5 Things I STOPPED Doing to Lose 50lbs
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When I set out to lose 50 lbs, I didn’t realize how much of the work wasn’t just about food or exercise—it was about my mindset. For years, I’d tried to stick to restrictive diets, intense workout plans, and impossible standards, only to feel stuck and defeated. This time, though, I approached things differently.
Here are the 5 key things I stopped doing that made all the difference in my journey:
1. I Stopped Taking Things Away and Started Adding Healthy Habits
Instead of focusing on what I couldn’t have or do, I flipped the script. I started adding small, healthy habits to my life.
The magic? The more good habits I added, the less room there was for the habits that weren’t serving me. I’d drink more water, go for walks, or prioritize 10 minutes of movement a day. Those small wins felt so good that they naturally replaced the things that weren’t helping me reach my goals.
It’s not about deprivation—it’s about addition. When you focus on what makes you feel good, your mindset shifts, and those healthy habits become second nature.
2. I Stopped Labelling Foods as Good or Bad
For years, I thought certain foods were “off-limits,” and when I ate them, I felt guilty. But honestly? That mindset was exhausting and unhelpful.
Instead, I started looking at food as fuel and something to enjoy. There’s no such thing as “good” or “bad” food—it’s all about balance.
I learned to make room for my favorite treats without spiraling into guilt. I’d enjoy the cookie and the salad because both have a place in my life. Once I stopped demonizing food, it became easier to make choices that aligned with my goals without feeling deprived.
3. I Stopped Punishing Myself When Things Didn’t Go as Planned
Life happens. Kids get sick, work deadlines pile up, and some days just don’t go as planned. In the past, I’d beat myself up if I missed a workout or ate off-plan, thinking I’d “ruined everything.”
This time, I gave myself grace. I reminded myself that one slip-up doesn’t undo all my progress. Missing one workout or eating an extra slice of pizza doesn’t mean I’ve failed—it just means I’m human.
The key is to keep going. Progress isn’t about being perfect; it’s about showing up consistently, even when things don’t go as expected.
4. I Stopped Weighing Myself for the First 6 Months
The scale used to control my mood. One “bad” weigh-in could ruin my entire day. So, I decided to step away from it altogether.
For the first six months of my journey, I didn’t weigh myself at all. Instead, I focused on non-scale victories: how my clothes fit, how my energy levels felt, and how I showed up in photos.
By taking the pressure off the scale, I could celebrate progress in ways that felt more meaningful and motivating. And guess what? When I finally stepped on the scale, the number reflected all the hard work I’d been putting in—but by then, it wasn’t my only measure of success.
5. I Stopped Comparing My Current Self to My Past Self
This one was tough. I used to constantly compare myself to my younger, fitter, pre-mom self, wondering why it felt so much harder now. But I realized that wasn’t helping—it was holding me back.
Instead, I started focusing on the now. I celebrated the small wins my current self was achieving, even if they didn’t look like they used to. My journey wasn’t about going back; it was about moving forward, becoming the healthiest, happiest version of myself today.
Losing 50 lbs was so much more than just shedding weight—it was about letting go of old habits and mindsets that didn’t serve me. By stopping these five things, I created space for new habits, more joy, and real progress.
If you’re on a journey like this, give yourself permission to let go of the things that aren’t working. You don’t have to be perfect, sis—you just have to keep showing up for yourself.
