I've been at it for 1.5 months and I've only lost 3 lbs
FunkyMonkey80
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I'm feeling a little frustrated. I started at 135lb and am now around 131-132. Yes, I'm happy that I've lost some weight, but by now I should be under 130. I went from not going to the gym at all, to running at least 3 times a week for about 5km and I am eating much more consciously. Yes, there are days when I am over my allowed calorie intake, but for the most part I am meeting my goal or am under. I am on the "lose a pound a week" plan.
What is going on??
What is going on??
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What are you doing to determine how many calories you're eating? Are you estimating portions, using measuring cups, or a food scale?
Many of us are terrible at estimating, and using a food scale to weigh all solids in grams will help ensure you're eating as much as you think you are.
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I was plateau-ing as well until I went on the paleo diet. After that, the weight just kept dropping off.0
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PeacefulSeraph wrote: »I was plateau-ing as well until I went on the paleo diet. After that, the weight just kept dropping off.
Since she is losing, she hasn't plateaued. All diets depend upon caloric deficit for loss ... paleo, keto, vegan, atkins, twinkie, etc.0 -
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youre eating more than you think you are0
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brianpperkins wrote: »PeacefulSeraph wrote: »I was plateau-ing as well until I went on the paleo diet. After that, the weight just kept dropping off.
Since she is losing, she hasn't plateaued. All diets depend upon caloric deficit for loss ... paleo, keto, vegan, atkins, twinkie, etc.
If you call that losing... that could be water weight fluctuations. I go up & down by a few pounds every day, but I still call it maintaining when my overall average stays within 2 lbs. of my starting weight. I drink a ton of water, so that's the ONLY reason I'm bringing up the water thing. It's obviously not the same for everyone.
And you don't have to cut calories if you cut out carbs entirely (which is hard).. I'm not super active by any means, and I've lost almost 60lbs eating the same amount of calories, but removing carbs and replacing them with lean meat & veggies. I do occasionally eat fruit, but in limited quantities.0 -
FunkyMonkey80 wrote: »I'm feeling a little frustrated. I started 1t 135lb and am now around 131-132. Yes, I'm happy that I've lost some weight, but by now I should be under 130. I went from not going to the gym at all, to running at least 3 times a week for about 5km and I am eating much more consciously. Yes, there are days when I am over my allowed calorie intake, but for the most part I am meeting my goal or am under. I am on the "lose a pound a week" plan.
What is going on??
Perfect, you're on the right track! You started out trying to lose 17 pounds, and a 3 pound loss comes out to a little less than a pound a month. I suggest you weigh your food and log everything you eat to make sure you are accurate. Also, since you have so little to lose, I suggest just setting your goals to lose a half pound a month. You need to be patient because you sound like you are at or close to a healthy weight already and your weight will naturally come off slower. You want to lose weight in a sustainable way so that you are able to keep it off.0 -
Height, age?FunkyMonkey80 wrote: »I'm feeling a little frustrated. I started at 135lb and am now around 131-132. Yes, I'm happy that I've lost some weight, but by now I should be under 130. I went from not going to the gym at all, to running at least 3 times a week for about 5km and I am eating much more consciously. Yes, there are days when I am over my allowed calorie intake, but for the most part I am meeting my goal or am under. I am on the "lose a pound a week" plan.
What is going on??
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PeacefulSeraph wrote: »brianpperkins wrote: »PeacefulSeraph wrote: »I was plateau-ing as well until I went on the paleo diet. After that, the weight just kept dropping off.
Since she is losing, she hasn't plateaued. All diets depend upon caloric deficit for loss ... paleo, keto, vegan, atkins, twinkie, etc.
If you call that losing... that could be water weight fluctuations. I go up & down by a few pounds every day, but I still call it maintaining when my overall average stays within 2 lbs. of my starting weight. I drink a ton of water, so that's the ONLY reason I'm bringing up the water thing. It's obviously not the same for everyone.
And you don't have to cut calories if you cut out carbs entirely (which is hard).. I'm not super active by any means, and I've lost almost 60lbs eating the same amount of calories, but removing carbs and replacing them with lean meat & veggies. I do occasionally eat fruit, but in limited quantities.
To lose fat, you do need to cut calories. Claiming that what she sees might be water weight fluctuations then saying one doesn't need to cut calories if they cut carbs, which results in a water weight loss tied to the loss of stored glycogen is irony at its best. Thank you for the Sunday morning laugh.0 -
Agree with those asking for more info regarding your logging accuracy.
You have about 10 more pounds to go. With a start goal of losing around 15 pounds, it's best to be losing at a rate of about 1/2 lb/wk, which you are. You're probably just eating into your deficit enough because of inaccurate logging that instead of losing the one pound you asked for, you're losing a half pound. That's not a bad thing. However, if eventually you stop losing (for at least 4-6 weeks with consistent logging), then you should really tighten up your logging.0 -
PeacefulSeraph wrote: »I was plateau-ing as well until I went on the paleo diet. After that, the weight just kept dropping off.
Not a plateau because she's losing. By they way, diet type has nothing to do with weight loss, it's all about the calorie deficit. Diet type for weight loss is preference.0 -
Ok, to clear things up: I use a food scale, measuring cups, etc. I always measure and will always lean to the higher end of measurement if I`m a little unsure.0
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Like I said, there is always a day in the week that I am at least 1000 over in calories. Holiday parties and weekends ruin me.0
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FunkyMonkey80 wrote: »Ok, to clear things up: I use a food scale, measuring cups, etc. I always measure and will always lean to the higher end of measurement if I`m a little unsure.
Well, if you're losing at a slower weight than what you set your goals for, there is inaccuracy somewhere. Do you log cardio exercise and eat those calories back? Where do you get your burns from?
Please open your diary if you want more specific help.0 -
FunkyMonkey80 wrote: »Like I said, there is always a day in the week that I am at least 1000 over in calories. Holiday parties and weekends ruin me.
That can lessen a calorie deficit, especially if you add up the week's calories.
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FunkyMonkey80 wrote: »Ok, to clear things up: I use a food scale, measuring cups, etc. I always measure and will always lean to the higher end of measurement if I`m a little unsure.
Well, if you're losing at a slower weight than what you set your goals for, there is inaccuracy somewhere. Do you log cardio exercise and eat those calories back? Where do you get your burns from?
Please open your diary if you want more specific help.
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FunkyMonkey80 wrote: »I'm feeling a little frustrated. I started 1t 135lb and am now around 131-132. Yes, I'm happy that I've lost some weight, but by now I should be under 130. I went from not going to the gym at all, to running at least 3 times a week for about 5km and I am eating much more consciously. Yes, there are days when I am over my allowed calorie intake, but for the most part I am meeting my goal or am under. I am on the "lose a pound a week" plan.
What is going on??
Perfect, you're on the right track! You started out trying to lose 17 pounds, and a 3 pound loss comes out to a little less than a pound a month. I suggest you weigh your food and log everything you eat to make sure you are accurate. Also, since you have so little to lose, I suggest just setting your goals to lose a half pound a month. You need to be patient because you sound like you are at or close to a healthy weight already and your weight will naturally come off slower. You want to lose weight in a sustainable way so that you are able to keep it off.
Thank you!! You`re making me feel better. I do think it is likely those days that I go way over that kind of take away from my progress. But you`re right, I need to be more patient. At least I've lost some weight! 0 -
FunkyMonkey80 wrote: »Like I said, there is always a day in the week that I am at least 1000 over in calories. Holiday parties and weekends ruin me.
Well, there's part of it right there. You're eating into that 1 lb/wk deficit that you asked MFP for, so you're not losing the 1 lb/wk.
Also, what do you use the measuring cups for? Just liquid? Solids should all be measured, even prepackaged stuff. Also, if you're going over because of holiday parties, I'd assume you're eating things that you didn't make. So, you have to choose something from the database that's maybe close, but not exact. So you're going over because of deliberately eating into your deficit and some guessing when logging. If you want to lose more (but again, 1/2 lb/wk is really good for the amount you have to lose), you have to be more accurate.0 -
You're in normal for BMI, so you're loss goal should be more like .25 lbs a week.FunkyMonkey80 wrote: »35 yr old and 163cm (5'4)
Try being consistent for a week (don't eat the extra 1000 calories) and see what happens.
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Thank you all for your feedback! You know what, I just looked over my diary for the past 2 weeks and I`ve actually always been a little bit over (sometimes a lot a bit) and my sugar is always over. I think sugar may be the main culprit. I now feel a little silly for having asked for advice. I think in my head I feel I am being healthier because I`m logging and exercising.. but that`s just not enough. Time to be more hard-assed! haha0
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Acknowledgement is always good. Keeps you honest with yourself.FunkyMonkey80 wrote: »Thank you all for your feedback! You know what, I just looked over my diary for the past 2 weeks and I`ve actually always been a little bit over (sometimes a lot a bit) and my sugar is always over. I think sugar may be the main culprit. I now feel a little silly for having asked for advice. I think in my head I feel I am being healthier because I`m logging and exercising.. but that`s just not enough. Time to be more hard-assed! haha
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brianpperkins wrote: »PeacefulSeraph wrote: »brianpperkins wrote: »PeacefulSeraph wrote: »I was plateau-ing as well until I went on the paleo diet. After that, the weight just kept dropping off.
Since she is losing, she hasn't plateaued. All diets depend upon caloric deficit for loss ... paleo, keto, vegan, atkins, twinkie, etc.
If you call that losing... that could be water weight fluctuations. I go up & down by a few pounds every day, but I still call it maintaining when my overall average stays within 2 lbs. of my starting weight. I drink a ton of water, so that's the ONLY reason I'm bringing up the water thing. It's obviously not the same for everyone.
And you don't have to cut calories if you cut out carbs entirely (which is hard).. I'm not super active by any means, and I've lost almost 60lbs eating the same amount of calories, but removing carbs and replacing them with lean meat & veggies. I do occasionally eat fruit, but in limited quantities.
To lose fat, you do need to cut calories. Claiming that what she sees might be water weight fluctuations then saying one doesn't need to cut calories if they cut carbs, which results in a water weight loss tied to the loss of stored glycogen is irony at its best. Thank you for the Sunday morning laugh.
No need to be rude.
Not saying for her it's water weight, just talking about myself. I personally go up and down each day, but at the end of the week I lose about 4-5lbs, and keep at that pace. The reason cutting carbs works for ME is because I have trouble digesting gluten, grains, sugars (fructose, lactose), and it creates bloating and slows my digestion down to a crawl. Of course I continue losing weight, as anyone would, with more fiber (in veggies) and a healthy digestive system. She made have food sensitivies that need to be dealt with that are causing her to lose so slowly. THAT was all I was getting at. Geez...
And the reason I said paleo, is because it cuts out a lot of the foods that can potentially cause bloating like legumes and gluten. Thus, that's why that diet works for ME. I'm simply suggesting it may work for her too. Also elimination diets can be amazing figuring out sensitivies as well- if that's a problem.
And I don't cut calories, I barely exercise (due to job), but I still lose weight. Maybe it's my metabolism, but as someone who was almost 200lbs and dropped 60 by diet alone... I found what works for ME.0 -
PeacefulSeraph wrote: »brianpperkins wrote: »PeacefulSeraph wrote: »brianpperkins wrote: »PeacefulSeraph wrote: »I was plateau-ing as well until I went on the paleo diet. After that, the weight just kept dropping off.
Since she is losing, she hasn't plateaued. All diets depend upon caloric deficit for loss ... paleo, keto, vegan, atkins, twinkie, etc.
If you call that losing... that could be water weight fluctuations. I go up & down by a few pounds every day, but I still call it maintaining when my overall average stays within 2 lbs. of my starting weight. I drink a ton of water, so that's the ONLY reason I'm bringing up the water thing. It's obviously not the same for everyone.
And you don't have to cut calories if you cut out carbs entirely (which is hard).. I'm not super active by any means, and I've lost almost 60lbs eating the same amount of calories, but removing carbs and replacing them with lean meat & veggies. I do occasionally eat fruit, but in limited quantities.
To lose fat, you do need to cut calories. Claiming that what she sees might be water weight fluctuations then saying one doesn't need to cut calories if they cut carbs, which results in a water weight loss tied to the loss of stored glycogen is irony at its best. Thank you for the Sunday morning laugh.
No need to be rude.
Not saying for her it's water weight, just talking about myself. I personally go up and down each day, but at the end of the week I lose about 4-5lbs, and keep at that pace. The reason cutting carbs works for ME is because I have trouble digesting gluten, grains, sugars (fructose, lactose), and it creates bloating and slows my digestion down to a crawl. Of course I continue losing weight, as anyone would, with more fiber (in veggies) and a healthy digestive system. She made have food sensitivies that need to be dealt with that are causing her to lose so slowly. THAT was all I was getting at. Geez...
And the reason I said paleo, is because it cuts out a lot of the foods that can potentially cause bloating like legumes and gluten. Thus, that's why that diet works for ME. I'm simply suggesting it may work for her too. Also elimination diets can be amazing figuring out sensitivies as well- if that's a problem.
And I don't cut calories, I barely exercise (due to job), but I still lose weight. Maybe it's my metabolism, but as someone who was almost 200lbs and dropped 60 by diet alone... I found what works for ME.
Thank you, Peaceful. I appreciated your reply. Actually, you have addressed a worry I have. Sometimes I get so bloated after I eat that I literally look at least 3 months pregnant. I`ve been told it could be because I eat too fast, but sometimes I wonder if I have food sensitivities. I have actually thought about going Paleo. I have a friend that is on that diet and it has changed his life (physically and mentally).
By the way, way to go on your weight loss!! That is amazing!! 0 -
PeacefulSeraph wrote: »brianpperkins wrote: »PeacefulSeraph wrote: »brianpperkins wrote: »PeacefulSeraph wrote: »I was plateau-ing as well until I went on the paleo diet. After that, the weight just kept dropping off.
Since she is losing, she hasn't plateaued. All diets depend upon caloric deficit for loss ... paleo, keto, vegan, atkins, twinkie, etc.
If you call that losing... that could be water weight fluctuations. I go up & down by a few pounds every day, but I still call it maintaining when my overall average stays within 2 lbs. of my starting weight. I drink a ton of water, so that's the ONLY reason I'm bringing up the water thing. It's obviously not the same for everyone.
And you don't have to cut calories if you cut out carbs entirely (which is hard).. I'm not super active by any means, and I've lost almost 60lbs eating the same amount of calories, but removing carbs and replacing them with lean meat & veggies. I do occasionally eat fruit, but in limited quantities.
To lose fat, you do need to cut calories. Claiming that what she sees might be water weight fluctuations then saying one doesn't need to cut calories if they cut carbs, which results in a water weight loss tied to the loss of stored glycogen is irony at its best. Thank you for the Sunday morning laugh.
No need to be rude.
Not saying for her it's water weight, just talking about myself. I personally go up and down each day, but at the end of the week I lose about 4-5lbs, and keep at that pace. The reason cutting carbs works for ME is because I have trouble digesting gluten, grains, sugars (fructose, lactose), and it creates bloating and slows my digestion down to a crawl. Of course I continue losing weight, as anyone would, with more fiber (in veggies) and a healthy digestive system. She made have food sensitivies that need to be dealt with that are causing her to lose so slowly. THAT was all I was getting at. Geez...
And the reason I said paleo, is because it cuts out a lot of the foods that can potentially cause bloating like legumes and gluten. Thus, that's why that diet works for ME. I'm simply suggesting it may work for her too. Also elimination diets can be amazing figuring out sensitivies as well- if that's a problem.
And I don't cut calories, I barely exercise (due to job), but I still lose weight. Maybe it's my metabolism, but as someone who was almost 200lbs and dropped 60 by diet alone... I found what works for ME.
YOU cut calories. It is that simple. Science trumps every time.0 -
I didn't start losing weight until I really dedicated myself to the cause. I weigh EVERYTHING, log everything, and if it doesn't fit I don't eat it. I'm dropping weight like crazy and am loving the progress so far. Honestly take a look at your logs and what you're eating. If you're eating back exercise calories maybe start by cutting back on how many you eat, you could be over estimating exercise and eating yourself into maintenance more than you think!0
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FunkyMonkey80 wrote: »Thank you all for your feedback! You know what, I just looked over my diary for the past 2 weeks and I`ve actually always been a little bit over (sometimes a lot a bit) and my sugar is always over. I think sugar may be the main culprit. I now feel a little silly for having asked for advice. I think in my head I feel I am being healthier because I`m logging and exercising.. but that`s just not enough. Time to be more hard-assed! haha
Sometimes you need to seek input from others so you can see where the problems are
Going over on your sugar is OK, though that's a topic many may debate. Calories are what matter.
Also, your measuring cups should be for liquids only - they're not good for solids at all.
If you look on the app on your phone, go to More>Nutrition and you can see your calorie intake for the week, as well as how much over/under you are for the week. Might be helpful in this case!
I'm only trying to maintain right now - there's treats galore everywhere, and I love to sample stuff that's only around for the Christmas season. I'll get back in the losing mindset after the new year.
You've got this!
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macgurlnet wrote: »FunkyMonkey80 wrote: »Thank you all for your feedback! You know what, I just looked over my diary for the past 2 weeks and I`ve actually always been a little bit over (sometimes a lot a bit) and my sugar is always over. I think sugar may be the main culprit. I now feel a little silly for having asked for advice. I think in my head I feel I am being healthier because I`m logging and exercising.. but that`s just not enough. Time to be more hard-assed! haha
Sometimes you need to seek input from others so you can see where the problems are
Going over on your sugar is OK, though that's a topic many may debate. Calories are what matter.
Also, your measuring cups should be for liquids only - they're not good for solids at all.
If you look on the app on your phone, go to More>Nutrition and you can see your calorie intake for the week, as well as how much over/under you are for the week. Might be helpful in this case!
I'm only trying to maintain right now - there's treats galore everywhere, and I love to sample stuff that's only around for the Christmas season. I'll get back in the losing mindset after the new year.
You've got this!
~Lyssa
Thank you, Lyssa! I only use measuring cups for liquids. Unfortunately I have a Blackberry and I can`t the MFP app, so I do everything on my computer. But I`m assuming I can find that tool on my PC as well.
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You're in normal for BMI, so you're loss goal should be more like .25 lbs a week.FunkyMonkey80 wrote: »35 yr old and 163cm (5'4)
Try being consistent for a week (don't eat the extra 1000 calories) and see what happens.
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First question. How many calories does your body need ???? It tough to determine how much if you don't know where to be or start ?? What macro ratio are u ? Are u eating gluten free ? Or close to it Too much wheat will bloat you including beer and alcohol. To get serious get a body comp test. Determine a base line and start tracking A nutritionist should be able to do this Good luck Btw 2-3 lb per month is 25-35 lbs for the yr Nice and consistent weight lose is the was to go. Good luck0 -
FunkyMonkey80 wrote: »macgurlnet wrote: »FunkyMonkey80 wrote: »Thank you all for your feedback! You know what, I just looked over my diary for the past 2 weeks and I`ve actually always been a little bit over (sometimes a lot a bit) and my sugar is always over. I think sugar may be the main culprit. I now feel a little silly for having asked for advice. I think in my head I feel I am being healthier because I`m logging and exercising.. but that`s just not enough. Time to be more hard-assed! haha
Sometimes you need to seek input from others so you can see where the problems are
Going over on your sugar is OK, though that's a topic many may debate. Calories are what matter.
Also, your measuring cups should be for liquids only - they're not good for solids at all.
If you look on the app on your phone, go to More>Nutrition and you can see your calorie intake for the week, as well as how much over/under you are for the week. Might be helpful in this case!
I'm only trying to maintain right now - there's treats galore everywhere, and I love to sample stuff that's only around for the Christmas season. I'll get back in the losing mindset after the new year.
You've got this!
~Lyssa
Thank you, Lyssa! I only use measuring cups for liquids. Unfortunately I have a Blackberry and I can`t the MFP app, so I do everything on my computer. But I`m assuming I can find that tool on my PC as well.
It's not as pretty, but I believe if you click on the Reports tab, you can then choose to view Net Calories over a period of time. It won't do the math for you, but you'll be able to see which day(s) you're over.
Net is the number you care about as far as weight loss goes.
~Lyssa0
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