Anyone want to join me in losing 10 stone?

[FMyUterus]

So today I got accepted for ivf. Put on the waiting list and been told it's likely to be 2022. That's fine! But in that time I need to get my bmi to 25 and under. It's currently 52, judge away I know I've mainly done this to myself. Eating my feelings, steroids for my Crohns and mirtazapine haven't helped, but it's mostly me. I'm in hospital until Wednesday because of a molar pregnancy but on Thursday evening I've signed up for an exercise shred, 4 x classes a week and a calorie goal to stick to.

I can do this. I HAVE TO DO THIS.

So if you also have weight to lose or just want to watch a fatty transform her life in 18 months join in! There is no judgement here.

Today's weight 20 stone 4 pounds (I know because I was weighed for my treatment and I cried but it's over now. Good bye that weight, I will never see you again)

I will also be trying to walk 10k steps a day and god help me if I don't do it at work when I'm back there the dog isn't going to know to what's hit her!

I'm also going to try and practice intuitive/ mindful eating.. I'm getting used to it in hospital as the food is shit but also I'm using the calm app for my emotions and I'm trying really hard to deal all with all the shit that's going on in my head and not eat away my feelings.

I'll be using this as a blog/ diary if no one joins me so don't feel like you have to join in :) but if you want a safe space to talk about wanting to weigh less or you're thinking about doing it but don't know where to start or you just want to chat about how shit it is to be addicted to food/ have learnt to use food as a coping mechanism then welcome :)

But there is no body shaming here, no fat shaming, no thin shaming, everyone is different let's do this

Best of luck to you, you can do this, you WILL do this.

Ok so 10 stone is approx 140 pounds or the weight of a new born giraffe, I'm going to feel so much better after this. Let's get this show on the road!

Tomorrow I have ordered weetabix (it's the least disgusting option for breakfast, a salad for lunch and casserole for tea.. but the options with the sausage and bean casserole are chips and potatoes I might ask DH if he can meet me in reception with a salad from M&S and some fruit so I can eat a bit better whilst here.

Fair play to you. That is a long term project and I wish you success. I’m not in the weight loss market but I wanted to wish you luck. You can do it! Read inspiring stories to spur you on.

@Iamthewombat thank you!

@WindowsSmindows thank you so much

Good luck! I recommend an Apple Watch for fitness tracking and motivation if you have cash to spare. 💪💪💪

@HappytheElf I have an Apple Watch on order! Decided to bite the bullet today and just buy one (with Black Friday) I'm going to use it to help, it does look good

Good luck! Why is it so difficult to eat healthily in hospital?!!! If you have time on your phone maybe try to plan how to buy ingredients and cook some healthy meals once you are out? Or identify some healthier ready cooked options . Its boring, but eating to a pretty set menu worked for me.
It sounds like you have been through a lot already, and have another recovery in front of you as well, so I hope you can find some -alternative ways to look after yourself/ treat yourself. Best of luck!

Hi ... I have a similar amount to lose and would love to buddy up xx

I have the same amount to lose, I'm right here with you 💪🏻

Same, I need to lose 8 - 10 stone. Would love some weight loss buddies who know what it's like to be massive. Currently wearing size 28 on top, 26 bottoms.

I have a lot to lose as well so will join you . Good luck .

Well done for starting. I joined SW a year ago at a BMI of 54, 23st1. I'm now 16st11 with a BMI of about 39. You absolutely can do this, you have the right mindset. I truly believe that successful weight loss is all about mindset. It doesn't matter what eating plan you follow as long as you follow basic healthy eating principles, but nothing will work if you don't truly want it to, and it sounds like you do. Stay positive and accept that this is a long term change and don't worry too much about short term blips. Over the last 14 months I've had weeks with big losses, weeks with small losses, weeks with big gains and weeks with small gains. But overall I've lost a huge amount of weight and that's all that matters.

One thing I would say though is don't put too much pressure on yourself to do loads of exercise if you aren't used to it. Exercise is great for health but won't make as much difference to your weight as you might think. Depending on which study you look at about 80-90% of weight loss is down to food, the rest is exercise. See the exercise as a bonus but not the be all and end all.

I have about 8 stone to lose. I'm in.
Thinking about trying low carb again, but it will be hard with DH home all the time now as he eats a lot of bread so I can't rid the house of it.

Good luck!

Agree with the amount of weight loss from exercise vs food, but what (even just a nice walk every day) exercise can do is to provide an emotional & mental boost, fresh air, motivation and take some focus away from food

Wishing you luck OP, it is possible and you sound like your head is in the right space!

I've lost a good amount of weight (not 10 stone but not too far off) and did it by low carbing. You have to be strict but it really does kill your hunger cravings and I'm so much better off for it. Also don't start all guns blazing with the exercise, I find its better to build up to it. I started by walking a little every day, tracking steps and getting at least 10,000 everyday (which is surprisingly easy) and after a few months I joined a friendly gym and started C25K.

Good luck 😊

I'm concerned that you are worried about eating potatoes. How have you worked out your calorie allowance? There is nothing wrong with potatoes and you really must avoid the all or nothing mindset that leads people to slash their calorie consumption and give up all the food they like because it's not 'diet' because that inevitably leads to falling off the wagon.

Good for you and what a special goal to aim for.
I have 8 stone to lose, currently size 24.
I just feel I have tried every plan going and don't know where to turn next.
Any advice welcome.

@CodenameVillanelle

I'm concerned that you are worried about eating potatoes. How have you worked out your calorie allowance? There is nothing wrong with potatoes and you really must avoid the all or nothing mindset that leads people to slash their calorie consumption and give up all the food they like because it's not 'diet' because that inevitably leads to falling off the wagon.

I agree with this. I am logging my food on MyFitnessPal and eating everything I want and still losing! As long as I don't go over my daily total calories (1200) I eat what I fancy. MFP is definitely helping me curb portion size!

Also @FMyUterus setting up an Instagram and a quick snap of your meals each day for 'accountability' can work wonders! It has for me.

All the best to you!

I also have around 8 st that needs to go and I need to get on the programme. I'm just not quite sure what programme yet! I fail every day and eat too much, lockdown has added 2 stone since March. I'd love to hear some ways people have managed to lose so much. It's all a bit overwhelming!?!

Maybe read Tom Watson’s book Downsizing? He lost a ton of weight by changing mindset. He does intermittent fasting which works for me too I lost the 2 stone I needed to lose and have kept it off. It’s a change of mindset rather than a “diet” as you need to keep it up.

Best of luck! I am the other way round and had 5(ish) stone to lose after IVF and eventual pregnancy, and am about 4 stone down. Just wanted to mention (not sure if relevant, if you are NHS/private or another country) but to qualify on nhs in the north west it was a BMI cut off of 30, rather than 25. Still aim for the big 10, but just wanted to mention in case it gave you a bit of a buffer?

1200 is fine for some people but DEFINITELY too little for the OP. This is why I ask how she worked out her calorie allowance.

Hi.

6 stone for me. Would love to join. X

Wishing you all the best for weight loss and ivf. X

@CodenameVillanelle

1200 is fine for some people but DEFINITELY too little for the OP. This is why I ask how she worked out her calorie allowance.

Yes I agree - that's my calorie intake, I wasn't suggesting it as appropriate for the OP. Sorry for not making that clearer.