6 weeks later..no results?

momoisgorgeousss
momoisgorgeousss Posts: 40 Member
edited November 21 in Fitness and Exercise
Hello, I've been going to the gym for exactly 6 weeks. I started at 123, and now I weight 124.6 pounds. So I haven't lost any weight, I've gained! Also, I don't (think) I look an different, my progress pictures don't look any different, and my measurements are the same. My diet hasn't changed, if anything it's better! What am I doing wrong?

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  • kimny72
    kimny72 Posts: 16,011 Member
    You are already fairly light, how tall are you? Considering your current weight, you shouldn't be expecting to lose more than half-a-lb per week, which can easily be hidden by water weight fluctuations.

    How accurate is your logging? Are you using a food scale? Increased activity can very subtly increase appetite, causing you to stuff a little more rice into that measuring cup, or to eyeball what you think is the same amount of chicken you always have but is really a bit larger. And you end up eating back all the calories you burned.

    Exercise can help you burn some extra calories, but weight loss is most affected by diet.

    If you are already a healthy weight but not happy with your shape, it's possible your best bet would be to stop trying to lose weight and start a progressive strength program. Either way, patience is going to be key!
  • Ready2Rock206
    Ready2Rock206 Posts: 9,487 Member
    What results were you expecting and what were you doing at the gym to achieve those results? We need a little more details to give decent advice.

    If it is weight loss you're after you get those results in the kitchen - you say you didn't change your eating so I am assuming weight loss isn't actually your goal - but just in case or if anyone else is wanting advice I thought I should mention it.

  • momoisgorgeousss
    momoisgorgeousss Posts: 40 Member
    kimny72 wrote: »
    You are already fairly light, how tall are you? Considering your current weight, you shouldn't be expecting to lose more than half-a-lb per week, which can easily be hidden by water weight fluctuations.

    How accurate is your logging? Are you using a food scale? Increased activity can very subtly increase appetite, causing you to stuff a little more rice into that measuring cup, or to eyeball what you think is the same amount of chicken you always have but is really a bit larger. And you end up eating back all the calories you burned.

    Exercise can help you burn some extra calories, but weight loss is most affected by diet.

    If you are already a healthy weight but not happy with your shape, it's possible your best bet would be to stop trying to lose weight and start a progressive strength program. Either way, patience is going to be key!


    I am 5'3, female, 20 years old! My logging isn't suuuper accurate, I meausure some things, eyeball other things.
  • momoisgorgeousss
    momoisgorgeousss Posts: 40 Member
    Ready2Rock206 wrote: »
    What results were you expecting and what were you doing at the gym to achieve those results? We need a little more details to give decent advice.

    If it is weight loss you're after you get those results in the kitchen - you say you didn't change your eating so I am assuming weight loss isn't actually your goal - but just in case or if anyone else is wanting advice I thought I should mention it.

    We go to the gym 4 days a week, do cardio, stretch, and then do weight training, we break up the days (back and bis, abs and legs, shoulder/chest triceps, and abs and legs again)

    I'm kind of confused on my goal, not sure if I should aim to lose weight then build muscle, or maintain and build muscle? I just want a toned, tight body, mainly my stomach and legs :)
  • timtam163
    timtam163 Posts: 500 Member
    This might help:

    https://www.aworkoutroutine.com/bulk-and-cut/

    In order for any of this to work you have to track more accurately; working out is great for many reasons, but working out alone won't bring weight loss results.
  • sijomial
    sijomial Posts: 19,809 Member
    momoisgorgeousss wrote: »
    Ready2Rock206 wrote: »
    What results were you expecting and what were you doing at the gym to achieve those results? We need a little more details to give decent advice.

    If it is weight loss you're after you get those results in the kitchen - you say you didn't change your eating so I am assuming weight loss isn't actually your goal - but just in case or if anyone else is wanting advice I thought I should mention it.

    We go to the gym 4 days a week, do cardio, stretch, and then do weight training, we break up the days (back and bis, abs and legs, shoulder/chest triceps, and abs and legs again)

    I'm kind of confused on my goal, not sure if I should aim to lose weight then build muscle, or maintain and build muscle? I just want a toned, tight body, mainly my stomach and legs :)

    Doesn't sound a great routine to be honest if strength and muscle growth is your primary goal of your exercise. Both cardio and stretching have the ability to compromise your weight training.
    Six weeks is a short time period to see results beyond hopefully your strength improving and adding weight to the bar.

    If you don't want to be lighter then don't have (or attempt) a calorie deficit. A calorie deficit will reduce fat but compromise your "results" as regards training.
  • momoisgorgeousss
    momoisgorgeousss Posts: 40 Member
    edited September 2017
    sijomial wrote: »
    momoisgorgeousss wrote: »
    Ready2Rock206 wrote: »
    What results were you expecting and what were you doing at the gym to achieve those results? We need a little more details to give decent advice.

    If it is weight loss you're after you get those results in the kitchen - you say you didn't change your eating so I am assuming weight loss isn't actually your goal - but just in case or if anyone else is wanting advice I thought I should mention it.

    We go to the gym 4 days a week, do cardio, stretch, and then do weight training, we break up the days (back and bis, abs and legs, shoulder/chest triceps, and abs and legs again)

    I'm kind of confused on my goal, not sure if I should aim to lose weight then build muscle, or maintain and build muscle? I just want a toned, tight body, mainly my stomach and legs :)

    Doesn't sound a great routine to be honest if strength and muscle growth is your primary goal of your exercise. Both cardio and stretching have the ability to compromise your weight training.
    Six weeks is a short time period to see results beyond hopefully your strength improving and adding weight to the bar.

    If you don't want to be lighter then don't have (or attempt) a calorie deficit. A calorie deficit will reduce fat but compromise your "results" as regards training.



    We only do 20 minutes cardio, and stretch just to warm up to weights. I have noticed that I can lift heavier than when I started
  • sijomial
    sijomial Posts: 19,809 Member
    momoisgorgeousss wrote: »
    sijomial wrote: »
    momoisgorgeousss wrote: »
    Ready2Rock206 wrote: »
    What results were you expecting and what were you doing at the gym to achieve those results? We need a little more details to give decent advice.

    If it is weight loss you're after you get those results in the kitchen - you say you didn't change your eating so I am assuming weight loss isn't actually your goal - but just in case or if anyone else is wanting advice I thought I should mention it.

    We go to the gym 4 days a week, do cardio, stretch, and then do weight training, we break up the days (back and bis, abs and legs, shoulder/chest triceps, and abs and legs again)

    I'm kind of confused on my goal, not sure if I should aim to lose weight then build muscle, or maintain and build muscle? I just want a toned, tight body, mainly my stomach and legs :)

    Doesn't sound a great routine to be honest if strength and muscle growth is your primary goal of your exercise. Both cardio and stretching have the ability to compromise your weight training.
    Six weeks is a short time period to see results beyond hopefully your strength improving and adding weight to the bar.

    If you don't want to be lighter then don't have (or attempt) a calorie deficit. A calorie deficit will reduce fat but compromise your "results" as regards training.



    We only do 20 minutes cardio, and stretch just to warm up to weights. I have noticed that I can lift heavier than when I started
    Unfortunately the fitness world is full of salesmen pushing unrealistic timescales for people to transform themselves.

    The bold is exactly the results you would expect after a short time, if you enjoy your routine carry on but it's probably sub-optimal. The downside of optimal routines though is that they can be deadly dull.

    Take measurements and progress photos and expect the process to take months not weeks.
  • sardelsa
    sardelsa Posts: 9,812 Member
    momoisgorgeousss wrote: »
    Ready2Rock206 wrote: »
    What results were you expecting and what were you doing at the gym to achieve those results? We need a little more details to give decent advice.

    If it is weight loss you're after you get those results in the kitchen - you say you didn't change your eating so I am assuming weight loss isn't actually your goal - but just in case or if anyone else is wanting advice I thought I should mention it.

    We go to the gym 4 days a week, do cardio, stretch, and then do weight training, we break up the days (back and bis, abs and legs, shoulder/chest triceps, and abs and legs again)

    I'm kind of confused on my goal, not sure if I should aim to lose weight then build muscle, or maintain and build muscle? I just want a toned, tight body, mainly my stomach and legs :)

    I think the best thing to do is pick a goal and stick with it. If you are continually wishy-washy about what you want, your results will follow.

    Also, your routine does seem sub-optimal as mentioned. Not to say you can't make progress on a split like you have there (obviously if you are really enjoying it and it keeps you going to the gym, that is a factor too) but I would maybe consider looking into a full body routine.

    6 weeks is not a lot of time no matter what your goals are.. patience is key
  • lorrpb
    lorrpb Posts: 11,463 Member
    edited September 2017
    momoisgorgeousss wrote: »
    sijomial wrote: »
    momoisgorgeousss wrote: »
    Ready2Rock206 wrote: »
    What results were you expecting and what were you doing at the gym to achieve those results? We need a little more details to give decent advice.

    If it is weight loss you're after you get those results in the kitchen - you say you didn't change your eating so I am assuming weight loss isn't actually your goal - but just in case or if anyone else is wanting advice I thought I should mention it.

    We go to the gym 4 days a week, do cardio, stretch, and then do weight training, we break up the days (back and bis, abs and legs, shoulder/chest triceps, and abs and legs again)

    I'm kind of confused on my goal, not sure if I should aim to lose weight then build muscle, or maintain and build muscle? I just want a toned, tight body, mainly my stomach and legs :)

    Doesn't sound a great routine to be honest if strength and muscle growth is your primary goal of your exercise. Both cardio and stretching have the ability to compromise your weight training.
    Six weeks is a short time period to see results beyond hopefully your strength improving and adding weight to the bar.

    If you don't want to be lighter then don't have (or attempt) a calorie deficit. A calorie deficit will reduce fat but compromise your "results" as regards training.



    We only do 20 minutes cardio, and stretch just to warm up to weights. I have noticed that I can lift heavier than when I started


    This would be results.(bold)
  • mgray_13sara9580
    mgray_13sara9580 Posts: 1 Member
    The only thing you need to worry about is consistency and diet. There must be consistency in all aspects as well as Time. It takes time to see visible results and they will vary depending on the person. Just keeping doing what you are and results will come. There is. I magic plan or diet. Fitness is all trial and error with YOUR body and what it responds best to.
  • cwolfman13
    cwolfman13 Posts: 41,865 Member
    momoisgorgeousss wrote: »
    sijomial wrote: »
    momoisgorgeousss wrote: »
    Ready2Rock206 wrote: »
    What results were you expecting and what were you doing at the gym to achieve those results? We need a little more details to give decent advice.

    If it is weight loss you're after you get those results in the kitchen - you say you didn't change your eating so I am assuming weight loss isn't actually your goal - but just in case or if anyone else is wanting advice I thought I should mention it.

    We go to the gym 4 days a week, do cardio, stretch, and then do weight training, we break up the days (back and bis, abs and legs, shoulder/chest triceps, and abs and legs again)

    I'm kind of confused on my goal, not sure if I should aim to lose weight then build muscle, or maintain and build muscle? I just want a toned, tight body, mainly my stomach and legs :)

    Doesn't sound a great routine to be honest if strength and muscle growth is your primary goal of your exercise. Both cardio and stretching have the ability to compromise your weight training.
    Six weeks is a short time period to see results beyond hopefully your strength improving and adding weight to the bar.

    If you don't want to be lighter then don't have (or attempt) a calorie deficit. A calorie deficit will reduce fat but compromise your "results" as regards training.



    We only do 20 minutes cardio, and stretch just to warm up to weights. I have noticed that I can lift heavier than when I started

    That is a result...

    It doesn't seem to me that you need to or really should lose weight. I think you should maintain and re-comp. It's a slow process...it's going to take much longer than 6 weeks. Working a structured program will make things more efficient though...just kind of doing your own thing usually leaves people spinning their wheels for a long time.

    I never truly saw the results I was looking for out of the weight room until I started working a structured program.
  • Brabo_Grip
    Brabo_Grip Posts: 285 Member
    You can't do anything until you figure out what is going on in the kitchen. You need a baseline on nutrition before you will have success in the gym.
  • YosemiteSlamAK
    YosemiteSlamAK Posts: 1,230 Member
    After I broke my femur I did a lot of cardio on a stationary bike. The first place I saw results was in my whistle. The sign I was getting healthier was increase in my lung capacity. You are seeing results, you may not fully grasp what you are seeing yet. The increase in strength is a sign though.
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