kew Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 And I lost only 2.5 lbs? Really? Since I cheated & stepped on the scale about 10 days in, I know I was at that number then. This surprises me because I am fitting better in my clothes. I can see more definition in my arms and upper waist. I even think I see a little trimming in my thighs. The small loss as per scale makes me wonder if I should doubt my eyes. But I don't think so: I don't think I am seeing changes that are not real. I was planning to continue with another Whole30 anyway, but I am a little discouraged by that number on the scale, despite my "non-scale victories." Since no one has commented on my looking better in the last month, either, I guess those NSVs are pretty small. Which is no reason to dive into a donut, but it is, again, a little discouraging. I think I will go for a run. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Tom Denham Posted September 19, 2012 Moderators Share Posted September 19, 2012 I never lost more than 2 or 2.5 pounds in a month, but I kept losing that much every month for 15 months when I started eating the Whole30 way. Hang in there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bridget Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 I have seen small changes as well, and feel much better and am definitely sleeping better. I was going back and forth about getting on the scale when I finished my whole30 on Saturday-decided against it, because knowing myself, it would have more than likely disappointed me. I've been hung up on that number FAR too long ! My husband finished up a day after me and had lost 9 pounds. That's good-but knowing how it always goes, I know I would have lost a lot less.I am oblivious- but happy, and am continuing on full steam ahead, not sure when/if I'll ever check out the scale. Temptation is there,of course, but my wanting to feel good about myself for reasons other than that stupid number outweigh that temptation. Keep going- and I am sure those things you notice have not gone by unnoticed by others-just think what another month of awesome eating will do for you. I echo Tom- Hang in there !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kew Posted September 19, 2012 Author Share Posted September 19, 2012 Thanks, Bridget & Tom. Your responses were/are very helpful and reassuring. I'm definitely hanging in there. If nothing else, I love the feeling of being in charge of whether I drink wine or eat sugar or bread.... before, it sort of felt like the wine/bread/sugar was in charge.... I am in this for the long haul as a lifestyle. I don't mean that wine and such are off the menu forever, but I do mean that I intend to keep them as occasional treats, not crutches or habits. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bridget Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 My thoughts EXACTLY !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delaine Ross Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 This is why scales are bad measurements of progress. I did a hydrostatic body fat test before and after my Whole30. Weight did not change at all, but I lost 3 pounds of fat and gained 3 pounds of muscle. Don't you worry about that scale! Worry about how you feel and how your clothes fit if fat loss is the goal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roseann0461 Posted September 20, 2012 Share Posted September 20, 2012 I gave up weighing myself trying to get over my obsession with the number on the scale. Come to find out the test I have coming up for my husband's insurance measuring BMI height and weight and judging if your overweight!!! No wonder why people (like me) are obsessed with the scale. I am ready to argue my point with them. I feel great. My clothes fit and am able to run better. But according to "their" chart I know they are going to tell me I am overweight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deblinne Posted September 20, 2012 Share Posted September 20, 2012 When I started eating paleo and doing crossfit, I gained 15lbs, but wear the same size clothes. I could care less about the scale as long as my belly isn't hanging over my jeans. On whole30 because my belly started hanging over my jeans... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ladyhoward Posted September 20, 2012 Share Posted September 20, 2012 I am on Day 16, but I can see a difference as well in how my clothes are fitting. I was able to pull my pants off without unbuttoning them - that to me is SUCCESS!! Not sure what the scale will say, but I FEEL better and have much more control over my choices, just like kew was saying. So, it won't really matter what the scale says. I will still get on there because I'll be curious. But for the first time in my life, that number will no longer define me. My restored health will. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derval Posted September 20, 2012 Share Posted September 20, 2012 for the first time in my life, that number will no longer define me. My restored health will. Love this! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhcowan Posted September 20, 2012 Share Posted September 20, 2012 Oh, I am so glad you posted! I am on Day 31 today as well, and lost THREE pounds! I was so disappointed because I felt like it would be more like 8-9. My clothes fit better and I have lost a lot of bloat, I was expecting more. But, so many other good things have happened that I am going into my second Whole30. We'll see. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robin Strathdee Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Just to add to the reassurances - when I made the change in my diet, I lost 0.4lbs. LESS THAN HALF A POUND. In 6 weeks. But I lost 2 or 3 pants sizes (depending on how you count). The changes you see in your body are just the proof you need. Congratulations on your success and your newfound mindset! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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