Hi,
I've been a member for a couple of months now...but anyways I went out today and stopped by the grocery store and they have one of those really big scales in it well got on it and wha a hurtful number just depressed me all the way home. I could really use the motivation in getting this weight loss started. i need a buddy or two that could IM or e-mail me everynight and do a check in. My e-mail is [email protected]. Just e-mail and let me know if any one is interested. Details about me: Married, 5'2 211llbs highest weight was 215 lowest was 190. My husband is doing this with me. He is 5'2 230lbs is highest was I dunno can't remember what he told me his lowest though was umm..don't remember that either LOL but, some help and someone that is in the situation with weight goal and that could really atleast get me going and then help montior me and I will help the also.
Thanks
Depressed and Depressed C.C.

Hi CC! First thing I'd suggest is... if the scale gets you down that much, you might want to consider monitoring your progress by something besides pounds lost. Take measurements of your body every couple of weeks or I've even heard of one person who has a pair of pants or a skirt that doesn't quite fit. Instead of weighing she just tries that article on every week to see if it's getting closer.

Some people just can't take the pressure of the scale, and I can definitely understand that, used to be that way myself. As so many wonderful people have said on these boards, find what works for you! Good luck and come see us anytime!

-lala

Stay off the scale! It can be defeating! Go by how your clothes fit. My scale doesn't work anyway. I go by whether I can get into a certain pair of pants, and how tight they are from day to day. I would also suggest that you make a contest with your hubby. Set mini goals with him. Seems to me that you couldn't have a better buddy to do this with.