All of that to write a TBH post.
TBH - I am struggling. I am struggling with the amount of food I am consuming and the kinds of food I am consuming. I have a lack of commitment and motivation. I can't seem to muster up that do or die consistency in healthy eating that I once possessed.
TBH - I am considering a rather drastic move. I do believe that one's lifestyle has to change in order to lose weight and keep it off. I know from my past experiences that going from diet method to diet method does not work. I know that I have to find a diet that can become my forever lifestyle, and not a passing fancy.
However, I am considering going on the HCG diet, physician assisted, in order to reach my goal weight. My physician friend would give me the HCG injections, as opposed to the drops and then there is the strict 500 daily calorie diet for 21 days. I know from other bloggers, it works. I also realize that I have to eat in moderation and make good choices in order to keep the weight off.
TBH - I am still exercising at least four days a week. I am doing a combination of running and walking and it feels good. I can feel the weight I've gained as I run. I can see the weight I've gained on my body. Exercise alone does not bring weight loss. It must be combined with a deficit of calories.
TBH - I haven't weighed in. I know that some believe that not weighing is being dishonest with bloggers and myself, however, I know what seeing that number will do to me. It messes with my emotions and I've come too far, having battled an eating disorder, to go down that road. So, I will give myself some time as I eat properly, and when my body starts to feel good again, my rings spinning, my clothes feeling less snug, then I'll do a weigh in and post it.
TBH - I still believe I can reach goal by September.1, 2011. Don't give up on me...I'm going to do it.
Eating less, moving more,
Dawne
16 comments:
No one's going to give up on you. You will get this done, if you don't quit. Period.
I've just come through a 10 month period of gaining (aabout 20 pounds), then bouncing up and down with the same 10 pounds. I have just gotten back on track in the last week.
Sadly, it's too soon to tell how well this is going to stick. But, it feels good this time as opposed to being artificailly pumped up, you know?
Said that to say, we all have slumps. Ride it out and you'll catch gears again, to mix metaphors.
As far as the hcg. Tempting. But with your medical situation with the PCOS, I'd check with your gyne--or whoever monitors that for you--first.
As you know, hcg IS a hormone derived from pregnant women. It ma be fine for you--but I'd ask if you haven't already.
The other thing, of course, is the fact that you can lose weight eating 500 calories a day without the hormone. I know they say it takes away the hunger and supercharges your body...but, still.
I'll be praying that God gives you wisdom.
Deb
Hang in there Dawne. I don't weigh when I know I've gained either. Who needs it? You'll be ok. It's a battle you've fought long and hard, so stay the course and stand. I haven't read much about HCG. Sometimes we need some help; hope you find the right answer. Praying for you. Mary O.
TBH- I am right where you are at and I ask myself..."How did I get here?"
I know that each of us can and will do this. Giving up is just not an option.
(((HUGS)))
I had to google "tbh." That last bit really struck me. It isn't about us giving up on you (not that we would). It is all about you not giving up on yourself, whatever that means to you.
Dawne, I just remembered. You probably have read this already, but some time ago I read about a diet that re-sets your metabolism; you eat certain foods, for a certain amount of days. Can't remember the name of it, but at the time thought it would be worth the try. Mary O.
I agree with Deb, you can lose weight at 500 calories withouth HCG. Question is...what does eating 500 calories a day TEACH you about a healthy lifestyle and maintaining?
I have been tempted, I have weight to lose...but I say it has to be done in a way that I can maintain forever.
You have done FANTASTIC so far, don't let the numbers get to you. Eat and exercise how you know to and your body will find its happy weight, no matter what the number.
I am doing medifast, and it equals about 900 calories a day. I am doing good but it is also something that once I reach my goal I will go off of and have to learn to eat right again.
I looked into the HCG however once I read what it is made of, I couldn't do it!
Good luck! Keep it up!
No one is going to give up on you. We will make sure you don't give up either. We're here...you can do this. Whatever your decision - I support you. Hugs.
Could never give up on you. :)
I'm not actually suggesting this - but it is another option that exists out there!
I had great success with some Fasting and Intermittent fasting....Many LoCarb people do it!
I think it taught me to somehow break the chains of food had on me... Now, when I'm hungry, I think back and tell myself I can miss a meal or a snack...
It's also a very Spiritual exercise. But it's also not for everyone.
Maybe these things just take time!
And trust that it will work out....eventually!
I hate that you have a loss of peace about
your progress! We are our own worst critics!
You are doing great, Dawne! TBH!
To your question.
Certain natural chemicals called catechins in green tea increase fat burning and stimulates themogenesis, the calorie burning process that occurs as a result of digestng and metabolizing foods.
Taken from the book!!!
Hey I won't give up on you!
No judgement here, you have to do what is right for you.
This is YOUR journey and you need to do what works for YOU. I just had a conversation with my mom this morning about how I am training for a half marathon, eating so much less and more consciously yet my weight is in the 170's. It frustrates me to no end. I just dont get it!!!! I have done Medifast out of desperation. And maybe someday i will do it again. I was upset when I was 161 and couldnt get into the 150's. I could kick myself now because now I struggle to see the 160's!!! Grrrr.
Hang in there Dawne. Once again we are in the same boat. So odd how we usually are!
Jennifer
No one is giving up on you.
Heck, this is my second time starting my lose 20 pounds in 10 weeks. I lost 15 pounds then gained it back. Now I'm fighting with the first five. First I lose, then I mess up and gain. Gosh, is there no room for error?
I've done this so many times and it never really gets easier. I don't feel like working out, but I do anyway. You just have to keep at it, Dawne until you things start to click again. And they will.
Like with running. It felt hard at first after not running for three months. But it's feeling easier now. Pretty soon it will become a place of solace for me.
You just have to remain vigilant and keep chugging along.
Hey you! I have been on vacation and not reading/blogging much so I just got caught up.
I am having serious motivation issues too!!! I am finally starting to feel the inkling that I am getting ready to be able to do this again.
Let me know if you do the HCG diet. I don't want to pressure you by any means, but I would be so so so so happy if it helped you get to goal! And the thing is, I know it would. It works. And if you do it right, the weight WILL stay off.
Yes, we have to learn moderation so we don't go down that road again, but it truly does reset your metabolism.
Whatever you decide, I'm here for you! If you have any questions, feel free to email me. I also have some great HCG recipes. =)
Big hugs!!!!
I noticed you commented on wanting to give hcg a try. I've considered this, but then I think I'll still have to learn to eat less and move more when that period of quick loss is over.
So, I most likely won't use hcg; however, I'm glad to know that I'm not the only one considering it when desiring to get over a "hump" in the road. Sometimes I feel like that would be the easy way out (even though eating only 500 calories a day is not easy).
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