I feel a cheat coming on

[britt997]

Today is now day 12 of inducton for me. The first 5-7 days the scale said the weight just flew away....20lb and I was happy now the scale is appearing broken and I am lost thinking that I didn't lose anything cuz the scale is junk. I don't own a measuring tape yet. I plan on splurging and getting a new scale, measuring tape, and exercize dvd this weekend....which will hurt financially, but anyway I did a pic when I started and another one tonight and I think I look larger in the pics from tonight.
Tomorrow I'll have to get my head together and just continue what I am doing cuz it has to work right???

[cincywbbw]

Re: I feel a cheat coming on

If you feel a cheat coming on then this is your best place. I know when the cravings hit me, I would post in my journal, read the book and wouldnt stop until the craving subsided.
You can do this!!
Good luck!

[Tiggs14]

Re: I feel a cheat coming on

Stay strong...stay away from the scale for a few days at the very least...look at what you've already lost in such a SHORT time period. It's working...don't cheat it is the worst thing you can do for youself right now.

Have you added something into your diet in the last few days? Is there maybe a food that isn't working for you that you need to eliminate or cut back on.

You can do this...congratulations on the HUGE loss.

[lbrowne]

Re: I feel a cheat coming on

I would bet the difference in the photos is either your mind playing tricks on you (known to happen to many!) or the more recent photo being closer up than the older one, if only by a tiny bit.

When taking your photos, wear the same outfit each time, stand in the same spot, and take from the same distance away, if at all possible. Record photos of front, back and both sides.

If you can't afford the scale, tape and dvd all right now, the measuring tape is by far the cheapest and you can add in different exercises that don't cost anything at all. Just ask for ideas if you need them.

Congrats on your successes so far!

~ Linda

[britt997]

Re: I feel a cheat coming on

Thank you all for your words! Believe me I listened, just got back from the store with a new digital scale and it says the same weight as the old one so I'm happy. I bought a measuring tape and will take measurements tonight and Ibrowne I did take the new photo a bit closer so I will take your advice and take them at the same distance next time, but for now I think I'll stay away from the camera!

[iwillbethin]

Re: I feel a cheat coming on

Good job staying in control! I to need to break out the measuring tape!

[Blackinese27]

Re: I feel a cheat coming on

Don't cheat!! You can so this....this board is very supportive!! I'll be rooting for you!

[ConfusedAndNeedHelp]

Re: I feel a cheat coming on

Just a note that if you have a dollar store nearby, most sell a small sewing kit in clear plastic so you can see what is in the package. They usually have a measuring tape in there that is about 6' long.