Lost 80lb and have gained 30lb back, now it’s time to get real! Bummed out looking for support.
Options
Replies
-
I lose 50lbs and regained it over the last few years, and I need to get back on track. Would be great to have friends in a similar position.1
-
Same boat! Lost 70, gained 26 back. Really upset with myself. Started new job, stuck at desk all day, stressed out. Getting back on track for 2019.4
-
I lost 36 kg and ate it all back plus some. I was at 127.5 kg and got down to 91 kg. Then, back up to 109 kg. I've learned my lesson and am currently 96.5 kg. I've said this before, but I will never put it back on. I am determined to finish the job in 2019.1
-
Been here -> lost it -> stayed here -> gained it -> still here.3
-
Thank you everyone, you are all wonderful and supportive. Happy New Year as well, now it's really time to make this happen. It seems I'm not alone. This really is something that I need to focus on daily. I love living the good life too much so time to refocus. Just came back from a long walk with my dogs which felt great. I need to focus on being kind and patience with myself as I deal with all of my clothes not fitting, I know that with each week that passes I will see progress. I'm going to weigh in weekly and will post my results here if anyone else wants to join? I'm going to weigh myself every Saturday am and will share my results, what worked, etc. Happy to help and support anyone else determined to re-lose this weight! One thing I know for sure, I am 100% positive that I will lose this weight and reach my goal, by July I will be at my goal weight. Who's with me?5
-
I lost close to 60 lbs or so in 2012. Kept it off for 2 yrs! Now I've gained most of it back. I used to walk for an hour every day. I feel so much better when I work out but can't find the motivation. Hoping a new year will be a new beginning to get back on track for good!1
-
Starting about 2.5 years ago, I lost 65 pounds over the course of 12 months and kept most of it off for a year after that. Slowly, I let some of my good habits (drink more, eat frequently, walk regularly, lift heavy, track ALL food, weigh-in daily, infrequent "cheat days", take pictures, take body measurements) slip away one by one until some outside stress beyond my control proved to be the last straw. My mom got sick and all my energy and attention went to her care. Coupled with unprecedented stress at work, I managed to gain 30 pounds in just over 4 months. I doubt that would have happened if I'd not let so many of the habits slip away gradually before that.
I'm going to choose to focus on the fact that I'm still 30 pounds lighter and healthier than I was 2.5 years ago. I also know what led to my success the first time so I know what I need to do and I know I can do it and be happy about it. It's not time to focus on how much you've gained recently. Instead, just get back to what has gotten you this far and get back to those good habits. Roll back to day one when you first started your most successful weight loss and repeat what worked and improve on what could have been improved on. It's all a journey, without end.
This morning, I cleaned up the basement and unburied my free weights and squat rack. Got the space looking even better than it did the last time I used it. Tomorrow is day one of Stronglifts 5x5, walking 30 minutes 3x per week, weighing in daily, and tracking everything I eat. Easy peasy.
Do what you know you can do!5 -
@xlgman Thank you this was very helpful. I actually felt as though I could really relate, except I hope your mom is ok, sorry.
I too have let my good habits disappear one by one. The biggest hurdle I have, probably mentally, is that I was a long-distance runner for many years, last year I ran 2 half marathons and of course, burned so many calories in my training group. After the last marathon I needed a break, for a year it seems! So my fear is that I do not have an equivalent exercise activity that burns as many calories although I'm very slowly getting back into running. It's not easy when I feel like a potatoe lol. Anyhow, I'm sure I can still lose weight without running! I hope we can all keep in touch, I think it helps that we have similar stories.1 -
I lost 90 and gained back 40. I hope this is the year I can beat this thing.1
-
Me too! I lost 60 in 2017, and slowly gained 30 in 2018. New jobs, kids, lack of exercise/time, stress, etc. etc. etc. it’s a journey....it’s just time to start over.😊1
-
So I went to bed starving and dragged my sorry butt to Bootcamp this am, success. I’m not spending my life obsessing about my weight. That’s a big motivation for me. How’s everyone?1
-
I’m in the same boat! Lost 65 and gained half back. I’m determined to keep going! Feel free to add. Looking for support!1
-
I have been in that position and gained the rest back! You r amazing for facing it head on and taking control now! I have lost most and I'm building muscle (while losing fat) to combat the metabolism slow down that happens with such big weight loss. You can do this and keep it ALL off for GOOD! I log a public diary of food and workout daily. Feel free to add! 😊1
-
Today I stepped on the scale which is the first time since before Christmas, shows up only 1lb so I’m happy about that because I really indulged.1
-
Leecha that is great. I bet that one pound will fall off quickly with your new focus on eating healthy foods and exercise. Good Luck to all of us!
1 -
I lost 150 over the past few years and gained 30 back since August. I am bummed too and trying to not stress more and keep pushing forward to make up lost ground. I understand how frustrating it can be and think the morning boot camp is an awesome way to start the day!1
-
I've waited a few days to comment, but yes, sadly, I have been on the road to regaining the weight. I lost 60#, the lowest weight I have been in almost 40 years, a wonderful 129#. Fast forward to now, back up 20#, most of it gained over the past 6 or 7 months. I blamed it on stress from several major occurrences in my life. The reality is, I just have no control at times. I have let the stress control me and it's time to change that. I did maintain over the holidays so that is encouraging. Good luck to everyone that is trying to get back on board. I'll just leave this meme I saw today, made me laugh even though it's fairly accurate:
3 -
Add me if you like! I have 90 total to lose. I was doing great--healthy eating, going to the gym, really motivated, and I lost 35---then BLAM--fell off the wagon and gained back 28 of it. I'm trying to get my groove back and need all the help I can get to finally get rid of it in 2019!1
-
Happy Saturday Morning!
So let's all post our weekly successes, etc. and keep each other accountable, what do you think? So many of us are in the same boat, I've received great advice and what is true for all of us is that 1. We are here 2. We are taking action and 3. We are committed to doing this! I know for me that once I have mental strength and I'm back in the game, I can resist my fav foods and treats, I just make better decisions. The tough part is getting mentally fit again, so far so good over here. I wish you all the best getting your mindset back, you did this before! You CAN do it and you WILL do it.1 -
Sat weigh in - down 1lb since Christmas, phew! Actually, I'm down 2lbs from yesterdays weigh in but I only count Saturday's. Sodium? Who knows. I can feel the strength in making better decisions. Just think how good we will all feel by end of Jan after staying focused. I've learned that time really does fly by so hopefully this weight loss period will as well!2
Categories
- All Categories
- 1.4M Health, Wellness and Goals
- 391.9K Introduce Yourself
- 43.5K Getting Started
- 259.8K Health and Weight Loss
- 175.7K Food and Nutrition
- 47.3K Recipes
- 232.3K Fitness and Exercise
- 398 Sleep, Mindfulness and Overall Wellness
- 6.4K Goal: Maintaining Weight
- 8.5K Goal: Gaining Weight and Body Building
- 152.8K Motivation and Support
- 7.9K Challenges
- 1.3K Debate Club
- 96.3K Chit-Chat
- 2.5K Fun and Games
- 3.4K MyFitnessPal Information
- 23 News and Announcements
- 977 Feature Suggestions and Ideas
- 2.4K MyFitnessPal Tech Support Questions