185lb & stuck...what can I do?

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asngentile
asngentile Posts: 3 Member
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I've been using MFP on and off for a few years now. My husband and I have decided its time to start a family, and so I've been really pushing myself to get into shape before I get pregnant. I started working out Jan 17, to train for the Chicago Shamrock Shuffle 8K...and have worked out 4-5 days/wk for the past 6 weeks. I mostly do cardio, using 3 miles on the treadmill (interval training) or 50 min on the elliptical trainer. I've recently started counting calories again, plugging in EVERY. SINGLE. FOOD. into the app. I've noticed a difference in my endurance...but I haven't seen ANY weight loss!! What is my problem?? I've already been diagnosed with a thyroid problem, and take medication for that, but that's all. Any suggestions? HELP!!!

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  • KCharron20
    KCharron20 Posts: 105
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    Do you know if your thyroid is under control? Also, what do you have your net calories set at? I've found that MFP can set your calorie count a little low. Maybe your not eating enough to fuel your workouts. Try looking at the webside www.freedieting.com. They have a good calorie calculator.
  • asngentile
    asngentile Posts: 3 Member
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    I think the calories on MFP may be set low too. I usually burn 600-1000 calories per workout, but it only gives me 1200/day to lose 2 lbs a week. Also, my thyroid was just recently checked, and the specialist that I go to says everything looks good for that...Just looking for new ideas...
  • JacksMom12
    JacksMom12 Posts: 1,044 Member
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    I think the calories on MFP may be set low too. I usually burn 600-1000 calories per workout, but it only gives me 1200/day to lose 2 lbs a week. Also, my thyroid was just recently checked, and the specialist that I go to says everything looks good for that...Just looking for new ideas...

    Do you eat back your exercise calories? If not, that is a dangerously low amount of fuel (net of 200-600) and an unhealthy deficit. In my opinion.
  • twisted_hash
    twisted_hash Posts: 2
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    Oh my gosh, you are going through the same thing as me. I just posted a question about this. I am stuck as well, and I need help. I feel like I'm busting my butt and seeing no response...I feel your frustration----anyone have helpful tips for us???
  • Colbyandsage
    Colbyandsage Posts: 751 Member
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    http://www.bmi-calculator.net/bmr-calculator/

    Figure out your bmr and daily calorie needs, then eat back some of ur exercise calories. You may be Slowly starving ur self :)

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