23lbs down since MFP.... 15 weeks to work a bikini! help!

myiceisonfire

I've lost over 60lbs since May 2010. (Baby weight's finally gone!)
I started MFP March this year & have lost 23lbs of the 60 since...
I've hardly worked out at all, I've just eaten better & tried to stay under my calorie goal every day. It's time to work out!!!





Exactly 15 weeks from now I'll be getting on a plain to Jamaica. I NEED to be able to pull off this bikini. Who doesn't want to wear a bikini in Jamaica?

I don't want to build myself up too much & think I'll be this hot trophy wife 15 weeks from now, because I know that I wont be. But I need some major support from people that will help to push me to work out every day & keep me thinking I can pull this bikini off in 15 weeks.

I KNOW that I look horrible in this bikini right now. I haven't worn one in maybe 10 yrs. I have back rolls, a big butt, and a big tummy. I already know this, so please don't make rude comments.

P90XCertifiedCoach

Who doesn't want to wear a bikini in Jamaica?

I DON'T :happy:
Your doing great keep it up

Missylydia

You have done so so so so sooooo well, lady! What a difference! Working out is great, more muscle means more fat burning and feeling stronger just makes everything so much easier, walking around, carrying shopping, moving furniture....
You're gonna do this!

Newkell

good luck, you have lots of time to reach your goal. It seems like a lot of people have success with the 30day shred.

jennafish7

I think you have reasonable expectations and goals. What kind of excercise do you enjoy? There are a lot of fun classes out there like Zumba that are great for the core> One huge thing for me was to find other people in the area who run. there are running groups everywhere (most running stores have some group doing runs together) or just some neighborhood friends. Running is where I've seen my biggest changes.
Be proud of the good work you are doing and have fun in Jamaica!

ProudMomoftwo

You are doing great!
You have a goal and 15wks to get on the ball.
Get moving and you will be happy with the results, stamina, and energy you get back.
Stay motivated and you will do super!

njean888

I wouldn't cut out one pieces either. There are some really sexy flattering ones out there. I just saw a bunch the other day online.

rcpayton

You are doing great!! I think its awesome that you have taken so many before/during pics to document your progress. I didnt because I hated having my pic taken and now its harder to see how far I have come. Anyway, Keep up the good work and you will be proud of how far you have come as you see that bikini looking better and better and better on you!

Daisy80

You've already lost a lot so well done! I am currently working towards a bikini body too and just started a Jillian Michaels rotation. I have seen brilliant results from that! ...Come and join in if you fancy...Just search for Jillian Michaels rotation...

cutie2b

Congratulations on the 23lbs! You can definitely see a difference! You can definitely get closer to your goal in 15 weeks. Adding in cardio and weights will really help you. When I started with weights, I didn't lose weight, but I lost a lot of inches. People kept asking me if I lost weight, and I had to tell them no, but I looked like I had. So you can reshape your body even if the scale doesn't move as much as you want. A lot of people on here have posted pictures from the 30 Day Shred. I am thinking of trying that myself now. Maybe a video like this is something you would enjoy too. Have fun on your trip to Jamaica!

sarahliftsUP

Great progress!!

I would recommend doing an exercise that you enjoy -- if it seems like a chore then you won't want to do it! Jillian Michaels is a good workout, it will help tone your muscles. It's intense but it's 'only' 25 minutes (brutal 25 minutes at the start) but it gets easier. If it is nice where you live, just get a good playlist and start walking! With a good pace you can burn hundreds of calories.

Good luck to rockin' the bikini in Jamaica!

Tracy184

Since you've got a time crunch, something that builds muscle is probably best. People seem to get great results relatively quickly with 30 Day Shred and P90X. 15 weeks is enough time if you really commit to it. That's a really cute suit, so I don't blame you for wanting to wear it. You can do it!

duckpond11

you can do it! Plus ultimately, how you look will be a reflection of how good you feel about yourself. Work out hard, and then walk proudly in your bikini no matter what your body shapes winds up being.

rosemiller11

Go for it! you can totally lose weight and more importantly inches! I started doing the 30 day shred... I think I am gonna see some big results from that.... Any excesize will help though, I promise. Keep up the good work!

myiceisonfire

I think you have reasonable expectations and goals. What kind of excercise do you enjoy? There are a lot of fun classes out there like Zumba that are great for the core> One huge thing for me was to find other people in the area who run. there are running groups everywhere (most running stores have some group doing runs together) or just some neighborhood friends. Running is where I've seen my biggest changes.
Be proud of the good work you are doing and have fun in Jamaica!

I like to walk. A few days ago I realized we like to rent RedBox and Walmart is only 1 mile away (2 mile walk). So I started to do that! I need to start doing crunches to get rid of this stubborn belly. I have a 1yr old, so I stopped running when he was born. Kind of hard to when I have to watch him. But at least I'll walk with him in the stroller (when I'm not too lazy). That's an awesome idea. The neighbor lady likes to go for walks with her 1yr old & so do I, but we never seen to be on the same schedule lol

myiceisonfire

I wouldn't cut out one pieces either. There are some really sexy flattering ones out there. I just saw a bunch the other day online.

Don't worry I haven't. If I don't look good in the bikini, I definitely wont be wearing it. That will be completely disappointing, but *shrugs*

myiceisonfire

Congratulations on the 23lbs! You can definitely see a difference! You can definitely get closer to your goal in 15 weeks. Adding in cardio and weights will really help you. When I started with weights, I didn't lose weight, but I lost a lot of inches. People kept asking me if I lost weight, and I had to tell them no, but I looked like I had. So you can reshape your body even if the scale doesn't move as much as you want. A lot of people on here have posted pictures from the 30 Day Shred. I am thinking of trying that myself now. Maybe a video like this is something you would enjoy too. Have fun on your trip to Jamaica!

I'm thinking of getting weights... But at what weight do I start? I'd rather lose inches than weight! More noticeable the better. I've been measuring myself every 4 weeks and I've gained 2inches in my stomach? I'm obviously not measuring right.

PlanetVelma

Congratulations on the 23lbs! You can definitely see a difference! You can definitely get closer to your goal in 15 weeks. Adding in cardio and weights will really help you. When I started with weights, I didn't lose weight, but I lost a lot of inches. People kept asking me if I lost weight, and I had to tell them no, but I looked like I had. So you can reshape your body even if the scale doesn't move as much as you want. A lot of people on here have posted pictures from the 30 Day Shred. I am thinking of trying that myself now. Maybe a video like this is something you would enjoy too. Have fun on your trip to Jamaica!

I'm thinking of getting weights... But at what weight do I start? I'd rather lose inches than weight! More noticeable the better. I've been measuring myself every 4 weeks and I've gained 2inches in my stomach? I'm obviously not measuring right.

When I bought my free weights I bought a variety - five lbs, ten lbs, etc.. I started out with the fivers but after awhile they became too easy so I'm using the ten's. I'll need to get heavier ones soon.

Another thing you can do is plan out your day, instead of getting up and making breakfast and starting your daily dishes/laundry/etc.... Get up, make yourself a nice light breakfast, feed the baby and go for a walk with him - get back and have a post workout snack. After your baby gets up from a nap - take him for another walk. You can break up your workouts into 15 min intervals throughout the day. You can even get the baby involved and make it a game ya know?

Feel free to add me, I've been doing more strength training and I do break up my workouts throughout the day.

Btw, you are 2 lbs away from a 25 lb loss! Woohoo, congrats!!

myiceisonfire

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When I bought my free weights I bought a variety - five lbs, ten lbs, etc.. I started out with the fivers but after awhile they became too easy so I'm using the ten's. I'll need to get heavier ones soon.

Another thing you can do is plan out your day, instead of getting up and making breakfast and starting your daily dishes/laundry/etc.... Get up, make yourself a nice light breakfast, feed the baby and go for a walk with him - get back and have a post workout snack. After your baby gets up from a nap - take him for another walk. You can break up your workouts into 15 min intervals throughout the day. You can even get the baby involved and make it a game ya know?

Feel free to add me, I've been doing more strength training and I do break up my workouts throughout the day.

Btw, you are 2 lbs away from a 25 lb loss! Woohoo, congrats!!
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That's an awesome idea! He just had surgery, so we're suppose to keep him from doing a lot of activity, so pushing him in the stroller 2 or 3 times a day is a great idea. I could take him for a stroll after every time he wakes up (he takes 2 naps). And i'll put him laying on his tummy on my legs and lift my legs up and down. Works the legs and he loves it too hehe!

I was also thinking of doing crunches for 30 minutes at least 5 days a week. Breaking it up in 5 minute intervals... Do 5 minutes, rest 5 minutes, do 5 more minutes, etc

rv88

you doing great... Keep it up. I am just doing various exercises to keep me pumped! you will look good in 15 weeks, just keep pushing yourself and you shall succeed :bigsmile:

felicia8604

If I were u I would get the 30 days shred and ripped in 30 both by jillian...u can get them both for 10 bucks at walmart and then if u don't have them get two 3 lbs hand weights...I have only done the 30 day shred and I can definitely see some toning. Good luck! U will do great!

kristinmkartist

You can do this babe! You have to believe in yourself and be hard core into the plan of 15wks. I would honestly do the 30 day shred if you had it. I lost 12 inches and OMG I couldn't believe the changes I had with my belly. Print that photo and put it in your bathroom or frig and when people come over just take it down. Keep that goal in front of you at all times. I sell Mary Kay and that's what I have to do with my goals and wow does it work! I have reminders all over with even my weight loss now setting rewards at certain pts.

I know you can do this!!

gnat45

You're off to a really good start!

musica814

That's an awesome idea! He just had surgery, so we're suppose to keep him from doing a lot of activity, so pushing him in the stroller 2 or 3 times a day is a great idea. I could take him for a stroll after every time he wakes up (he takes 2 naps). And i'll put him laying on his tummy on my legs and lift my legs up and down. Works the legs and he loves it too hehe!

I was also thinking of doing crunches for 30 minutes at least 5 days a week. Breaking it up in 5 minute intervals... Do 5 minutes, rest 5 minutes, do 5 more minutes, etc

Wow, I can already see a huge difference between those two pictures! You've already accomplished a lot, in no time you're going to be at your goal weight!!

In regards to crunches, I would just keep in mind that you can do crunches till you're blue in the face, but if you're still at a high or even moderate body fat percentage, your abs are not going to show. I do abdominal exercises all the time and even though I can feel my core getting stronger, there really isn't any visible difference because I still have a relatively high body fat percentage. I think a woman's body fat has to be around 15-20% in order to see abs, but don't quote me on that as I may have those numbers wrong. Crunches definitely can't hurt, but you might benefit more by spending that time doing other exercises that would more directly target fat. Lots of cardio, and definitely weights because that's what helps you to shed inches and tighten everything up.

CMH24

A womans best accessory is her smile!! You look beautiful so SMILE! Be excited for JAMAICA! I still have 14 months until I'm going!

bmw4deb

You are doing great, cant wait to see more progress pictures

_CHRISTIE_

You can SO do this!!! Look how far you've come!!!! We are going to do this together!!!! NO more excuses!! You are going to ROCK that bikini in Jamaica and I can't Wait to see pics from your trip!!!

myiceisonfire

You can SO do this!!! Look how far you've come!!!! We are going to do this together!!!! NO more excuses!! You are going to ROCK that bikini in Jamaica and I can't Wait to see pics from your trip!!!

If I look like you when I get to 185 (which is about what I'll be in Jamaica) then I'll definitely wear that bikini! You inspire me! =D You're awesome girl! Thanks for all the motivation!

hyenagirl

You've come along way, don't stop! Every time I feel like stopping, I play "Don't Stop Me Now" by Queen. To me it's the most motivational song ever made. Freddie Mercury died too young

Low carb, up the protein to 80+ g a day. Do some sweaty work outs for 30-60 minutes 3-5 days a week, the inches will melt away! Good luck, I'm rooting for ya!

Seajolly

Congrats on your loss so far! You can do this. Just find workouts you enjoy and stick with it! I like variety so I try to do all sorts of things every week, from the 30 Day Shred to walking, jogging, swimming, weights, yoga, rock climbing, hula hooping, etc! It keeps it exciting and fun.

myiceisonfire

You've come along way, don't stop! Every time I feel like stopping, I play "Don't Stop Me Now" by Queen. To me it's the most motivational song ever made. Freddie Mercury died too young

Low carb, up the protein to 80+ g a day. Do some sweaty work outs for 30-60 minutes 3-5 days a week, the inches will melt away! Good luck, I'm rooting for ya!

Now what It's summer, I'm going to start going for walks with my little one! I can go at least twice a day with him. And then I can walk to Walmart too if we want to rent RedBox, that's a 2 mile walk right there