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lizbeth436
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I have lost 27 lbs so far. I account for every calorie I eat and I work out but for some reason, all of a sudden, I can't lose any more weight and I've gained a little back. I don't know if I'm eating to many calories or not enough calories or if I'm working out to much or not enough. I am confused on if I should eat my workout calories and how many of them.
I just don't know what I'm doing wrong or how I can fix it. I need help. Please.
I just don't know what I'm doing wrong or how I can fix it. I need help. Please.
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are you eating the calories they tell you to? what is your exercise like?0
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you should open your diary and give us more info on how much you exercise and what you are burning and we might be able to give some pointers0
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I posted this a few days ago. You might have reached a plateau. I put together some ideas to get past this nasty sticking point.
www.fitnesswithnatalie.blogspot.com
Best of luck!0 -
you should open your diary and give us more info on how much you exercise and what you are burning and we might be able to give some pointers
How do I open my diary?0 -
Are you:
* Drinking enough water?
* Eating the right amount of calories (healthy calories?)
* Eating the right percentage of protein? carbs?
* Are you exercising regularly?
* Is it your TOM (time of month)? Sometimes I gain 2-5 lbs during that time but it all comes back down after TOM is over.
It might be time to change up your workouts or up the intensity of the workouts if you are exercising at all. It also might be time to make your diet more healthy. You may need to adjust your carb % down and protein % up or vice versa.0 -
Put me on your friends list, so I can look into your food diary mybe I can help. I could use a friend.0
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Are your calories "empty" calories? Are you getting the nutrition you need? Remember a balanced diet is soooo important!
I hope it's just a plateau as your body comes to terms with the amount of calories you are giving it. Persevere - don't give up!
Hugs!:flowerforyou:0 -
are you eating the calories they tell you to? what is your exercise like?0
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To open your food diary go to the food tab and then to settings.0
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are you eating the calories they tell you to? what is your exercise like?0
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Are you:
* Drinking enough water?
* Eating the right amount of calories (healthy calories?)
* Eating the right percentage of protein? carbs?
* Are you exercising regularly?
* Is it your TOM (time of month)? Sometimes I gain 2-5 lbs during that time but it all comes back down after TOM is over.
It might be time to change up your workouts or up the intensity of the workouts if you are exercising at all. It also might be time to make your diet more healthy. You may need to adjust your carb % down and protein % up or vice versa.0 -
Are you:
* Drinking enough water?
* Eating the right amount of calories (healthy calories?)
* Eating the right percentage of protein? carbs?
* Are you exercising regularly?
* Is it your TOM (time of month)? Sometimes I gain 2-5 lbs during that time but it all comes back down after TOM is over.
It might be time to change up your workouts or up the intensity of the workouts if you are exercising at all. It also might be time to make your diet more healthy. You may need to adjust your carb % down and protein % up or vice versa.0 -
You'll find that you'll have to make small adjustments to both your calorie intake and your exercise plans as you lose weight
Personally I started at around 1800 calories a day, but now that I've lost 40lbs my intake is around 1500 calories.
It makes sense...as you lose weigh...there is less of you to feed
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As I lost weight and I punched in my new weight into my trendmill I noticed I was burning less calories for the same workout
So the same is true for exercise as well....as you lose weight there is less of you to move around,
so you're using less calories for the same amount of energy
Don't give up,
I still have another 60lbs to lose, and today I weighted in and I didn't lose a pound
But the good news is that I didn't gain a pound either, and I kind of cheated a bit this week
So re-look at your exercise and intake, with your new weight
See where that takes you
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I just looked at your diary for the past week, and I see so much junk food it's not surprising you're not losing. Mexican food, pizza, easter candy, girl scout cookies, etc... This isn't a plateau and nothing is wrong with your body. Yes, you are technically under your calorie goal, but it does actually matter what you eat, not just how much.
You need to focus on eating a healthier balance of foods - cut out the processed junk for the most part (the occasional treat can be worked in, but 3 or 4 high sugar junk snacks a day, on top of eating out can't be) - and start eating wholesome foods - more lean proteins (chicken, turkey, fish, broiled, baked, steamed), more fresh veggies and fruits, whole grains and complex carbs, nuts, seds, etc..., things that nourish your body. Plus, drink your water. You'll start losing consistently.0 -
Also - you need to spread you food evenly throughout the day - you seem to save all your calories for a huge dinner, and many days have nothing for lunch, or something very small. One day I even saw a doughnut for lunch. After doughnuts for breakfast, I think. I can't imagine what your diet is doing to your blood sugar level throughout the day - they've got to be going crazy. That will also mess with weight loss. The idea is to keep it steady.0
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This past week has been my TOM and when it is I crave junk food with high sugar. Is there a way to feed those cravings, bc if I don't I'm not a very nice person, without over doing it. Or should I just accept the weight gain once a month. I have a hormone imbalance that makes me crave high fat and sugar during my TOM and I've been working with my doctors trying to fix it but they said there's not much they can do about the craving.0
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Keep an eye on the fat section on your diary, it's over the limit almost every day - that may be why.0
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This past week has been my TOM and when it is I crave junk food with high sugar. Is there a way to feed those cravings, bc if I don't I'm not a very nice person, without over doing it. Or should I just accept the weight gain once a month. I have a hormone imbalance that makes me crave high fat and sugar during my TOM and I've been working with my doctors trying to fix it but they said there's not much they can do about the craving.
Cravings are most often caused by blood sugar fluctuations, so yes, they can be managed - eat healthy foods spread throughout the day - 5-6 mini-meals (more if needed) - cut out the processed starches and sugars, they only exacerbate the cravings by amplifying the blood sugar fluctations - increase the amount of lean proteins you are eating. You can snack all day long on healthy foods (think grazing - a very healthy way to eat) - fruits, veggies (hummus makes a great dip, high in protein without sugar), protein - which will keep you feeling full and will take the edge off the cravings. Every time you put sugar in your mouth you are feeding the negative cycle, so you really need to just cut it off. Also, for me, B vitamins can help during that time. And get out and go for a walk, or hit the gym, or pop in an exercise DVD when you feel a craving come along - exercise boosts the levels of feel-good hormones and neurotransmitters, which will also help you to feel better, not to mention the confidence boost from staying in control.0 -
Go to "Food" - "Settings" - "Make public" to share your diary - that might give us a better idea of how to respond about what's going on.
Plus, I've been reading in many articles that you should drink about 1/2 your weight in water. If you way 200 pounds, you should be drinking 100 ounces of water a day - 13 cups of water?!?!?! WOW! Seems like a lot, but it's doable with lemon, flavored water, etc!0 -
I think srp2011 is right. Try having a really big lunch for a week, and having a smaller dinner, and see if maybe that jumpstarts the weightloss again? also whole grains! they are your best friend! trust me, it will make a difference little changes will add up!0
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