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bgonzalez_2016
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Hi guys maybe you guys can help me out ... I cut my calorie intake from 1500 to 1200, completely cut out soda and red meat (except for seafood and chicken) Eating 3 servings of veggies daily, staying under 135 carbs a day, doing 35-45 minutes of HIIT everyday 5x a week, and only managed to lose 3 lbs in 2 weeks
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Go to the top of this page and click on the link "Most helpful posts." Read them and put the advice into action.5
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First of all, 3 lbs in 2 weeks is great!
Second of all, how much weight per week did you tell MFP you want to lose and how many calories are you eating?
Third of all, how much weight are you trying to lose in total?
That being said, exercise is for health and fitness. What you eat impacts your health, satiety, body composition goals, and probably other stuff too. But to lose weight, the only thing that matters is a calorie deficit. (Exercise is one way to achieve/increase it).6 -
Only? That's great progress - maybe you should have more realistic expectations. How much did you think you should lose in only 2 weeks?7
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1.5 lbs a week is a huge amount! Your expectations are all that need adjusting. Losing weight is a slow process.10
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Ready2Rock206 wrote: »Only? That's great progress - maybe you should have more realistic expectations. How much did you think you should lose in only 2 weeks?
I was reading in an article on Live strong that the first week you should see a significantly weight loss 3-5 lbs since it's the first week and every week after that should be between 1 to 2 pounds a week...I guess I had high expectations lol5 -
You'd better eat meat, rother than bread26
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bgonzalez_2016 wrote: »Ready2Rock206 wrote: »Only? That's great progress - maybe you should have more realistic expectations. How much did you think you should lose in only 2 weeks?
I was reading in an article on Live strong that the first week you should see a significantly weight loss 3-5 lbs since it's the first week and every week after that should be between 1 to 2 pounds a week...I guess I had high expectations lol
You should only lose 2 lbs a week if you're over 200 lbs.
How much do you have to lose?3 -
bgonzalez_2016 wrote: »Ready2Rock206 wrote: »Only? That's great progress - maybe you should have more realistic expectations. How much did you think you should lose in only 2 weeks?
I was reading in an article on Live strong that the first week you should see a significantly weight loss 3-5 lbs since it's the first week and every week after that should be between 1 to 2 pounds a week...I guess I had high expectations lol
You should only lose 2 lbs a week if you're over 200 lbs.
How much do you have to lose?
I want to lose 40 lbs I'm at 185 and want to get to 1450 -
1 lb/week is normal then. Sometimes you do see a bigger loss in the first couple of weeks, but it's mostly water weight. And although it's common, it's not universal.2
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@bgonzalez_2016 First off, that is great progress. Someone else stated this, and I agree....you might want to readjust your expectations. And, not saying that with any tone or any negative vibe. I say this as I know that the written word does not convey the spirit of the message being sent necessarily.
And, I will ask - what are your other stats? Obviously you are female. You weigh 185lbs. If I might ask, how tall are you and how old are you? The reason that I ask those questions is so that we might help you - if you are interested - in determining a few things.
Also, before you cut your Caloric Intake from 1500 calories to 1200 calories, for how long were you on 1,500 calories? And, for how long have you been at 1200 calories?
At what caloric intake level were you before the 1500 calories?
The reason that I am asking.....I see a lot of females who cut their calories really low (not judging.....just notice trends) and do a lot of cardio and they end up putting themselves in a very undesirable place over time. Especially if they have 'dieted' a bunch of times in their lives. The human body adapts very well - up or down - and becomes very efficient at things....thus, the need to do more to see any gains. So, eventually 45 minutes of cardio is not effective for you....you need to do one hour.....and then 75 minutes and then 90 minutes and and and...
Make sense?
Not jumping on your case about anything.....just asking - hopefully - some good questions.4 -
CWShultz27105 wrote: »@bgonzalez_2016 First off, that is great progress. Someone else stated this, and I agree....you might want to readjust your expectations. And, not saying that with any tone or any negative vibe. I say this as I know that the written word does not convey the spirit of the message being sent necessarily.
And, I will ask - what are your other stats? Obviously you are female. You weigh 185lbs. If I might ask, how tall are you and how old are you? The reason that I ask those questions is so that we might help you - if you are interested - in determining a few things.
Also, before you cut your Caloric Intake from 1500 calories to 1200 calories, for how long were you on 1,500 calories? And, for how long have you been at 1200 calories?
At what caloric intake level were you before the 1500 calories?
The reason that I am asking.....I see a lot of females who cut their calories really low (not judging.....just notice trends) and do a lot of cardio and they end up putting themselves in a very undesirable place over time. Especially if they have 'dieted' a bunch of times in their lives. The human body adapts very well - up or down - and becomes very efficient at things....thus, the need to do more to see any gains. So, eventually 45 minutes of cardio is not effective for you....you need to do one hour.....and then 75 minutes and then 90 minutes and and and...
Make sense?
Not jumping on your case about anything.....just asking - hopefully - some good questions.
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CWShultz27105 wrote: »@bgonzalez_2016 First off, that is great progress. Someone else stated this, and I agree....you might want to readjust your expectations. And, not saying that with any tone or any negative vibe. I say this as I know that the written word does not convey the spirit of the message being sent necessarily.
And, I will ask - what are your other stats? Obviously you are female. You weigh 185lbs. If I might ask, how tall are you and how old are you? The reason that I ask those questions is so that we might help you - if you are interested - in determining a few things.
Also, before you cut your Caloric Intake from 1500 calories to 1200 calories, for how long were you on 1,500 calories? And, for how long have you been at 1200 calories?
At what caloric intake level were you before the 1500 calories?
The reason that I am asking.....I see a lot of females who cut their calories really low (not judging.....just notice trends) and do a lot of cardio and they end up putting themselves in a very undesirable place over time. Especially if they have 'dieted' a bunch of times in their lives. The human body adapts very well - up or down - and becomes very efficient at things....thus, the need to do more to see any gains. So, eventually 45 minutes of cardio is not effective for you....you need to do one hour.....and then 75 minutes and then 90 minutes and and and...
Make sense?
Not jumping on your case about anything.....just asking - hopefully - some good questions.
I'm 5'2 34 years old been on 1200 calories for 2 weeks now was doing 1500-2500 calories before I went to 1200 .... So I need to increase my exercise time every week or every day?2 -
bgonzalez_2016 wrote: »Hi guys maybe you guys can help me out ... I cut my calorie intake from 1500 to 1200, completely cut out soda and red meat (except for seafood and chicken) Eating 3 servings of veggies daily, staying under 135 carbs a day, doing 35-45 minutes of HIIT everyday 5x a week, and only managed to lose 3 lbs in 2 weeks
only? this isn't biggest loser, what were you expecting?4 -
bgonzalez_2016 wrote: »Ready2Rock206 wrote: »Only? That's great progress - maybe you should have more realistic expectations. How much did you think you should lose in only 2 weeks?
I was reading in an article on Live strong that the first week you should see a significantly weight loss 3-5 lbs since it's the first week and every week after that should be between 1 to 2 pounds a week...I guess I had high expectations lol
Not everyone has a big drop the first week. I never did. And if you did it would be mostly water anyway. Whatever you read seems to have set you up for disappointment. But you shouldn't be disappointed. You're right on track.
Try not to overcomplicate things, though. You don't have to cut out foods or drinks that you love, unless you have trouble moderating them and getting a balanced diet.1 -
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TavistockToad wrote: »bgonzalez_2016 wrote: »Hi guys maybe you guys can help me out ... I cut my calorie intake from 1500 to 1200, completely cut out soda and red meat (except for seafood and chicken) Eating 3 servings of veggies daily, staying under 135 carbs a day, doing 35-45 minutes of HIIT everyday 5x a week, and only managed to lose 3 lbs in 2 weeks
only? this isn't biggest loser, what were you expecting?
No need to be rude, as I had PREVIOUSLY stated I had read an article that states the first week you tend to lose the most weight.. so there's no need for you to get smart we're here to encourage each other not make fun or ridicule them some of us are new to this and don't have that experience others have5 -
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bgonzalez_2016 wrote: »CWShultz27105 wrote: »@bgonzalez_2016 First off, that is great progress. Someone else stated this, and I agree....you might want to readjust your expectations. And, not saying that with any tone or any negative vibe. I say this as I know that the written word does not convey the spirit of the message being sent necessarily.
And, I will ask - what are your other stats? Obviously you are female. You weigh 185lbs. If I might ask, how tall are you and how old are you? The reason that I ask those questions is so that we might help you - if you are interested - in determining a few things.
Also, before you cut your Caloric Intake from 1500 calories to 1200 calories, for how long were you on 1,500 calories? And, for how long have you been at 1200 calories?
At what caloric intake level were you before the 1500 calories?
The reason that I am asking.....I see a lot of females who cut their calories really low (not judging.....just notice trends) and do a lot of cardio and they end up putting themselves in a very undesirable place over time. Especially if they have 'dieted' a bunch of times in their lives. The human body adapts very well - up or down - and becomes very efficient at things....thus, the need to do more to see any gains. So, eventually 45 minutes of cardio is not effective for you....you need to do one hour.....and then 75 minutes and then 90 minutes and and and...
Make sense?
Not jumping on your case about anything.....just asking - hopefully - some good questions.
I'm 5'2 34 years old been on 1200 calories for 2 weeks now was doing 1500-2500 calories before I went to 1200 .... So I need to increase my exercise time every week or every day?
I'm not the person who posted this, but I suspect the message you might take from it is to consider increasing your calories up from 1200 so you don't get into a situation where you have damaged your body and have to keep increasing the exercise to maintain losses.1 -
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With the amount of training you are doing you should consume around 1800-1900 kcal pr day. Do not reduce the kcal to much because it will have the opposite effect. Focus on whole healthy nutrient dense foods and lots of veggies and water. When your weight start to stagnate, than recalculate your calorie intake.1 -
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Nothing wrong with bread. Where do you get your information from? I see a lot of false broscience and woo posted by you, which you've necer backed up with reputable sources when asked to do so.
Yes, I take info from out of the USA trainers and dietitians. I am sure it;s not a big criminal. I linked the videos, but not many people can translate. Broscience...???
The other thing, most of women can not process carbs as good as men. Therefore, proteins are better for women in many aspects, than just simple carbs=bread. I am sure, you don't think that I am oppose all carbs. Veggies, fruits and some grains are good, but amounts have to be under constant control.
If people just repeat the same things again and again without helping other, who has asked about help. Why not to try something new? when the rest of your idies allredy failed?
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Nothing wrong with bread. Where do you get your information from? I see a lot of false broscience and woo posted by you, which you've necer backed up with reputable sources when asked to do so.
Yes, I take info from out of the USA trainers and dietitians. I am sure it;s not a big criminal. I linked the videos, but not many people can translate. Broscience...???
The other thing, most of women can not process carbs as good as men. Therefore, proteins are better for women in many aspects, than just simple carbs=bread. I am sure, you don't think that I am oppose all carbs. Veggies, fruits and some grains are good, but amounts have to be under constant control.
If people just repeat the same things again and again without helping other, who has asked about help. Why not to try something new? when the rest of your idies allredy failed?
Huh?? The OP is not failing. She lost weight. Which means she's doing exactly as she intended.
And since when do women and men process macros differently. Please post your references.3 -
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Nothing wrong with bread. Where do you get your information from? I see a lot of false broscience and woo posted by you, which you've necer backed up with reputable sources when asked to do so.
Yes, I take info from out of the USA trainers and dietitians. I am sure it;s not a big criminal. I linked the videos, but not many people can translate. Broscience...???
The other thing, most of women can not process carbs as good as men. Therefore, proteins are better for women in many aspects, than just simple carbs=bread. I am sure, you don't think that I am oppose all carbs. Veggies, fruits and some grains are good, but amounts have to be under constant control.
If people just repeat the same things again and again without helping other, who has asked about help. Why not to try something new? when the rest of your idies allredy failed?
I'm pretty sure that this isn't the first time you've thrown shade at bread.
OP, great job on your losses so far! Don't get impatient and don't lower your calories too quickly to an unsustainable level. You seem to be working out a lot for what you're eating. Consider re-adjusting your MFP account and following the calories guidelines it gives you. You don't have a LOT of weight to lose, so I'd even consider setting your per week weight loss goal to under 2lbs/week to get some calories back.
Consider eating *some* of your exercise calories back if you start to feel that your calorie goal is too difficult to maintain. Keep in mind that fitness and HR monitors aren't always accurate, so be cautious about overeating the EXERCISE calories back.
And remember that you're actually doing really well and that you're starting from a good place - your weight loss should be a bit more gradual than someone who may have over 100 lbs to lose (like me!).6 -
bgonzalez_2016 wrote: »Hi guys maybe you guys can help me out ... I cut my calorie intake from 1500 to 1200, completely cut out soda and red meat (except for seafood and chicken) Eating 3 servings of veggies daily, staying under 135 carbs a day, doing 35-45 minutes of HIIT everyday 5x a week, and only managed to lose 3 lbs in 2 weeksbgonzalez_2016 wrote: »bgonzalez_2016 wrote: »Ready2Rock206 wrote: »Only? That's great progress - maybe you should have more realistic expectations. How much did you think you should lose in only 2 weeks?
I was reading in an article on Live strong that the first week you should see a significantly weight loss 3-5 lbs since it's the first week and every week after that should be between 1 to 2 pounds a week...I guess I had high expectations lol
You should only lose 2 lbs a week if you're over 200 lbs.
How much do you have to lose?
I want to lose 40 lbs I'm at 185 and want to get to 145
You have been losing at a nice rate.
This way, you're not eating too much or too little.
You should be able to stick to your deficit long enough to reach goal. You don't want to crash and burn!
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That's a pretty good loss.. Be careful at only 1200 calories, as you may plateau if not eating enough calories5
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BeachBaby_81 wrote: »That's a pretty good loss.. Be careful at only 1200 calories, as you may plateau if not eating enough calories
A "plateau" is generally caused by complacency, underestimating intake, overestimating calorie burn not from eating low calorie. You might see adaptive thermogenesis from long-term low calorie dieting but that would be still be slow weight loss, not no weight loss unless 1200 calories is very close to your TDEE.6 -
tinkerbellang83 wrote: »BeachBaby_81 wrote: »That's a pretty good loss.. Be careful at only 1200 calories, as you may plateau if not eating enough calories
A "plateau" is generally caused by complacency, underestimating intake, overestimating calorie burn not from eating low calorie. You might see adaptive thermogenesis from long-term low calorie dieting but that would be still be slow weight loss, not no weight loss unless 1200 calories is very close to your TDEE.
I ate at 1200 calories for a significant amount of time while exercising quite intensely and not eating back my exercise calories. I hit a major plateau and it wasn't until I increased my calories that I started to lose weight again. Just speaking from personal experience, not science.2 -
No.
Nothing wrong with bread. Where do you get your information from? I see a lot of false broscience and woo posted by you, which you've necer backed up with reputable sources when asked to do so.
Yes, I take info from out of the USA trainers and dietitians. I am sure it;s not a big criminal. I linked the videos, but not many people can translate. Broscience...???
The other thing, most of women can not process carbs as good as men. Therefore, proteins are better for women in many aspects, than just simple carbs=bread. I am sure, you don't think that I am oppose all carbs. Veggies, fruits and some grains are good, but amounts have to be under constant control.
If people just repeat the same things again and again without helping other, who has asked about help. Why not to try something new? when the rest of your idies allredy failed?
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As long as you eat well and train you will soon lose the weight / Inches...especially doing HIIT sessions... there is no quick fix unless you pay for a plastic surgeon to do a little work...keep up the good work...1-2lb a week is a good and solid result4
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Congrats on your success so far, and all of the healthy choices you are making. You will get to 145; it will take some time, but slow and steady will help you get there and STAY there, versus a speedy weight loss now but gaining it all back again.
I would give yourself some wiggle room on the calories; 1200 is our minimum as women, and as you lose weight, your TDEE will drop, and you won't have anywhere to go as far as reducing your calories to maintain the same deficit. As an example, I am currently 163, have my settings to lose 1# per week, and without exercise MFP gives me 1250 prox per day. I think when I was around 185 it gave me around 1400 per day. You want to make sure this is sustainable in the long run, and not feeling deprived will go a long way towards that. As a point of reference, I started at 230; I've dropped 44# since joining MFP by using their targets and recalculating every 15# or so. I am recalculating every 10# now that I am so close to finishing - my goal weight is also around 145, to get me into a healthy BMI.
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I'm pretty sure that this isn't the first time you've thrown shade at bread.
OP, great job on your losses so far! Don't get impatient and don't lower your calories too quickly to an unsustainable level. You seem to be working out a lot for what you're eating. Consider re-adjusting your MFP account and following the calories guidelines it gives you. You don't have a LOT of weight to lose, so I'd even consider setting your per week weight loss goal to under 2lbs/week to get some calories back.
Gradual decrease in calories is very smart idea, but just don't stick to
such high caloric consumption for long. Your problem is in your antropo physiologic measurements. You are very short: 5'2''. For women shorter then 5'5'' waight loss jorney is going very dighfferent. Your deficit breacket is much smaller than with tall people. You are grown up woman and must understand even intuitevely, that petit 120 lb woman should eat much less calories than tall woman of 185 lb.
You have long life ahead, so experiment a little for month or so. When you see success, there will be your sweet spot. Stick to what works.
Just for examle, my carbs consumption a day is average 35-65g, including veggies, bread and fruits. Only on the days when I really indulge I get 140g of carbs. I'm 63 y/o woman 5'5''m , my weight 122lb. I keep this weight not month or years, but almost all my life. I had plenty of time to experiment with different diets. But from my prospect nothing works, but only limits on cals and carbs. Sustainable enugh..?
Oh,,, nothing is tru without ecercises, more chalenging than better.5
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