Not losing any more weight - HELP!
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Here are some good sources of protein including vegetarian and vegan:
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/926789-protein-sources
And definitely read the sexypants thread. Lots of good info about the best way to go about weight loss. Just because you aren't exercising doesn't mean you should eat as little as possible. Calculate how much you need given your sedentary lifestyle and then take a moderate deficit.0 -
This is everything I got...
Be miserable. Or motivate yourself. Whatever has to be done, it's always your choice.
-Wayne Dyer
There are no magic pills. Only hard work and dedication.
It's about moderation not deprivation. There are no good/bad foods, only bad eating habits. Do or do not, there is no try. You have to want it, you have to work for it, you have to realize that only you can do it.
Read these:
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1235566-so-you-re-new-here?hl=so+you're+new+here
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1080242-a-guide-to-get-you-started-on-your-path-to-sexypants
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1217573-so-you-want-to-start-running
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/974888-in-place-of-a-road-map-2k13
TL:DR the link right above this one then ->http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/975025-in-place-of-a-road-map-short-n-sweet
Excuses??? http://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/2014/06/02/the-no-excuses-play-like-a-champion-challenge/
If you have 75+ lbs to lose 2 lbs/week is ideal
If you have 40-75 lbs to lose 1.5 lbs/week is ideal
If you have 25-40 lbs to lose 1 lbs/week is ideal
If you have 15 -25 lbs to lose 0.5 to 1.0 lbs/week is ideal
If you have less than 15 lbs to lose 0.5 lbs/week is ideal
Want to lift heavy things?
http://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/2011/07/21/meet-staci-your-new-powerlifting-super-hero/
Stronglifts Summary
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/560459-stronglifts-5x5-summary
Stronglifts Womens Group
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/4601-stronglifts-5x5-for-women0 -
If your diary's accurate you're not eating nearly enough. I agree with other posters that 1200 is likely to be way too low, but you seem to be skipping lunch and often only totalling 800-900 calories. Which just ake you weak and miserable! I'd up the calories and go for balanced and regular meals - set targets for macros as well as your overall one. Don't cut fats out altogther - you need some in your diet. And stick with it! You'll soon see results.0
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I have set my calorie intake to what Myfitnesspal suggests which is 1650 and will try that for a week or two to see what happens.
I am just worried that 1650 is too high now?0 -
This is rather strange, but I find that I usually plateu for two weeks, then lose rapidly for about two weeks. My weeks of loss are the two weeks following my time of the month, and many times I'll drop 4-8lbs during that time but have no loss in the weeks following. Perhaps this is related to your monthly cycle?0
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Just remember: your body doesn't want to lose weight. It wants to protect you from starving to death. And I actually think you are not eating enough. I was 5'4" and 246 lbs when I started watching my calories, and the website I started with (mynetdiary) actually gave me a much higher calorie count than I was expecting: I think it was like 1980 calories a day? Even that was hard, because I was used to eating probably 2200-2400 calories a day, and I am a fairly active person. It seems frustrating, I know, but I have lost almost 40 lbs in the past year. And I have kept it off. I set my calorie goals at .75 lbs a week, and I have actually been doing better than that, most of the time. And sometimes I'll stay the same weight for a couple of weeks--even a couple of months! And then I'll change my exercise routine or something and lost a lb or two.
You have to be patient with yourself and your body. And definitely eat more! 1200 calories a day is not nearly enough. Your body must think you are starving it out!0 -
This is rather strange, but I find that I usually plateu for two weeks, then lose rapidly for about two weeks. My weeks of loss are the two weeks following my time of the month, and many times I'll drop 4-8lbs during that time but have no loss in the weeks following. Perhaps this is related to your monthly cycle?
Yes I think you are right about that, I have missed one and it hasn't happened this month either yet so that could be the problem as to why I haven't lost any more and as a lot of people have told me, the amount of calories I was eating (I changed it to 1650 today - the amount MFP suggested for my weight etc) was too low so hopefully that helps too.0 -
If you can I would add some activity to your routine. Maybe talk to a trainer or a doctor and figure out what could work for you. I would suggest adding walking build up your indurance and distance. If you have access to a gym or can afford one a recumbant bike would probably be a great option for you. Personally I would look to a chiropractor or doctor for advice or help with your back so you can become more active. If there is no way for you to get up and moving at this point a last option could be to buy a portable bike that you can use sitting on a chair or couch these can also be used to exercise arms when put on a table.
And 9lbs in one week is a lot so your body is probably catching up to that loss so don't get too disappointed. I personally find it impossible to lose weight without working out but at your weight you ought to be able to loose some without exercise. Though I bet you will feel better and loose weight faster if you can incorporate exercise.
Good luck hope you are able to become happy and healthy!0 -
I have set my calorie intake to what Myfitnesspal suggests which is 1650 and will try that for a week or two to see what happens.
I am just worried that 1650 is too high now?
Whatever you decide to try make sure to stick with it for more than a week or two. You should give it at least 4-6 weeks.0 -
3 weeks isn't a long time
With hypo, you won't lose without optimal levels. Even then, it's way slower than someone who has a functioning thyroid.
You cannot be impatient with hypothyroidism or you're setting yourself up for failure big time.0 -
How about trying fasting 5:2 has done quite a bit for people with thyroid problems so far. Research it & ask your Dr.0
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Thanks everyone, I am trying the 1650 as suggested by MFP and will weigh myself next week and see how I am doing, If no loss, I will still continue to try 1650 cals a day. I haven't had the full 1650 yet but it's over 1200 now which means I am still under my goal just not under the minimum calories recommended. I hope you all have a great weekend! x0
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Just thought I would let you all know.... I have lost another 1lb :happy:0
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I have set my calorie intake to what Myfitnesspal suggests which is 1650 and will try that for a week or two to see what happens.
I am just worried that 1650 is too high now?0 -
Congrats on the continued losses!0
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How many calories would I burn if I did some squats? I cannot find anything that will tell me for my weight. help please. lol0
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