Started a month ago and only lost 5 pounds

Ready2Rock206

Why are you complaining about a 5lb loss? That's terrific. :huh: Really sounds like your main problem is having unrealistic expectations.

tesha_chandler

Don't get discouraged. You didn't gain weight over night and unfortunately, you don't lose it overnight, either. The good news is, it takes more calories to supply a pound of muscle than what it does to supply a pound of fat. The more muscle you have, the more calories your body will be burning without any effort on your part Keep working out! Our bodies are really amazing once you learn more about them and the ways that they work! Don't give up. Trust your body, it knows what it's doing!

IvyRose8

I can't blame her for unrealistic expectations when there is another thread about "Can I lose 20 pounds in two months?" and most folks say absolutely, just work hard. Heaven help her, maybe she watches The Biggest Loser and sees those major drops each week.

But yes, since you're near your healthy weight, losing five pounds a month is fantastic! Way to go!

_Resolve_

Sounds right on to me! Great work!

geeberscreepers

5lbs is a great achievement, you should be focusing on what you have achieved rather than what you feel like you haven't. Stay positive, enjoy feeling better and healthier and stick at it. Congratulations and good luck!

4MissRose

Would you still say it was "only" 5 pounds if you'd gained it?

Exactly! It's all about perspective... but it's tough, easier said than done.