Originally Posted by
oatmeal69
I think you have a huge point in saying, essentially, "I'd rather keep a little bit that isn't 'perfect' and stay in the game than quit out of sheer misery."My room mate has snack stuff lying around, and I too cheat a bit. I also go out on weekends and drink a few vodka sodas, which can't be good. I suppose if I was REALLY strict I could be at 8% by now, and still weigh 170-175, but like you, I want to stay in this long term. So, I'm gonna have some wine, a beer, or a few vodkas on Saturday. Some junk food too. - And be reasonably satisfied. Same goes for exercise. If I go too hard with cardio (cross-fit) or over train with weights, I get tired, upset, and bored. I'd rather take a little longer to get there, but get there and keep going.
So, hey if you only lose a pound a week - or every other week, or even 3, I think LONG TERM you're still doing GREAT. You will still hit your goal. Besides that, it's not about what the scale says, it's about what the mirror says.
Slow and steady wins the race!