Anyone who has successfully lost weight long term?

Question

Does anyone know of a website or resource where I can find a process of what I should be expecting in each phase of my weight loss plan. I've started a program and for over a month dont know what is normal to be seeing as far as results - have actually gained weight although seen slimming of legs - anyone who's been through this process?

Answer 1

Slimming, I'm guessing gaining muscle tone in your case, can result in weight gain as muscle weighs more than fat. You should concentrate more on inches/centimeters lost rather than pounds/kilos lost. I lost a lot of weight in the last few years. I was very obese, now I'm just a little overweight. I have been holding steady at the same weight for two years even though I am more active now than I have ever been before. I do see toning as I have dropped another pants size even though my weight is the same. People also say my face looks thinner. So don't worry about the pounds/kilos, just focus on whether you look and feel better.

Answer 2

If you are looking at a large target weight loss (50 or more pounds) expect it to take you approximately a year.
The recommended healthy weight loss is about two pounds per month. If you take too much off at once the liver begins to store extra fat. This is because your body will go into what it believes is starvation mode.
If you are working out, drinking extra water, eating more fluid filled foods such as vegetables and fruits, and cutting back on carbohydrates you will initially gain a little weight.
This is because you are building muscle and carrying extra water. Muscle and water outweigh fat big time.
If you know you are eating properly don't get frustrated. The weight will come off. If you can feel the difference and see the difference it doesn't matter for now what the scales say.
Every time you lose a pound go and buy a pound of cheap margarine. Put it in the freezer. After a while you can look in amazement at the gunk you have removed from around all your vital organs. If you get tempted to eat something like "death by chocolate", bag that margarine up and tote it around for a while just as a reminder.
Good luck.

Answer 3

absolutely.

the first four weeks (generally) is one where you'll lose water.
the four to eight week mark is when you see muscle building up.
the eight to twelve week mark is when you "maintain" your good work.

you will gain weight when you are trying to lose. This is the fat converting to muscle. Muscle weighs more. Building muscle takes a long time for women, as we have a higher percentage of body fat than men, and are naturally geared towards childbirth and nourishing children, which is not the best way to be if you want to get fit!. Men are geared to build muscle and be strong, as they were the "providers". That is why they seem to get fitter quicker than women.
You will also find that the fitter you get, the more you sweat. It is your body working more efficiently.

The time that it takes to lose weight can also be affected by whether you have been fit before. It takes a lot longer to become fit if you've never done it before, than it does if you have worked out and been fit before. Your body tends to "remember" how to get fit, and it "knows" what to do if you are getting fit a second time.

Make sure you don't overdo the exercise though, your body needs time to rest. (a good "schedule" for workouts is one day on, one day off). Not resting your body properly puts you at risk of painful injuries. I've been there, done that. It's not worth it.

If your local gym has personal trainers on hand, consult with them. They're a wealth of information, and can help you avoid the monotony that comes with working out long term.

I hope this helps you, and good luck!

Answer 4

while on vacation also don t forget your diet and exercise plans