shopping????...lol I can't believe the dress was too big!!!!...I'm absolutely thrilled!!!

That is awesome @modacielo73 , I have a NSV also! I have not measured myself in over a month and decided to yesterday, I have lost another 10+ inches!!! That makes a total of 50+ inches lost overall!! I am very proud of you!!'

brittanyarkward wrote: »

Hi everyone! I'm new and have about 100 to lose. Looking for some people in the same boat to commiserate with. Feel free to add me!

mummyselkirk007 wrote: »

brittanyarkward wrote: »

Hi everyone! I'm new and have about 100 to lose. Looking for some people in the same boat to commiserate with. Feel free to add me!

I'm new too and wanting to lose over 100 lb. X

Welcome @brittanyarkward and @mummyselkirk007 !!!

That is awesome @modacielo73 , I have a NSV also! I have not measured myself in over a month and decided to yesterday, I have lost another 10+ inches!!! That makes a total of 50+ inches lost overall!! I am very proud of you!!'

@Ptkat28 that's an amazing NSV!!. .. 50 + Inches is definitely something to be proud of Keep up the good work, you're doing fabulous!!!!

modacielo73 wrote: »

It seems that lately i haven't been as focused as i should be when it comes to making food choices. ..when i first started on MFP i was so pumped. ..now?...I've lost that drive, that excitement, the determination i first felt when i first joined. ..i so desperately want it back. ..anyone have any suggestions on how i can get my grove back?

What keeps me motivated is looking at the success stories everyday. I watch for pics and I also read the threads about NSVs and things people don't tell you about losing weight. It motivates the hell out of me because I want to feel how they feel. I used to be thin and beautiful and full of confidence and I so want to feel that way again.

modacielo73 wrote: »

It seems that lately i haven't been as focused as i should be when it comes to making food choices. ..when i first started on MFP i was so pumped. ..now?...I've lost that drive, that excitement, the determination i first felt when i first joined. ..i so desperately want it back. ..anyone have any suggestions on how i can get my grove back?

@modacielo73 , I know what you mean! I am not wanting to exercise as much, and just feel sorta "blah" about everything! BUT... I look back at where I started, 50 lbs ago, and I tell myself, I don't want to gain it back, I want to lose some more, and in order to do that, I have to keep on doing this way of life! It really sucks too! I told my hubby last night, I have to do this for the rest of my life. I have to keep active and eat healthy if I want to be smaller. I did not get the "good genes" award like some people, or the high metabolism like some others. It just makes us better people, think of it that way, that we work hard to get what we truly want and desire! This may not have helped, but maybe it put a smile on your face! HUGS!!!

Personal vent: Im so frustrated with myself! I just cant seem to focus...its been over a week and im convinced that ive lost my "Umph!" Im still logging in and im still eating (somewhat) right...but i just dont have that same determination/drive that i did when i first joined MFP....i want to feel good about it again. I SOOOOOOOOOOO want to wake up excited about logging my entries for the day....i want to feel energized like i did when id first wake up in the morning and jump on the scale...Sigh!~ WHY CANT I GET THAT FEELING BACK?????? Ugh!.....vent over.

Hey everyone! Same here!!! This past week has been so "blah"!! Thanks to that TOM, I had a 3 lb gain, which I did not record!!! Started a new job and the high school marching band has also started back up, so been super busy! I did finally get a "half-way there" photo taken, so I will post it for you friends! It is my motivation, and I am gonna lose those 3 fluid lbs and get back on track!!! Beginning photo is at 228lbs and the "during" photo is at 173lbs! I have lost 55lbs since March 22, 2015! The before pick, I was wearing a 2x-3x, and the "during" photo I am actually wearing a medium shirt, and a size 12 petite pant!! Love you all!!!

ptkat28...Well done You're looking good!