I'm battling the demons at the moment. I still want to loose weight but finding it hard to stay focused. I always get to around the 14.7/15 Mark and get at a sticking point I just need to push through it.
You hit the nail on the head there. Subconsciously you think of that mark as a barrier you can't cross so mentally you're almost preparing yourself to fail. I do the same thing roughly at a 200 lbs mark. The thing is. It's just a number. The trick is not to allow the number define or defeat you. Just push through it. Maybe try not to weigh yourself for a few weeks which will allow you to forget about the number and let you focus of hitting your goal. I promise you, it can be done. Just remain positive and fight though it. M x
I'm battling the demons at the moment. I still want to loose weight but finding it hard to stay focused. I always get to around the 14.7/15 Mark and get at a sticking point I just need to push through it.
Hey hun u can do it js keep it up n stay busy or have a nap/movie or srart watchin a series i strted watchin vreakin bas ysay lol may tke me one or two episodes to get into it lol bt after hearin so much gd reviews on it js had to start watching it hehe xx
You hit the nail on the head there. Subconsciously you think of that mark as a barrier you can't cross so mentally you're almost preparing yourself to fail. I do the same thing roughly at a 200 lbs mark. The thing is. It's just a number. The trick is not to allow the number define or defeat you. Just push through it. Maybe try not to weigh yourself for a few weeks which will allow you to forget about the number and let you focus of hitting your goal. I promise you, it can be done. Just remain positive and fight though it.
M x
Hi - sorry to hear you're struggling - we all do at times - but you've done too well to blow it now (listen to me - one who's done exactly that sooo many times!) hopefully with this site, OH's support and the willpower you obviously have, to get this far - you'll get over it.
Could you have a rethink about what you're eating - p'raps you're getting bored - or as the saying goes a change is as good as a rest?? There's lots of ideas here - would they help you change/enjoy what you're eating during this tough patch - good luck - hope the demons move on soon.
I think I'm going to hide the scales for a month or so. Measured my self and I've lost 6 inches off my hips and waist so I know I can do it and it's working. Thanks M x
May I recommend a tick chart for you to tick off the days or the weeks - sometimes a visual indication of seeing your initial goal (the wedding you're going to) can really help psychologically. And seeing it ticked off each day knowing you've had another good day could give you a buzz?! I'm making one up just to get through this week. I'm coming off plan Friday night and Saturday night and have planned nights off sat 1st and sat 8th too!! So going to make a chart to tick off as I can feel myself wavering into the 'oh you're coming off anyway' territory! Grr. Good luck hun! You'll do great Xx
As long as it knocks you out of ketosis then you should be fine. It's different for everyone as to what knocks them out. Drink water alongside your alcohol too. You'll be amazed how quickly you'll feel tipsy. I used to take aaaaaages before I felt drunk, but when I had a day off on the Cambridge diet I was halfway through my first drink and already felt that warm tipsy glow!! Was very unlike me!! Just listen to your body, if you start feeling a bit more merry then you thought you would after a few sips have a small snack and lots of water. I love a good tick chart! Lol Xx