Not seeing results expected after 2 months

heidiberr

Hello!

I've been getting frustrated so I figured it's time for expert advice.

I lost 95 pounds in about 2 years time--lowest weight was last summer at 134.8. I was lifting 3x a week following the Body Sculpting Bible for women and running 3x a week.

I got a little burned out, had some life changes happened and am now at 170 and feeling crappy about it.

I've been lifting 3x a week using the same program and about 25 minutes on the elliptical 3 days a week as well. I also take my dog on daily walks and frequently go fishing/hiking on weekends. I'm very accurate in logging everything I eat but do admit to not using a food scale. I do measure.

I have lost inches and have went down a clothing size, but no weight lost.

I'm 5'2, 170 pounds. My bf, by estimate, is between 20-25%

I eat 1800 calories a day and am following a TDEE method.

225 carbs ( never over this)

56 fats (frequently over)

113 protein ( strive to meet and go beyond this)

I've taken one cheat day in the past two months and only didn't log dinner.

Any help/insight either of you could provide would be extremely appreciated.

Thanks!
Heidi

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georgina1970

I'm interest in Sidesteels recommendation as I'm in a similar situation.

heidiberr

Open--my apologies!

SideSteel

Hey there,

Your average is right around 1800 based on the data I"m pulling.


I'd suggest one of two options for you.

1) Reduce calories to 1600 taking them from carbohydrate and leaving your protein and fat totals as is.
or
2) Purchase a food scale immediately, and use it regularly. Leave intake the same for 1 week but use the food scale all the time.

2) is more tedious but also more valuable in what it may show you.


Follow up in 1 to 2 weeks with an update if you would like further information.

SideSteel

I'm interest in Sidesteels recommendation as I'm in a similar situation.

You're welcome to follow along but my advice for her may not be the same for you.

heidiberr

I'll give the reduced calories a shot since I don't have the budget for a food scale--thanks so much!

amonkey794

Just a question, though. Yo said you lost inches and went down in clothing, just not scale weight. Why is the scale number so important. What you were doing was obviously working. With a higher body weight and a lower BF you would be able to consume more calories to simply maintain. Just curious :flowerforyou:

heidiberr

More vanity reasons--I don't care if I don't reach 135 again--however I want to fit into my old wardrobe again. I do want to lose some of the fat I gained as I was about 18% body fat before.

amonkey794

http://bodyspace.bodybuilding.com/community/progress-photos/LadyFirefighter

Here is an example of a female who is 5'5 ~170lbs and at 15% body fat! Just thought I'd show you as I find it good inspiration Good luck! I hope you get that kicka$$ body you are working for!

bostonwolf

I'll give the reduced calories a shot since I don't have the budget for a food scale--thanks so much!

You can get a perfectly usable one new for $20.

http://www.amazon.com/Scales-Measuring-Tools-Cooks-Gadgets/b?ie=UTF8&node=289787

bostonwolf

Hello!

I've been getting frustrated so I figured it's time for expert advice.

I lost 95 pounds in about 2 years time--lowest weight was last summer at 134.8. I was lifting 3x a week following the Body Sculpting Bible for women and running 3x a week.

I got a little burned out, had some life changes happened and am now at 170 and feeling crappy about it.

I've been lifting 3x a week using the same program and about 25 minutes on the elliptical 3 days a week as well. I also take my dog on daily walks and frequently go fishing/hiking on weekends. I'm very accurate in logging everything I eat but do admit to not using a food scale. I do measure.

I have lost inches and have went down a clothing size, but no weight lost.

I'm 5'2, 170 pounds. My bf, by estimate, is between 20-25%

I don't want to nitpick, but are you sure about your BF number? If you are there could be some good news buried in there.

If you are 170 at 25% bf you are carrying 127.5lbs of lean body mass. At 20% 135 lbs of LBM. Either you were in competition bodybuilding shape at 135 in bodyweight or you'd added considerable muscle as you've gained this weight while doing your routine.

That's a good thing. You should have a higher daily TDEE now just from that added muscle which will make cutting a bit easier.

heidiberr

Hello!

I've been getting frustrated so I figured it's time for expert advice.

I lost 95 pounds in about 2 years time--lowest weight was last summer at 134.8. I was lifting 3x a week following the Body Sculpting Bible for women and running 3x a week.

I got a little burned out, had some life changes happened and am now at 170 and feeling crappy about it.

I've been lifting 3x a week using the same program and about 25 minutes on the elliptical 3 days a week as well. I also take my dog on daily walks and frequently go fishing/hiking on weekends. I'm very accurate in logging everything I eat but do admit to not using a food scale. I do measure.

I have lost inches and have went down a clothing size, but no weight lost.

I'm 5'2, 170 pounds. My bf, by estimate, is between 20-25%

I don't want to nitpick, but are you sure about your BF number? If you are there could be some good news buried in there.

If you are 170 at 25% bf you are carrying 127.5lbs of lean body mass. At 20% 135 lbs of LBM. Either you were in competition bodybuilding shape at 135 in bodyweight or you'd added considerable muscle as you've gained this weight while doing your routine.

That's a good thing. You should have a higher daily TDEE now just from that added muscle which will make cutting a bit easier.

Not 100% positive but based on image comparisons and measurements. I was lifting a lot while gaining the weight--I just stopped calorie counting. I have some stomach definition right now. It was an unintentional bulk I guess.

My body shape is coming back quickly with calorie counting, but my weight is at a complete stand still

I'm not looking to get back to my smallest weight--I'm just looking to get back to that body composition.

Sarauk2sf

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