Am I doing enough/it properly?

kilvingtone
kilvingtone Posts: 7 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
Hi I have lost around 2.5 stone through dieting. And have started going to the gym since Feb...I have got into the routine of going 4 times a week.

Monday - gym - cardio (40 mins steps, 20 mins bike)
Tuesday - Body pump (1 hr)
Wednesday - gym - cardio (40 mins steps, 20 mins bike)
Thurs - Body pump (1 hr)

I have reached a bit of a plateau with weight loss but now just want to tone!!!

I just wondered if this was enough/a good way to do it? Also should I be using protein shakes? I eat about 1,500 cals a day.

I am hoping to see a considerable change for my holiday in July - so far I cant see much but clothes do feel bigger?

Any advice much appreciated! xx

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  • sgvdms
    sgvdms Posts: 33 Member
    Heavy weight lifting! Squats, deadlifts, the lot!
  • Shropshire1959
    Shropshire1959 Posts: 982 Member
    Weight is only one of the indications .. the fact that your cloths are feeling larger is even better in my opinion - good on ya.

    Buy your self some new threads and see how long they last!! ...so don't spend a lot :-p

    Personally, I'm not a fan of gyms and especially at this time of year .. get outside.. walk run, cycle. I find it way more satisfying.
  • KarenJanine
    KarenJanine Posts: 3,497 Member
    Heavy weight lifting! Squats, deadlifts, the lot!


    This ^^^

    I would swap the pump classes for a full body free weight working, sticking to big compound lifts and you will start seeing changes.

    In terms of protein, aim to get at least 1g per lb of lean body mass per day. If you struggle to get this from food alone then supplement with protein shakes.
  • kilvingtone
    kilvingtone Posts: 7 Member
    Thanks for the replies :)

    'full body free weight working, sticking to big compound lifts' - ahh where do I even start with this? and how to do it!?
  • 3laine75
    3laine75 Posts: 3,069 Member
    Thanks for the replies :)

    'full body free weight working, sticking to big compound lifts' - ahh where do I even start with this? and how to do it!?

    Starting strength, SL5x5, strong curves or NROLFW - all good programmes.
  • MeanderingMammal
    MeanderingMammal Posts: 7,866 Member
    Thanks for the replies :)

    'full body free weight working, sticking to big compound lifts' - ahh where do I even start with this? and how to do it!?

    Keep your CV level going but add in some resistance training. Many people on here advocate Stronglifts 5*5, or New Rules of Lifting for Women, which will give you a lot of guidance on form and frequency.

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