The Difference 3lbs Can Make (w/ before & after pics)
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THIS is the post I've been needing to see. I started lifting in December, and have been getting REALLY frustrated. Even though I could tell I was getting stronger and seeing muscle definition in my arms and legs, and my clothes were fitting the same, I was gaining weight (not something you want to see after losing 40lbs.) This has helped remind me that I just need to be patient. I'm at the same point you were - wanting to lose those last 10 pounds. I just need to keep pushing myself.
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Very cool. Good for you! Who would have known 3 pounds could be such a big deal.0
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Bump to read later as pictures wont load up - good story though! Congratulations on everything you have achieved N xx0
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Great post, this is similar to my experience, initial 3 stone weight loss and then over the past 6 months more of a body transformation with weights, it's all about how you look and feel, feels good don't it0
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Wow! Thank you for this post. You look amazing. Just what I needed to get me to a gym.0
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Oh wow! That is amazing!!!
Thank you for sharing!0 -
Amazing work! :drinker:0
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Fabulous! You look great!0
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Fantastic work! Proof that there is more to weight loss than a number on the scale.0
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I love this! Every person who weighs daily needs to read this! You have done an awesome job. Congrats!!! :drinker:0
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THIS is the post I've been needing to see. I started lifting in December, and have been getting REALLY frustrated. Even though I could tell I was getting stronger and seeing muscle definition in my arms and legs, and my clothes were fitting the same, I was gaining weight (not something you want to see after losing 40lbs.) This has helped remind me that I just need to be patient. I'm at the same point you were - wanting to lose those last 10 pounds. I just need to keep pushing myself.
Do you still do cardio? What do you do?
I know a lot of serious weight lifters are very anti-cardio, but I DO still do cardio! I genuinely enjoy cardio workouts like running and Zumba, plus it's good for your heart! However, I've definitely pulled back from doing 5-6 strictly cardio workouts a week to about 2. Remember, if you're lifting heavy enough and doing alternating & supersets (which I'm a big fan of), your heart rate will be up and you'll get a lot of the same benefits of cardio!
My workout schedule really varies from week to week because I get bored easily and have more fun doing a variety of workouts! But here's an example of what a week might look like for me:
Sunday: Running & walking intervals for 40 min
Monday: Heavy lifting workout (30-40 min, dynamic stretching & jump rope warm up followed by a full body workout including supersets working alternating muscle groups)
Tuesday: Rest day (30 min walk, easy yoga stretching)
Wednesday: Heavy lifting workout (30-40 min, dynamic stretching & jump rope warm up followed by a full body workout including supersets working alternating muscle groups)
Thursday: Kickboxing workout video (30 min)
Friday: Rest day
Saturday: Heavy lifting workout (30-40 min, dynamic stretching & jump rope warm up followed by a full body workout including supersets working alternating muscle groups)
Sometimes I'll swap out one of the heavy lifting workouts for a lighter weight, higher rep workout like BodyPump or a JM video... just to change things up and do something different!0 -
You're my hero!! :flowerforyou:0
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Perfect example of how the scales is not always a true reflection of our progress!!!
For years I let the scale control me. Now I measure or take photos.
You look amazing!!!0 -
Congrats, you look fantastic! Heavy lifting for the win!!0
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This is truly amazing! Congrats on the progress, and keep up the good work. You look amazing!0
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Top Job
You have done great with great results
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Great Job!! Lean muscles are so attractive. Who cares what the scale says when you are in a healthy weight range and are very fit?0
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Love how lifting does amazing things to your body!!!
Congrats OP!!!!! :flowerforyou:0 -
Wow! You give me hope! I've been following NROLFW since November and have only lost a few lbs even though I can tell the difference in my clothing. Hoping I have a similar story to tell soon!!0
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