aw man how come I haven't lost anything?

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  • MoreBean13
    MoreBean13 Posts: 8,701 Member
    A week is really not enough time to even determine if something is off. Don't worry about it yet- keep on keepin' on. Fat loss takes time. 70+% of the weight loss people see in the first couple weeks is water weight- It just means for whatever reason you didn't flush as much water as some other people who put up big numbers in the first week. Open your diary if you want more constructive criticism.

    It is open.

    Thanks.

    OP- You're not eating enough. Try following the plan outlined here:
    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/682138-in-place-of-a-road-map-2-0-revised-7-2-12

    There are long term consequences to undereating, and none of them are good. Since you're only a week in to this, you're in a good place to reset your goals before any damage is done. Good luck, and enjoy eating more!
  • anjoneill
    anjoneill Posts: 98 Member
    You are not eating enough calories. I have looked at your diary and you are eating less than £1,000 calories at day. You should not eat any less than 1,200 per day and preferably you should eat to your BMR which is usually around the 1300-1500 mark depending on your height and current weight.

    Your body is likely to be hanging on to what it has as it does not know when you will feed it properly again.
  • Julicat6
    Julicat6 Posts: 231 Member
    thanks everyone got it .....be patient, stick to the plan, carbs are my enemy got it... :-)

    I didn't see anyone say a word about carbs being the enemy. I saw water suggested and tracking sodium:wink: I'm losing pretty fast and I eat what many people consider too many carbs, but it works for me. The Big advice is Be Patient. One of my friends started MFP and Zumba with me and didn't lose for the first 3 weeks, then BAM..down 5 lbs, then consistently 1-2 each week since. Keep at it and it will start to work.
  • Doodlewhopper
    Doodlewhopper Posts: 1,018 Member
    Drink enough water to keep your urine clear.

    I dont think youre eating enough. Gotta fuel your body or it will go into famine mode & hoard fat.

    Carbs are part of a healthy & balanced diet.

    Are you lifting? Often, due to increased muscle growth, you will not see a weight loss but will notice a loss of inches.

    Set your MFP goal to no more than a 2 lb per week loss. (1 lb is best)

    Eat 5 - 6 times a day. (best plan to follow)

    Carb info:

    http://www.livestrong.com/article/133227-what-are-3-types-carbohydrates/

    http://www.cdc.gov/nutrition/everyone/basics/carbs.html

    And the most hated words in my vocabulary.....patience.
  • Robin_Bin
    Robin_Bin Posts: 1,046 Member
    Weight loss is not linear and can be impacted by water weight as has already been mentioned. Water weight fluctuations can hide 'real' weight loss.

    You should eat try to eat to your calorie level however, not below 1,000. Being less restrictive will help adherence, the ability to get enough protein and fat as well as micronutrients, be less likely to cause hormonal imbalances and will give you a better chance of losing less LBM.

    ^this

    For me, in addition to water and being near the MFP caloric recommendations, watching to make sure I get enough fiber (a bit above MFP guidelines) is also very helpful. And for women, menstrual cycles will also cause some monthly adjustments.

    For some people the first weeks are the fastest weight loss; for others the start-up is slow.

    Others have made good suggestions, including links. I've also collected some "start-up" information and links at http://www.myfitnesspal.com/blog/Robin_Bin/view/how-to-use-myfitnesspal-427993
  • TastesLikeChicken
    TastesLikeChicken Posts: 32 Member
    Don't be fixated on the scale. Muscle does weigh more than fat and burns more calories. Just stick with your plan, and you will see the progress come. You also just survived thanksgiving with no wt gain. Sounds like a success to me.
    You go girl!
  • foleyshirley
    foleyshirley Posts: 1,043 Member
    A week is really not enough time to even determine if something is off. Don't worry about it yet- keep on keepin' on. Fat loss takes time. 70+% of the weight loss people see in the first couple weeks is water weight- It just means for whatever reason you didn't flush as much water as some other people who put up big numbers in the first week. Open your diary if you want more constructive criticism.

    It is open.



    Thanks.

    OP- You're not eating enough. Try following the plan outlined here:
    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/682138-in-place-of-a-road-map-2-0-revised-7-2-12

    There are long term consequences to undereating, and none of them are good. Since you're only a week in to this, you're in a good place to reset your goals before any damage is done. Good luck, and enjoy eating more!

    This is a great thread she posted for you. It has some great info.

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