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Ok, how 'bout this: you have lost weight in other places, but your stomach is stubbornly holding on the fat (for now). So. Your stomach is not getting bigger. As the fat in other parts of your body recedes, your stomach APPEARS to be getting larger. It isn't. Eventually, your stomach will recede and your body will be in…

I'll fess up. I indulged on potato chips at the bar on a recent cruise. Afterwards, I swear I could FEEL the fat from these chips inside my cheeks. It was like a chip hangover. I went beyond the mere instant gratification from having a few chips to well, almost overdosing. My logical, rational brain took a nap and my…

You identified an obstacle and overcame it. Well done.

Eat lightly during the day. Take a reasonable portion, eat sloooowly. Maybe there will be salad with dressing on the side. Or steamed veggies. Make lots of conversation and enjoy yourself. Dinner with friends is part of life. It won't derail you.

What matters is how important it is to you, not to me. Personally, I find having a few friends is pleasant and adds to mfp experience. However, what I do (or don't do) in regards to food and exercise is not impacted in any way. Some people seem to "collect" friends like collecting followers in twitter -- and the…

Planning and organization. Start with calculating your BMR and TDEE, explained in this thread: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/931670-bmr-and-tdee-explained-for-those-needing-a-guide Clean out your pantry. Maintain a list of staples for both you and your family. My list (for just hubby and me) includes: fresh fruit…

This thread on the identical topic from 2013 was recently resurrected. Probably you'll get very similar responses. http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1128959-lost-another-streak-incredibly-frustrated

I'm not motivated to go to the gym today. I'm going anyway. I'm committed to maintain my new healthy habits the same way I was committed to success in graduate school. Can't afford to wait for motivation, inspiration, "likes" or "rah rah's". I simply have business to attend to. Then I go have fun.

No. No. No. Do you really expect him to slap his forehead and say "OMG, I just thought all my clothes were shrinking!" He KNOWS he is gaining weight again -- just like everyone on this site (unless they are willfully ignorant) KNOWS when they are gaining weight. He either will, or will not, get back on track. Not your…

Yup. Times two.

Have a conversation (not a "confrontation"). Be honest and frank. Ask about her distancing herself from you. Find out the problem. You can't repair a rift in a relationship without knowing what caused the rift. It could be that she has moved on to other friends. It happens. People come into and out of our lives (yes, even…

And you did it without apple cider vinegar or bee pollen! Seriously, I am so happy for you that you are turning your life around. You are the role model for true success in life.

Wait, wait, wait. I thought apple cider vinegar was the magic potion for losing weight. Now you tell me it's bee pollen. Next some crackpot will say that restricting calories but meeting all nutrient needs while exercising will result in losing weight. Oh wait, that's what I'm doing -- and it works! Flowers need the bee…

I don't care what it's called - but I have dumped old habits that were counterproductive and adopted new habits that make my life better. Habits dumped: self-indulgent eating negative thinking about my body undisciplined snacking and eating when not hungry being lazy about physical activity being deliberately ignorant…

How do people quit smoking, or quit drinking? Same principle applies. Like changing any other bad habit: quit, then struggle for a few days or a few weeks. The craving will subside. But you have to be willing to endure the craving for a while. You only quit a bad habit once, otherwise you're just playing games with…

Even people we love (moms) can say very destructive, hurtful things. Wouldn't it have wonderful if your mom had said something like, "Sweetheart, don't ever get to be my size. Do your exercises and eat healthy, don't make the mistakes I did." Bummer that your mom wasn't up to that. On some weird level, predicting an…

I want to be "not-fat" more than I want to be fat and I am determined to do whatever it takes to be "not-fat." The benefits of being fat include eating indulgently and experiencing the instant gratification of that extra helping of lasagna. OTOH, the benefits of consistently working towards "not-fat" are becoming more…

Amazing! This OP should be required reading for weight loss 101. The part about giving up excuses is so very insightful, thoughtful, blunt, realistic, genuine and all the other positive adjectives I can think of. Thank you for this deeply honest post.

Practice Your photo needs to be loaded on another site and then just use img tags around the link. For instance: [ img ] http://www.somesite.com/photo1.jpg [ /img ] You put [ img ] before the link and [ /img ] after the link. Note: I put spaces between the brackets and img tags so they would show up. When you actually post…

This is a great post. The only concept that I (in my personal opinion) take issue with is the "love yourself" mantra. Who really loves themselves? Sounds like narcissism. Try this concept instead: self-respect. Respect who you are as a person in this world. Self-respect is earned. Earned by being someone of value to other…

I was surprised that you are an adult of 31. My guess from reading your post was that you were a teenager. Time to call the meeting to order and act like a responsible adult with your family. Do not allow them to derail your progress.

Just recently there have been several threads from women over 60 wondering if is "too late." Here is a repeat of my response to that question: "No, it isn't too late. One of the many inspirational success stories on mfp is that of Hanfordrose. She is in her late 60's and changed her life from being morbidly obese, confined…

I"m going to repeat a response I made to a similar post: No, it isn't too late. One of the many inspirational success stories on mfp is that of Hanfordrose. She is in her late 60's and changed her life from being morbidly obese, confined to a wheelchair with damaged knees to taking her life back and achieving a normal…

This morning on my way out of the gym I walked behind a woman who looked to be into her 70's, weighed I'd guess around 300 lbs, and used a walker. She was wearing her gym shoes. Anyone who thought less of her for being there, I'd give a figurative smack across the head. (NCIS style.) Jerks and narcissists are everywhere,…

Another day, another study. How did anyone EVER lose weight before all these studies? Maybe they just burned more calories than they consumed, all while getting all the nutrients their body needs. What a concept.

I don't care what "authorities" say, what "studies" show, or what the Farmer's Almanac says, I eat breakfast every day. Reason: I'm hungry. It's been 12-14 hours since my body has had nourishment. Typically at home I have oatmeal, fresh fruit and coffee. About 10:30 (after workout at the gym) I have a protein bar.

No, it isn't too late. One of the many inspirational success stories on mfp is that of Hanfordrose. She is in her late 60's and changed her life from being morbidly obese, confined to a wheelchair with damaged knees to taking her life back and achieving a normal weight and movement. Comb the success stories and bookmark…

I rejoiced when a Costco polish dog tasted greasy and disgusting. Your palate is no longer being overwhelmed by fat and salt. Now you can begin to savor farm- or sea-to-table fresh food, properly seasoned. It's the new yum.

[/quote] and sacrificing a goat. [/quote] So that's where my goat went.....did you at least make goat burgers?

Welcome to your new normal. It just takes time to wrap your brain around the smaller you. Now go do something fun that you never have done at your max weight - like zip lining or bungee jumping or roller skating.