Losing motivation

sdbanton
sdbanton Posts: 1 Member
edited November 22 in Motivation and Support
started 3 weeks ago, have not gone off at all, some days eating less than allowed, have only lost 4.6 lbs. have a hard time with excersize as I fractured both feet last year. Need some suggestions, 52 so thinking maybe the whole menopause thing might be slowing me down.

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  • fiddletime
    fiddletime Posts: 1,868 Member
    I'm 60 and have plantar fasciitis. I'm doing T25 exercise DVDs now but I slow it down with the modifier person as my body demands. Weight loss is calories. I've also lost 5 pounds in 6 weeks. I'm thrilled. Go at s slow and easy pace so that you can be comfortable and keep it off.
  • tawanda25
    tawanda25 Posts: 32 Member
    I too have problems with my feet. I try 10 minute intervals so I don't over due it with the feet. I found on youtube exercise for people who have to be in a seated position. That too gives me some extra movement. Add a few 1 pound weights and you will make it even better. Feel free to add me as a friend. It is always a journey to eat well, exercise, sleep, drink water...so motivating each other and being accountable is what I am looking for if you are interested. :)
  • mamadon
    mamadon Posts: 1,422 Member
    I'm 53, so I know it can be done. Losing weight is about the calorie count, strictly speaking you don't have to exercise in order to lose. 4 pounds in 3 weeks is actually pretty good, just keep going! :smiley:
  • 21DaniJM
    21DaniJM Posts: 1 Member
    I read that arm workouts can speed up your metabolism, if that helps.
  • linzi02
    linzi02 Posts: 74 Member
    4.6lbs in 3 weeks is great! My weight is coming off pretty slow at the minute about 0.5 - 1lb per week and I know how tough it can be to keep motivate when you feel it's going slowly, but at least it is coming off - that's the main thing! As for exercise, maybe something that is less impact on your feet like swimming or cycling?

    Keep up the good work though - you're doing great :)
  • lemmie177
    lemmie177 Posts: 479 Member
    edited August 2015
    You are making incredible progress and I think its totally natural to fall into a rut from time to time, as long as you come back out. Exercise is great, good for you, and I'll never not recommend strength training... but eat less+exercise less is a totally viable option, too. If you're feeling worn down/stressed/demotivated, give yourself a rest for a few days. I often find motivation and willpower revived after a little break.
  • MyChocolateDiet
    MyChocolateDiet Posts: 22,281 Member
    That happens sometimes.
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