25 pounds down, 1/4 of my way to my goal

While I officially started tracking my weight loss at 297 pounds, I weighed in at 300 a few days previous to it. This morning I weighed in 271.5, making it 25 pounds from my measured starting point officially. One of the best bits of advice I got from this sub was to celebrate your successes, so I guess this post is for me to do that. Here's some thoughts on my first two months of seriously working on my health.

- It's a huge cliché but also very true: the first step is the biggest one. I wanted to lose weight and get healthy for ages but it took a moment of clarity in my personal life to get me to make a serious commitment to it. I'd liken it to when I quit smoking a decade or so back: I knew it was bad for me and knew I should quit, but couldn't do it until I actually wanted to, instead of just thinking I should.

- On that topic, I let not knowing everything before I got started be an excuse for way too long. Yeah, I made some mistakes, and I'm sure I'll make plenty more, but learning what works for yourself is part of the journey you won't know until you actually start it.

- Libra (and I guess Happyscale, although I haven't used it) is a godsend. I'm too compulsive to not weigh myself every day, but having an app that shows the trend lets me focus less on where I'm at, (which fluctuates up and down a few pounds for any number of reasons) and more on where I'm headed.
- Drinking water is my new habit. I'm putting away 4+ liters of water a day every day, and it's amazing how much that helps at literally every part of my efforts; keeps you hydrated for workouts, keeps you feeling full at mealtime and helps build the muscles that will burn off those calories.

- CICO is good stuff, but makes me unhappy if I don't feel satiated by the meals I'm eating, or feel like I'm being denied things I enjoy. The game for me now is to fit in lots of food, get enough protein, and still stay at my 1000 calorie deficit every day (as a vegan no less). I've learned it's not about denying yourself food, it's about fitting it into an overall healthy pattern of eating. On Friday I ate some pizza and Saturday had a few drinks and it felt good to know that I wasn't "cheating" or failing, it was accounted for and part of my plan.

- This community rules. I thought it was going to be a lot of corny affirmations and dumb slogans, but what I've found here is a deep well of support, empathy and inspiration. Thanks to everyone who participates in this sub for providing me with motivation and advice. It has been invaluable.

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I didn't feel like training today, but I did!

I've never been a sport's person, even when I used to do Gaelic football it was more to have a good time with my friends than anything else. I started doing cardio and slowly running (I'm doing the couch to 5k challenge) a month ago and today was truly a 'meh' day and I wasn't feeling super well. I really didn't feel like doing anything, but I knew that me in the future would appreciate if I didn't give up so early in my weight loss/getting healthier journey so I did! And I still feel like shit, but at least I'm one step closer to my goal! PS: sorry for any mistakes, English is not my first language!

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I haven't lost any weight all month but I've also gotten the most compliments on my appearance this month

F/29/5'5/205 lbs

I've been a bit frustrated because the scale hasn't moved all month for me.

I was on vacation for a few days in the beginning of the month which included my brother's wedding so I definitely ate/drank a lot and was not eating at a deficit. I also went home for father's day weekend and ended up over indulging by kind of a lot that weekend as well (I logged that weekend though!).

MFP says I was at a deficit the past 3 weeks. As side from those days I mentioned earlier, I stuck to 1000-1200 calories per day, walked 1-3 miles most days, and even started working out with a trainer for an hour 2x a week. My activity level during this month has increased significantly (I don't track my exercise calories or try to eat them back) but the scale says I haven't lost any weight since May 26th. I've lost 60 lbs so far through only CICO (little to no exercise) so I'm confident it's not how I am counting calories.

However, even though the scale says I've lost no weight, I kept catching glimpses of myself in the mirror and thinking to myself that I looked thinner. I would tell myself it wasn't real because the scale says I lost no weight, so I wasn't actually thinner. But I couldn't shake the thought when looking at myself.

Today at work I ran into a woman who from the office next to mine and she stopped me all of a sudden to tell me how great I looked. She's the first person who wasn't my immediate family to comment on my weight loss. She kept going on and on about how I looked beautiful and more happy and was asking me how I lost the weight and etc. I couldn't believe she was making these comments to me now.

Maybe I actually am thinner even though the scale isn't moving. I guess I just have to stick with it and trust the process.

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What is Ranch Water? The Summer Cocktail You Need to Try

Losing weight in the summertime can be tough. From unhealthy picnic food to drinks at the beach bar, it can be hard to resist the warm weather temptations that try to sabotage your success. However, with a little planning and some simple swaps, you can stay on track with your weight loss goals while still partaking in some summer fun! All you need is some healthy recipes for the grill, some summer-inspired sweet treats and a go-to, weight loss-friendly cocktail that you can sip on all season long. For us, that cocktail is Ranch Water; the refreshing beverage that’s easy to make, easy to enjoy and easy to incorporate into your weight loss plan!

What is Ranch Water?

In short, Ranch Water is the trendy summer cocktail that’s perfect for chilling out and staying cool in the summer heat. It’s a super simple drink that only requires three ingredients to make:

1. Tequila
2. Lime juice
3. Topo Chico Mineral Water¹

Never had Topo Chico? This refreshing water is a naturally carbonated mineral water that’s imported from Mexico and bottled at the Cerro del Topo Chico spring.² While you can easily swap in ordinary sparkling water or seltzer water into this summer cocktail, Topo Chico is the recommended mixer for its unique taste and mouthfeel.¹ The bubbles aren’t as intense as standard seltzers and the minerals add a distinct taste that’s light and refreshing. Topo Chico and Ranch Water are very popular in Texas.³

Alcohol on Nutrisystem: Everything You Need to Know

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Ranch Water on Nutrisystem

If you’re losing weight with Nutrisystem, you can still kick back and relax with a cold Ranch Water cocktail this summer. Just watch your portion sizes and stick to a maximum of two servings of alcohol per week (we recommend spreading them out and not having them on the same day). One shot or one and half ounces of tequila is considered one serving of liquor.

The rest of the ingredients in Ranch Water— lime juice and Topo Chico— are both considered Free Foods on your Nutrisystem plan. That means you can use as much or as little of them as you’d like when preparing your Ranch Water. You don’t have to measure anything out except for the tequila. Garnish with a fresh slice of lime, grab a straw and chill out with this weight loss-friendly cocktail!

 Healthy Hacks

Because Ranch water is so easy to make, it’s also easy to customize! Swap out the lime juice and wedge with another citrus fruit that you like, such as lemons, grapefruits or oranges. Fresh berries would also be a tasty addition. Want to spice things up? Toss in some sliced jalapenos or rim the glass with a chili lime seasoning blend.¹

You can add a touch of sweetness to your beverage with a little bit of zero-calorie sweetener like stevia or monk fruit. As we mentioned earlier, regular seltzer or sparkling water (plain or flavored) can be used in lieu of Topo Chico Mineral Water. However, keep in mind that it will change the classic Ranch Water taste. Topo Chico also comes in different flavors that you can use.

Looking for more diet-friendly cocktails for your weight loss plan? Click the link below for some inspiration!:

8 Lightened-Up Cocktails for Your Summer Menu

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Sources: 

• https://www.southernliving.com/recipes/ranch-water
• https://www.coca-colacompany.com/news/topo-chico-joins-cokes-portfolio
• https://www.epicurious.com/expert-advice/why-topo-chico-is-the-best-sparkling-water-review-article

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Unnecessary comments from friends/family about weightloss

Is it just me or does anyone else receive backhanded compliments from the people they know? I’ve been trying to keep my weight/fat loss progress lowkey for 2 months now. It took a great amount of discipline to workout everyday for 1-2hrs and maintaining a clean diet (with a few reward days ofc) just for friends and family members to convince me to eat more or say I look “too small” or “bad” when I lose weight. So far, i’ve lost 6kg. Im 5’2 btw with a now-normal bmi.

I recently met up with a friend whom I havent seen in months for my small post-birthday celebration just to catch up on things. She blurts out of nowhere sayin, “Wow you look like you lost alot of weight! Did you starve yourself this week for a week to achieve that?” I kinda thought that was very insensitive and inappropriate comment.

What were the comments people have single-backhandedly complimented you on your weight loss and how did you respond?

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Weight gain after weight loss journey

Hey guys I have started my weight loss journey about 1,5 years ago and after loosing 242 pounds I reached my goal weight and decided to add more calories to my diet. So I did that and ate about 1.800-1.900 calories a day, which is still a slight deficit for me. Now after two weeks I stepped on the scale and it showed that I gained 4 pound. I’m really in shock about that and kinda scared that I will now gain back all the weight I have lost. Is an sudden increase like this normal after being on a diet for a long time to be expected? Or has anyone else experienced something similar or can maybe provide an answer to my problem? Im a bit desperate for an answer right now… Thanks in advance for any answer! I hope i don’t bother you too much

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Day 1? Starting your weight loss journey on Tuesday, 29 June 2021? Start here!

Today is your Day 1?

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Welcome to r/Loseit!

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So you aren’t sure of how to start? Don’t worry! “How do I get started?” is our most asked question. r/Loseit has helped our users lose over 1,000,000 recorded pounds and these are the steps that we’ve found most useful for getting started.

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Why you’re overweight

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Our bodies are amazing (yes, yours too!). In order to survive before supermarkets, we had to be able to store energy to get us through lean times, we store this energy as adipose fat tissue. If you put more energy into your body than it needs, it stores it, for (potential) later use. When you put in less than it needs, it uses the stored energy. The more energy you have stored, the more overweight you are. The trick is to get your body to use the stored energy, which can only be done if you give it less energy than it needs, consistently.

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Before You Start

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The very first step is calculating your calorie needs. You can do that HERE. This will give you an approximation of your calorie needs for the day. The next step is to figure how quickly you want to lose the fat. One pound of fat is equal to 3500 calories. So to lose 1 pound of fat per week you will need to consume 500 calories less than your TDEE (daily calorie needs from the link above). 750 calories less will result in 1.5 pounds and 1000 calories is an aggressive 2 pounds per week.

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Tracking

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Here is where it begins to resemble work. The most efficient way to lose the weight you desire is to track your calorie intake. This has gotten much simpler over the years and today it can be done right from your smartphone or computer. r/loseit recommends an app like MyFitnessPal, Loseit! (unaffiliated), or Cronometer. Create an account and be honest with it about your current stats, activities, and goals. This is your tracker and no one else needs to see it so don’t cheat the numbers. You’ll find large user created databases that make logging and tracking your food and drinks easy with just the tap of the screen or the push of a button. We also highly recommend the use of a digital kitchen scale for accuracy. Knowing how much of what you're eating is more important than what you're eating. Why? This may explain it.

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Creating Your Deficit

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How do you create a deficit? This is up to you. r/loseit has a few recommendations but ultimately that decision is yours. There is no perfect diet for everyone. There is a perfect diet for you and you can create it. You can eat less of exactly what you eat now. If you like pizza you can have pizza. Have 2 slices instead of 4. You can try lower calorie replacements for calorie dense foods. Some of the communities favorites are cauliflower rice, zucchini noodles, spaghetti squash in place of their more calorie rich cousins. If it appeals to you an entire dietary change like Keto, Paleo, Vegetarian.

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The most important thing to remember is that this selection of foods works for you. Sustainability is the key to long term weight management success. If you hate what you’re eating you won’t stick to it.

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Exercise

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Is NOT mandatory. You can lose fat and create a deficit through diet alone. There is no requirement of exercise to lose weight.

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It has it’s own benefits though. You will burn extra calories. Exercise is shown to be beneficial to mental health and creates an endorphin rush as well. It makes people feel *awesome* and has been linked to higher rates of long term success when physical activity is included in lifestyle changes.

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Crawl, Walk, Run

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It can seem like one needs to make a 180 degree course correction to find success. That isn’t necessarily true. Many of our users find that creating small initial changes that build a foundation allows them to progress forward in even, sustained, increments.

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Acceptance

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You will struggle. We have all struggled. This is natural. There is no tip or trick to get through this though. We encourage you to recognize why you are struggling and forgive yourself for whatever reason that may be. If you overindulged at your last meal that is ok. You can resolve to make the next meal better.

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Do not let the pursuit of perfect get in the way of progress. We don’t need perfect. We just want better.

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Additional resources

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Now you’re ready to do this. Here are more details, that may help you refine your plan.

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• Quick Start Guide - Build your foundation!

* Lose It Compendium - Frame it out!

* FAQ - Answers to our most Frequently Asked Questions!

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