Comments on: Can You Really Keep The Weight Off?

By: Marci_Lall

Marci_Lall — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 19:50:34 +0000

Hey Laurie,

You can get a food journal if you want – or even a simple small notepad would do so you can carry it in your purse wherever you go.

By: Marci_Lall

Marci_Lall — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 19:49:33 +0000

Hey Julie,

Yeah the 1500 does seem low but if you're eating about 2000 cal/day and losign weight then, keep doing it casue it works!

Everyone's body is different and you've found what works for yours.

Thanks for the comments.

By: Laurie

Laurie — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 16:35:57 +0000

Thanks for this, it's a real eye opener? I had a question though. For tip number 7 do you recommend we get a food journal? Thanks.

By: julie

julie — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 21:13:30 +0000

I get really annoyed from this statistic, because like you, I know where it comes from. Especially annoying is the continuous repeating of it in the fat acceptance movement, to show how worthless it is to even try. This statistic is accepted as truth, while they cherry-pick the 2% of studies that say fat isn't harmful to your health. That 1500 calories seems really low, I don't think I'd survive on that. I don't actually count, but I'd say I'm more likely to be losing weight at 2000/day.

By: Marci_Lall

Marci_Lall — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 03:37:52 +0000

Hey Diana,

I believe your referring to the National Weight Control Registry. And yes over 5000 people have maintained their weight loss of 30 pounds or more for at least six years.

By: Diana

Diana — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 23:46:40 +0000

Excellent article Marci.

To argue against the 95% statistic: I don't recall the official name but there is a national registry of people who have kept off weight for an extend period of time. I believe it to be 5 years or so and thousands of people are on that list.

By: Cammy@TippyToeDiet

Cammy@TippyToeDiet — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 17:29:39 +0000

Excellent list! I'm entering my 9th month at -100 pounds and maintaining the loss is an ongoing effort. While I do allow myself a few more treats, I don't skimp on moving. In fact, I continue to challenge myself to try new “schemes” so that I stay engaged. Life is great and I want to keep it that way!

By: Jenny

Jenny — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 17:24:21 +0000

Great tips Marci! I've heard some of them before but it's always nice to be reminded. Reading posts like these keeps me motivated so thank you very much!

- J

By: Cammy@TippyToeDiet

Cammy@TippyToeDiet — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 02:22:34 +0000

Excellent list! I’m entering my 9th month at -100 pounds and maintaining the loss is an ongoing effort. While I do allow myself a few more treats, I don’t skimp on moving. In fact, I continue to challenge myself to try new “schemes” so that I stay engaged. Life is great and I want to keep it that way!