For the past couple of weeks my weight loss has slowed dramatically -- down to 151, up to 154 (that one scared me, I was like: What did I DO?), then back to 151 for a while...

I decided to calm down and acknowledge that I've done a very good job with my exercise and eating habits, and it would be okay for me to hang out at 151 for a while. I am working out very hard, both cardio and weights, and I am monitoring what I'm doing. I have not slacked off. I can chill for a while until I decide how I want to mix things up, wait for the weather to warm up so I can get back to doing my usual running, etc.

This week: 3 pounds!

The best part about this is that I use a doctor's scale at home -- the kind that has the upper bar that measures in 1-pound increment and the lower bar that measures in 50-pound increments. This morning I got to move the lower bar weight from 150 to 100 (and of course the upper bar weight then went from the left all the way over to the right ). I went: Whoo hoo! Go team! Moving that weight from 150 to 100 felt GREAT.

(My body has been feeling different recently -- for example, I took off my jeans the other day...without unbuttoning them.)

That's so awesome I've very happy for you!

Yup I can't wait till that stupid scale goes from the 200 to the 150!

I stressed myself out so much before my doctor appointment that I've gained weight!

I told myself yesterday to calm down- I KNOW I'm working hard and I plan to see the doctor again in three months (after my appointment tomorrow) and then we'll see some real results!

lol.... I think you need new jeans.

I too use a doctor's scale at home and moving that lower bar to 100 is one of my mini goals.

Woohoo! Don't you love those new decades!!! Congrats! You have worked hard for this!!

That's awesome! We have to look for each small victory and savor it. I'm so thrilled for you.