Just two more pounds....

[mikki]

It's finally paying off. I've been riding somewhat regularly for the past year, and yesterday I weighed 202 bare-butt nekkid. I have lost 28 lbs. in the last year. I haven't been this little in 16 years!!!! My big goal is 160, but below 200 will suit me fine for right now. Any tips on how to get this going??? I seem to be changing shape, but the weight isn't really going anywhere. I think I'm building muscle.. Thanx. Mikki

[Mia]

Way to go Mikki! There is nothing quite as motivating as seeing those numbers on the scale. I find it hard to believe something so fun can be so good for us! You are right, you're losing body fat and gaining muscle, that's why you are changing shape when the numbers aren't changing as much. If you get a body fat monitor scale, it's even more motivating. Plus, the more muscle you build, the more calories you will burn. Congratulations on losing those 28 pounds

[singletrackmind]

Way to go!

[KSH]

Way to go!

Just remember... calories in = calories out. And if you want to lose pounds... the calories out must be more than the calories in.

It's just that simple.

[latelatebloomer]

Good for you, Miki!! You are accomplishing what so many can't or won't. I'm no expert on quickening the process ( from what I can tell, my fat cells are also part super-glue ) but are you drinking enough water? Are you doing something in the morning - some yoga or stretching or dancing to Aretha - to warm up your metabolism for the day? Let me know what helps you keep that number moving down. We all know the value of building muscle, but I, too, really lust after leaving the 200 club. What a psychological kick that will be. Send me a postcard, since you're gonna beat me there!

And good for you again! An ex-junkie once told me that losing weight was harder than kicking heroin. You are make of strong stuff!

[caligurl]

along with the calories in = calories out advice (and you actually need less calories in than out).... what you eat matters too! eat clean! eat whole foods! no fast food (or rarely... as a treat).... GOOD carbs (no white bread, white pasta, white rice.... stick with brown!) no or limited sugar.... soda's are empty calories (even diet soda has junk in it!)

[bikerchick68]

yep, all good words here... I have learned to substitute my snack selection with fruit... need something to munch? eat an apple... I try to make sure I am taking in plenty of natural fiber... fruits, veggies, and beans

yeah, I'd rather have a Snickers but I sure like how my jeans hug my behind when I stick with the apples...

congrats on your loss... as a lifetime Weight Watcher I KNOW how hard it is to lose that weight!!! way to go... Looking forward to hearing about the first weigh in under 200!!!