Weight Loss Plateau... Need Help

s9brown2017
s9brown2017 Posts: 1 Member
edited 11:38AM in Introduce Yourself
I’ve been working out since January 2017 and have have good success however I’m looking for great.. I’m getting older and I want to be healthy at my age.. Looking good is fine but I really want to feel good with this experience and new walk of
Life....I’m at a plateau and I’m struggling to stay motivated.. Helpful advise is great appreciated

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  • getskinny1973
    getskinny1973 Posts: 73 Member
    When I had hit my plateau, I asked for advice as well... I was told to make sure that I was measuring and weighing every single thing that I put in my mouth. I started doing that in January and I've lost 15 lbs since then. I realized I wasn't counting my teas and condiments, the little things that I didn't think counted.. BUT THEY DID... I'm not sure if you already do that.. but if you don't, it's a GREAT start.. Just my advice.. Good luck!!
  • livingleanlivingclean
    livingleanlivingclean Posts: 11,751 Member
    Working out is great for your health, but not necessarily going to guarantee weight loss (presuming that is your goal?)

    You're in the right place though... Tracking your calorie intake (by accurately weighing solids and measuring liquids) will probably help you get over your plateau as it's calories that really matter for weight loss.
  • concordancia
    concordancia Posts: 5,320 Member
    As for the "motivation," how do you plan to deal with maintenance, when the scale just jumps up and down?

    Stick with the program. If you aren't seeing the expected tests for several weeks, double check your logging, make sure you have updated your goals to reflect your previous losses and stick with the program.
  • vanderwd124
    vanderwd124 Posts: 1 Member
    I started working out last year too! This year I started actively trying to lose weight. About a month ago, I plateaued. I completely understand your frustration. I changed my diet. I looked for different foods with comparable calories. It worked! I also noticed that I am getting better proteins, thus staying/feeling full longer. I also started working out with a buddy at CrossFit. Forcing myself to keep up with them. I used to give up when I was tired. Now, I don't want to let my buddy down, so I push myself a bit more.

    Hope this helps. Don't give up. Best of luck!!!!
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