30lbs in 6 months

alvarezsma
alvarezsma Posts: 13 Member
in Health and Weight Loss
Hello,
My name is Stephanie. I am 30 yrs young and I have always had trouble with losing weight. I want to come here and brag on my achievement of my weight please don’t judge. The heaviest I have been is 265lbs on May 2024. I currently weigh 235lbs Nov 2024. I am so proud of myself and I still have a long way to go for my goal of 180lbs. So many things has happened in my life and I finally got to focus on my physical and mental health. At first it is VERY HARD. It is something that one has to really commit and dedicate.
What has really worked for me is meal prepping of low calorie high volume meals. The meals keep me full and it doesn’t break the daily calorie bank.
For example:
My current daily calorie intake is 2,100
My Breakfast is always the same: 265kcal
*Yogurt Vanilla 90cal 14gProtein
*Strawberries
*Blueberries
*Oatmeal 75cal (1/4 cup)
*Milk 1/4cup

Lunch: 400-600cals
Dinner: 400-600cals
Maybe snacks

Sometimes I don’t meet the daily calorie goal which I think is okay because I am training my body to not eat a lot like I used to.
It is hard because at work my coworkers eat junk food and of course who doesn’t love junk food. I do have my cheat days which is Saturday and Sunday, you don’t have to go crazy just get what you crave so you don’t feel too guilty. Then you get right back to it with your meals prepped from Sunday for the week. Again, IT IS VERY HARD. But very worth it. At first I was working out but recently I was not able to this past month and still lost 3 lbs. So it goes to show that calorie deficit is KEY. I now focus on my meals, something easy and quick to make and within the calorie deficit. I find my meals in Instagram and TikTok which helps me stay motivated for new and different meals every week.
I weigh myself every 5 weeks and set my goal for at least 3-5 lbs. At first it was hard to concept that losing ANY amount of weight is a good accomplishment. So I try not to get discouraged if I don’t lose 5lbs but like I said it’s better than nothing or gaining weight.
My family gave me compliments with my weight loss which boosts my confidence and my motivation. My clothes do look better and feel a bit looser.
Just need to stay positive, stay meal prepping, try to workout and move forward and to not give up.
My journey is not done yet.
If you need help or advice, respond here I’ll do the best I can.
Thank you for hearing me out.
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  • Larafit28
    Larafit28 Posts: 6 Member
    You’ve done amazing and should have every right to brag!!! It is certainly hard and I’m in the same boat, well done!! I look forward to seeing more of your journey ❤️
  • AmunahSki
    AmunahSki Posts: 210 Member
    Well done!! :heart:

    Thank you for sharing your journey so far. I hope the new people landing here at MFP will read this, and get some ideas and take heed from your experience. Slow and steady wins the battle! We’re all rooting for you! :smile:
  • alvarezsma
    alvarezsma Posts: 13 Member
    Larafit28 wrote: »
    You’ve done amazing and should have every right to brag!!! It is certainly hard and I’m in the same boat, well done!! I look forward to seeing more of your journey ❤️

    Thank you so much! I didn’t think anyone would read this lol. I hope i will look a bit good for my birthday which is in January 21. I want to spoil myself with a beautiful dress I’ve been eyeing on.

    Stay positive as well! Don’t lose focus!
  • alvarezsma
    alvarezsma Posts: 13 Member
    AmunahSki wrote: »
    Well done!! :heart:

    Thank you for sharing your journey so far. I hope the new people landing here at MFP will read this, and get some ideas and take heed from your experience. Slow and steady wins the battle! We’re all rooting for you! :smile:

    Thank you for reading my little post. Like I said I didn’t think anyone would read this lol. Yes! MFP has helped me so much! It’s what is really keeping me focused. Thank you again for your support!
    Slow and steady, I better win this race lol. :D
  • eahrenee
    eahrenee Posts: 154 Member
    Great job sticking to it! It does take a lot of dedication. I am just starting (again) to track calories and work out. Thank you for being an inspiration!
    Feel free to friend me!
  • GoRun2
    GoRun2 Posts: 466 Member
    Congratulations on being down 30 lbs.
  • springlering62
    springlering62 Posts: 8,434 Member
    Welcome to MFP- probably the least judgy group on the internet. 😇

    Kudos for your hard work and well earned success!
  • purplelint
    purplelint Posts: 3 Member
    That is awesome 👏🏼 good job! I hope this works for me too. This is very inspiring to hear
  • springlering62
    springlering62 Posts: 8,434 Member
    This makes me ponder….why do we often feel guilt or nervousness about losing weight?
  • jamilaegore
    jamilaegore Posts: 1 Member
    Congratulations on losing 30lbs that's no small feat! I have a similar goal of getting down to 180 from the 230's. Thanks for the meal prepping idea
  • Thedeadlyhoot
    Thedeadlyhoot Posts: 8 Member
    This is so awesome and you're not on a starvation diet. I love it!! Best of continued success to you
  • LeeDahlen38
    LeeDahlen38 Posts: 145 Member
    Complete awesomeness!! 👏👏👏👏
    Im back after a hiatus and I have 3 mos to lose 50. I posted my top 3 daily goals and im gonna use some of your notes as well!! Keep grinding!! Always feels great to reach a goal!
  • alvarezsma
    alvarezsma Posts: 13 Member
    eahrenee wrote: »
    Great job sticking to it! It does take a lot of dedication. I am just starting (again) to track calories and work out. Thank you for being an inspiration!
    Feel free to friend me!

    Yes girl!!! It’s hard but it’s all about the meals. Low calorie high volume. You can do it! We can do this journey strong!
    Yes of course I’ll friend you!
  • alvarezsma
    alvarezsma Posts: 13 Member
    GoRun2 wrote: »
    Congratulations on being down 30 lbs.

    Thank you!!!
  • alvarezsma
    alvarezsma Posts: 13 Member
    springlering62 wrote: »
    Welcome to MFP- probably the least judgy group on the internet. 😇

    Kudos for your hard work and well earned success!

    Thank you very much! lol yes very least judgy group. Haha
  • alvarezsma
    alvarezsma Posts: 13 Member
    purplelint wrote: »
    That is awesome 👏🏼 good job! I hope this works for me too. This is very inspiring to hear

    Yes girlie!!! It will work. Just got to stay consistent and focused because it is easy to lose focus but just need to stay on track. The meals that you’ve prepped on Sunday for the week will help you stay focused, count your calories for the best of your knowledge. Trust me that you can do it!
    I’m here if you need help or someone to talk to about it because I am new to this and we doing this journey together. 😊
  • alvarezsma
    alvarezsma Posts: 13 Member
    springlering62 wrote: »
    This makes me ponder….why do we often feel guilt or nervousness about losing weight?

    I also felt the same just nervousness because some people don’t want to see you succeed or I don’t want to hear anyone say something condescending. But oh well, I know what I’m doing is working and have to stay focused and positive and that’s all there is to it.
  • alvarezsma
    alvarezsma Posts: 13 Member
    jamilaegore wrote: »
    Congratulations on losing 30lbs that's no small feat! I have a similar goal of getting down to 180 from the 230's. Thanks for the meal prepping idea

    Thank you very much! Yes it was very difficult to get where I am now but I have a long way to go.
    I have some more ideas if you need some or if you have some for me would be great too lol
    This week for lunch is salads that contain:
    2 handful of spinach
    1 1/2 cup of romaine lettuce
    1 handful of English cucumber
    1 cup of chicken breast
    2 tbsp of fat free ranch

    Dinner
    Serves 4 servings
    2 turkey kelibasa
    2-3 bell peppers
    1/2 an onion
    2 zucchini
    Approximately 410 calories

    Sorry if it’s too much, I enjoy speaking about this.
    Thanks again for reading my post
  • alvarezsma
    alvarezsma Posts: 13 Member
    Thedeadlyhoot wrote: »
    This is so awesome and you're not on a starvation diet. I love it!! Best of continued success to you

    Thank you! I don’t think I would survive starvation diet lol. I appreciate your support!!
  • Iuliaxna09
    Iuliaxna09 Posts: 2 Member
    Im struggling with weight loss. My weight is in a plateau. Any tips? I lost weight and gained some back then lost it again and now its stuck. I was stucj at 127 pounds now im stuck at 129
  • Hobartlemagne
    Hobartlemagne Posts: 564 Member
    Iuliaxna09 wrote: »
    Im struggling with weight loss. My weight is in a plateau. Any tips? I lost weight and gained some back then lost it again and now its stuck. I was stucj at 127 pounds now im stuck at 129

    You should start your own discussion thread. Please dont hijack another person's thread.
  • alvarezsma
    alvarezsma Posts: 13 Member
    LeeDahlen38 wrote: »
    Complete awesomeness!! 👏👏👏👏
    Im back after a hiatus and I have 3 mos to lose 50. I posted my top 3 daily goals and im gonna use some of your notes as well!! Keep grinding!! Always feels great to reach a goal!

    I seen your post! Super props to you! Good luck to you! Got to keep on grinding!!
  • alvarezsma
    alvarezsma Posts: 13 Member
    Iuliaxna09 wrote: »
    Im struggling with weight loss. My weight is in a plateau. Any tips? I lost weight and gained some back then lost it again and now its stuck. I was stucj at 127 pounds now im stuck at 129

    I have always struggled like that. What is your goal?
    You need to set a goal first, doesn’t have to be big maybe 3-5 lbs in a month. Then need to prep your meals, got to look up meals (breakfast/lunch/dinner) that you will like to eat for a week straight and if you can incorporate a workout.
    Walking works or running or anything that makes you move your body for 30 mins.
    and NO JUNK FOOD.
    You can cave into your cravings in the weekend because you will get right back to it on Monday with your meals prepped from Sunday.
    Easier said than done but just little things like that it will help you eat healthier and once you make it habit, you will see that you won’t crave too much junk food as before and you’ll want to choose healthier options when you go out to eat.
    I hope this helped, if it’s easier you can message me too. Always here to help :)
    I’m not perfect but I’m trying my best with the like I got.
  • springlering62
    springlering62 Posts: 8,434 Member
    Hobartlemagne wrote: »
    Iuliaxna09 wrote: »
    Im struggling with weight loss. My weight is in a plateau. Any tips? I lost weight and gained some back then lost it again and now its stuck. I was stucj at 127 pounds now im stuck at 129

    You should start your own discussion thread. Please dont hijack another person's thread.

    I don’t think it was intended as a hijack. I think @Iuliaxna09 was asking advice from someone we were congratulating for their loss.

    As an aside, someone can’t message you unless they send a friend request first, and you accept it. (Or vice versa. But you have to be friends.)

    MFP blocked messages between users ages ago unless members follow this protocol. We have the Great Pornbot Invasion of 2020 to thank for that. Fun times. *sigh*

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