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My husband bought me a pair of pants two Christmases ago. At the time it was a few sizes to small, but I kept them as a goal, since I do like the style. A month ago (maybe 20lbs into my recent weight loss), I pulled them out and was able to get them on and buttoned, but were still too tight to wear for work. Belt that came…

Agree with others that there is no need to share a specific goal weight with others. Also think it's very reasonable to say some version of "My goal is to get to a healthy weight, that I can maintain." You can define healthy by BMI, or by what feels healthy to you. Absolutely set mini goals along the way and celebrate…

My thigh goals: I want thighs that are strong enough to perform the functions that I want them to do, including lifting heavy things, and carrying my body where I want it to go, at whatever speed I want to get there. Beyond that, what's the point? I did take measurements of other body parts (to measure overall progress),…

Success! After 5 days of work travel and lots of restaurant meals, I'm 199.1. I will not be obese in 2018.

Agree with all of the above, but would add that I absolutely do track more intense yardwork (e.g. manual mower), and would agree with your grandfather. I view that very differently than playing music. It's about intensity of the exercise for me. How do you FEEL after playing Rock Band for an hour? Do you feel like you've…

So, let me preface this by saying I've been privileged enough to grow up without experiencing true hunger or prolonged food insecurity. That said, because of my unhealthy relationship with food, I used to feel a significant amount of food insecurity, most notably when traveling for work. I would pack SO many extra snacks,…

Update: I finished the squats chapter of Starting Strength, and have been practicing form with bodyweight squats this week (10 x 5 per day). Today I progressed to using the 30lb "long dumbbell." Won't do that again. Could easily overhead press to get in position, but after my set, it was much harder to safely get out of…

Goal set 10/22/17: Bam! 199.7 this morning. Wasn't expecting this for a few more days (and will feel more real when my trend weight makes it under 200, too), but this was pretty freaking awesome. Next mini goals: -Make it through a week of work travel without gaining. -197 makes me no longer obese. I'm coming for you!

Remeron is often prescribed explicitly as an appetite stimulant for people who are losing weight (unintentionally). Might want to discuss other alternatives with your doctor.

Another question: Any reason not to start by squatting with these "long dumbells"? I get that at higher weights, the rack is needed to safely get in and out of position, but if I'm starting at low weights to practice form, any reason not to use these? (I ask more because of availability. Racks are more often in use. )

Totally not necessary! I'm enjoying the additional questions and comments that have come off of my original question! Glad it was helpful for you, too!

Thank you all! I had originally planned to wait until I'm a little closer to goal weight to start on a real free weight lifting program (sw 225 cw 201 gw 165, 5'8"), but I am feeling like I'm ready to jump in now. Will get Starting Strength - have seen lots of recommendations for it.

I've become a dedicated gym-goer over the past three months or so, doing a variety of cardio and weight machines. Yesterday I picked up a barbell for the first time. Won't be the last! I also did 180lbs 3x8 on the leg press machine. Current weight is 201, and really looking forward to pressing my bodyweight. Then plan to…

Trending apps like Libra or Happy weight can help you see your weight trend without as much impact from daily fluctuations that are normal.

I find this to be individualized. For me eating smaller meals more often is a recipe for either hunger or overeating. For me, I'm not really hungry in the morning until I start eating. If a have a reasonable breakfast (e.g. eggs and toast, 300 calories), I'm hungry a few hours later and want a mid morning snack. If I just…

I'm aiming for the same thing! Was previously hoping for Onederland by the end of the year, but I'm 201.7 this morning, so will definitely hit that soon. 197 makes me overweight, no longer obese. Don't get me wrong, there will be huge celebrations at both of these milestones. Started at 225 in August. Good luck!

One of my rewards upon reaching a milestone or mini goal is coming back here to the mini goal thread and updating it. My current mini goal is Onederland, and I'm 3 lbs away. You bet when I hit 199, I'll be back to say woo hoo and to set a new goal. (I consider this a reward in that it is something that motivates new and I…

Keep in mind also that your 15 lb loss was not all fat loss. There is often some normal amount of water weight loss at the beginning, then you had some amount of fat loss, and then additional unhealthy water weight loss resulting in your dehydration. For your health, you want to regain the water weight loss that resulted…

Why? Exercising can have very beneficial effects on mental health and resilience, but medication has an important role, too. Failing to acknowledge that perpetuates the stigma that prevents many people from getting the treatment they desperately need. I'm happy you found something that works for you, truly.

I get it. I've been there. Sorry the responses you've gotten so far haven't validated your struggle, but you're definitely not alone in this. There has been research done that shows willpower is a finite resource that we use up during the day. It is objectively easier to follow your plan early in the day than in the…

Different macros seem to work for different people. Some stay full longer when they eat protein with each meal. Others need to make sure they get some fat. Water definitely helps. Fiber and/or volume eating works for others. I realized that I don't feel hungry in the morning, so I've stopped eating breakfast, which gives…

For the first time EVER, I got a burrito bowl for dinner and didn't finish the entire thing. I prelogged, and it fit my calories for the day, but I got full before I finished and was able to actually listen to my body and stop eating. For a gal who grew up in a "clean your plate" home, and never got over this mindset, this…

Was just checking to make sure FitnessBlender had been mentioned! Great variety, free, and helpful filters and searches.

Advice courtesy of Finding Nemo: "Just keep swimming!" Seriously though, great advice above.

My dog is old and small. Even on walks if we go too far, she just sits down on the sidewalk. I've had to carry her home the few times I took her too far. Now we have a treadmill and everyone is happy!

I'm clearly enough of a beginner to not understand this. Can someone please explain? Thanks! :smiley:

Intermittent fasting was great for me on vacation. Skipped breakfast and mindless eating, and instead focused on eating one great meal each night with friends at a restaurant. Didn't feel restricted because I was still eating the calories I needed, and got to look forward to enjoying the local treats. There is also…

I don't routinely IF, but found it to be really helpful on a recent vacation. I ate one large meal at a restaurant each evening and otherwise just coffee in the morning. Didn't feel overly hungry, and felt no guilt over wonderful meals each night. Actually lost weight while thoroughly enjoying myself in New Orleans!

Start 2018 in Onederland. SW 225, CW 211. Libra says I'm on track for mid December. I'm trying not to look too far ahead, but rather focus on making choices each day that get me closer to my goals.

2 things I haven't seen mentioned yet: 1. For me, smells are triggering. If I'm standing in line waiting, smelling fries, I'm definitely getting the burger and fries. If my goal is to get the burger and salad, drive thru might be more successful. 2. I have more willpower to make good decisions earlier in the day. More…