I had a similar realization/ struggle this year. I live in leggings and yoga pants during colder months which are very forgiving with weight fluctuations. Summer arrived and NONE of my shorts fit, even my pair that was too big last summer. I guess a 25 pound difference means nothing to yoga pants but it means a whole lot when it comes to jean shorts!
29 jun. 20 por el miembro: DeliriumTrigger
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29 jun. 20 por el miembro: Sharons Victory
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I love how you think things through! You are a winner, Sharon, and it is so great to see you here more regularly! I wore skirts all the time for years... People probably thought I had something against pants or just liked looking more dressed up. 😁 I could hide a lot of fat with a smallish waist and loose skirt. Yay for jeans that help us when getting out a tape measure isn't happening. 😁 You have kept off the most part of a mighty big loss for a long time. We are cheering for you!
29 jun. 20 por el miembro: melissatwa
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You are definitely on the right track. I had to quit wearing pants/clothes with no fixed waistline after about the first year of working from home. I'm just better off if I get dressed and my pants have a waistline.
29 jun. 20 por el miembro: Katsolo
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A couple of mental health apps I recommend are sanvello and moodfit. I find them helpfully. Also The Zone , a journaling app. I think focusing on your mental health is really good idea. I personally find that when I am in a better place mentally, I eat better. Good luck!
29 jun. 20 por el miembro: Kathryn2242
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thank you Kathryn I'll look in to those!
29 jun. 20 por el miembro: Sharons Victory
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I’m with you all the way. I was feeling quite low the past few years and my weight went up. My husband signed me up for the Life Line screening. To my surprise most of my tests were good except cholesterol. I started a health journey that night. It’s taken me 4 months to lose 21 lbs. because my age and my efficient metabolism. That said, I am focused on health and every lb lost and not regained is a step in the right direction. I walk 4-6x a week, try to do vigorous exercise 2-4x week and fluctuate between 900-1400 calories (too low means my body goes into starvation mode - too high and I gain even at 1400 cals). You have got this. Focus on how you feel and measure foods. You can get back into those tight clothes.
29 jun. 20 por el miembro: Skippy2Me
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I really enjoyed reading your thoughts and look forward to following your journey!!
29 jun. 20 por el miembro: KatieMae26.2
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Hang in there lady. This year has certainly been a rollercoaster for many of us.
29 jun. 20 por el miembro: jeannieselby
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I can relate. This past year has been a roller coaster for me. My son is diabetic and went into kidney failure. He was on dialysis a long time getting ready for surgery. He had a kidney transplant just a year ago. I have a lot to lose, but set a short term goal and did pretty good with it, but lately, I am just tired of dealing and have let pounds creep up. Really need to get back to basics. I know I can do it. Have lost about 30 pounds since retiring, but have a ways to go. Emotional stress affects me.
29 jun. 20 por el miembro: Barb's Counter
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I can relate. This past year has been a roller coaster for me. My son is diabetic and went into kidney failure. He was on dialysis a long time getting ready for surgery. He had a kidney transplant just a year ago. I have a lot to lose, but set a short term goal and did pretty good with it, but lately, I am just tired of dealing and have let pounds creep up. Really need to get back to basics. I know I can do it. Have lost about 30 pounds since retiring, but have a ways to go. Emotional stress affects me.
29 jun. 20 por el miembro: Barb's Counter
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I agree with you about wearing pants. Nothing like wearing good pants with real waistband to let us know when we're gaining. Spandex is the devil!!!👹🙈
29 jun. 20 por el miembro: aintgotaname
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You've got this Sharon. ❤ And just to add to the frustration, United States does not follow a sizing standard. Size charts can be all over the place. It really depends on the cut and design, so don't put too much into the size. I completely agree, this is such a mind game. ❤
29 jun. 20 por el miembro: Becc@
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You just described my “work clothes” closet- about 30 dresses but only 5 pairs of pants. I wore the same dresses at 250 that I wear now at 300. Perhaps I need to buy more pants in the future...
Sharon, congratulations on your weight loss!
30 jun. 20 por el miembro: GibJig
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