I am not loosing weight??? Feeling discouraged.:-(

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  • Yourdonis
    Yourdonis Posts: 16 Member
    Thanks I have been looking for some good fiber bars. Im gonna order some now and i went to walgreens and bout a fiber gummy to take every day. They are yummy.
  • Yourdonis
    Yourdonis Posts: 16 Member
    Im looking online at walmart.com any good brand food scale and heart rate monitor. Oh and this may be a stupid question. Does the heart rate monitor track your calories based upon the heart rate it picks up?
  • Yourdonis
    Yourdonis Posts: 16 Member
    :-) Thank you.
  • sharonfoustmills
    sharonfoustmills Posts: 519 Member
    A lot of dirty calories in your diary. Much easier to accurately track clean calories. Your diet is the problem. You need to do some research on the foods you should be eating, when to eat and how much protein, fat, carbs should be clocked up daily.

    First of all, dirty v clean is broscience when it comes down to weight loss. It comes into play slightly more in terms of weight training performance, but not for weight loss. Just hit your macros properly and up your fat and protein.

    Second of all, 2 weeks is a grain of sand. It didn't take two weeks to get you to this point, and it won't take you two weeks to reach your destination.

    Finally, it's useful to note that most people overestimate their energy expenditure and underestimate their intake. Reevaluate and weigh your food, and invest in a HRM.

    I didn't say that clean calories would speed up weight loss. I said clean calories are easier to track. So your point is kind of pointless???

    In actuality most dirty foods (i.e processed foods) come in a package, with clear labels. They are just as easy to track if not more than clean foods such as produce and "healthy" foods with labels.

    Please calm down.

    I agree on that, the dirty stuff has it clearly labeled. I have a more difficult time tracking the healthy foods. At any rate, like someone else said, the weight did not show up in two weeks so it won't be gone in two weeks! Hang in there and try to eat foods that will stay with you, keep you full- drink tons of water!
  • hannakengu
    hannakengu Posts: 79 Member
    Im looking online at walmart.com any good brand food scale and heart rate monitor. Oh and this may be a stupid question. Does the heart rate monitor track your calories based upon the heart rate it picks up?

    Yes. I don't know the exact science behind it, but at least my HRM shows significantly higher calorie burn when my heart rate is higher etc. Just remember to keep your personal info updated on your monitor when (I'm sure you will!) you lose weight so it's more accurate.
  • norahwynn
    norahwynn Posts: 862 Member
    I didn't lose for the first 3 weeks.

    Some people have this major drop of calories right off the bat, then start losing 1-2 lbs a week after that. Well that wasn't me. It took me a few weeks to lose anything, then when I did, it's been averaging about 1.5 lbs a week. I'm halfway to my goal, and though I thought that this would take me about 3-4 months to lose the 30 lbs I wanted to lose (I know...crazy), I realized pretty quickly that it will take me much longer. BTW...I've been at this (seriously) since 5/20/13 and have lost 15 lbs. 11 weeks...15 lbs.

    If you quit, will you be the same or heavier in 6 months. Or will you work hard and be a few pounds lighter, healthier, and fit into a smaller size.

    It really doesn't make sense to give up so soon after you started.
  • MelStren
    MelStren Posts: 457 Member
    The Heart rate monitor and a good scale will make tracking easier! Like everyone has said it's a matter of burning more than you eat at this point so don't eat your exercise calories back unless you are hungry and then try to eat only 1/2 or them.

    I haven't seen anyone mention how much water you are drinking, you should shoot for half your body weight in water. (ex. if you weigh 100lbs, you should drink 50oz. of water daily) If you aren't used to drinking that much water then start small and work up to it.

    More veggies and raw fruits would be the best idea especially if you aren't drinking enough water. Those fiber bars are going to make matters worse if you drink enough water with them! Fruits and veggies come with their own water!

    Something else I didn't see mentioned but might have missed because I skimmed, water retention! You may be losing fat and retaining water!

    Water retention is caused by: A. change in your diet. B. change in your exercise routine and C. your TOM.... changing your diet will cause your body to hold on to water as it adjusts to your new eating habits. If you are exercising differently or have never done so before and your muscles are the least bit sore, then you are retaining the water they need to heal. And of course we all know what that monthly visitor can do to our bodies!

    Please give it another 2 or 3 weeks before you make decisions regarding quitting. If you are eating less than you burn, having regular bowel movements and getting enough sleep, you WILL see results but it may take 4 to 6 weeks to see.

    Take weekly pics of yourself. Do weekly body measurements too and see if there are changes in these areas and don't put so much importance into what the scale is telling you!

    Good luck to you!
  • garthrine
    garthrine Posts: 1
    Stupid question. What is an HMR?:smile: Opps didn't read the last post...
  • tiffanytshai11
    tiffanytshai11 Posts: 4 Member
    I actually gained weight before I started losing and I really became discouraged! I knew that I wanted a change and I've tried times before and nothing worked. I found the will to keep going by encouraging myself that this was going to work and it HAS... I have been exercising now 3-4 times a week and have lost 12lbs. my goal is 170. Just remember that you can do it. Whatever it takes, YOU WILL GET THERE. FAILURE IS "NOT" AN OPTION!!!:smile:

    I did join this site in Jan BUT I started working out in May so the results are from May until now.
  • norahwynn
    norahwynn Posts: 862 Member
    Stupid question. What is an HMR?:smile:

    Heart Rate Monitor
  • poetic_britt
    poetic_britt Posts: 22
    We're in the exact same boat! But I have gained weight and lost inches. I was told to keep going. 2 weeks is not enough time to tell what your body is up too. Don't feel discouraged, keep going and you'll see your body transform itself. If you want motivation add me :)
  • NYCNika
    NYCNika Posts: 611 Member
    Thanks I have been looking for some good fiber bars. Im gonna order some now and i went to walgreens and bout a fiber gummy to take every day. They are yummy.

    Why not go out and just buy some fruits and vegetables?
  • LitheVixen
    LitheVixen Posts: 27 Member
    You might indeed be retaining water (probably also because you're eating a LOT of processed foods, which contain a LOT of salt...) but judging by your diet, I'm thinking you're just eating way too many calories to lose weight. Your diet needs to be changed - and I don't mean "just to lose weight".
    If you continue eating like this, you will become deficient in vitamins and minerals, if you aren't already. (Unless, of course, you take supplements.) If you're having trouble with coming up with a healthy meal plan, it might be wise to go to a doctor you trust, or a dietician!
  • ars1300
    ars1300 Posts: 159 Member
    Try measuring weighing food so you know exactly what your taking in. Also focusing on real foods. I would say 2 weeks is not a good gauge either, its about the long term progress. I have been sticking to a specific diet plan for 10 weeks with excellent results. I know not everyone wishes to do to this level but making appropriate food choices is the key. Good protein sources, eggs, fish, chicken, lean red meats, greek yogurt, cottage cheese. Lots of green veggies and vegetables in general and fruit. Look for whole grains, oatmeal, brown rice, couscous, quinoa, red potatoes, sweet potatoes. Don't get discouraged it has take me well over a year to adjust my eating habits. I have cut out mainly things coming out of a box or processed foods.
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  • mayonie1
    mayonie1 Posts: 296 Member
    Mine also hasn't moved yet...but I don't mind coz I feel lighter and energetic, that's one step. Will deal with scale later.
  • tiffanytshai11
    tiffanytshai11 Posts: 4 Member
    how many lbs are you trying to lose?
  • ksuh999
    ksuh999 Posts: 543 Member
    Keep at it. I plateau all the time. I will stay the same weight for weeks, and then suddenly I'll lose 10 lbs in a matter of days (without changing anything at all).

    Patience.
  • titiawuth
    titiawuth Posts: 2
    Keep going! Maybe you should change your diet plan. That happened to me too, I thought I was eating "healthy" but I was making some mistakes so I didnt lose weight for weeks and then I changed my diet plan to the Yes You Can Diet Plan and I went from 180 lbs to 127 lbs in just 6 months and I eat more times a day and with the diet plan I learned what to eat, when to eat and how much to eat of each thing.. It works for me and also they have diet pills that will help speed up your weightloss process.. fat burner, colon cleanser, collagen and appetite suppressant they do work and do not have any side effects. If you follow the diet plan and take your pills the results will be awesome!
  • Alluminati
    Alluminati Posts: 6,208 Member
    Get a food scale, for real! No need to overhaul your diet and eat "clean", ain't nobody got time fo' dat. Take little baby steps :) Add more veggies and fruits (for fiber) and keep within your calories (with the food scale). Drink lots of water and move more. Stick to it for 4-6 weeks, you will see progress! Good Luck OP!
  • MyaPapaya75
    MyaPapaya75 Posts: 3,143 Member
    Food scale, heart rate monitor ...really you need both to do this properly..also clean up your eating..you can eat the things you like but you need to eat more veggies in order for your body to function properly if you want to lose the weight.
  • Ready2Rock206
    Ready2Rock206 Posts: 9,487 Member
    Thanks I have been looking for some good fiber bars. Im gonna order some now and i went to walgreens and bout a fiber gummy to take every day. They are yummy.

    Go to the produce section of your grocery store - buy fruits and vegetables. Better than the fiber bars.
  • sarahrbraun
    sarahrbraun Posts: 2,261 Member
    Have you taken measurements or pictures? It's still early, but I recommend it. The scale is not my friend at all. I have only lost 5 pounds in 5 months but completely changed my body. Don't rely on the scale, it's a dirty liar.

    THIS ^^^ I actually have been gaining and losing the same 5lbs for 8 months...but my body has changed SOOO much

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  • Candi_land
    Candi_land Posts: 1,311 Member
    Patience, healthy weight loss is a slow process and patience is key.

    Like others have said before me, get yourself a food scale to measure your food intake accurately. Measuring spoons/cups help as well.

    Eat more fiber (for pooping).

    No need to stick to just "clean foods" because that's boring as hell and will most likely eventually result in a binge. A maintainable lifestyle change needs to be realistic. Try and incorporate fruits and veggies into the foods you do like (I hate most veggies, but find ways to hide them in my food) and eat at a reasonable deficit within your calorie goal.

    Exercise and drink water.

    Take measurements/progress photos. Sometimes the numbers on the scale don't budge but I actually lose inches, and that is always pretty encouraging.

    Also, don't obsess over the scale. Weighing yourself every 5 minutes will just drive you nuts, if you can maybe put away the thing and weigh once a month. That's pretty much what keeps me sane.

    Good luck!

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