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10 pounds lighter and tighter by April - Support thread!
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Hi everyone! I so need this! I've been struggling with my weight for 5 years, that's when I became a stay at home mom. I've been snacking more and moving less. The good thing is I've never been as committed as now to shed this weight. Any help or support would be awesome. I'm 31 years old, My normal weight 5 years ago was 125. I currently weight 148. I would be satisfied once I'm in the low 130's. I'm 5'2. I literally have no muscle! I don't have a work out routine but I did joined the gym on Monday. I'll probably start out with some type of cardio. I'm not sure, I'm completely lost in this area.0
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@yminaya - Way to go, joining the gym! I joined in August and it is one of the best things I've ever done. I love gaining muscle. My mom and boyfriend have both noticed and complimented the difference in how I look. I hope you love it as much as I do. The machines are great for cardio. Personally, I love the elliptical. Do whatever you feel drawn to. I had a personal trainer for the past several months who helped me learn the equipment. I don't think I would have been brave enough to even step foot in the gym without him. Best wishes!0
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@steph_135 thank you so much for the motivation. What machines do you prefer? I'm completely solo. I'm gonna look up some workout routines or something online.0
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Hope everyone had a good Sunday! Sigh- my Super Bowl dreams didn't exactly work out, but I still love my Hawks
Anyway- I thought this would be helpful to some: body fat % calculator
http://www.bmi-calculator.net/body-fat-calculator/
I just did mine and my body fat is approximately 27%. Along with my weight loss goals, I want to get this down too! This is helpful when I am not losing pounds, but losing inches, to remember that the scale doesn't always accurately reflect what's going on in your weight loss journey!
Looking forward to seeing what my % is in April!@steph_135 thank you so much for the motivation. What machines do you prefer? I'm completely solo. I'm gonna look up some workout routines or something online.
I did the new rules of lifting for women in the fall and it got me really comfortable with machines and weights in the gym. Check it out! I'm currently doing Strong Curves, which I really like too. Lots of basic moves for beginners and a great read to learn about the science behind fitness too!
Here goes another week!0 -
Hi everyone! I so need this! I've been struggling with my weight for 5 years, that's when I became a stay at home mom. I've been snacking more and moving less. The good thing is I've never been as committed as now to shed this weight. Any help or support would be awesome. I'm 31 years old, My normal weight 5 years ago was 125. I currently weight 148. I would be satisfied once I'm in the low 130's. I'm 5'2. I literally have no muscle! I don't have a work out routine but I did joined the gym on Monday. I'll probably start out with some type of cardio. I'm not sure, I'm completely lost in this area.
Good morning! Way to go on joining the gym! In addition to working out on my own, I really love taking classes, I.e., spin, TRX, Body Pump, & Boot Camp. For me, it keeps it varied and my muscles are never sore in the same spot!0 -
@steph_135 thank you so much for the motivation. What machines do you prefer? I'm completely solo. I'm gonna look up some workout routines or something online.I did the new rules of lifting for women in the fall and it got me really comfortable with machines and weights in the gym. Check it out! I'm currently doing Strong Curves, which I really like too. Lots of basic moves for beginners and a great read to learn about the science behind fitness too!0
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This weekend was crazy! The company I work for celebrated their 30th anniversary this weekend with a big party at a casino- which meant lots of rich food and drinks. I kept it all in moderation, but still felt a little guilty. Sunday wasn't too terrible- we stayed at home but I still indulged a little. Ready to get back on track today, and continue hitting my weekly goals! I need to find better ways to incorporate protein into my diet- I drink a protein shake after working out and eat a serving at lunch and dinner but I'm still not hitting my macros. Just something that takes a little tweaking I guess.0
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Ugh: Dang, it's depressing.
Using the BF calculator shared by @jlkermode, I have to lose 8pounds and almost 3 inches off my waist AND hips to be 24.99% body fat.
It's going to be a loooong road.
@jgrabowski33: I really need to focus on protein or else I can never meet my macros.
I eat a LOT of meat and still have trouble.
I try not to resort to protein shakes, but sometimes, they can save my numbers and time; great grab to go meal.
I usually throw in 2 cups of baby spinach and flax seeds into my Vitamix, etc. I call them my "walking salads".
Pro: this is my 33rd day of no night-time snacking!!!
I can do it!
Amanda0 -
I over ate a bit much on super bowl so I need to focus and step it up today and rest of week...0
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@jlkermode and @huango : I don't understand this too well. sorry, I really just don't know the lingo and what it means. Would you all be willing to help explain!
Anyway- I thought this would be helpful to some: body fat % calculator
http://www.bmi-calculator.net/body-fat-calculator/
PROS from last week: I learned what does NOT work for success, even though it fit into my calorie count.
CONS: I didn't loose inches or pounds. But I know it was my decisions, so I can fix it!
GAME ON!0 -
Hi everyone! love reading through this thread to see how everything is handling things. If you're interested we have a group that tracks their weight on a spreadsheet, it's great because we sort of make it a friendly competition. Last month we lost a total of 230+ pounds with an average weight loss of 6 pounds per person. Amazing results just by making people accountable!!! Feel free to join if you can!!
Here is the group:
http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/14442-30-days-closer-to-a-new-you
and here is the new spreadsheet:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1-8JpO-39AGw3xXZZ44tJqrAjAbt_fno7ume-8JsZxns
here is a link to last months spreadsheet:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1RI0XF7y-3RJ7i_C4ykECooLi8HiPq2JV3WeQkAVf1Fg/edit
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Hey everyone! I really do need to find a support group to get this weight off....I am tracking and going to the gym a lot but it's not moving. I've started off the week poorly so hoping to jump in here to get and give support. JohnG--I'm going to check out your spreadsheet
Happy week all!0 -
136lbs want to get to 126 by the 26th of april, my 21st0
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My goal is to lose body fat.
The number on the scale is not as relevant.
Example: per the pictures below, I'd rather be the 137# (pic on Right) than the 123# (pic on left).
@sellerskennington:
My goal is to be closer to the 18% picture below.
I think those numbers are rather low, because I'm ~26-30% and I look leaner than 25-26% picture.
Read more here:
nerdfitness.com/blog/2012/07/02/body-fat-percentage/
jencomaskeck.com/2014/04/the-scale-not-worth-its-weight.html
That's why I lift heavy weights and do interval training.
Constant continuous state, such as running or elliptical just allows you to eat more calories, but not really sculpt what you already have.
Amanda0 -
I think I can do this, I don't know when you actually started this thread, but 10lbs by April seems manageable.
My stats:
SW: 159.6 lbs
GW (April): 149.6 lbs
UGW: 143 lbs
We can do itttt. Now if I can just stop eating all that ice cream.... :disagree:0 -
To all who indulged this weekend?::
It's okay! Today's a new day and we're on track keep going peeps, you got this!! Game on!!!
Stress was tryin to get the best of me today (nothing like piles of moving boxes to get ya a little out of sorts) BUT I won't let it change my plan! Which is to eat right and exercise!0 -
Not sure what's going on. Feeling sluggish. Not interested in eating even though I feel a little hungry. Tomorrow is official weigh day for me, but based on today's weight I've lost 7 pounds since last Tuesday. Is that possible??? Anyway, just blah.0
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Is anyone else still posting here? I hope everyone is doing well with your goals.0
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Hey count me in. I'm 193.4 and will be achieving 182 by April.0
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I'm in I gained a little after losing 20 lbs. I need to lose more by April for my trip. My eating been out of control. I really need to get back on track.0
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