TeenageMutantNinjaMike Member

What are friends? :/

What a cool intro to a group. I had to drop and say hi. I did really good, dropped 20+, somehow it all came back. I shouldn't say somehow as I know what happened, but I don't like that it did. I am back on track again and working to improve me.

I have had emotional breaks around weight loss. I was playing Wii Fit U with my family all there and they saw what the scale said and I was really uncomfortable about it. I went to the garage and cried alone. I knew I was big, but not that big. A month or so later, my son told me he didn't think I was fat when I said I…

My advice - don't worry about the milestone. Just focus on maintaining and then gradually move further. Look at your current habits and triggers. I keep a log of what goes well and what throws me off the rails. I have found this to be the most helpful for me to keep on track.

My GW isn't anywhere near yours, but I am trying to get rid of my excess all the same. So far so good on me logging, so if you want someone to like your posts and encourage you, feel free to add me.

I hear you - it would be so much nicer to see things melting off faster. Just remember everyone is different. MFP told me to stick to 1800 calories per day. I went to my doctor and did a test to measure my resting calorie burn per day and it was 1800 calories. My doctor put me down to a 1500 calorie diet with 2250 calories…

Gotta add you, about the same age, same goals, just one kiddo (kindergarten). I have found success by just taking little steps, and of course paying attention to what one should be doing instead of doing whatever feels right.

Up to 3 - what's not to like. :smiley:

And 2 new friends right off the bat. Two steps closer to total world domination!

Hells yeah I have - I love those things. I almost always have two. I will have one, then enjoy a lot of water and slowly enjoy a second pack. They don't cure my hunger, but they do satisfy my cravings. I've moved onto the Belvita(sp) bites - the chocolate ones are really good and very filling. I will have a bag at work for…

Not in derby but have a lot of respect for those that can do that. It's fun to watch and I take my kiddo from time to time. Gotta support our local team. :)

Is it because your milkshake brings all the boys to the yard?

I need in on something like this - my biggest problem is lack of folks in my corner cheering me on with this.

You got to hide your love away - Elvis Costello

Awesome, I'll join. I know I won't lose it all via Wii Fit but I have a lot of fun with my son playing the games and I can always use more motivation. :)

Why not, everyone can use another friend.

I agree on the personal satisfaction, but a little pat on the back never hurts either. I have been trying to come up with a good goal for myself but nothing really appeals. I think this is where I crave help from others, maybe their praise should be a good enough goal / reward.

very clever- i like this

I have the same problem, if you need someone to message you daily to keep you on task, just add me. I need the same thing.

I know the feeling - motivation and accountability are what I seem to be lacking. I need to be pushed, but at least right now I feel pushed in the right direction. :)

I hear you and I have struggled on this front too. My advice is to just cut back a little bit, then a little more. I actually buy soda in bulk so I only have a certain number for the week and if I run out, then I know I am stuck. This has helped me portion them out. Anyone who says "just don't do it" is a fool. No one…

You shouldn't say only 5.9, that's great. Celebrate it! Good luck. :)

I travel a lot, so it depends on the week (this week Canada!) :smile:

I travel a lot, so it depends on the week (this week Canada!) :smile:

This was me too. I was looking at way too much sugar (3 20 oz sodas a day will do that). I cut back to just one and it is hard at times, but I know it's more of a requirement than an option.

The only time I remember losing a significant amount of weight was when spite was my motivation. I worked with a girl whom had rejected me long before we ever worked at the same place. I committed to losing a bunch of weight so I could walk by and her co-workers would think I looked good. It was too bad she moved onto a…

Awesome, thanks. Stomach is the issue and getting into some of this cardio it does hurt. I just don't want to let the pain stop me from keeping going.

You're right, this isn't easy. I know I need the motivation and accountability myself, but I also want to provide that for other people too.

Good luck, I fear that same thing. My doc says I'm not close, but I am so afraid of getting there. If you need any help or motivation don't hesitate to let me know.

Nice - good thinking. Best part is there's no large investment in one of those.