Dears pls help the Pears!
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I'm a definite pear shaped, with my top half usually fitting into a small or extra small and my bottom half being a size 11 (almost!) at my largest and a 7 at my smallest (so far). I'm 163cm tall (5'4'').
When I joined MFP I didn't think I could possibly lose weight from anywhere except my bottom half since the top was already so skinny, but I was wrong. My boobs have definitely deflated and I'm nearing a six pack on my abs, but my thighs have barely decreased. I now think my original goal weight of 54kg (about 119lbs) was not ambitious enough and have set my new goal as less than 52kg. I've consigned myself to the fact that while it might not be possible to ever be an hourglass figure, it might be possible to be a banana, so that's what I'm heading for now.
I used to do ballet at a level above merely recreational and I still have pretty big muscles in my thighs and butt underneath the fat. I definitely DON'T want to do any strength training exercises that target the butt or thighs as building muscle in that area would only accentuate the imbalance. Some people recommend pears build muscle in the upper body to even out the difference in size, but I'd rather just lose so much weight that it has to come off the thighs eventually.
I only do cardio (running mostly). I really think that's the best workout for a pear so your idea of doing C25K is perfect, I think. That's just my opinion though. (;0 -
I'm a definite pear shaped, with my top half usually fitting into a small or extra small and my bottom half being a size 11 (almost!) at my largest and a 7 at my smallest (so far). I'm 163cm tall (5'4'').
When I joined MFP I didn't think I could possibly lose weight from anywhere except my bottom half since the top was already so skinny, but I was wrong. My boobs have definitely deflated and I'm nearing a six pack on my abs, but my thighs have barely decreased. I now think my original goal weight of 54kg (about 119lbs) was not ambitious enough and have set my new goal as less than 52kg. I've consigned myself to the fact that while it might not be possible to ever be an hourglass figure, it might be possible to be a banana, so that's what I'm heading for now.
I used to do ballet at a level above merely recreational and I still have pretty big muscles in my thighs and butt underneath the fat. I definitely DON'T want to do any strength training exercises that target the butt or thighs as building muscle in that area would only accentuate the imbalance. Some people recommend pears build muscle in the upper body to even out the difference in size, but I'd rather just lose so much weight that it has to come off the thighs eventually.
I only do cardio (running mostly). I really think that's the best workout for a pear so your idea of doing C25K is perfect, I think. That's just my opinion though. (;
congrats u r so close to goal weight! n looking for inches loss so wouldu like to join me in challenge! u can customize it to ur needs
my idea is 30DS and ripped in 30 r great programs but they work more on upper body and so many ppls r doing it as 30 day routines as prescribed I dont need to do this in a row Coz Jillian doent need testimonials hundreds of ppl adore her for this great program but its not my need rite now. after reaching my inch loss goal on my lower body ill definately go for 30DS as total body workout but not rite now.
Alternating workouts is for giving rest the worked muscles every other day!0 -
Its for pear shaped ladies only!
I know pear shape is feminine but only if it is slender, gigantic can not be an adjective for feminity :laugh:
I know very well that we cant spot reduce but there are so many workout dvds in the market related to lower body.
1) Share your height, weight, before and after measurements.
2) What workouts have you done to reduce the inches and what do you suggest as effective ones.
If this thread goes succesful we shall start a motivational challenge soon!
1= I`m 5foot 5inches (last weight was 177 but I have removed my scale until the 15th of next months so I could be less by now) will post before messurements in a bit
my starting weight was 213 and a tight size 16 DKNY jeans and now I`m 177 or less and a comfy size 10 DKNY jeans and I can get 8`s on and zipped but still not comfy to wear out
2= 30day shred was awesome , and strength training lift heavy (it works and you can not build up musal mass on a calorie deficit ) , and jogging running ( I`m currently on week 5 of C25K only I am doing 40min sessions 3 times aweek instead of the programs 20 so tenicaly I`m going further than 5K already
but am loving it ) 0 -
I'm a pear too Too it’s a nightmare on top I’m an eight on the bottom I’m a 10 normally but over the last few months gained over a stone and a half and a 12/140
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congrats u r so close to goal weight! n looking for inches loss so wouldu like to join me in challenge! u can customize it to ur needs
my idea is 30DS and ripped in 30 r great programs but they work more on upper body and so many ppls r doing it as 30 day routines as prescribed I dont need to do this in a row Coz Jillian doent need testimonials hundreds of ppl adore her for this great program but its not my need rite now. after reaching my inch loss goal on my lower body ill definately go for 30DS as total body workout but not rite now.
Alternating workouts is for giving rest the worked muscles every other day!
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Thank you! Right now I run about about 4km every other day (aiming for 5km) and go hiking or do other exercises at random. I fully agree that alternating workouts to rest your muscles is a good idea. Does this fit with your idea of a challenge? I really don't think I can commit to much of a change right now.
Also, I don't own a TV, DVD player or VHS player, so I can't do any videos!
Even if you don't think my regime works with your challenge, I will gladly accept your friend request if you want some support on your way! (:0 -
1= I`m 5foot 5inches (last weight was 177 but I have removed my scale until the 15th of next months so I could be less by now) will post before messurements in a bit my starting weight was 213 and a tight size 16 DKNY jeans and now I`m 177 or less and a comfy size 10 DKNY jeans and I can get 8`s on and zipped but still not comfy to wear out 2= 30day shred was awesome , and strength training lift heavy (it works and you can not build up musal mass on a calorie deficit ) , and jogging running ( I`m currently on week 5 of C25K only I am doing 40min sessions 3 times aweek instead of the programs 20 so tenicaly I`m going further than 5K alreadyIts for pear shaped ladies only!
I know pear shape is feminine but only if it is slender, gigantic can not be an adjective for feminity :laugh: I know very well that we cant spot reduce but there are so many workout dvds in the market related to lower body.
1) Share your height, weight, before and after measurements.
2) What workouts have you done to reduce the inches and what do you suggest as effective ones. If this thread goes succesful we shall start a motivational challenge soon! but am loving it )
congrats u have reached midway to your goal. i have done treadmill a lot but b4 MFP i never noticed miles, i used to look time only and i can walk at 5mph, reaching 6mph will be new for me.0 -
congrats u r so close to goal weight! n looking for inches loss so wouldu like to join me in challenge! u can customize it to ur needs
my idea is 30DS and ripped in 30 r great programs but they work more on upper body and so many ppls r doing it as 30 day routines as prescribed I dont need to do this in a row Coz Jillian doent need testimonials hundreds of ppl adore her for this great program but its not my need rite now. after reaching my inch loss goal on my lower body ill definately go for 30DS as total body workout but not rite now.
Alternating workouts is for giving rest the worked muscles every other day!
Thank you! Right now I run about about 4km every other day (aiming for 5km) and go hiking or do other exercises at random. I fully agree that alternating workouts to rest your muscles is a good idea. Does this fit with your idea of a challenge? I really don't think I can commit to much of a change right now.
Also, I don't own a TV, DVD player or VHS player, so I can't do any videos!
Even if you don't think my regime works with your challenge, I will gladly accept your friend request if you want some support on your way! (:
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i downloaded JM KBnT, i can search the link again if u r interested.0 -
I'm a pear too Too it’s a nightmare on top I’m an eight on the bottom I’m a 10 normally but over the last few months gained over a stone and a half and a 12/14
im more of a disaster then, 14/16, i used to be 12/14 but now im gaining very fast.0 -
Also, I don't own a TV, DVD player or VHS player, so I can't do any videos!
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you can download them to your computer or iphone just as an option0 -
Also, I don't own a TV, DVD player or VHS player, so I can't do any videos!
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you can download them to your computer or iphone just as an option
just mailed u the link0 -
I used to be a pear. Since having my 4 children, I'm sort of a lopsided jelly bean where I have a pooch in front and a bubble in back. I am trying c25k again in hopes that I can teach myself to be a runner. The first time I tried, I ended up with knee surgery (a cyst in my knee, not related to my running) the second time I tried, I got tendonitis, 3rd times the charm?0
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I used to be a pear. Since having my 4 children, I'm sort of a lopsided jelly bean where I have a pooch in front and a bubble in back. I am trying c25k again in hopes that I can teach myself to be a runner. The first time I tried, I ended up with knee surgery (a cyst in my knee, not related to my running) the second time I tried, I got tendonitis, 3rd times the charm?
3rd time gonna be fine do wanna join me 0 -
Hey, I'm a pear too. I'm 5'5 and and 56.6kg. I did my last measurements a few weeks ago and they were: bust: 85cm, waist: 67cm, hips: 95cm, thighs: 25.5cm. I don't know how much I can reduce my hips tho because I don't have much of a bum, my hips are just naturally wide. Upper thighs are my main concern and i'm not really sure how to reduce them. I'm hoping as I lose more weight they will just get thinner.
Does anyone have any exercises that they do for upper and middle thighs?0 -
debbie of slim in 6 has another dvd called GREAT BODY GUARANTEED she has separate programs for buns and thighs, u can choose the thigh one
if dvd is not the solution then apparently u need to workout ur quadriceps and hamstings (front n back) abductors and adductors(outer and inner thigh) so search on web for those targeting excercises0 -
similarly tony horton of p90x has thigh slimmer and bun shaper as two different programs but its not p90x itsomething like power... dont remember name fully, i have bun shaper but not thigh slimmer0
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its power 0ne-to-one with tony horton thigh slimmersimilarly tony horton of p90x has thigh slimmer and bun shaper as two different programs but its not p90x itsomething like power... dont remember name fully, i have bun shaper but not thigh slimmer0 -
heyguys isnt there any body starting c25k?
u r open to suggest changes in challenge, i need buddies0 -
Count me in. I'm terrified of the Killer Bun and Thigh workout, but having friends and a challenge will definately help!0
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I am a reluctant pear, I don't think that will ever change, but I still want to slim down.
I'll try the challenge and sub JM KBnT with JM 30DS. I got halfway through C25K a couple of months ago, before my treadmill broke. I want to try to do my running at a park and will probably skip the first couple of weeks.
I am almost 5'6 and a size 8/10 in pants.
My starting measurements were : 34, 30, 43.
As of 10/2, my measurements are : 33, 28, 41
I hope that I lost more inches since then, but don't want to measure until next month.0 -
Count me in. I'm terrified of the Killer Bun and Thigh workout, but having friends and a challenge will definately help!
THANK GOD, somebody is with me now
if u ask me if terrified of jillians dvd too, but the idea is to workout legs everyother day, so suggest what u like0 -
I am a reluctant pear, I don't think that will ever change, but I still want to slim down.
I'll try the challenge and sub JM KBnT with JM 30DS. I got halfway through C25K a couple of months ago, before my treadmill broke. I want to try to do my running at a park and will probably skip the first couple of weeks.
I am almost 5'6 and a size 8/10 in pants.
My starting measurements were : 34, 30, 43.
As of 10/2, my measurements are : 33, 28, 41
I hope that I lost more inches since then, but don't want to measure until next month.
im 5'6" too but 39,37,43 i think so, but anywways ill update on that
I hope u r with me! i just need ppl with similar problems working on similar issues, we can customize plan to ur needs
like i know i wont workout for 3 days during TOM coz im in pain these days0 -
I'm planning on picking up the JM bun workout this week. I think that I would like to start the challenge on the 31st instead of the first, that way day 7 will fall on Sunday. I'm excited to get started, I have been needing some motivation to start something.0
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I'm planning on picking up the JM bun workout this week. I think that I would like to start the challenge on the 31st instead of the first, that way day 7 will fall on Sunday. I'm excited to get started, I have been needing some motivation to start something.
im with u
LETS DO IT0 -
C25K
The app is called Get Running and the icon is a blue shoe on an orange background.
Week 1
28 1/2 mins of exercise, 5 mins warm up, 5 min cool down, 8 mins of running total.
8X - Run 1 min, walk 1 1/2 mins
Week 2
29 mins of exercise, 5 mins warm up, 5 min cool down, 9 mins of running total.
6X - Run 1 1/2 min, walk 2 mins
Week 3
25 mins of exercise (warm up and cool down as usual), 9 mins of running.
2X - Run 1 1/2 mins, then walk 1 1/2 mins, Run 3 mins, walk 3 mins
Week 4
31 1/2 mins of exercise (warm up and cool down as usual), 16 mins of running.
2X - Run 3 mins, then walk 1 1/2 mins, Run 5 mins, walk 2 1/2 mins
Week 5
Run 1 - 31 mins, 15 mins running (warm up and cool down as usual)
3X Run 5 mins, walk 3 mins
Run 2 - 31 mins, 16 mins running (warm up and cool down as usual)
Run 8 mins, walk 5 mins, run 8 mins
Run 3 - 30 mins, 20 mins running (warm up and cool down as usual)
Run 20 mins no walking
Week 6
Run 1 - 34 mins, 18 mins running (warm up and cool down as usual)
Run 5 mins, walk 3 mins, Run 8 mins, walk 3 mins, Run 5 mins
Run 2 - 33 mins, 20 mins running (warm up and cool down as usual)
Run 10 mins, walk 3 mins, Run 10 mins
Run 3 - 35 mins, 25 mins running (warm up and cool down as usual)
Run 25 mins with no walking
Week 7
35 mins, 25 mins running (warm up and cool down as usual)
Run 25 mins with no walking
Week 8
38 mins, 28 mins running (warm up and cool down as usual)
Run 28 mins with no walking
Week 9
40 mins, 30 mins running (warm up and cool down as usual)
Run 30 mins with no walking
COUTESY: city_of_frogs(MFP MEMBER)
But i think there r variations..0 -
Anybody interested. This challenge gong to start on 31 Oct coz its Monday0
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I bought the JM bum workout yesterday. I'm super excited to start!0
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I bought the JM bum workout yesterday. I'm super excited to start!
thats really nice!
im preparing my legs for JM this week. So yesterday i did 1st day workout of brazillian butt coz ppl think its easy breezy workout but in 12 minutes i was all huffy and puffy but some how completed my 20 minutes by doin pilates movements later......
today i was very afraid but some how manged to complete kathy smiths 35 mins lower body workout. i chose itcoz its not jumping n hoping kind thing like BBL0 -
Hey Pears! I am happy to be here! I was given this link and I figured I would post here and give you an idea on my lovely pearyness shape!
I am 27 years old
I am 5 feet 5 inches
My starting weight is 200lbs
My current measurements are the following:
Upper Bust: 41 inches
Lower Bust: 39 inches
Upper Arms: 13 inches EACH
Waist: 37.5 inches
Hips: 46 inches
Thighs: 26.5 inches EACH
Calves: 16 inches EACH
Now, if you look at my shape I am almost an hour glass, but this is not true. My issue with my bust measurement is this: I have unnaturally large ribcage. My bust itself is a 34A, but they always claimed I was a B, but it is because of my large ribcage. If I put myself in a B I could add about two pairs of socks in each bra cup to make it fill out properly!
But I am a pear!
What I do to work out my pearyness is this:
>I work on the stationary bike, it really helps out with the thighs and tush.
>I work on the leg press, this really works out the thighs and tush.
>I do side rolls with free weights. You stand up straight, chest out and use a weight and roll to the side to about your knee, or as far as you can go to stretch out the sides of your abdomen.
>I try to work out my arms and shoulders in anyway that I can because if you build muscle, or a stronger upper body, your frame can turn more into an hour glass than a pear.
>When I go swimming I hold onto a foam board and only use my legs to kick laps back and forth across the pool.
>When I go swimming I try to do leg raises raising my knees as high as I can and walk across the shallow end of the pool.
WELL!
That is me!
Right now I am currently working on dancing, belly dancing especially focuses on the lower part of the body which is nice because it will help tone that part of your body! But yeah! Enjoy what you do!0 -
Hey Pears! I am happy to be here! I was given this link and I figured I would post here and give you an idea on my lovely pearyness shape!
I am 27 years old
I am 5 feet 5 inches
My starting weight is 200lbs
My current measurements are the following:
Upper Bust: 41 inches
Lower Bust: 39 inches
Upper Arms: 13 inches EACH
Waist: 37.5 inches
Hips: 46 inches
Thighs: 26.5 inches EACH
Calves: 16 inches EACH
Now, if you look at my shape I am almost an hour glass, but this is not true. My issue with my bust measurement is this: I have unnaturally large ribcage. My bust itself is a 34A, but they always claimed I was a B, but it is because of my large ribcage. If I put myself in a B I could add about two pairs of socks in each bra cup to make it fill out properly!
But I am a pear!
What I do to work out my pearyness is this:
>I work on the stationary bike, it really helps out with the thighs and tush.
>I work on the leg press, this really works out the thighs and tush.
>I do side rolls with free weights. You stand up straight, chest out and use a weight and roll to the side to about your knee, or as far as you can go to stretch out the sides of your abdomen.
>I try to work out my arms and shoulders in anyway that I can because if you build muscle, or a stronger upper body, your frame can turn more into an hour glass than a pear.
>When I go swimming I hold onto a foam board and only use my legs to kick laps back and forth across the pool.
>When I go swimming I try to do leg raises raising my knees as high as I can and walk across the shallow end of the pool.
WELL!
That is me!
Right now I am currently working on dancing, belly dancing especially focuses on the lower part of the body which is nice because it will help tone that part of your body! But yeah! Enjoy what you do!
u r doing really great! nice to hear ur workout plan and tactics to tackle pearness.
that wht i wanna do tackle that 1st meantime with all the cardio ill definately lose some on upper body
then ill carry on with total body workouts like 30ds0 -
I bought the JM bum workout yesterday. I'm super excited to start!
We have to post the weight and measurements by 31 Oct,2011. Copy the text and append ur data. U can mail it if privacy needed.
Date:31 Oct, 2011
Starting Weight:
Bicep:
Bust(fullest):
Waist(narrowest):
Belly around navel:
Hips(widest):
Thighs (widest):
Thigh(R)/Thigh(L):0
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