Major NSV - read if you get obsessed with the scale!

cinsuccess
cinsuccess Posts: 333 Member
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Like so many people on MFP, I have had clothes in my closet in 3 different sizes for years... mostly in business suits since I'm a lawyer by day so I need to have suits that fit properly no matter what size I may be. It was when I had to buy a "bigger" suit for an interview because I didn't fit into my "fat" suit size that I really woke up and got serious about making some changes.

I have not fit into the "thin" (lowest) size in my closet since 1998... until this morning! I decided to pull one out and try it on just to see how much further I had to go and was absolutely amazed when I didn't even have to hold my breath to get the zipper closed!! This is particularly amazing for me because the last time I fit into this suit was when I was at my goal weight which is still 30 pounds away!!

How you lose weight really does matter!! By working out more, building muscle and being focused on better nutrition by body is transforming in ways I never imagined.

I wanted to share this for anyone who gets too focused on the scale. My scale says I have 30+ pounds to go for my goal weight but my body is getting leaner. I'm fitting into clothes that I didn't think I could wear until I got there! This time when I reach my goal weight, I will fit into even smaller sizes... and even better - I will be much healthier and stronger!!
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  • alaina216
    alaina216 Posts: 103
    CONGRATS!! That must have felt great :) Keep up the great work!
  • tabithajoyy
    tabithajoyy Posts: 680 Member
    Fabulous!!!
  • FitJenJen
    FitJenJen Posts: 22 Member
    I needed that today! Thanks for the inspiration (as I portion out my healthy snack in 0.5 serving size) and gather the energy to do my strength training tonight!

    Keep up the good work!
  • nikig7
    nikig7 Posts: 240 Member
    Thanks for that...I really appreciate it...and congrats on all your success thus far!
  • knrob
    knrob Posts: 65
    that is wonderful! and yet, one more reason to keep logging and plugging along!
  • PhillyTD
    PhillyTD Posts: 375 Member
    Total Awesomesauce! :)
  • kboggs6763
    kboggs6763 Posts: 35 Member
    Thank you...that is very inspiring!:smile:
  • va_va_voom
    va_va_voom Posts: 467 Member
    Like so many people on MFP, I have had clothes in my closet in 3 different sizes for years... mostly in business suits since I'm a lawyer by day so I need to have suits that fit properly no matter what size I may be. It was when I had to buy a "bigger" suit for an interview because I didn't fit into my "fat" suit size that I really woke up and got serious about making some changes.

    I have not fit into the "thin" (lowest) size in my closet since 1998... until this morning! I decided to pull one out and try it on just to see how much further I had to go and was absolutely amazed when I didn't even have to hold my breath to get the zipper closed!! This is particularly amazing for me because the last time I fit into this suit was when I was at my goal weight which is still 30 pounds away!!

    How you lose weight really does matter!! By working out more, building muscle and being focused on better nutrition by body is transforming in ways I never imagined.

    I wanted to share this for anyone who gets too focused on the scale. My scale says I have 30+ pounds to go for my goal weight but my body is getting leaner. I'm fitting into clothes that I didn't think I could wear until I got there! This time when I reach my goal weight, I will fit into even smaller sizes... and even better - I will be much healthier and stronger!!

    I'm totally obsessed with the number on my scale. :blushing: But, you are so right! I'm fitting into pants right now that I did not fit into yet the last time I was at this weight (pregnancies back to back, so my weight has gone up and down the last couple of years). I was amazed to get into the pants I've gotten into, but realized it's b/c I'm not just focusing on the number on the scale anymore. :)
  • TheMiddlePath
    TheMiddlePath Posts: 230 Member
    BEST.FEELING.EVER!!!!!

    Congrats!!! Thank you for reminding us...the other slaves! I just had a moment this morning. Good timing!
  • ladyfingers39
    ladyfingers39 Posts: 335
    That is so awesome!! Good for you!!!
  • LisaF1163
    LisaF1163 Posts: 141
    That is fabulous! Congratulations, and thanks for the encouragment!
  • roxerella
    roxerella Posts: 80 Member
    Thank you for sharing your story! I'm in the same boat as you at the minute. I work out 2 hours a day, 5 days a week plus I swim at the weekend, but the scales are not going down! So disheartening, but my body is improving every day. I too am fitting into things that I wore when I was 20lbs lighter than I am now. Now just need the scales to budge! Keep up the good work.
  • flyingwrite
    flyingwrite Posts: 264
    Yes! So right! Thanks for sharing!
  • celticmuse
    celticmuse Posts: 492 Member
    Great story! Congratulations on your NSV! It is good to remember that there is more to fitness than just the numbers on the scale.
  • jgriffin88
    jgriffin88 Posts: 41 Member
    I needed that today! Thanks for the inspiration (as I portion out my healthy snack in 0.5 serving size) and gather the energy to do my strength training tonight!

    Keep up the good work!

    This!!!
  • mississippi_queen
    mississippi_queen Posts: 474 Member
    bump
  • kkbfuller
    kkbfuller Posts: 9
    That is an amazing feeling!!! How wonderful for you, keep it up because you are doing it right girl!!!
  • melhayes1115
    melhayes1115 Posts: 187 Member
    Ijust deided the other day not to pay attention to the scale any more. My goal was to get down to 135 and wear a size 8 comfortably. The past few months I have been bouncing between 141-144, but I can wear a size 6 and I bought a dress that is a size 4! And yes, I can get into it! I probably look better than I did 15 years ago and I know I feel great!
  • finallyFIT_ForMe
    finallyFIT_ForMe Posts: 26
    Very inspirational; thanks for posting.
  • hebenn01
    hebenn01 Posts: 43 Member
    The older I get the less obssessed I am with the # on the scale. I'll buy "larges" and basically whatever fits and looks good! So happy for you and your victory!
  • Missdjslim
    Missdjslim Posts: 19 Member
    I really appreciate your post! I just started on this quest for fitness and altogether healthier lifestyle...and the scale isn't moving downward very fast! I have lost weight, but SLOWLY. But, I can notice a change already in the way I look and feel...I'm gonna keep on keepin' on..and just go for it, regardless!

    all the best in life, love and fitness,
    Donna
  • nas30
    nas30 Posts: 9 Member
    :smile: Thank you for the inspiration.
  • stewsh
    stewsh Posts: 18 Member
    :flowerforyou: thanks, scale obsession is a HUGE hurdle for me.
  • Vanillacoffee54
    Vanillacoffee54 Posts: 12 Member
    That's WONDERFUL!! Very encouraging! Go you!!
  • Sweetncgal78
    Sweetncgal78 Posts: 97 Member
    Bump to read later
  • luvp1nk
    luvp1nk Posts: 24 Member
    Absolutely dead on. My personal goal is a lean and toned 135.
  • sdurrahMpls
    sdurrahMpls Posts: 75 Member
    You're absolutely right! My scale hasn't budged but my clothes are getting bigger by the hour! It feels great, and it's oh so motivating. Especially when that damn scale just makes you want to quit!
  • wcmyers74
    wcmyers74 Posts: 11
    Good advice. It is similar to checking your stock values everyday. Bad idea unless you want to go crazy! The scale is really the last thing we should look at and only once a week at the most.
  • juscallmeb
    juscallmeb Posts: 369 Member
    This is incredible! so glad i read this today.
    thank you for sharing this. Congratulations on your amazing achievements. Keep up your hard work and dedication. People like you help motivate and inspire others to keep going.
    thank you!
    great advice. :)
  • LadyKatieBug
    LadyKatieBug Posts: 178 Member
    I am like the others been obbessed with the scale too. thinking acording to the scale i have 56 pounds to go. I am noticing how my clothes are fitting looser and a few weeks ago I pulled out my favorite bib overalls that I saved for 3 years I felt at some point I would fit into them. then i did a week ago fit into them. my clothes are looser and looser on me.

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