Reply From Marina, Age 23 - 03/17/11 - IP#: 174.91.64.xxx show message replied to go to original board
It's okay! Mistakes happen. The important thing is that you don't let it get you down. Just pick yourself right back up...from here on out, eat healthy foods & keep exercising. Don't let one mistake ruin all of the success you've made to date, you can do it!
PS- remember this feeling next time you feel like binging!
Reply From Jeimi, Age 20 - 03/13/11 - IP#: 108.6.146.xxx show message replied to go to original board
set backs will always be there no matter how hard we try, but it's how we handle them that counts. I've been there time and time again even now when i'm so determined and focus i sometimes over eat. But i keep trying because one bad thing will not throw away all this hard work. Keep going don't dwell on your mistakes losing wieght is hard ennough without putting ourselves down. You can do this =)
Reply From Ally13, Age 23 - 03/12/11 - IP#: 108.74.126.xxx show message replied to go to original board
I've been there many times =). It happens even when we have the best of intentions. My advice: accept that you over-ate (but don't allow it to turn you from all of your hard work) and let tomorrow begin as a fresh start.
Keep up the amazing work you're doing!
From Marina, Age 23 - 02/02/11 - IP#: 70.24.26.xxx hide message replied to go to original board
Ht. 5'7", Start: 237 lb, Today: 145 lb (BMI: 23), Goal: 130 lb - Hi Everyone! You might have seen me around the board occasionally - I've been around the site for about 8 or so years now but I've definitely outgrown the teens section. I really like reading & replying to your posts, but I don't really post anything of my own - so I'm here to introduce myself... My name is Marina, I'm 23 and from Canada. I've always been healthy councious and loved fitness and sports and weighed a healthy 130lbs my entire life. Unfortunately, following some health problems which landed me in & out of the hospital for 5 years (with stays as long as 8 consecutive months) and on up to 13 different medications at one time, I ended up gaining a whopping 107lbs! It was quite devestating and I was extremely self concious. However, I'm slowly getting back on track as I have now lost 92 of those pounds! It's been a long, hard road (as I know you all understand). However, I've learned a lot about myself, my motivation and my true passion in life! As a result, I started university and am pursuing a degree in psychology & nutrition...I am also in the process of obtaining personal training certification. My goal is to learn to effectively help people just like us! I still have a few pounds to lose, but I have confidence that I will have no problems getting there eventually. I hope that I can be of some assistance and support to you wonderful people going through a tough struggle. Good luck to you all & remember that you can do it! :)
Reply From Marina, Age 23 - 02/06/11 - IP#: 174.92.123.xxx show message replied to go to original board
Jeimi!
Congrats on losing 31 pounds! That's not easy and it's a great start! Sometimes it is hard, but you can obviously do it - you've already started to! There's definitely hope and it isn't going to be easy but you CAN get there.
I found that when I started out, my biggest downfall was learning that falling off the wagon didn't mean it was all over. Sometimes, I'd eat one bad thing then think..."oh I've ruined it..I'll just keep eating badly." That is the kind of thinking that gets us into trouble! We need to start realizing that even if we get a little off track, there's no reason why we can't immediately go right back on track. (it seems so simple, but when you're thinking like that, it's not simple at all).
Anyway, if you ever need some extra support just post and we're all here to help. Just keep at it and you're going to get there.
PS - I found visualization ... (view more)Jeimi!
Congrats on losing 31 pounds! That's not easy and it's a great start! Sometimes it is hard, but you can obviously do it - you've already started to! There's definitely hope and it isn't going to be easy but you CAN get there.
I found that when I started out, my biggest downfall was learning that falling off the wagon didn't mean it was all over. Sometimes, I'd eat one bad thing then think..."oh I've ruined it..I'll just keep eating badly." That is the kind of thinking that gets us into trouble! We need to start realizing that even if we get a little off track, there's no reason why we can't immediately go right back on track. (it seems so simple, but when you're thinking like that, it's not simple at all).
Anyway, if you ever need some extra support just post and we're all here to help. Just keep at it and you're going to get there.
PS - I found visualization extremely helpful. Because weight loss is such a SLOW process I always thought about things long term like "well this time next month I will be able to fit into a size smaller" for example and I'd think about how much better I'd feel. & I used every small success to remind me of that goal. Also, short term goals are far more manageable than long term ones! Aim to lose 1 pound by the end of the week don't think about the other 60 pounds! (view less)
From Patty, Age 19 - 08/26/10 - IP#: 128.84.178.xxx hide message replied to go to original board
Ht. 5'8", Start: 228.5 lb, Today: 224 lb (BMI %tile: 97), Goal: 144 lb - Hey everyone! So I've lost 4 lbs since my last post. I've started college again, and for the past few days, I've reverted back to my horrible eating habits. However, I have been exercising every morning. Now I'm going to really focus on limiting the amount of processed foods I intake. I notice that when I combine junk food and exercise, I get aching cramps that last for the whole day. I also get really tired. So now I'm going to make sure 85% of my diet is composed of healthy foods. I'll try to do another post next Wednesday. God Bless:)
Reply From Jeimi, Age 19 - 08/26/10 - IP#: 69.121.188.xxx show message replied to go to original board
good job on the lose and thanks for your reply on your last post. It's ok to fall of track but whats not ok is to stay there. I'll be starting college on monday and i know how much horrible food is there, but there's also healthy food just eleiminate one bad thing at a time stop the sode one week then stop the fried foods another week make small changes those are the ones that last. Good luck this week and god bless you =)
From Magen, Age 14 - 04/29/10 - IP#: 216.37.223.xxx hide message replied to go to original board
Ht. 5'2", Start: 210 lb, Today: 211.2 lb (BMI %tile: 98), Goal: 130 lb - well im getting really discouraged i went back up to 211 from 203 to 211 i dont undrstand!!! :(( i need to be under 200 pounds by june 4!!! i can do it i just relly need to exercise!!! ughh man being overweight sucks is it possible for me to loose say hopefully 40 pounds by september? because thats my new goal
Reply From stace, Age 18 - 04/30/10 - IP#: 68.8.70.xxx show message replied to go to original board
:(
I know exactly how you feel! I use to be in the 180s and now I'm a pound away from leaving the 130s for good! And I use to be discouraged after bingeing and gaining my way back up to the start. But I always reinforced to myself that "if I lost that weight with hard work, why should I gain it back by easily having junk food in a short period of time?" And I get disgusted myself and I made goals like you did. And yes you can lose 40 pounds by September!! Just don't give up please!! You can do it!!
From scarlett, Age 17 - 04/03/10 - IP#: 75.97.152.xxx hide message replied to go to original board
Ht. 5'3", Start: 184 lb, Today: 184 lb (BMI %tile: 97), Goal: 110 lb - i was always a really thin kid. i wasn't stick skinny, but i was thin. from about 12-14, i got really fat. and i hated it. when i was 15, i lost so much weight. i was about 120 pounds. i didn't even exercise, it just randomly came off. i'm now 184 pounds. i was NEVER this big. and i hate it. I know, if I wanted a change, I'd make it. But, it's easier said than done. And people who struggle with weight, know exactly what I'm talking about. So gimme a break. I'm NOT saying I'm a victim! I'm miserable. I'm not trying to make people feel bad for me, but I wish things would change. If I'm sad, I eat. If I'm mad, I eat. If I'm happy, I eat. I've tried dieting so many times. I'd lose weight here and there, and I'd be good for a couple weeks. But then I'd indugle in really bad food one day, and then it would all come back, and I'd gain it all. I went to the park today, and had a really good workout. I was playing with my brothers kid, and playing football with my brothers, and it was really good. I mean we were there for 5 hours! But as soon as I came home, I ate so so much. It's like I couldn't stop myself. I jsut need some insight. I'm just wondering pretty much, if any of you had serious weight problems, and lost weight.. just to tell me your success story. How did you do it? What exercises, what'd you eat, how'd you stay so focused? I really need a change. For myself. Please and thank you!
Reply From stace, Age 18 - 04/04/10 - IP#: 68.8.70.xxx show message replied to go to original board
Hey Scarlett (:
I know exactly what you are going through because I too was around 181-185 not long ago and had the toughest time to STOP indulging in sweets and fast foods. I remember I would tell myself “you will run and lose this fat off once and for all†and I would and then a matter of hours past buy and I would be eating a bowl of ice cream. Pathetic eh? I know! I remember how distressing it would be to say you would lose the weight but lack any form of motivation and moments later you are back to scare one. It’s really hard! We know it’s hard but it gets easier after ingraining this in your mind. You have to teach yourself discipline and always repeat to yourself how much you want this and how much you want to end this battle as the winner. And its perfectly fine to get off track once in awhile but don’t let that be a crotch for you but allow it to motivate you even... (view more)Hey Scarlett (:
I know exactly what you are going through because I too was around 181-185 not long ago and had the toughest time to STOP indulging in sweets and fast foods. I remember I would tell myself “you will run and lose this fat off once and for all†and I would and then a matter of hours past buy and I would be eating a bowl of ice cream. Pathetic eh? I know! I remember how distressing it would be to say you would lose the weight but lack any form of motivation and moments later you are back to scare one. It’s really hard! We know it’s hard but it gets easier after ingraining this in your mind. You have to teach yourself discipline and always repeat to yourself how much you want this and how much you want to end this battle as the winner. And its perfectly fine to get off track once in awhile but don’t let that be a crotch for you but allow it to motivate you even more! I know you are capable of doing this because I lost 41 pounds and I NEVER EVER EVER EVER thought I would make it a week later. I promise you after the weight comes off after the first 2 months, which are the hardest adjustments in your life ^^, you will be so determined to NOT give up! Make sure you have motivation around you. Don’t have friends who tell you “you don’t need to lose weight†or “you won’t be the same after you lose the weight… you know that scarlett� You need folks who will help you stay persistent and not hinder you from your dreams! I know this because I lacked any form of motivation in my life and guess what? I found motivation through youtube videos who demonstrate REAL TEENS losing weight weight even in the face of adversary. I would subscribe to them and make sure that I’m also losing weight at a good pace! This really allows you to build motivation! Also about your eating habits I use to indulge in sweets A LOT and spicy foods lol. But now I replaced ice cream cones and chocolate chip cookies with strawberries and a cup of ONLY 40 calories Almond soy milk or Silk Vanilla of 100 calories. I bought smartbran organic cereal with cranberry and other fruits, this has a lot of dietary fiber and only 90 calories. Find alternatives to help you defeat your hungers late nights. I know its hard but you can do it! I remember I use to tell myself “you will be lucky to be out of the 80s, 70s, then 60s, then 50s, and now 40s. and on to the 130s†. I use to be one of the most laziest and unhealthy girls on the planet but after adapting these eating habits and exercise regimes I learned it was rather easy and worth the hard work. Please don’t give up! I know you are capable of losing the weight! xD And keep us posted!!!! (view less)
From scarlett, Age 17 - 04/03/10 - IP#: 75.97.152.xxx hide message replied to go to original board
Ht. 5'3", Start: 184 lb, Today: 184 lb (BMI %tile: 97), Goal: 110 lb - i was always a really thin kid. i wasn't stick skinny, but i was thin. from about 12-14, i got really fat. and i hated it. when i was 15, i lost so much weight. i was about 120 pounds. i didn't even exercise, it just randomly came off. i'm now 184 pounds. i was NEVER this big. and i hate it. I know, if I wanted a change, I'd make it. But, it's easier said than done. And people who struggle with weight, know exactly what I'm talking about. So gimme a break. I'm NOT saying I'm a victim! I'm miserable. I'm not trying to make people feel bad for me, but I wish things would change. If I'm sad, I eat. If I'm mad, I eat. If I'm happy, I eat. I've tried dieting so many times. I'd lose weight here and there, and I'd be good for a couple weeks. But then I'd indugle in really bad food one day, and then it would all come back, and I'd gain it all. I went to the park today, and had a really good workout. I was playing with my brothers kid, and playing football with my brothers, and it was really good. I mean we were there for 5 hours! But as soon as I came home, I ate so so much. It's like I couldn't stop myself. I jsut need some insight. I'm just wondering pretty much, if any of you had serious weight problems, and lost weight.. just to tell me your success story. How did you do it? What exercises, what'd you eat, how'd you stay so focused? I really need a change. For myself. Please and thank you!
Reply From stace, Age 18 - 04/04/10 - IP#: 68.8.70.xxx show message replied to go to original board
Hey Scarlett (:
I know exactly what you are going through because I too was around 181-185 not long ago and had the toughest time to STOP indulging in sweets and fast foods. I remember I would tell myself “you will run and lose this fat off once and for all†and I would and then a matter of hours past buy and I would be eating a bowl of ice cream. Pathetic eh? I know! I remember how distressing it would be to say you would lose the weight but lack any form of motivation and moments later you are back to scare one. It’s really hard! We know it’s hard but it gets easier after ingraining this in your mind. You have to teach yourself discipline and always repeat to yourself how much you want this and how much you want to end this battle as the winner. And its perfectly fine to get off track once in awhile but don’t let that be a crotch for you but allow it to motivate you even... (view more)Hey Scarlett (:
I know exactly what you are going through because I too was around 181-185 not long ago and had the toughest time to STOP indulging in sweets and fast foods. I remember I would tell myself “you will run and lose this fat off once and for all†and I would and then a matter of hours past buy and I would be eating a bowl of ice cream. Pathetic eh? I know! I remember how distressing it would be to say you would lose the weight but lack any form of motivation and moments later you are back to scare one. It’s really hard! We know it’s hard but it gets easier after ingraining this in your mind. You have to teach yourself discipline and always repeat to yourself how much you want this and how much you want to end this battle as the winner. And its perfectly fine to get off track once in awhile but don’t let that be a crotch for you but allow it to motivate you even more! I know you are capable of doing this because I lost 41 pounds and I NEVER EVER EVER EVER thought I would make it a week later. I promise you after the weight comes off after the first 2 months, which are the hardest adjustments in your life ^^, you will be so determined to NOT give up! Make sure you have motivation around you. Don’t have friends who tell you “you don’t need to lose weight†or “you won’t be the same after you lose the weight… you know that scarlett� You need folks who will help you stay persistent and not hinder you from your dreams! I know this because I lacked any form of motivation in my life and guess what? I found motivation through youtube videos who demonstrate REAL TEENS losing weight weight even in the face of adversary. I would subscribe to them and make sure that I’m also losing weight at a good pace! This really allows you to build motivation! Also about your eating habits I use to indulge in sweets A LOT and spicy foods lol. But now I replaced ice cream cones and chocolate chip cookies with strawberries and a cup of ONLY 40 calories Almond soy milk or Silk Vanilla of 100 calories. I bought smartbran organic cereal with cranberry and other fruits, this has a lot of dietary fiber and only 90 calories. Find alternatives to help you defeat your hungers late nights. I know its hard but you can do it! I remember I use to tell myself “you will be lucky to be out of the 80s, 70s, then 60s, then 50s, and now 40s. and on to the 130s†. I use to be one of the most laziest and unhealthy girls on the planet but after adapting these eating habits and exercise regimes I learned it was rather easy and worth the hard work. Please don’t give up! I know you are capable of losing the weight! xD And keep us posted!!!! (view less)
From julie, Age 15 - 08/20/07 - IP#: 208.120.162.xxx hide message replied to go to original board
Ht. 5'4", Start: 200 lb, Current: 200 lb, Goal: 150 lb - hey guys :) this is my first time here. why is it so hard to lose weight? i've.. tried so hard.. to say no to food.. but i just cant for some reason.. i've tried not eating for like two days.. by the third day i went crazy. i keep trying to give myself new motivations every day but.. sometimes i get so upset that i dont even care. i just really wish i could magically become skinny. i hope this doesnt sound like a drag to read :/ ..
Reply From Whitney, Age 18 - 08/20/07 - IP#: 70.187.1.xxx show message replied to go to original board
Dont worry we all have those days where u just wanna give up and plain not try anymore, so ur completely normal. And seriously i wish I could just wake up one day and be skinny but of course life isn't that easy. Here's my advice if ur just starting off. Use this place! Here we are all in the same position so use us when u have a bad day or need tips or whatever. Start posting on here what ur eating and what u are doing for exercise. Not only are people gonna comment on how u did but it will really help just typing in what u are doing for urself each day so u know. Good luck, stay strong!
From Crystal, Age 16 - 07/27/01 - IP#: 198.145.251.xxx hide message replied to go to original board
Hi, I'm 16 years old. 5'9" and about 170 pounds. I've been dieting for about a month now, and I've lost about 15 pounds. My goal is to lose more, but close to 20 pounds by Sept. I know I can do it because I've already losed 15 pounds, and I'm half way there. Lately though I've been cheating and sneeking in little bites of things, it seems like it's getting harder, or I'm just not handling the temptations very well. Anyway if anyone has any ideas or any sort of encourgement they could give me that would be great. And if you want you can e-mail me jcchic2003@yahoo.com Thanks
Reply From Lara, Age 18 - 07/27/01 show message replied to go to original board
giving in to a little temptation here or there won't kill you (sure it'll slow things down) you just need to work on your will power. say no and then just walk away, do something to take your mind off snacking.
|
