Diet Discussions - View Single Post - Im having such a hard time losing weight- what can I do?

I think it is about time to consider getting professional help.

I personally have lost and maintained 60 lbs off in the last two years. During this time, I started a site dedicated to healthy dieting and fitness training. I really do daily research and posting on this topic.

If you are trying to lose over 100 lbs, you should really consult your doctor first. Your diet journey will be different than someone trying to lose 10 - 30lbs. A healthy weight loss will be between 15 - 25lbs per month, and will take you approximately 5 - 8 months to lose then you have to go through your maintenance program. Your doctor can recommend a nutritionist (Jenny Craig and Weight Watchers do not qualify, sorry) which will be the best place to start. To lose that weight and lose it safely, you will need cut down on your food intake - whether it's low calorie count, low carbs, etc. But you need to do it right. Fad diets will increase future health problems for you if you maintain the same weight you have now. You will need to also start your fitness regimen whether you like it or not.

I'm a big believer that you can shed the pounds if you want to. But sometimes it just needs more than sheer willpower to achieve it. Good luck!

09-03-2006, 06:13 PM	#11 (permalink)
imaginarydivabc DD Beginner Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 13	I think it is about time to consider getting professional help. I personally have lost and maintained 60 lbs off in the last two years. During this time, I started a site dedicated to healthy dieting and fitness training. I really do daily research and posting on this topic. If you are trying to lose over 100 lbs, you should really consult your doctor first. Your diet journey will be different than someone trying to lose 10 - 30lbs. A healthy weight loss will be between 15 - 25lbs per month, and will take you approximately 5 - 8 months to lose then you have to go through your maintenance program. Your doctor can recommend a nutritionist (Jenny Craig and Weight Watchers do not qualify, sorry) which will be the best place to start. To lose that weight and lose it safely, you will need cut down on your food intake - whether it's low calorie count, low carbs, etc. But you need to do it right. Fad diets will increase future health problems for you if you maintain the same weight you have now. You will need to also start your fitness regimen whether you like it or not. I'm a big believer that you can shed the pounds if you want to. But sometimes it just needs more than sheer willpower to achieve it. Good luck! -------------------- Join me on my own Personal Journey on weight loss. Learn about healthy living, fitness styles and techniques, and pros and cons of dieting.