Big GAIN. Bummed, but trying to use this as a learning expe

ShanRaeC
ShanRaeC Posts: 37
edited November 12 in Motivation and Support
I have put about 12 pounds back on in about 8 weeks. it's been a crazy period of time. I had lots of job stress that lead to the decision to seek out and GET another job (too detailed to go into here; suffice it to say my place of employment is going downhill and I FINALLY wised up and got out of there). Secondly, my back went out and I have had to stop exercise due to back pain. Lastly I have been dealing with some depression, and trying hard to stay on top of it.

I fell into a trap of letting it all morph into a sort of break from being healthy and sensible, and as a result, I've gained 12 lbs. I was super close to the milestone of finally getting under 200 lbs. 199 was sooooo close. I avoided the scale because I just didn't want to know. Clothes are tighter. I can tell. So this morning, I finally told myself to be real and get the truth--see what the scale says. UGH. 212. I don't want to admit it, but I have to. I really don't want to "check in" and put that weight in on my profile. It's frustrating!

I am upset with myself. BUT, I am just going to remember that this is all valuable information and will learn from it. Beating myself up is pointless, except to really hold on to the information I learned. How NOT to respond to stress and exercise restrictions. I know this stuff, but sometimes we all need to "relearn".

What I am trying to take from this is that the truth is GOOD, even if it's not the truth we want to hear. I'm proud of myself for admitting it. I am proud of deciding to look the truth in the eye and accept it. Not be over dramatic, just be pragmatic and get back into the healthy habits that are part of taking care of myself.

This is my reality. I put 12 pounds back on. Let's get me started on taking those 12 off and hacking away at the rest of the weight I set out to lose.

Thanks.

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  • MinkyMoo13
    MinkyMoo13 Posts: 354 Member
    Hi

    I did the same. I was 11 Stone and decided to lose some weigh. In September I was 9.10 then by January had gone up to a whopping 11stone! Too many social events i.e. weddings, Christmas and corporate events with too much alochol and unhealthy food. I'm so mad at myself for undoing all my hard work. Like you say i decided to take a break from being healthy but I lost control.

    I am now struggling to lose the weight and have resorted to going to the gym every day before work. So far i have lost only 2lbs in the 5 weeks that i have been going but i wasn't eating great still. Now i'm eating better and going to the gym i'm hoping that within a month i will start to see more weight coming off.

    i think although we did this it will make us realise how easy it is to do and we will be more mindfull in future.

    My goal is to get back to 9 stone (or as near as dammit). Good Luck!
  • getfitnfab
    getfitnfab Posts: 418 Member
    You got back on the saddle

    That's great

    You got this
  • ShanRaeC
    ShanRaeC Posts: 37
    I love your reply! Short, to the point, and AWESOME. You rock. Thanks~
  • fmbomzo
    fmbomzo Posts: 382 Member
    Falling down is not an issue unless you stay down. Glad you're back on track. Life happens and the wise learn the lessons and keep moving.
  • nk17
    nk17 Posts: 141 Member
    Today is the only day that matters. Use it wisely.
  • karinapeterson
    karinapeterson Posts: 195 Member
    You came back and you were honest with yourself that in itself is a huge deal!! good for you. How easy would it be to let it keep you down, we all know too easy. That tells me you are strong and determined just may take a little more time to get to the goal but you will get there with an attitude like yours! Well done :)
  • MissMaryMac33
    MissMaryMac33 Posts: 1,433 Member
    *waves from the other side of town*

    You're not alone! I'm in the same boat right now.... turns out, peri-menupause is not helpful when trying to lose weight!
    Who knew :)
  • zaaden
    zaaden Posts: 26 Member
    Being honest with yourself will ensure that you can do it. You are not thinking one thing and doing another.
    Well done on get back on track. Good luck.
  • sarafil
    sarafil Posts: 506 Member
    What you did is huge: you acknowledged the gain, identified the triggers for it, and now it's time to move on. You lost it before, you'll lose it again! Most of us have some ups and downs in our weight loss journeys. Important thing moving forward is to figure out how to deal with life stressors without having it effect your weight. You can do it!
  • effdawg
    effdawg Posts: 10
    Hey dealing with depression is no joke, But one thing that I have learned is that through exercise it may not take the depression away but it will help to take your mind away from it. the more you exercise and feel good about it the less depression you have.
  • soccer8s
    soccer8s Posts: 238 Member
    One day at a time!!!! We're here for ya....keep your head up.
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