Trying to LOSE again ugh :(

megamoo04
megamoo04 Posts: 269
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This isn't my first time doing this, I thought when I did it the first time I would have stuck with it but of course not I went back to my old ways :(

My first time on here I lost 40lbs, I gained all the back plus MORE :( I feel like kicking myself, I could have been at my goal now or even close to it, but there is no need to dewell on the past I am here to geet my future in order.

I am looking for some motiviating and positive people that help me along my LONG journey!
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  • MegGirl1990
    MegGirl1990 Posts: 21
    Your right, don't dwell in the past. Make today the first day of your journey. You can do it! I wish you luck :)
  • Woodmangler
    Woodmangler Posts: 96 Member
    Onward!

    Can't change what was... :)
  • rst12267
    rst12267 Posts: 85 Member
    Welcome! I think most of us have been there with the yo-yo cycle so don't beat yourself up. What I keep remind myself is that this is a lifelong healthy I'm trying to make, not a short-term until I lose the weight thing. Most people who successfully keep the weight off seem to maintain their healthy habits like exercise and mindful eating etc... I think that is the hardest part. Wish yiu luck!
  • MissGeorgiaPeachy
    MissGeorgiaPeachy Posts: 315 Member
    I just came back a couple of weeks ago too. I fell off my diet and put 10 lbs back on, but I'm really surprised it wasn't more! I'm still trying to find a perfect balance and it's not easy. :(
  • MomGraz
    MomGraz Posts: 23 Member
    I can SO relate to this! How MANY times do I have to keep undoing what I do to myself? Just glad I stopped my unhealthy ways earlier this time.

    As others have said, just focus on what you can do NOW, not what you did THEN. We're all here to support one another! Good luck!
  • megamoo04
    megamoo04 Posts: 269
    THANK YOU EVERYONE! I just need to find a way to keep it more interesting, I do great in the beginning but then I get "bored" with it and go off it big time!!!
  • amburballin
    amburballin Posts: 12 Member
    I can relate! But you can do it, no worries! And I found the key is to keep saying "I can do this" especially if you find yourself in the kitchen. It has been helping me so far! Add me as a friend if you need some inspiration daily!
  • megamoo04
    megamoo04 Posts: 269
    thanks request sent :)
  • tyxiaa
    tyxiaa Posts: 1
    I usually find myself thinking "is eating this worth the negativity I'll put myself through when I've put weight back on at the end of the week?" and it works... most of the time.
  • startime72
    startime72 Posts: 5
    You can do it, Im back again and this time Ive gained more back too, but with support, friends, and a positive attitude, not to mention those really expensive jean I would love to fit back into, you and I can do this together!!
  • rsellersCST
    rsellersCST Posts: 333 Member
    I'm right there with ya girl! WHY did I let myself give up and go back??? Can't think on those things.... can only think about what lies ahead.

    I recently read a quote that really helps me with the daily struggle... "Do something today that your tomorrow self will thank you for."

    I don't know why, but that really struck home because I think of all the times I did stuff that my today self is frustrated about! Now I'm focused on my tomorrow self... heck with the yesterday self!!!

    I'm just starting back too... and yep... more to lose than I did before... ugh!!!

    We can do this though!!!
  • megamoo04
    megamoo04 Posts: 269
    You can do it, Im back again and this time Ive gained more back too, but with support, friends, and a positive attitude, not to mention those really expensive jean I would love to fit back into, you and I can do this together!!


    Thank you, WE CAN DO THIS TOGETHER!
  • mary34reilly
    mary34reilly Posts: 59 Member
    I'm kind of in the same boat....lost and gained, now I'm trying again :) feel free to add me .....always looking for new friends :)
  • Maude_Lewbowski
    Maude_Lewbowski Posts: 395 Member
    UGH!
  • raindance_maggie
    raindance_maggie Posts: 150
    mom to two kids here, random status updates, work at home so my mind is all over the place, but i do kick your butt when you want ;) friend request if youd like and anyone else too. i love new faces :)
  • twilightlvr79
    twilightlvr79 Posts: 130 Member
    I'm new MFP but not new to the weight loss struggle. I have yo-yo'd so many times over the years. I am always looking for new friends to help me out along the way that I can in turn be a part of their support system when they need it so feel free to add me as a friend.
  • LeanMeanJeanne
    LeanMeanJeanne Posts: 44 Member
    I'm right there with you..... 40lbs down a few years back and a few have crept back on. I'm tired of the yo-yo cycle and looking to kick my battle with the bulge for good! Best of luck to you all!
  • lyndyb88
    lyndyb88 Posts: 123 Member
    i did exactly the same thing...got down 40 pounds and then for some reason quit trying...gained back 30 of the 40...back down 10 of it...you can do this!! now every time I feel like giving up I remind myself that if i hate starting over so much then i need to quit giving up :)
  • Lizajane42
    Lizajane42 Posts: 133 Member
    Again has been my mantra for several years- trying to break that this year!
  • rbrannock
    rbrannock Posts: 169
    BUT...you are back now, and that's all that matters. Good luck, you CAN do this!!!
  • shoesalwaysfit
    shoesalwaysfit Posts: 48 Member
    I did the same thing - lost 10 + pounds and gained it all back. I think we forget how hard we worked to get it off and lose track of our eating again. I am finding that logging everything I eat - even if I don't want to see it on there, helps a lot. Feel free to add me as well.
  • Doreen9686
    Doreen9686 Posts: 62
    Feel free to add me as a friend, we all need all the help and encouragement we can get! I'm new on here (1 month) and still learning the ropes.:happy:
  • LexxySixx
    LexxySixx Posts: 16
    Dont be disheartened :( You did it once...you can certainly do it again :) keep your chin up :) x
  • Anola13
    Anola13 Posts: 36 Member
    I'm in the same current situation right now...I understand. You can do this because you want to do this! Feel free to add me for support :)
  • robinregina
    robinregina Posts: 131 Member
    sorry about you setback, but i'm sure this time you will succeed. just believe in yourself and your family and there is nothing you can't accomplish. good luck and may God bless!!!!!


    from Robin
  • ignatiusreilly
    ignatiusreilly Posts: 411 Member
    Well, you are here with thousands of other people who have been in the same boat many times. Focus, utilize the great MFP tools and friend support, and make this one last!
  • carmel_whitworth
    carmel_whitworth Posts: 3
    I lost 30 pounds, then gained it back over three years.

    So I joined this site. LOL.
  • HartJames
    HartJames Posts: 789 Member
    Same thing here! I lost over 100 pounds and gained some back :( What went wrong was losing too fast by restricting my cals to 1250 and exercising my *kitten* off but never upping the cals to compensate. I wouldn't believe the whole eat more philosophy. This time around, eating back cals, lifting weights more and differently and keeping my body happy by eating enough plus not over-restricting myself.

    I fully expect to lose weight and get strong, just keep plugging along....
  • Pedalpush
    Pedalpush Posts: 246 Member
    Accountability is key. That's why I feel like MFP is going to be IT for me! If i know that someone is watching, I will make appropriate choices. If I feel that someone will benefit from the example I set, I will do my best to help them while helping myself. I'm here to provide a pat on the back or a kick in the a** - whatever you need!:smile:
  • amyford25
    amyford25 Posts: 85 Member
    Like a lot of people, I'm right there with you! Now I've quit smoking and I'm determined to turn my life around and get healthy!!! Please send me a request as I don't have any friends on here yet, maybe we can motivate each other!! :)

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