http://www.timeshealth.co.uk/5_126_0.html times health forum thread - PLease help! Fri, 25 Apr 2008 16:31:25 +0000 http://www.timeshealth.co.uk/5_126_0.htmlCatherine I agree with the above. I have been doing a low carb diet since Jan 7 and have lost 12lb and upped the exercise ie running now can do 3 miles and drinking lots of water. They do say that carbs after 5 are not a good idea when loosing weight. I hav followed weight watcher twice after having my children which worked but I think making a diary of what you eat and exercise is essential. Good luck with it anyway....http://www.timeshealth.co.uk/5_126_0.htmlFri, 25 Apr 2008 16:31:25 +0000http://www.timeshealth.co.uk/5_126_0.htmlIf you do exercise a lot, be a little wary of the slimming club diets - I've only ever done Weightwatchers myself, and I followed the plan but kept a note of everything and then worked out the calories intake - I have to say it was scarily low! I also do a lot of intense exercise (running 4 times a week), and taking that into account, there was no way I should be sticking to what they told me - I wouldn't have made it to the end of the road! IMHO 1,400 calories is only just about...http://www.timeshealth.co.uk/5_126_0.htmlMon, 14 Apr 2008 08:13:25 +0000http://www.timeshealth.co.uk/5_126_0.htmlHi Catherine, Like everyone said, take it slowly, be patient, and try eating a bit more -- especially if you're exercising intensely. Also, if you've been on lots of diets in the past and later regained weight (you mentioned "I honestly havnt found losing weight this hard ever before"), your body is likely to cling to the weight all the harder. This happened to me and made the last 6 pounds take as long to lose as the 20 or so pounds before that! Good luck with your ...http://www.timeshealth.co.uk/5_126_0.htmlThu, 10 Apr 2008 11:55:52 +0000http://www.timeshealth.co.uk/5_126_0.htmlHi Catherine I got onto your thread cos I was looking for info on how to run a 5km (haven't a clue where to start) but found the whole thing fascinating. I'm glad you've found slimming world - it worked for me really well. i lost 2 stone in 9 months - nice and steady only a pound a week or so - and I never had time to exercise so the food control was really crucial for me. I'm glad to say I've kept it off for 9 months so it's all good. Hope you are having some suc...http://www.timeshealth.co.uk/5_126_0.htmlWed, 09 Apr 2008 20:29:15 +0000http://www.timeshealth.co.uk/5_126_0.htmlThanks everyone, its lovely to have your support and ideas. Have switched to slimming world now which seems to be working. I honestly havnt found losing weight this hard ever before. I really hope i learn from this lesson and dont put it all back on again!http://www.timeshealth.co.uk/5_126_0.htmlSun, 27 Jan 2008 19:27:39 +0000http://www.timeshealth.co.uk/5_126_0.htmlHi Catherine First of all I agree that 1400 a day may too little. You look quite tall from your photo but if an average (not very active) woman needs 2000 - 2200 to maintain weight and cutting 500 is required to lose, then since you exercise regularly (is the 5k run daily?) I would have thought 1500 - 1600 or even slightly more would be better. Try adding two healthy 100 - 150 cal snacks. See below.... Being in a what I think is a similar position I have done the following three things:...http://www.timeshealth.co.uk/5_126_0.htmlSun, 27 Jan 2008 13:23:54 +0000http://www.timeshealth.co.uk/5_126_0.htmlI agree re the measurements. A close friend of mine went on a healthy eating and exercise regime. We met once a week at the gym and to me she looked slimmer every time I saw her but she swore her weight on the scales had remained the same. So I can only echo what everyone else has said and try not to get too despondent....http://www.timeshealth.co.uk/5_126_0.htmlSun, 27 Jan 2008 12:53:39 +0000http://www.timeshealth.co.uk/5_126_0.htmlHi I am on a sponsored slim and was concerned as last week (only the second weigh in) I had not lost a single pound. I have kept up the healthy eating and exercise and this week two pounds have come off. Try not to get disheartened as people told me, which was right as two pounds came off this week, I am putting it down to putting on muscle. Also I keep a weekly check on my measurements in particular chest, waist and hips and even though last week had not lost weight had lost an inch off...http://www.timeshealth.co.uk/5_126_0.htmlSat, 26 Jan 2008 22:01:29 +0000http://www.timeshealth.co.uk/5_126_0.htmlThe only 'diet plan' that has ever worked for me is Matt Roberts' Fat Loss Plan and it worked splendidly! It's all in there - delicious meal suggestions and recipes, exercise regimes and loads of encouragement. Try it!http://www.timeshealth.co.uk/5_126_0.htmlSat, 26 Jan 2008 16:23:16 +0000http://www.timeshealth.co.uk/5_126_0.htmlCatherine, don't forget how long it took you to put on the weight - maybe it's crept on over a year, two or more? So we shouldn't be despondent when it takes a few months to take it off again - I'm guilty of this and want too-quick results.... after just a few days, I start checking the mirror and my waistband - sadly, it takes a bit more to 'drop a dress size'!! Good luck anyway....http://www.timeshealth.co.uk/5_126_0.htmlThu, 10 Jan 2008 13:51:12 +0000http://www.timeshealth.co.uk/5_126_0.htmlI can recommend Rosemary Conley cook books for good advice and a range of recipes on the low fat side of life. Her diet advice is very sensible; eat low fat and take regular exercise. I lost weight going to one of her franchised clubs. Can't make them now so I thought this was a good alternative. If you've just startedexercising more you may not see a loss for a week or so - I have found this in the past. But stick to it as it will work....http://www.timeshealth.co.uk/5_126_0.htmlWed, 09 Jan 2008 19:09:34 +0000http://www.timeshealth.co.uk/5_126_0.htmlthanks very much for all the support, very kind and helpfulhttp://www.timeshealth.co.uk/5_126_0.htmlWed, 09 Jan 2008 18:09:53 +0000http://www.timeshealth.co.uk/5_126_0.htmlalso make sure you're drinking plenty of water....and dont go too mad on the pasta after 5 pm..? also maybe you're not losing weight but gaining muscle or your body composition is changing?!http://www.timeshealth.co.uk/5_126_0.htmlTue, 08 Jan 2008 21:50:26 +0000http://www.timeshealth.co.uk/5_126_0.htmlCompletely agree with Steph and Mairead. 1400 calories only? not much there. Oh and can I just comment that by the looks of your photo you definitely do not look like you need to lose any weight. Wish I was as slim as you.http://www.timeshealth.co.uk/5_126_0.htmlTue, 08 Jan 2008 21:39:18 +0000http://www.timeshealth.co.uk/5_126_0.htmltotally agree - 1400 cals is never enough when you are doing intensive exercise as well. Up your intake of healthy foods and watch the weight fall off...!!http://www.timeshealth.co.uk/5_126_0.htmlTue, 08 Jan 2008 21:36:06 +0000http://www.timeshealth.co.uk/5_126_0.htmlIt could be that you are eating too little. 1400 calories a day is not a lot and quite possibly your body is 'hanging onto everything it can get' and your metabolism could be slower as a result. A 10 stone woman should consume about 2300 calories a day to maintain, and knock of about 500 calories for a loss of about a lb per week. That leaves 1800 - quite a bit more. Perhaps eat accordingly with healthy choices, and exercise more to give your metabolism a boost. Using resistance ...http://www.timeshealth.co.uk/5_126_0.htmlTue, 08 Jan 2008 21:04:14 +0000http://www.timeshealth.co.uk/5_126_0.htmlIt sounds like you're doing everything right. Weight can alter due to water retention as well as actual fat. Give it another week, I'm sure you'll start to lose if you keep doing as you have been. Good luck! Jeanettehttp://www.timeshealth.co.uk/5_126_0.htmlTue, 08 Jan 2008 20:07:06 +0000http://www.timeshealth.co.uk/5_126_0.htmli am eating a varied and balanced diet - cereal or boiled eggs for breakfast, salads or sandwiches for luch, stirfries, small amounts of pasta with veg or anything meat or fish based with salad or veg. I weigh 10.11 which is too much for me. i have tried every diet going and always get bored and give up! any ideas?...http://www.timeshealth.co.uk/5_126_0.htmlTue, 08 Jan 2008 19:44:14 +0000http://www.timeshealth.co.uk/5_126_0.htmlWhat are you actually eating within those 1400 cals? What is your current weight?http://www.timeshealth.co.uk/5_126_0.htmlTue, 08 Jan 2008 19:40:00 +0000http://www.timeshealth.co.uk/5_126_0.htmlI havnt been as heavy as my current weight for about 3 years. i have stopped drinking, am eating 1400 cals a day and exercising at the gym (5k runs)but havnt lost a pound in the first week of my diet!!! isnt the first week supposed to be when you lose the most weight? any ideas/suggestions http://www.timeshealth.co.uk/5_126_0.htmlTue, 08 Jan 2008 19:37:40 +0000