As I mentioned yesterday, I gained two pounds this week. I was really stoked for a loss. I was certain that when I stepped on that scale I would be down. I'd done everything right and I was sure I would be appropriately rewarded.
After I found out I'd actually gained, I found myself wanting to check the scale yet again. Twice yesterday I had to stop myself from hopping on "just to check." I'd even decided that maybe I'd weigh in again this morning. This is after I'd weighed myself THREE times yesterday morning because I COULD NOT BELIEVE that I'd gained.
Insanity.
It is absolutely ridiculous that I should allow a number on the scale to affect me that much. I DID eat healthy. I DID exercise. I even started a stretching program. I feel so much better than I did before I got back on program--my depression is all but gone, I'm motivated to do things, and I feel strong and in control. Why on Earth would I allow a two pound gain to affect that? It makes no sense whatsoever.
I'm not going to weigh in for a month. I'm too affected by what the scale sales, and it's not healthy. I've been doing well in that I've only being weighing in once a week, but I can see that stinkin' thinkin' creeping back in and I won't stand for it. No way.
P.S.: Can I just say that even though I didn't take the picture on today's entry, I've been on the Bosphorous and I've seen this view. It soothes my soul to think of Istanbul. I would go back there in a heartbeat.
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11 comments:
Big, big hug for you today. Please remember that you are a great inspiration to me. I believe in you, and I know you'll plow through this numbers game with flying colors.
Rebecca
Way to throw out the scale for a while.
Have you taken your body measurements? I looked around, but I didn't see an entry. I might have missed it.
What type of exercise program are you doing? I see you do alot of work on the treadmill.
You body may have adjusted to your routines. You may want to increase some intensity levels within your current routines. Not alot just enough to create a slightly more stress on your body.
I see you want to start strength training, have you done anything with dumbbells. Sparkpeople has a great line on Youtube that you can follow from home.
You're staying positive and focused and that's what counts. Feeling better and more energetic is so much more important than that dumb scale number!
I think your decision to not weigh in for a month is a great idea. The numbers always mess with my mind, too... even if I've done everything right that week. I think that as females, our weights just normally go through fluctuations each month, sometimes for no apparent reason, and we cannot really trust the number on the scale each week.
So... try not to let it bother you. I'm sure you'll be pleased in a month. Hang in there! :)
Aww I am so sorry to hear the numbers are getting to you. *BIG HUGS* taking some time off from weighing should help.
That photo is BEAUTIFUL!!
Have a SUPER week!
*huggles*
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Hey, right there with you on that whole insanity thing. Why let such a stupid thing get us down? I went to the gym, did my gliding class and feel so GREAT!
Like Cindy said, take body measurements. I did that and won't do it again for a month. I think that's where I want to focus--not the scale.
And can I say how MUCH I want to go to Istanbul? I turned 40 this year and I think that will be my treat.
Hi - I gained, too. Even though I had done everything right. I was totally obsessed by it all day long on Saturday! I guess we just need to focus on doing the right things and the scale will come along when it decides to. Or not - maybe I should do like you and let go of the number for awhile! Best of luck to you.
You could be adding muscle ... hang in there. You're smart to put the scale away for a bit, because if you stay on track and have reasonable expectations you'll be pleased the next time you get on it.
The scale is a liar. Stupid scale.
Yaay for chucking the numbers! You are doing so very many things right. The scale will follow; meanwhile, keep on doing the great things you're doing!
Nicole....
Thanks for the pick me up and the advice the other day. I don't think you realize how much of an inspiration you are to me and many others!
Numbers mean nothing...its how you FEEL inside. Your doing all of the right things....so its just a matter of time.
Remember..."This too shall pass"
{{{{HUGS}}}}}
Lose the scale! I think you're doing great!
I weigh monthly for just this reason, the scale can vary the scale can lie. To gain a pound you have to have an extra 3500 calories, if you know you didn't have an extra 7000 calories in a week, that two pounds is a lie.
I'm so much more sane weighing in once a month.
I second the spark people recommendations. I use them to track my water, calories and exercise most days and I find it very helpful
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