I fell like I am destined to stay this weight forever

**ladyinred** · July 5, 2006, 08:39 AM

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Oh Sarah sweetie. I have no idea what you are going through and so, no advice to give. Just a big hug {{{{{{{{{{{{{{{Sarah}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}. You look so great. Do you have a lot left to lose? Hang in there sweetie, you'll get through this. And size 12? That's awesome girlie and you know it! Don't be sad.

**iyamamaschke** · July 5, 2006, 08:42 AM

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YA I still got about 30 to go not a lot left but man I never thought I wouldn't lose for months on end even 2 pounds would make me really happy.

Thanks girl the HUGS are much appreciated

Sarah

**Sweet_Sadie** · July 5, 2006, 08:47 AM

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I wish I could do more!

**Terry** · July 5, 2006, 08:50 AM

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I cant say that I understand what you are going thru but I sure can feel for ya. {{{{Sarah}}}}

You really have accomplished a great deal and look at the body you have to show for it. You have done an amazing job of creating a new healthier Sarah. Hold on to that right now to keep you going until you can figure out what is going on.

I wish you a trip from whooshie soon!

**iyamamaschke** · July 5, 2006, 08:54 AM

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Thanks a lot I am really thinking about BLOWING up my scale WITH Dynamite and having a scale Burial. K I am going to go and take the batteries out of that stupid thing and put it up high and just not weight

Sarah

**ttdriver** · July 5, 2006, 09:22 AM

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Sarah:

Its summer. We all retain water in the heat which shows up on the scale. My advice would be to toss the wretched thing! You know you haven't eaten 42,000 calories (that's 12 pounds worth) ... so its gotta be water.

Not to mention you've been sick .. which causes your body stress and we all know that stress wreaks havoc with the scale.

You need to relax .. do some deep breathing exercises. Get more rest if you can. I'm talking serious sleep here. Let your body recover.

Increase your water. Drink until you can't drink any more and be sure you take your vitamins.

AND STAY OFF THE SCALE.

Betty

**ValidRouge** · July 5, 2006, 09:23 AM

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I put this in your journal, but I'll say it here too.

Okay, we know that ...

wait...

First, WOOHOOO on the size 12 pants...petite size even! That's outstanding!

we know that muscle and fat weigh the same but muscle takes up less room on your body. we also know that you are a weight lifting, running MANIAC. Here is my theory: you are gaining muscle at the very least the same rate as you are burning fat. You possibly are even gaining muscle at a FASTER rate than you are melting fat!!! That would result in gaining pounds but being smaller...and you ARE smaller. Look at the pictures, look at those size 12 pants, Sarah!

We all know that fat loss slows down as we get closer to goal...but you've really ramped up your weight lifting and running routines. Look at the muscular legs that runners have...their hams and quads are magnificent. The weight lifting too is building some fantastic muscles on your body. You've worked really hard at training your body and maybe it's become extremely efficient at building muscle.

**mirna05** · July 5, 2006, 09:23 AM

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Sara, you are an example to everyone, cheer up!! a size 12 is amazing!! I almost never post but when I sign in the first time I do is check your pics and the amazing change you have acomplished you are a motivation. Maybe you are building muscles and burning fat or retaining water. If you get stressed it is going to be harder to loose that weight. I am sure your endocrinologist is going to help you a lot.

Remember that stress is not good for the good bacteria, and yeast is not a good allied.

I dont know if you remember Neysa (girasol909 in the spanish forum) She dropped a lot of pounds and stalled for 6 months, doing everything by the letter.

As soon as she quited some foods like cheesse, nuts, mayo, mushrooms, even splenda, and started taking probiotics and OoO and garlic, in a month she dropped all the pounds she didnt for six months.

**Suzanne_H** · July 5, 2006, 09:41 AM

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Hi Sarah! Just wanted to encourage you and say that you are one of the folks who really inspire me on the boards. Stay the course and you won't regret it. *****HUGS*****

**sallyseachange** · July 5, 2006, 09:55 AM

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Sarah... you look fantastic! You've worked sooooo damn hard! It's paid off and it shows. Don't fall by the wayside pleeeeeeaaaasssseee. You are such an inspiration to all.

It's true the scale can be a real so-and-so for long periods, particularly as you get nearer goal...but if you hang in there, it'll happen.

Was interested in what Betty said about retaining water in summer. Is that really true, Betty???? Phew! Good to know (and I didn't). We've been having a horrid heatwave here and I've had that bloaty, "clothes tight" feeling since the temps hit the upper 90s. It shows on the scale too, which is a bummer.

That could be part of the prob Sarah... or maybe your body is just taking a sabbatical from weight loss.

Don't despair! Give it time (yeah, I know.... more time!). You are so focused you'll make it for sure. I'm absolutely positive. Big huggles.
Sal

**msnicksmom** · July 5, 2006, 10:07 AM

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THrow the dang scale away first of all.

Then, make sure you are giving your body enough fuel to burn with the way you exercise and move, so it doesn't have to collect the fat! 500 below your BMR might be too low and might be be too low in fat or in carbs.

Also, what is your cardio workout like? Eventually our bodies get used to that level and we need to work it harder to burn the same fat.

But these are just devils advocate thoughts, I REALLY think you are sad because the metal monster told you that you are still fat...but he LIES!!!!

You know it, but I'll say it again, you have the REST OF YOUR LIFE to think about. What the scale says today or this month or this year does not matter, you are creating eating and exercising habits that will keep you healthy the rest of your life if you keep them up.

LOVE YOU. Seriously, I want to send your sucess story to every woman I've ever heard say, I can't exercise. And also to every dang mag that shouts "10 lbs in 3 days" which we all know comes back. You are a REAL woman with REAL success and I love you for it.

Hugs
Denise

**G-Mom** · July 5, 2006, 10:19 AM

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I feel for you, Sarah! The scale can make or break even the most determined person's day, can't it? Like everyone says, please don't be sad! Remember that no one sees your weight but you! They only see your body and that looks dang good!

You have defied every obstacle in your way to lose the weight you have and you run marathons--HELLO!! I sure as heck can't say that, and never will! Hang in there and do something for yourself like try on your biggest pants and watch them fall off you, then put on those size 12s and dance around!!! Hugs to you, dear!!!

**staziaw** · July 5, 2006, 10:22 AM

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Hi Sarah! I just wanted to give you hugs!! You have done so well and should be proud of your accomplishments!

I agree with TT and others, put the scale away. Focus on your clothes.

I'm sending you big big love!

Stacy

**Roshen** · July 5, 2006, 10:30 AM

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much love Sarah! You are great and you inspire me so much, so please hang on there and treat well yourself. Get some rest and relax!

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