how to break unhealthy patterns

Hey everyone.

I'm a 21 years old college student and it seems that I've gotten myself stuck in a specific pattern. I've noticed that what usually ends up happening with me is that when I have a lot of time, particularly over the summer break, I exercise consistently and eat pretty well and am able to stay at a stable, healthy weight. For example, last summer I was 125 pounds (btw-I am 5'5).

I visited the doctor recently only to learn that I've gained 10 lbs and it's really upsetting me, especially because I didn't realize I'd let myself get to this point. I know it's easily reversible, but I'd really like to get back to what I was in the quickest amount of time and in the healthiest possible way as I am going on vacation in a month.

If I exercise every single day and strictly monitor my calories, do you think it could be healthily done in a month? Also, how do you suggest I motivate myself to stay on top of my weight, even when I'm busy with work and school?

Thanks!

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trying to break plateau

I have been stuck at my plateau for a while . I just can't break it. Ive changed my workout routine and upped it To boxing 3-4xs a week. I workout in hotels when am in the road..

I travel for a living and try to practice healthy eating habits . I lose and gain.. Any suggestions?

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Prescribed phentermine for two weeks to break plateau.

Hey everyone! Looking for advice. I'm 18 female and 5'11". SW:237 CW:197 GW: 167 I have been dieting and exercising for what seems like a long time. Im currently in the process of joining the Air Force, the max weight they allow for me is 190. Then after I swear in, I have to lose even more weight in order to complete the physical requirements. I hit a big plateau 6 weeks ago and no matter how far I ran, or calories I cut. My weight wouldn't budge. I was getting worried. A race against the clock and I'm losing. I went to see the doctor. He prescribed me phentermine, an appetite suppressant. He gives a 2 week supply and I have to come in at the end for a check up. That appt. is tomorrow AM. I was 204 when I weighed in then, I'm 197 now. 7lbs in 2 weeks is great. There are a few side effects. I've spent hours and hours reading up on everything having to do with Phentermine. And I know many people look down upon this drug. I can't decide on if I should continue using it. I eat very healthy. 3-5 small meals a day. Only drink water. And I exercise. I'm not trying to use it as a band aid either. I'm just worried about time. Has any one on here used it before? Please don't bash the crap out of me.

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