Need advice please someone! Anyone!

Monda
Monda Posts: 271 Member
edited September 2024 in Health and Weight Loss
Hey everyone! I am getting so discouraged with this. I have done very well with my eating and exercise but the scale just will not move. This is my 2nd week. I just want to cry! :sad: What am I doing or not doing? I exercise everyday except for Sunday for 1 hour. I burn anywhere from 300-400 calories during that time. HELP!!:sad:

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  • Monda
    Monda Posts: 271 Member
    Hey everyone! I am getting so discouraged with this. I have done very well with my eating and exercise but the scale just will not move. This is my 2nd week. I just want to cry! :sad: What am I doing or not doing? I exercise everyday except for Sunday for 1 hour. I burn anywhere from 300-400 calories during that time. HELP!!:sad:
  • Dave198lbs
    Dave198lbs Posts: 8,810 Member
    Hey everyone! I am getting so discouraged with this. I have done very well with my eating and exercise but the scale just will not move. This is my 2nd week. I just want to cry! :sad: What am I doing or not doing? I exercise everyday except for Sunday for 1 hour. I burn anywhere from 300-400 calories during that time. HELP!!:sad:

    everyone knows the only way to lose any weight is to exercise twice on Sunday...just kidding....take your time...did you gain all the weight in 2 weeks? well, you wont lose it fast either...hang in there
  • SkinnyMorgan
    SkinnyMorgan Posts: 9
    hey, this is my third week and i just started showing progress. it was only 3 pounds but it was the greatest thing ever!!! keep it up and you will see change.

    hang in there!!
  • Monda
    Monda Posts: 271 Member
    LOL, I thought that might be the culprit. Thanks for the lift in spirit!
  • Mangoaddict
    Mangoaddict Posts: 1,236 Member
    Please don't be disheartened. Its very easy to give up. I have worked 3 hard months and now, I am starting to show like my body is getting fit. Everyone is different. Hang in there and keep doing what you are doing. I promise, it will work!
  • agapita1965
    agapita1965 Posts: 130
    I know how discouraging it can be...hang in there. You're doing what is right and I'm sure your body loves you for it. The pounds will begin to drop, you're doing great!!!!!:flowerforyou:
  • Monda
    Monda Posts: 271 Member
    hey, this is my third week and i just started showing progress. it was only 3 pounds but it was the greatest thing ever!!! keep it up and you will see change.

    hang in there!!

    Thanks! Its nice to know I am not alone in this journey!
  • marisol7649
    marisol7649 Posts: 484 Member
    everyone knows the only way to lose any weight is to exercise twice on Sunday...just kidding....take your time...

    I almost spilled my water,that was funny.

    Well , you need to keep doing what you are doing. Do not give up. Did your weight magical show up? No, then give you yourself some time. This is not a diet but a lifestyle change.
    The weight will come off slowly,and that is a good thing.
  • bugmagnt
    bugmagnt Posts: 150
    The same thing happened to me when I first started, but now I'm starting to see the scale move down. From what I have read of other posts that are similar to yours, two questions are invariably asked:
    1) do you eat your exercise calories?
    2) are you drinking enough water?


    Also, one thing that I think was true for me was that I hadn't exercised for a while, and then when I started again, I was building up my muscles again. And remember that muscles weigh as much or more than fat... So, the scale might not be showing what you are doing... So, my advice? Keep up what you are doing. You will see progress... especially if you start to feel your clothes fitting better or if you measure yourself. I take 5 measurements every couple weeks, and I have seen a difference there, even if the scale wasn't showing anything. And -- more importantly -- I've had a couple people ask if I have lost some weight because I look better! THAT is even better -- not just do I feel better about eating right/better and exercising, but people are starting to notice!

    :happy:
  • TudorRose
    TudorRose Posts: 238 Member
    Just remember that you're losing the weight properly. That is, LOSING it. Not temporarily misplacing it by means of a crash diet, but getting rid of it for good.
  • Monda
    Monda Posts: 271 Member
    The same thing happened to me when I first started, but now I'm starting to see the scale move down. From what I have read of other posts that are similar to yours, two questions are invariably asked:
    1) do you eat your exercise calories?
    2) are you drinking enough water?


    Also, one thing that I think was true for me was that I hadn't exercised for a while, and then when I started again, I was building up my muscles again. And remember that muscles weigh as much or more than fat... So, the scale might not be showing what you are doing... So, my advice? Keep up what you are doing. You will see progress... especially if you start to feel your clothes fitting better or if you measure yourself. I take 5 measurements every couple weeks, and I have seen a difference there, even if the scale wasn't showing anything. And -- more importantly -- I've had a couple people ask if I have lost some weight because I look better! THAT is even better -- not just do I feel better about eating right/better and exercising, but people are starting to notice!

    :happy:
    Yes, I do eat my exercise calories and I drink 64 oz water everyday. Should I be drinking more water? I do feel better. I guess I am just in a hurry to see some progress. I know I should be patient. Thanks so much for sharing with me.
  • Monda
    Monda Posts: 271 Member
    everyone knows the only way to lose any weight is to exercise twice on Sunday...just kidding....take your time...

    I almost spilled my water,that was funny.

    Well , you need to keep doing what you are doing. Do not give up. Did your weight magical show up? No, then give you yourself some time. This is not a diet but a lifestyle change.
    The weight will come off slowly,and that is a good thing.

    Thanks so much! I just might try exercising twice on Sunday. :laugh: Ha! Ha! Thanks so much for making me feel better
  • Monda
    Monda Posts: 271 Member
    Just remember that you're losing the weight properly. That is, LOSING it. Not temporarily misplacing it by means of a crash diet, but getting rid of it for good.

    That is a great way of looking at it. I will remember this. Thanks so much!
  • Islandgirl74
    Islandgirl74 Posts: 170 Member
    Hang in there! Just keep at it, it will come off! :flowerforyou:
  • Monda
    Monda Posts: 271 Member
    hey, this is my third week and i just started showing progress. it was only 3 pounds but it was the greatest thing ever!!! keep it up and you will see change.

    hang in there!!

    Thank you so much for sharing with me!
  • Monda
    Monda Posts: 271 Member
    Thank you to you all for making me feel so much better. It is great to know there are people who really care and are willing to give you the support. I really do appreciate it!
  • mattswmn
    mattswmn Posts: 6
    ive been on here for a week and a half and have only lose 1 lb but my body feels better and i have so much more energy. just keep it up it will come when you least expect it. as long as you stick to it, dont give in and keep positive...youll see results. (thats the advice i got when i was whining about my 1 lb :smile: good luck!!! :bigsmile:
  • sassiebritches
    sassiebritches Posts: 1,861 Member
    The same thing happened to me when I first started, but now I'm starting to see the scale move down. From what I have read of other posts that are similar to yours, two questions are invariably asked:
    1) do you eat your exercise calories?
    2) are you drinking enough water?


    Also, one thing that I think was true for me was that I hadn't exercised for a while, and then when I started again, I was building up my muscles again. And remember that muscles weigh as much or more than fat... So, the scale might not be showing what you are doing... So, my advice? Keep up what you are doing. You will see progress... especially if you start to feel your clothes fitting better or if you measure yourself. I take 5 measurements every couple weeks, and I have seen a difference there, even if the scale wasn't showing anything. And -- more importantly -- I've had a couple people ask if I have lost some weight because I look better! THAT is even better -- not just do I feel better about eating right/better and exercising, but people are starting to notice!

    :happy:
    Yes, I do eat my exercise calories and I drink 64 oz water everyday. Should I be drinking more water? I do feel better. I guess I am just in a hurry to see some progress. I know I should be patient. Thanks so much for sharing with me.

    I have dropped 12 pounds since the 30th of January and have over 100 pounds to lose......I did up my water intake to double 128 oz a day and noticed a quick drop......try it for a week.. Otherwise read the posts here and read often, go online to ask.com and start askin questions...........

    You willl be alright hand in there.....
  • Georg
    Georg Posts: 1,728 Member
    Don't give up! Keep at it, follow all the advice from the successful folks gere - then you'll have a "whooooosh!" when you least expect it!
  • Bluegrassinman
    Bluegrassinman Posts: 1
    Hang in there! Seems to be most folks suggestion. Mine too! As someone who lost 55 pounds several years ago using the Atkins low-carb diet, I know that even it took a couple weeks to really get into ketosis and see the fast weight loss. But, I think most folks would agree that a more realistic diet and longer-term outlook might be best. Getting the exercise is probably one of the most important steps, which you're already doing. I back-slid on the Atkins diet and when you don't stick with it you'll generally gain back the weight, as I did. Now I'm more interested in a realistic dieting lifestyle. Also keep in mind that individuals have different metabolism so it's not too likely that everyone will always lose at exactly the same rate. I've also found that my mental state has a big impact on whether I stick with the plan - so stay positive and visualize your goal. I'll bet you'll get there.
  • Robin_
    Robin_ Posts: 105
    This is where you can be in just five months (see ticker), so don't be discouraged, and make sure you're making some lasting eating habits, not just "dieting"! To be successful in the long term, you must enjoy what you are eating on a daily basis! Good luck to everyone! :drinker:
  • mgullette
    mgullette Posts: 401 Member
    Monda,

    How many calories are you eating per day? If your net calories are under 1200 per day (calories consumed-calories burned), then your body could be in starvation mode and hoarding calories. Sometimes upping your calories, even by just 150-200 per day, is enough to get the fire burning again. Also, try getting most of your calories from protein, and keep your carbohydrates limited to non-white ones, like those found in whole grains and vegetables. I hope this helps! And if you're lifting weights, you could be making dramatic changes in your body composition and measurements, but they won't be reflected on the scale alone. Body fat calipers can let you know what kind of progress you're making.

    Michelle
  • Monda
    Monda Posts: 271 Member
    Thanks again to everyone for the support! It really does mean a lot to me to know someone does care enought to take the time to listen and respond to someone else's burdens. Hope I can do the same for you in your time of need! Have a great day!
  • Georg
    Georg Posts: 1,728 Member
    Keep at it! And let us know how you're doing.
  • laurabelle25
    laurabelle25 Posts: 184
    I just want to say thank you to Monda and EVERYone that replied to her.

    I've been having a really hard time with weight loss too, and am super discouraged. I've been working out and eating basically good, since last July (with the exeption of taking off Dec. and Jan, but I didn't gain any wieght during then.) and haven't lost anything, actually I had a "bad" weekend and gained 2 lbs a few weeks ago and can't seem to get those off!

    BUT! I really wanted to write and ask advice, then I found this thread, and decided that I'm going to suck it up, try even harder and not worry about what I "weigh" for a while. I'll just exercise more and eat even better. Because all you have given me a new hope and new energy. Thank you so much for your support to anyone and everyone that is on this site!!!!:flowerforyou:
  • suejonestx
    suejonestx Posts: 256 Member
    Your body is probably still in "What the heck are you doing to me?" mode. Like others have said, keep it up if you want to see long-term changes! If you're working out every day, you may get burned out, so do give yourself a break! Good Luck!
  • Islandgirl74
    Islandgirl74 Posts: 170 Member
    Laurabelle,

    Such a good attitude!:flowerforyou: Losing weight is HARD work, and its easy to get discouraged. You just have to look for that "voice" that told you to begin your weight loss journey in the first place, and keep listening to it.:wink:
  • Monda
    Monda Posts: 271 Member
    Laurabelle,

    Such a good attitude!:flowerforyou: Losing weight is HARD work, and its easy to get discouraged. You just have to look for that "voice" that told you to begin your weight loss journey in the first place, and keep listening to it.:wink:

    This is so true! Thanks so much!:smooched:
  • Mangoaddict
    Mangoaddict Posts: 1,236 Member
    Laurabelle,

    Such a good attitude!:flowerforyou: Losing weight is HARD work, and its easy to get discouraged. You just have to look for that "voice" that told you to begin your weight loss journey in the first place, and keep listening to it.:wink:

    That voice works wonders!
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