I posted here about 2 weeks ago about being tired of being fat. I wanted to share some updates/my progress over the last 16 days.
I weighed myself and weigh significantly less than I thought I did initially, it just didn't feel like I had lost weight because it didn't seem like my body changed. I'm around 165 lbs at 5'4" (75 kg at 162.5 cm), but I dI don't think I carry my fat well. I'm insecure of my big arms, fingers, stomach, and soft jawline- I don't feel like I look that different from when I was 190 (86 kg), which lead to the wrong starting weight assumption.
I started out measuring all my calories through MFP then switched to Lose It, I just feel like the interface is better. I realized quickly that trying to not exceed 1600 was very challenging. I felt hungry and deprived. I know that's common for weight loss, but I know that I won't stick with it if I continue to feel this way. I changed my goals because I think the calorie cut was too big of a leap. Instead, I'm taking a smaller step by focusing on adding more protein, whole grains, and fiber. I may not lose weight quite yet, but once I get acclimated to this, then I think the calorie cut will be easier.
In terms of fitness, I'm happy to say that I think I've found what works for me. I live in the desert and it's hot as balls in the summer but pleasant in autumn, which means I won't melt like a popsicle if I go for a walk/run outside. I have a trail I like to take. I start out walking and run for as long as I can, which is significantly boosted by upbeat music. I had 3 short running bursts in a 1.34 mile (2 km) long walk. Then I got home and put on a workout video for strength training. The first two times were brutal and the soreness was hard. The third one, I'm not that sore, and it felt easier. I'm not sure if that means I got stronger or if I didn't push myself as hard as I could've.
I think there's some skin on my stomach that feels a little bit looser, and my abs are a *little* more noticeable. However, I can't tell if there's an actual difference, or if it was always like that, because it's only been 2 weeks. I feel like my mind is making things up to keep me motivated. My fingers, face, and arms haven't changed. Does anyone else deal with this doubt that change is real?
Thanks for the accountability.
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