I know what you mean about the weather changing so you just want to eat and sleep. Thats all I want to do too!!! You have done so well, you made your goal!! You have maintained and been a great motivator for so many, myself included!! You just need to remember the reason behind your goal, what made you push yourself that far, that hard? Grab onto that and get back in there!!
10 Oct 18 by member: Klynn82
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Hang tough!!
Obvious you are doing very well! Sometimes you just need to hear it from others! 😉 😘
10 Oct 18 by member: Runs4Fitness
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Hey nice to see you, momma! Missed you! You are NOT failing, but you know that "getting back to basics" may be in order. Do what you already know works for you. I always say i think i must be part bear bc when it turns cold and dark my program goes out the window. Don't be a stranger!
10 Oct 18 by member: jengetfit123
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Thanks guys! Reading your words of encouragement helps so much. It’s easy to feel very alone as a stay at home mom.
10 Oct 18 by member: momma6224
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you got this, the first start is going back to the gym.
10 Oct 18 by member: baskington
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You may be focusing on the scale too much. Staying below 130 for 3+ months is something to be proud of! Do you like the way you feel, look and how your clothes fit?
10 Oct 18 by member: peeperjj
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Momma- it's after 11am over here and still in pjs. I may make it an all day pj day. You are back on here and you know, we all know what an amazing job to have done, so getting back on track will happen for you, probably sooner and easier than you think. You can do this and I am certain you are still looking gorgeous! <3
10 Oct 18 by member: Becc@
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I agree about the gym. It’s good for lifting your mood. I’m an isolated stay at home mom, too, and I’d get depressed if I didn’t go to the gym.
10 Oct 18 by member: Glantzkar
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Our goal is to live and enjoy our adventure - which is exactly what you are doing. In reality it is a success. We set goals and work to reach them - then we set new goals. I am glad to see you back and look forward to seeing you on this journey.
10 Oct 18 by member: tahoebrun
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Good for you by going to the gym. Denver is dark and cold today. Little snow flurries. Just made a nice cup of coffee. Think of sunshine days. Maybe draw a little sun and put it around the house.... A little crazy stuff doesn't hurt...
10 Oct 18 by member: clay pot baker
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I was just thinking this morning while eating breakfast that "Pre-January Resolutions" might be good about now. You've done great with maintenance, which is a problem for many. Glad to see you back!
10 Oct 18 by member: TomLong
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I think several of us are struggling right now-- I know I am. I don't post as I make it half way through the day then -- BAM, I eat entirely too much of all the wrong foods. There's always tomorrow. I know we can do it; it's just so difficult! Hang in there, Momma6224. You are my inspiration☺.
10 Oct 18 by member: Suzi Cue
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I think maintaining is harder than losing weight. When I am losing weight I am determined and dedicated. When I reached my goal weight years ago after a successful diet I was happy to stay within a 5 pound range. I've been gaining for the past couple months but hope to start losing again. And this is a hard time of year to eat good, I always want heavier meals in the fall and winter. Maybe just change your WOE to something that will work for maintaining - like just pay attention to eating smaller portions and no 2nd helpings. Just an idea, may not work for you but it's how I got through the holidays last year.
10 Oct 18 by member: Fritzy 22
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one word for cold weather eating blahs: SOUP. so easy to stay low carb and delicious. makes the house smell so good, too.
10 Oct 18 by member: Katsolo
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Thank you all so much for the recommendations and support! Your kindness keeps me going.
This is definitely a battle I will keep fighting—maintenance is just a bit trickier to manage.
10 Oct 18 by member: momma6224
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You're back to journaling and that may be the key!
10 Oct 18 by member: adefwebserver
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