Trying to psych myself up to break a plateau! Pic Heavy!

MommyRobin
MommyRobin Posts: 584 Member
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I'm 5'5" started my journey Sept. 2011. I'm stuck at 137 for 5 months or so now.
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  • vickiaf
    vickiaf Posts: 59 Member
    I just wanted to say I don't know how much more you want to lose but you look fantastic! Well done x
  • Apresner
    Apresner Posts: 32
    I've been stuck for a while now. I started reducing my carbs and now the scale is moving again. Hang in there. You look amazing!
  • 10manda86
    10manda86 Posts: 229 Member
    agree with the above posters... you look fantastic :D you should be very proud
  • MommyRobin
    MommyRobin Posts: 584 Member
    I just wanted to say I don't know how much more you want to lose but you look fantastic! Well done x

    Thanks! I just want to get to the original goal I set for myself, 135. 130 would be awesome, but I want to get to 135 just to say I reached goal! lol.
  • MommyRobin
    MommyRobin Posts: 584 Member
    I've been stuck for a while now. I started reducing my carbs and now the scale is moving again. Hang in there. You look amazing!

    Thank you! I have tried changing up workouts, carbs, sleep habits. you name it. I think my body is happy where it is. I am, too. Just want to hit that # and tighten up. And not let the holidays take over and gain anything!
  • MommyRobin
    MommyRobin Posts: 584 Member
    agree with the above posters... you look fantastic :D you should be very proud


    Thanks so much! I am proud of my accomplishments. I share my journey with anyone who asks. I just want to be able to say I hit goal.
  • Apresner
    Apresner Posts: 32
    You can do it! Some days I just want to throw out my scale. I feel like at this point in the game it isn't needed, and just makes me crazy. You know you are taking care of your body.
  • KatyE213
    KatyE213 Posts: 447 Member
    Wow, what a difference, you look great. Well done :smile:
  • MommyRobin
    MommyRobin Posts: 584 Member
    Wow, what a difference, you look great. Well done :smile:

    Thanks! :smile:
  • AntWrig
    AntWrig Posts: 2,273 Member
    Exactly what plateau?
  • brittuhnay
    brittuhnay Posts: 350 Member
    wow.. you look SO amazing! awesome job! :D
  • anjoneill
    anjoneill Posts: 98 Member
    You look amazing at the weight you currently are so do not get too hung up on the last few pounds.
  • mzgafford
    mzgafford Posts: 42 Member
    agree with the above posters... you look fantastic :D you should be very proud
  • MommyRobin
    MommyRobin Posts: 584 Member
    Exactly what plateau?

    I have been stuck at 137 since June or July. I am only a few lbs. from goal. I run 3 miles a day, HIIT 5 times a week, and elliptical on days I just want an extra burn or if the weather is bad for running. I eat 1400-1500 calories a day.
  • MommyRobin
    MommyRobin Posts: 584 Member
    wow.. you look SO amazing! awesome job! :D
    Thank you! :smile:
  • IkirPaulson
    IkirPaulson Posts: 40 Member
    First of all, congrats on your success! Secondly, busting a plateau is an issue everyone faces. I am trying to get through it right now and turned to my sister-in-law who herself busted a lifetime plateau. After kids she went below her lowest pre-baby weight. She said jogging with weights and increasing her running speed has helped her in the past. If you don't run, now would be a good time to start. If you do, pick up the pace or do interval training. Oh, and like other posters said: cut more refined carbs out!
  • b1delane
    b1delane Posts: 261 Member
    STRENGTH TRAINING...pick up the weights gurlie! I started weight training when I was stuck and I managed to lose 4lbs plus my arms, legs, and bootay are becoming more defined. Some times our bodies get tired of the same ole thing!
    BTW I eat more carbs now than before and I still lost weight
  • spacefairy89
    spacefairy89 Posts: 4
    Wow you have done so well!, congrats
  • DannyB4
    DannyB4 Posts: 14 Member
    An amazing difference can be seen. Congratulations on what you have accomplished so far.
  • bdtyson77302
    bdtyson77302 Posts: 86 Member
    Not sure what your goal is but you look really incredible.
  • srob98
    srob98 Posts: 41 Member
    WOW! You look amazing! And I looooove that purple dress!
  • AntWrig
    AntWrig Posts: 2,273 Member
    Exactly what plateau?

    I have been stuck at 137 since June or July. I am only a few lbs. from goal. I run 3 miles a day, HIIT 5 times a week, and elliptical on days I just want an extra burn or if the weather is bad for running. I eat 1400-1500 calories a day.
    Stop doing the HIIT or eat more than 1500 calories a day.
  • mockchoc
    mockchoc Posts: 6,573 Member
    Yes you would be way more than 1500 calories needed if you are that close to goal. You should only be eating 10% below TDEE to lose that last little bit not more.
  • shella_bella
    shella_bella Posts: 180
    amazing work!!!
  • joeysox
    joeysox Posts: 195 Member
    wow you look so different! when i first saw the pics i thought wow..showed my husband and he said its like a family resemblance doesnt quite look the same he says the last pic looks like you could be your own daughter lol x
  • Articeluvsmemphis
    Articeluvsmemphis Posts: 1,987 Member
    Exactly what plateau?

    I have been stuck at 137 since June or July. I am only a few lbs. from goal. I run 3 miles a day, HIIT 5 times a week, and elliptical on days I just want an extra burn or if the weather is bad for running. I eat 1400-1500 calories a day.
    Stop doing the HIIT or eat more than 1500 calories a day.

    Was waiting for that advice. Strength training would be beneficial for you as well.
  • strawberrytoast
    strawberrytoast Posts: 711 Member
    You look a lot younger and very glamourous in the purple dress. Great work :)
  • lynnie_1
    lynnie_1 Posts: 87 Member
    This is crazy! You look so much younger! Great job! You dont even look like the same person!
  • Erica262
    Erica262 Posts: 226 Member
    Are you Benjamin Button? It looks like you aged backwards! Great job! As other posters have said, pick up some weights! Switch up your work out routine to break that plateau.
  • Mamasota
    Mamasota Posts: 144
    If you never get off the plateau and just stay where you are - you are in a great place. I hope you reach your goal without obsessing about it or letting the lack of progress throw you off track (been there, done that).

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