Extremely slow process
betterharman
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Been at it since more than 10 weeks and only 8 pounds to show for it. And i have some 35 more to lose to get into normal weight range.
Working out: cardio plus strength. Eating at moderate deficit.
Cutting even a little more makes me hungry and that has led to failure multiple times in past.
Just thinking about how long it is going to take is making me impatient and scared that i might give up. And giving up is not a choice i have.
Extremely annoyed at the process being so excruciatingly slow.
Working out: cardio plus strength. Eating at moderate deficit.
Cutting even a little more makes me hungry and that has led to failure multiple times in past.
Just thinking about how long it is going to take is making me impatient and scared that i might give up. And giving up is not a choice i have.
Extremely annoyed at the process being so excruciatingly slow.
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We've all been there. 8lbs is a decent loss. Don't give up and keep doing what you're doing. I wouldn't advise cutting calories maybe try the 5:2 to mix things up or increase your cardio for 2/3 weeks. Ensure your logging is tight too.6
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I really do think that slow and steady is best if you want to keep weight off. Don't be in too much of a rush - it's all about learning and embedding those habits that will keep you healthy from here on in. A very restrictive regime may shift weight quicker but all I learned that way was how to look forward to reaching goal, ending the 'diet' and getting back to normal. Sadly, it was normal that caused the problem. Needed to learn a new normal8
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Haha - you’re calling that slow? I can beat that 😁. I have been at it since January 2016 and am just approaching 40 pounds lost. Loving the road less travelled 😁21
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Whether you give up or keep going, the time is going to pass anyway. Would you rather be at your goal at the end of that time, or still where you're at now?30
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You are right on track and losing at a healthy rate. I wouldn't recommend changing what you are doing since you are being successful so far. It is frustrating at times because we want to get to the goal. For me, I had to change the goal to being on plan for the process instead of a specific goal weight. I listen to podcasts in my free time to help keep me motivated and focused.7
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This doesn't look slow to me. Depending on your current weight, this may even be fast.5
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You are losing at a great rate! Slow and steady is the way to go, in my opinion! Creating a lifestyle plan that works for you without feeling burned out. While it can be frustrating that I won't hit my destination overnight, I also didn't put on all this extra weight overnight, either. Just keep it going! You got this.7
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I'd say work on acceptance more than changing anything else. It IS a slow process. We all want to shed weight quickly and then we're surprised when we learn how slowly it actually happens. I've had to learn that in order to stick with it I have to eat more and lose at a slower rate. I'll still get there. It'll just take a little longer.
I'd say you're moving along at a good rate. Just keep going, focus on positive NSVs, and take measurements.3 -
That isn't bad at all, it's still on the road to success.
I know there are posters here who loose much faster but that isn't for everyone.
I find I need to eat MORE so I look for foods that have the more bang for my caloric buck. it helps keep me full. i fill up on veggies (still counting). There may be ways to tweak what you eat so you don't feel as hungry.1 -
Shows like "the biggest loser" really have skewed public perception of what is a reasonable loss rate. Journey to a healthy weight doesn't have to be a sprint, and some folks have found that taking a longer route helps them develop new habits of eating that can be maintained over the long term.11
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Started at 13 stone 6 in January now 11 stone 13 thats slow
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The time is going to pass either way...embrace the actual process and everything involved with it...not everything is about the scale. Take this time to learn how to eat properly...to learn about nutrition...to increase your fitness, etc. The scale isn't everything.
You don't really have that much weight to lose...you're not going to lose weight like a morbidly obese person would. You need to keep your expectations real.9 -
betterharman wrote: »Been at it since more than 10 weeks and only 8 pounds to show for it. And i have some 35 more to lose to get into normal weight range.
Working out: cardio plus strength. Eating at moderate deficit.
Cutting even a little more makes me hungry and that has led to failure multiple times in past.
Just thinking about how long it is going to take is making me impatient and scared that i might give up. And giving up is not a choice i have.
Extremely annoyed at the process being so excruciatingly slow.
I think you're right on track. You mentioned impatience and giving up - it's a choice. Quick results yield unwanted side effects; slow progress requires patience, but can significantly decrease your chances of experiencing unwanted side effects. Choose what works best for you (hint: the correct answer is "slow progress")
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8 pounds in 10 weeks is damned good......11
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Anybody who’s ever tried to lose weight knows how you feel. I can gain 10 pounds in the blink of an eye, but it’ll take me 4 weeks at least to take it off. What the h*ll kinda math is that??!! LOL.
It’s part of the process. People will say, “Embrace the process” - I dunno if I like that that phrase. I think it’s more of a “that’s the way it is” sort of thing....it just “is” - so why fight it. I’ll grumble about it because I HATE that it’s going to take me at least a year to take off 100 pounds....but that’s if I stick with it for the long haul.
My therapist laughs because I grumble about stuff like that that’s beyond my realm of control, and nothing’s ever going to change that.5 -
There is one major problem that jumps out to me in what you're doing that explains your slow weight loss.
It is the obvious belief that you're suffering on a diet and that all that suffering will end when you lose another 35 lb and you reach goal.
why don't you think of this as free bonus time where you get to practice for maintenance?
The more free bonus time you have the better off you'll be!
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Set mini goals in a variety of areas : scales, recipes, nutrition, fitness, mental, etc.3
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You could always go to HealthyWage and bet against yourself? An additional reason to stick to it.1
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One thing to remember is that the time will pass. regardless of how you spend it. So another 10 weeks will roll around, no matter what you eat - you can either be 8lbs (or so) lighter then, or have given up and possibly put weight back on. The one thing that's certain is that the 10 weeks will pass!7
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Another pound lost.
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We've all been there. 8lbs is a decent loss. Don't give up and keep doing what you're doing. I wouldn't advise cutting calories maybe try the 5:2 to mix things up or increase your cardio for 2/3 weeks. Ensure your logging is tight too.
Agreed. I think it's a good loss and a safe one too. You could indeed try to switch things up a bit without lowering your cals. 5:2 can work but if you find that too hard (I do) you can also research and try IF (16:8).1 -
betterharman wrote: »Been at it since more than 10 weeks and only 8 pounds to show for it. And i have some 35 more to lose to get into normal weight range.
Working out: cardio plus strength. Eating at moderate deficit.
Cutting even a little more makes me hungry and that has led to failure multiple times in past.
Just thinking about how long it is going to take is making me impatient and scared that i might give up. And giving up is not a choice i have.
Extremely annoyed at the process being so excruciatingly slow.
I started strict diet in january this year n iv lost 8 pounds. You r winning girl 👧1 -
I’m not sure of your age, but as for me, i’ve attempted major weight loss 3 times in my life (on 3). Each time separated by about 5 years. Each time weight loss was an increasingly slower pace no matter what i have set my rate at per week. I also struggle with impatience but am finding success in embracing “the process” over the goal1
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I’m not sure of your age, but as for me, i’ve attempted major weight loss 3 times in my life (on 3). Each time separated by about 5 years. Each time weight loss was an increasingly slower pace no matter what i have set my rate at per week. I also struggle with impatience but am finding success in embracing “the process” over the goal
I am 33...
I tried many times but never could lose.0 -
Ive been at this for THREE Years. Much patience required!!4
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Yes, I feel your pains out how slow it is whenever I think about goal weight or “when I’m thin again.” So I don’t spend too much time doing that. I try to focus on the fact that I am healthier and happier today compared to when I started (which) doesn’t seem so long ago). I am enjoying food with no guilt or discomfort, for the first time in a long time. I am enjoying flavor and texture, which I never noticed when I ate mindlessly. I’m loving my exercise time, how strong my body feels and how lovely everything looks in the summer sun. Focusing on what feels good today seems to derail my frustration with the slow timeline. Maybe it will work for you. Good luck.7
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betterharman wrote: »I’m not sure of your age, but as for me, i’ve attempted major weight loss 3 times in my life (on 3). Each time separated by about 5 years. Each time weight loss was an increasingly slower pace no matter what i have set my rate at per week. I also struggle with impatience but am finding success in embracing “the process” over the goal
I am 33...
I tried many times but never could lose.
You managed to lose this time! You're 9 pounds lighter! I've been inching down for 6 years. I took quite a few prolonged diet breaks, but what matters is that I'm now lighter than I used to be (a lot lighter). In a few months you'll be even lighter than now, or would you rather be heavier?
It's easier said than done, but if you shift your eyes away from the weight and to the process itself things get easier. I measure my progress by each habit and food control skill I successfully acquire, every strategy I manage to find that makes weight loss less stressful, every satisfying workaround that helps me enjoy my life and my food while still losing weight. These are the skills needed to maintain the weight, so that's what I'm focusing on. If you think weight loss is hard, try maintenance. The weight loss phase is short compared to the rest of your life, it will end someday. You need to keep your eyes on what you will potentially need to do for the rest of your life.5 -
Another thing i found this time that i never have before is a “real life” success story. There is someone i talk to who has made the journey that i’m currently on and has kept it off. She has inspired me alot1
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💭 losing weight is a long process. How do we keep motivated for the long haul.1
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I feel like I am at a standstill, but actually I am losing about .5 lb/week. I am uising Trendweight, there are other ones like Happy Scale that show the trend. It helps me to see it is on a decline when I feel discouraged. You are doing a great job. Keep at it1
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