Julie in CA Posted April 25, 2008 Share Posted April 25, 2008 I've lost 16 lbs, and just realized that I'm spending half my time hitching up my jeans and then adjusting my shirt. It doesn't seem like I'm getting that much smaller (I have a *lot* to lose). How soon do most people get new clothes as they're losing weight? Thanks, ~J~ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stacey in MA Posted April 25, 2008 Share Posted April 25, 2008 The marker is around 10-15 lbs. I am a size 12 at 150lbs (and up to about 155) , and a sz 10 at 140. If I could get under 135 and around 130lb, I'm a 8. (It's been years, but one can dream, right!!?) Great job on the weight loss! Sounds like it's time to get some new clothes! - Stacey in MA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barb_ Posted April 25, 2008 Share Posted April 25, 2008 Depends on how tall you are, I think. When I'm trying to lose baby weight, I think it's about a size for every 10 pounds or so, but I'm just shy of 5-3. Barb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TraceyS/FL Posted April 25, 2008 Share Posted April 25, 2008 About 10 pounds here, i rolled the waistband between sizes, i tried to skip and buy every other size. Congrats!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer in MI Posted April 25, 2008 Share Posted April 25, 2008 Well, if you're like me, more than 15!!! I've lost 15 pounds and the ONLY new piece of clothing that I've had to buy is a BRA!!!!:lol: Seriously, I lost 7.5 pounds on one side and 7.5 pounds off the other!!! (Went from a 36DD to a 32 C! But, I look a lot slimmer. It's been frustrating not to have it come off my waist and hips, but I figure if I just keep on keepin' on, it'll come off eventually. I've only got another 10 pounds to go. Oh - and to answer your question - if I were you, I'd go to the thrift store and pick up a few items. You said you have more to lose right? That way you'll have something to wear that didn't cost much! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TraceyS/FL Posted April 25, 2008 Share Posted April 25, 2008 Gee, and I lost 60 pounds and that is the one place i didn't lose it in! I went from a 38/40DDD to a 36DDD. I'd LOVE to lose it there - i'm having some issues currently that making them go away would help. Well, if you're like me, more than 15!!! I've lost 15 pounds and the ONLY new piece of clothing that I've had to buy is a BRA!!!!:lol: Seriously, I lost 7.5 pounds on one side and 7.5 pounds off the other!!! (Went from a 36DD to a 32 C! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
susie in tx Posted April 25, 2008 Share Posted April 25, 2008 I think it depends on how you are losing the weight. If you are losing fat and sculpting muscle, it can be as little as 2 - 5 pounds. I know that I go from a size 4 to a 6 with about a 3 - 4 pound difference. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colleen Posted April 25, 2008 Share Posted April 25, 2008 I can't answer your question...I have wondered what people do who when their losing weight ~ especially people who have a lot to lose. One can't just go out and buy a new wardrobe every few months! It would be especially difficult if you worked in an industry in which attire is of import. Any-hoo, though, congrats on your weight loss! Btw, what did you decide to do about the fondue? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joanne Posted April 25, 2008 Share Posted April 25, 2008 It depends on the size you are to start with. In general, there are more pounds represented between higher sizes than between lower sizes. It takes more weight loss, therefore to go from a size 20 to an 18 (about 26 pounds in most case) than between sizes 4 and 6 (where it can be 5 pounds). I've lost a total of 40 pounds and went from a size 20 (but stuffing myself into 18's) to a size 12 in many cases, still 14 in some. I can't answer your question...I have wondered what people do who when their losing weight ~ especially people who have a lot to lose. One can't just go out and buy a new wardrobe every few months! It would be especially difficult if you worked in an industry in which attire is of import. I've purchased most of my transitional sizes at thrift stores, and on sale *at* the thrift store when possible. Not only do I not have money for clothes to begin with, I don't want to invest a lot of money in a size I hope to not spend too much time in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LG Gone Wild Posted April 25, 2008 Share Posted April 25, 2008 Good job on what you have done so far and good luck for the rest of it! :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaMere Academy Posted April 25, 2008 Share Posted April 25, 2008 absolutely, you need some new bottoms at least. I lost 13 pounds and went down 2 sizes in jeans/shorts. I had to get a few because my pants were falling down! I only got 3 pairs though because I want to lose more, but you should probably get at least 2 bottoms while in this transition phase. You'll look better too! Baggy falling down pants didn't make me look any thinner, even though I was losing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tracey in TX Posted April 25, 2008 Share Posted April 25, 2008 6-8 lbs for each size, 5' 1/2" doesn't allow for much extra weight Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plaid Dad Posted April 25, 2008 Share Posted April 25, 2008 On my frame, 15-20 lbs. On my dw, 5-10 lbs. I think that's a function of our relative sizes. Five pounds represents a significant percentage of her body weight. On me, it's a big dinner. ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julie in CA Posted April 25, 2008 Author Share Posted April 25, 2008 Ahh, the fondue... My friend picked up some packages of the pre-made at Costco. Really, I'm willing to spend $27 to see the problem go away. I'll just save my yummy cheese that I bought and use it for my own family. What a treat! For tomorrow though, I'm relieved to be just heating & eating. Now I'm up to my elbows in carrot cake fixin's. Doesn't bode well for the continuation of weight loss...;-) ~Julie~ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colleen Posted April 25, 2008 Share Posted April 25, 2008 nt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quiver0f10 Posted April 25, 2008 Share Posted April 25, 2008 I can't answer your question...I have wondered what people do who when their losing weight ~ especially people who have a lot to lose. One can't just go out and buy a new wardrobe every few months! It would be especially difficult if you worked in an industry in which attire is of import. I started off wearing pants with elastic waist and loose tops. As I have lost more I switched to real jeans, but I only have a few pairs. Once I get to goal I will buy a larger quanity of clothes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LG Gone Wild Posted April 25, 2008 Share Posted April 25, 2008 I started off wearing pants with elastic waist and loose tops. As I have lost more I switched to real jeans, but I only have a few pairs. Once I get to goal I will buy a larger quanity of clothes. how are you doing with your weight loss? I know you had an ambitious and difficult goal. I am rootin' for ya. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quiver0f10 Posted April 26, 2008 Share Posted April 26, 2008 how are you doing with your weight loss? I know you had an ambitious and difficult goal. I am rootin' for ya. Thanks! I am down 92#s and 35 to go till goal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amy in Orlando Posted April 26, 2008 Share Posted April 26, 2008 Thanks! I am down 92#s and 35 to go till goal. :hurray::hurray::hurray::hurray: That is awesome, Quiver! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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