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When I started here, I was 226 lbs. I started dieting and exercising, and did not see any changes right away -- but I kept it up and slowly started to lose weight. Sometimes, though, I would slip up (not make time to exercise, eat too much during the holidays) and gain a few pounds. But then I went back to exercising and…

It took me a year to lose 40 lbs. (June 2013 to June 2014). But, because of the way I did it -- slow and steady, gradually changing my eating habits and getting into the habit of exercising -- I've kept the weight off and I know I will continue to keep the weight off! I also feel much, much healthier than I did at the…

I've struggled with fibro for a few years, but it was not until I got active and started to lose weight that I saw an improvement in my fibro symptoms. I'm actually doing much better now that I am completely off meds and have lost 40 lbs over the past 12 months. It's a long journey -- sometimes a hard one -- and sometimes…

I would suggest aiming for 1-1.5 lbs loss per week (roughly 0.5 kg??) if you want to take it off and *keep* it off. So, yes, it will take a while to lose that weight (if you're doing it in a healthy manner). And I know that's frustrating. But, by going the slow and steady approach over a longer period of time, you'll also…

Haven't seen this suggest yet -- have you been to your doctor recently for a check-up? It's possible that an underlying medical condition or medications you're taking are making it difficult to lose weight.

Generally 1-2 times per week, because I *don't* want to see the daily fluctuation.

My suggestion, if you haven't done so already, is to spend some time looking up how many calories are in biscuits, bagels, cake, cookies, etc .... I find it easier to resist food when I think about how many calories are in it and what eating it will "cost" me. Edit: I have the same problem -- it's not easy to pass up free…

Agreed. Sounds like he's setting you up for failure. That is a HUGE amount he wants to lose, and even with steady weight loss (at a healthy rate), would probably take a couple years to achieve. Sounds like he's looking for a way out so it's "your fault" instead of his for calling things off. And even if you go through with…

Also, I would suggest -- Start recording them with you phone EVERY TIME they start this. When they start, whip out your phone and tell them that you are recording them so you will have evidence of every thing they say, word for word. If they KNOW that you are documenting everything they say and do, they will probably leave…

I bet your school has a code of conduct that forbids this. And using your school email to harass you is probably violating the school's IT policies, too. Document everything they say, keep every awful thing they send you—then take all your records of this bullying/harassment to your school's office of judicial affairs (or…

Have you tried drinking water? Your problem might be that you're dehydrated, rather than hungry. Try that and wait a little bit -- and then if you still want that cookie, have *one.*

You may also be building muscle, which would make up for any weight from fat lost. You may want to measure waist and other body parts to see if you're shrinking there. And yes, it takes time. I find if I weigh myself more than twice a week, it drives me a little crazy, because what I end up fixating on is the daily…

Your weight can fluctuate 1-2 lbs during the day, as you take food in, use the restroom, sweat, etc. So your weight can definitely be under your "baseline" weight. This is why it's recommended that you weigh yourself at the same time each day -- that will give you the best idea of how much weight you're really losing or…

why are you with partner if he is undermining your diet? Sounds like time for a serious heart-to-heart with him. I agree with mccindy72: "It's important to let each other know how you feel about how you are treating each other. If he is ordering takeout and not listening to you, it's time to sit down face to face and dig…

Forcing myself to post every single "BLT" is a significant reason why I'm losing weight, because these BLTs really add up! At the very least, I'll guestimate the calories and do the quick add feature.

Way to not give up! Personally, I find that having someone to hold me accountable helps -- I def. agree that having friends on MFP is a big help. Feel free to add me! I also find that weighing myself too often drives me crazy -- my weight is going to fluctuate up and down from day to day. I find if I only weigh myself once…

I sent you a request, too.