M_Foote wrote: »

ADDER: I would sure appreciate seeing some more individual progress threads from you all! It might help me feel like less of an attention ***** to see some of you with a regularly updated thread. Plus, it would give others a better idea of how this works.

I agree. We should all start progress threads for ease of access.

dinneronly wrote: »

jo
146lbs
5'7"
Goal is 135lbs
Been doing OMAD for 4 days
My meal is after 6pm
age: 51

I weighed 164 about 4 years ago. I lost 35lbs with weight watchers and running. I don't run anymore, and I am sooooo sick of counting points and being obsessive about food. I can't get these ten pounds off. I was hungry the first day, but the last couple of days have been easy. I am probably over eating at night, but I think I will be able to reign myself in, once I get the hang of this. Right now it is helping me just get through the rest of the summer with guests and dinner parties almost every night. I am not counting calories right now, but I have read some confusing things....what are other women my age consuming? Help! Thanks!

Hi,

Those "last ten pounds" are a constant gripe with most weight losers. We have a number of ladies, but not all come around regularly. Your age shouldn't matter. There is only about a 7% to 12% difference in loss rates as we age. A body can always be conditioned to perform or over-perform what it was "meant" to do. I would advise going for a weight 10 lbs under where you want so that you can have "hovering" room to gain and lose. Since you are right on the doorstep of maintenance, it's time to also be considering a standard, no-fuss exercise routine--mainly just running, walking, and some bodyweight exercises.

For good measure, I would advise assessing your body-type to make sure you are straight on what to expect. I have faced this issue with loose skin and came to realize that, despite losses, some...displacement...comes with major losses that may not be correctable without surgery. I don't fret about it. Like Jacob - who supposedly wrestled with the Angel in Genesis and whose leg was touched by God, causing him to walk with a limp for the rest of his days - some things are for good. But I did have to come to terms with it. Your situation wouldn't be that drastic, but you'd be surprised how many people are not at peace with the fact that their body simply won't look how they want it to look post-weight-loss. It can play games with a person's head.

AminaShogran wrote: »

...name: AminaShogran
...weight: 298.3
... height: 5'6
...any past struggles you've faced or are facing
...weight goal : 175 lbs
...OMAD meal : 5pm
...OMAD start date: today August 17,2015

Hi, I have struggles with weight all my life. I am at a point in my life at age 38 that I need to be healthier. I have many Health problems and with 2 kids that are 5 years and 1 1/2 years old . I need to be around for them and want to be active with them.. I am new to all this fitness pal app and diet forums . I have tried many thing in the past and only drop 40lbs at the most but always again back.. I am hoping to try this OMAD and see if it helps me. I already pretty much eat one time a day but looks like I have not been doing it right.. I love myself as I am but need to get health and hopefully get many health issues to go away.. Of course I like to see how I feel and look 100 + lighter. New start to a new life

Welcome.

Stick with the plan, never make excuses, and get settled in for long-term changes and great things will happen.

kch2000 wrote: »

Kch2000
190lbs
45 years old
5'7"
Female
Goal: lose 100 pounds in 2015- starting weight 250
Goal weight:140-150

Let me start by saying I'm so glad I found this thread and thank you thank you for posting. In December of 2014 I read the book The Shift by Tory Johnson and something absolutely clicked in me. I made up my mind to finally do this and get the weight off. Starting Jan 2,2015 I followed The Shift and put my scale away. Long story about that but not weighing helps me. I become obsessed with the scale when I weigh so I go by my clothes. I have no idea how much I lost but I lost according to my clothes and friends. Moreover, I felt better

Welcome!

As I just mentioned with the last poster, start your own thread and share your experiences on the journey.

Good times ahead...

-Joe

Welcome, Leah.

Remember to go easy on any physical activity and don't forget to expect drop-off points in progress. Consistency is always key.