Scale ain't moving? You're not alone...

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T2D_Survivor_Mark

T2D_Survivor_Mark

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Just a friendly reminder: weight loss isn't always a straight line down. I hop on the scale every morning to get a good average, and some days I'm up a bit, some days down. Sometimes the number just sits there for days, even when I'm eating right. Gotta trust the process – the scale will eventually catch up to your efforts!
 
I feel like I should be taking measurements. I've been so focused on the scale, I haven't even thought about that. Good idea!
 
Yeah, measurements are key! The scale can be a liar sometimes. I get weighed at my doctor's, and they do waist measurements too. Sometimes those inches tell a better story than the poundage.
 
I agree about measuring! I had some old work pants in the back of the closet, and I couldn't believe how big they were compared to my current size. Totally different!
 
It is very important to remember that these meds aren't magic.
Jamie09 said:
Weight loss isn't a race, it's a marathon.
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That is so true! If you're not seeing results, you might need to look at your calorie intake. I've been on Mounjaro for a while, and if I go over my calorie limit, the weight loss stalls out quickly. A TDEE calculator is a good place to start.
 
The first few weeks can be all body composition shifts before the scale moves - water retention from inflammation dropping often masks fat loss in the early weeks.
 
So really, this isn't a plateau at all, it's more self-inflicted. Not being in an actual calorie deficit just accurately describes how weight loss works in general.
 
Need to actually shift into someone who tracks things closely. Like others mentioned, weight won't budge without a genuine calorie deficit in place. This isn't really a plateau, just not quite enough effort yet.
 
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