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Thank you for the perspective. Sometimes I forget that it doesn't matter how long it takes - why should it? And the most sustainable way is just to do it slowly.

I got through a whole weekend without exceeding my calories budget! Also, it's an NSV even though it's just by chance - all my nice carefully-chosen outerwear from the past few years still fits well enough to wear. I caught my gain before I couldn't fit into it for the chilly Canadian fall/winter.

I second Nooshi's advice! So for me, I tend to plan my breakfast and lunch as individual meals on my terms, and that leaves me to enjoy a portion-controlled version of whatever is for supper (often my husband is the cook). If it is something that doesn't meet my needs (like pasta), I'll make a big salad for the family and…

You are a human being going through some extraordinary circumstances. If you had a meltdown and ate some mini-donuts, well, so be it. It's just a blip in the bigger picture. I have definitely had those freak-out points during my weight-loss efforts. I've had them and then still lost weight, I've had them and stayed the…

Two different answers depending on the circumstances: If I am having Christmas Dinner with my greater family, then I'm all in for a traditional turkey dinner. Roast turkey, stuffing, mashed potato, string beans, cranberry. Gingerbread with whipped cream for dessert. If alone, an opulent charcuterie would be my preference.…

I will run faster if there is less of me to propel.

When I lose the first 10 lbs, I'm going to buy myself a new pair of jeans. Then, 10lbs after that (so 20 total lbs), I have a whole beautiful wardrobe packed away in a bag that will fit me perfectly again. That'll be such a treat. I will probably replace a large portion of my active wear at that point since the stuff I'm…

But also, I want my sports bras to fit properly again. That's my nearest little goal.

My weigh-in is Friday morning. I am just looking to see some loss over last week. It might only be 0.4lbs. But I just need "proof of concept" for right now. I've done this before and know how, but this is the first week of this round for me.

It's only 11:30am, but so far, I sat down first thing this morning and tracked everything up to supper (my husband cooks and not sure what is on his meal plan today, but I know I can make it work because I've tracked everything up to that point). Jumping back into tracking for weight loss, so this is a big mental victory.

I lost 46lbs and then fell off the wagon last year. I did well maintaining for a while because I was active, but had a string of illnesses and injuries which slowed me way down, and since I was eating like a *kitten*, it all led to me gaining back 20 lbs. So, like you, I'm back at it and losing the weight again. Good luck!…

You guys have got this! Especially if you're doing it together!

I turned off my smartphone's data and wifi this week. I toggle it back on a few times a day to log activity/food, check my bank account, email, whatever, but largely the purpose was to detox myself from constant social media. I've gone from spending hours daily on social media, to maybe 1 hour total in 6 days. I'm choosing…

Today I've logged in for 45 straight days, weighed in at least once a week, and in that time I lost 0.8lbs (better than a gain!). I've tracked my food completely a majority of days, and have exercised 4-5 days each week. My biggest NSV right now is that I have evaluated the data over the past 45 days, and today I made a…

Wow, it sounds like you've been through a lot. Take care, and take your time! Start slow both with the solid food, and exercise. You don't want to burn out. Wishing you well!

I exercise wherever I can carve out the time. Sometimes I run at the indoor track across the street from my office. Sometimes in the neighbourhood around my office or around my home. Sometimes I work out with videos in my basement. Sometimes I go to the gym. I have no real preference - I just go where and when I can make…

Enjoying the process is half the battle, I think. I tried C25k probably 5 times before it finally stuck back in 2018. I'm still running in 2020. Here's some of what worked for me, but of course take what works and leave the rest. - Your running intervals do not have to be sprints, or fast. They can be essentially…

Another strategy I use is to treat myself like I am the child being cared for. My kids would eat fries and mac n cheese all the time if I let them, but it's my job to make them nutritious meals to fuel their growth and development. It's my job to make myself nutritious meals to fuel my growth and development, too ;). ETA:…

Don't get mad - do it out of love and respect for yourself. Eat nutritiously to fuel your beautiful body which deserves to run like a well-oiled engine. Eat nutritiously to boost your energy. Eat nutritiously to help you cope with the demands of being a parent to a tiny human who is very dependent on you to meet their…

herbal tea, oatmeal, hemp hearts, tampons, and cadbury mini-eggs.

Various soups (my favourite is a spicy lentil soup with kale) Chili Rice bowls with broccoli, chicken or tofu, bean sprouts, peas, whatever other veg.

My muscle definition is becoming visible in my legs again. Getting my runner's legs back. Plus, my shoulders are becoming more square again thanks to some presses and push ups.

It depends on what kind of sickness it is. It's not a one-size-fits-all proclamation. Fever? Definitely don't work out. Rest. Respiratory symptoms? Try if you feel up to it and adjust your effort based on your respiratory response. Mild cold? You might feel up to something gentle but you're still probably better off not…

I'm obsessed with my new coat. I bought it to replace one that was worn out and filled an essential function (waterproof, still warm at temps around freezing) and it's way way way better. How can it be so warm and feather light? Anyway bless this thread for giving my stupid thoughts a place to reside.

I absolutely love when this happens!!

Today all I have planned is a walk (yesterday was a run; tomorrow is strength). I feel like I will benefit from some stretchy yoga later so I'll probably do that for the sheer enjoyment of it all. Last week I exercised 6 out of 7 days (2 of those were more active rest - walking and/or yoga). I'm feeling proud of that.

The Swiss Alps.

I'm with the others here - Leave your phone elsewhere in the house. Get a different alarm clock. Don't pick up the phone 'til you're walking out the door for that run. That said, for me, running at 5 in the morning is never going to be the solution I need. Have you looked at other solutions? Lunch hour runs (go in early,…

It really depends on the day for me. Some cycles I will switch a scheduled workout and rest day around so that the rest day takes care of that one really sluggish, dizzy, fatigued day I always have. Sometimes I will downgrade the intensity like you were talking about. Sometimes I will push through. My heart rate and how it…

I stumble to the bathroom, use it, then weigh myself.