So I've totally slacked this past week. I have lots of excuses including that I got sick, got attacked by ants, had a back ache-but they all sound so lame. I'm so annoyed with myself, but I just sort of got in a rut and got stuck. I didn't count calories, didn't pay attention to my water intake, did not exercise AT ALL. But then I just realized how bad I was feeling, how I had no energy at all, and it made me realize how long it had been. So I'm back in the saddle again today- I was good about watching my food and writing it all down and I worked out for 45 minutes and then walked for a good 15-20. And I only gained back about a pound, although that is still some damage done. Its tough though, bouncing back from slacking, even if it was a week. How do y'all get motivated all over again? Do you just get stuck sometimes and quit? Anyway, hope everyone else is doing good. *Hugs*

I used to get stuck & quit.. That's the difference between then & now. If I have a bad day or two, or even week, I still have my determination to get to my goal this time. I just say ok, I've screwed up, time to deal with it and move on .. get back on track.. Just like that. You can do it too!

Amb Lyn is right. Just rediscover your modivation. Remember how good it felt to lose that first 4 lbs and keep reaching. It's hard when you get into a slump, but don't quit. Discover what made you want it in the first place and don't get discouraged. We all have our set-backs. I had surgery at the beginning of May. I went into surgery 166 lbs. Couldn't work out for 2 weeks. I gained some weight plus I swelled up like a blow fish near my incision. But After those two weeks, I got really comfy just "not doing it", but then I looked at my son. I looked at my fat clothes. I looked at myself in the mirror and said, rest time is over, get back in the game. I am so much healthier now than I ever was. I am in control. I call the shots.

I am 150 lbs 2 months later. I have 25 to go. I wish I was as far along as you are! Just hang in there. Keep it up and it will pay off. Keep your eyes on the prize.

Dude, I know you're this little thing and all, but next time you fall off the wagon, try not to land on ME! Let's dust each other off and hop back on together, eh? I'm going swimming this morning, what are you doing today? I'm going to get a water bottle this minute and get 2 servings gone before I move from this chair. OK, now you go!

fiesty - you know you just gotta get back on track. Sometimes I fall off for about a week or so...just gotta re evaluate and figure out why you are doing this to yourself. I've never given up per say but I have felt like it. In the end being strong and healthy is enough motivation for me when I just sit down and think about it.

I fell off the wagon last week. Just quit writing my food down. splat. I gained 4 lbs. I hopped back on and now the 4 lbs. is gone as of this morning. I did it to myself, can't blame anyone or anything but me. Feeling my clothes being a little tighter and my tummy pooching out was motivation enough for me. Hop right back up, we all mess up at times. Staying down is the only failure.

Last week I was on vacation. Splat is exactly right! I'm up 2 lbs from the last weigh in, my new low that I was so excited about. Oh well, time to kick myself back into gear.

I got all my water servings in today, and drank my unsweet green tea, instead of regular sweet iced tea. I'm doing much better. I just got so mad at myself for quitting, even if it was a week. Thanks for your support everyone. Thats why I love this forum, because everyone is so nice and helpful. *Hugs*

Good for you! You got back on and that's what counts!

I'm getting back on the wagon tommorrow! Uh, well, sorda today, eating right, but exercise tommorrow.