52 and 2/1/2 weeks in and only lost 1lb

jeskridge

I started Jan. 4. Gave up diet coke, eating 1200-1400 calories a day, fruits, veggies proteins and a few low carbs. I started exercising this week 30 mins in the morning to Jillian Michaels Body Revolution and weighed in and only have lost 1 lb. Has anyone out there ever had such a slow start. Usually you drop a lot the first week or so but that didn't happen to me. I am drinking a ton of water too. Any support would be great.

mirandadeakin

Have you tried tracking your sodium intake? You are doing great! You will see a difference adding exercise! Keep going!!

RuNaRoUnDaFiEld

When you start exercising your muscles can hold on to water to help them recover.

Stick with it a few more weeks and if you still haven't lost any more then you are probably eating more than you think.

jeskridge

I have not done that yet. I am sure it went down significantly giving up the diet coke. I really don't have too much. I make egg whites with a wholewheat tortilla for breakfast, salad, light dressing and bullion for lunch and chicken and veges and maybe some rice for dinner and an apple for snack. I try to keep it simple. If anything I am getting healthier.

erinraden

Is it possible you overestimated your activity level?

erinraden

Also, I had a lot of bloating at first that was discouraging

yazmizzie8

Don't lose hope!! You're off to a great start, it's better than consuming and not doing any exercise at all!!

AmbersWay

My body is hard on me too. I lose nicely for a week and plateau for 3 weeks. Just keep doing. You will feel better. Don't stress the numbers.

Saraa000

It also depends on how much you have to lose. If it's not a lot of weight it's going to take you longer. I lose half a pound one week or sometimes nothing and drop 3 pounds the next week. Everyone's body is different keep doing what you are doing.

bsbprincess

First of all: you can do it!!!

I just started on Jan 2nd, and I was so mad I only lost .5 pounds my first week. Then I took my measurements and in that week I lost an inch on my hips and waist. So definitely take measurements! As others have said, when we first start working out sometimes the scales don't show a difference. Muscles retain water and all that. If you are getting smaller, then you know you're making some progress.

yourhiddengem

Once I maintained for four weeks in a row even though I was doing everything right and then the next week I dropped three pounds. Sometimes it takes a little while to get momentum going. That's why I don't live or die by the scale anymore. I'm trying to go by how I feel, and if exercising is getting easier, ect. A lot of people go by measurements.

helaurin

Also, if you are exercising and building muscle - muscle weighs more than fat. So you may be transforming your body in terms of body fat %, and still be hovering in the same weight area for now.

VryIrishGirl76

Stay the course

AskTracyAnnK28

jeskridge wrote: »

I started Jan. 4. Gave up diet coke, eating 1200-1400 calories a day, fruits, veggies proteins and a few low carbs. I started exercising this week 30 mins in the morning to Jillian Michaels Body Revolution and weighed in and only have lost 1 lb. Has anyone out there ever had such a slow start. Usually you drop a lot the first week or so but that didn't happen to me. I am drinking a ton of water too. Any support would be great.

Are you using a food scale? I'm thinking you're probably not weighing/measuring/logging correctly

skydiveD30571

helaurin wrote: »

Also, if you are exercising and building muscle - muscle weighs more than fat. So you may be transforming your body in terms of body fat %, and still be hovering in the same weight area for now.

Unfortunately, no. If she is in a calorie deficit she will not be building any noticeable amount of muscle. Especially not in just a couple weeks.

Chances are your weight loss is being masked by water weight which is typical at the beginning of a new workout regimen. If you aren't already weighing and logging EVERYTHING you eat, you should start.

Mexicanbigfoot

helaurin wrote: »

Also, if you are exercising and building muscle - muscle weighs more than fat. So you may be transforming your body in terms of body fat %, and still be hovering in the same weight area for now.

A pound of muscle and a pound of fat weigh the same. Muscle is leaner, but it's doubtful you've built that much muscle in 2 1/2 weeks.

Many other factors play into this; how much you have to lose, if you are eating back exercise calories, if you are weighing your food.

I would invest in a good food scale (you can get one for around $20) and make sure you weight everything you eat so you are logging accurately. Good luck!

CharlieBeansmomTracey

skydiveD30571 wrote: »

helaurin wrote: »

Also, if you are exercising and building muscle - muscle weighs more than fat. So you may be transforming your body in terms of body fat %, and still be hovering in the same weight area for now.

Unfortunately, no. If she is in a calorie deficit she will not be building any noticeable amount of muscle. Especially not in just a couple weeks.

Chances are your weight loss is being masked by water weight which is typical at the beginning of a new workout regimen. If you aren't already weighing and logging EVERYTHING you eat, you should start.

+1

RoseTheWarrior

You mention having bullion for lunch (daily?). If so, that's probably an issue. It's pretty much pure sodium, unless you get the no sodium type. Also, you should weight your food on a food scale. Eyeballing things never works well, and anything listed on a package label is really based on weight, not cups or spoons.

jeskridge

Thank you all for your suggestions and support. First time ever using a message board. I really didn't think anyone would respond. This is terrific. I will start using the scale and checking the sodium and staying the course.

pensierobello

Hi, are you logging in your diary? I'd advise doing that for starters. Definitely use a scale - you'll be surprised at what quantities actually look like, especially things like rice.

Dlann

I'm 52. I started last January 2.. Keep doing what you are doing.. Trudge on. It will work. I lost 25 lbs and 3-4 clothes sizes.. Weight wasn't gained in a few weeks the best weight loss is slowly taking it off!

candicer

Dlann wrote: »

I'm 52. I started last January 2.. Keep doing what you are doing.. Trudge on. It will work. I lost 25 lbs and 3-4 clothes sizes.. Weight wasn't gained in a few weeks the best weight loss is slowly taking it off!

Diann, How long did it take you to get the 25 pounds off? And how long before you lost your first few? Ive been doing this (religiously!) for 3 weeks and nada, nothing, zip. I have about 25 to loose as well.

CharlieBeansmomTracey

candicer wrote: »

Dlann wrote: »

I'm 52. I started last January 2.. Keep doing what you are doing.. Trudge on. It will work. I lost 25 lbs and 3-4 clothes sizes.. Weight wasn't gained in a few weeks the best weight loss is slowly taking it off!

Diann, How long did it take you to get the 25 pounds off? And how long before you lost your first few? Ive been doing this (religiously!) for 3 weeks and nada, nothing, zip. I have about 25 to loose as well.

Im not diann,but its going to be different for everyone. if you havent lost anything make sure you have a food scale,weigh all solids and semi solids on a scale in grams and all liquids in cups(or on the scale as well) in ounces.cups and spoon measurements are not accurate for solids and semi solids. even serving sizes on packaging tends to be off. fruit/veggies even if they are the same size most of the time will have different weights which means different calorie levels.and make sure the entries in MFP are accurate. a lot of them are off. so you can cross reference by using the package,website,usda website and so on to make sure.

_Figgzie_

You're eating more than you think, you're burning less than you think........eat less and move more

Mavrick_RN

helaurin wrote: »

Also, if you are exercising and building muscle - muscle weighs more than fat. So you may be transforming your body in terms of body fat %, and still be hovering in the same weight area for now.

This is such total BS.

boxfish100

You are doing great and you *will* see results, but it is totally normal to expect a lot of water retention especially when starting up a new exercise routine. I gained 5-7lb the first time I started working out with Jillian Michaels DVDs - did not see inches drop the first three weeks, felt stronger/more fit but also felt puffy and my clothes fit worse if anything during those weeks. Near the end of the first month I started seeing the kind of results that motivated me to start in the first place. Since 2014 I've dropped 3 dress sizes overall, very very slowly and with ups and downs along the way. I'm 47. You got this.

spzjlb

Keep it up. In three months, you'll be so proud. Take measures and photos. It'll come off. (I was in your place last year...)

gdadki

I am 58 and have hypothyroidism and it will certainly affect your ability to lose weight. You can do it but you have to be patient. If you continue to have trouble losing consider having your doctor do done blood work.

Nikki10129

Yeah, if you aren't currently weighing your food, just sort of guesstimating, that's why I think you aren't losing quickly, you're probably eating more than you suspect

leilbobeil

I notice that when I restart working out I often don't see much results at first. I do notice that when my protein intake is increased my results increase. And the same goes for water. So maybe pay attention to the amount of protein you are eating if you are logging all your food.

And remember, a body in motion will look like a body in motion. If you put in the effort and push the body it will change whether it be the number on the scale, muscle definition, or feeling stronger. Keep it up and the results will follow.

southportmom2fab5

As my mom used to say, "1 cheeseburger will not make you fat just as one salad won't make you thin." Carry on, this is a journey with possible detours (injuries, major life stressors) and destinations (your end goals may change from weight, BMI, fitness level, etc). Your commitment to yourself will be your single most important predictor of success. You're worth it!