Pear shaped ladies
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Hello from another pear!
I've lost about 20 lbs from lots of cardio (running, HIIT) with the occasional weights. But I've learnt to love and accept the fact that we can't spot reduce fat - so we just have to burn, baby, burn.
Posting my before and after pictures here and you can see despite the 20 lbs loss, my thighs and hips are still fairly chunky. I'm doing more leg curls, extensions and squats as compared to before just to define those areas a bit more.
In terms of sizing, I used to wear UK 14 tops and bottoms; whereas now I can fit into a UK 10/12 top and UK 12 bottom.
What I can suggest is that if you don't like raining, you can check out fitness blender on youtube for their high-intensity interval training videos. All you need is space, a good pair of sports shoes (to absorb impact from jumps, etc) and maybe a yoga mat. They're quite challenging, but very rewarding! Take longer breaks in between if you need to, but always remember to keep your heart rate up.
All the very best!
This is very inspiring to me! I have like the exact same body shape as you (pear), i feel like we could be body twins in that first pic where you weigh 173; My current weight is 173 and I used to weigh 154 for a few years then the weight crept on then just piled on all of a sudden. I am regaining my former motivation to get down to 135 which is my goal weight!1 -
I'm a pear too. For me it isn't just about where I store fat: I have a relatively wide pelvis... One day in a delivery room I'd be thankful. Anyway, in addition to losing fat that you have, I'd say work on toning your legs, thighs and butt. And squat! My legs aren't tiny, especially comparing to my waist that's really small. But they are super strong and have nice muscles. So for the first time in my life, I think, I don't hate my whole lower body. Use it as an advantage!
YES! This! My doctor had to do an xray of my abdomen and pointed out that I had a large pelvis as well and commented about how much easier delivery will be! Not to exciting to hear as a 23 year old but one day I will be happy for it!
I got told in High School that I have "baby making hips" which is not something I really wanted to think about at 14.0 -
Bump! Hour-glassed pear ova here 0
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I'm a pear, I just want my thighs to get a touch smaller.
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Bump, I'm a bumpy pear too!0
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I'm definitely pear shaped, like all you lovely ladies in here. I have always had a high waist to hip ratio, right now I'm 36-27-39. I'm lucky in my genetics that I don't really gain weight on my stomach (I had a flat stomach at 143 lbs, and still have one now at 132 lbs) but I do gain weight in my hips/bum area, and I know it will always be proportionately larger down there. I love my booty, but I'd prefer if it had a little less jiggle when I wiggle, if you know what I mean. You can't spot reduce fat, but there are definitely exercises that can be done to enhance the hip/bum area once the fat has been reduced through cardio and a calorie deficit.
I totally got the "child bearing hips" comment my whole life too, and I've been called Assley (as a compliment, thankfully) as a little play on words with my name, as well as J-Lo. I definitely have a bubble butt, that's for sure. In fact, because of my waist to hip ratio, I have some skirts I have to put on over my shoulders because the waist is too small to fit over my hips.0 -
What exercises do you recommend? I am fearful that I am losing weight but maintaing the same silhouette.0
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Here, I was able to find a pic! You can see that my bum is still the biggest part of me, but I can tell you it's half the size it was at 143 lbs. I wouldn't mind if it got bigger due to building muscles in my gluts, I just don't want the dreaded dimples I was starting to get 10 lbs ago. The good news about those dreaded dimples is that they do go away. In fact, I'm almost dimple free now! Not quite, but we're getting there.
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Here, I was able to find a pic! You can see that my bum is still the biggest part of me, but I can tell you it's half the size it was at 143 lbs. I wouldn't mind if it got bigger due to building muscles in my gluts, I just don't want the dreaded dimples I was starting to get 10 lbs ago. The good news about those dreaded dimples is that they do go away. In fact, I'm almost dimple free now! Not quite, but we're getting there.
You have a rockin body! I'm trying to get rid of butt dimples too, they are reducing, but still there. I also love that you call them butt dimples, I was calling them my 2nd butt. Your name is far more positive!0 -
Here, I was able to find a pic! You can see that my bum is still the biggest part of me, but I can tell you it's half the size it was at 143 lbs. I wouldn't mind if it got bigger due to building muscles in my gluts, I just don't want the dreaded dimples I was starting to get 10 lbs ago. The good news about those dreaded dimples is that they do go away. In fact, I'm almost dimple free now! Not quite, but we're getting there.
That's what I love about being a pear - you get to keep your booty!! You look AMAZING!!!!!!0 -
Photos help, too by showing you what you exaggerate in your mind. I have pear measurements, and I've always had a big bum/hips relative to my short stature, but when I look at my progress photos, there's nothing really disproportional about me at all.
That said, I think pear-shaped women are so beautiful!
I look more like you (shape). What is that, Do you know?0 -
little in the middle but I got a big back!0
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Thanks for all the tips ladies! I am a pear too with lots of cellulite on the things/hips/booty. Looking to tone up and slim down. Any tips for workouts are greatly appreicated!
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I put my pear shape to work bellydancing! It is HARD work! Tones my muscles and my booty looks awesome doing hip movements! It is also fun and promotes awesome self esteem!0
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Here, I was able to find a pic! You can see that my bum is still the biggest part of me, but I can tell you it's half the size it was at 143 lbs. I wouldn't mind if it got bigger due to building muscles in my gluts, I just don't want the dreaded dimples I was starting to get 10 lbs ago. The good news about those dreaded dimples is that they do go away. In fact, I'm almost dimple free now! Not quite, but we're getting there.
That's what I love about being a pear - you get to keep your booty!! You look AMAZING!!!!!!
Thanks love! I know, I think one of my biggest fears in weight loss was losing my butt because it's so much a part of who I am, but I'm realizing that isn't going to happen anytime soon. I don't have much weight less to lose, so I'm hoping to just lose that last little bit so that when I start to gain muscle, the definition will show. Only shame about being a pear though, is that I do lose my bust. My breasts got huge 10 lbs ago, and have only become a little smaller now, but I can't imagine they would stay if I get down to the weight I was before the gain (though, fingers crossed they might!)0 -
You guys all look great!0
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Before 210 - 40-35-50, 30 thigh
Current 164.0 - 37-27-43.5. 25 thigh
Goal is another 10-15lbs, and to hopefully see my lower half finally start to catch up to my upper. I am lucky that I have broad shoulders so it gives me the "look" of being a bit more even then I really am.0 -
I turned into a pear (I think) after I had my daughter...I used to be much more hourglass shaped. I'm not as full in the butt (my butt is actually pretty flat) but my hips/thighs is where almost all my weight is right now. I'm down about 20 pounds (35 to go) but I feel like my hips are never going to be as small as they used to be. My measurements are currently: Natural waist-32 hips-40. I'm planning to add some resistance training and hoping that helps slim things down in the thigh department.
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I love seeing the pics - keep coming with them!!
Has anyone done any kettlebell swings to help with the lower body?? I am starting to incorporate them into my exercise program, and I swear I could feel it from the top of my butt down to my knees + inner thighs.0 -
Oh wow! I forgot about this until I received a fair bit of friend requests regarding pears! :laugh:
Anyway, here are some of the questions answered:
How long did it take you to lose 20 pounds?
It took 4 - 5 months of sticking to my calorie intake and having a good mix of workouts. Of course I have my weekly cheat day (around 20 - 40% more than my usual intake).
How tall are you?
Almost 5"4 (maybe if I tiptoe)! 164 cm to be exact.
Do you count calories?
Every single day... and perhaps even when I'm asleep. :laugh: On a more serious note, counting calories and being honest with logging (if you're using the diary) is where it's at. It helps to know exactly what goes in so you know you're really on track!
Advice
Everything in moderation. Eat just right; not too little and not too much - neither of the two are good for you.
Also, be patient. They call it a weight loss journey for a reason. It may take a while, but it definitely will teach you to be more forgiving and loving towards your body. Bonus example: I recently hit my plateau and was very "WTF AM I DOING WRONG" for a good month. I pushed on and things are going great now - I'm very thankful for the support and cheering on I got!
ALL THE BEST EVERYONE! Let's keep the fighting spirit up!
I haven't posted a proper follow up to the pictures. So here's one fresh from the gym:
This is tonight at 143.3 lbs. (Bonus NSV: I'm happy about my collar bones! They weren't there a year ago!)
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This is tonight at 143.3 lbs. (Bonus NSV: I'm happy about my collar bones! They weren't there a year ago!)
You look even better! Fabulous work. I could use the inspiration for after this baby is born at the end of May - expect a friend request! 0 -
I appreciate everyone sharing. I'm a 200+ pear. SO this is extremely motivating!0
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Hello from another pear!
I've lost about 20 lbs from lots of cardio (running, HIIT) with the occasional weights. But I've learnt to love and accept the fact that we can't spot reduce fat - so we just have to burn, baby, burn.
Posting my before and after pictures here and you can see despite the 20 lbs loss, my thighs and hips are still fairly chunky. I'm doing more leg curls, extensions and squats as compared to before just to define those areas a bit more.
In terms of sizing, I used to wear UK 14 tops and bottoms; whereas now I can fit into a UK 10/12 top and UK 12 bottom.
What I can suggest is that if you don't like raining, you can check out fitness blender on youtube for their high-intensity interval training videos. All you need is space, a good pair of sports shoes (to absorb impact from jumps, etc) and maybe a yoga mat. They're quite challenging, but very rewarding! Take longer breaks in between if you need to, but always remember to keep your heart rate up.
All the very best!
WOW!!! You look AMAZING!0 -
Hi everyone! :flowerforyou:
Just dropping by again for another half-naked update, lol. This is me currently. Progress has been slow (and not very visible), but it's still progress! Not a lot of difference from 2nd pic to the 3rd, but I'm working on that now. Planning to build some muscle in the future.
I've grabbed a copy of "The New Rules of Lifting for Women" thanks to your kind advice on starting a strength training plan. We'll see how it goes!
Go go, my pear-shaped friends! We can do this! :smooched:
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PS: I’ve also gone done from sizes UK 10/12 (14/16 at the start) to UK 8/10. Whoop whoop! I’m smaller on top, so I’m also starting to choose sizes ‘M’ over ‘L’ now.
Fitness: When I started my journey, I had lots of difficulty completing even 1.5 KM with slow jogging. Right now, I can do about 6 – 7 KM and still feel okay. When I take the stairs, I find that I run out of breath less easily now and my posture is different to boot! I used to round my back / slouch while I drag my feet up. Right now, it’s a straight back, head up, and my legs sort of raise on their own, lol.
Confidence: I feel a lot more confident now, not in what I wear, but with the activities I’m getting myself into. Recently, I tried out white water rafting with friends (awesome!
) and in June, I’m gonna try my hand at noob surfing in Bali. Aaand if my body is ready, maybe in a bikini! 0 -
Bumping for pear inspiration! :happy: Amazing changes, ladies!0
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PS: I’ve also gone done from sizes UK 10/12 (14/16 at the start) to UK 8/10. Whoop whoop! I’m smaller on top, so I’m also starting to choose sizes ‘M’ over ‘L’ now.
Fitness: When I started my journey, I had lots of difficulty completing even 1.5 KM with slow jogging. Right now, I can do about 6 – 7 KM and still feel okay. When I take the stairs, I find that I run out of breath less easily now and my posture is different to boot! I used to round my back / slouch while I drag my feet up. Right now, it’s a straight back, head up, and my legs sort of raise on their own, lol.
Confidence: I feel a lot more confident now, not in what I wear, but with the activities I’m getting myself into. Recently, I tried out white water rafting with friends (awesome! ) and in June, I’m gonna try my hand at noob surfing in Bali. Aaand if my body is ready, maybe in a bikini!
Thanks for updating!! You are very inspiring!0 -
Sorry bout no bikini pics, but I think u can see the difference still
I'm 5'1
Startweight: 150
!40:
117:
Last week, 106:
For good measure, size 32 to size 0/24-25
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Sorry bout no bikini pics, but I think u can see the difference still
I'm 5'1
Wow!0
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