I'm so happy

Alright so this might be a little long so there will be a TL;DR at the bottom.

So growing up I was always a little big. I was only slightly overweight my whole life until high school. Looking back it was definitely due to stress and stuff but I ended up gaining weight even faster and more heavily. I ended junior year at 6'2 weighing 250 lbs. I was fat, I was unhappy, and I had a bad relationship with food. My senior year was the first year I was inspired by my wonderful PE teacher.

She made me realize that my body was like an engine, and I should not fill it with cheap nasty fuel that would ruin it over time. I started eating salads at lunch. Fruit I would carry from breakfast and eat for a snack at some point during the day. I cut out milk and juices (I never drank soda much) and stuck to water. I pushed myself in PE in every activity, Even Even our teacher went a Little crazy and had us circuit train for 1.5 hours 2x a week. I was losing weight slowly, but more importantly I was getting muscular to a point. My calves and thighs especially started popping out they were so defined. I was feeling good about myself and I had stopped using food to pass the time. I ended senior year at around 210, but much less fat and more muscle.

I went into college going to the gym twice a day 5 days a week. I'd run a few miles before my classes, and weight train after work. My friend that I've known since 5th grade was coming home with me from the rec center one night, and she didn't stop looking at me. I asked her what was up and she said, "you look so skinny in that shirt!" I remember laughing it off, saying it's cuz the t shirt I was wearing was black, but she lifted up my shirt and repeated what she had said. It was in a very incredulous "I can't believe I've never noticed" tone.

I was really happy about that. Someone had complimented me, and more importantly had noticed what I had convinced myself were imaginary improvements. Some family stuff happened and I had to go home, and take a break from college for a bit. I lost motivation to work out, I stopped caring about my diet, and I gained the weight back. Just around a month ago I got a new job as management in a small pizza place. I was shopping for slacks because my old ones no longer fit, and I thought "wow, back to the waist 38 size of high school for me".

I ended up having to get 42" slacks. I weighed myself that day and cried after realized how much I had gained. I weighed 309 lbs. I got back on track, intermittent fasting and body weight exercises every morning when I woke up, hoping to turn back. Today at work I was reprimanded because I was "sagging" even with a belt. In a month of progress, those 42" waist slacks were too big for me. I haven't weighed myself yet because I stay away from the scale for my first 3 months as a rule of mine. But I'm so happy I could do this, and trust me, if I can, so can you. I don't even know why I decided to write this I was just so happy I needed to tell it somewhere, so here it is I guess.

TL;DR: Got fat in high school due to stress, lost weight senior year and got swole freshman year of college. Feel off the wagon back home and gained back all the weight. Had to buy embarrassingly big pants for work. Losing weight again and those pants no longer fit. Go weight loss!

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A year later

I started my weight loss journey in August of 2018. I was at 290ish and I hated my body. I was also on medicine that makes you eat way too much. So I sat down with my doctor, who was a huge help and proponent of weight loss, and we reworked my medicine. Through some trial and error, we got my medication set up much better and more modern than the previous prescriptions. To date I've lost about 47 lbs, (I've lost some weight since the picture) and I have enjoyed a myriad of changes in health, eating habits, and just general stuff like clothes looking better on you and things of that nature.

I'm not the best at sticking to a workout regiment, but eating healthier and being more conscious of what I have been putting into my body made a world of difference. I did track my calories using myfitnesspal. Overall, I tried to be active more, and I also started working in retail so there's a lot of walking involved with that. I've lost a couple of pants sizes and an underwear size, as well as a few shirt sizes as well.

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I don't have a body pic to show, because I didn't save them to the computer when I was about 290. I bought a new phone and traded the old one in. My weight loss may not be as drastic as someone else who really sticks to a hardcore regiment of exercise and healthy eating, but I'm still proud to say that I have lost practically 50 lbs.

Some advice to those who are still in the process of getting to the point where you decide to actively try to lose weight:

• Not every day you'll see weight loss on the scale.
• It really is a lifestyle change, gradually you'll work in time into your schedule for meal prep and exercise.
• If you're gonna try, make sure that you put your best effort forward.

Here's a picture of the scale from when I first started and the other half was about 2 weeks ago. Proof!

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Thanks for being here guys, this subreddit really helped me get motivated. I'm trying to lose 100 lbs so I'm practically half way there.

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New to this. Have been obese my whole life. need help!!

Hey yall! I'm a 23F currently weighing 198 pounds. Ive been obese my whole life, with some serious phases of weight loss. I feel like the last 10 years of my life Ive been constantly stressed about dieting and exercise. I joined a gym at age 14 and lost a significant amount of weight then, and then continued going to the gym in short bursts of 2 month the next couple of years. I have really really bad eating habits where I need to munch on food every second. It's really hard for me to motivate myself to work out. I get bursts of motivation where I eat healthy for a week and then go back on my unhealthy habits. seriously need some heavy motivation to remain consistent. I need to lose at least 30 pounds by August! Need this to stay motivated!

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First post ... scared to fail

I’m 42 this year. 260lbs. I’ve been overweight most of my life. 2016 decided to lose weight again - went to the gym 3x week with various friends plus one day of personal training/ boot camp class with a friend. Did not alter my diet except no snacks after dinner. I lost about 50 lbs. I got mono that fall and spent two months with no energy, which just kept dragging on as I gained all the weight back. I am tired of being uncomfortable in my body and all the stuff that comes with being overweight. I haven’t been able to find a workout buddy or weight loss accountability partner and I really hate doing this alone. Any suggestions?

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A person trying to get healthy

i'm a college student. i have severe depression. i have intense anxiety around change. i have many sensory issues, 95% of them are based around food texture. i'm finally on a concoction on medication that's helping me to feel like a human again. i'm trudging through things that i couldn't before, like studying and homework and actually going outside to do fun things. i've started to sing and paint again. i'm very very slowly starting to get better. but i have one roadblock that i need advice to get over.

i am addicted to fast food. during my past years of being depressed i've built up such a dependency on processed food that i've gained 50 pounds and i can't keep up with my cloth sizes anymore. fast food is quick, pre-made, and perfect for when i'm feeling too drained (and when i was that deep in a depressive episode, being drained was a constant). i eat 2-3 fast food meals a day, and copious amounts of food. but i'm ready to start to eat healthy. before i started this binge-eating journey i was anorexic. i ate almost nothing for four years straight. the binge-eating didn't start until i started on med trials.

i don't know how to begin this kind of health journey and it is extremely triggering for me as the only way i know how to lose weight is starving myself. i really really really need some advice. googling healthy snacks and recipes aren't helpful. everything is really slimey or squishy and almost all healthy foods are loaded with rice, which i'm extremely allergic to. nutritionists are expensive and with the intense class loads i'm taking this upcoming semester, i'm afraid i'll find it easier to just stick to a diet of fast food.

people have suggested intense workouts and diet to me, but i'm just starting to feel better and i dont want to work so hard i'd push myself back into an episode. plus, i don't just care about the weight loss. i need direction to a lifestyle change. i need to start with finding foods and recipes that are healthy, but wouldn't trigger my sensory issues and are managable for a busy college student. i just need ideas. i'll do anything to get on the right track to doing better and healthier.

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PSA: If someone is eating less than 1300 calories a day and is not shorter than 5 feet, DON'T recommend them to not eat back exercise calories

I just feel like I have to speak up because as much as I love this subreddit, there have been times where the advice I found to be potentially harmful to people. Usually, in the case of those who have less weight to lose (think stubborn last 10 lbs) who have dropped their weight low enough to have a small TDEE, resulting in a smaller daily calorie allowance.

Many times I see people who are eating 1200-1300 calories a day asking for advice on why they're not losing weight and how to break their plateau. And aside from the general advice of weighing their food and paying closer attention to their counting, the usual follow up will be to exercise more. Which I agree with. But then the issue arises when asked whether they should eat back the calories burned.

I firmly believe that it is dangerous to live like that long term. The last 10 lbs can take ages to lose, so you're telling them to both eat sub 1300 AND to exercise without eating back the calories burned... For potentially months.

Let me tell you from personal experience how that worked for me. In case you're curious, I am 23F, 158cm, 51 kg right now. I used to be 54kg. I tried eating at 1200- 1300 calories per day with around an hour of cardio (usually running) 5 or 6 times a week and walking at least 10k steps. By the second week I had nearly fainted in the train during my commute. My blood pressure was super low and I felt light headed, sleepy, weak, and consistently cranky. It wasn't until doing some research and consulting with my boyfriend that I realised I was putting my body through hell just for the sake of losing those last 2 kgs to my goal weight, 48kg. Worst of all, I was questioning if this was eating disorder behaviour I was developing.

I'm not saying you will develop an eating disorder or that you will faint if you do this. You could be fine. People are different. But there is also a risk that you'll react worse than I did, and is it really worth it putting yourself through that hardship?

If someone is eating 1200 calories and exercising, please don't advise them to not count the exercise calories or even "count half of the calories burned". Remember what the subreddit wiki says: 1200 is the absolute MINIMUM for women and 1500 for men. This should include the calories burned from exercise. I don't care how innacurately Fitbits and exercise machines estimate calories burned. If you're doing cardio (besides leisurely walking?) for x amount of time, look up the calories burned on MyFitnessPal and ADD it.

Im sorry if this post sounds negative. I'm very grateful to this community for teaching me so much about weight loss and fitness. I'm at a much better weight and I feel happier and more comfortable. I just wanted to say this because my experience was a harsh wake up call for me. Please don't punish your bodies by eating lower than 1200 calories, thanks.

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10 “Sunday Funday” Activities That Will Boost Your Weight Loss

Don’t let the “Sunday scaries” ruin your weight loss week ahead. Stay active and focus on the hard work you’ve already put in by getting out of the house for Sunday Funday! We know the thought of a full week of work, eating healthy and staying on track can seem exhausting, but by keeping yourself busy and your eyes on the prize, you can boost your weight loss on Sundays, too!

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Check out these 10 Sunday Funday activities to keep your weight loss goals moving:

1. Hit the local park or beach.

There’s nothing quite like an awesome outdoor space to get you motivated to stay active. Pack up the family—and of course, some healthy snacks and plenty of water—and head to your nearest park or beach for Sunday Funday. At the park, enjoy the walking or biking trails or even a game of frisbee. At the beach, take a long, sandy stroll or hop in the water and catch some waves. Either way, you’ll torch calories while getting in some quality time with the family.

2. Enjoy a flex meal out.

Saved a flex breakfast for the diner? That’s great! Just order a veggie-packed omelet with a little cheese and a side of fruit and you’re all set for a satisfying Sunday breakfast you won’t have to regret. Or maybe you’ve saved your flex meal for a healthy lunch or dinner at your favorite restaurant. No matter what your favorite cuisine, there are many ways to stay on track and ensure you’re making good choices while dining out.

3. Get a good stretch.

Stretching is important because it keeps the muscles flexible and strong. This not only helps maintain a good range of motion in the joints but also decreases your risk for joint pain, strain and muscle damage, according to Harvard Health. Use some of your free time on Sunday to try a new yoga video or even take a class. You’ll get your body feeling stretched—and refreshed—before heading into another week. Of course, it’ll be a lot more fun if you grab a buddy to try it out with you. When it comes to Sunday Funday, the more the merrier!

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4. Stimulate your (other) senses.

With so many summer treat temptations lurking around every corner, it can be challenging to stay on track. But taste isn’t the only sense you have to focus on. Feast your eyes on some artwork at the local museum, catch a matinee at the movie theater, or head to a baseball game. You could even visit a flower garden to take in some of the beautiful scents of summer’s finest flowers or treat your ears to some live music at a local concert. There is so much to do in the summer that it doesn’t need to all center around food.

5. Get picky.

Round up a few friends or family members and head on over to a local farm to pick fresh produce for your Sunday Funday activity. Berries like blueberries, strawberries, or raspberries are in-season and extra delicious in the summertime. Then head home to kick it up in the kitchen making meals and snacks from your healthy haul. We have lots of recipe ideas for you, including these Blueberry Burst Energy Balls, a Raspberry Almond Smoothie Bowl or this delicious Strawberry Feta Spinach Salad. You can feel good knowing that your fruit is fresh and that you’ve made some treats that won’t put your diet on a detour.

6. Cool off in the pool.

There’s no reason that your summertime activities have to mean being hot and sweaty. Instead, you can cool off while also burning calories by getting active in the pool. Don’t have one in your backyard? No worries! Visit your community or gym pool to swim some laps or even just splash around and get active with the kids. You’ll burn calories without even realizing it. You could even try out a water workout class such as water aerobics or water cycling, if your gym offers them. Or, just get involved with a game of pick-up water volleyball to keep moving and keep the calories coming off.

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7. Head to the water park.

Want to kick your Sunday up a notch? Instead of heading to the local pool, why not hit the water park? After climbing hundreds and hundreds of stairs you’ll feel good about getting a killer leg workout and burning some serious calories in the process. Plus, all that hard work is worth it when you get to blast down some amazingly fun water slides.

8. Hit the batting cages.

The batting cages aren’t just a place for kids to better their swing. Getting out there and hitting some balls is a fun activity to do on your own—or with your friends—and an easy way to shave calories. Swinging works your shoulders, arms and even your core. Plus, there’s some great stress relief involved in making contact with the ball. It’ll feel good for your mind and body to smack some homers—or even just a few base hits!

9. Consider a cookout.

Having a cookout is such a fun way to spend a Sunday with family and friends. But cookouts can also be a diet trap, chock full of many high-calorie food choices. But it doesn’t have to be that way! Host your own cookout and toss some veggie kebabs and lean proteins on the grill for a healthy way to kick back while catching up with friends and family. Let us help you make healthier choices—from building a better burger to making some of these healthy sides. There’s absolutely no reason you have to give up your summer cookouts when making just a few small changes will help keep you on track.

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10. Pick up a racquet.

Whether you’re a novice or an active player, a game of tennis is a great way to burn some calories during Sunday Funday. Tennis is an excellent activity for its cardio factor—but it has social benefits as well. You can enjoy some time with a friend—or maybe even three if you want to play doubles—while getting fit in the process. It’s a win all around.

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