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In the early stages...?

sunnyzephyr
sunnyzephyr Posts: 114
edited October 2024 in Introduce Yourself
Hi, I just started my weight loss program about 1-2 weeks ago. When you started, did it take a few weeks for the scale to catch up with all your hard work. I have had it happen to me in the past where I worked my butt off, saw no results, gave up, then saw results a few weeks later. Does this happen to anyone else?

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  • cutiepie2628
    cutiepie2628 Posts: 415 Member
    I personally think that you have to set realistic goals.....and sometimes we as a ppl want right now results... which isn't always the best thing...stick to it... and i promise you that you will see results... good luck on your journey:wink:
  • Nikki582
    Nikki582 Posts: 561 Member
    I choose not to set weight goals (aside from ultimate) because I generally fail at them and lose heart - instead I use the measuring tape and set around 4 goals to achieve per fortnight (normally one or two exercise, one or two food related, and mental health related) :)
  • Bmoney11239
    Bmoney11239 Posts: 31 Member
    you're ok as long as you keep the focus... learning how your body reacts is key!
  • Artemis_Acorn
    Artemis_Acorn Posts: 836 Member
    I know I'll sometimes go 2-3 weeks with consistent effort but no results, and then drop 4-6 pounds in a week. It's a bit hard to explain, but I'm doing it for health reasons, and the health benefits of eating healthy and exercising don't go away even when I'm on a plateau.
  • sunnyzephyr
    sunnyzephyr Posts: 114
    Thank you all :)
  • pamtayls
    pamtayls Posts: 13
    Great topic, I know how this feels but have faith that any change to my diet and exercise from what I was doing will eventually pay off.
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