no change in weight, started 3 weeks ago

The only thing absolutely "required" for weight loss is a calorie deficit. If you are not losing you are not in a deficit.

Either you are consuming more than you think, or if you are logging the calories you burn you are not burning as much as you think. Something is wrong with the calculations somewhere.

I dont want to hijack but I am right there with you! Came to to post something similar. I am at 1200 calories or below on some days, use a fitbit AND a HRM when working out~working out is new to me though. Have lost .5 lbs in 17 days. I will say though that my scale gives me 5 different readings if I step on it 5 different times so that doesnt help. I go with the highest reading. SO FRUSTRATING!! This is the longest I have stuck with my intake and output in almost 10 years. I think menopause might play some part..... (I have a 700-1000 calorie deficit daily avg)

I would give it a little more time. I've been doing the same for 2 1/2 weeks and the scale has barely moved. I think it just takes your body time to get used to the diet and all.
I think you also might want to focus on your macros too. I'm trying to work on that as well. Looking at your diary your protein was low especially for strength training. Just my thoughts

Doesn't matter how many calories you burn if you use TDEE-20%, just got to make sure you use the right setting (moderately active I'm guessing).

You could just be retaining water. I gained a pound in 3 weeks then lost 3 in 4 days after I got my period, just in the last week. It's totally normal for women. When is your period due? I'd just wait it out, I bet you'll lose weight after.

Is this the first time you've weighed yourself in three weeks? If so, it could be that the initial 150 was a low fluctuation, and today's weight was unusually high for some reason.

I'd keep going as you are, and make adjustments in a couple weeks if you still see no progress.

I recommend daily weigh-ins, with a huge caveat: you need to do some math to find the difference between your actual weight loss and the daily fluctuations, which are much larger.

Your weight fluctuates depending on water, salt, and fiber intake, and other factors having nothing to do with calories. Using an exponentially weighted average can help you filter out the noise and focus on the trend, as John Walker explains in "The Hacker's Diet" (http://www.fourmilab.ch/hackdiet/e4/). The chapter on "The Rubber Bag" explains, briefly, the source of these fluctuations. The chapter on "Signal and Noise" explains how some simple math can filter them out. Walker explains how to do the math, but you can also set up a free account on his server to do it for you, or use a service like Beeminder or TrendWeight.com.

A final point to consider is that the formulas that most HRMs use were developed based on steady-state cardio exercise and are inaccurate for activities that involve discontinuous effort. Those that use Firstbeat's technology are allegedly better at estimating calories expended in discontinuous efforts.

Is this the first time you've weighed yourself in three weeks? If so, it could be that the initial 150 was a low fluctuation, and today's weight was unusually high for some reason.

I'd keep going as you are, and make adjustments in a couple weeks if you still see no progress.

I recommend daily weigh-ins, with a huge caveat: you need to do some math to find the difference between your actual weight loss and the daily fluctuations, which are much larger.

Your weight fluctuates depending on water, salt, and fiber intake, and other factors having nothing to do with calories. Using an exponentially weighted average can help you filter out the noise and focus on the trend, as John Walker explains in "The Hacker's Diet" (http://www.fourmilab.ch/hackdiet/e4/). The chapter on "The Rubber Bag" explains, briefly, the source of these fluctuations. The chapter on "Signal and Noise" explains how some simple math can filter them out. Walker explains how to do the math, but you can also set up a free account on his server to do it for you, or use a service like Beeminder or TrendWeight.com.

A final point to consider is that the formulas that most HRMs use were developed based on steady-state cardio exercise and are inaccurate for activities that involve discontinuous effort. Those that use Firstbeat's technology are allegedly better at estimating calories expended in discontinuous efforts.

I use the weight diary app on my phone. I insert my weight (and fat %) every day and beyond fluctuations it will actually show a trend line, which is very important.

You need to keep pushing yourself, regardless of what the scale tells you. I'm in the same boat....1200 calories, I log every thing down to gum. I will continue not giving up. We are all here for one another, there are some great advice on the blog. Good luck!!:flowerforyou:

Don't just rely on a scale! Scales can be deceiving!!!

- Take tape measurements weekly. And keep track of those.
- Take bikini pictures weekly (front and both sides). This will show you your progress! Download a free collage app on your phone and put the pictures in a row, you'll be surprised!
- invest in a scale that measures body fat %. Your weight in pounds might not change a lot* but your fat percentage may go down significantly (which is what you want).

*When you work out, you will be gaining lean muscle mass (be sure to get more than enough protein!!) and losing fat, thus losing inches. However, since a square inch of muscle weighs significantly more than a square inch of fat, you might see inch loss and very little pound loss, no loss or even gain. Do NOT be disappointed by a number on the scale. Also, the weight on the scale depends on liquids, solids etc and can easily fluctuate between 2-5 pounds.

Yes!! This!! I understand that its frustrating and that we've been taught that the scale is the end all/see all, but its really not. Also, are you getting enough protein? I looked at your diary and I'm not really sure that you are. Your body need protein to help break down the fat and build more muscle. If you're working out 5 times a day, you need that protein.

Like someone else suggested... try making a change somewhere in your diet. Either increase or decrease your calories by 100-200, and wait a week or two to see if there's a change. If you're still getting nowhere (or if you're too frustrated to wait) go to a doctor.

Also, I'd just like to point out, that 150 is nothing to sneeze at. It's possible that your body is comfortable with this weight and that in order to lose any more, you'll have to go into more direct training/dieting. IE: Only protein and vegetables, no sugars, very little carbs. You should definitely see a professional before taking that route though.

I am beating myself because I started 3 weeks ago. There is no change in my weight, and I am attempting to eat at least 1200 calories a day. I do 3 cardio days and 3 cardio/weight days, and nothing. My problem is, the calorie thing says I am not eating enough. I eat 6 bloody times a day, include dairy, meat and veggies. I do have a cheat day, do to running around and paying bills, but as of this morning, that is cut out. I won't give up. I originally started this journey at 245, now I am at 208. I found my fitness at 212 pounds. IS there ANY suggestions. I am at a loss as to what to do next. I am 5'4" and weigh 208. I am 48 years old and I do take supplements, Centrum, calcium, iron and Iodine. I just found out I am Iodine deficient but my thyroid is fine. Please Help.

I fully believe in the tape measure. If the scale didn't move, measure. I measure and weigh on Saturday before everyone starts my day.

I am beating myself because I started 3 weeks ago. There is no change in my weight, and I am attempting to eat at least 1200 calories a day. I do 3 cardio days and 3 cardio/weight days, and nothing. My problem is, the calorie thing says I am not eating enough. I eat 6 bloody times a day, include dairy, meat and veggies. I do have a cheat day, do to running around and paying bills, but as of this morning, that is cut out. I won't give up. I originally started this journey at 245, now I am at 208. I found my fitness at 212 pounds. IS there ANY suggestions. I am at a loss as to what to do next. I am 5'4" and weigh 208. I am 48 years old and I do take supplements, Centrum, calcium, iron and Iodine. I just found out I am Iodine deficient but my thyroid is fine. Please Help.

Your cheat day is probably negating your deficit for the week. Try cutting that out, or you may look into Intermittent Fasting, if that doesn't work. At your height and age, along with recent weight loss, it may be harder to lose. Slower, but doable. You just have less wiggle room and have to be very diligent in measuring and logging.

I am beating myself because I started 3 weeks ago. There is no change in my weight, and I am attempting to eat at least 1200 calories a day. I do 3 cardio days and 3 cardio/weight days, and nothing. My problem is, the calorie thing says I am not eating enough. I eat 6 bloody times a day, include dairy, meat and veggies. I do have a cheat day, do to running around and paying bills, but as of this morning, that is cut out. I won't give up. I originally started this journey at 245, now I am at 208. I found my fitness at 212 pounds. IS there ANY suggestions. I am at a loss as to what to do next. I am 5'4" and weigh 208. I am 48 years old and I do take supplements, Centrum, calcium, iron and Iodine. I just found out I am Iodine deficient but my thyroid is fine. Please Help.

You're trying to eat 1200 calories AND working out 6 days a week?! This means that you're more likely than not, NOT eating enough calories for your body. I'd comment on what you're eating, except that I can't see your diary so I can't be more specific than that. Perhaps you should re-calculate your TDEE.

I am not sure how to make it public.

I did cut the cheat day out last week. I opened my food chart so anyone can see it. I really think stress and depression have a lot to do with it as well.