day 29: month 1: over
I didn’t to a weigh in last Wednesday because I was afraid that weighing in the morning after Fat Tuesday would be a bad idea. So I waited until this morning to step back on the scale.
Here are my results:
| Start: | Week 1: | Week 2: | Week 4: | |
| Weight | 153.6 lb | 150.0 lb | 150.8 lb | 150.6 lb |
| Body Fat % | 33.0% | 31.5% | 31.8% | 31.7% |
| Muscle Mass % | 33.0% | 33.7% | 33.6% | 33.6% |
| Waist | 81 cm | 79 cm |
Overall, from the very start of the month, I am really happy with my results. But all of my gains were in week 1 and I haven’t seen any results since. Is it possible to hit a plateau after one week?
Let’s reflect on the past four weeks shall we?
Things I haven’t done that need work:
- eat 1700 cal per day — I’m closer to 2000
- drink one or two glasses of water before each meal
- eat mindfully — I’m improving, but I still find myself in the kitchen grazing from time to time
Things I have done that I’m proud of:
- lifting heavy weights — I’m kicking ass and taking names at the gym… and I’m sore as hell.
- cut back on sugar and eat more veggies — especially because of Lent
- stopped binge eating — I only did this once in the past 4 weeks.
So I’m sorta half doing an okay job at changing my lifestyle. Does anyone have any tips on how I can jumpstart my progress again??
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I kind of hate giving advice since I’m just back into the healthy lifestyle for 2 months now. IF you want some ideas and don’t mind Jillians Michaels you can still listen to her old radio shows on podcast(she’s not doing her show anymore.)
I’ve been listening to her for a few weeks straight now and have been picking up a few things here and there. If you want to know how to get them let me know and I’ll find the link for you.
One thing I noticed is that you said your closer to 2000 calories….does that include the grazing because then you may be over 2000 even. This would add up.
I’m not much help on the healthy weight loss subject, but every article I read highly recommends interval training cardio. My dad swears by it, and he’s lost over 20 pounds without really “dieting” in the past year. Also, I know a big breakfast is key to not overeating later in the day. It helps to have a solid base! Good luck!
maybe try out a new activity or fitness class that you have been interested in, good luck and keep up your good work!
Mini meals?
I like beans & lentils. They really fill you up and lower insulin levels.
Also, I’m proud of you! Keep it up. It might take a while for your body to adjust to the new routine. I’m obviously no health expert, but I’ve heard that before.
Weight loss can be such a frustrating thing sometimes! I say, be proud of the changes you have made and focus on how you feel over the numbers on the scale
. I never weigh myself and just focus on being the healthiest I can be. Best of luck to you!
I mirror what beth says– I have no winning advice for weight loss. But I know I feel the best when I’m being kind, moderate, and not obsessing about. I try to make eating decisions based on IT and not scales and calories. It’s hard. But do be proud! Healthy weightloss is only supposed to be about a lb. a week anyways!