Ok so I got a Fitbit, now all I need to do is lose 2 stone

[MiamiNaice]

Got a Fitbit flex for my birthday.
I have a 2 year old DD and put on about 2 stone almost after pregnancy and can't lose it! well I can but I haven't been able to I struggle with portion size and eating my daughters leftovers
I've struggled with weight my whole life, never been happy, always been a bigger girl as they say. Before I got pregnant I lost a lot of weight and got to a place where I was almost happy, even though at the time I didn't realise it but I'd give anything to be back there now! I need to shift 2 stone to be somewhere near feeling good. I'm 34 and I work 2 days a week, I hate formal exercise so I think I might try being active as possible with DD and I'm also looking into a class but by evening time I'm wiped out. Anyway, any Fitbit tips? Any tips at all?
I really struggle with motivation, I feel so low about myself, hate myself and it affects my confidence as I think people can't like me if I'm fat and ugly. Just can't help feeling that way although no one except dp knows I feel that way but I struggle talking to other mums etc so it's generally making me feel alone and critical of myself.
Wow I didn't except to rant that much. Thanks for listening if you got this far

Snap!

I have a fitbit zip and I need to lose at least 2 stone.

I've been overweight but not too bad for my shape all my adult life. And then, since I turned 40, I have had a few health problems. I put on a stone when I was diagnosed with neuropathic pain. Then another stone when I had a hip problem finally sorted by an op that put me on crutches and limited me for a few months.

I don't mind exercise, but hate the gym and can't run because of my hip. I do zumba/dance fit and enjoy it, but have to be careful.

I've signed up to nutrafit on their 3 months for the price of 2 because i like the ease of calorie counting, but prefer the English site over the free, American myfitnesspal site.

I like to use the fitbit to keep an eye on my steps and to motivate me to get moving on lazy days. If it's nice I go for a walk. Other people suggest walking on the spot while the kettle boils etc.

It's more down to food than exercise though. I'm counting my cals. And cutting out snacks. I shall see how it goes!

Set yourself realistic daily targets . I have steadily lost 2 stone since getting mine . I have really found that it motivates me and I am so much fitter now . Good luck and enjoy the motivating emails and messages you get !

No tips but just wanted to say what a rare pleasure it is to read lose rather than loose on a weight loss thread

Good luck

I combined fitbit with Myfitnesspal. I lost 4 stone in a year. Just slow and steady. You can do it,

I combined fitbit with Myfitnesspal. I lost 4 stone in a year. Just slow and steady. You can do it,

Thanks, I do know for me that slow and steady is best. I've been dieting since 18 really so I know what works. I have to be strict but I just can't get motivated, weirdly I sometimes forget not to eat some bad food! How can that be??
I berate myself after. I don't have it in house but when out with the little one we go to cafes or the like and I'll have a biscuit or a tea cake or something without even thinking. My DP doesn't understand that, neither do I!
gonegrey who sends the messages? Is that from friends if I have any? I don't. I'm hesitant to look for people I may know as I don't want anyone to know how much I weigh.
Good luck Charley and thanks coughey

Fitbit send the messages when you sign on with your device, and link it to your phone or internet account . You enter your weight , height , age etc so that calculates your calorie goal per day . I think the pedometer function is pretty accurate . For example , my minimum daily goal is 10,000 steps, 15 flights of stairs and 30 active minutes walking (that's brisk striding out ) . I get an email saying 'nearly there , only 1,000 more steps" or "overachieved !" . Bit cringe making but works for me ! And like you, I would not share my personal details with friends but you can opt to go do if you want (not for me, ever ...,)
Good luck with it, go steady and you will see the weight coming off and your brain will register the proof that moving more really brings results .

gonegrey that's good to know it motivates you as you go along. I decided to be normal this week and see how much I actually do move/eat and then put a plan in place. Apologies to Choughed who complemented me on spelling and I go and balls her name up coughey is a good name though

How's everyone doing?

Well I've lost 3 pounds since having fit bit this week but then today I kind of over ate as we went out to dinner and I wasn't moving much so I bet you I put it all back on
This is how I go, need to break this habit.

I've lost 1lb. Not too bad considering I've had a few ups and downs and a mad busy week.

I need to stop eating rubbish. I've got down to 'goal' before now. I know what to do.
Actually doing it though - that's another matter.

It's half term this week and I'm planning on making sure I'm busy so I'm not tempted to snack at home.