Is it going to work?

JennyVeee
JennyVeee Posts: 4 Member
edited December 2024 in Health and Weight Loss
Ive been doing this for nearly 2 weeks. I've logged everything I eat and all my exercise - I haven't lost a pound!
I've been upped my exercise, a minimum of 30 mins a day of cardio or strength. Added to that I walk everywhere.... I'm logging it on run keeper. What the heck am I doing wrong....
I only want to lose 10lbs - doesn't seem a lot to ask or am I not trying hard enough

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  • Homer3D
    Homer3D Posts: 318
    What is your calorie limit? Are you eating back your exercise calories? I know this might sound counterintuitive, but have you tried to increase your calories? Sometimes not eating enough can hinder your weight lost. Just a thought.
  • WendyTerry420
    WendyTerry420 Posts: 13,274 Member
    Two weeks isn't very long to see if a new diet is working.
  • JacksMom12
    JacksMom12 Posts: 1,044 Member
    The last 10 are the hardest! I've been working on them for over 9 months now...
  • pastryari
    pastryari Posts: 8,646 Member
    We can't see your diary so we don't know what kind of nutrition you've got going on.
    You could be over-estimating on your exercise cals.
    You could be under-estimating on your food intake.

    But mainly, you only have 10 lbs to lose. That is going to take time. The less you have to lose the longer it takes to come off. Have some patience.
  • Capt_Apollo
    Capt_Apollo Posts: 9,026 Member
    without knowing your diet, i'm going to bet that you are most likely not eating enough. you should find your BMR, which you can get if you click on the "tools" tab that is right up there ^ and never eat below that number ever.
  • ggcat
    ggcat Posts: 313 Member
    The last 10 are the hardest! I've been working on them for over 9 months now...

    I've been working on mine for about two months now! I just upped my calories! I feel better and I haven't gained an ounce, so I am hoping to start gaining some muscle and lose the fat!
  • JennyVeee
    JennyVeee Posts: 4 Member
    I've haven't used all the calories I've gained from exercise - that's the confusing bit.....
    I've got a daily target of 1280 and generally have 1350 to 1450
  • Growtinymusclesgrow
    Growtinymusclesgrow Posts: 152 Member
    Ive been doing this for nearly 2 weeks. I've logged everything I eat and all my exercise - I haven't lost a pound!
    I've been upped my exercise, a minimum of 30 mins a day of cardio or strength. Added to that I walk everywhere.... I'm logging it on run keeper. What the heck am I doing wrong....
    I only want to lose 10lbs - doesn't seem a lot to ask or am I not trying hard enough

    Patient...it comes off slower than it goes on. What are you eating? If you are real heavy to begin with, you will find that it is even harder to come off. Also, I would suggest strength training with cardio. Do your strength training and follow that up with a round of HIIT cardio. Also are you taking a multivitamin? If not, I would definitely incorporate that into your daily routine.
  • LorinaLynn
    LorinaLynn Posts: 13,247 Member
    If you think you have 10 pounds to lose, it's best to toss the scale out the frickin' window and go by measurements, how clothes fit, and most importantly, progress photos. Especially if you're strength training.
  • JennyVeee
    JennyVeee Posts: 4 Member
    without knowing your diet, i'm going to bet that you are most likely not eating enough. you should find your BMR, which you can get if you click on the "tools" tab that is right up there ^ and never eat below that number ever.
    Hopefully it's up there now for all to see : )
    I am such a newbie : )
  • JennyVeee
    JennyVeee Posts: 4 Member
    If you think you have 10 pounds to lose, it's best to toss the scale out the frickin' window and go by measurements, how clothes fit, and most importantly, progress photos. Especially if you're strength training.

    I like the sound of this : )
    *scampers off to do press ups n stuff*
  • Marie31450
    Marie31450 Posts: 96 Member
    Make sure you're drinking plenty of water and track your sodium
  • sportyredhead01
    sportyredhead01 Posts: 482 Member
    Don't worry! I had 12 pounds to lose and it took me nearly 8 months to get rid of it. Slow and steady.
    Physically, I don't look a whole lot different (slightly less fluffy maybe, thinner face) but I did drop a pant size. :happy:

    I'm aiming for 6-7 more lbs. which I know is going to be extremely tough.

    Don't let the scale drive you crazy. Also make sure you're not eating too few calories. I upped my calories from around 1350 to 1700ish and started losing again when I got stuck.

    Add me if you like. :happy:
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