Slow moving

Don't get discouraged, you're doing great! Focus on how much you've accomplished already. Don't compare yourself to other people - everyone is different. Your body may be at a plateau, maybe working in some extra exercise may help? I don't think you should eat any less, If you've been at 1200 that's pretty low. I don't think you're doing anything wrong- I'm no expert but it sounds like you're doing lots right! Keep it up!

jenkylynn wrote: »

So I been on a diet since the end of Feb.... My goal had been 20 pounds by May 4. I do the 1200 calorie plan and do my treadmill everyday! I mean everyday even if it's just moderate walking of 30 min. So far I have only lost 11 pounds. I doubt I am going to hit my goal by date. I don't understand what I am doing wrong? Am I crazy to think I should have lost more weight than this? I have friends doing similar plan as me and have been doing it for less time and have lost more

You're more than halfway to your target weight loss and yet you're unhappy? You've lost 11 lbs in about one and a half months which equates to a just under 2 lbs a week (if my maths is correct), 0.5 lbs a week is considered a good rate of loss. At this rate you'll probably actually be really close to your 20 lb loss target by May the 4th. But I have to ask, why set a deadline for this? What happens after May the 4th if you don't hit an exact number? Why not instead focus on a long term goal of leading a sustainable, healthy lifestyle?

You've already lost a lot of weight and at your current rate will lose a significant amount more by that point. You're pretty much on target. Whether you end up losing 15 lbs or 20 lbs by that time, you'll have made a big difference in your health and physique. Maybe praise yourself a bit here, you deserve it.

I know exactly how you feel. I started Feb. 8th and still haven't lost my first 20 lbs even though I ALWAYS stay within my calorie range. However, when I do the math, it tells me I'm losing an average of 1.83 lbs per week, which is what I was aiming for. So you just have to remember that weight loss isn't linear and if you just keep on keeping on, you'll get there. Good luck on your journey.