calling all 5'4" 140-150 pound ladies who lost weight!

Vanilla_Lattes

I'm 5'2 but I wanna play! I started around 160 after two kids, started mfp @ 153. I'm now 129 and aiming for around 115 MFP is awesome for me because as long as I weigh my food I can eat anything.

smotheredincheese

I'm 5'5 and started on here at 146 pounds, I'm currently around 143 and would like to get down to around 130. I don't think I've been below 140 since I was about 11 so even though it's only a few pounds its a big deal for me. I did hit 140 a few years ago through basically being really unhealthy and not eating, as soon as I started eating again I put it all back on and then some, so I want to do it healthily this time round

fieryred0424

Here's my story... I'm 5'4" and a working mom. I was on MFP several years ago and got down to a size 8ish. Over the years I yo-yoed but stayed mainly around 150s. I was comfortable with that. I got put on some meds for depression last october and ballooned up to 195.6lbs. Heaviest I have ever been. I got back on MFP about a month ago and I am down about 10lbs. About 35-45 lbs left to go. It's not coming off easy at all but I'm logging everything and working my booty off...literally. I really hope and pray that I can get down to a healthy weight again and I am soooooo mad at myself for gaining all that weight

kailyw05

I am 5' 3.5" and started at 153 back in January. I feel like I've lost at a pretty steady pace, but have been hovering around 131-129 for about 3-4 weeks (not a big deal as I'm set to lose 0.5lb per week anyway). I set a goal of 128, so I'm very close, but I'd really like to keep my maintenance weight below 130 if possible.

For the record, I have not seen the 120's in my adult life before now. The lowest I even saw in the past was 130. So happy!

My fitbit helps with calories burned for sure. As I get more fit, I burn fewer calories doing the same workout. I recently went to a class at a local gym that was 45 minutes of circuit-based strength training and only burned about 180 calories in that time. When I run 5 km in 30 minutes I burn almost 350 calories. OP, I bet if you added in some cardio to your routine it would help you burn some extra calories that might be enough to give you a boost. I don't think I'll consider completely giving up cardio completely until I hit my goal. Then I'll work on recomp.

I know my weightloss has slowed now because of my weekend "binges" (mainly moderate amounts of alcohol and late-night munchies that go with it, but also dinners out and bigger breakfasts). I try to allow for them through the week but last weekend I went over by too much and ate only just below maintenance. I refuse to let my social life suffer because of my calorie counting though.

I keep telling myself its about developing good habits and having a plan I can sustain without feeling deprived. I really feel like I've mastered that and if I have to carry an extra 5 lbs on me to keep up the social eating/drinking, so be it! I'm much happier and healthier with 25 lbs gone

Good luck to you! You can do it!

cortneysmissionpossible

kailyw05 wrote: »

I am 5' 3.5" and started at 153 back in January. I feel like I've lost at a pretty steady pace, but have been hovering around 131-129 for about 3-4 weeks (not a big deal as I'm set to lose 0.5lb per week anyway). I set a goal of 128, so I'm very close, but I'd really like to keep my maintenance weight below 130 if possible.

For the record, I have not seen the 120's in my adult life before now. The lowest I even saw in the past was 130. So happy!

My fitbit helps with calories burned for sure. As I get more fit, I burn fewer calories doing the same workout. I recently went to a class at a local gym that was 45 minutes of circuit-based strength training and only burned about 180 calories in that time. When I run 5 km in 30 minutes I burn almost 350 calories. OP, I bet if you added in some cardio to your routine it would help you burn some extra calories that might be enough to give you a boost. I don't think I'll consider completely giving up cardio completely until I hit my goal. Then I'll work on recomp.

I know my weightloss has slowed now because of my weekend "binges" (mainly moderate amounts of alcohol and late-night munchies that go with it, but also dinners out and bigger breakfasts). I try to allow for them through the week but last weekend I went over by too much and ate only just below maintenance. I refuse to let my social life suffer because of my calorie counting though.

I keep telling myself its about developing good habits and having a plan I can sustain without feeling deprived. I really feel like I've mastered that and if I have to carry an extra 5 lbs on me to keep up the social eating/drinking, so be it! I'm much happier and healthier with 25 lbs gone

Good luck to you! You can do it!

This was very informative!!! Thank you so much!! ☺️

carole4000

Hi. I'm 5' 4" and have been stuck at 141 lbs for weeks - would be great to be in 130 lbs. Have a Fitbit and average burn 1800. Glad I read this thread - think I my weekends undo my good work!

arditarose

carole4000 wrote: »

Hi. I'm 5' 4" and have been stuck at 141 lbs for weeks - would be great to be in 130 lbs. Have a Fitbit and average burn 1800. Glad I read this thread - think I my weekends undo my good work!

That was a huge thing for me at 140! I had to make sure I was weighing and logging everything so carefully, shaving off 100 calories during the week, so I could have a day at maintenance over the weekend but still stay in a deficit.

lmhump

I hear ya I broke 140 last week ... 139.8 and this week despite trying to stay as on track as poss and 139.4 ... The last 10 pounds are a hard road.
I'm 5 5
Friend me .... Let's try and stay on course together

For me it's the weekends and social situations wine isn't my friend when it comes to control

cortneysmissionpossible

lmhump wrote: »

I hear ya I broke 140 last week ... 139.8 and this week despite trying to stay as on track as poss and 139.4 ... The last 10 pounds are a hard road.
I'm 5 5
Friend me .... Let's try and stay on course together

For me it's the weekends and social situations wine isn't my friend when it comes to control

Yes!!!! The weekends absolutely get me! My fit bit has shined some light on it though...I've had it about 3 weeks and I lost .5 a pound last week so we will see!

wrabbit007

I am 5'4" and 13 days postpartum after baby #2. Am 6 pounds away from my pre-baby weight of 165. My goal weight is 135 (my weight before baby #1). Still healing from giving birth but am looking to slowly get back into a workout / healthy eating routine. Looking for a 'buddy' to keep me motivated, on track and inspired!!!

sandels7

I'm 5'5" and 148. I'm currently committing to lose weight and increasing my overall health and vitality by doing a 34 day challenge (on day 4). The challenge involves:
- Eating between 1200-1500 calories every day.
- Exercising for at least 45 minutes a day with at least one other person. My preference is a class at the gym, ie. Yoga, step, aquafit, spin, etc., or I'll grab a friend and go for a walk or a hike.
- Diet involves the following: no sugar (berries, watermelon, Granny Smith apples ok); no gluten; limited grains (brown rice, buckwheat, amaranth ok); no dairy; no soy; no corn; add more healthy oils and fats, a clove of garlic daily first thing in the morning with water, 30-35 grams of fiber, increase protein, and lots of water (10 or more glasses), and take my supplements regularly (a whole other topic).

I weigh myself each morning and I have found that I am losing weight every single day. Some people say not to weigh everyday, but it works for me as it keeps me in check and motivates me to my goal.

What is my goal, you may ask? It's to be fit, strong, healthy and to carry less weight because it feels good.

sandels7

I'm 5'5" and 148. I'm currently committing to lose weight and increasing my overall health and vitality by doing a 34 day challenge (on day 4). The challenge involves:
- Eating between 1200-1500 calories every day.
- Exercising for at least 45 minutes a day with at least one other person. My preference is a class at the gym, ie. Yoga, step, aquafit, spin, etc., or I'll grab a friend and go for a walk or a hike.
- Diet involves the following: no sugar (berries, watermelon, Granny Smith apples ok); no gluten; limited grains (brown rice, buckwheat, amaranth ok); no dairy; no soy; no corn; add more healthy oils and fats, a clove of garlic daily first thing in the morning with water, 30-35 grams of fiber, increase protein, and lots of water (10 or more glasses), and take my supplements regularly (a whole other topic).

I weigh myself each morning and I have found that I am losing weight every single day. Some people say not to weigh everyday, but it works for me as it keeps me in check and motivates me to my goal.

What is my goal, you may ask? It's to be fit, strong, healthy and to carry less weight because it feels good.

sandels7

My short term goal by the way is 138. Will reassess once I get closer to it. Ultimately I am going for 116-123 lbs (where I used to be for many years a number of years ago)

lithezebra

I'm between 5'3" and 5'4" and weighed 145 at my heaviest. I got down to 130-135 in my 20s, mainly from exercise. Then when I was diagnosed with a hypothyroid problem and got medication, I slowly lost another 10-15 pounds. For me, consistent exercise and dealing with stress, are the main things. I can easily slide into emotional eating; daily exercise and dealing with anything that bothers me helps divert me away from that.

jvs125

I used to maintain between 125-130 and after the babies, it was more 133-137. It's not much, but I don't like it on me. My daughter turns 2 in September and in the meantime, I've been able to drop to 127 shortly once. Then slowly got up to 139 and decided to come back on MFP to help me out. I'm now down to 134 and food intake is THE key. I workout regularly (well, now I have an injured ankle so it's only easy mat exercises for now).. I'd like to go between 120-125, ideally.

michelle1173

I am 41 years old and in the same height/weight range as most people here. I am 5'6". I was 154 when I weighed myself a couple hours ago. About a month ago I was at about 159. I was at my highest just before that. I was not weighing myself regularly but mid day, I was just over 160. Although I would love to get to 135, I would be happy to just be under 145. I haven't been under 145 in a long time, but I did make it down to about 148 for my wedding a couple years ago. During the week my weight has been fluctuating between 154 and 156 for the past few weeks.

I have been recovering from surgery the last two months and have mainly just been walking and watching my calories. Now I am cleared to start easing into a workout routine, but I'm starting to have motivation issues.

triciab79

I'm 5'4" I started out at 218.6 and got down to 118. Then I started putting a bit of muscle on to fill in some of the loose skin now I am 123 ish. Losing weight was painful, I went hardcore to get it over with and dropped those 100lbs in about 9 months. I thought it would be more of a struggle to keep it off but I have kinda stumbled across a balancing act that works for me. I can still eat out with the hubby on date night every other week, and still make new recipes and bake cookies and pies and other deserts like I love to. Sept will mark 3yrs maintaining between 118-123.

sandels7

Key is consistency and getting back on plan as soon as possible whenever one strays. MFP really helps!

DancingMoosie

I'm 5'3" and my normal weight used to be around 150, probably 154 or so at my highest, size 10(tight). I'm down to 112-115 size 0. I did it with mfp, watching calories and working out daily, cardio and strength.

sandels7

triciab79 wrote: »

I'm 5'4" I started out at 218.6 and got down to 118. Then I started putting a bit of muscle on to fill in some of the loose skin now I am 123 ish. Losing weight was painful, I went hardcore to get it over with and dropped those 100lbs in about 9 months. I thought it would be more of a struggle to keep it off but I have kinda stumbled across a balancing act that works for me. I can still eat out with the hubby on date night every other week, and still make new recipes and bake cookies and pies and other deserts like I love to. Sept will mark 3yrs maintaining between 118-123.

How did you do it? Was it MFP? What calorie range? Any specific exercises?

galprincess

I'm a 5ft5 girl mum of 3 I'm just in maintenance at 128.5lb I was stuck at 145-150 for ages. What worked for me was accurate logging and drinking more water and I did 30 day shred. Not sure which worked if all 3 combined but accurate weighing and measuring food definitely helped.

galprincess

Would like to add I did mine at 0.5lb loss a week I ate sensibly but love my snacks I allow treats if they fit.

mxrsbxr23

Hey yall! I'm 5'4.5" and 17 and my highest weight was 210. this was back in March 2012. ive always dreaaaaammmed of being around 130. Right now im about 138 and im hopefully going to reach my goal by my birthday i mostly diet but try to sneak in work outs 3x a week 2012 profile vs a few days ago

cortneysmissionpossible

Well done ladies! Thank you for the motivation and success stories!

willpolen9872

My wife is 5’5” and around 100-110 but I am desperate for ways to convince her to work up to 140 - 150, I just wish I could find a way to get it across. 😢

lucindrapeach

Thank you so much for this thread! I have been struggling with getting below 140 since November of last year. I finally made it to 137 as of two days ago! Not easy! I walked like crazy and kept my calories under 1200 the best I could with the exception of a few days eating out here and there. I also drink atleast 8 8oz glasses of water a day.

All I can say is do NOT give up! Never Give up! I'm maintaining a 60-55 lb loss for five years and every year is a little harder. I pray a lot too. lol

I have before/after pics in my profile. Good Luck MFP friends, the journey is always more pleasant with like-minded people by your side. Insert heart.

deepwoodslady

sandels7 wrote: »

I'm 5'5" and 148. I'm currently committing to lose weight and increasing my overall health and vitality by doing a 34 day challenge (on day 4). The challenge involves:
- Eating between 1200-1500 calories every day.
- Exercising for at least 45 minutes a day with at least one other person. My preference is a class at the gym, ie. Yoga, step, aquafit, spin, etc., or I'll grab a friend and go for a walk or a hike.
- Diet involves the following: no sugar (berries, watermelon, Granny Smith apples ok); no gluten; limited grains (brown rice, buckwheat, amaranth ok); no dairy; no soy; no corn; add more healthy oils and fats, a clove of garlic daily first thing in the morning with water, 30-35 grams of fiber, increase protein, and lots of water (10 or more glasses), and take my supplements regularly (a whole other topic).

I weigh myself each morning and I have found that I am losing weight every single day. Some people say not to weigh everyday, but it works for me as it keeps me in check and motivates me to my goal.

What is my goal, you may ask? It's to be fit, strong, healthy and to carry less weight because it feels good.

@sandels7 Please tell me about the benefits of the clove of garlic in the morning. Have never heard of this.

justanotherloser007

5'4 49 years old, started in 2013 at 277 currently 148. I started the year at 155. So I am slowly losing. But I am not unhappy with my size and while I am still losing very slowly, I am not sure where I really want to stop. I will be at perfect bmi at 146. So I kinda want to be perfect BMI and I have a very thick bone structure. So I think that too will be a little different for everyone. Also, I saw a lady that was a size 0 and was very happy with that. But I am a size 6ish, and am frustrated already with trying to find clothes in my size. At this point I usually hit thrift shops, that may be because I have no idea where to shop for non-plus size clothes since I have been morbidly obese for about 28 years before losing it.

I think the mentality is pretty much, keep it up. Don't stop! Keep tracking, get a feel for it, and know your weaknesses. Enjoy!

everydaysteps

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justanotherloser007

deepwoodslady wrote: »

@sandels7 Please tell me about the benefits of the clove of garlic in the morning. Have never heard of this. [/quote]

When I wanted to do it, it was for allergies. But, it will keep away people at an alarming rate