I am ready to give up

Don't give up! At more heaviest weight I was 238 and now am 184 and it can be done just don't give up on yourself. For whatever reason I don't drop the 1-2 lbs a week no matter what I do. My weight stays the same for a couple weeks and then all of a sudden I drop and then it stays steady again. It took me a while to figure out my body. We are all different and it just takes time. Hang in there keep doing what you need to do. Eat well and exercise those benefit you even if the scale isn't moving yet. Everything healthy I eat and everytime I work out I know I do it for the healthier me and for no one else. Hang in there you are worth it!

keep going dont give up ! it will happen. Maybe try to include green tea in your day, I find that I do not snack if I sip on hot green tea and it also containes tons of antioxidents and does in fact give you a lot of energy. Its worked for me this week and I have lost weight plus felt better.
So far the only way I have found to really shift the scales is by sticking to protein - virtually cut out all the carbs, so thats no bread, no rice, no pasta, no crackers, no potatoes, no pumpkin and so fourth. Try Salmon, cut chicken breast with a little hommous or chilli, stir fry meat and veges, misu soup or tofu, eggs, protein shakes (careful with these as some trick with added calories).
If you must snack then try air popped popcorn and green tea if you cant handle celery sticks.
Also go and buy a really nice dress one size too small for you and hang it in your bathroom and just keep it in mind every time to find your self sitting around or snacking on crap.
Keep going it will get easier. Dont forget muscles are heavy so try to see how you look mirror wise or clothes wise as a better guide.

11lbs in 3 weeks...woo hoo for you!

I did notice that you consume alot of calories at one sitting? Dinners that are 600-1000? Try spreading your calorie intake out thru the day...have 6 mini meals instead of 3 big ones. Your body doesn't need that many calories all at once. Eating thru the day also helps keep hunger in check.

What they all said. Eleven pounds in three weeks is AWESOME! And don't be afraid of food. If you're working out that much, you need more fuel in your tank. You're progress might not change much - because you're progress is already fantastic - but you'll feel better emotionally and physically.

I also meant to write that if you quit, then you are NOT going to reach your goals. In past years when I was doing something to lose weight, my goal was simply to lose weight. So when the scale didn't accommodate my goal, I got frustrated and, at some point, gave up. Weight gain followed giving up.

This year, my primary goal has been to get healthier and more fit. That encompasses weight loss, but other things as well. So now, when the scale doesn't move every week, I may get a little frustrated, but I remind myself that I am healthier and I am still winning the battle on this front. Ultimately, if I continue to make healthier decisions in my life, I know that the weight loss will take care of itself. This isn't a race....its a marathon...its a lifestyle. Weight loss will not be long term if you have short term goals (weight loss) rather than lifetstyle goals (be healthy).

Hey there!

My initial response was going to be be" 11 POUNDS IN 3 WEEKS!!!! THAT IS AMAZING!"

I know it is so difficult to stayed motivated when we feel like it's not going fast enough...But think about it this way: You have lost 1/9 of your goal!

You need to start rewarding yourself ...

For every 10 pounds I lose, I reward myself with a treat like a haircut, a mani, a pedi, ect...

I was so inspired by the blog shoes to lose and decided this was going to be the only way!

Good luck and PLEASE don't give up!

Elissa

No no no!! Don't give up!! ONEDERLAND is just around the corner!!!
You have good habits and 2 great reasons to stay on track.
Remember to take this journey one tiny little day at a time. and sometimes, truly, just get through any hour at a time.
11 pounds is nothing to sneeze at. It is downright INSPIRATIONAL!!!
I am sending you a friend request right now because I bet you can inspire me when I hit a road bump.
Hang in there.
One day it won't seem like a diet any more, it'll seem like a happy and healthy way of life. (I'm counting on that!!

Weight loss is a balancing act, but you can do it! Don't give up!

if you give up you will never win. Sometimes it just takes longer. I totally agree about the processed foods. Those are a good starting point for change. Just remember that every day your body does change and the strength from all the working out is a win in itself.

Don't give up!! I have lost 18lbs on MFP and another 6 before MFP for a total of 24lbs. I was really eating healthy but I fell of a couple of times but the important thing is to NOT give up for any reason!!

Sometimes foods with the same amount of calories are not equal from what I have been hearing! A 150 calorie potato is not the same as a 150 calorie cookie. Although I am not on Weight Watchers I heard that was their entire reason for changing their program. What I am getting at is when I eat more things like skinless chicken breast or hamburger steak, broccoli and/or a potato versus processed foods, I do not lose as much.

Switch up your routine with nutrition and exercise and hopefully you will see a positive change! Also remember that you can be losing inches, especially when exercising. Also remember to get at least 1200 calories in. If you go below your body will think it is in starvation mode and will hold onto fat.

You have already lost 11lbs and that is a great jump start so your body may be adjusting....Good luck to you!!