I hit my first weight loss goal! (249->225)

I finally did it! I started my weight loss journey at 249 lbs (5'7" female) and my first bite sized goal was to get to 225.

It took me FOREVER because after the first 20 lbs I kept gaining and losing the same 2 lbs over and over again (for well known reasons. I was overindulging during the holidays and took awhile to get back on track).

I'm doing CICO with a calorie goal of 1300-1500 and I started doing intermittent fasting 16:8 which ultimately helps me adhere to my calorie goals a lot better.

For the past several weeks I also started going to the gym 3 days a week and doing some weights and cardio. I walk on days I don't go to the gym and try to get atleast 7k steps a day (I used to only get about 3k steps a day!)

Next stop...210 lbs!

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2lbs a week weight loss seems impossible! How do some do it? What are your tips and tricks?

Hey all!

I have a family members wedding coming up later this year and want to shift my depression pandemic weight. I’m 233lbs 6’1 M and I assume around 30% body fat based off what that looks like on google. My goal weight is roughly ~180lbs.

Putting these numbers into a TDEE calculator, I am faced with ~1,300 for a 2lb a week weight loss which seems so so low compared to some of the others around my height and weight. I couldn’t imagine only eating 1,300kcal (especially whilst trying to get 150g protein!) for the next 6 months yet this is what it seems like is necessary to maintain a 1000kcal deficit.

I weight-lift heavy 3-4x a week and walk through hills to get to the gym so on those days my Garmin watch tells me i actively burn roughly 800 calories (the accuracy of this I don’t know!) so on these days a 2lb a week weight-loss seems more doable.

I can imagine some women out there with naturally lower TDEEs have to go even lower according to online calculators (sometimes under 1000kcal a day) to stay at their 1000kcal deficit, and I don’t believe it’s very healthy to eat such a low amount for extended periods.

So my question is how do people maintain that 2lb a week weight-loss? Is intense exercise an absolute must every single day? Some people here seem to eat 1800 ish a day and lose weight so fast, is it something i’m doing wrong or do I just have to swallow that hard pill that 1,300 + any exercise is the target I should be aiming for to lose 2lbs a week.

Would really appreciate all your help and advice as I am really stuck on how to continue progressing with weight-loss :)

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What do you wish you had known at the start of your weight loss journey that you know now?

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[Challenge] European Accountability Challenge: February 1st, 2023

Hi team Euro accountability, I hope you’re all well!

For anyone new who wants to join today, this is a daily post where you can track your goals, keep yourself accountable, get support, and have a chat with friendly people at times that are convenient for European time zones. Check-in daily, weekly, or whatever works best for you. It’s never the wrong time to join! Anyone and everyone is welcome! Tell us about yourself and let's continue supporting each other.

For all new people that have joined this month, at the end of the month we do a roundup of what happened. we'll also talk about our goals for February.

How was your January?

You're free to structure this however you want, but think about the following topics:

• How has your weight loss progressed? Better, or worse than expected?
• What are some Non Scale Victories that you've experienced this month?
• Did you set goals, did you keep to them?
• What went well during this month, what could need improvement?
• What important lessons did you learn?

Today is also the goal-setting day for February!!

If you're new, every first day of the month we think about small goals we want to achieve this month. They can be weight goals, exercise goals, or anything really... An important aspect is that they are SMART goals: Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, Time based...

• Do you have a goal weight for this month, if yes, what is it? For example: maintain a 0.5kg loss a week.
• Do you have exercise goals? For instance, get in 10.000k steps a day
• What plans do you have for your diet? Do you have goals there?
• What are some non-weight/exercise-related goals you have? Here, get creative. Past participants have used this section to stay accountable for their homework, learning languages, pledging not to order junk food, ...

if you’re new, please introduce yourself! Let’s kick some ass!

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Finally committing to weight loss. February, here i come.

18F, 5'6, 130 lbs.

goal: 110 lbs.

i've decided to intentionally lose weight for the first time. i have been binge eating because my current living situation has made me insanely stressed out and anxious. i also haven't been balancing my time well, so the last time i went to the gym was in november.

i feel less confident about my body since gaining so much weight so quickly. i don't feel healthy either because my diet has mostly been processed snacks that upset my stomach. i'm typing this right after binging on a bag of sun chips, even though i had a balanced dinner earlier. for context, i usually weigh between 115-120, sometimes 110 during the summer when i have all the time in the world to workout and be active.

i really need support because i don't have much right now. please give me encouragement, i really need to have one thing go right in these next few months.

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Disappointed with weight loss.

Wondering if anyone can relate to this. I’ve lost about 70lbs so far and have about 60lbs to go before I reach my goal. The more I lose weight the more disappointed I feel about myself. How do I look this fat even after losing 70lbs? How did I let myself go for so long.

I’ve been really bummed about this and have kind of stalled and lost motivation on this journey. I keep reminding myself to be kind to myself, but it’s hard. I don’t know what I’m looking to get out of this post, mostly wanted to get this feeling off my chest.

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Random weight loss questions I asked to chat gpt

I like asking chat gpt random questiosn and I was browsing the sub which prompted me a few

Question 1: What would be more filling 2000 calories of chicken rice, veggies, and fruits or 2500 calories of mcdonalds

Answer : 2500 calories of fast food, such as McDonald's, would likely be less filling compared to 2000 calories of chicken, rice, vegetables, and fruits . Fast food items tend to be high in calories, sugar, and unhealthy fats, while being low in fiber and other nutrients. While these foods may provide a quick burst of energy, they do not promote feelings of fullness and satisfaction and can lead to increased hunger. Eating a balanced diet that includes a variety of nutrient-dense foods can help to promote feelings of fullness and satisfaction, while limiting high calorie, low nutrient foods like fast food.

Question 2: Is it possible to feel full when losing weight?

Answer: Yes, it is possible to feel full when cutting weight. Maintaining feelings of fullness and satisfaction while reducing calorie intake is important for successful weight loss and weight management. This can be achieved by eating a balanced diet that includes a variety of nutrient-dense foods, such as vegetables, fruits, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats. Foods high in fiber and protein are particularly helpful in promoting feelings of fullness and satisfaction, as they take longer to digest and provide sustained energy. Drinking plenty of water and engaging in physical activity can also help to promote feelings of fullness and satisfaction. However, everyone is different and what works for one person may not work for another, so it may take some trial and error to find what works best for you.

I see what people mean when they say 80% of weightloss is what happens in the kitchen. Not only is it how much you consume but also what you consume really changes everything.

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