10 pounds lighter and tighter by April - Support thread!

@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!

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!

yminaya wrote: »

@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!

yminaya wrote: »

@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 like going solo too (as in, without a friend to distract me). I love the elliptical. I use it for my 10 min warmup before weights. I also love the rowing machine (for about 500 metres). I don't use it long, but it warms up the arms, back, and legs all in one. Watch a video for proper form before using. I also love this one machine that simulates running (wide strides) but can also be used as a stepper. It's low-impact. You could ask at the desk if they have it. I like the tabata bike once in a while, but you might not want to start there. (Intervals. My legs wobble when I get off it after eight 20 second intervals.) And the good old treadmill, but I would prefer to run outside these days. That's what I like best. (I hope you ment cardio machines. Haha!) Message me if you have any other questions. Here to help.

jlkermode wrote: »

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!

I loved/own the NROLFW book, but I haven't tried it yet. Maybe now that I'm done with my trainer... What is Strong Curves? I've been seeing it on the forums a lot. I'll have to google it.

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!

Amanda

@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!

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!

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.

Amanda

Is anyone else still posting here? I hope everyone is doing well with your goals.

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.

I would like to join this group. I am 5'7" and currently weigh 155. In April I would like to be 145. Any of you all can add me as a friend. My biggest weakness is sweets.....gotta fight my sweet tooth especially when I want to stress eat

@riegrac‌, I'm also addicted to sweets. I don't have a preference. I'll eat anything that's sweet.
On another note, I did an hour of Zumba! This is my first workout in years. To those of you who are feeling down, please know that every little bit helps. One hour today maybe a little more tomorrow but I'm working on it.

I am getting married on October 25 and would love to lose 30-40 lbs by then. I know it's important to set smaller goals because oftentimes the bigger goals seem insurmountable, but it's really only about a pound a week from now until mid October. But to think a little more short term and feel victory in meeting smaller goals I think 10lbs by April seems totally reasonable. I'm so on board!!

10 pounds in my goal! I am currently working on having it off by April 1. I am 5'5 and weigh 163. I have a 1 1/2 year old daughter and that is when I gained alot of weight and still working on getting it all off. Before pregnancy I weighed 148lbs and was a curvy and fit size 7. I want to be back at that. I have already lost 55 lbs. Daily calorie goal is anywhere from 1200 to 1500. Currently I do 20 min of HIIT followed by 20 min of moderately heavy lifting 5 days a week. I am trying to watch and make sure I don't eat too many carbs, too much sodium, and too much sugar. It not realistic for me to cut those out completely so everything in moderation. Def trying to up my water intake and eat a large serving of veggies with either lunch or dinner every day. I could use the support and like minds in this challenge/journey. I need to work on uploading a current photo, a pre-pregnancy photo, and hopefully an after photo showing my success. Good luck to you all!

I need to do this! I'm 5'6" and currently about 142b. Target 127lb, though possibly a bit less if I can make that! Fitting into my skinny wardrobe would mean getting closer to 121lb, but that would also mean having virtually no boobs!
My daily calorie goal is 1200-1500 and at the moment I'm slacking a bit on the exercise, apart from walking/running with the dogs every day. Diet wise I'm a vegetarian and would usually eat reasonably well, except that chocolate is my downfall. At least I know where to start improving!