Group: General Fitness & Exercise

General Fitness & Exercise
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Can't seem to lose weight or size!

melonah
melonah
Posts: 4
Joined: 2010/04/13
United Kingdom
2010/04/13, 06:30 AM
I'm 21, 176lb and and 5'6". I think I eat healthily (balanced diet that generally averages out at 1400-1500 calories a day, try to keep bad fats to a minimum - very concious of this. Additionally, I do 30 mins of cardio (ususally jogging or cross trainer) plus 20-30 mins of toning exercises and free weights at least 4 times a week. On top of that I have a fairly busy lifestyle that means I do a fair amount of walking everyday.

I know I'm not on a stict diet and don't do loads of exercise (I've tried this in the past and it didn't make much difference anyway), but I just can't seem to change my size at all. In the three weeks I've been following my current routine I've noticed I feel fitter and my muscles are stronger, but I still have the layer of fat over the top that really bugs me. the main problem areas are my hips and thighs (I actusally have quite a small waist). I have until august to acheive my 'bikini body,' so any help would be greatly appreciated.

Helen
yadmit
yadmit
Posts: 4,670
Joined: 2003/10/05
Canada
2010/04/13, 08:46 AM
You're probably not eating enough. Up the calories by about 100-200 and that will help.

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daimenkain
daimenkain
Posts: 5
Joined: 2009/04/09
United States
2010/04/23, 12:09 PM
It sounds like you're not eating enough so your body is holding onto the fat stores it has more rigourously than yoru exercise would dictate.
missyaline
missyaline
Posts: 5
Joined: 2010/04/19
United States
2010/04/28, 02:55 AM
Yes, I agree with Tim & Daimen. I was only eating about 1200/day (I'm a little shorter and weigh less) and exercising and had the same issue. I upped my calories and "good fat" (peanut butter, avacodos, olive oil) and I have seen a reduction in overall body fat. Also, remember to eat lean protein after your workouts so that your body can repair itself. I know it goes against what we think, but it really does work! Best of luck and don't get discouraged! :)