Weight loss is not linear

[Arielle]

That was a good post, I feel that way all the time, like I'm not losing the weight as fast as others. I just keep thinking that I'm going to stick with it. Good things come to those who wait, right?

[Moochiecat]

They truly truly do! :yes If you would have told me a year ago that I would be 42 pounds lighter in a year, I would have rolled my eyes at you and not have believed a word of it.
Regardless of how fast or slow I've lost my weight, the fact remains that I have lost it, and it's gone. In a few years it's not going to matter how long it took me to lose my weight anyway...I'll just be happy to be slimmer and that's what's important. :icondance

[fancypantstomatch]

Thank you so much for that post, I've been "creeping" around the boards, but have never posted. You've made me feel so much better. My first week on induction I lost 6 lbs, the second week I lost 4 lbs, and this week I haven't lost any ensive I was horrified, of course TOM is due in two days, so there you go. Anyway I just wanted to thank you for lifting my spirits, and giving me a reality check. :hug

BTW congratulations on how well you've done! Last year at about this time my DH and I went on Atkins, and I lost 30 lbs. And then it happened... EASTER, I was filling my sons easter basket, and I thought, "One twix isn't going to hurt" HA!!! I gained it all back plus another 30 lbs. This year no candy will come into this house at any time, for any reason!

[Moochiecat]

:hug Nikki

Just take it a day at a time, a meal at a time, even a bite at a time if that helps you get by. :yes

[atkinsinseattle]

:yikes Woa! I could just bawl.

I weighed in week 4 and nada... not a single # I was so...... HUNGRY!!!
There is an evil empire kryspy cream store blocks from my house. I drove past it today on my way to the grocery store and stayed CLEAN ON INDUCTION...

I think the tears are about the break through of not giving up on MYSELF, ONE MORE TIME.

Thanks for your support. and notes from those who've gone before me about plataues & the non linear loss of wt.

I will also re-read and fine tune.

Induct. says Cheeses and blank can cause metabolic resistance should I ditch the cheeses? Mayo is On acceptable foods list but contains sugars too whats up with that?

I am stickin to my :guns GUNS!
I HAVE MADE A DECISION
I AM GONNA DO THIS!!!!
I am gonna push myself harder on the treadmill!!!

hang in there.

[atkinsinseattle]

:yikes Woa! I could just bawl.

I weighed in week 4 and nada... not a single # I was so...... HUNGRY!!!
There is an evil empire kryspy cream store blocks from my house. I drove past it today on my way to the grocery store and stayed CLEAN ON INDUCTION...

I think the tears are about the break through of not giving up on MYSELF, ONE MORE TIME.

Thanks for your support. and notes from those who've gone before me about plataues & the non linear loss of wt.

I will also re-read and fine tune.

Induct. says Cheeses and blank can cause metabolic resistance should I ditch the cheeses? Mayo is On acceptable foods list but contains sugars too whats up with that?

I am stickin to my :guns GUNS!
I HAVE MADE A DECISION
I AM GONNA DO THIS!!!!
I am gonna push myself harder on the treadmill!!!

hangin' in there. All of ya'll too.

I had rapid loss in the first 3 weeks and its slowin down...
I am gonna turn up the heat in this fat burning furnace :icondance

[NICKNACK]

IT HAS BEEN HARD BUT WELL WORTH IT, I LOST 40LBS SO FAR AND HAVE 40LBS TO GO. HAVING A GOOD SUPPORT GROUP AND FAMILY AND GREAT EXERCISE TECHNIQUES WILL HELP ALOTTTTTT!!!!!!!!!!

[atkinsinseattle]

Hey all!

I haven't checked in in a while. Things are going well. The latest is that I have lost 35#. the first 25 came off in the first month next I seemed to platue. I studied ha hard and took the suggestion to Cut out creme cheese. I stuck at platue for another week. I had an up coming dental surgery so Knowing I was gonna be eating soup and nothing but for 4-5 days after I chose the two days before to throw myself a Carbo loading party. Uniformly I took care of all my cravings, peanutbutter sandwitches with my homemade strawberry freezer jam. krespy kremes, spaghetti, pizza. My energy level crashed and I felt week and lethargic. It is very obvious to me that I have a strong allergy to gluten or wheat. not only does it make me fat but it robs me of energy. I healed from dental surgery on soups mostly 2 days then back to induction phase. This time completly clean for 2 weeks. My energy shot back up on the 3rd day of induction. I don't indulge in cravings as they arise for carb rich foods because now I am conditioned with the knowing that My energy will fall for 3 or 4 days if I eat it. recomitting to this way of life. I lost another 10 # in about 10 days and I feel great! My goal is to lose 30 more pounds of fat which would put my weight at 180# with strength conditioning and upper body building 190 may be a healthier frame for my 5'11 broad shouldered body. We will have to fine tune when we get there. I am feeling so confident that It is allready on the way and Thanks so much to all of you for your support. when I feel like acting out (carbo partying) I read this board and e-diet success stories. I catch myself noticing triggers for emotional eating and call a friend in recovery with eating disorders to share ups and downs and it really helps. If your new hang in there. Weight loss happens quick, quick and slow as molasses on a January morning sometimes but don't give up and eat the molasses moments. Too much sugar! :yikes

Do your thing, beautiful people I believe in you and me
huge hugs, Todd

[soliwit]

This was exactly the post I needed, thanks so very much Moochiecat !!!
I was not gonna give up, but I did feel more and more insecure seeing the same weight for weeks now, but it is pobably true, my body needs to adjust, I just needed someone to put it down in words and well, you found the right ones, thanks again !

[Moochiecat]

You are most welcome!

I myself have been hovering around the same weight for quite some time...like 5 months, actually :yikes so I have to take my own advice and remember that sooner or later my body will catch up to me if I'm eating properly and exercising regularly.

It's all about patience, diligence, and ...well..patience. :yes