Comments on My Journey to Fit: A Forty-Something's Weight Loss Journey: Exercise and Weight Loss Expectations

I weigh the exact same as I did when I was running...

2011-12-27T14:38:22.541-06:00

I weigh the exact same as I did when I was running all the time and I look horrible. It just shifts, yanno?

Hmmm, maybe go with inches lost instead of pounds....

2011-12-20T00:42:46.670-06:00

Hmmm, maybe go with inches lost instead of pounds. I think that would be more accurate. I've had the experience of being thrilled at apparent weight loss only to step on the scale and have my balloon burst with a too-high number. So FRUSTRATING!!

Thanks for showing us Jeff's perspective; I wo...

2011-12-19T18:06:49.054-06:00

Thanks for showing us Jeff's perspective; I wondered how he was doing since he's been running all those races. I think men in general view weight loss and fitness so differently than we do, and they have that (annoying) ability to lose more weight faster than us. That combination can sometimes lead to disappointment; since they haven't been conditioned like we have to be obsessed with every movement of the scale, they don't weigh themselves very often and don't have a good idea of their own weight. So they can think they lost more than they did. My husband does the same thing when he is dieting.

I agree. It isn't about the numbers on the sca...

2011-12-19T16:02:00.938-06:00

I agree. It isn't about the numbers on the scale, it's about health and looks. The only problem is that the scale is a convenient way to track progress.
I look forward to the invention of a better way too.

Perfectly stated, I know this shocked me when I be...

2011-12-19T15:19:48.099-06:00

Perfectly stated, I know this shocked me when I began hard core training. I finally came to the decision that I'd rather run a marathon than lose weight. So, as long as I'm eating good whole foods and enjoying running I don't worry about the scale. Thanks!

Sounds to me like Jeff is doing everything right. ...

2011-12-19T14:10:52.160-06:00

Sounds to me like Jeff is doing everything right. Glad you have each other to cheer on! Stupid numbers on scales!!!!!

Ah yes...did you have him look at my blog so he do...

2011-12-19T12:51:18.622-06:00

Ah yes...did you have him look at my blog so he doesn't feel so bad? That gut shot ought to put things into perspective.

Scales with numbers just blow, they really do. Th...

2011-12-19T10:46:16.170-06:00

Scales with numbers just blow, they really do. There has to be some way for a complete picture scale to be created. Maybe the next million dollar idea?

Ha! Sort of annual physicals. At least he goes e...

2011-12-19T09:34:22.054-06:00

Ha! Sort of annual physicals. At least he goes every couple of years. Mine doesn't even have a preferred provider, I don't think urgent care counts.

I appreciate this post. Pant/shirt size is a much better indicator than what the scale says. Way to go, Jeff.

Really needed this post lately! So thank you! Af...

2011-12-19T09:20:13.790-06:00

Really needed this post lately! So thank you! After my half marathon I was up several lbs on the scale (like 15 or more ). How could that be when my lungs and heart could handle running 13.1 miles? Its all relative. Health isnt always about the number on the scale. I am doing Body for Life right now. My eating on this plan is drastically different, and much healthier than ever. I have to remind myself of that when it comes weigh time. Great post today.

Jennifer
www.wecanlosethepounds.blogspot.com

I think what you're saying is really important...

2011-12-19T09:14:35.431-06:00

I think what you're saying is really important. The number on the scale is just a number, but at the same time it's really important. I'm trying so hard to not focus so much on it, but it's easier said than done.. That's why I measure hips etc, to see other kinds of progress too!

Great post!

Good job Jeff! And a good reminder to me Shelley,...

2011-12-19T08:38:54.255-06:00

Good job Jeff! And a good reminder to me Shelley, to stop obsessing on the scale (again) and concentrate on my health.

Great work Mr. Shelley ;-) I find it so much easie...

2011-12-19T08:06:23.029-06:00

Great work Mr. Shelley ;-)
I find it so much easier to stay on task when hubby is on board. This last round has been amazing, he's keeping me on track ;-)
oh and scales make people cry!

I think Jeff is doing great! And I agree that you...

2011-12-19T07:36:09.382-06:00

I think Jeff is doing great! And I agree that your body shape does change without the scale moving - dammit!

I am sure with your support, he'll realize not to measure success on the scale.

Happy Monday!

Absolutely, positively true. I weigh 156 pounds, ...

2011-12-19T07:34:13.732-06:00

Absolutely, positively true. I weigh 156 pounds, technically 10 pounds 'overweight' for my height. I wear a size 10 dress, a size 8 jean, medium or small tee shirts. Perfectly normal, average size.

The number still drives me bonkers. I'm trying to ignore it.

I just told someone yesterday that I am wearing a ...

2011-12-19T07:25:24.610-06:00

I just told someone yesterday that I am wearing a smaller size at a higher weight than before I added Muay Thai and recently the Zero Excuses Challenge exercises. This morning I told Mr. Helen that what I think I'm happiest about is that I just feel better!

Not to turn your blog into a plug for the Zero Scale but I have to say I know for a fact that I am quite content not knowing my actual weight but seeing my progress each week. I feel like a winner! I just know if I actually looked at the digits it would probably upset me so I'm not going to - at least for the time being ;-)

Love the last sentence Shelley. I can understand...

2011-12-19T06:27:27.962-06:00

Love the last sentence Shelley.

I can understand his disappointment but looking at the big picture: he's doing great. Eating healthy and running a lot.

Personally the number on the scale doesn't really effect my mood. I still weigh myself every week but if I gained a little or the loss isn't as big as expected I actually don't really care. Seeing my measurements getting smaller counts more for me.

Give Jeff a compliment from me for his healthy lifestyle and his achievements this year. He has had a good example in you!

YES You nail it all when you say that a healthier...

2011-12-19T05:33:15.907-06:00

YES
You nail it all when you say that a healthier bod does not necessarily immediately show on the scale--but it is HEALTHIER AND WILL KEEP YOU HERE LONGER!!

great post, Shelley.

This is a great "perspective" post. Tha...

2011-12-19T05:22:32.287-06:00

This is a great "perspective" post. Thank you, Shelley!

My trainer has me weigh in the afternoon... Sheesh...

2011-12-19T05:13:25.008-06:00

My trainer has me weigh in the afternoon... Sheesh!
I guess it really is "just a number!"
It's all about being healthier!