When did you start to notice changes in your body?

Riskay123
Riskay123 Posts: 159 Member
in Motivation and Support
New Years resolution was to get healthy (again). I started lifting weights and attending a gym 4 days a week and I am quite enjoying it which is a unexpected. I read a meme once that said train for 4 weekend and feel a difference. Train for 8 weeks and you see a difference. Train for 12 weeks and others see a difference. How true do you think that is for people putting in a real effort? I increased my weights for the first time at the end of the third week so maybe that is me starting to feel the difference as I am getting stronger. Gosh I hope I see a difference in eight weeks even if it is only small. I am hanging onto this meme as my motivation. When did you start to notice changes in your body shape?

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  • sissyspace93
    sissyspace93 Posts: 11 Member
    The last time I lost some weight I definitely noticed within 8 weeks. My face looked thinner in pictures and I could fit into some of the clothing that was a tad too snug going in. Good luck!
  • jessicastanfill
    jessicastanfill Posts: 69 Member
    So funny that we don't notice it coming back! Maybe because we are in denial?!
  • dsboohead
    dsboohead Posts: 1,899 Member
    3 months in and tried on some summer capris. Ridiculously clownish big! Tried on some in back of closet that I wore a few summers ago..fit like a glove...yeah! The process works and is noticable when you least expect it :)
  • Riskay123
    Riskay123 Posts: 159 Member
    Thanks all. I know I am being impatient. Just want to see some difference. Can’t wait for the next 5 weeks to see the changes. I have lost weight before but this is the first time with weight training. I am really keen to see my body change shape and get more defined.
  • sardelsa
    sardelsa Posts: 9,812 Member
    When you see results is going to depend on many factors. How close you are to goal, bodyfat/body composition etc. For example I can see results after only a week in the beginning but once I'm really close to goal I have to take frequent photos since I can't see a difference.

    Just keep at it and you will get there :)
  • lorrpb
    lorrpb Posts: 11,463 Member
    It depends on what changes you're expecting, what you "count" as a change, how observant you are, how much you have to lose, etc. Some people post that they've lost 25-50 pounds and can't see a change. That doesn't mean there hasn't been a change, just that they're not willing/able to see it/accept what it is. For me, my clothes felt looser and I was stronger at doing simple daily activities within 2 weeks.
  • Riskay123
    Riskay123 Posts: 159 Member
    I have about 25-30 kg to lose. However, my focus is more on changing my body shape rather than weight. I am pretty confident that the weight will come of as I continue my strength training and watching what I eat but I have not weighed myself since I started 4 weeks ago. I am waiting till my next fitness assessment at the 6 week mark. I guess I would like to see my clothes becoming more comfortable in 8 weeks. I think that would be a realistic expectation. I am definitely feeling a change in that I am feeling a bit stronger.
  • hesn92
    hesn92 Posts: 5,966 Member
    edited January 2018
    I mean it all depends how much you put into it. But I could see a slight difference after maybe 4 weeks (I could see my stomach pooch getting smaller as could my husband) weight lifting is really the best.
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  • gamerbabe14
    gamerbabe14 Posts: 876 Member
    If you haven't already, start taking photos. It really makes a difference.
  • dsboohead
    dsboohead Posts: 1,899 Member
    Yup 2 months but others who see me all the the time notice the baggier clothes after 3.
  • wryone4
    wryone4 Posts: 118 Member
    Visible to others? About two months for significant comments. Honestly? For me, I start to notice small changes at about two weeks - generally a little less in love handle region, or my bra feeling more comfortable, even if it is just a few pounds. I try to pay attention to the small changes like that because it helps to keep me motivated.
  • SCRN2019
    SCRN2019 Posts: 26 Member
    I have seen the same thing! So I am glad you thought to post this question! I love reading the answers!
  • JessiBelleW
    JessiBelleW Posts: 831 Member
    My jeans start to fit better almost straight away. Like end of the first week. I feel like my face flickers- some times I see a change and sometimes I feel like I look exactly the same! I think your best best is to measure yourself with a tape measure every 3 weeks
  • cjpeach
    cjpeach Posts: 2 Member
    My experience is that after 3 days of Barre a week, it took about 4 months to notice the changes in composition of my body (more muscle). Now at 6 months I see more progress with stronger legs and arms. Only lost 8 pounds, but people say I look leaner. It is sooooo hard to be patient, but the results and finally starting to show! Now I’m adding in cardio couple times a week to accelerate the fat loss.
  • wryone4
    wryone4 Posts: 118 Member
    Nice job, @GOT_Obsessed! You can totally see the difference in your midsection and arms. Keep up the great work!
  • bbell1985
    bbell1985 Posts: 4,571 Member
    When I first started lifting and losing weight, I noticed it in the first 5 lbs. But it was mostly weight loss. It wasn't until I got to a healthy weight where I could SEE the benefits of lifting (I felt them, sure, by getting stronger). When there is less fat, you see the muscle.

    Now 3.5-4 years into it, it's slow.
  • WellAlB
    WellAlB Posts: 10 Member
    This is an inspiring article. It’s taken me awhile to lose a measly 2.5lbs... But I do feel like I can see some slight changes around the middle. I can’t wait until I can see a big difference!
  • GOT_Obsessed
    GOT_Obsessed Posts: 817 Member
    wryone4 wrote: »
    Nice job, @GOT_Obsessed! You can totally see the difference in your midsection and arms. Keep up the great work!

    Thanks. It's so hard to tell when you constantly look in the mirror.I think progress pictures are really important.
  • SpocksEyeshadow
    SpocksEyeshadow Posts: 7 Member
    I always wore larger shirts to hide my chest, in early December, I finally got a mastectomy. After starting keto and focusing more on CICO, I realized none of my shirts actually fit that well and I was actually a size smaller and people kept commenting that I'd clearly lost weight. :)

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