wstokes - Isn't it interesting how the introduction of something like a big box of candy into one's environment can throw a wrench in the works? Considering that nuts are ~2500 calories/lb vs potatoes at ~400, that substitution should definitely help.
Noella - Excellent! I'm delighted to hear your knees are feeling happier! I absolutely agree with you that MWL is more a lifestyle than a diet; it is so fantastic to have found a way of living that genuinely supports our well-being.
GreenFroG - Definitely a pretty good week! Give yourself a pat on the back for skipping the (I imagine) very rich dressing during that restaurant meal. All thumbs-up is always a laudable goal!
carwex - Down 1.5 pounds! I think setting the intention to be as close to fully adherent as possible is an excellent way to proceed, Carol. Staying active, feeling good, and being free of joint pain and underlying conditions seems like a wonderful state of being; congratulations! Do you have any intuition about why you found yourself taking those bites of animal food?
Moonlight - Goodbye to another pound! I think you made impressive headway this week! Keeping that evening snack adherent is a great change. I would very much encourage you to focus your goals on behavior, rather than a specific weekly weight loss number. While the results on the scale can be influenced by many factors outside our control, we have a great deal of agency over our pattern of behavior and the choices we make. From my perspective, concentrating on the process of change is the very best way to produce the outcomes we seek. Keep applying all the tools and knowledge you have accrued on your journey.
chef16 - Losing a pound is absolutely worth celebrating, Doreen! Not only that, but you appear to be making real progress in practicing the recommended behaviors. Keep chipping away at those little slips on your way to "full force." Do your enjoy frozen greens? Personally, I rely on frozen vegetables pretty heavily, especially for the off-season.
Gimmelean - I applaud your decision to make an honest, accurate report of these challenges. I would guess that this feedback from the scale was accompanied by some pretty big feelings; that is completely understandable. Keep in mind that, whatever the scale reads, just as you said, this is transitory, and changes can be reversed. By taking action and setting your sights on appropriate adjustments to your pattern of behavior, you are responding in a sensible and effective way. Behavior produces results, and you have the knowledge you need to support your efforts.
CindyD - Looks like another solid week! I agree with your assessment that this scale reading isn't concerning, especially since you've already taken action to adjust your added salt. I am SO looking forward to Spring! Carry on!
JaBee - Good progress! Preparation is nearly always rewarded with encouraging results. Keep doing the things that work for you.
Ejg -
Absolutely! Aim to consistently hit that 50/50 mark and the other recommendations, and the scale will cooperate in due time, Eric. Something that really helped me when I felt stuck was keeping a journal/food diary; it kept me from overlooking small things, made trends more visible, and allowed me to get ideas from other discussion board members when obstacles reared up.Ejg wrote:I know that if I continue to find ways to dilute my calories, weight loss will happen (eventually).
Ejg wrote:I'm not stopping.