I'm 22 years old. I have 2 children. a 2 year old & a 5 month old. Before either one of my pregnancies I was 132lbs 5'4 & very athletic. I had a flat stomach & ran track in high school. After my first child I lost all but 4 lbs. so I was 136lbs. Now after my 2nd child, I am 150lbs and 5'5. I would like to atleast get back down to 132lbs but can't figure out how to lose the last 15 or so lbs. I don't have a sitter so I can't just go running like I used to. What exercises can I do to lose my belly fat & hips? Also.. any good meals such as low carb or low calorie foods that help? Should I try lean cuisine? Please help!!!!
2007-09-14 04:00:54 · 14 answers · asked by Kristin s 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
Drink lots of water, eat healthy foods in moderation and workout.
I'm also a stay at home mom with no family around to watch my babies and we move so much its hard to really get to know people enough to trust them with my babies. I weighed 120 before I had my first and went right back to that after wards but with my second I had a hard time getting the weight off, so I just started eating healthier foods ( in moderation), drinking only water and low fat milk and I bought some yoga and exercise videos. Dancing is also a great way to get into shape and its a good way to have fun with your kids too! Both of my kids ( 1year & 5years) love to dance with me, its so much fun for all of us.
2007-09-14 05:15:54 · answer #1 · answered by ξανξπξ 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'm 23 and 5'4, and I also have 2 kids.
I started out 99 lbs, and ended up 154 lbs 9 months after having my son, I really never lost it all, although I went down to 130 eventually. I went from a size 6 - 16!! BUT, I really didn't do anything, no diet, no exercise etc...
With my daughter, who is now 15 weeks old, I have been doing exercise since 6 weeks after she was born. I have a post-pregnancy exercise video which concentrates on tummy and thighs, the worst areas! I also did the "Special K" diet for 15 days, and then joined Weightwatchers, I'm now just eating healthy, low-fat meals (going by the Weightwatchers point system), and sticking to the exercises every day.
It's really working, I'm down to 123 lbs!
It's different for everyone, but I thought I'd tell you my experience!
*Mummy to Alex, 5, and Encarni, 15 weeks*
2007-09-14 05:07:26 · answer #2 · answered by Krissyinthesun 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
drink lots of water and work out. They make jogging strollers so you can still go jogging. Or just walk. When the little ones are napping I do yoga. You can buy DVDs at walmart I love it. Just eat right. Avoid fast food, junk food, sweets, and soda. Lean cuisine is good but can get pricey after a while. I bought a George Forman grill and love it. I can grill fish and chicken I also eat lots of steamed veggies.
2007-09-14 04:43:39 · answer #3 · answered by aprildc82 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I lost about that much in the same amoutn of time all I did was stoped drinking anything with sugar eve fruit juices doesnt matter if its 100$ only drink water and one glass of milk plus no fried foods and red meat, just eat chicken and fish for your meats get plenty of veggis eat small meals every 3 hours and lots of crunches daily and push ups
2016-04-04 20:29:26 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You might want to consider investing in a baby jogger. Sometimes you can get reasonably prices used ones from a second hand sporting goods store or a kids consignment shop. That way you can go running and take the kids.
2007-09-14 04:11:07 · answer #5 · answered by maegs33 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
The trick to losing weight is drinking lots of water, then doing something to sweat it out. You could wear extra t-shirt and go to the park and play with your kids...I also bought a cheap jogging stroller from target, and plan to jog at least once a week once my little one gets big enough for it at 3 months. All the people I know who have had real success losing around the middle wrapped themselves in a belt or ace bandage to make them sweat more there..I can't say from personal experience, but this is what I plan to do.
2007-09-14 04:09:54 · answer #6 · answered by Tito 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
the lean cuisine meals are good and healthy for you. Do u have a double stroller you can put the kids in and take them for a 5 min walk a day.
2007-09-14 04:36:33 · answer #7 · answered by favorite_aunt24 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
do pilates or the video "walk three miles"
eat healthy, drink alot of water, avoid salt, sugar and greasy foods. might sound crazy eat more meals during the day, but smaller portions, with that your metabolism with get faster and you will loose some weight.
and be patient don't overdo anything to loose weight faster.
2007-09-14 04:20:54 · answer #8 · answered by MrsGill 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
get a good jogging stroller and take the kids with you or make your husband boyfriend watch the kids and go for a run. take the kids for a walk. you cant change your hips their bones not fat or muscle. and you may never have your pre pregnancy body back most women dont
2007-09-14 05:37:01 · answer #9 · answered by kleighs mommy 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
WEIGHT WATCHERS!!!!!
I lost 40 lbs in 6 months healthily (is that a word?) any way....they are awesome and supportive and teach you a lifestyle, NOT a diet! It's about $40/month
2007-09-14 05:46:13 · answer #10 · answered by Aus J 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋