hitting the wall!

NitroS1988
NitroS1988 Posts: 58 Member
in Motivation and Support
Hi all,

So i have been on this site for about 6-7 months and in that time I have lost 31 pounds (14 kg or over 2 stone) but still weigh around 225lbs.

I train about 3-4 times a week, having improved my running to being able to run 5-6k however in the last month I have stopped losing much weight at all.

My diet has not changed that much since i joined MFP as i am eating a hell alot more healthier just need an extra push of what to do..

I use the cross trainer, treadmill, rower, bike and do weights aswell but I want to find new exercises and routines to kick start the weight loss again..

any help would be much appreciated and you are welcome to add me :)

Nitesh

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  • rukcus
    rukcus Posts: 58
    Maybe re-evaluate your basal metabolic rate (using the tools tab) and comparing that value to your caloric intake and try find your differences there. After losing 31 pounds I am sure there will be a significant difference .
  • AmyRhubarb
    AmyRhubarb Posts: 6,890 Member
    Agreed - great job on the weight loss so far, by the way - but likely your caloric needs have changed during that time, as you've lost weight and become more fit.

    I like the tools and info found in this thread: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/654536-in-place-of-a-road-map-2-0-revised-7-2-12

    You can input a bit more info and I think the results are bit more accurate than with MFP's tools. I found all my numbers there and rest my MFP calories manually. It's been a big help - check it out.
  • meggers123
    meggers123 Posts: 711 Member
    If you've been losing consistently until now, maybe your body has become "comfortable" with your calorie intake/use. One idea is to up calories to maintenance for a few weeks (2-4), and then go back to the deficit and trying to lose.

    I did something similar after losing 12kg (took an unintentional 6 month break) and now I've lost 3 kg in the past 2 months working out and tracking my food again.


    I've heard lots of different opinions, and there may be more than one that work, this just seemed to work for me. I'm not a trainer or nutritionist, btw.
  • NitroS1988
    NitroS1988 Posts: 58 Member
    thanks all, funnily enough i have come across that roadmap post and have used the site suggested. It is actually bookmarked. I will try and change the settings and see what calorie intake and BMR figures i come across.

    I may up my intake by a bit and try differnt exercises aswell..changing intensities or activities and see how that plays out..

    Thanks for all your help :)

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