Choosing fitness over weight loss...at least for the moment.

Since the start of the year, I've really ramped up my physical activity.

I've thrown myself into judo wholeheartedly and I'm hoping to compete in my first competition at the end of March. I've also started an at-home yoga routine that ultimately I'm hoping to do every day but god damn it yoga is HARD and I'm only managing it two to three times a week at the moment.

I'm also just more active in my everyday life.

It's a massive change for someone who until recently was the very definition of sedentary.

On top of all that I also plan to start the C25K soon, hopefully next week, I'm just waiting on my knee to get fully better because I really don't want to deal with reinjuring it.

But even without the running in the equation, I'm ravenous atm. Like I can not stick to my calorie deficit at all and every day that I saw that red number on myfitnesspal I felt like such a god damn failure. I really had to take a step back from myself and work out what I wanted, what was important and figure out the best way to go forward. So I've decided that right now enshrining these fitness changes in my life is my priority so even though I'm still 15kg away from my goal weight I've temporarily lifted my calories to 1900-2000 which is still technically a very small deficit, though in reality, I will likely end up maintaining at my current weight rather than losing just because such a small deficit is very easy to accidentally wipe away.

I think the trouble I had with this decision is that it felt like giving up on weight loss, that like I said I felt like I had failed. It was actually my Husband that kind of made it make sense to me, he said "it's not a failure if you're still improving something about your life. Until recently your something was your weight, right now it's your fitness, it's ok to put weight on the backburner and maintain in order to concentrate on fitness. You'll get to a point where you'll be able to do both but this is a massive shock to your body it doesn't know what the fuck is going on right now, it's doing shit it's never done or hasn't for a very long time".

It was a real ah-ha moment for me when he said that.

So that's my plan for the next three or so months, maintain and get fitter and then see if I can slowly reduce my calories down again so I can continue on with my weight loss.

And I've already come so far when it comes to weight loss (165kg to 91kg ) that a three-month break in the grand scheme of things will barely register.

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My first NSV

I've been a lurker for a while but this is my first time posting. A little bit of background info and apologies as I am on mobile. I started getting my diet officially together about 2 weeks ago (tracking food, CICO, making myself move more, all the good things). However, I started a new job in January and for the moment I'm not in school so I've had a lot more time on myself all of 2019 so far and so the progress to a healthy lifestyle really started about a month ago.

I have been really really good for the last 2 weeks but today at book club I cheated and had 1 glass of wine and 2 medium sized cookies. I'm shocked because I'm not mad at myself like I would have been in previous attempts at weight loss and quite proud that I said no to the other snacks and only ate what I did, I mean a glass of wine and 2 cookies is really not that much it's a normal amount for an occasional treat and was 434 calories in loseit which yes is a fair bit but nothing like my "treat yo self" splurges that I used to go on. Anyways the real shocker here is that I physically feel all the sugar and the little bit of alcohol I had. My stomach is a little ehhh, I feel really shaky from all the sugar, my head is starting to ache a little, and I feel weighed down. Now I'm sitting here like whoa I can't do that again maybe like a cookie or wine but not both next time I want to splurge.

Anyways even though I'm not feeling to hot right now I'm kinda excited because it hasn't even been that long and my body is beginning to reject the bad health decisions and turn itself around and all I have to do is start listening to it. I still have a ways to go but still this is exciting to me.

Thanks for reading my ramble guys!

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My journey to losing 140 pounds!

The Prince Lewis Journey

Pictures of the Transformation Journey

For my entire life, I've struggled with weight. From primary school, growing up I've been known as "chubby" or "the fat kid." Over the years I tried tons of failed "diets" and weight loss programs trying to slim down. Then, in 2015 I met my trainer, and now also my friend, Orick Nesbitt. He took me under his wing and offered the opportunity to change my life. Things started off great and some weight was loss, but life happened, and in December, 2016 I stood at 5'7 and had ballooned to a staggering and unhealthy 325 pounds.

Lost, tried, and feeling defeated, I called Orick up and said I need to make a change and this time for real! Without hesitation, he welcomed me back home. He taught me that fitness isn't simply about losing weight, but it's a lifestyle of choosing to live healthy by eating well and nurturing one's body. By equipping me with a new meal plan, he also taught me that dieting isn't about starving one's self by eating less, but eating more of what's good for you. In doing this, the weight will naturally drop and more importantly your body will be properly nurtured to be stronger and healthier. Enlightened with this new-found perspective, it was time to put in the work.

I won't lie, that first day was brutal and I questioned what bad thing I had done in another life to deserve such physical punishment; but with each passing day and week my body and mindset adopted and the journey became much more enjoyable. Around this same time, in my social life, after a party one night with friends, they all had headaches and hangovers the next day, which sparked an idea I began the steps to start a beverage business.

Between balancing a new business while trying to attain a new body, life was tough. No, it was not "easy," it was hard work and worth it! It never got easier, I just got wiser, stronger and healthier. Some days I failed, but the key is consistency and showing up every day while sticking to the meal plan; and with a support system of friends at gym, each day got better and better.

Today, two years later, I’ve lost 140 pounds, now standing at 5'7, 185 pounds and the proud owner of a beverage and lifestyle brand. Finally, free from the trappings of my own body and feeling more passionate than ever, I've also once again began creating art.

I don't know who needs to hear this, but if I can do it, you can do! The journey continues....let's do this, together.

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I LOST 10 POUNDS!!!!

22f 5'2 167 lbs to 157 lbs

Hi everyone! I weighed myself today and I have good news....I LOST 10 POUNDS! This is the farthest that I have ever been in my weight loss journey, I used to give up in like a week. I know, 10 pounds isn't much but I am just so happy and really needed to share this with someone. I still have a couple more pounds to go. My goal weight is to weigh 125 or 110 pounds(depends on how I look/ feel when I get closer to my goal). I didn't change my diet much. I just added more fruits anf vegetables into my diet and would track my macros and calories (in the my fitness pal app). I would also exercise Monday to Friday at the gym on campus between classes. The food at the cafeteria is unhealthy and filled with calories so I would pack lunch. Weight loss is 90% diet and 10% exercise. I would also dance or do zumba in my room during the weekends. So, I exercise everyday (Sometimes, I won't exercise on Saturday and Sunday. It depends)

I have always struggled with my weight since I was a kid. It feels good to finally do something about it. I want to start feeling more confident and pretty. I am tired of avoiding the mirror like the plague. I want to be able to wear a crop top with confidence. And, this summer I want to wear a bikini and go to the water park or beach. Summer every year, I wouldn't go to the pool or water park because I hate how my body looks. Heck, I wouldn't even leave the house unless I had to (could have just been my depression but still). I hope that can change this year.

Anyways, I wouldn't have been able to do this without r/loseit 's help (and other weight loss subreddit, YouTube etc) So, thanks for everything! Reading everyone's post motivates me a lot.

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As a college student, it's okay to miss a gym session!

I was planning on going to the gym tonight but I also have an essay due tonight that's taking longer than expected. At first I was upset because I was looking forward to my gym session since I usually don't have time until the end of the week to work out but hear me out: it's just like that sometimes!! The point of going to college is to get a degree so there's no reason to stress over missing a workout. Although fitness is important to me, academics should be a higher priority! Additionally, for health/weight loss, diet > gym. One day missed won't kill ya. Just kill it at the gym the next time you go :)

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Any tips or tricks on how to stop yourself from out of control eating? Please!

I (F25, 5'4, 180 lbs) really love this sub! I've been on it for a while but never posted anything before this.

I really need some advice on how to control yourself from bingeing or eating too much.. I often wonder if I have a food addiction because it's really really difficult to stop myself.

For some context I rarely drink alcohol, I'm vegetarian (was vegan for 2 years before that), love vegetables & healthy food, but still have many unhealthy foods that I like too much. I have a gym membership and go through fluxuations where I'll go for several weeks, eat healthy (there's a grocery store next to the gym so it really helps that I can bring back fresh veg and fruit afterwards!) But then dwindle back into old habits, like ordering out and not excercising.

It feels like I'm in a constant battle to control myself. I'm definitely an emotional eater and will eat too much when I'm feeling depressed or bored. And just in general.

My goal weight would be about 130-125, so I have around 50 lbs to lose. I have the Lose It app on my phone & I love it, but am having a hard time with consistency. I'm also not sure about how many calories I should stick to. I feel like I can do 1300 but it's difficult.

Any advice for things I can do to replace excessive eating in those moments where it feels like you're out of control? Or about consistent weight loss and general and tips to stay motivated? Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks!

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Time for me to kick it up a notch. Admitting to myself that my slow weight loss is because I'm simply not trying hard enough.

My sisters texted me the other day wanting to do a DietBet. In my mind, I've been hitting the gym every other day and yesterday marked 150 consecutive days of logging calories... so, losing 4% of my body weight (just shy of 7 lbs) should be a breeze, right? So I agreed and bet $10 on myself. Then, I stopped to really think about it.

It's taken me since September to lose 10 lbs, and I'm actually back up 3 since the New Year. If it's taken me 4 months to lose 7 lbs, what am I going to do differently to meet this goal? My weight loss has been slow and not at all steady, why is that?

Well for one thing, I definitely drank way too much last month and didn't always log it... I think I only logged my booze once or twice, but during the Polar Vortex (none of our cars would start, so we were 100% stuck inside for three days) I must've gotten drunk at least three times, and that's in addition to several weekends that involved a lot of wine. So, it's time to actually stop drinking or at least start drinking more responsibly and being honest with my calorie logging.

I completed C25K a few weeks ago and have been running 30 minutes every other day with some longer runs thrown in there to work on my 5k time (currently just shy of 41 minutes). This is all fine and good, but I need to stop allowing myself to drink back the calories I burn. You know the whole "I ran 3 miles today, I can afford a few glasses of wine" mindset... enough of that.

On that note, I'm EXTREMELY sedentary on the days I don't run. My "off days" are basically just laying around. I'm a stay at home caregiver for my mom who is recovering from a heart transplant, so I don't have a job that I go to everyday. I need to push myself and get to the gym between runs. I have a certain anxiety about going to the gym and hopping on the weight machines... get over it. Just do it. You know how to use them, you have a strength training plan. Just go! This morning was supposed to be my rest day, but I got up and made myself go. I walked half a mile and ran a good mile at a faster pace than I'm used to. This is great and I was happy for myself, but it's not the exercise I need to be doing. Another change I need to make.

Last but not least: DRINK MORE WATER. I did so well at drinking at least 64 oz of water last year, and I felt great. Not sure why I stopped... just got lazy I guess.

So... thanks for reading if you did. I just wanted to think it out and get it out there. I'm not losing weight because I'm not being honest and I'm not trying hard enough. I've been pretty lazy, to be honest. But I'm going to win this DietBet! It was just what I needed to kick my ass into gear.

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