5 Things I Stopped To Help Me Lose 183 Lbs | Half Of Carla
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- Weight loss can be a series of habits that you adopt or drop. In this video I guide you through some of the things that I stopped doing which helped me to lose 183lbs.
Did you stop doing certain things to help you lose weight? Please leave them in the comments down below, I'd love to know.
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Just to clarify as people seem to be missing the annotation on the screen, I lost 42lbs after the first 10 weeks not 142lbs, that would be impossible. 🖤
Wow losing 42 pounds in two and a half months is crazy! Congrats!
Amazing 42 lbs - but I did catch that verbal misstep. Thanks
I thought I just heard wrong 😊 congratulations.
Yes - I went back and listened again as that did seem impossible. Thanks for clarifying
42 lbs in 10weeks is amazing
I've lost 140 LBS since January 2019 and still need to lose another 46 LBS. When I started out I was out of breath just going to check the mailbox at the corner of my yard. I started slowly increasing the distance I walked over time and now in November 2021 I am walking 3 miles a day. I feel much better and stronger with the fresh air and walking outside. I've had a few bumps along the way but I'm sticking with it. I do intermittent fasting, low carbs, avoid sugars, flour, grains, and starches, eat lots of protein and vegetables that grow above the ground. I don't eat much dairy or fruit and rely on spinach and other vegetables for my Vitamins and Calcium. I have been successful in lowering my blood pressure and reversing my Type 2 Diabetes too. I've learned to not talk about my weight loss to people because they seem to try and discourage me or tempt me to fail. It makes weight loss a lonely endeavor at times but hearing success stories like yours is inspiring to me. Congratulations on your success!
Outstanding!! Great Work = I Love Your Story!
Yah !!! Good for you.
@@ItsMe.1Gypsy Thanks
@@vanessamccoy1475 My Pleasure!😊
Thanks for Sharing your Journey & the Everyday Changes you made.
You have 32 Thumbs Up so far, and I'm sure many More have Read your Story.
If we just Applied 1 or 2 of your Changes this Month - that is Easily Attainable - then 2 More Next Month = there will be More People Sharing their Success Stories as well!
I've found that too. When I talk about my weight loss others recommend bad behavior. "Oh it's so good you've lost weight but you shouldn't lose anymore " "you need to start eating oatmeal" yadda yadda. I'm low carb too and it's better to just get myself there. My husband started noticing my weight loss and has lost 78 lbs himself.
I have lost 63 pounds by making sure I lose one pound a month. It sounds very slow, but it has stuck with me for over 5 years successfully.
Melody...thank you....I need to lose 11 to 15 lbs...I'm doing it a pound at a TIME
That is a good way to lose! I lost almost 20 pounds, but it took me 6 months! and I dont care, I am going to keep going....
@@lbaker4222 Same here, took 6 months to lose 20 lbs. It may have taken less time if I had went no carb but I wanted it to be something I could live with and maintain. So I went with IF and reduced carbs.
Good for you. I think the best way to maintain a weight loss is to take off the weight slowly! I am losing 1/2 pound a week. This is slow but very steady & working for me. Keep up the good work folks! I am finding with less weight I have more energy.
Brilliant! Good for you. I would be thrilled to be 60 lbs lighter in 5 years.
The Five Tips:
1. Stop telling yourself "I can't" Believe in yourself and believe that you CAN, a step at a time.
2. Evaluate how you spend your time; swap mindless activities for mindful activities that build the 'new you': take a bath, or a walk; read an inspiring book; do some stretching or yoga; do some exercise; etc,
3. Stop watching food-related content - whether tv, RUclips, Pinterest, whatever!
4. KISS! - Keep It Simple Sunshine! Focus on maintaining a calorie deficit and doing one hour of exercise daily (eg: go for a walk!) Stop trying to do/change everything in your life at once.
5. Commit to yourself and your own goals and needs; make yourself your number one priority and stop worrying about what others might think or feel: eg it's okay to say "No, thank you" when offered food that does not fit with your weight-loss goals! Stop worrying about supposedly offending others!
Thank you Carla! These tips may not be "new" to me, but you have put them together in a way that really makes sense and is so straightforward that they are ACTIONABLE! I'll let you know how I get on!
Thank you. You saved me 9 minutes of my life
@@ptms06 😂💖
Thank you. Nice recap. Appreciate the time you took to do this. It’s nice to have what worked for Carla in writing. Nice to refer back to without having to re- watch. Also, you don’t miss anything when you can read it
You Tubes get paid by how far viewers watch their videos. The lady spent time and resources creating this video. I think it's not fair to ruin in for her. I understand your good intentions though.
Thanks
I’ve lost 95 lbs & you have just explained every single thing I decided to change myself. You hit the nail on the head with all 5 things! I’ve never known anyone that understands my journey like you do.
Thank you Lynne and we’ll done to you x
I love your tips - so relavent to me! I've lost 180 lbs but I'd really like to loose 40 more...and I'm STUCK! Your tips encourage me. ❤️
Moderately surprised that the experiences of a 72yr old male has so much in common with a young woman from Ireland on the journey. My most recent weight loss journey has taught me that weight loss is an extension of confidence in one’s self and feeling comfortable with that. That losing weight is much more complicated then I was told about in the ‘50s-‘60s in central PA. It’s knowing the correct something about nutrition, eating properly, knowing something about triggers, and fully believing in one’s self and being comfortable in that. Rock on. You are one of my ‘go to’s’ on this.
Cheers Robert!!! Definitely a shared human experience 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼
I've lost 80 lbs this year. And the first advice is very powerful. I thought of it as 1-5 lbs. My goal was always 2 to 3 lbs difference in 2 weeks. Being a woman with ovulation and periods I really hit hard after my period and then for ovulation and period time I focused on maintaining weight best I could. Inched myself down 80lbs in 10 months.
It’s nice to hear a realistic tip like yours on how to work with your cycle!
It is kinda like AA. If you look at it as I just have to get through today, that is all, I can do that.
I loved how you said “inched my way down”. Congratulations on your amazing accomplishment. 👏🏼
I stopped eating after 6pm. This was huge for me. I also walk an hour everyday...except Sundays. Love your tips!
joan i rarely eat after 4 pm. I walk everywhere or grab a bus. I can't fathom how folks afford to over eat. At 66 years i have always been stable in my weight. No junk food. No soda. No gorging. Coffee or water only. Sweets most always chocolate. Deny urself at times.
@@terywetherlow7970 Please, be careful how you talk to those of us who struggle. As someone who has always been stable in weight, you probably "can't fathom" why we can't just do as you suggest. But think about the things that ARE a struggle for you. If someone else tells you how easy it is, and why don't you just (insert suggestions here), that makes you feel like a failure, doesn't it? What is apparently so easy for you - no junk food, no gorging - is unbelievably hard for us. If we could make ourselves do those things, we already would be doing them. We need grace and encouragement - not condemnation - while we each figure out why we are stuck, and how to get unstuck. If I'm mis-reading what you intended to say, then my apologies in advance and no offense intended from me.
Regarding the calorie restriction discussed in the video, I will note that calorie restriction alone is a dead-end for me; consistent exercise is the primary factor that keeps me on track. Why? Here is my theory: as a stress eater, exercise relieves my stress, so I am less triggered to eat (or keep eating) when I'm not hungry. Exercise also lowers cortisol -- which is also affected by stress and can impede weight loss, even when calories are restricted.
This is a great example of why it's wonderful to hear about what works for others, but remember that you can expect to undergo some trial and error to determine what actually works for you as a unique individual.
@@makeit2649 I could give you a list of things people have said to me. I was even ridiculed for being a small old lady. I am from New York state i grew up where you were a family pariah if you didn't keep fit.....plus we didn't have junk to eat. Not everyone can be the same. We used to have a saying about the best exercise is in pushing urself away from the table.....
If you’re staying fit for your health that’s awesome! If you’re restricting calories and not healthy to please society you have other problems.
I am trying to not eat after dinner. It is hard some days.
I’ve been on a weight loss journey for 11 months and went from 250 lbs to 128 lbs. I struggle so much to reach this weight today. My mom cooks too much fatty food that I’m afraid to eat😅 but I do sometimes in moderation. I tried cooking for myself with less oil , salt, and seasoning. My brother has a problem with me being allowed to cook wat I want. He’s always drinking and making it a regular habit to cuss abt it. I spent most of my savings to buy my cooking ingredients it’s not like I’m taking from my mom everyday. Still it’s a problem for him. It’s stressful sometimes. Loosing weight has always been my desire. Sometimes I wanted to give up but with god by my side I’m pushing through it.
Also I’m struggling because I’m not allowed to go gym, or exercise as I wished. Due to that my body isn’t well toned. I have some loose skin . Even my room is not so spacious to try gain some muscles 😭. They said high protein diet is good for muscles. But as I’m low on budget I normally eat canned tuna, red beans, black eyed beans, egg curry , multigrain/whole wheat roti , vegetable soups sometimes, sweet potatoes, sometimes plantain, multigrain biscuits, green peas. Sometimes carrot , sweet peppers. Sometimes fish curry and rice, some fruits that family eats. I can’t afford chicken breast everyday. Lately I’m trying soya chunks it has high protein.I don’t touch sugar only from fruits. I cut Pepsi I was a big fan of Pepsi everyday 😂. I eat those in repeat . Lots of water😅 Oh last month was first time I had sugar after so many month, an aunt forced me to eat pancake I was tired telling her no🙄. I hate going to relatives home they give so much junk food to eat even if u refuse. I decided to count does as my cheat days. Normally I hate cheat days but I think it’s okay once in a while. Also my desire is to lose 8 more pounds but my relatives always demotivates me saying why am I losing more weight I won’t look good. I will look ugly😓 So yeah it’s always been me alone no one by myself. Well thanks to my dad he helps me sometimes with a few dollars when he sees me need something 😭❤️ No one knows my feelings.
- since my weight loss I’ve been more confident to go outside at shops, market or anywhere, I can talk to any relatives now without hiding. I’m thankful to god to give me the strength and faith that I can do it. My brother is still the main obstacle in my way.
No matter what the struggles are never up friends 👍
I’ve been struggling to have a job too😭 Hopefully I have one soon🙏 And hopefully my acne scares disappear soon🙏
- Idk why I’m telling but there’s that😅😅
Try vitamin e on your scars, also egg yolk heals scars, aloe too. I had acne scars and with time they have shrunk
Congratulations Neeta!👏 That’s a very big accomplishment. It is hard enough to do, but even harder with food pushers and lack of support from family. Perhaps your brother is jealous of your self-discipline. Keep up the good work! Best of luck to you.🥰
Wonderful!
There is help on the internet. Look up Dr. Ken Berry. They are helping me.
You are doing well despite your challenges. God bless!
I lost 65lbs last year. Everything you said is absolutely true; and, sticking to the calorie deficit was the big thing- not sabotaging that is the most difficult.❤
My sister in law lives in Bangor & decided to walk more when her son was about 1 1/2. She would put him in the pram & walk & walk every day slowly & steadily she lost weight, after 6 months she looked amazing & felt so confident.,
Really helpful. I’m down 34lbs and working on my next 34. Thank you for the encouragement!
Amazing 🙌🏼🙌🏼👋🏻
I stopped trying to do it alone. My family was not interested in changing their lifestyle. I found online support- like you.. to align and support my efforts! My 4th year an still Add time
Thank you. I'm in my 60's now. Never really had a weight problem, until now. I've already changed my eating habits but the weight hasn't budged. I'm going to start walking more. I walk alot on my job but apparently I need to walk more. Trying to loose 20lbs. It happens so quickly but I worry about my health and I'm loosing energy since I put on 20lbs. I just want to feel good again. CONGRATULATIONS!!! You're Amazing and an INSPIRATION too so many.💕❤️💕
I took off 20 lbs, 22 inches last year. ( 66 yrs retired) Put back on 10 lbs due to falling twice in winter and not being active. Time to get back on track! Thanks for the inspiration this morning!
Being consistent about walking one mile a day… excellent tip! Not only does your body benefit from this but also your “thinking time”. Great time to gather your thoughts. THankYou
She said she walks one hour a day which would be more like 3 miles
Changing my diet for health reasons made huge difference, I went from vegetarian to vegan, gluten free, no sugar or junk food, lost 25 lbs effortlessly...
First time watching you! I've decided to quit my job this Spring and focus completely on myself for 6 months. Walk, get healthier and hopefully lose 35 pounds. You are spot on about saying No and not worrying about offending anyone. I've been a nurturers forever. Helping everyone, raising 3 kids, saying Yes, but getting burnt out. After my mother's death in 2020 and settling her estate last year, dealing with youngest, 18 yr old, daughter issues etc. I'm finally at a place to get myself back in order. So thank you for your uplifting video!
It seems to me that it's mental as much as physical for you. Try having a go with one of the personal development programmes, such as The Artist's Way by Julia Campbell. No need to be artistic. She puts focus on different aspects of life, shares her own thoughts on a topic within that and then challenges you to evaluate your own thoughts on it. Money, work, God, relationships etc. Puts you in a great position to decide exactly what you want for your own life and how to make it your reality. Your youngest is now an adult. You'll always be there, but your main focus is on what you want for you. We can't expect our children to take responsibility for their own lives if we don't set a good example. You're well on the way to doing that with your decision to prioritise your health. Good luck.
I’ve lost 100 and I love that the first thing you said was about the mindset.
Good for you Leah! That took effort and determination👍👍.
@@barbarastraley6168 thanks girl. It’s a crazy road but I’m so happy I believed I could. That’s one of the many things that I hate about the FA ideology is that most peoples obesity is not their fault and nothing a can really be done to help them. That they are born to be hundreds of lbs over weight. Lies!!!!!
I have swapped out watching foodie YT videos for weight loss success videos and have loss weight and kept on my path. 20 pounds since July 21. I want to lose another 20 pounds. Love your content and have added you to my "must watch to stay the course program".
Fantastic work Tracy!! Thanks so much for watching 🖤🖤🖤
That is a genius move!
Personally, I lost 80 lbs, gained 20 back over 2020. Other than that, I have maintained my loss. I would like to lose another 80. One thing I did was stop using social occasions as an excuse to eat. For example, eat cake for someone's birthday. I eat what I want 3 days a year, now, Thanksgiving, Christmas & my birthday. No other exceptions.
I've also learned that I can get by with eating a lot less than what I believed I needed to feel full. One chicken thigh with veggies usually fills me up fine, now.
Conversely, I can drink a lot more liquids than I thought I could. I used to start feeling logy & waterlogged after about 6 glasses Originally I didn't even like water. Then I got to where I enjoyed it. However, the tap water where I live now tastes terrible, so I add a sugar free flavor packet to it, to make it palatable. I get these at Walmart, they come 6-10 packets in a box, usually for $1. I've tried Crush, Hawaiian Punch & Walmart's Great Value brands. I chose the Hawaiian Punch brand, with 8 packets per box. Each packet flavors 16 oz. of water. I drink almost 64 oz a day now. I don't drink juice or soda, but will drink 1 c. of milk most days. If I think I'm hungry, I try drinking something first, sometimes your body confuses the two.
The third thing I did was tell myself It's OK to be hungry sometimes. Rather than let my body railroad me into snacking, I just told myself that being hungry is OK, of course I'm going to feel hungry, if I'm eating less. Relax, Body, a little hunger is not going to kill you. As a matter of fact, it may save your life, in the long run! Great self talk!!
Some absolute gems of advice in there!! A lot I’ve had in my own experience as well!!
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I think #5 is so key and definitely had been a stumbling block in the past. Thank you for sharing!
I enjoyed your video. I am 68 and lost 115 lb 10 years ago on Weight Watchers. I changed my attitude completely from being negative to being positive, and thanking yes I can instead of this is impossible. I am always mindful I kept a food journal and still do. I also have learned to say no and put myself first which was a very big step because I was always a people-pleaser instead of pleasing myself.
I realized that having to lose over 100 lb was overwhelming to me so I focused on 10 lb at a time. And after each 10 lb I gave myself a small non-food reward! I am not a gym person so I ended up buying a mini trampoline and a Fitbit, and try to get in 10000 steps a day but I don't make myself crazy with it and I decided if I wanted to watch TV I would do it while on my trampoline which helps keep me toned and away from the fridge! Another thing that I like to do is tweak recipes into healthier choices. I do look up recipes and challenge myself to turn them into healthier choices and I bulk up my food with vegetables and had become a vegetarian. I do eat eggs and low-fat milk products. Another thing that helped me is giving myself small doable challenges which makes you feel like you've accomplished something when you have met that challenge. Thank you for sharing all your wonderful tips. And congratulations on your weight loss and maintenance Journey. It's something to be so proud of.
Love this, very similar to my journey. You’re amazing 🖤🖤🖤
@@HalfofCarla yes! I'm so glad I found you a channel and I have been looking at your videos especially the one you talk about your background and I could definitely relate. I was heavy all my life, made fun of, mom used to buy me clothes in the chubby section and it was hard because I was the middle of two thin sisters and I always felt like the odd one. The most important thing I have learned is to love myself and that it's a journey and I learn something new everyday. It is wonderful what you're doing and sharing your story so that people do not feel like they are alone and that there is hope and that it can be done. Losing the weight is a tremendous accomplishment but then keeping it off is in an even greater success especially in coming up with ways to change your mindset and navigate through life's challenges. I am very proud of you.
I thank you from the bottom of my heart and I will enjoy looking at past and future videos. Wishing you and your family a very merry Christmas and a happy healthy and safe New Year.👍🙋♀️💕
Yay you!! I've always wanted a mini trampoline!!
@@lorrainebazydola816 Lorraine I just saw your post. I love my mini trampoline and it is an all-around wonderful Fitness device I find it even better than walking but of course I love the fresh air! But just be careful I'm 69 now I've been on my trampoline for at least 8 years I don't get crazy with it but I just wanted to say go slow at first and be careful and have fun! And yay you!!! Hugs and blessings 💗👍
Thx great advice
Thanks Carla ! Great video . I am 73 years old , looking to lose 100 pounds . So far I have lost 42 pounds . I know I can do this because 11 years ago I lost 100 pounds . My problem is that after about a year of being thin I forget that I am still the same person , and start thinking I can eat what I want . That is impossible for me . I understand the pain you went thru , and I commend you for your will power . We all know how to lose weight , but keeping it off can be very tricky . I am now going to the gym every morning to walk 4 miles , only eating lunch and supper , and keeping the calories to about 1200 a day . Snacks , and eating between meals are off the table . I have lost the 42 pounds in about 2 1/2 months . Wearing my medium clothes , Put away my fat clothes , and looking at my thin clothes again . I can do this , anybody can , it just takes desire and strength that we all have ! I am almost 1/2 wat there , God bless you and congratulations on your weight loss !
You better throw out those bigger clothes, you don’t need them anymore 🙌🏼
I can relate to ALL of this. I did exactly the same thing to lose 50 lbs. Thank you.
I love this! I needed to hear that last one because that's the biggest issue that I'm aware of- being ok with saying no. When I'm offered food I am-- now was-so worried about trying not to hurt someone's feelings when trying to say no
It's such a simple concept of losing your weight. I'm sure that you had to remain focused and did a fantastic job of being true to yourself. I did this kind of thoughtful weight loss years ago and it works! I eventually through the years lost my goal and gained it back. You have inspired me to try again. Thank you so much for your story. You are a strong beautiful person.
Congratulations! Watching from Toronto! This video is my wake up call. I will and I can do it too. Thanks a million! Keep doing what you do 💕
Carla, Thank you for sharing your tips with us and also your heartfelt transparency too!!
Lady, these 5 things are SO SPOT ON. I've been thinking about these 5 things, too, in a less organized way. Thank you for putting them into such clear terms. (1) I had to stop telling myself that I inherited being a glutton from my dad, and there was nothing I could do about it except exercise more. This was related to the (2) grazing, or mindless eating you spoke of. No point in really trying to stop that because it's my nature. But who is in control of me? My dad's body? Or me? (3) TV! I've started turning off the TV a few nights a week and playing music instead. Funny - a lot of those little projects I've been wanting to do around the house are starting to get done. (4) So right about food-related content triggering eyeball hunger. I recently went through a 4-inch high stack of recipes I'd culled from magazines/newspapers and printed from the web and got rid of most of them except some that I will realistically make. And then I chose one to make this week. I"m unsubscribing from the 10-15 food-related emails I get every day. (5) THE GUILT from other people to eat the food they provide! Oy! My mom with cheesecake she baked: "I don't want to give it to you unless you are going to eat it." 5 seconds later: "You must eat it because I made it for you." Literally. And I would. Sometimes I bring it home and throw it away in secret (but most of the time I eat it). NO MORE! Thank you for naming this and saying it's not necessary to coddle others on this point.
An idea:. Next time thank her and mention that it will be shared w others. Wrap it well to avoid temptation. Then bring it to e.g. meals provided for the food insecure (any church should know, ours is called Loaves and Fishes), work, common area of appt, a shelter. So many options. Congrats on your inner strength!
There are some excellent "Walk at Home" videos on YT too, great for when you can't get outside. Thank you Carla for the excellent tips 😊
I really love the part ‘showing up for yourself’. Fantastic video. Thank you Carla x
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Thank you for sharing Carla! Well done! 👏 You know who are not real friends when they try to sabotage your efforts and progress for a better you. I had a frenemy that used to get snappy when I was losing weight. It's a great feeling to lose the extra kilos, but also knowing that we're so determined to succeed in our goals that we actually offend those that don't really want us to do well. It seems weird that some would take our progress as if it was about them. It's about us, and what's best for us, our health, and our body. Shine bright 😊💎
Congrats on your journey! Thank you for sharing the gifts of your mindset and behavioral shift. Inspiring!!
It is so refreshing to see yet another person who got off the fad diet train and still lost weight the old-fashioned way. And your hair and skin looks amazing! WTG!
Thank you so much Amber!! 🖤🖤🖤
This came is very timely for me. I need to lose 50-60 pounds and feel overwhelmed. I have a very passionate love affair with sugar and very little motivation. It used to be easy to lose weight when I was younger but now that I’m older things have changed.
Oh yeah..food pushers. "Everything in moderation." Worsens during the Holidays. Thanks for your tips.
Thanks Carla. Brilliant help. Keep the videos coming. I love them.
For most of my life, I’ve been slim and never needed to think about weight. I might gain a few pounds when less active, down and then lose it without effort. Until this year. I’ve gained about 10 lbs but it’s not shifting. I’ve actually needed to get a few new pairs of jeans.
Your tips are just so simple, no fuss, easy to try- it’s wonderfully inspiring. One thing that doesn’t help is staying up late and eating till you fall into bed.
So I’m now walking more instead of sitting all evening after a sedentary job.
And I won’t be eating nonstop. Plus getting to bed at a decent time. Eating sensibly but for now, not counting calories.
It’s amazing what just walking will do if you are consistent.
LOVED this video. Thank you!
You are so right about focusing on other things rather than just tv all the time . Great video. Thank you!!
Thank you 🙏🏻
There’s an old saying: When it doubt do something!!!!! Get out of the house, go for a walk, think positive, eat sensibly, love yourself and take care of your soul everyday!!! I love your tips because they are sensible and puts you in control of your life. Michael from Oregon USA.
Great content Carla…People have to believe that they can lose weight and you have to start to finish…Congrats on your journey
Made a lot of sense. I have always said weight loss and mental health are intertwined. I'm starting my journey once Christmas is over. The main thing I will do different is not talking about being on a diet. I'm going to do it quietly and steadily between myself and God. I not going to use scales either, just the clothes in my wardrobe. X
Clothes are such a good way of doing it, the scales is just a number but the change in your clothes is the result of that number which is so much more impactful 🖤🖤🖤
I lost 48 lbs during lockdown/COVID over the last 2.5 years. I got a puppy and we walked every day for 45min -1hour. Also rode my bike more and cut out sugar and stopped eating by 7pm every night. This worked for me after yo-yo-ing weight loss/weight gain for over 45 years.
Thank you for your honesty and generosity.
Thank you very much for letting us in on your amazing weight loss jurney! Congratulations 👏 I need to loose at least
70 lbs and it's so hard!!🥺
I will definitely try to incorporate some of your 5 things that you did to help you loose the weight!
Thank you 🤗
Carla I'm56 I've always struggles to loose Weight i need to loose about the same weight as you and I have found this video absolutely inspirational I have a stressful job and find I can't consistently stay on track I'm going to watch all your other vids I'm going to keep in touch with via your comment section and well done to you for your successes you have inspired me thanks ever so much stay happy m
Hi Mark, I am 60 this year and awaiting a second knee replacement. I have lost 35 lb since 1stJanuary. You can do it
Thanks for sharing your weight loss journey. This is very helpful. I recently got a job where I'm walking back and forth to work. I'm getting outside and feeling better. I need to cut back on social media-same for me as watching TV. This has been a real eye opener. Have to watch sugar intake during the holidays too.
This video is incredible and the TV thing really resonated with me because watching series always makes me eat Its a really bad habit and my first step is to not eat in front of tv and break the relationship between tv and food
Thank you Felipe, it's a difficult habit to break but really worth it!
I have this Too
When I Eat I want TV
when I watch TV I want FOOD
@@darlenefitzgerald4371 i feel your pain and what im doing is that my food is healthier now and more balanced now Lets keep fighting
So happy I came across your RUclips channel!!! Looking forward to your help and proven recommendations and tips!!!
I’ve lost 140 pounds and really prioritizing myself is a game changer. I really appreciate your giving up good content. I need to do this and hadn’t thought of it before.
Thank you so much Carla those are some REALLY constructive tips You are a true inspiration
TYSM for this! Both the mindless TV and food-related media is something Ive NEVER considered. Im excited to implement those 2 things in addition to keeping things simple like you said. This was a wonderful video for me.
Brilliant! I’ve lost 120 lbs. so far and can see now that my success is more due to those big picture choices than the specifics of what I ate. I decided to focus on eating better not getting to a specific goal, to count calories but not go too low to start, to keep it simple not giving myself too many choices, to weigh & measure carbs, fats and protein, to keep a written record of my progress and if I fell off the wagon not to throw in the towel and binge but to get right back on my plan. I hadn’t thought about it that way & appreciate the insight.
Very refreshing & inspirational content. Too often the psychological impact to weight loss is underrated. Thank you.
These are great bits of advice. Thank you so much for sharing ❤️
You have such a calm and kind voice, I really enjoyed listening to you 🤍
Thank you for the TV comment. 💯 I needed to hear that
Stopped telling myself I can't
Stopped watching so much TV.
Stopped consuming food related content.
Stopped trying to do everything.
Stopped worrying about offending others by saying no to being offered food.
This was so refreshing. I fell October of 2020 and sprained my hip and knee. I was unable to walk properly until April of 2021, or so I thought. I was in so much pain just trying to get around the house some days. I went to an ortho doctor and they didn't see anything wrong on my scans and xrays. Finally after almost a year of being in constant pain, barely able to walk for 5 consecutive mins, I gained 62lbs, and becoming severely depressed my primary doctor had enough of the ortho doctor sending me away. She sent me to physical therapy in September and my two ladies were angels in disguise. I found out my hamstrings were no longer working. My glutes and piriformis muscles were solely moving my leg. My left knee cap was being pulled to the left out of place. Also my piriformis was so tense and over worked that I lost 5cm off my height. I'm already short at 152cm, not like I could really afford to lose any more. I finally finished my therapy in November and they encouraged me to go to the gym/get a membership to work up the hamstrings strength and continue to build up muscle strength all over. I was more upset I gained so much weight being down and depressed. Its winter (for about the next 5 mons) and how am I going to be able to get out and really focus on my journey... So much negative self talk. I've been trying to be positive, focused, and implement boundaries with food, family, and friends. Still losing the 60lbs seems like a hurtle some days. I want to show up to my yearly doctor's appt and be able to celebrate my loss. I will see my doctor every 3 mons due to my new hypothyroidism diagnosis - next visit is in Feb. I just want to accomplish this for myself. My workplace (health network) gave 800 of us an opportunity to try Noom for free and helped me finance a treadmill/spinning bike with zero interest. Every excuse I've had the universe has one better. My health coach.. Bless her.. has been so meticulous and overwhelming it has not been encouraging. No fault of her it's just not meshing.
Thank you for saying it's okay to say no!
I feel this constant pressure to 'have dessert', or try this! I almost feel that the people around me don't believe me because I have always been so back and forth with on and off diets and end up back at square one. It's frustrating for sure, but I'll stick to it and stay firm!
Do hun, it's your voice and your truth. Don't worry about their feelings or their opinions (this takes practice though!) If you don't want something, no is perfectly acceptable 🖤
I do this at my job and now no one even asks me anymore they all know I won’t eat it. For my birthday they being me fruit. 🙂
There are people who do actually get offended, but we have to realize that them getting offended is actually tied up with problems THEY have (food = love to them, or they have the need to sabotage others to feel better about themselves, etc). Now, this process of saying no can be more difficult when the people are close, ie: in your own family. But it really is a vital step, both from a weight loss journey perspective as well as just general mental health perspective.
Sooo many congrats! Thank you for sharing Carla! I'm on my own journey now. Thank you for your tips!
Thank you for this video! I'm so glad I found you. I needed to hear this.
Loved this video. I wish I had seen this 10 months ago. Congratulations on your weight loss. I’m going to follow your advice. Thank you so much for taking the time to help us 💗
Congratulations Carla! Your wellbeing and happiness need to come first for you!
Great advice and well done for your amazing weight loss, you look wonderful
You've given me so much to think about! I'm especially stunned by the concepts of simplification!! Today is a new day and it's a great place to start -- Thank You!!!
Things in life can be so challenging, making our lives simpler can have a huge impact on success!! 🖤🖤🖤
Thank you so much, Carla for telling me your five things that you stopped. This has given me hope to once again tackle weight loss. xo From Canada with love.
Thanks for sharing. SO fascinating how you succeeded at your weight lose goal. LOVE HOW YOU approached this! You are SO healthy mentally now!
Thank you Janice, that was really the key!
Thanks for making it so simple. Calorie deficit and an hour of walking, I can do that!!
Thanks for sharing Carla, and congratulations on reaching your weight loss goals! That takes so much self discipline! You look fantastic!
This was very powerful Carla. Thank you for this!
Thank you so much for your honest advice. I've been able to maintain a 120 pound weight loss by changing the way I think and my habits related to my thinking as well. Very proud of you!
Wonderful down to earth motivational video. Thank you🙏💖
Wonderful ideas, please speak about the loose skin issues after such a grand weight loss. Thank you!
Best wishes
Thanks Catherine. I personally didn’t really find loose skin to be an issue. I have it, lots of it, but it doesn’t really impact my life 🖤🖤🖤
Thank you for making this video Carla! This is such good advice and it’s so inspiring to hear your story!
Thank you 🙏🏻
Refreshingly simple and honest. Thank you.
Marvelous! Good to see all of these great reports! 👍👍
Oh boy...I needed to hear this video. Thank you!!! Best wishes to you!
Such great tips. I especially loved the one about eliminating food media content. Great idea. I’m new to your channel and going to subscribe. Well done you!
I love your attitude, believing you can is a huge step. Once you get a little momentum, good habits can replace the bad ones.
Believing in our own power is so hard sometimes, but when you break through, there is no stopping us 🙌🏼
These are powerful. I relate to these. Thank you. Will listen to this again as I need it.
I just subscribed. Been struggling for a very long time. Very glad I found your channel. Thank you.
Great advice! Thank you. I like your point about putting yourself first 😊
Great job! Thanks for sharing such valid advice 🙏
Just found your channel and so happy I did! I have lost 65 pounds over the past year and have another 10 to go. I did it using WW eating plan with minimal exercise because I had a knee injury that wasn't properly diagnosed until last summer so couldn't walk long distances as I had before. Recently I have stopped tracking my food intake after WW changed their eating plan and I have slowly gained a couple of pounds back. Today I saw your video and you have inspired me to look at other elements of my life in order to succeed, even at the holidays. Thanks so much for doing this. You are a true inspiration!
Your videos helpful to me, thank you so much for being vulnerable and sharing yourself with us.
I appreciated you sharing these 5 things, especially the 5th, worrying about offending people. I once at dinner 3 times in 45 minutes. I stopped and ate a hamburger, 5 minutes after that, I stopped by a friends house, they were eating, and they insisted I eat too, so I did to keep from offending them, after 30 minutes I left went to another friend's house around the corner, and once again, they were eating, and insisted I join them. Hard to believe, but all of that just for fear of offending someone. I also believe the mental aspect is very important, having done some congnitive skills therapy, which everyone could probably benefit from.
I 100% agree that weight loss as much as weight gain is all in the head!! 🖤🖤🖤
Good job!
I literally need to do this to save my life. And yes, I too, eat because I'm spending precious time trying to get through or bare things I don't like to do. I eat because I'm not doing what I want to do.
your video helped it simplified weight loss for me, thanks, Carla. I am new to your channel, I am thankful it came up on my screen
Thank You to the person who recaps this VDO. I got so lost in words salad.
Thank you so much for sharing! You are inspirational. 👏🏼 I appreciate this advice!
Great tips! I decided to start exercising and stop drinking soft drink, just these 2 things have helped in my journey.
*Your insights are invaluable, and I'm sure many people will find inspiration in your words.*
I am obsessed with cooking shows (well Gordon Ramsey shows, to be honest) and Disney food vlogs as well. You actually made me think this morning!! Thank you and congratulations on your success!
Number 3, that’s exactly what I needed to hear. Thank you 🙏🏻
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Congrats! I need to lose about thirty more and I am using your approach. Great job girl!
Great job to you Cordy!
Oh, thank you!!! I’m down 25 and have 50 more to go. It has been very slow going for me. This is a game changer! We travel to visit family pretty often, and one of my downfalls is, eating what they have to offer in their homes. I will be prepared next visit! ❤️
Wonderful tips! Thank you for sharing your journey.
My pleasure Jana 🖤🖤🖤
Congratulations, Carla, on your amazing success! You are an inspiration! I am 30 pounds down and have 30 to go! Your tips are wonderful and I am happy to say that I have done all of the tips you have mentioned. They truly work! And the walking has definitely helped me and my mindset during the pandemic. Bless you!
In a side note for those interested, my dear son gifted me with specific walks we do “together” via an app called The Conqueror. We choose a place to go (we are currently walking The Great Wall of China. With each milestone you are sent an encouraging postcard, you are part of a team, and you are sort of held accountable for how far you walk. For me, just knowing that my family and I are doing something healthy together is a win-win. At the end of the journey, you receive a medal in the mail. It is really fun!