Here we go again .. human yo-yo

bickymc
bickymc Posts: 14 Member
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My name is Vicki, 47 and now repeating my predictable cycle of strict weightloss and exercise until I reach my goal .
Then, most likely I will throw in the towel and binge until I blow out and need to start again.
I desperately need a change of mindset..
Anyone else like me?
Would love some accountability buddies who want to change their mindset too 😍

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  • SpinforCals
    SpinforCals Posts: 113 Member
    Been there done that before.
  • kimny72
    kimny72 Posts: 16,011 Member
    Most people who yo-yo are making weight loss more difficult than it needs to be,then they rebel as soon as they get to goal. Pick a reasonable rate, like 1 lb per week. Eat foods you like. Be more active, however you enjoy.

    All you need to lose weight is a calorie deficit. Any other rules you set for yourself should make that easier.

    Check out the Most Helpful Posts threads pinned to the top of each sub-forum, lots of great info there. Good luck!
  • newlife0516
    newlife0516 Posts: 83 Member
    This is my third time around to lose 50+ lbs and it’s been about 2 years. I’ve been losing it slowly and started by just logging my food and trying to stay at around 2k calories. I lost about 50lbs. My doctor suggested I add exercise so I stated walking a few months ago and now I’m down 85lbs. I the first time I did low carb about 15 years ago. I lost a lot, but I didn’t stick with it I think because it was too restrictive. Now I don’t really deny myself any specific foods, but just try not to eat too much. I generally try to eat healthy foods.
  • RockAndSausageRoll
    RockAndSausageRoll Posts: 8 Member
    It sounds like you've got the hard bit down though! I'm not very yo-yo as I tend to fkind things difficult to stick to. I'm trying the slow and steady approach and hoping that it will stick!

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