5'2" 1200 cal looking for friends for weight loss support

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  • patricksalazar0123
    patricksalazar0123 Posts: 29 Member
    Finally a forum with short people! I love this! Short people unite!

    5'4 [MALE] eating 1,650 calories and currently weighing in at 157. My goal weight is 142 and I WILL get there! Add me all you short people! o:)
  • earthnut
    earthnut Posts: 216 Member
    I'm 5'2" and eating 1200 calories. SW: 160, CW: 160, GW: 135. I've lost weight twice in the past. The first time, I didn't even intend to, I just started dancing lessons and lost 40 pounds (down to 105 pounds). It took 10 years to gain back. I lost 20 pounds over the course of last year. Then this year I gained it all back in the first several months. I've been trying to lose again for the last 2 months and nothing at all has budged.

    Eating very healthy, almost half my diet is fruits and vegetables, and not juice or potatoes either. No soda (don't like it anyway). I'm not hungry, but even so it's hard to stay near 1200 calories every day. I've always eaten healthy, my diet really only needed some tweaking and restriction, no major changes.

    I'm trying to exercise more this time around, because I feel like I'm doing everything else I can. Currently I burn 3000-5000 calories per week (for my work). My goal is to exercise off at least 1000 calories every day. On days I work this is easy (and I allow myself an extra 100 calories to eat). Other days I plan to jog, bike, or swim.

    If anyone else has other suggestions, I'd like to hear them. The weight is being very stubborn this time!
  • earthnut
    earthnut Posts: 216 Member
    edited July 2015
    hcdo wrote: »
    I'm 5'3" eating around 1200-1250 as well. I'd love some ideas from others about low cal, highly-filling foods as often I tend to go over my cals for the day and yet am still hungry. It doesn't help that I live in a house with teenage boys all over 6' who can basically eat an entire cow in one sitting and not gain an ounce.
    Fruits and vegetables, preferably raw. Not juiced or fried, and keep condiments to a minimum. Fruits and vegetables are the least calorie dense foods around. Most people don't eat nearly enough. For meals I try to fill my plate with half fruits and vegetables. When I snack between meals, I try to eat fruits and vegetables whenever possible. Soups are also good, and lean protein like beans and seafood keeps you full too.

    Water, fiber, and protein keep you full. Fat, carbs, and sugar will make you feel hungry sooner. Fruits and vegetables are high in water and fiber. Beans are high in protein and fiber. etc.
  • bamagurl143
    bamagurl143 Posts: 1 Member
    Hi everyone! I'm 5ft and had lost down to 140 after hitting close to 200lbs with my daughter who is now 2.5. However, after getting hurt at work and then becoming a SAHM I had gained back up to 160. My goal is 125. I've used this off and on for the last few months but am absolutely determined to lose this weight now! Did my first mile on my treadmill tonight for the first time in I don't even remember how long! The injury was to my knee which slows me on exercise but I know I can do this! I am measuring out my food, but I've noticed that some days I'm just not eating enough. At 1200 calories, some days I may only hit 1000 calories. I'd love some support and will certainly return the favor.
  • chasingthesun85
    chasingthesun85 Posts: 22 Member
    CMW0929 wrote: »
    Good Morning..
    I am 5'0 and 138lbs. In the perfect world with out lifes distractions and being tired all the time I'd like to be at 125 but, really I would be happy with anything under 130. This week I have incorporated more veggies in my diet and have reduced the amount of sugar that I am eating however, I just can't get motivated to excersise. I have also been thinking about buying a food scale, is it really worth it? Any suggestions?

    I never worked out either until June 1st I decided I was done being unhappy and wanted to get fit before turning 30 in October, I decided to try to work out at least every other day. I ended up feeling great after doing a 30 min cardio video, and after a week of doing it everyother day, did some research on fat loss and decided to start working out 6-7 days a week, even if some days I could only squeeze in a 15 min HIIT workout off YouTube! I also started lifting weights every other day with an old barbell and weights I found in the garage that used to be my brothers. In 5 weeks I've lost 6.5 lbs. I also watched what I eat of course but not as closely as I could, which is why I got MFP. My goal is to stay under 1200. I do carb cycling on strength training days and eat very low carb on days off from that.
    I have 2 kids at home and some days I literally have to give my self a "pep talk" which is basically me telling myself to just get up off my *kitten* and do it, that's the tough part, but once I get moving I started feeling better and afterward I feel awesome from the endorphins. And now I'm in the habit of it, I don't feel right without it, and even enjoy and look forward to working out, pretty cool considering I used to "hate working out" but I guess I never gave it a shot, I'd always give up before getting my body into the routine of it.


  • petitehealth
    petitehealth Posts: 148 Member
    nicolemm94 wrote: »
    Hi, I'm a bit new to this. I'm 5'1" & 21 years old this November. My current weight is 140. This is the biggest I've been since high school. I use to be between 125-130 & that's what my goal weight is. I'm hoping to lose a noticeable amount by my birthday. I am trying to do the 1200 calories a day diet. I was wondering if it's okay to not reach that each day? Trust me I eat, I just had little Caesars today lol. There are just days I'm not as hungry depending what times I eat and what I eat. I also workout at the gym. I do cardio for an hour minimum. Any tips?

    I know it can be done and I have done it and lost weight, however you will read over and over again to not attempt to consume less than 1200 calories a day. Weight loss may be the immediate result however, long term, this can significantly decrease your metabolism. Your body will adapt to using the small amount of calories it has coming in and additional calories will be stored as fat.

    I personally strive to eat at least 1200 per day to meet this goal.
  • Tikababy1978
    Tikababy1978 Posts: 2 Member
    I am 5'3". SW140 CW136 GWa130 GWb125. I want to try strength training. My youngest has special needs and the lifting etc is getting really difficult. I do not know where to start. I am type 1 diabetic and over the past 5 days have discovered using MFP in combination with a low carb diet has improved my blood sugars quite a bit. Add me!
  • ivanaking86
    ivanaking86 Posts: 1 Member
    edited July 2015
    I'm 4'10'', 125lb with goal weight for 110lb. My macros put me at 1500 cal for training and off days but with less fat and carbs for off days. I think I can eat less but since I lift 4x week I keep the calories up a little higher than I would like.

    I just want my waist to whittle down by 3 or 4 inches. I currently have a very weird body shape for my height: 37-30-39. Whenever I see my pictures, I see a curvy dwarf.
  • metamorphosis321
    metamorphosis321 Posts: 11 Member
    I am 5'3 with a current goal weight of 130.
    SW 185
    CW 163
    I'll take all the motivation I can get!
  • michelleellis
    michelleellis Posts: 63 Member
    seekingbetterme wrote: »
    petitehealth wrote: »
    Do you all weight out/measure your food? What's working well for you?

    I weigh out pretty much everything. At first I was just logging estimates, but I find that I get better results when I weigh everything! The food scale I bought was only like $10 on Amazon so I think it was totally worth it. You don't need a fancy $50 scale for sure!


    What was the name of that scale on Amazon? I may want to invest in it for 10 bucks...
  • acoustophoresis
    acoustophoresis Posts: 49 Member
    I'm 5'3.5 and around 160. I eat 1200-1300 and try to exercise 200 off. I just added a bunch of people willy nilly from this thread!
  • petitehealth
    petitehealth Posts: 148 Member
    I have been having a rough week. Aches/pains, sleepiness, off my normal schedule, booze in the house...AH! Support needed :neutral:
  • laineybz
    laineybz Posts: 704 Member
    petitehealth wrote: »
    laineybz wrote: »
    I'm 5"2, started at 196lbs on a 1200 calorie amount. Am now maintaining around 106lbs, have been for a couple of years.

    What's your calorie goal now that you are maintaining?

    MFP says 1440 but i'm on around 1500. I have a desk job so spend around 10 hours a day just sitting down.
  • betza04
    betza04 Posts: 8 Member
    Hi guys I'm 5"4 sw 164 cw162. GW 145..I've been on my journey to clean eating and getting at a healthy weight..this is my 4th week..so far I lost some pounds hvnt weight my self yet. Am looking also for motivations and tips recipes from other people..my calories are 1260.. Workouts 4days a week cardio and muscle training.. I don't have much friends on here would also like some.
  • kristin_17
    kristin_17 Posts: 1 Member
    I'm 5'2" and shooting for 1200/day. Feel free to add me too!
  • andrade313
    andrade313 Posts: 12 Member
    Martha6010 wrote: »
    I'm 5'2 sw 185lbs cw 172 lbs gw 130 lbs 1200 calorie goal diary is open. Feel free to add me for motivation support :)
    Jasmunr wrote: »
    caymans1029 wrote: »
    Hi. I'm 5' tall. SW 133, CW 117, goal weight changed from 113 to
    115. It just seemed more realistic. It has been a struggle to figure out what works, but it just gets easier now. I feel great!

    @caymans1029 I'm 5'0, started at 133, and currently 117 as well :) although my goal is 105. My original goal was 113. Such an odd number for a goal but it seems many of us have it lol.

    I am also 5'2" and my goal weight is 110-115. SW 133, CW 125. Looking for support and motivation. Feel free to add me!
  • seekingbetterme
    seekingbetterme Posts: 39 Member
    michelleellis wrote: »
    seekingbetterme wrote: »
    petitehealth wrote: »
    Do you all weight out/measure your food? What's working well for you?

    I weigh out pretty much everything. At first I was just logging estimates, but I find that I get better results when I weigh everything! The food scale I bought was only like $10 on Amazon so I think it was totally worth it. You don't need a fancy $50 scale for sure!


    What was the name of that scale on Amazon? I may want to invest in it for 10 bucks...

    http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009L5LH84?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00

    This is the one I purchased! It has the same features as some of the more expensive ones but without that huge price tag! You can change the units from g, oz, lb/oz, ml, and fl oz. There's also a tare button that zeros the scale so you can weigh multiple things at once (ex. putting the bread on and weighing it, then tare and place lunchmeat on top, etc.)

    I bought it over a year ago and it works perfectly! And it has made a HUGE difference in my weight loss! Totally worth the $10!
  • KellyPham1
    KellyPham1 Posts: 1 Member
    I'm 4'10 and I'm on a 1200 calorie a day. On my strength training days, mfp put me on 1500 calories 3x a week. I'm trying to lose approximately 5 lbs so I can have a more toned physique. I'm pretty muscular already. I just need to eat properly so that I can lose a bit of fat off my belly.

    Feel free to add me.
  • andrade313
    andrade313 Posts: 12 Member
    I am also trying to eat healthier and cleaner. I want to lose 10-15lbs and get toned, especially the belly. I am 5'2", SW 133, CW 125. Feel free to add me for support/motivation.
  • JustBreathe418
    JustBreathe418 Posts: 355 Member
    petitehealth wrote: »
    flelliott21 wrote: »
    Hey! I've just signed up a couple of days ago and am in need of some motivational friends too. I am getting married next year so want to feel and look good!

    I am getting married next year too! It really re-ignited my motivation!

    Same for me! I am getting married at the end of this year and that's what motivated me to start losing weight and getting back in shape. I am 5'2" and eating 1220cals per day. More if I work out.
  • ariana5117
    ariana5117 Posts: 13 Member
    Hey girls ! I'm 5'2, I have a 1200 cal daily goal! I would love to have and give support! Add me please. SW.133 GW. 115-120.
  • petitehealth
    petitehealth Posts: 148 Member
    JustBreathe418 wrote: »
    Same for me! I am getting married at the end of this year and that's what motivated me to start losing weight and getting back in shape. I am 5'2" and eating 1220cals per day. More if I work out.

    Congrats! We got this!!!
  • lunarunner26
    lunarunner26 Posts: 11 Member
    @petitehealth - have you ever thought about doing the 21 day fix from beachbody?
    I am a coach and can get you set-up. I am starting a fitness challenge on August 3rd and another September 1st. With the 21 day fix, they provide portion control containers and tell you what you can have in each container. It is super easy and convenient. I have heard a lot of success stories from the program.
    The purchase of a challenge pack also comes with a coach (me) and the group that keeps you motivated and you can stay participating in the groups for as long as you want. They are held on facebook.
    I just had my 1st baby, so i am looking to re-lose the weight. Congrats on your engagement!!!!
    PM me if you are interested :)
  • KBmoments
    KBmoments Posts: 193 Member
    laineybz wrote: »
    I'm 5"2, started at 196lbs on a 1200 calorie amount. Am now maintaining around 106lbs, have been for a couple of years.

    Did you stay on 1200 throughout your entire weightloss? How many cals do you maintain on currently?
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