Lost one pound from last month

[debodun]

Weight loss is starting to plateau - only one pound in the last month. I expected that, though, as my activity level decreases in fall and winter (but my appetite doesn't).

 

[Aunt Marg]

Like yourself, Deb, activity lessons over the course of winter, with my appetite ballooning!

Thicker, richer, heavier meals that stick to ones ribs are my favourite thing from fall to spring.

 

[win231]

Weight loss tip:
Before eating a cookie, break it into small pieces. That releases the calories so they can float up into the atmosphere.

 

[debodun]

They only float up into my mouth.

 

[911]

Stop snacking.

 

[debodun]

Tough to do when I have a ravenous appetite and for the wrong things. Although I am 22 pound less that one year ago, to reach my
"ideal" weight, I'd have to lose about 70 more pounds.

 

[Chet]

That graph really helps. I kept one when I lost 47 pounds in 3 moths back in the day. Quit smoking, lost weight and got an education.

 

[Don M.]

Losing/maintaining weight is largely a matter of "will power" for most people. There is No magic bullet, or pill.

 

[Autumn]

Looking at your chart, my first comment is, WOW!! You've done so well! Plateaus happen in long-term weight loss journeys, but my experience has been that if you stick to your plan, you eventually start to lose again. I was going to say, Good luck! But I know that luck has nothing to do with it, it's accomplished by hard work and determination. So...good for you and keepit up!!

 

[Ken N Tx]

Weight loss tip:
Before eating a cookie, break it into small pieces. That releases the calories so they can float up into the atmosphere.

 

[Aneeda72]

Losing/maintaining weight is largely a matter of "will power" for most people. There is No magic bullet, or pill.

Yes and where I have no will, there is no power.

 

[debodun]

Looking at your chart, my first comment is, WOW!! You've done so well!

I attribute that weight loss to a busy summer with clean-up projects around the house. More physical activity than usual added to the COVID generated food shortages.

 

[Ronni]

I don't see a plateau. A slow possibly, because that last week on the graph has less of a slant than previous weeks.

One thing I learned as my weight loss journey progressed (not as much of a journey as yours....I was 40 pounds overweight) was that as my progress slowed it became necessary to change my approach. A heavier body, at rest, consumes more calories than a lighter body. As my body lost its weight, it required less calories to function, but if I was consuming the same amount of calories, it made sense that the weight loss would slow.

I dropped my calorie intake 3 times over the course of a year and a half in order to get past the plateaus. I lost 30 of that 40 pounds, and then when the weight loss leveled out again, I decided that I was done because dropping my calorie intake further felt like it wouldn't be healthy. I felt better, my knees no longer hurt, I wasn't getting winded going up a flight of stairs and my cholesterol had lowered. I've continued to remain vigilant, and I tweak my diet any time I gain more than the +/- 3 lbs of wiggle room I allow myself.

 

[Remy]

Tough to do when I have a ravenous appetite and for the wrong things. Although I am 22 pound less that one year ago, to reach my
"ideal" weight, I'd have to lose about 70 more pounds.

Congratulations on the 22 pounds. It matters. Winter can be hard. I use my oven in the winter and too many calorie items can go in the oven like pizza. Plus I was doing smoothies in the summer but made one from frozen berries after it got cold and it wasn't as good as when it's hot. Cooked the rest of the berries (I bought and froze myself) and put them on oatmeal. Very good.

 

[Nathan]

Weight loss is just this: taking in less calories than you burn. A former co-worker who was an RN used to tell me: "portion control". Less pie in the pie-hole, basically. Exercise is certainly important, I see young folks(under 50) thinking they can "burn off" the extra calories they've stuffed in their mouths. Maybe to a small degree, but it's best to keep those calories out, to begin with.

I know those winter cravings as well, it's a challenge for sure. Drink a glass of water first, if you think you're about to yield-to-temptation.
***Important***
Two reasons to eat more lean protein:
1. You're older, protein for muscle is essential.
2. Eating protein is satisfying, and helps curb those junky carb laden snacks you have in the cupboard.

Good luck, make sure your goals are modest, more likely to become a good habit if you're not torturing yourself.

 

[Lizzie00]

Less pie in the pie-hole, basically.

Well said! lol lol lol

 

[win231]

Years ago, I remember getting on one of those talking scales at the beach.
Instead of saying my weight, it said, "One at a time, please."

 

[Ruthanne]

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I can relate very strongly!

 

[Ruthanne]

Years ago, I remember getting on one of those talking scales at the beach.
Instead of saying my weight, it said, "One at a time, please."

That's the point I am getting to also. I am going to be setting some new goals to lose some again.

 

[Ruthanne]

Weight loss is just this: taking in less calories than you burn. A former co-worker who was an RN used to tell me: "portion control". Less pie in the pie-hole, basically. Exercise is certainly important, I see young folks(under 50) thinking they can "burn off" the extra calories they've stuffed in their mouths. Maybe to a small degree, but it's best to keep those calories out, to begin with.

I know those winter cravings as well, it's a challenge for sure. Drink a glass of water first, if you think you're about to yield-to-temptation.
***Important***
Two reasons to eat more lean protein:
1. You're older, protein for muscle is essential.
2. Eating protein is satisfying, and helps curb those junky carb laden snacks you have in the cupboard.

Good luck, make sure your goals are modest, more likely to become a good habit if you're not torturing yourself.

Very good advice there Nathan.

 

[Ruthanne]

Stop snacking.

Tell me about it. I love my snacks and have to have something crunchy to satisfy me so I am converting to celery and it's actually pretty good and good for a person. It is also good for eliminating water from the system.

 

[Waleed]

Tell me about it. I love my snacks and have to have something crunchy to satisfy me so I am converting to celery and it's actually pretty good and good for a person. It is also good for eliminating water from the system.

Tell me about it. I love my snacks and have to have something crunchy to satisfy me so I am converting to celery and it's actually pretty good and good for a person. It is also good for eliminating water from the system.

Tell me about it. I love my snacks and have to have something crunchy to satisfy me so I am converting to celery and it's actually pretty good and good for a person. It is also good for eliminating water from the system.

 

[Ken N Tx]

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[J.B Books]

There's a new diet Fad out there.

It's called "move more. Eat less"

 

[Aunt Bea]

There's a new diet Fad out there.

It's called "move more. Eat less"