weight loss

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MemberCovington, GA

i have been going to the gym for the past 3 weeks i love the doing the the classes i take the boot camp, step class and spin and tone my goal is to lose 100lbs by Jun or july i have not lose a pound yet need help a

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AlumniPetaluma, CA

plain and simple the key to loosing weight is by having a calorie deficit in you diet. Working out just adds to your total calories used per day, but if you still eat say 3500 calories a day, but only burn 3200 you will not loose weight.

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MemberZion Crossroads, VA

Yes, weight loss is a relatively simple formula (calories in < calories out). Achieving that is a challenge for most. But you should not so severely restrict your diet well below your calorie budget as this will only cause your body to hold onto it's fat stores rather than lose it. To be successful I believe that you need to 1) track all that you consume in calories (everyday), 2) track your activity (everyday), and 3) you must never be hungry - make sure you eat and make sure that you plan for the day ahead and pack healthy snacks for those inevitable hunger pangs. Finally, your goal of 100 pounds by June or July is quite a huge goal. I would recommend a shorter goal, say 5 or 10 pounds - this will allow you see a feel success sooner. So you will have 10 or 20 short goals on the way to your ultimate prize of 100 pounds. Best of luck, be strong, and keep your eye on the prize.

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MemberSmyrna, TN

100# by June or July is a very aggressive goal.

Sustainable weight loss should be your goal and your body will fight you less if you stick to a 2-3# a week goal, I know it's hard to be patient and feel success at that level, but it really is better-- for your body, your mind, even your pocketbook.

This site has an excellent goals option. If you put in your goals, it will give you calorie budget and energy budget to lose 2 a week, you will initially lose more (maybe), and as you progress, your loss will slow-- that's okay too.

Along the way, there are support boards here, exercise templates, a diet tracker to help you be aware of your food ans nutrition.

Good luck on your journey-- it's really one of self discovery as well as Weight loss.

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MemberMadison, WI

I agree with Vicki - losing 100 pounds in 6 months will be tough at best and most likely very hard to maintain after the initial loss. remember you didn't gain 100 pounds overnight - so you probably won't lose it that fast either.

I lost 70 pounds last year (Jan 1 - to Jan 1) I changed my eating habits in January & started at the gym in July. I now have 75 pounds to go to hit my goal. Do I wish it was coming off faster? Of course!

I know this isn't what you want to hear - but slow & steady really does win the race - it gives your body time to adjust to the changes & can help to prevent SOME (NOT ALL) of the problems associated with accelerated weight loss - like baggy saggy skin for one. And it helps you to mentally adjust to a new lifestyle you can stick to.

Your activity level seems great - but diet is just as big a factor - you need to become aware of the quantity and quality of the foods you are eating 1500 calories of junk food a day is not the same as 1500 calories of lean protein, fresh veggies, healthy fats & fiber.

I hope some of this helps! Good luck on your journey

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MemberGig Harbor, WA

I am a doctor and I have been telling my patients for years that it is simply calories in/calories out...whichever is greater determines if you will gain or lose weight. Timing your calories also plays a role, eating earlier in the day is better as your metabolism is more efficient than at night. Most people fall short on the diet part. I believe that weight loss is about 70% diet and 30% exercise...both are important, but diet is really key. It is easy to mess this part up.
I had the same problem, going to anytime fitness 17-20 times per month, burning of 700-1000 calories per session (2 x a week with a trainer) and only 5 pound weight loss after 4 months, and that came in the first 2-3 weeks.
I thought my diet was fine. I learned that it wasn't. My trainer finally convinced me to track my foods. Initially this was a hassle and I stopped and started several times, only lasting 2-3 days each atttempt. After my last assessment, and no real weight loss, I decided to use the diet tracker consistantly. I learned that while I eat healthy foods for the most part, I was eating far too many calories. Tracking your calorie intake is key. It is really easy to over eat.
After one week I lost 3 pounds, now on my second week and already down another 2 pounds..
I really recommend tracking your food intake....everything, no cheating.

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MemberQueen Creek, AZ

Weight loss is a slow journey. It has taken me 8 years to lose 50 pounds, with 13 more to go. It is truley a complete lifestyle change with an eye out for any "back sliding" (it does happen!) Everyday I pay attention to what goes in and what I put out. Tracking is the best way to stay on top of what you are eating. It sucks, but it's a fact of life for those of us who gain weight easily and have difficulty losing weight.

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MemberWaukesha, WI

Everyone here has already offered great advice. I just have to say record EVERYTHING you eat and drink and look it over, see what things you can change and fix it. Also it is important to keep your weight loss goals realistic and attainable as well

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MemberAlbany, OR

Remember that as you gain muscle and replace fat, your body is changing but the scale may not reflect that. You hear all the stories about the numbers adding up quickly, but that isn't happening for me. I know my muscles are working....I can feel how much my muscle tone is improving. I know that I'm dropping inches cause my clothing is getting looser. Staying patient is the hard part...cause I wanna see a difference in the numbers. It will happen....stick to it!