30lb/a month, is it doable?
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30lbs in a month is possible. Healthy or not... i wont say. Depends on the person I believe and what their current habits are.
August 2nd I was at 230. Fast food at breakfast, slice of pizza or two off the roach coach during work break, fast food again at lunch. Dinners had no portion control whatsoever. I could wager a guess that I was taking in 4000 calories a day easily
Auguest 3rd, I started MFP with the 2lbs a week goal and sedentary activity (but I am more light active/active). I think it gave me roughly 2700 a day. I hit that every time.
September 4th I was down to 205. Thats 25lbs in 30 days
I lost 10 lbs alone by just cutting out the fast food and sodas in the first week.
Thats just the first step. The next part is the committing to not taking up your old habits and keeping it off.
Also, its a lot easier for bigger people to lose the initial drop. But once the "honeymoon" is over, you do have to readjust your goals to something more inline with healthy weight loss. Even at 2lbs a week, thats 104 lbs a year. Thats not too shabby.0 -
ryanhateshimself wrote: »
U guys don't understand, i was only 180lbs 3 years ago, now I am almost 300lbs. Do u guys know what hurts me? Days ago my mom told me if I were somebody else , she wouldn't even look at me. I have disappointed her too many times.
Aww.
I'm sorry, I wish I could help. My mom has told me all sorts of nasty things, too, so I can relate in a sort of way. She wishes I was never born, wishes she wasn't alive because of me, I'm the worst child imaginable, I was the worst baby imaginable, the only thing I know how to do is eat, etc etc. I know it hurts. However, you can't HARM YOURSELF just because someone says something nasty to you. Having a disappointed mother is no reason to cause permanent heart damage by losing weight too quickly. Make a lifestyle change for YOU, to be a happier and healthier person. Do you go to a therapist? I know that's probably the last thing you feel like doing, but they really are there to help you...
It's time to take action, yes, but please do it in a healthy way!
Thanks for sharing ur story. I will try to get healthier. I don't have many friends in this country, I ve spent 2years learning the language and 1 year in college. I have never told my story to anybody,I didn't want to bother anyone and I was scared to tell my story, because I feel ashamed myself.
U guys r nice. Thank u guys0 -
I know what its like to be down on yourself. I have done some crazy things to try a quick fix etc. I have done the crazy diets and massive workouts...then my heart started doing flips and flops. I was stressing the hell out of my heart from loosing too much weight too fast. I felt like i was having heart attacks. If I had kept going that way I might have. Please be careful. We didnt put on the weight over night and we cant take it off over night. You need a strong supportive group. You need to want to be a better you; for you.
You can do it!0 -
ryanhateshimself wrote: »Thanks for sharing ur story. I will try to get healthier. I don't have many friends in this country, I ve spent 2years learning the language and 1 year in college. I have never told my story to anybody,I didn't want to bother anyone and I was scared to tell my story, because I feel ashamed myself.
U guys r nice. Thank u guys
We're happy to listen and help - many of us have done or are in the process of doing the same thing.
You can probably start by putting in your stats into MFP and aiming for a 2 lb/week loss. Always eat close to your goal calories, and eat back half of any exercise calories (only half because estimates of exercise calories tend to be way off; if the calories were perfect you'd eat them all back). You may take nine or ten months to reach your goal - but those months will pass no matter what, and wouldn't you like to be sitting around next year looking back at the months of success, and enjoying a healthier, leaner body?0 -
nutmegoreo wrote: »ryanhateshimself wrote: »
U guys don't understand, i was only 180lbs 3 years ago, now I am almost 300lbs. Do u guys know what hurts me? Days ago my mom told me if I were somebody else , she wouldn't even look at me. I have disappointed her too many times.
As someone who has disappointed my mother on more than a few occasions, and she is always willing to inform me of it, that is horrible. Please seek help to sort through these things. Honestly, losing the weight will not repair that relationship. You need to be right with yourself, first and foremost. At some point, you need to realize that your mother's approval is not the totality of who you are.
People here can give you guidance and support on weight loss. 30lb in a month is not healthy, safe, or realistic. The bigger worry is how you are feeling right now about yourself.
I hope this helps a little, but please get some help, someone to talk with.
God, u guys r really good.
I feel like.. I don't know, i feel like people care about me.I wanna cry now, lol. my mom does not even care me.
Thank u guys0 -
rankinsect wrote: »ryanhateshimself wrote: »Thanks for sharing ur story. I will try to get healthier. I don't have many friends in this country, I ve spent 2years learning the language and 1 year in college. I have never told my story to anybody,I didn't want to bother anyone and I was scared to tell my story, because I feel ashamed myself.
U guys r nice. Thank u guys
We're happy to listen and help - many of us have done or are in the process of doing the same thing.
You can probably start by putting in your stats into MFP and aiming for a 2 lb/week loss. Always eat close to your goal calories, and eat back half of any exercise calories (only half because estimates of exercise calories tend to be way off; if the calories were perfect you'd eat them all back). You may take nine or ten months to reach your goal - but those months will pass no matter what, and wouldn't you like to be sitting around next year looking back at the months of success, and enjoying a healthier, leaner body?
totally agree.0 -
ryanhateshimself wrote: »
U guys don't understand, i was only 180lbs 3 years ago, now I am almost 300lbs. Do u guys know what hurts me? Days ago my mom told me if I were somebody else , she wouldn't even look at me. I have disappointed her too many times.
How disappointed will your mum be if you cause your self harm will trying to lose weight? Ending up in hospital?
Ultimately you have to lose weight for yourself not your mum.
Lose it slow and steady and more importantly healthily, so you might not be at 300 again in 5 years time after reverting back to your old habits.
It's a marathon not a sprint.0 -
It is time to do something: something sensible! Please don't attempt this!0
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ryanhateshimself wrote: »nutmegoreo wrote: »ryanhateshimself wrote: »
U guys don't understand, i was only 180lbs 3 years ago, now I am almost 300lbs. Do u guys know what hurts me? Days ago my mom told me if I were somebody else , she wouldn't even look at me. I have disappointed her too many times.
As someone who has disappointed my mother on more than a few occasions, and she is always willing to inform me of it, that is horrible. Please seek help to sort through these things. Honestly, losing the weight will not repair that relationship. You need to be right with yourself, first and foremost. At some point, you need to realize that your mother's approval is not the totality of who you are.
People here can give you guidance and support on weight loss. 30lb in a month is not healthy, safe, or realistic. The bigger worry is how you are feeling right now about yourself.
I hope this helps a little, but please get some help, someone to talk with.
God, u guys r really good.
I feel like.. I don't know, i feel like people care about me.I wanna cry now, lol. my mom does not even care me.
Thank u guys
If she's like my mom, she cares. She just sucks at showing it. The important thing is for you to care for yourself :flowerforyou:0 -
There are plenty of people here that have been where you are, at least weight wise.
I was around the 340 mark now I'm around the 195 mark.
It takes time. Start today but try to lose 2lb a month not 6lb. Get enough protein and fats.
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ryanhateshimself wrote: »I don't have many friends in this country,
Don't sweat it Ryan. Check out all the "my family and friends and lovers are sabotaging me, tempting me and generally not supporting my weight loss efforts" threads. You can put your full focus and concentration on doing it exactly how you want to do it with no interference. It sounds like you have a bit over 100 pounds to lose? I'd say give yourself a two year time frame within which to get this done. Steadily, with focus, get it done. 3 meals a day. At 300 lbs., I'd ditch the running. It's the food, eating less of it, that takes the weight off. When you're more comfortable physically, you could start a walking routine.
Thanks, u guys r right. I think I am gonna give myself a year , like someone just mentioned that we did gain ur weight in one night, we can't take it off over a night. Thanks u all0 -
Mums are idiots. I have one, I am one.
They love you. Sometimes, a lot of times, they say the wrong thing because they feel responsible for you, don't think, don't have the social boundaries everyone else in your life does
It sucks
Learn to smile and nod
Lose the weight steadily ...70lbs is nothing ...time passes anyway, look back in a year and think of the lifestyle that now seems natural
Also am worried that your only friend seems intent on VLCD ..please be careful whose advice and support you take...
Start here, it all comes down to calorie intake for fat loss so don't forget your calorie counting ...just the OP
http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/1080242/a-guide-to-get-you-started-on-your-path-to-sexypants/p1
http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/1296011/calorie-counting-101/p1
Walk more...get a basic fitbit (one or zip) just focusing on moving more
Read this: http://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/2009/10/26/how-to-not-suck-at-working-out/
Get a lifting programme
http://stronglifts.com/5x5/
https://www.muscleandstrength.com/workouts/jason-blaha-ice-cream-fitness-5x5-novice-workout
http://www.muscleandfitness.com/workouts/workout-routines/4-week-guide-starting-strength
If you can't bring yourself to do free weights yet then do a decent bodyweight programme
http://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/2009/12/09/beginner-body-weight-workout-burn-fat-build-muscle/
Do some cardio 2 x 30 mins a week is enough ..work up to it - eat back 50% of exercise calories
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ryanhateshimself wrote: »ryanhateshimself wrote: »I don't have many friends in this country,
Don't sweat it Ryan. Check out all the "my family and friends and lovers are sabotaging me, tempting me and generally not supporting my weight loss efforts" threads. You can put your full focus and concentration on doing it exactly how you want to do it with no interference. It sounds like you have a bit over 100 pounds to lose? I'd say give yourself a two year time frame within which to get this done. Steadily, with focus, get it done. 3 meals a day. At 300 lbs., I'd ditch the running. It's the food, eating less of it, that takes the weight off. When you're more comfortable physically, you could start a walking routine.
Thanks, u guys r right. I think I am gonna give myself a year , like someone just mentioned that we did gain ur weight in one night, we can't take it off over a night. Thanks u all
That's a great attitude. You will do it0 -
Mums are idiots. I have one, I am one.
They love you. Sometimes, a lot of times, they say the wrong thing because they feel responsible for you, don't think, don't have the social boundaries everyone else in your life does
It sucks
Learn to smile and nod
Lose the weight steadily ...70lbs is nothing ...time passes anyway, look back in a year and think of the lifestyle that now seems natural
Also am worried that your only friend seems intent on VLCD ..please be careful whose advice and support you take...
Start here, it all comes down to calorie intake for fat loss so don't forget your calorie counting ...just the OP
http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/1080242/a-guide-to-get-you-started-on-your-path-to-sexypants/p1
http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/1296011/calorie-counting-101/p1
Walk more...get a basic fitbit (one or zip) just focusing on moving more
Read this: http://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/2009/10/26/how-to-not-suck-at-working-out/
Get a lifting programme
http://stronglifts.com/5x5/
https://www.muscleandstrength.com/workouts/jason-blaha-ice-cream-fitness-5x5-novice-workout
http://www.muscleandfitness.com/workouts/workout-routines/4-week-guide-starting-strength
If you can't bring yourself to do free weights yet then do a decent bodyweight programme
http://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/2009/12/09/beginner-body-weight-workout-burn-fat-build-muscle/
Do some cardio 2 x 30 mins a week is enough ..work up to it - eat back 50% of exercise calories
I will read them, thnx0 -
Mums are idiots. I have one, I am one.
They love you. Sometimes, a lot of times, they say the wrong thing because they feel responsible for you, don't think, don't have the social boundaries everyone else in your life does
It sucks
Learn to smile and nod
Lose the weight steadily ...70lbs is nothing ...time passes anyway, look back in a year and think of the lifestyle that now seems natural
Also am worried that your only friend seems intent on VLCD ..please be careful whose advice and support you take...
Start here, it all comes down to calorie intake for fat loss so don't forget your calorie counting ...just the OP
http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/1080242/a-guide-to-get-you-started-on-your-path-to-sexypants/p1
http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/1296011/calorie-counting-101/p1
Walk more...get a basic fitbit (one or zip) just focusing on moving more
Read this: http://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/2009/10/26/how-to-not-suck-at-working-out/
Get a lifting programme
http://stronglifts.com/5x5/
https://www.muscleandstrength.com/workouts/jason-blaha-ice-cream-fitness-5x5-novice-workout
http://www.muscleandfitness.com/workouts/workout-routines/4-week-guide-starting-strength
If you can't bring yourself to do free weights yet then do a decent bodyweight programme
http://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/2009/12/09/beginner-body-weight-workout-burn-fat-build-muscle/
Do some cardio 2 x 30 mins a week is enough ..work up to it - eat back 50% of exercise calories
Everything this lady says is gold.
Plus I just wanted to give you a virtual hug. That's a horrible thing to to your son0 -
It's taken me many months to even get to 23lb, but Ryan, it feels really nice to go slow! And a slow and steady weight loss is good for your body, you'll know it's not coming off lean mass etc.
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Ryan, in order to get to a healthy place you are gonna need to talk to someone eventually . I think you're carrying around a lot more baggage than just weight. And you might not be able to get the weight off until you address some of those underlying issues. Please consider it. The weight gain might just be a symptom.0
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There are plenty of people here that have been where you are, at least weight wise.
I was around the 340 mark now I'm around the 195 mark.
It takes time. Start today but try to lose 2lb a month not 6lb. Get enough protein and fats.
@Merkavar I know you meant 2 lbs per week. Just mentioning it in case the OP didn't realize.
OP, You are still young, you can definitely do this, but you might as well do it in a way that will help you maintain a healthy weight for the rest of your life. In other words, no crash dieting! Make sustainable changes. Learn to count calories. Learn about safe weight loss. Start walking if you want to start exercising, and then add to it as you're able. Consider getting help from a medical professional if you need it. And don't fall for any weight loss 'tricks' 'gimmicks' or 'aids'.0 -
mrsfitzyv8 wrote: »Mums are idiots. I have one, I am one.
They love you. Sometimes, a lot of times, they say the wrong thing because they feel responsible for you, don't think, don't have the social boundaries everyone else in your life does
It sucks
Learn to smile and nod
Lose the weight steadily ...70lbs is nothing ...time passes anyway, look back in a year and think of the lifestyle that now seems natural
Also am worried that your only friend seems intent on VLCD ..please be careful whose advice and support you take...
Start here, it all comes down to calorie intake for fat loss so don't forget your calorie counting ...just the OP
http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/1080242/a-guide-to-get-you-started-on-your-path-to-sexypants/p1
http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/1296011/calorie-counting-101/p1
Walk more...get a basic fitbit (one or zip) just focusing on moving more
Read this: http://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/2009/10/26/how-to-not-suck-at-working-out/
Get a lifting programme
http://stronglifts.com/5x5/
https://www.muscleandstrength.com/workouts/jason-blaha-ice-cream-fitness-5x5-novice-workout
http://www.muscleandfitness.com/workouts/workout-routines/4-week-guide-starting-strength
If you can't bring yourself to do free weights yet then do a decent bodyweight programme
http://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/2009/12/09/beginner-body-weight-workout-burn-fat-build-muscle/
Do some cardio 2 x 30 mins a week is enough ..work up to it - eat back 50% of exercise calories
Everything this lady says is gold.
Plus I just wanted to give you a virtual hug. That's a horrible thing to to your son
What MrsFitzy said.
Well done, Ryan, for changing your mind about the crash diet. Very commendable.0 -
ryanhateshimself wrote: »ryanhateshimself wrote: »
U guys don't understand, i was only 180lbs 3 years ago, now I am almost 300lbs. Do u guys know what hurts me? Days ago my mom told me if I were somebody else , she wouldn't even look at me. I have disappointed her too many times.
Aww. I'm sorry, I wish I could help. My mom has told me all sorts of nasty things, too, so I can relate in a sort of way. She wishes I was never born, wishes she wasn't alive because of me, I'm the worst child imaginable, I was the worst baby imaginable, the only thing I know how to do is eat, etc etc. I know it hurts. However, you can't HARM YOURSELF just because someone says something nasty to you. Having a disappointed mother is no reason to cause permanent heart damage by losing weight too quickly. Make a lifestyle change for YOU, to be a happier and healthier person. Do you go to a therapist? I know that's probably the last thing you feel like doing, but they really are there to help you...
It's time to take action, yes, but please do it in a healthy way!
Thanks for sharing ur story. I will try to get healthier. I don't have many friends in this country, I ve spent 2years learning the language and 1 year in college. I have never told my story to anybody,I didn't want to bother anyone and I was scared to tell my story, because I feel ashamed myself.
U guys r nice. Thank u guys
Now I am curious about your home country and your host country.
I work with foreign students in the US and I have spent about 1/3 of my life living outside of my home country. The adjustment and adaptation that you go through is like the ups and downs of regular life...times 100! I completely understand how that alone could cause serious weight gain. Actually, I am surprised that it doesn't happen to more people who spend extended periods of time abroad.
Do you have a foreign student adviser or someone else in your academic setting that you can check in with? Often these people are a good resource for putting you in touch with counseling resources. It certainly doesn't hurt to ask what might be available in your location.0
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