Please help! 5'5 plateauing at 130 lbs!!!

tiffanyk545
tiffanyk545 Posts: 2
in Health and Weight Loss
I am a 5'5 female with a small frame so I am aiming to be around 115 - 120 lbs. But I have been stuck at 130 lbs for the past month!! I started my weigh loss process and lost the first 5 lbs very quickly (I am assuming this is water weight).

I don't use MFP to track my calories b/c I have been having problems with my phone, so i have switched to another app. But I typically eat around 1200 - 1400 calories. Someone recommended I fluctuate my calories but it doesn't seem to be working...

I know that running helps, but I have joint problems so the doctor recommend I use a stationary bike instead which I do. I typically ride it for 45 minutes a day plus another 15 minutes of walking the dog.

I don't know if this helps but here are my stats:

Waist: 27
Hip: 36

To sum it up, I am "skinny fat" and like most women I want to slim down my thighs! But first I want to get over this plateau :(

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  • socioseguro
    socioseguro Posts: 1,679 Member
    Hi

    MFP is a wonderful tool. I hope you can use it to the fullest. MFP calorie counting tool has been my way to reduce body weight.

    here is a link that may be of help

    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1080242-a-guide-to-get-you-started-on-your-path-to-sexypants

    My advice to you is to lift weights. Try to find a personal trainer who can guide you with the right technique. Body weight is just one metric.

    I am smaller than you are, with a BMI of 24.5. I weight lift and I am satisfied with the way I look. I hope MFP plus weightlifting helps you with your plateau.

    Good luck in your healthy journey

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