Losing weight....looking for some advice

Mystere Posted: Jan 04, 2006 03:55 PM

Losing weight....looking for some advice

I have 37 days left - I have been limiting portions - cutting out sweets - no soda - low carbs - low sodium - and going to the gym spending 2 hours 2 - 4 times a week for the past few months. I've only lost about 5 - 7 pounds an i'm so frustrated.

I just wanted to lose atleast a half inch around my waist (anymore and my dress won't fit - it fits now but i'd like just atleast a half inch).

I have a strapless dress and want my arms to look better - they have shown some improvement with all the weights i've been using but not enough.

I saw on tv today a commercial for kellogs saying if you replace two meals a day for two weeks you will lose several pounds. Has anyone tried this? does anyone know if it works?

I'm just looking for any kind of advice on what i can do if there is anything to do.

Thank you girls!

LaLa Posted: Jan 04, 2006 04:10 PM

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I enjoy weight watchers and it works for me.
But I think you may need to target the specific areas you are looking to touch up at the gym. How about a trainer to help you out a little? Good luck.

Jackie&Justin Posted: Jan 04, 2006 04:15 PM

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Sometimes, when you start an excersize regimine, it takes weeks before you start to see results. Really cut down on the food most of all, do some muscle training on the arms and you will see your size come down, not necessarily weight. Good luck, I am in the same boat!

RB23 Posted: Jan 04, 2006 04:26 PM

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Water, Water and more water....

DavidsBride06 Posted: Jan 04, 2006 04:36 PM

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Muscle weighs more than fat...with all your working out, you're probably gaining more muscle mass and losing fat. That may be why you're not seeing it on the scale. Good luck, I'm in the same boat myself. I wish I could get myself to the gym.

Mystere Posted: Jan 04, 2006 04:37 PM

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thank you girls

lipglossjunky73 Posted: Jan 04, 2006 05:17 PM

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I'm sure you look beautiful regardless - enjoy yourself now, and then think how happy you will be with yourself day of!!!

Good luck!!!

Mystere Posted: Jan 04, 2006 05:21 PM

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Posted by lipglossjunky73

I'm sure you look beautiful regardless - enjoy yourself now, and then think how happy you will be with yourself day of!!!

Good luck!!!

thank you thats so sweet!!

babybug631 Posted: Jan 04, 2006 05:29 PM

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I was running for the longest time and I added Pilates for Dummies into my routine and I lost weight in my waste, which is really hard for me.

babybug631 Posted: Jan 04, 2006 05:30 PM

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Oh I just looked at your picture...you look skinny. Definately do pilates!!!!!! You don't have a lot of weight to lose. That will tone you up!!!!

ZuzusPetals Posted: Jan 04, 2006 06:36 PM

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you may be losing inches ... keep up what your doing - i dont think you need to take anymore drastic measures. best of luck! im sure you will look stunning at your wedding!

EJSD2006 Posted: Jan 04, 2006 06:40 PM

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Posted by DavidsBride06

Muscle weighs more than fat...with all your working out, you're probably gaining more muscle mass and losing fat. That may be why you're not seeing it on the scale. Good luck, I'm in the same boat myself. I wish I could get myself to the gym.

i agree. a few years ago i worked out daily for 1/2 an hour and was getting so frustrated that i wasn't seeing results on the scale (i only lost like 7 lbs or so) but everyone kept saying how great i looked and none of my clothes fit. i'm in the same boat now. i have 169 days till my wedding and i need to get back to that workout regimen if i want to lose the weight before my dress gets here. wish me luck!

Greeneyes8705 Posted: Jan 04, 2006 07:15 PM

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AlliNMatt06 Posted: Jan 04, 2006 07:26 PM

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Okay, You have to remember muscle weights more then fat. SO you are losing weight, but the scale is not showing it.
When you start up a exercise routine you should weight yourself and measure parts of your body.
Measure your Bust, Chest, Waist, Hips, Arms and thighs. Re-measure every two weeks to see the real improvement.

Also, you may be working out incorrectly. I see lots of people at the gym, either using the machines wrong, or using too much or not enough weight. You have 37 days left, so higher a personal trainer for a week. They will make sure you are using everything correctly. ALso, ask them about your eating habits. ALot, of times people think they are eating healthy, but they are wrong. They should be able to give you a good eating plan.
Maybe for the last month step it up a notch, and go to the gym 5 days a week. I would also try to incorporate Pilates or Yoga. It really tones your arms and stomach. It made my arms very lean.
Please don't listen to those stupid commericals, about eating cereal twice a day.

Good Luck, I am sure you look great!!

DanaMZ Posted: Jan 04, 2006 08:43 PM

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You probably had very little to lose. I think that the less you have to lose, the harder it is.

eta: I don't want to discourage you. I do not think that I have alot to lose either (like 5 lbs), and I know that It will take something extreme (like no carbs ) and alot of execise to lose it, but it'll be worth it when I'm in hawaii