Metabolism Reset - Eating at TDEE Support Thread
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I still feel like something is wrong with me because I really havent gained any weight since I began EMTLW almost 4 months ago. My inches have gone up slightly, and the weight has bounced from my start of 238, to a low of 233, and is currently 236..so I guess it went up a little after I jumped to Cut .. but basically my weight has been unchanged.. I keep hearing of a lot of you gaining 3-5-8-10 pounds on reset, and I feel out of place.. (what kind of weird messed up mind do I have to WANT to gain weight??:))..
I am weighing in on Wed, and the scale should show a gain over my previous weeks due to having a rest week. Two weeks ago, I was 234.8, last week with AF hitting, I went to 236.4, and so far, peeking on the scale has me about the same.. so it appears as though I have gained through my rest week, which would mean I am at my proper TDEE... So at least I know I am where I should be..
Getting Anxious... very anxious..0 -
I think you should be happy-so you know where your TDEE isI still feel like something is wrong with me because I really havent gained any weight since I began EMTLW almost 4 months ago. My inches have gone up slightly, and the weight has bounced from my start of 238, to a low of 233, and is currently 236..so I guess it went up a little after I jumped to Cut .. but basically my weight has been unchanged.. I keep hearing of a lot of you gaining 3-5-8-10 pounds on reset, and I feel out of place.. (what kind of weird messed up mind do I have to WANT to gain weight??:))..
I am weighing in on Wed, and the scale should show a gain over my previous weeks due to having a rest week. Two weeks ago, I was 234.8, last week with AF hitting, I went to 236.4, and so far, peeking on the scale has me about the same.. so it appears as though I have gained through my rest week, which would mean I am at my proper TDEE... So at least I know I am where I should be..
Getting Anxious... very anxious..
Gaining weight is not that much fun anyway
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Raynn1
Don't worry! I started eating more about 3 months ago and have only gained about 2 pounds. I also started eatining at maintenance on May 29th, and I am only 1.2 pounds more now than when I started. So, I really haven't gained any weight either. I know I ate VLCD for most of my life, so I thought I would definately gain more! Way to go for us NOT gaining (much)!0 -
Hi All,
I'm five weeks or so in :bigsmile: and not 100% sure I'm eating enough....
I used the data from my Fitbit to set my TDEE, comes out at 2100, I averaged two weeks of data. Scooby has me at more like 2300.
I feel like I have lost weight but I refuse to go anywhere near the scale! and I have been hungry, very hungry over the past couple of days. I've just eaten my lunch - chicken salad, oatcakes and a greek yoghurt and I want more :laugh:
So do you think I should up it a bit, say another 100?
Thanks
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Hi all. I am wrapping up my 4th week of reset. 6 weeks to go. I have officially hit the point where I am ready to cut. Why is maintaining so hard?
I've been fighting a persistent sickness for the last couple weeks. Yesteray was the first in my reset where I did not hit my calories. Of course I feel guilty for it, which is kind of funny when you think of it. Feeling bad over not eating ENOUGH. So weird!0 -
OK, I'm half way into the reset (week 5) and had a small gain from last week (again) 0.6 pounds. I thought about adjusting the cals down by 150. I had a one pound loss in the first week (so -1, +.4, +.2, +.6), I decided to leave it be and just wait it out (unless some one can give me a reason otherwise). Measurements next week.
I'm kinda taking it easy right now due to a slight back injury, just walking last week, this week adding counter push ups (weak upper body).
On another note, I just ordered New Rules and BM Core! My Apt. community has a gym with some free weights and machines, but I see kids hanging out there after the management leaves. So, if I want to use it I'll have to get up around 4 am to get to work on time....holy crap! Thinking about getting my own equipment, but I live on the second floor and lugging it up the stairs will be a work out of it's own:laugh: Maybe in the near future, one piece at a time.
Here's to a better life for us all:drinker: <---(Kool-aid)!0 -
Hi all. I am wrapping up my 4th week of reset. 6 weeks to go. I have officially hit the point where I am ready to cut. Why is maintaining so hard?
I've been fighting a persistent sickness for the last couple weeks. Yesteray was the first in my reset where I did not hit my calories. Of course I feel guilty for it, which is kind of funny when you think of it. Feeling bad over not eating ENOUGH. So weird!
It's funny how in this group, we feel guilty about eating as much as we do, guilty if we don't eat enough, and WANT to get back to a eating a few less cals!...LOL!
It just goes to show us all, how much mental damage dieting does to our way of thinking. It's like trying to shed years of brainwashing, coming up from the depths and seeing the sun for the first time. It's blinding, it hurts, but once we get used to it, it's absolutely LOVELY and we never want to live without it again. :happy:
Maintaining during the reset is particularly hard I think because we want to lose the weight so badly. Not necessarily because eating the cals is hard (well, at first it is, but afterwards it's much easier). We are anxious to get the bodies we are aiming for and want to get started. Patience is so important with this method. It's amazing how many GOOD habits we are learning with EM2WL...not just how to drop weight, but how to live a better, fuller life in so many ways.0 -
Hi all. I am wrapping up my 4th week of reset. 6 weeks to go. I have officially hit the point where I am ready to cut. Why is maintaining so hard?
I've been fighting a persistent sickness for the last couple weeks. Yesteray was the first in my reset where I did not hit my calories. Of course I feel guilty for it, which is kind of funny when you think of it. Feeling bad over not eating ENOUGH. So weird!
It's funny how in this group, we feel guilty about eating as much as we do, guilty if we don't eat enough, and WANT to get back to a eating a few less cals!...LOL!
It just goes to show us all, how much mental damage dieting does to our way of thinking. It's like trying to shed years of brainwashing, coming up from the depths and seeing the sun for the first time. It's blinding, it hurts, but once we get used to it, it's absolutely LOVELY and we never want to live without it again. :happy:
Maintaining during the reset is particularly hard I think because we want to lose the weight so badly. Not necessarily because eating the cals is hard (well, at first it is, but afterwards it's much easier). We are anxious to get the bodies we are aiming for and want to get started. Patience is so important with this method. It's amazing how many GOOD habits we are learning with EM2WL...not just how to drop weight, but how to live a better, fuller life in so many ways.
It is so hard to be patient with the process. You just want to speed through it. Now that I am getting through it, I feel like the reset is for a mental reboot as much as physical. Just an overall pause button - stop, breath, relax, then move forward. I think the desire for fast-fast-fast results is the hardest habit to break so far.0 -
Hi Everyone -
I was on vacation for the past week and couldn't access the board from my phone (you can't acess the community boards from the iPhone app - can you?)...but I have read the updates and want to say:
I AM VERY PROUD OF ALL YOU!!!!! Over the past week, everyone stuck with it - and that's an acomplishment in itself.
Now I think I am one of the early vacationers so let me tell you - going on vacation and not worrying about what I can or can't eat is simply AWESOME!
I am beginning week 3 of my reset and I am sure that I am up a few pounds and still struggle with the bloat every so often but am hoping that will resolve itself in the next week or so. I was only planning on doing a reset for 4 weeks but may stick with it for the full 8. I am not experencing the same results as many of you are...I just feel flabby and bloated....and am not hungry. So this may be my body's way of telling me to continue.
Is this still "normal" after 3 weeks?
This week my goal is to continue to meet my protein macro every day.....
Happy Monday y'all!0 -
Hi all. I am wrapping up my 4th week of reset. 6 weeks to go. I have officially hit the point where I am ready to cut. Why is maintaining so hard?
I've been fighting a persistent sickness for the last couple weeks. Yesteray was the first in my reset where I did not hit my calories. Of course I feel guilty for it, which is kind of funny when you think of it. Feeling bad over not eating ENOUGH. So weird!
It's funny how in this group, we feel guilty about eating as much as we do, guilty if we don't eat enough, and WANT to get back to a eating a few less cals!...LOL!
It just goes to show us all, how much mental damage dieting does to our way of thinking. It's like trying to shed years of brainwashing, coming up from the depths and seeing the sun for the first time. It's blinding, it hurts, but once we get used to it, it's absolutely LOVELY and we never want to live without it again. :happy:
Maintaining during the reset is particularly hard I think because we want to lose the weight so badly. Not necessarily because eating the cals is hard (well, at first it is, but afterwards it's much easier). We are anxious to get the bodies we are aiming for and want to get started. Patience is so important with this method. It's amazing how many GOOD habits we are learning with EM2WL...not just how to drop weight, but how to live a better, fuller life in so many ways.
It is so hard to be patient with the process. You just want to speed through it. Now that I am getting through it, I feel like the reset is for a mental reboot as much as physical. Just an overall pause button - stop, breath, relax, then move forward. I think the desire for fast-fast-fast results is the hardest habit to break so far.
I agree that the desire for quick results is very hard to push past. I *know* that doing this the proper and healthy way means a snail's pace when it comes to weight loss. Even that I think I'm doing okay with, but maintaining and having NO loss is what's killing me. I know it's necessary, but that doesn't make it easy to wait. I'm in the middle of week four. At the end of this week I'll be through four weeks of reset. Woo woo. Four down and four to go!0 -
Hi all. I am wrapping up my 4th week of reset. 6 weeks to go. I have officially hit the point where I am ready to cut. Why is maintaining so hard?
I've been fighting a persistent sickness for the last couple weeks. Yesteray was the first in my reset where I did not hit my calories. Of course I feel guilty for it, which is kind of funny when you think of it. Feeling bad over not eating ENOUGH. So weird!
It's funny how in this group, we feel guilty about eating as much as we do, guilty if we don't eat enough, and WANT to get back to a eating a few less cals!...LOL!
It just goes to show us all, how much mental damage dieting does to our way of thinking. It's like trying to shed years of brainwashing, coming up from the depths and seeing the sun for the first time. It's blinding, it hurts, but once we get used to it, it's absolutely LOVELY and we never want to live without it again. :happy:
Maintaining during the reset is particularly hard I think because we want to lose the weight so badly. Not necessarily because eating the cals is hard (well, at first it is, but afterwards it's much easier). We are anxious to get the bodies we are aiming for and want to get started. Patience is so important with this method. It's amazing how many GOOD habits we are learning with EM2WL...not just how to drop weight, but how to live a better, fuller life in so many ways.
It is so hard to be patient with the process. You just want to speed through it. Now that I am getting through it, I feel like the reset is for a mental reboot as much as physical. Just an overall pause button - stop, breath, relax, then move forward. I think the desire for fast-fast-fast results is the hardest habit to break so far.
I agree that the desire for quick results is very hard to push past. I *know* that doing this the proper and healthy way means a snail's pace when it comes to weight loss. Even that I think I'm doing okay with, but maintaining and having NO loss is what's killing me. I know it's necessary, but that doesn't make it easy to wait. I'm in the middle of week four. At the end of this week I'll be through four weeks of reset. Woo woo. Four down and four to go!
The no tangible results is what is bothering me. NO weight lost,.. but 1400 cals more a day and maintaining is great... measurements are up all around, and that bothers me the most.. I see so many in here resetting but at least seeing measurements change...I have 6 pairs of capri's that I cant wear. I have one pair of pants, one pair of yoga pants and one pair of shorts.. thats it.. I eat so much in comparision to friends and family and I feel like I am stuffing myself, yet they are the ones losing the weight.. I am not..
I just want to be done with this... I need to move on with this0 -
I'm reading yet another book . . . The Smarter Science of Slim. Just wanted to share a very interesting experiment from the book, done at St. Joseph's Hospital in Phoenix, Arizona. In the experiment, they took two groups of people - one of heavy people and one of thin people. They were put on a 0 calorie intake for a length of time and their metabolisms/stored energy usages were measured scientifically. Both groups show slowdowns in metabolism as their bodies tried to make up for the loss of intake. Heavy people didn't burn their fat stores first - they burned their muscle. Muscle takes more energy to maintain so the body naturally tried to get rid of it first in a crisis situation.
So which do you want to lose most? Weight? Or body fat?
My choice is to get rid of the body fat. By working out effectively and feeding my body the nutrition it needs. It's going to take time and a lot of mental stamina to get through this reset. But totally worth it when I can show of the leaner, healthier me.0 -
The no tangible results is what is bothering me. NO weight lost,.. but 1400 cals more a day and maintaining is great... measurements are up all around, and that bothers me the most.. I see so many in here resetting but at least seeing measurements change...I have 6 pairs of capri's that I cant wear. I have one pair of pants, one pair of yoga pants and one pair of shorts.. thats it.. I eat so much in comparision to friends and family and I feel like I am stuffing myself, yet they are the ones losing the weight.. I am not..
I just want to be done with this... I need to move on with this
I completely understand. It's very hard to want to go anywhere when you know that your clothing options are so limited. My husband eats less than I do, (but then again, he doesn't work out...I do) Thankfully most of my work clothes still fit, but once I get home, it's pretty much pajamas and workout shorts if I want to feel at all comfy. :grumble: I hate seeing anyone I know at any time because I just feel so large and awkward. I have only gained inches and pounds so far...no loss. And although I've only been resetting 3.5 weeks, I've been upping cals now for around 11 weeks. Been doing this a while now - it's a process, and for some of us it's a little harder than others.
But, I know it's important to let my body learn to trust in a consistent and overabundant food source for a period of time. It had 20 years of being treated like there was a food shortage. If I cut that short, my weight loss results once I get to cut may not be as effective...so, I'm sticking it out. This isn't for ever....it's just 8 weeks. We can do this!!
(Oh, and I'm typing this in the midst of the worst part of TOM....I'm cramping and I'm retaining so much flipping water my legs ache and feel stretched around the lower calves when I walk . I never used to get this on VLCD, it's new to me and it's horrible and it makes even less of my clothing fit - just thought I'd share that so that you knew I REALLY do understand how awful it can be... ) 0 -
Hi All,
I'm five weeks or so in :bigsmile: and not 100% sure I'm eating enough....
I used the data from my Fitbit to set my TDEE, comes out at 2100, I averaged two weeks of data. Scooby has me at more like 2300.
I feel like I have lost weight but I refuse to go anywhere near the scale! and I have been hungry, very hungry over the past couple of days. I've just eaten my lunch - chicken salad, oatcakes and a greek yoghurt and I want more :laugh:
So do you think I should up it a bit, say another 100?
Thanks
Alison
Alison - I am using my Fitbit numbers as I seem to be between lightly and moderately active when using Scooby or Fat2Fit. Are you 5 weeks into eating less or reset?0 -
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Hello ladies, I've been going about my business and trying to eat up to 2400 every day. I'm starting week 4 of my reset, and it wasn't until last week that two pounds jumped out at me and decided to stay. That also came with the bloating, so I'm not a really happy camper if I look down at my tummy. Three weeks ago I said that I'd do a 4-week reset and then reevaluate. I might stretch it to a 5.5 or 6-week reset just because of the July 4th holiday.
I think in my mind I am telling myself that I don't need to reset too long because I haven't been on a VLCD per se; I had been eating solidly at 2000 throughout the winter (which was technically TDEE -15% without my knowledge) and in May did a -20% cut rather blindly, slashing my cals to 1500-1700. This was before I discovered EM2WL. After reading the last few posts, it definitely gives me some pause to evaluate how much longer I want to reset. I'm lifting heavy 2x/wk and doing HIIT 1-2x/wk, so I know my muscles beneath the fat are there! Everyone here is going through the antsy dance, and I totally empathize. I went to Old Navy and got two skirts with stretchy waistbands, and picked up two pairs of shorts in one size larger than my usual, just so I can survive the hot summer. That bums me a bit, but I'm also thinking it's an investment in my long-term success.
What I'm trying to wrap my mind around is: will this work? After a reasonable reset, once I start the TDEE - 15% and continue my workouts, will it work? What if it doesn't? Where do I go from there if it doesn't work? And the flip side: what if it DOES work? I guess I'll know by the end of August if there's progress overall. I'm glad to be keeping company with all of you, some starting around the same time, some earlier, and being able to see that we are all struggling right now. I will power through this and remember to trust the process.0 -
Reset Day 24: Wednesday is my weigh in day and my scale (my friend today) reports I'm down 0.4. How is that even possible? (As I chuckle a bit) I'm eating 2236 calories per day, working out 3 days a week, and going against every bit of weight loss advice I've ever had. I did South Beach 8 years ago, Weight Watchers twice in the years before and and then after I had my daughter. Losing and then gaining what i lost back plus 5 pounds. And I feel amazing. I'm not as tired or grouchy (though hubby would beg to differ since we are fighting at the moment) and when I put my hand on my waist I can actually feel a bit more definition. I don't feel the fat, I can feel a rib! My measurements haven't changed very much, but my body shape seems to be. I'm thrilled - and ready for another 5 weeks.
After my initial gain of 2 pounds I seem to have stabilized. I'm wondering if I continue to lose (though I can't see how that's possible at this calorie level and can't believe I'm asking this!) do I bump up my TDEE? Or go with the flow for the rest of my 8 weeks?0 -
Hello ladies, I've been going about my business and trying to eat up to 2400 every day. I'm starting week 4 of my reset, and it wasn't until last week that two pounds jumped out at me and decided to stay. That also came with the bloating, so I'm not a really happy camper if I look down at my tummy. Three weeks ago I said that I'd do a 4-week reset and then reevaluate. I might stretch it to a 5.5 or 6-week reset just because of the July 4th holiday.
I think in my mind I am telling myself that I don't need to reset too long because I haven't been on a VLCD per se; I had been eating solidly at 2000 throughout the winter (which was technically TDEE -15% without my knowledge) and in May did a -20% cut rather blindly, slashing my cals to 1500-1700. This was before I discovered EM2WL. After reading the last few posts, it definitely gives me some pause to evaluate how much longer I want to reset. I'm lifting heavy 2x/wk and doing HIIT 1-2x/wk, so I know my muscles beneath the fat are there! Everyone here is going through the antsy dance, and I totally empathize. I went to Old Navy and got two skirts with stretchy waistbands, and picked up two pairs of shorts in one size larger than my usual, just so I can survive the hot summer. That bums me a bit, but I'm also thinking it's an investment in my long-term success.
What I'm trying to wrap my mind around is: will this work? After a reasonable reset, once I start the TDEE - 15% and continue my workouts, will it work? What if it doesn't? Where do I go from there if it doesn't work? And the flip side: what if it DOES work? I guess I'll know by the end of August if there's progress overall. I'm glad to be keeping company with all of you, some starting around the same time, some earlier, and being able to see that we are all struggling right now. I will power through this and remember to trust the process.
There seems to be quite a group of us that started reset at about the same time. I've seen a few success stories here and there with people who've been at EM2WL longer, but not the large groups of people we seem to have around now. I think we are a bit of an experiment. All the reading I've been doing says that this will work. Our bodies are amazing machines and adapt to whatever we give them to work with. They don't always adapt the way we want them to, that's how we ended up with the extra fat storage in the first place. We are learning to work with our bodies and ask them politely to do what we want, not forcing the issue. I think that's what reset is all about. Teaching our bodies what it will be like at maintenance. It adapts. then we do a cut. The only reaction possible is for us to lose, because that's the natural reaction after maintaining and then cutting calories. I just read a whole list of studies that purposely gave people anywhere from an extra 500 to 1000 calories a day for 7 weeks. You would think from the numbers they would all gain 16 pounds each? Nope. The average gain was only 0.88 pounds. The most reported was around 2, the least was a 0. Wild! Your body is adapting, and will lose that much more cleanly and easily when the time comes for you to do your cut. Don't give up! Hugs,0 -
I'm in the middle of week 3 of my reset and doing ok for now...I love coming here and seeing all the positive encouragement!! I haven't really lost or gained during my 3 week reset so far....just tossing around the same 5 pounds as usual. Crazy that I'm eating 2500-2600cals a freaking DAY and not gaining weight!?!?! Absolutely nutso when I think about the years and years and years spent at 1200-1500cals....dumb. So glad I found this group and so glad we're all on our way to a healthier lifestyle!
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Just popping in to introduce myself. I'm about a week into my reset. Aiming to average at 2200 per day or more (I'm 5'1 and 105-109lbs, not wanting to lose or gain). Terrified! So far I am up 2lbs but I am sure that's just a normal fluctuation.0
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@Raynn, I would be so gratful if I wasn't gaining weight during this. You most likely have hit the TDEE on the head for the activity you are doing and will probably see excellent results with your cut! Have you taken any pictures yet? I haven't right now because I know they wouldn't be pretty, lol.
@Tenpets, how is the increase in cals and change of macros working for you this week?
@TripleJ, YaY for the bicep bump while washing your face! I love it when a change catches me off guard like that because ususally I am looking in the mirrror constantly for changes, lol.
@Sweatpants, What is is with the battle of week four? We all seem to struggle around that point. I like what Lucia told you, why cut yourself short and then second guess it down the road? We tend to give low cals forever, but feeding ourselves we want to cut short. I am the same way, but sticking it out the whole 8 weeks.
@Macnurseapril, I have been trying to stay off the scale too and just weigh once a week or so. It is so addicting. sounds like you are just playing around with a couple pounds, that is not bad at all.
@Daphnemomof9, what have you decided about your situation? ARe you going to let the physical labor be your cut? I am interested to see how you do, keep us posted when you have time!
@ssgtwifey, how is the cut going? I think you just keep your macros the same. General recommendation is 40c 30p 30f.
@jyska, I am expecting TOM in about 5 days, so I feel your pain. I am retaining water more than usual, but I think some of that is the heat right now. Hopefully we will both feel better after this week!
@embersfallen, Looks like you may be out of town right now, but hope all is well. Can't wait for updates when you get back, especially if you do decide to cut then.
@iluvhorses198, where are you in the reset? You mentioned eating more for 3 months, have you been resetting that long?
@asidebottom, I think the only way to know whether you are at the right numbers or not is to weigh yourself. I am not sure how accurate the fitbit is for setting TDEE, but if you are 200 cals under or so, you could be losing up to 1/2 pound per week and in reality be at a cut instead of resetting. What are your goals?
@MrsCheeseFries, lol on the feeling bad for not hitting your calories. Hope you are feeling better, I just went through an awful cold/upper resp. illness and it was not fun at all.
@PLUMSGRL, I wouldn't worry about those small fluctuations on the scale, I think that is completely normal. Have you started any of the new programs?
@carriea67, I think the bloat and flabby feelings finally felt a little more normal into my 4th week. I hope you do stick with it for the full 8 weeks. How is the protein macro goal going this week?
@terrigrace, thanks for the book synopsis. My main goal right now is to focus on muscle strength and building. That is the key to it all. The fat loss will follow that. Not sure on bumping your calories up. I might give it another week to see if it continues.
@lucyhoneychurch, I have those same questions, but I believe in the fueling to lose, it HAS to work, lol!
@seobstar, sounds like you are doing well! Keep us updated.
@findingmyhapp, welcome to reset and good luck! Yes 2 pounds is completely normal and so is being terrified, lol!
AFM, I am just now entering my 6th week of reset. The first 4 weeks flew by and now these last few are going very slow, probably because I am getting itchy to cut. Other than the week I was sick, I have been lifting weights and just doing a little bit of walking here and there. My walking partner has been on vacation, so I have used this as a rest. I am probably eating a little over TDEE because of that, but my focus for this reset is building MUSCLE so it doesn't bother me. I can't belive how much my focus has changed from scale weight to body recomp. Why did it take me so long to understand this is what is important? It's like I said to Terrigrace up there, if I build the muscle, the fat will fall off. I know this because I have tried everything else, cardio'd myself to death for a year and a half and still have more than my fair share of fat (somewhere around 30% I think).
So I just have to pull out all the patience I have to finish out these last two weeks, keep my focus on building muscle and not worry about the scale or measurements.
We can do this girls!
What will we do when we all start to cut? Start a new thread for new cutters, lol?0 -
Alison - I am using my Fitbit numbers as I seem to be between lightly and moderately active when using Scooby or Fat2Fit. Are you 5 weeks into eating less or reset?
I'm trying the reset, I think, like you that I am between light and moderate activity though I do lot of walking! I am confused :laugh: I'm not too worried as I don't have a lot to lose in terms of inches I would just like to gain some strength and muscle.
I love my fitbit, I'm just not sure it's properly picking up my non walking exercise so I think I'll try my HRM at the gym for a week or two and add that in, see waht the numbers say!0 -
AFM, I am just now entering my 6th week of reset. The first 4 weeks flew by and now these last few are going very slow, probably because I am getting itchy to cut. Other than the week I was sick, I have been lifting weights and just doing a little bit of walking here and there. My walking partner has been on vacation, so I have used this as a rest. I am probably eating a little over TDEE because of that, but my focus for this reset is building MUSCLE so it doesn't bother me. I can't belive how much my focus has changed from scale weight to body recomp. Why did it take me so long to understand this is what is important? It's like I said to Terrigrace up there, if I build the muscle, the fat will fall off. I know this because I have tried everything else, cardio'd myself to death for a year and a half and still have more than my fair share of fat (somewhere around 30% I think).
So I just have to pull out all the patience I have to finish out these last two weeks, keep my focus on building muscle and not worry about the scale or measurements.
We can do this girls!
What will we do when we all start to cut? Start a new thread for new cutters, lol?
Thanks for the encouraging words! And what you just said about building muscle... that's where I'm at, too, in my workouts. I'm working on building that muscle with heavy lifting so that when it's cut time, the muscle will burn the fat!
I think that's an excellent idea, to start a new thread for cutters. This thread for the reset has really shown what kind of feelings one can go through during a reset, from excitement to dread, panic to teetering on the edge. But the support here has been fantastic. I think strategies and support for those going through a cut would also be invaluable, as its own stickied thread, once more ladies here are ready to start their official cuts. So I agree with your suggestion!
And after more thought, I will do two more weeks, at least to 6 weeks, until I cut. That will cover the July 4th holiday weekend; then I can focus on a cut with 100% dedication.0 -
@asidebottom, I think the only way to know whether you are at the right numbers or not is to weigh yourself. I am not sure how accurate the fitbit is for setting TDEE, but if you are 200 cals under or so, you could be losing up to 1/2 pound per week and in reality be at a cut instead of resetting. What are your goals?
AFM, I am just now entering my 6th week of reset. The first 4 weeks flew by and now these last few are going very slow, probably because I am getting itchy to cut. Other than the week I was sick, I have been lifting weights and just doing a little bit of walking here and there. My walking partner has been on vacation, so I have used this as a rest. I am probably eating a little over TDEE because of that, but my focus for this reset is building MUSCLE so it doesn't bother me. I can't belive how much my focus has changed from scale weight to body recomp. Why did it take me so long to understand this is what is important? It's like I said to Terrigrace up there, if I build the muscle, the fat will fall off. I know this because I have tried everything else, cardio'd myself to death for a year and a half and still have more than my fair share of fat (somewhere around 30% I think).
So I just have to pull out all the patience I have to finish out these last two weeks, keep my focus on building muscle and not worry about the scale or measurements.
We can do this girls!
What will we do when we all start to cut? Start a new thread for new cutters, lol?
Hiya
I just want to tone up a bit and I think I need to lose 7lb or so but I'm not hung up on numbers anymore which is why I want to avoid the scale! I am going to measure in a couple of weeks so if I have lost inches then I will reassess I think and I'll also try using my HRM again at the gym see what that says.
Your itching to cut and I'm dreading it!! I like eating this much :laugh: I'm going to go with the flow for a bit and give my mind and body a rest for a good few weeks yet.
I agree a "Cut" sticky would be good though.
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@asidebottom, I think the only way to know whether you are at the right numbers or not is to weigh yourself. I am not sure how accurate the fitbit is for setting TDEE, but if you are 200 cals under or so, you could be losing up to 1/2 pound per week and in reality be at a cut instead of resetting. What are your goals?
AFM, I am just now entering my 6th week of reset. The first 4 weeks flew by and now these last few are going very slow, probably because I am getting itchy to cut. Other than the week I was sick, I have been lifting weights and just doing a little bit of walking here and there. My walking partner has been on vacation, so I have used this as a rest. I am probably eating a little over TDEE because of that, but my focus for this reset is building MUSCLE so it doesn't bother me. I can't belive how much my focus has changed from scale weight to body recomp. Why did it take me so long to understand this is what is important? It's like I said to Terrigrace up there, if I build the muscle, the fat will fall off. I know this because I have tried everything else, cardio'd myself to death for a year and a half and still have more than my fair share of fat (somewhere around 30% I think).
So I just have to pull out all the patience I have to finish out these last two weeks, keep my focus on building muscle and not worry about the scale or measurements.
We can do this girls!
What will we do when we all start to cut? Start a new thread for new cutters, lol?
Hiya
I just want to tone up a bit and I think I need to lose 7lb or so but I'm not hung up on numbers anymore which is why I want to avoid the scale! I am going to measure in a couple of weeks so if I have lost inches then I will reassess I think and I'll also try using my HRM again at the gym see what that says.
Your itching to cut and I'm dreading it!! I like eating this much :laugh: I'm going to go with the flow for a bit and give my mind and body a rest for a good few weeks yet.
I agree a "Cut" sticky would be good though.
Alison
Okay, let me rephrase that, I am itching to start losing fat, not to eat less, lol, that is going to be painful and that will most likely give me something new to complain about!0 -
AFM, I am just now entering my 6th week of reset. The first 4 weeks flew by and now these last few are going very slow, probably because I am getting itchy to cut. Other than the week I was sick, I have been lifting weights and just doing a little bit of walking here and there. My walking partner has been on vacation, so I have used this as a rest. I am probably eating a little over TDEE because of that, but my focus for this reset is building MUSCLE so it doesn't bother me. I can't belive how much my focus has changed from scale weight to body recomp. Why did it take me so long to understand this is what is important? It's like I said to Terrigrace up there, if I build the muscle, the fat will fall off. I know this because I have tried everything else, cardio'd myself to death for a year and a half and still have more than my fair share of fat (somewhere around 30% I think).
So I just have to pull out all the patience I have to finish out these last two weeks, keep my focus on building muscle and not worry about the scale or measurements.
We can do this girls!
What will we do when we all start to cut? Start a new thread for new cutters, lol?
Thanks for the encouraging words! And what you just said about building muscle... that's where I'm at, too, in my workouts. I'm working on building that muscle with heavy lifting so that when it's cut time, the muscle will burn the fat!
I think that's an excellent idea, to start a new thread for cutters. This thread for the reset has really shown what kind of feelings one can go through during a reset, from excitement to dread, panic to teetering on the edge. But the support here has been fantastic. I think strategies and support for those going through a cut would also be invaluable, as its own stickied thread, once more ladies here are ready to start their official cuts. So I agree with your suggestion!
And after more thought, I will do two more weeks, at least to 6 weeks, until I cut. That will cover the July 4th holiday weekend; then I can focus on a cut with 100% dedication.
That's when I start cutting too, awesome!0 -
Okay, let me rephrase that, I am itching to start losing fat, not to eat less, lol, that is going to be painful and that will most likely give me something new to complain about!
:laugh: Me too and hubbie who has taken a liking to the happier well fed Alison! I may well do a really small cut, just 200 cals or something and see how that goes.0 -
@iluvhorses198, where are you in the reset? You mentioned eating more for 3 months, have you been resetting that long?
Today is 3 weeks and one day into my reset. I plan on going for the full 8 weeks since I treated my body so badly for so long. I started the reset at 132 pounds and as of this morning I am 133.4, but am fluctuating between 131 and 133. This is awesome since I am eating 400 calories more than I started the reset (was at TDEE-15%). woot!0 -
Well It appears that I am definitely at TDEE. This past week was a "rest" week for me. I was off inbetween Stage 1 and Stage 2 of NROL, so it was encouraged to rest. I have never taken more than 2 days off in a row from doing activity (outside of a beach vacation where I sit and drink all week long:)) so this was a bit new to me. I managed to make it 4 full days of rest before I had to get back to the gym. I also relaxed a slight bit on the calories and was probably a bit over TDEE on a few days by a 100 or so.. And this morning there was a 1 pound-ish gain on the scale. SO I am happy to say I am confident I am at TDEE and will give it at least one more week before deciding whether to go back down for a cut.
I took a peek at the tape measure on my waist and hips and it definitely pains me to see how much they have increased.I think that bothers me more than the scale does.
as for the .2 pound loss someone had... I would consider that at maintenance:) Sounds like you found your TDEE level too:) I would also be interested in a thread for when we cut:)
I am beginning week 4 today and that was my goal when I began. after next week I will decide what to do.0 -
I don't post very often, but i've been a member of this group since March of this year. At which time I began upping my cals from 1000 (or below) to 1800. Which i've been at since June 10th. Since I started out with such low cals, I had a REALLY hard time getting used to eating so much food....and I mean really hard. But that's behind me now and i've been through the bloating a few times, since I decided to up the cals slowly. So glad all that's over. Today i'm feeling really great and am sooooo happy I decided to do it this way. It's hard for sure....but reading everyone's posts has helped more then anyone would know. So I definately wanna thank everyone who has posted with good or bad news. Amazingly it helps to hear both. My original plan was to up my cals. I wasn't sure how much but I new I had to, so I set out blindly doing just that. I weighed 149 when I started. After raising them to 1200, I went down to 144. But since then i've been bouncing between 146 and 147. So being at 1800 cals now for almost 2 weeks, i'm kinda wondering what I should do now. I'm 5.4" and weigh 146. I've lost inches since I started and I look better for sure....and feel MUCH better. I'm passed the tired phase, which was a killer and am now in the abundance of energy phase. Which means it's a constant struggle to NOT exercise. I'm off work right now so I have a LOT of time on my hands. I'm thinking I might just add a couple more hundred cals and go to maintenance. Right now i'm at a 15% cut with mod exercise. I weight lift every 3rd day, pushiing myself every workout. Think i'm going to do 2 weeks of maintenance since i'm so close to it anyways, then start cutting. Anyways, just wanna thank EVERYONE for their input and keep struggling along. We'll all reach our goals if we keep on keepin on :bigsmile: :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:0
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