I’ve lost 64 pounds in three years and yes, it hasn’t always been easy. Initially, I didn’t tell those around me about my change in diet because I didn’t want to fail “publicly”. But at some point I could no longer hide it: the weight loss was clearly visible, the first kilos fell quickly. Motivation was always huge for me as long as the numbers on the scales disappeared and compliments poured in.
Now the big but: If the fall suddenly stops, it can spoil the mood. It was the same for me in the beginning. Once during the holidays I feasted for several weeks in a row, treating myself to pizza, pasta and a coupe for dessert. The pointer on the scale easily went up a few kilograms. After the holidays, I ran to the gym like a wild and felt uncomfortable, at least for the first few days at home.
Routines have become second nature
Even when my weight loss stopped, it affected my mood, even though I was counting calories strictly six days a week and working out only one day a week. It was reassuring to me when I skipped the so-called “cheat day” a few times and was successful again. Because in the back of my mind, I always had the fear of going back to old patterns and gaining weight again.
At some point, it became clear that the new routines I had “practiced” for months had become a habit. As soon as everyday life returned, I was in my circle of acquaintances and ate a balanced diet, weighed and counted calories, my weight dropped again.
Holiday weights will drop again soon
During my weight loss journey, I became more and more aware that the numbers on the scale are only a guide. The number is affected by many factors: salty foods, the state of the female cycle or stress. Weight can fluctuate so much over a few days that a slightly higher number no longer surprises me.
Otherwise, if I just maintain my weight or gain something, I no longer drive myself crazy. I believe I’m back in my diet and I know it’s just human nature to fluctuate in weight. I’m a little bit heavier right now because I enjoyed the holidays to the fullest and without prohibitions. I am convinced that I will lose weight by next Christmas.