All mixed up...

clewliss

I have a lot to say, so I'm going to number my topics and you can answer to one or all or none, I just need to sort this out, lol

Topic 1
First of all, I'm thinking about starting some strength training and build up some of this flab ( I hope) . I've never done strength training in my life that I know of, but you all make it sound interesting:happy: Now, I have a video, "Buns of Steel" by Smithley or something like that (the guy) I've had it for 15yrs, but I love the video. He does a lot of floor stuff like leg lifts to the side, from chest pushing away, inner thigh work, ect...Is this considered strength training? I'm sure sore today if it's not ( used it yesterday for first time in 2 yrs) I feel muscles I didn't know I had in the rear! Also, my HRM said I burned 200 cal for 40 min, but my HR never went over 125!?! Wasn't sure about that, either!

Topic 2
I upped my lb/per week loss on my profile! I think I have been eating more than I need to for my body. I had the goal set at 1lb loss/week and changed it to 2lb loss/week and then clicked "start now" and it says I should lose 1.5lb/week. That's fine, but why is it telling me 2lb when I pick that and then telling me 1.5 when I "start now"? And, the calorie intake is now set for 1200. I burn usually around 300-400 daily, so I'm okay with that. I don't think I'll starve eating 1500-1600 calories (including exercise cals):noway:

Topic 3
I have water issues:frown: :frown: I want to drink water and have been drinking more, but explain this to me: I can drink 20-40oz of water today and run to the bathrooom all day. Tomorrow I can drink 40 + oz of water and then it's like my body is absorbing it. I have a bladder of steel, but I don't understand this. Also, water is suppose to flush us, but I retain it and end up weighing heavier and feeling puffy the more water I drink. Can't even get my rings off the more water I drink:ohwell: I know this may sound crazy, but I have always been this way and even a trainer told me once that she was going to research it and get back to me, but I quit the gym about that time and never found out.

Topic 4
I love you all and I'm so glad I found this site- I want to THANK ALL OF YOU for being the motivation and inspiration that you are for me. I would not be doing this if it weren't for reading all the threads made possible by you who post! I have now been exercising and eating healthy for a full month today and that is the first time in my life I have stuck with it this long! (((((hugs to all))))) Thank you!

clewliss

I have a lot to say, so I'm going to number my topics and you can answer to one or all or none, I just need to sort this out, lol

Topic 1
First of all, I'm thinking about starting some strength training and build up some of this flab ( I hope) . I've never done strength training in my life that I know of, but you all make it sound interesting:happy: Now, I have a video, "Buns of Steel" by Smithley or something like that (the guy) I've had it for 15yrs, but I love the video. He does a lot of floor stuff like leg lifts to the side, from chest pushing away, inner thigh work, ect...Is this considered strength training? I'm sure sore today if it's not ( used it yesterday for first time in 2 yrs) I feel muscles I didn't know I had in the rear! Also, my HRM said I burned 200 cal for 40 min, but my HR never went over 125!?! Wasn't sure about that, either!

Topic 2
I upped my lb/per week loss on my profile! I think I have been eating more than I need to for my body. I had the goal set at 1lb loss/week and changed it to 2lb loss/week and then clicked "start now" and it says I should lose 1.5lb/week. That's fine, but why is it telling me 2lb when I pick that and then telling me 1.5 when I "start now"? And, the calorie intake is now set for 1200. I burn usually around 300-400 daily, so I'm okay with that. I don't think I'll starve eating 1500-1600 calories (including exercise cals):noway:

Topic 3
I have water issues:frown: :frown: I want to drink water and have been drinking more, but explain this to me: I can drink 20-40oz of water today and run to the bathrooom all day. Tomorrow I can drink 40 + oz of water and then it's like my body is absorbing it. I have a bladder of steel, but I don't understand this. Also, water is suppose to flush us, but I retain it and end up weighing heavier and feeling puffy the more water I drink. Can't even get my rings off the more water I drink:ohwell: I know this may sound crazy, but I have always been this way and even a trainer told me once that she was going to research it and get back to me, but I quit the gym about that time and never found out.

Topic 4
I love you all and I'm so glad I found this site- I want to THANK ALL OF YOU for being the motivation and inspiration that you are for me. I would not be doing this if it weren't for reading all the threads made possible by you who post! I have now been exercising and eating healthy for a full month today and that is the first time in my life I have stuck with it this long! (((((hugs to all))))) Thank you!

clewliss

Also, regarding post 3, I'm NEVER thirsty- anyone else have this issue?

age1389

Is it right that you only have 2 more pounds to go?
Drinking 8 glasses of water doesn't really apply to everyone like most think. There's a topic on here that explains in more detail about it. I say drink what feels comfortable for your body. If that's 5 glasses then that's what you drink. You are getting some water from the foods you eat like the fruits and veggies. I wouldn't want to drink it if I felt bloated. So do whats good for you.
There's all sorts of strenght training to do. You can use some light weight weights while doing yoga or pilates. I know there's tons of videos out there for strength training and I'm sure others will give you names for them.
Hope this helped a little:flowerforyou:



-Adrienne

jimswmn

As for strength training, yes I believe the videos are considered that. I use Denise Austin's Shrink Your Female Fat Zones. Works the back, sides, legs, hips butt, well you get the idea.

As for the water, you can't expect yourself to drink that much water everyday. Like already stated you get water thru your veggies too. I usually try to get 6 glasses of water a day, more if I exercise more. Its not a pleasant feeling that you always have to go.

Good Luck!

lessertess

1: Yes, you are doing strength training. You are using your own body weight and doing isometric toning exercises. Great job.

2. You only need to loose 2 pounds and a goal of 2 or even 1 1/2 pounds a week is entirely too high. You should aim for 1/2 pound a week, if not less. The reason that MFP reset your goal to 1 and 1/2 pounds is that you would have to reduce your calorie intake below 1200 in order to achieve 2 pounds a week and the program won't allow you to go below 1200. Anything below 1200 is not enough for basic nutritional needs. Also, with only two pounds, you should probably focus more on toning and maintenance. At this point, it's just a number.

3. Water: If you're not thirsty you should be fine. One of the reasons you'll go to the bathroom a lot when you start drinking more water is that your body has been retaining water (sort of the water equivalent of starvation mode) and will finally release water when it percieves that there is a regular supply. Or, if you drink too much water, you'll go to the bathroom more often. If you're on a yo-you I'd bet that you're not getting enough.

mellymlk

I could be wrong but I don't tink she only has 2 pounds to go. Maybe 2 pounds to her first goal.

clewliss

I could be wrong but I don't tink she only has 2 pounds to go. Maybe 2 pounds to her first goal.

yeah, it is only a mini goal! My long term goal is 150-155 for right now. I might change that to 145, but not right now:noway: I'm still working on the first 10 lol

Anna_Banana

As for strength training, yes I believe the videos are considered that. I use Denise Austin's Shrink Your Female Fat Zones. Works the back, sides, legs, hips butt, well you get the idea.

I have this and it's pretty good. I also have her boot camp one which is also very good. Prevention has a 3-2-1 tape that is really good. It's interval traing with is the best way to burn fat.

kerrilucko

about water- we also get water from a lot off the foods we eat. If you are eating lots of low sodium soups, fruits and veggies, drinking herbal teas and pure fruit juices, you don't need to drink as much as someone whose diet isn't quite so water laden. Generally, it's good to try and drink the water, it certainly won't do you any harm, but I have to say 8 glasses of water on top of all the other water in your diet is not always neccessary. :flowerforyou: