Help :(
journeytocaitlin
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So Im in week 4 of jillian michaels 90 day body revolution. I do extra cardio on the elliptical after every DVD workout I do. I've been eating back around half of what I burn. My scale refuses to budge though! I dropped a few pounds initially and now it's just hovering up and down around .4-.6 pounds every day. It's really frustrating. I don't known if its cause of muscle growth or what. Just wanted to know if this is normal with this 90 day program. Thanks.
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It's not muscle growth as you are in a calorie deficit. Doesn't that program come with a calorie calculator? BTW, what are your stats (height, weight, age)?
On a side note, you should probably drop some carbs and add some protein.0 -
have you measured your inches??0
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My guess would be your numbers are off and you are now eating close to maintenance. Try reducing your intake by 200 calories for a week or two and see if that helps.0
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My guess would be your numbers are off and you are now eating close to maintenance. Try reducing your intake by 200 calories for a week or two and see if that helps.
Sounds like this to me too.
Work out a real calorie goal if you don't have one already (or go off the one the program sets you if you want to follow it exactly) and make sure you are weighing all your foods before logging.0 -
My guess would be your numbers are off and you are now eating close to maintenance. Try reducing your intake by 200 calories for a week or two and see if that helps.
Sounds like this to me too.
Work out a real calorie goal if you don't have one already (or go off the one the program sets you if you want to follow it exactly) and make sure you are weighing all your foods before logging.
She's on 1200 cals/day, she should not reduce. What she should do is ensure that her cals in are actually correct by weighing solid foods and measuring liquids.0 -
How many calories are you eating? Are you taking measurements? I am having a similar plateau and similar exercise routine (30 day shred with rollerblading/stationary bike after) I lost tons initially while netting 1200 but then stopped losing for 2 months. Everything I read tells me to up my calories. I'm curious what people think about this too!0
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I'm 5'10 and hovering around 197-198. Before I started this program I was eating 1200 a day....but then everyone says you should eat back some calories if you burn a decent amount. I might try hitting around 1300 instead of the 1500 I've been doing the past couple weeks and see if it helps.0
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My guess would be your numbers are off and you are now eating close to maintenance. Try reducing your intake by 200 calories for a week or two and see if that helps.
Sounds like this to me too.
Work out a real calorie goal if you don't have one already (or go off the one the program sets you if you want to follow it exactly) and make sure you are weighing all your foods before logging.
She's on 1200 cals/day, she should not reduce. What she should do is ensure that her cals in are actually correct by weighing solid foods and measuring liquids.
She should also create a more sustainable calorie goal so she doesn't feel deprived. Change your goal to 1lb a week and change your activity level to lightly active at the least.
MFP doesn't do that great of a job describing the activity levels. Sedentary means you literally sit all day long. You never walk a dog. Chase after kids. Do housework. Walk more than to and from the car. Lightly active is where a lot of people fit into.
You have less than 50lbs to go, you can decrease your lbs/week lost goal to 1lb. The less weight you have the lose, the slower it will come off. 2lbs/week is more appropriate for someone with 75+ lbs to lose.0 -
Did MFP put you at 1200 or did you do that? If you did, maybe try using the MFP default? Make the settings for 2lb/wk loss and I bet MFP will allow for more cals/day. You seem to be working out a lot so you may be retaining a lot of water since you're building muscle. Try increasing your water intake maybe? It's definitely not due to lack of your hard work
I would choose one variable and change it... if that doesn't work then change another one. Good luck! 0 -
Reevaluate what you are eating as far as calories in, and what actual foods you are eating. If there is still a lot of sugar in your diet, that could be a cause.0
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You are eating to many processed foods ect... You need to eat more lean protein, complex carbs, healthy fats.. You cannot out train a bad diet. Your body reflects what you put into it, Try switching up you food, and I am sure you will see results then, I eat over 100 grams of protein a day..0
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I'm 5'10 and hovering around 197-198. Before I started this program I was eating 1200 a day....but then everyone says you should eat back some calories if you burn a decent amount. I might try hitting around 1300 instead of the 1500 I've been doing the past couple weeks and see if it helps.
I would suggest you are under eating. Based on your stats and exercise routine, I would suggest 1900 calories would be better. I would also add more protein and less carbs. You are tall and young, two major things that require some extra calories.0 -
Everyone has given you some sound advice. Do you have a food scale? If not, get one. You might be eating more than you think if you aren't measuring everything. Check out the group Eat, Train, Progress and read the stickies, GREAT info and moderated by some great people!0
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I'm 5'10 and hovering around 197-198. Before I started this program I was eating 1200 a day....but then everyone says you should eat back some calories if you burn a decent amount. I might try hitting around 1300 instead of the 1500 I've been doing the past couple weeks and see if it helps.
I would suggest you are under eating. Based on your stats and exercise routine, I would suggest 1900 calories would be better. I would also add more protein and less carbs. You are tall and young, two major things that require some extra calories.
The thought of eating 1900 calories TERRIFIES me. I have some people telling me to eat 200-300 less and others saying eat 200-300 more. Ahhhhh lol.
I updated my my profile to lightly active and it bumped up my calories to around 1300 ish. I know I can lose 2 pounds a week because I've done it before also around this weight and it hasn't been a problem. I'm thinking I may need to start drinking a protein shake too maybe after workouts.0 -
I actually went from netting 1200 calories to 1600 this week, which is terrifying. I haven't noticed the scale go up yet but am expecting it too. I might up them again to 1800 and then go back down to 1600 gradually. MFP set me at 1200 and I did so until it stopped working. After more research it sounds like we are both probably in starvation mode and storing fat. I am worried I have completely damaged my metabolism by eating so little for almost a year. You are also much taller than me and may require even more calories. I am only 5'4".0
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Four weeks.
Daily weighings.
Have some patience. It's normal to see daily weight fluctuations. Consider weighing yourself weekly.
If you are getting upset/discouraged four weeks into a new program, you might want to look at perspective, long term goals, etc.0 -
The thought of eating 1900 calories TERRIFIES me. I have some people telling me to eat 200-300 less and others saying eat 200-300 more. Ahhhhh lol.
I updated my my profile to lightly active and it bumped up my calories to around 1300 ish. I know I can lose 2 pounds a week because I've done it before also around this weight and it hasn't been a problem. I'm thinking I may need to start drinking a protein shake too maybe after workouts.
Not trying to be rude but what worked before wasn't sustainable was it? You're here because what you've tried in the past wasn't working for the long term.0 -
I'm 5'10 and hovering around 197-198. Before I started this program I was eating 1200 a day....but then everyone says you should eat back some calories if you burn a decent amount. I might try hitting around 1300 instead of the 1500 I've been doing the past couple weeks and see if it helps.
I would suggest you are under eating. Based on your stats and exercise routine, I would suggest 1900 calories would be better. I would also add more protein and less carbs. You are tall and young, two major things that require some extra calories.
The thought of eating 1900 calories TERRIFIES me. I have some people telling me to eat 200-300 less and others saying eat 200-300 more. Ahhhhh lol.
I updated my my profile to lightly active and it bumped up my calories to around 1300 ish. I know I can lose 2 pounds a week because I've done it before also around this weight and it hasn't been a problem. I'm thinking I may need to start drinking a protein shake too maybe after workouts.
Sure you can lose 2 lbs a week, but you will be losing muscle and fat, not just fat. You want to optimize fat loss and minimize muscle loss. The less muscle you lose, the less weight you need to lose to get fit. But if you want to be flabby, just have a huge deficit. I am guy, about the same stats as you, and I lose at 2500-2700 calories and workout about the same.
Why does 1900 calories scare you? I know 50 yr old woman exercising as much as you and eating 1700 and losing. If you want more validation, here is a thread with over 500 post about women eating 1800 + calories.
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/506349-women-who-eat-more-than-1800-calories-a-day0 -
The thought of eating 1900 calories TERRIFIES me. I have some people telling me to eat 200-300 less and others saying eat 200-300 more. Ahhhhh lol.
I updated my my profile to lightly active and it bumped up my calories to around 1300 ish. I know I can lose 2 pounds a week because I've done it before also around this weight and it hasn't been a problem. I'm thinking I may need to start drinking a protein shake too maybe after workouts.
Not trying to be rude but what worked before wasn't sustainable was it? You're here because what you've tried in the past wasn't working for the long term.
That's true. I guess I look at it differently since I know why I gained so much weight as I was going through a lot of changes in my life and just not being happy. I don't HAVE to lose 2 a week, I'm happy to lose anything as long as I'm losing I guess
I look at my body and I can see some changes, there's just something about seeing that number on the scale that really gets in your head.0 -
What if you complete the 90-day Body Revolution program because you enjoy it? Because it gives you energy? Because you can set a goal and achieve it?I'm 5'10 and hovering around 197-198. Before I started this program I was eating 1200 a day....but then everyone says you should eat back some calories if you burn a decent amount. I might try hitting around 1300 instead of the 1500 I've been doing the past couple weeks and see if it helps.
I would suggest you are under eating. Based on your stats and exercise routine, I would suggest 1900 calories would be better. I would also add more protein and less carbs. You are tall and young, two major things that require some extra calories.
The thought of eating 1900 calories TERRIFIES me. I have some people telling me to eat 200-300 less and others saying eat 200-300 more. Ahhhhh lol.
I updated my my profile to lightly active and it bumped up my calories to around 1300 ish. I know I can lose 2 pounds a week because I've done it before also around this weight and it hasn't been a problem. I'm thinking I may need to start drinking a protein shake too maybe after workouts.
Then, after those 90 days, assess your progress. Make changes then. If you start making changes every week - or even every four weeks - you aren't likely giving your body time to adjust to the changes you are making. You end up chasing this elusive "right program" or "right diet" and it can be crazy-making.
What if you finished the program and didn't weigh yourself until you are done?0 -
Check out this podcast, it convinced me and I was in pure denial, thinking i needed to lower my intake and exercise more.
http://www.fat2fitradio.com/media/podcasts/f2f83.mp30 -
I'm 5'10 and hovering around 197-198. Before I started this program I was eating 1200 a day....but then everyone says you should eat back some calories if you burn a decent amount. I might try hitting around 1300 instead of the 1500 I've been doing the past couple weeks and see if it helps.
I would suggest you are under eating. Based on your stats and exercise routine, I would suggest 1900 calories would be better. I would also add more protein and less carbs. You are tall and young, two major things that require some extra calories.
The thought of eating 1900 calories TERRIFIES me. I have some people telling me to eat 200-300 less and others saying eat 200-300 more. Ahhhhh lol.
I updated my my profile to lightly active and it bumped up my calories to around 1300 ish. I know I can lose 2 pounds a week because I've done it before also around this weight and it hasn't been a problem. I'm thinking I may need to start drinking a protein shake too maybe after workouts.
Sure you can lose 2 lbs a week, but you will be losing muscle and fat, not just fat. You want to optimize fat loss and minimize muscle loss. The less muscle you lose, the less weight you need to lose to get fit. But if you want to be flabby, just have a huge deficit. I am guy, about the same stats as you, and I lose at 2500-2700 calories and workout about the same.
Why does 1900 calories scare you? I know 50 yr old woman exercising as much as you and eating 1700 and losing. If you want more validation, here is a thread with over 500 post about women eating 1800 + calories.
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/506349-women-who-eat-more-than-1800-calories-a-day
This thread is AWESOME. Thank you. I guess it scares me because 1200 has been beatin into my head so much. I just need to change my mindset and just do it.0 -
I will add that I am 5'4", 23yo. I started at the end of January at 180lbs. I ate at or under 1200 calories for about 2 months and lost 20lbs. I wasn't hungry. But I was irritable. I was exhausted. I didn't have any desire for my bf (poor guy). I couldn't concentrate at work or school. I was so tired all the time, but couldn't get a good night's sleep. There are other side effects of not eating enough besides just being hungry. They should scare you more than eating 1900 calories.
I've gradually increased my calories over the last 6-8 weeks, from 1200 to 1400 to 1600 to 1900 this week. I can eat up to 2300 and still lose weight. Women, we are made of some pretty tough stuff. We need to feed ourselves. Enough of this dainty "oh I'll have a salad" crap. EAT!0 -
That's true. I guess I look at it differently since I know why I gained so much weight as I was going through a lot of changes in my life and just not being happy. I don't HAVE to lose 2 a week, I'm happy to lose anything as long as I'm losing I guess
I look at my body and I can see some changes, there's just something about seeing that number on the scale that really gets in your head.
I can definitely understand the power of the scale. But try increasing your calories, ditching the scale for a few weeks, and relying on pictures and measurements?
Take some measurements of yourself today. Take a photo. Then each week, instead of weighing in, do a photo and measurements.0 -
What if you complete the 90-day Body Revolution program because you enjoy it? Because it gives you energy? Because you can set a goal and achieve it?I'm 5'10 and hovering around 197-198. Before I started this program I was eating 1200 a day....but then everyone says you should eat back some calories if you burn a decent amount. I might try hitting around 1300 instead of the 1500 I've been doing the past couple weeks and see if it helps.
I would suggest you are under eating. Based on your stats and exercise routine, I would suggest 1900 calories would be better. I would also add more protein and less carbs. You are tall and young, two major things that require some extra calories.
The thought of eating 1900 calories TERRIFIES me. I have some people telling me to eat 200-300 less and others saying eat 200-300 more. Ahhhhh lol.
I updated my my profile to lightly active and it bumped up my calories to around 1300 ish. I know I can lose 2 pounds a week because I've done it before also around this weight and it hasn't been a problem. I'm thinking I may need to start drinking a protein shake too maybe after workouts.
Then, after those 90 days, assess your progress. Make changes then. If you start making changes every week - or even every four weeks - you aren't likely giving your body time to adjust to the changes you are making. You end up chasing this elusive "right program" or "right diet" and it can be crazy-making.
What if you finished the program and didn't weigh yourself until you are done?
I do really enjoy the program. I feel so much stronger and feel great after the workouts(although a little sore lol) I'm gonna try to just start weighing myself weekly again so I don't drive myself crazy again.0 -
I'm female, age 50 and 5'6. I eat 1800 a day to lose. Someone more than half my age, and taller, should easily be able to eat more than that.0
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Look, you are losing weight. You are being successful. Revel in that fact. Seriously. Realize it. You are a success. You may not be finished. But you are successful.That's true. I guess I look at it differently since I know why I gained so much weight as I was going through a lot of changes in my life and just not being happy. I don't HAVE to lose 2 a week, I'm happy to lose anything as long as I'm losing I guess
I look at my body and I can see some changes, there's just something about seeing that number on the scale that really gets in your head.
Please do some research. There are some very smart, very helpful people on MFP. Fast weight loss is certainly possible. It's rarely very healthy. Unless you are morbidly obese and have a lot of weight to lose, the 1-2 pounds/week maximum is a healthy recommendation. Basically, the human body can't lose weight quicker than that without muscle loss. So, while you *can* lose weight faster than 2 pounds/week, many will tell you it's not healthy because of the potential for muscle loss.
If you are exercising, and eating enough, you can prevent a lot of muscle loss while you lose weight.
I sense that you are anxious and like to worry. I get that. I really do undertand. But try not to get too hung up on a number. 1900 calories might sound like a lot. But, depending on your weight, you could burn a quarter of that in a workout.
psulemon is giving you good advice. There is good info on MFP, you just have to look for it.
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This thread is AWESOME. Thank you. I guess it scares me because 1200 has been beatin into my head so much. I just need to change my mindset and just do it.
Yes again.I do really enjoy the program. I feel so much stronger and feel great after the workouts(although a little sore lol) I'm gonna try to just start weighing myself weekly again so I don't drive myself crazy again.0 -
You are eating to many processed foods ect... You need to eat more lean protein, complex carbs, healthy fats.. You cannot out train a bad diet. Your body reflects what you put into it, Try switching up you food, and I am sure you will see results then, I eat over 100 grams of protein a day..
Absolutely this. THIS!!!!! Hit those weights, and since you're body and my body share the same genetic cesspool of misfortune, i KNOW this is what you need. Eat clean!0 -
I personally feel 1200 calories is a ridiculous goal. Your body needs fuel to function properly and to sustain you through all those workouts! 1200 calories would barely sustain someone in a coma! Up your caloric intake a little at a time. You don't have to go balls to the wall and eat 1900 right off the bat. Maybe eat 1400 for a few weeks and see how that does. Also, and I've said this on 3 different posts today (and believe this wholeheartedly), stop weighing yourself! The scale literally means nothing. You can find before and after pictures of people whose weight never changed by a single pound yet they are obviously more toned and much thinner. You aren't discouraged by the workout itself or any other factor other than what the scale is telling you. You are doing good, said you loved the workout, and feel stronger. Focus on that! That alone should tell you that you are on the right track. If I were you, I wouldn't weigh again for at the very least a month. The scale has a bad habit of making you feel bad when the number isn't what you think it should be. That alone is detrimental to weight loss. I agree with other posters as far as taking progress photos and measurement but even then, these things take time. There is no way you are doing so much for your body and not making any progress. I find that nearly impossible!0
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My guess is that you are doing TOO MUCH exercise and not giving your body enough time to recover. One thing that happens when you don't allow for recovery is that your body retains water that it needs to heal your muscles. More exercise does not usually equal more results. Sometimes more exercise can be counter productive to your goals.0
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