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For the last 6 weeks, I have been eating between 1000 and 1200 calories per day (strictly) over 5 meals a day. I have a personal trainer for 1hr once a week and workout at the gym 4 additional days a week (usually running on the treadmill (50mins to 1hr) two days and strength training (30mins) and treadmill (30mins) two days).

I returned to Australia 9 months ago and have steadily put on weight since so I decided to start a new approach. Prior to starting this new program, I barely excercised other than walking most places so expected the weight to just fall off me but nothing.

I am 33 next month and weigh 70kg (I would like to get back to around 58-60kg).

Can anyone please tell me what I am doing wrong because it is very discouraging and I am about to give up.

Thanks

2007-07-09 19:48:41 · 48 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health Diet & Fitness

48 answers

This happened to me after I had my baby I was about 60 - 65kg and after I went up to 70... I have heard that after kids and after 30 the body shape changes in most people...

when I tried to loose weight, I didn't I just toned up really nicely and I was doing what you described... anyway I gave up the strength (weights) and just did cardio (bike and tredmill) and I finially lost the weight (muscle weighs more than fat...)

Try not doing any weights and just make yourself sweat everytime you do cardio. Good luck I am doing the same at the moment ... Damn fast food!

2007-07-09 20:07:18 · answer #1 · answered by Sandi S 2 · 0 0

A month is too short a time to tell a difference in you body. I imagine the body finds convenient to keep a constant weight, and when there are minor fluctuations in fat, the body compensates, say with more water.

As to when to see results, much depends on your condition before starting the exercise program. The worse you were, the longer it would take to see changes. I may expect a difference after three months.

Also, keep in mind that losing weight is no only a diet, but a change in life and eating habits. Make sure you learn to eat properly, and stay eating that way.

2007-07-09 20:05:46 · answer #2 · answered by epistemology 5 · 0 0

are you eating the right foods with your calorie intake? taking vitamins? getting lots of water? getting enough sleep? hmm I'm not sure, it seems that you are doing everything right from what you say. talk to your trainer and ask for some pointers; maybe you can change up your routine even more and instead of hitting the gym maybe play a sport for an hour or so, do some yoga or swimming or something to get other parts of your body moving. maybe talk to a nutritionist (if you're a student there should be one at your school or again, ask your trainer) .... most of all DON'T GIVE UP! hang in there!! only positive things can come from this so stick with it. =)

2007-07-09 20:01:50 · answer #3 · answered by ddalki 2 · 0 0

its simple - you are starving/depriving your body so it doesnt lose fat bur rather muscle and water weight.
find daily calorie intake calculator on the net, enter all your stats and it will tell you how many calories you need a day to maintain, take off 300-400cal off that number and thats how much you need to lose.
eat 5-6 small meals a day (eat every 2-3 hours - it optimizes your metabolism)
5-8 servings of fruit and veggies a day
8 glasses of water
have complex carbs for breakfast - they give you energy
have protein (lean meat, legumes etc) for dinner - repairs muscle
cardio exercise (running, jogging, swimming, spinning, elliptical etc) 4-6 times a week for 30-50min (ideally 45min because the first 20-30min body burns carbs and only then starts burning fat), light weight training (more muscle=faster metabolism)
dont consume foods that are made of white flour (white bread, cakes, pasta etc.), sugar loaded foods (cookies, icecream, candy etc) and nothing fried, oily.
ofcourse you can spoil yourself once in a while with a little treat:)

2007-07-09 19:58:56 · answer #4 · answered by Natalie 7 · 0 0

You're not eating enough food and are exercising too much. If you want to keep doing that amount of exercise and lose weight doing so you will need to up your calorie intake.

2007-07-09 20:06:29 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

possibly you haven't any longer been at it long sufficient. attempt swimming. It burns soo many greater energy than usual workout. in case you have a Wii you may get Wii in effective condition (this is truly truly exciting) or a Dance Dance Revolution form activity. don't be afraid to snack if ur hungry after workout. this is common and you pick the potential, do exactly no longer circulate overboard with snacking. sturdy success

2016-10-01 07:02:10 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

Really depends on what makes up the 1,200 calories.

If it is simple carbs, your body is not helping you to lose weight.

If it is complex carbs, veggies and lean meat, no simple carbs, you will notice your first weight loss next week.

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2007-07-10 03:54:44 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

Hi,
My name is Martha. I lost 15.6 kg and 59cm in body fat in just over six weeks now.
I take two protein shake meal a day and 3x herbal supplements a day and I have one normal meal for dinner (no exercise) While on this programme my energy level increased during the day , I dont have any cravings and it makes you feel full. The best thing is I feel fantastic and happy.

2007-07-09 20:00:09 · answer #8 · answered by martha 1 · 0 0

go 20 mph on your bike for 6 1 2 minutes

2016-04-23 23:40:06 · answer #9 · answered by ? 3 · 0 0

have fun lose weight no sweatrunning errands

2017-03-13 10:01:44 · answer #10 · answered by Samantha 3 · 0 0

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