Hi Loves! 40 lb. in 5 mnths or less. Possible?

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  • Mtleiker
    Mtleiker Posts: 160
    People come here for motivation and help. If ur going to make mockery don't comment. It's mean and some people truly get hurt.
  • RWonka5
    RWonka5 Posts: 3 Member
    I started on January 10, 2013. I have lost 29 pounds which includes 9 inches off my hips, 8 inches off my waist and 5 inches off each thigh. I am on a healthy (lots of veggies, fish, chicken and turkey with little beef and NO soda) 1200-1300 calorie diet. However, I give myself a little wiggle room to cheat so that I won't break down and binge. I'm walking/jogging six miles a day on my treadmill, and not much else. I started out weighing 201.2 pounds. I'm 5' 4" and 40 years old.

    Anything is possible if you set your mind to it, and it doesn't have to feel like you're depriving yourself. Good Luck in your journey!!
  • Sjenny5891
    Sjenny5891 Posts: 717 Member
    :flowerforyou: Hey guys, I'm new to this fitness thing and I'd really appreciate some friends to help keep me motivated. I have lived a very traumatizing life, but now I feel that it is time to get over everything, stop feeling sorry for myself and work my *kitten* off! What am I working towards, you might ask? To feel, look and be the best possible me! I really believe diet and exercise has slowly caused the rejuvenation of my body and mind. I feel more happy in the short time that I have been working out then I have for years.

    I am not ashamed to admit it! After pregnancy I weigh 201 lb. I am 5"7 1/2 in. My measurements are 38-31-47.
    My ideal weight and measurements would be 150 lb. and at 38-23-39. I love my *kitten* and so does my boyfriend so I want to keep as much as possible while still being able to wear short skirts, dresses and shorts without everything hanging out! Marilyn Monroe's measurements are 36-23-35 and Kim Kardashians are 34-26-39. My goal is sort of a stolen mixture of Marilyn's waist and Kim's booty. (:

    The way I am going about this is cardio, cardio cardio! 45-60 minutes of elliptical or treadmill about 5 days a week. Along with about 20-30 minutes of weight training about 3 days a week. I also "Zumba" in my room sometimes! Lol. My hubby and I go every weekend to our wild life refuge and climb rocks while we are there. Add in some crunches and a couple of free exercises about 3-4 days a week and that's it. I have not weighed myself since I have started last month on the 22 so my weight may be less than 201! Hopefully!

    As for my diet, I have been drinking plenty of water each day and eating as healthily as possible. I am unsure of how the whole calorie deficit bs works so if anyone feels they are able to make me understand I'd love the help! Idk if you are able to view my food diary but what I ate yesterday seemed to be good with how many calories I burned yesterday. I have been adding plenty of fiber, fruits, some veggies :p, lean protein to my diet and have completely quit all soda, juice and sweets! Feels amazing, btw. But the reason I am unsure of myself is that I dont really see much difference in the mirror. Why is it taking so long!? Am I doing the right things? Help me please!

    Love Always,
    Porche :heart:

    I am 5'3". I weighed 190 pounds after delivering my youngest.
    MFP set me at 1200 calories a day, but breastfeeding burned 600 calories a day.... add 300 a day for exercise= around 2,100 calories a day

    I honestly didn't see the diference in the mirror either. We didn't have a scale so I based my success on how my clothes fit.
    I wish I could be as active as you are. That is going to make a diference. Just remember to Overestimate the food you eat ( it is easy to over do it when you are guessing on serving sizes- especially when the lable says " about 12 pieces") and Underestimate the exercise. Don't forget to log the drinks... You wouldn't believe how many calories you get drinking pop each day.

    If you have any questions, send a message. I'd be glad to help if I can.

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