Anton’s Tip of the Week:
Set backs, they happen with everything that we do in life. In the world of exercise they happen more often than not. Injuries, sickness, work, family, no motivation and the list goes on and on…
All these things will pop up from time to time and all these things will get in the way from what we want to do. But why should it?
There is always something that you can do to get around all these problems. If your foot is injured go for a swim or do some weights. If you work till late in the evening get up a little earlier and take some time out for yourself. If you cant find time to exercise and spend time with your loved ones then combine the two: take your loved ones for a run!
There is always another option. If we do it today then we don’t have to do it tomorrow.
Stay healthy guys – more next week.
-anton
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Let the scales guide you, not control you
Weigh in: 127 kg
Weight loss to date: 27 kg
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Hi All,
Another week another kilo, well not exactly…
Anton had been warning me, and my doctor had as well, “you will plateau- be prepared it will happen and is part of the whole process.”
Well it has happened this week, I didn’t lose weight. 
And even though, I had been warned, I still felt winded.
I actually weighed myself 9 times in a half hour and there was still no movement, stead fast on 127 KGs.
Then came the questions, I worked hard, I trained hard, why why why!!!!
Again, it was with the support of Anton that I have now put all of these questions into perspective.
My body (and lifestyle) are undergoing some massive changes, and all of a sudden I am taking away what my body has perceived as its fuel. My body is saying I must stock up and hoard away this energy (fat) in case of an emergency. I also know that this week, for whatever reason, I retained fluid.
For any one that is embarking on a great weight loss, please be prepared for these plateaus and for the body to readjust itself. I again say that even though I knew this plateau would come, I can’t explain the sinking feeling I went through. “I let Anton down, I let myself down, I’m not working hard enough,” and just doubting myself in general.
As you are all aware, I am the General Manager of The Quality Hotel Cambridge, and have to be truthful and say that I would rather deal with 50 complaining guests then deal with the feeling of not achieving a weight loss.
Now as you know, I weigh in each Saturday and after trying to get the scales to tell me something different (nine times) I texted Anton to let him know. I then sat down and the dark clouds started to appear – sort of the little devil on my shoulder. “Why don’t I just go out and get a Chicken Burger, Fries, Sundae and a Double Chocolate Malted Thick with extra Ice Cream? Now that would make me feel better!” This went on for about 4 hours and then just like a bolt from above, my phone alerted me that I had a text. Impeccable timing, as it was from Anton and this refocused me on what I have achieved – 27 KGs lost, now that is no easy feat. I feel better than I have in a long time, I look healthier than I have in a long time and have more energy and gusto than I have in a long time, and am definitely fitter than I have ever been…. (Last week for the first time, I achieved 3 x one minute planks).
It took the text for me to stop feeling sorry for myself and to say to myself WELL DONE !!!
I say phooey to the scales, they are only a guide and even though they are telling me I have not lost weight, I know that I am smaller than last week (not that I call 127 KGs small) – I took my belt in another notch. This week, I even had the luxury of going into Rebel Sports and was able to buy a track suit off the rack. I never thought that I would venture into the holy grail of sports stores and be able to actually buy clothes. I was always banished to the “Big and Tall Shop” or the big men’s section in the cheap and cheerful department stores.
I then jumped off the lounge and stared at the scales and thought loudly (if you can think loudly 
) “you are not going to take away that feeling and sense of overwhelming achievement that was actually buying clothes off the rack at what is perceived as a normal every day store.”
The lesson I learnt last week is that, yes the scales are a tool to guide you, however there are other factors to consider such as, yes, I am stronger and it is a known fact that muscle is heavier than fat.
So take guidance but don’t be controlled by the scales.
That’s me for this week, keep the comments coming!!!
Cheers,
Steven
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Steve,
You have done very well. The lesson you learned is invaluable to many who are following your journey. Focus on the bright side and never give up.
Steven, that is so correct. Unfortunately, we tend to use the scales as some sort of “bible yardstick” – trust me, I do when I try to diet. We all know that the dreaded plateau rears its head eventually, but it seems to me that you have handled ‘plateau’ with the regard it deserves. Good on you! Keep up the good work!
Elaine
Steven, well done for getting through the Saturday weigh in and not succumbing to the demons of deep fry.
Wish we were still on the ‘houseboat’ with you…
Lynne & Linda
LOL – you make me giggle!
I am so glad you got over you momentary sad face phase – have another look in the mirror – 27 less kg’s!!!!!!!
How awesome is that? Keep it up gorgeous.
Love,
Lynne
Hang in there Steve – you have done so well to date, to plateau at some point had to be on the cards … It must happen so when we loose weight, we can sit and actually appreciate the effort and hard work that goes into it.
Well done! You’re a champion with what you have achieved so far and what you are still yet to achieve.
Keep going strong.
Kerry
27 Kg in 11 Weeks = 2.454545454 amazing kg per week.
What are you worried about?!?!?
And now back to Rebel Sports, putting back the belt one notch and shopping from the Rack.
You look great. Don’t let anyone or any “thing” stop you. Especially not a scale.
M1J1
Hi Steven
Every time I read your blog, I’m amazed and proud of what you are achieving. I cannot wait to see the new “shell” (as the “inside” you is lovely enough so it doesn’t need changing).
Keep up the great work & just think of the fun shopping trips ahead! Keep healthy.
Hi Steven,
You’ve passed an awesome test this week – the emotional battle – and you’ve passed with flying colours!!! If you hadn’t had the plateau, you wouldn’t have had the opportunity to develop the skills that you learnt this week. Add that to your long list of achievements so far! Good on you indeed!
Love Fiona and Stephen.
Again, Thank you all for your ongoing support, I did when I first started say that it would be a 12 month goal. I am 3 months into this now, and am in for the long haul. Their will be set backs, but hey thats life.
Thanks again, your comments keep me focoused.
Cheers,
Steven
Hey….Ive been on a “plateau” for months now. Put on a few kilos and kept them. You are doing great. Got an email from “Irish” Barry – he said to ” tell him i said hey and congrats on weight loss”. he is living back in Ireland, married and has a baby girl! Will invite you over for dinner soon – yes I will cook a “low cal” dinner!
See ya soon Luv E
Steven, you will need to post a a before and after pic soon
Stevie, do I need to come over and confiscate those scales????
I won’t so long as you continue to show them who’s boss, and I mean with your attitude, NOT the number they yell back at you!
Lis
Well Steven its week 12. You would never of thought all that fun training would bring you such great results.
You have shown that all you need is a little motivation and dedication.
Just remember all the hard morning at the “Field of Pain” before you give in.
You should be very proud of what you have and can achieve.
Also its not always about how much you have lost, but how good you feel and what clothes you can wear for the first time in along time.
Keep up the great work and never forgot……umm hang on I forgot!
Well done
Adam B.
I love reading your blog Steven – you are so strong to resist all that temptation of the little imp on the shoulder!
You are doing absolutely amazing things and 27 kg is a big loss. The rest will come slowly – as the saying goes ‘it won’t happen overnight but it will happen’ – we know you can do it.
and yes – please post a photo of yourself now – you are amazing!
I’d say this has been a bit of a milesstone Steve. You were dissappointed – quite reasonably – you were tempted – BUT – you resisted, picked yourself up and you’re off and running again. What an achievement! Well done. It is great to hear you sounding so well. Love you heaps.
Stevie G,
Love your blogs and especially this one, you said that you now can go into Rebel sport and buy a tracksuit off the rack, that is an achievement in itself.
Think about this achievement and all the achievements that have happened in losing those 27 kilos and over the past 3 months and then you wont feel so bad ( I am sure there is a song which says that you wont feel so bad)
Bettsy
Steven,
You have been doing well. keep up the good work.
I have missed reading your post for last 3 weeks.
Its as entertaining and motivating at the same time.
Sub