Not losing any more weight - HELP!

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  • auddii
    auddii Posts: 15,357 Member
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    Here are some good sources of protein including vegetarian and vegan:
    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/926789-protein-sources

    And definitely read the sexypants thread. Lots of good info about the best way to go about weight loss. Just because you aren't exercising doesn't mean you should eat as little as possible. Calculate how much you need given your sedentary lifestyle and then take a moderate deficit.
  • _HeartsOnFire_
    _HeartsOnFire_ Posts: 5,304 Member
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    This is everything I got...

    Be miserable. Or motivate yourself. Whatever has to be done, it's always your choice.
    -Wayne Dyer

    There are no magic pills. Only hard work and dedication.

    It's about moderation not deprivation. There are no good/bad foods, only bad eating habits. Do or do not, there is no try. You have to want it, you have to work for it, you have to realize that only you can do it.

    Read these:
    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1235566-so-you-re-new-here?hl=so+you're+new+here

    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1080242-a-guide-to-get-you-started-on-your-path-to-sexypants

    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1217573-so-you-want-to-start-running

    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/974888-in-place-of-a-road-map-2k13

    TL:DR the link right above this one then ->http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/975025-in-place-of-a-road-map-short-n-sweet

    Excuses??? http://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/2014/06/02/the-no-excuses-play-like-a-champion-challenge/

    If you have 75+ lbs to lose 2 lbs/week is ideal
    If you have 40-75 lbs to lose 1.5 lbs/week is ideal
    If you have 25-40 lbs to lose 1 lbs/week is ideal
    If you have 15 -25 lbs to lose 0.5 to 1.0 lbs/week is ideal
    If you have less than 15 lbs to lose 0.5 lbs/week is ideal

    Want to lift heavy things?
    http://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/2011/07/21/meet-staci-your-new-powerlifting-super-hero/

    Stronglifts Summary
    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/560459-stronglifts-5x5-summary

    Stronglifts Womens Group
    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/4601-stronglifts-5x5-for-women
  • SuffolkSally
    SuffolkSally Posts: 964 Member
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    If your diary's accurate you're not eating nearly enough. I agree with other posters that 1200 is likely to be way too low, but you seem to be skipping lunch and often only totalling 800-900 calories. Which just ake you weak and miserable! I'd up the calories and go for balanced and regular meals - set targets for macros as well as your overall one. Don't cut fats out altogther - you need some in your diet. And stick with it! You'll soon see results.
  • lulabelle2687
    lulabelle2687 Posts: 22
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    I have set my calorie intake to what Myfitnesspal suggests which is 1650 and will try that for a week or two to see what happens.

    I am just worried that 1650 is too high now?
  • jwooley13
    jwooley13 Posts: 243
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    This is rather strange, but I find that I usually plateu for two weeks, then lose rapidly for about two weeks. My weeks of loss are the two weeks following my time of the month, and many times I'll drop 4-8lbs during that time but have no loss in the weeks following. Perhaps this is related to your monthly cycle?
  • xenu01
    xenu01 Posts: 117 Member
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    Just remember: your body doesn't want to lose weight. It wants to protect you from starving to death. And I actually think you are not eating enough. I was 5'4" and 246 lbs when I started watching my calories, and the website I started with (mynetdiary) actually gave me a much higher calorie count than I was expecting: I think it was like 1980 calories a day? Even that was hard, because I was used to eating probably 2200-2400 calories a day, and I am a fairly active person. It seems frustrating, I know, but I have lost almost 40 lbs in the past year. And I have kept it off. I set my calorie goals at .75 lbs a week, and I have actually been doing better than that, most of the time. And sometimes I'll stay the same weight for a couple of weeks--even a couple of months! And then I'll change my exercise routine or something and lost a lb or two.

    You have to be patient with yourself and your body. And definitely eat more! 1200 calories a day is not nearly enough. Your body must think you are starving it out!
  • lulabelle2687
    lulabelle2687 Posts: 22
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    This is rather strange, but I find that I usually plateu for two weeks, then lose rapidly for about two weeks. My weeks of loss are the two weeks following my time of the month, and many times I'll drop 4-8lbs during that time but have no loss in the weeks following. Perhaps this is related to your monthly cycle?

    Yes I think you are right about that, I have missed one and it hasn't happened this month either yet so that could be the problem as to why I haven't lost any more and as a lot of people have told me, the amount of calories I was eating (I changed it to 1650 today - the amount MFP suggested for my weight etc) was too low so hopefully that helps too.
  • elyanta
    elyanta Posts: 11
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    If you can I would add some activity to your routine. Maybe talk to a trainer or a doctor and figure out what could work for you. I would suggest adding walking build up your indurance and distance. If you have access to a gym or can afford one a recumbant bike would probably be a great option for you. Personally I would look to a chiropractor or doctor for advice or help with your back so you can become more active. If there is no way for you to get up and moving at this point a last option could be to buy a portable bike that you can use sitting on a chair or couch these can also be used to exercise arms when put on a table.

    And 9lbs in one week is a lot so your body is probably catching up to that loss so don't get too disappointed. I personally find it impossible to lose weight without working out but at your weight you ought to be able to loose some without exercise. Though I bet you will feel better and loose weight faster if you can incorporate exercise.

    Good luck hope you are able to become happy and healthy!
  • jkal1979
    jkal1979 Posts: 1,896 Member
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    I have set my calorie intake to what Myfitnesspal suggests which is 1650 and will try that for a week or two to see what happens.

    I am just worried that 1650 is too high now?

    Whatever you decide to try make sure to stick with it for more than a week or two. You should give it at least 4-6 weeks.
  • PinkyFett
    PinkyFett Posts: 842 Member
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    3 weeks isn't a long time

    With hypo, you won't lose without optimal levels. Even then, it's way slower than someone who has a functioning thyroid.

    You cannot be impatient with hypothyroidism or you're setting yourself up for failure big time.
  • pinkraynedropjacki
    pinkraynedropjacki Posts: 3,027 Member
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    How about trying fasting 5:2 has done quite a bit for people with thyroid problems so far. Research it & ask your Dr.
  • lulabelle2687
    lulabelle2687 Posts: 22
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    Thanks everyone, I am trying the 1650 as suggested by MFP and will weigh myself next week and see how I am doing, If no loss, I will still continue to try 1650 cals a day. I haven't had the full 1650 yet but it's over 1200 now which means I am still under my goal just not under the minimum calories recommended. I hope you all have a great weekend! x
  • lulabelle2687
    lulabelle2687 Posts: 22
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    Just thought I would let you all know.... I have lost another 1lb :happy:
  • wilsoje74
    wilsoje74 Posts: 1,720 Member
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    I have set my calorie intake to what Myfitnesspal suggests which is 1650 and will try that for a week or two to see what happens.

    I am just worried that 1650 is too high now?
    at over 300 lb no it's not too high.
  • auddii
    auddii Posts: 15,357 Member
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    Congrats on the continued losses!
  • lulabelle2687
    lulabelle2687 Posts: 22
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    How many calories would I burn if I did some squats? I cannot find anything that will tell me for my weight. help please. lol

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