What nobody tells you about losing weight

tomteboda wrote: »

What no one told me... Was how much less space my clothes would take in drawers and the closet. It makes sense, but to actually see the changes? I'm using 3 drawer baby dressernow and it has space... (down to a 10 from a 22)

I notice the same thing. No more piles of clothes. I can even have my winter clothes in my closet at the same time.

My self confidence is coming back. Now anyone at ANY size should struve ti be confident. It just wasent happening for me. Im getting healthier and really starting to feel the way I should and used to at my "normal" size.

Best. Thread. Ever.

Your back, knees, and feet will start to feel better. Not so sore after a long day at work.
I get bored easier. No more sitting at the computer or tv at home, I want to get out and do something.
I miss bread.
Connecting with people in the same boat. I had a lengthy conversation with a stranger in the yogurt section as we were both trying to find the best yogurt with the right amount of protein, calories, sodium and carbs we wanted.

OfficialDSXIII wrote: »

Still being unsatisfied.

I remember being nearly 50 pounds heavier and wishing I was around the weight I am now. Now don't get me wrong, it's amazing how much better I feel and how much stronger I am, but back then I never would have thought I would still be not happy with my physique at this weight.

I still want lower bodyfat and more muscle gains.

I know what you mean! I passed my original goal weight already and I'm ecstatic with the progress, but I can't believe that I'm not satisfied with my body yet. I haven't been this light in over 25 years, but I find that now I'm greedy...I don't just want to be thinner, I want my ideal body which mean looking strong and fit

3. How even though I don't see a whole lot of change yet, I can vividly see my success. And how much that actually means (if anyone would have told me at the beginning I'd spend 6 months barely loosing 18 lbs and still not look a whole lot different, I may not have even done this! Now I say, BRING IT!)

This is exactly what I needed to read this morning. Thanks for posting.

Beanogirl wrote: »

You will lose some friends who see you as a threat! Just let them go.....

So true!!!

chel325 wrote: »

dramaqueen45 wrote: »

chel325 wrote: »

How your self esteem plummets when you have to walk around with super baggy clothes because you cannot keep affording to buy new clothes for your forever shrinking waistline.

I just bought new jeans a month ago and they're already baggy in spots that aren't cute.

I'm wearing a size 16 with a belt to work when I wear a 10 and I feel so unprofessional.

I shop at thrift stores for this very reason- I got into and out of two pairs of jeans from there and they only cost me $3.50 each (name brand too). I've already donated them back.

This is a thing I've been trying to do but it's a little bit harder for me as I'm 4'11 so need to find pants that aren't too long. It's hard finding things in regular stores as sometimes the short is too long but in thrift stores it's nearly impossible! haha. I can do the tops though

If you find thrift shop pants that fit you well most places, but are too long, try taking them to a tailor. My local tailor charges $10 to shorten pants. She does a nice job, has them done in just a few days, and if you paid thrift store price in the first place they will still be a bargain even with the cost of tailoring (as compared to new pants).

How frumpy you might feel when you're in transition. Yes, you are physically smaller, but it all kind of sits "funny" now and nothing fits quite right. I thought I'd be stoked about getting halfway to my goal but now I just want to hurry up and get there so I can relearn how to dress myself!

WelshPhil1975 wrote: »

dawnmcneil10 wrote: »

One of my biggest things was learning how to nest my knees for sleeping at night.

Something else that I struggle with is using up the excess energy without irritating others.

Bonus to my friends, since I'm a lightweight I offer to be DD.

So true! I sit at my desk in work and get up just to walk around to burn off some energy, and wereas before I'd find that sitting down for long periods was a pretty brilliant hobby, these days I want to be out and about, just walking my dogs and enjoying the great outdoors.

HA! That's me! Who'd have thought I would actually look forward to exercising and not really caring what the weather is! I used to despise sweating. Now I know sweating means its working. Bring it on!

This thread is amazing oh my gosh !
When you pass your goal weight but still want to be smaller and then start looking at those body fat percentage pictures

@sandrachis
Very cool. And yes, treat yourself on essentials.

@acorsaut89
Seeing the different ways people treat you makes those true friends even more valued, no? I'm sure you've told them, too.

@tatirod
Great attitude, gal! You can do it.
There will always be some people who turn you down. You have to learn to do what you're doing: pay attention to it for yourownself.

@NealNH - You'll get there. When I made goal, I kept seeing my mother walking toward me from mirrors. Which was strange enough, since she died in 1970, just shy of her 52nd b'day and I'm just turned 64 ... but we also had a rocky relationship. (I know she did the best she could, and went through many trials.) I kept telling myself that I'm not her, and much happier than she was. I've gotten used to my reflection. Mostly.

@tomteboda - you go, girl! What an accomplishment!

@rbfdac - There is definitely some vanity sizing. When I was in high school, I swam competitively, weighed a maternally-enforced 125 lbs, and wore size 12 pants. At age 64 and 140-145 lbs, I'm now wearing size 10 and 8, and was able to zip up a 6, though it showed every wrinkle in my underwear.
BUT. (And this is a BUT as big as mine used to be.) Vanity sizing does NOT negate the super job you've done for yourself. It's not so much about the specific size number: What matters is that you're, what - three or four sizes smaller than you were, using current sizing. I bet those lovely cheekbones in your photo didn't show up 59 pounds ago, either. Way to go!

@1stgardengirl - what I just said - same for you. Congratulations!

@carriejglenn -- Excellent!

@NewMEEE2016 -
>>scary change.
ayup.

@sunflowerhippi -- you look fat?? that looks like an hourglass figure to me.

@Doit4theOMG - wow. beautiful photo and great realizations.

@MimiOfTheLusciousLawn - re "just not as wide" - do you feel you have more to lose? Whether or no, the "not as wide" should feel great.

@chel325
about those size 16 jeans -
I was going to ask about thrift stores, but see later in the thread. But if you want to send me a PM, I've got a pair of almost unworn size 12 gray slacks I could send you. Not size 10, but closer. I'd been meaning to bring them to chorus and ask if anyone wants them, but you now have priority. (Yeah, they might need hemming, but can't beat the price.) )

@vherreere123 - I've also had people tell me that what I was eating wasn't on my diet. I just said, "Yes it is - I have the calories for it today."

@2012retiree - Great loss! I'm even wearing shorts at home ... though not outdoors.

@peggymenard - yeah, maintenance takes work, too. You've lost; you can beat the yoyos.

@valente347 -
>>Now I'm always surprised at how much room there is everywhere I go.
Great! Which is, by the way, how you're looking.

@OfficialDSXIII and @cglouie @chelseyperry _ great attitude!

@dramaqueen45 - great loss, and great thinking.

nanadeek wrote: »

How frumpy you might feel when you're in transition. Yes, you are physically smaller, but it all kind of sits "funny" now and nothing fits quite right. I thought I'd be stoked about getting halfway to my goal but now I just want to hurry up and get there so I can relearn how to dress myself!

Why not just buy yourself a couple nice, but inexpensive things while you're transitioning (you could even get them in a thrift shop) ? I think it is REALLY important for motivation. You'll feel a LOT better, and get compliments, which will spur you on to reach your goal (when you're still wearing big clothes, no one will notice you've lost weight). I've cleaned out my closet and packed the old clothes away (some very nice- waiting for someone deserving to donate them to) and bought myself a couple pair of SKINNY JEANS and a couple cute tops I think it's important to BE GOOD TO OURSELVES **NOW** and not wait until we are "perfect". It's a process to be embraced & enjoyed.

How people have stopped asking me when I was due when I wasn't pregnant

How none of your panties fit right

How you will become addicted to working out, gym, running, sweating, etc.

How much your weight loss will impact/inspire others including your family

How emotional it all is..