Hello, I am a 22-year-old self-identified skinny fat female (127 lbs, 5'8) who is seeking to lose weight and look lean but feels like I'm not seeing the best results. In the past two years, I would just eat cleaner (no boba, no late eating, IF) and usually lose weight effortlessly.
HISTORY
Since December 2020, I went from sedentary to 10 min runs and pilates and am now doing 15 min runs and pilates. Usually, that is more than enough to lose weight but I guess not this time!! Since December, I have definitely lost weight as a whole but it's like my neck, face, upper arm, and stomach still retain the same % of fat I had before this recent weight loss endeavor.
DIET
As for my diet, I eat pretty clean. Mainly veggies, fruit, and fish – dairy-free and basically gluten-free. The only processed thing I eat is like 100% Peanut butter or my collagen peptide protein.
DIGESTION
Because this journey has been rocky and more stagnate than usual, I am now considering if I potentially have gut issues or hormonal issues that hold me back? I feel like I truly look different every day – my face and stomach look bloated randomly. I feel like I should also mention that I am considered a very gassy person (burping excessively and farting a lot and smelling worse than usual) and I also bloat a lot. Started taking probiotics for this and psyllium husk to help with regularity/potentially balancing hormones.
I have considered seeing a holistic nutritionist for these reasons. But honestly at this point, IDK if a fitness consultant or a nutritionist would be better in helping me identify the core issue and seeing the results that I want to see.
CURRENT STRATEGY
Since my previous attempts at weight loss were much more effortless and I seem to be working harder now to lose weight, I am wondering how I can be more strategic. After doing some skinny-fat research, I plan to start incorporating 5 lb weights for arm exercises, prioritize protein, do more walking throughout my day, and do HIIT instead of running. Also, the only reason I really want muscle is so that I can kick out my stubborn fat!
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Would love to read if anyone has other tips or has been in a similar place!! <3
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