It's not always about the scale.....................

[Believing I Can]

I just wanted to post this to remind everyone that the scale is not necessarily the best indicator of weight loss.  Since starting LDL on Feb 9th, I had lost 30 lbs in four months, but when I went to the doctor yesterday, I had not lost any more.  I was feeling a little disappointed, because I felt like I was losing, because my clothes are looser.  So, I decided to measure myself.  Here are my results:

Chest - 1 inch
Waist - 6 inches!  :shock:
Lower Abdomen - 4 inches
Hips - 6.25 inches  *woot*
Left bicep - 1.75 inches
Right bicep - 1.75 inches
Left thigh - 3.50 inches
Right thigh - 3.50 inches

Total inch loss - 27.75    :D

So, I encourage you to be sure to take your beginning measurements, because the proof of LDL success is not always on the scale!  But, even if you are at a standstill on the scale, and in your measurements, check other things before giving up.  Do you have more energy, are you able to tie your shoes more easily, do you fit into chairs that you previously had to perch on the edge of, is it easier to get in and out of your car, are you not in quite as much physical pain as you previously were?  All of these things a victories!  

Hugs 
Carol

[sval59]

Carol - I agree with you wholeheartedly.  I've been stuck on 40 pounds lost for a while now, but I continue to fit into clothes that I couldn't wear and can just tell I'm still losing.  I should take my measurements now and use them instead of weighing as well.  Thanks for the encouraging post!

Cheryl

[Believing I Can]

Cheryl - you're welcome! Although I have been able to fit into a smaller size, I was still shocked by the amount of inches I had lost. It is definitely worth keeping a record.

Roger Troy - thanks for the encouragement! I will definitely be keeping on!! 

[heretotheend]

I have to echo the same.....i have not lost that much weight this month but my clothes are a lot looser....that is the beauty of LDL

Cookie

[turkkm]

Carol, way to go!  I agree, there are many ways to measure success.  You are having some rocking success with LDL!  Its time to happy dance!

[julie409]

Hi BIC,

You are one smart cookie to have noticed such a difference even though the scale was not cooperating. Good for you and congratulations on the impressive results.

Julie

[Gwennaford]

YAY Carol ! ! !  I'll say it again, I don't care if I never lose another ounce, Lord willing, I'm committed to Let's Do Lunch for life!

[terrims54]

YEP let the inches fall off!!! YEAH who cares about hte scale