Please look at my diary

gaylynn35
gaylynn35 Posts: 854 Member
in Health and Weight Loss
Okay, I think I have hit a slump. I exercise almost everyday, try to eat the right foods.

I have only lost 11 pounds in 60 days. I have it set to lose 2 pounds per week, which I am okay if I don't lose 2 pounds per week. I would at least like to lose a pound a week.

Can someone look at my diary and tell me what if anything I am doing wrong.

Thank you in advance.
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  • kls13la
    kls13la Posts: 380 Member
    You are losing over a pound a week. (60 days / 7 days per week is 8 1/2 weeks. You have lost 11 pounds.) That's great progress. Why do you think you are doing something wrong?
  • gaylynn35
    gaylynn35 Posts: 854 Member
    I don't know, it just seems like I am not losing as much as I should be. I see other people on here losing a lot more in a lot less time.
  • JesterMFP
    JesterMFP Posts: 3,596 Member
    11 lbs in 60 days sounds absolutely fine to me and does not indicate that you're doing anything "wrong". That said, a quick glance at your diary tells me you're under-eating most (or all?) days.
  • JesterMFP
    JesterMFP Posts: 3,596 Member
    I don't know, it just seems like I am not losing as much as I should be. I see other people on here losing a lot more in a lot less time.
    Try not to compare yourself to other people. Everyone loses at a different rate and there are plenty of people who are losing slower than you. Also, a lot of the ones who are losing more quickly may have a lot more to lose than you anyway, so they will lose it quicker.
  • bbydl64
    bbydl64 Posts: 30 Member
    It looks like you are not eating enough to me also. Snack on healthy foods every 2 hours. Drink water.
  • FitSlimHappy
    FitSlimHappy Posts: 54
    Try not to compare yourself to other people. Everyone loses at a different rate and there are plenty of people who are losing slower than you. Also, a lot of the ones who are losing more quickly may have a lot more to lose than you anyway, so they will lose it quicker.

    Couldn't agree more with this. You need to focus on yourself when it comes to losing and not be concerned with how much everyone else it losing as of course everyone is different! :)
    So far you've been doing amazing so I personally don't see any reason to be concerned, but! if you do feel like your getting into a rut, just try new foods/exercises and try to just jazz things up so things don't get boring for you! Best of luck! :)
  • wahmx3
    wahmx3 Posts: 633 Member
    You are not eating enough almost every day and that alone will hinder weight loss. Here are some suggestions.... eat more, drink more water, fewer treats, get rid of your coke zero or at least cut back, and watch your light yogurt (how is it sweetened?).
  • ljc73
    ljc73 Posts: 35 Member
    11 pounds in 60 days is great! You are losing more than a pound a week at that rate.

    I have been averaging about 4 - 5 pounds a month and though frustrating at times, I know it's the healthy way to lose.
  • felicia_s
    felicia_s Posts: 47
    In my opinion you are eating way too few calories. Also way too few grams of protein. You need to up your protein to probably 90 per day and that will up your calories as well. Working out every day like you day (you should really take one rest day per week), you would need to consume more than likely 1700 to 1800 calories per day.

    Good luck!

    Felicia
  • EvaB93
    EvaB93 Posts: 101
    I don't know, it just seems like I am not losing as much as I should be. I see other people on here losing a lot more in a lot less time.

    I noticed alot of people are doing it the Unhealthy way, like under 800 calories per day. Or they eat right and exercise WAY to much.
    I think your doing just fine, you should try to drink more water though !
  • OK_Girl
    OK_Girl Posts: 123 Member
    Just a quick glance over the past few days- have you considered tracking how much sugar you are eating? Sugar and even diet coke, play havoc with your insulin levels. I didn't see any fruit on the days I checked. If I were to make any suggestion, I would eat a little more fruit with natural sugars, like apples and grapes- and less processed foods. I know they are high in fiber- but consider making that swap and leaning to wards more unprocessed foods. I know that preservatives and salt, and the more processed something is (cookies, bars, etc ) even granola bars- make me retain water. I hope that sounded supportive and not critical.
  • gaylynn35
    gaylynn35 Posts: 854 Member
    Thanks for all of the help. I will try to eat more. I drink at least 8 glasses of water a day, although I don't always log it.
  • Keiko385
    Keiko385 Posts: 514 Member
    I've been here almost 90 days and have only lost 16 lbs, slow and steady is what it is gonna be for me frustrating I know, but I will take it as I know it will stay off this way. Dont try to judge yourself by what others are doing, just make the choices that work for you and stick with them.
  • gaylynn35
    gaylynn35 Posts: 854 Member
    Just a quick glance over the past few days- have you considered tracking how much sugar you are eating? Sugar and even diet coke, play havoc with your insulin levels. I didn't see any fruit on the days I checked. If I were to make any suggestion, I would eat a little more fruit with natural sugars, like apples and grapes- and less processed foods. I know they are high in fiber- but consider making that swap and leaning to wards more unprocessed foods. I know that preservatives and salt, and the more processed something is (cookies, bars, etc ) even granola bars- make me retain water. I hope that sounded supportive and not critical.

    Thank you, No it doesn't sound critical. I would not have asked for help if I didn't want to hear it.
  • gaylynn35
    gaylynn35 Posts: 854 Member
    Just a quick glance over the past few days- have you considered tracking how much sugar you are eating? Sugar and even diet coke, play havoc with your insulin levels. I didn't see any fruit on the days I checked. If I were to make any suggestion, I would eat a little more fruit with natural sugars, like apples and grapes- and less processed foods. I know they are high in fiber- but consider making that swap and leaning to wards more unprocessed foods. I know that preservatives and salt, and the more processed something is (cookies, bars, etc ) even granola bars- make me retain water. I hope that sounded supportive and not critical.

    I have cut back on the fruit a bit. I will get some more the next time I go to the store. I did have cantaloupe today and yesterday.
    I also had grapes and apples last week. I will track the sugar instead of sodium, since I seem to be doing fine on sodium.

    Thanks for your help.
  • Earthshine
    Earthshine Posts: 18 Member
    I think you're doing great! 11 lbs. is nothing to sneeze at. I peeked at your diary, have you thought of cutting your carbs down? Not out, just down. Try snacking on protien only items, instead of things containing carbs. It may help.
  • waveindigo
    waveindigo Posts: 39 Member
    It sounds like you're doing okay, and given your height it doesn't look like you are under eating either, though some days you come in quite a bit lower than you could.
    Your protein levels are really low though, try adding in more lean protein and you might get a better result, and you'll loose at a better fat/muscle ration too
  • amnsetie
    amnsetie Posts: 666 Member
    You are set to 2lbs a week and still undereating that goal? I wouldn't.

    and other peeps are not what to go by, some are doing it under a doctor, some have different starting weights, some are doing it in an unsustainable way.
    If you lose slowly you won't balloon when you try to go maintenance.
  • jlgregory13
    jlgregory13 Posts: 83 Member
    I was doing 1200 a day for 2 months and lost about the same amount as you. Just this week i upped my calorie intake to 1600 and am seeing amazing results. Maybe you should just put your settings at 1 lb a week instead and eat a few more calories a day.
  • Cerebrus189
    Cerebrus189 Posts: 315 Member
    Cut your carbs drastically, getting carbs from veggies and fruit (sparingly, like a serving of low-glycemic fruit once a day). Just my two cents on what has worked for me.
  • nixism
    nixism Posts: 258 Member
    Had a little look at some random days and you don't seem to eat alot of fresh food, ie veges... most days you only had a token item like "tomato" or something... which really isn't "healthy choices" in my opinion...

    1pd a week is still a loss and it's also being lost at a rate that will help allow you to keep it off, which is really important.

    Goodluck with your journey.
  • OK_Girl
    OK_Girl Posts: 123 Member
    I was doing 1200 a day for 2 months and lost about the same amount as you. Just this week i upped my calorie intake to 1600 and am seeing amazing results. Maybe you should just put your settings at 1 lb a week instead and eat a few more calories a day.

    I agree with this! Also, with the eating more protein. But I also think you are doing really well.
  • atiena23
    atiena23 Posts: 17
    Im just strarting yet again but i think your eating too many low calorie but sugary treats(carbsssssss) . I didnt see anything with veggies or fruit(natural sugar) . but real talk 11 pounds in 60 days girl i wouldnt be complaining about that.
  • gaylynn35
    gaylynn35 Posts: 854 Member
    I changed my diary settings to show SUGAR instead of sodium, and WOW, I have gone over on sugar many times.

    I will try and watch the sugar intake.

    Thanks to all of you.
  • WandaVonDunajew
    WandaVonDunajew Posts: 183 Member
    Honey, too little protein!!!! You weigh something like 160 now, right? Up the protein to 120 at least, lower your carbs, exclude the simple ones and dont worry about the sugar if it comes from fruit and veg. If it comes from anything else, DO worry, thats not good. I think 11 lbs is good progress but you need to step it up in terms of nutrition. Eat as clean as possible, dont get too overworked on the little cheats, drink water and get that protein in!!! Good luck to you!
  • gaylynn35
    gaylynn35 Posts: 854 Member
    What can I eat to up my protein?
  • BetterCrazyThanLazy
    BetterCrazyThanLazy Posts: 336
    Cleaning is not something you should be loggin in. I see that you are not eating back your workout calories so it shouldn't be a problem but just in case you were going to - I wouldn't.

    I also think you are losing at a good rate.
  • BetterCrazyThanLazy
    BetterCrazyThanLazy Posts: 336
    What can I eat to up my protein?

    Lean meats, cottage cheese, egg whites.
  • ErinRibbens
    ErinRibbens Posts: 370 Member
    Honey, too little protein!!!! You weigh something like 160 now, right? Up the protein to 120 at least, lower your carbs, exclude the simple ones and dont worry about the sugar if it comes from fruit and veg. If it comes from anything else, DO worry, thats not good. I think 11 lbs is good progress but you need to step it up in terms of nutrition. Eat as clean as possible, dont get too overworked on the little cheats, drink water and get that protein in!!! Good luck to you!

    This! If I ate what you ate I would be starving all the time. I weigh 123 and try to eat at least that many grams of protein a day. It helps keep me from sugar "highs" and lows.

    I do one protein shake after my workout, otherwise get my protein from eggs (the whole egg- lots of nutrition in those yolks) meat, nuts, and dairy.

    I don't worry about sugar from dairy (unsweetened dairy that is) or fruits or whole grains.

    You are doing well in the weight loss department though. I lost only 1/2 lb a week average but it really adds up after awhile. :) Remember when you are short too, you won't lose as fast as some of the big guys or gals.
  • gaylynn35
    gaylynn35 Posts: 854 Member
    What can I eat to up my protein?

    Lean meats, cottage cheese, egg whites.

    I have my settings set to sedentary, so I log my house cleaning. I am a stay at home mom. I don't eat those calories back though.

    Thanks for the info on the protein.

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