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154. That's when my BMI is "normal." After that, I'll go from there...
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I think it's 15 oz
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I'm 5'6". My goal is 154 -- just enough to get my BMI "normal." Then I'll go from there...
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Trying to eat mostly hot things. Hot things (temperature and/or spiciness) make me feel like I'm eating something much richer than it is. So for vegetables I'll stir fry them in just some herbs and non-stick spray and they taste much more "umami" than just a salad. Lots of vege-based soups.
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I set my goal weight as the highest weight BMI says is in the "healthy" range. If I can get "healthy" then I'll work on going further.
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My partner trouble is kind of the opposite. My husband has always been 5'8", 165 lbs. Runs 4-5 miles every single day, is in perfect shape, etc. I, on the other hand, well, I'm on MFP for a reason. Every time I tell him I'm trying to "get healthy" (my code for lose weight), he starts feeling bad, like he's making me do it…
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I don't want to get any weight-related illnesses, like diabetes, etc. Also, there's this pair of pants I wore 10 years ago when I met my husband that I'd die to fit into. He's always stayed the same weight -- 165 lbs -- while over the course of the last 10 years I've gained 50 or more. Also, I'd just like to feel more…
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Sending motivational thoughts your way! That's been an all too common story for me. 10 pounds gone and one compliment from someone at work? Then I deserve a reward of cake! Just remember how many more compliments you'll get losing the rest of the weight. It might help to try to shake up your routine for the summer.
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Oh my. So many reasons for me. Not in any particular order, just what has come to me: 1. At 30 years old, I should be able to move around better than I do (i.e. climbing stairs) and my back shouldn't hurt like it does 2. I have two wardrobes -- one of suits for work -- and they're all getting tight. I can't, and don't…
