Just hopped on the “Lose It!” app train and I’m so mad I didn’t change tracking apps sooner. It’s amazing!

I decided a few days ago to really commit to a lifestyle change in order to finally succeed in my weight loss goals. Part of that decision was looking at all the tools I was using an identifying things that weren’t working for me.

I know from experience that when I track consistently, I lose weight consistently. But my old tracking app (lifesum) wasn’t cutting it anymore. I wasn’t consistently logging, and finding the right foods/making recipes was clunky and time consuming. I always see posts on here of people using Lose It! so I figured it was worth looking into. I was really curious about Lose It’s pattern and insight features too.

Well I’m an idiot for waiting so long I make the switch. This app is literally everything I ever wanted in a tracker. Glad I finally came around to it. Better late than never!

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How to celebrate without eating?

Hello everyone, I am not sure if this belongs on r/loseit or r/fatlogic, but either way, I recently realized that I have no idea how to celebrate without eating. Here comes the humble brag, so I apologize in advance, but I have had a very good couple weeks. I received a promotion, was accepted into a graduate program, my birthday is coming up, and today I just hit a major weight loss milestone. And I have no idea how to celebrate any of it.

For my entire life, my default way of celebrating has been to stuff my face as a reward. I am proud of my recent accomplishments, and my family would like to celebrate each of these events. And the default way to do that has been to go out and get a nice dinner, or make something special (aka ridiculously unhealthy) at home. However I do not want to sabotage my weight loss for something as temporary as food that tastes good in my mouth and will make my toilet weep.

I am aware that weight loss works off of averages, and one bad day can be made up. However, I am not at a point yet where I trust myself to have a "cheat day" or a "cheat meal". I have an addictive personality. I have been addicted to cigarettes, porn, and alcohol. Each of one of those addictions I have overcome (to the extent that that is possible - you will never stop thinking about "just one") by quitting cold turkey and never allowing myself an opportunity for remission. I know that many people are able to succeed by having cheat days and special events, but that is simply not something that I will be able to handle right now based on my past experiences and self awareness.

So to get back to my real question, how do (normal?) people celebrate a major event without eating?

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My weight loss fears came true (loose skin) but it's okay

I'm writing this because it will be therapeutic for me and I wanted to offer what I believe to be a different perspective than I usually see here.

 

I'm 30 years old, 5'8" and lost 94 lbs from mid December 2017 to August 2018. I've been intentionally maintaining, although I would like to lose another 10 lbs or so.

 

I was afraid of having loose skin as are many people here. The usual responses seem to be that loose skin won't even matter, it won't be that bad, or, essentially, that it's silly to worry about it. Even at my largest I worried about it and started saving money. I currently have an extremely minimal amount of fat and breast tissue in my breasts. There is about six inches of just skin hanging past my inframammary fold. My stomach doesn't look that bad while I'm standing but when I get into a push up position several inches of skin pool into the center.

 

In a few days I'm having a breast lift with implants. I'm terrified and excited but so grateful that I'm able to do this. I'm glad I worried and saved money.

 

So yes, the loose skin might actually end up being that bad. My advice is to start saving money for surgery now, because there's no reason not to. If you end up not wanting it you'll still have money saved up, so it's a win-win.

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This chart is keeping me motivated! 144 -> 134 and I've got more to lose

Hey y'all!

So my weight has fluctuated my entire life, and I've never felt like I was in control of it at all. Life would get stressful, I would get fat, almost without noticing it happen. Then I would starve myself or summer would come and I would sweat like mad and lose it all again. I tend to understand things better when I can examine them in detail, and I think, like a lot of people in here, I saw substantial progress when I bought a scale, a food scale, started tracking CICO, etc.

One of the things I do is weigh myself every morning and insert the results on a spreadsheet, which then gives me this pretty chart! I began tracking on August 25, and my goal is to go from 145 to 130, so as you can see I still have some ways to go.

Seeing the exact progress I've made, the fact that I can say to myself, "Look, Witty, even if it went up for two days, it comes down again; it takes a long time, but look, you're making a dent," is a really good feeling. It is also the best way to remind myself to stay strong when I feel a craving for food or sugary sodas.

Today I have officially lost 10 pounds! I have more goals to achieve but this seemed like a good day to celebrate a little, and if you're also a data-driven person then you might enjoy doing something similar to track your weight loss!

Edit: My weight started somewhere between 144 and 145 so I end up labeling my starting weight a little inconsistently, sorry!

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14 pounds away from tentative goal weight. What is my goal weight?

Hi there. I'm 24, 5'11, M. I started about a year ago at 253 and maintained that weight for the first several months of working out a few times a week. I realized that diet really was the most important part of weight loss and probably couldn't eat like a garbage disposal anymore. Since about January I've started eating better as well. Not tracking cico, mostly telling myself "You are not hungry, stop what you're doing. Stop it." and that's worked.

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Weekly, I do 3.5 hours of aerial arts (trapeze, silks, lyra), 2.5 hours of dance (modern and ballet), I try to go for a 2 mile run 2-4 times a week, and play very high-intensity Dance Dance Revolution when I don't run. I've also got a pullup bar I work with to condition for aerials. I'm down to about 190lbs with a goal weight of 175. I've spent the last month maintaining between 189 and 191lbs. I know why this is happening. It's because I've been too lax with myself. I'm planning on fixing it.

I'm trying to audition into a professional circus training program next year. I've given myself 9 months from now to submit my audition (via video) and the program starts next September. Obviously this is enough time to lose those extra 14 pounds (which I need to not be carrying if I'm swinging on a Trapeze) but I've also been building a lot of muscle.

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My question though is "What is my goal weight?"

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I have no idea how to quantify any of this. I don't have any concrete information like BMI or how many calories I should be eating or how much muscle I've put on. I have a regular old bathroom scale but maybe it's time to start learning about my own body?

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Success! 7 months of effort, hit my goal weight this morning. Down 40lbs. (With before/after pic)

Hi, I will try to keep this short! I told myself I would never post to this subreddit, let alone a progress pic, but here I am...! 😆

Two years ago, when I weighed 178lbs, I moved into a major city, found myself an amazing boyfriend, fell in love with wine (lol), and subsequently (and rapidly) gained 40lbs. I know 218lbs really isn't that bad for a 6'2" guy, but I still felt disgusted with myself. None of my clothes fit me anymore, I got depressed looking at old photos, and I just felt tired and generally not well.

In March 2018, I finally decided it was time to make a change. I found this subreddit, read up a bit on weight loss, downloaded MFP, and began the journey. Welp, this morning I stepped on the scale and it read 178lbs 😁

Here is March vs. this past weekend: https://i.imgur.com/eW04MAC.jpg

Also worth mentioning: I am a Type 1 Diabetic and my blood sugars have been way, way better during this process. My insulin usage is about half of what it was and my A1C is down.

Ok, that's it 🙈

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8 Simple Swaps for a Healthier Fall

‘Tis the season for specialty foods and drinks! With so many enticing pumpkin and apple treats hitting the market, it’s hard not to get side-tracked from your healthy eating habits. Unfortunately, these kinds of foods pack more than just flavor—they dish out a lot of fat and calories, too. We’ve rounded up eight common offenders, along with some tips on how to make healthier choices so that you don’t feel like you have to miss out on your favorite fall fare.
1. Pumpkin Spiced Latte
While it may be the signature drink of the season, many of the pumpkin spice drinks on the market pack a ton of fat and calories. A 12-ounce (Tall) from Starbucks with whipped cream, for example, has 300 calories and 11 grams of fat. Don’t miss out on the full coffee shop experience, just order smart with these 5 Simple Ways to Lighten Up Your Latte. Better yet, save your money and whip up this Skinny Pumpkin Spice Latte in the comfort of home. Or get your pumpkin fix with this delicious Pumpkin Pie Smoothie.

2. Hard Apple Cider
Pumpkin beer was long the adult beverage of choice for the fall season. But lately there’s been growing interest in the various hard ciders out there. While a serving of alcohol from time to time isn’t going to destroy your diet, it’s still best to make smart choices. The biggest difference between beer and cider is the sugar content. Because cider is made sweet by a slow fermentation of apples, the sugar content typically rises. And in the vast majority of cases, it’s going to be higher than beer. At Nutrisystem, we recommend avoiding alcohol while trying to lose weight. That’s why we offer mocktail recipes that are flavorful and alcohol-free. But if you do choose to indulge, opt for a light beer or one glass of dry wine, then switch to seltzer.

3, Pumpkin Pie
If you’re a lover of all things pumpkin, than pumpkin pie is likely your ideal dessert. But at 323 calories and 13 grams of fat for the average slice (made with full-fat ingredients), it’s not doing your waistline any good. Fortunately, there are many easy recipes out there for healthier versions. You can also get your pumpkin fix with something different altogether like a pumpkin muffin or slice of bread—so long as they’re made with healthy ingredients like whole wheat flour and skim milk. Better yet, get your pumpkin pie fix with our guilt-free Crustless Pumpkin Pie recipe or this delicious Pumpkin Spice Mug Cake. Both are simple to make and even easier to eat!

4. Apple Fritters
Because they’re deep fried, apple fritters are one of the worst possible donut choices out there. A single apple fritter from Dunkin Donuts is 420 calories and 19 grams of fat. Still, they pop up at local pumpkin patches and outdoor fall festivals everywhere. Don’t let their fruity name or the fact that they’re not frosted mislead you. The glaze that apple fritters are dunked in is primarily high fructose corn syrup. Instead, opt for a healthier breakfast apple treat like a homemade muffin or easy apple “chips” (made by sprinkling apple slices with cinnamon and baking in the oven). Or, get your apple fix with this delicious No Sugar Added Slow Cooker Apple Sauce.

5. Halloween Candy
Bagged candy started showing up in grocery stores in August and now seems to be everywhere. If you buy candy for trick-or-treaters in your neighborhood, fight the temptation to buy it early as you may end up snacking on it yourself. If you really need your candy fix, avoid chocolates with caramel or nougat, which tend to contain an excess of fat. Try satisfying your sweet tooth with a piece of fresh fruit or, if you must have candy, opt for the hard kinds, which deliver about 24 calories, and you’ll avoid a major sugar rush. Or, whip up a batch of these delicious 3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cups.

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6. Caramel Apples
While they’ve long been a fall favorite, caramel apples are packed with sugar and saturated fat. You may have also caught wind of a big news story last year that unrefrigerated caramel apples—as they are often sold at festivals or when hand-dipped and given out as Halloween treats—can pose a deadly listeria risk. If caramel apples are your go-to fall treat, consider making a healthier caramel yogurt dip for dunking fresh apple slices. Or satisfy your sweet tooth with one of these 17 Guilt-Free Dessert Recipes Under 200 Calories.

7. Hot Chocolate
Though hot chocolate may be the quintessential cold weather drink, it can be a sneaky fall fat trap. The problem with getting hot chocolate from your favorite coffee shop is that it comes with added syrup and whipped cream. While the cocoa powder mixes you make at home with water are typically 100 calories or less (the NESTLE Hot Cocoa Mix Rich Chocolate with Marshmallows is 80 calories per pack), when you factor in milk, syrup and whipped cream, the calorie count can seriously climb. A 12-ounce (Tall) Hot Chocolate from Starbucks (with two percent milk and whipped cream) is a whopping 320 calories and 13 grams of fat. Stick to water and cocoa powder for a low calorie, no-fat option. Or, warm up while you slim down with one of these 6 Hot Drinks for Cool Weather.

8. Comfort Foods
From chicken pot pie to hearty stews and chili, it’s worth mentioning that a common fat trap come fall is a switch from fresh summer salads to heavier, more filling dishes. While the original full-fat versions of these foods pack in a ton of calories and fat, there are many ways to make them healthier. Consider a vegetarian chili or substitute your ground beef for lean turkey like we did in this hearty and delicious Turkey Chili Recipe. Or try some of our favorite cold weather soups. If you’re on the Nutrisystem program, you can make this simple Spicy Pumpkin Soup using one of our popular Nutrisystem meals. With some simple changes you can still enjoy your favorite fall dishes for dinner or while watching the football game—but forgo the unnecessary fat and calories.

*Nutritional info taken from company websites or USDA food search database on 9/8/2016.

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