Dissatisfied with body after weight loss

Chic_geek31
Chic_geek31 Posts: 34 Member
in Health and Weight Loss
I’ve lost 15 lbs in the last 7 weeks. Any problem area was my stomach, I was pretty much fine with the other parts. I do see a difference in my stomach but, the biggest difference I see is in my behind. Its getting really flat. It’s so frustrating since I have about 20lbs to go. I’m sure I’ll have a pancake butt by the end :( Can anyone relate?

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  • deezhd67
    deezhd67 Posts: 19 Member
    Yes! I totally understand. Not to mention I lose in the bust area which is frustrating too. Unfortunately we can't just spot lose so have to take the good with the bad :)
  • lorrpb
    lorrpb Posts: 11,464 Member
    ^^This! Strength training makes a world of difference. I also suggest that you slow down your weight loss to .5 to 1 lb per week. This will help you retain muscle which is what you need for shape and tone. The only people who should target 2 lb per week are those with 100+ lbs to lose.
  • cwolfman13
    cwolfman13 Posts: 41,876 Member
    Start lifting weights to help mitigate muscle loss. The glutes are the biggest muscles in the human body.
  • TheAssyrian
    TheAssyrian Posts: 26 Member
    Chic_geek31 wrote: »
    I’ve lost 15 lbs in the last 7 weeks. Any problem area was my stomach, I was pretty much fine with the other parts. I do see a difference in my stomach but, the biggest difference I see is in my behind. Its getting really flat. It’s so frustrating since I have about 20lbs to go. I’m sure I’ll have a pancake butt by the end :( Can anyone relate?

    Sounds like it's time for some heavy barbell squats and glute Bridges!
  • Chic_geek31
    Chic_geek31 Posts: 34 Member
    Would home workouts work? I’m unable to go to the gym at the moment
    cwolfman13 wrote: »
    Start lifting weights to help mitigate muscle loss. The glutes are the biggest muscles in the human body.

  • kimny72
    kimny72 Posts: 16,013 Member
    Chic_geek31 wrote: »
    Would home workouts work? I’m unable to go to the gym at the moment
    cwolfman13 wrote: »
    Start lifting weights to help mitigate muscle loss. The glutes are the biggest muscles in the human body.

    There are some body weight programs on this list, and if you get the Strong Curves book I believe there is a bodyweight and a dumbbells version included that could both be done at home.

    https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10332083/which-lifting-program-is-the-best-for-you/p1
  • HoneyBadger302
    HoneyBadger302 Posts: 1,970 Member
    I'll add to the chorus of adding in weight/strength training. There's plenty you can do at home to help out.

    I got lazy/had a million excuses for backing off on my ST the past 6 months or so, and I used to love my tush, not so much right now (working to course correct again now).
  • jennifer_417
    jennifer_417 Posts: 12,344 Member
    Squats!
  • girlwithcurls2
    girlwithcurls2 Posts: 2,257 Member
    lorrpb wrote: »
    ^^This! Strength training makes a world of difference. I also suggest that you slow down your weight loss to .5 to 1 lb per week. This will help you retain muscle which is what you need for shape and tone. The only people who should target 2 lb per week are those with 100+ lbs to lose.

    This for sure. I dropped 22 pounds and felt great, but the pancake butt is real. After gaining 10 pounds back over 4 years, I added lifting to my workouts. My butt is back! And my 23 year old is jealous of my abs. Best part though is how strong I am now!

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