Feeling a little discouraged lately

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Registered: 03-26-2003
Feeling a little discouraged lately
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Thu, 09-29-2005 - 12:12pm

I've been eating healthy & tracking my food for the last two months. I've been going to the gym twice a week for the last month. Shouldn't I see some difference? I haven't lost an ounce, I'm still tired all the time & I don't feel like my workouts are getting any easier. In fact, last week's aerobics almost killed me - I was so exhausted I couldn't keep up with the class.

So what do I need to change? Right now I have yoga one night, pilates one night & a low-impact aerobics/toning class another. That's 3 1/3 hours per week plus I try to get out each weekend to take a walk or two. I'm following the food pyramid guidelines & eating about 1500 calories a day, fruits & veggies, low fat, etc.

I guess I'm just frustrated by all this work when I have nothing to show for it. I almost feel like its not worth it even though I know that I am healthier but I can't feel it so it seems pointless. I could really use some encouragement or tips on how to keep my motivation going.

Thanks.

Ann

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Registered: 12-04-2003
Thu, 09-29-2005 - 1:54pm

Sending huge {{{HUGS}}} your way!!

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Registered: 04-09-2003
Thu, 09-29-2005 - 3:54pm
I know it's rough I've been in the same boat for months. Feel like I'm doing everything I can but lose nothing. I don't think I'm as diligent as you are at staying on track. Have you been to the Dr. Maybe your having some chronic fatigue or something?

Gretchen


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Registered: 04-19-2004
Thu, 09-29-2005 - 5:22pm

Are you measuring your body?

I found my scale doesn't move quickly that I have to rely on the tape measure for my boosts in progress.

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Registered: 03-19-2003
Thu, 09-29-2005 - 7:13pm

Ann- it's frustrating this weight loss/health journey at times, huh? From your posts you are on track doing things the right way-- but I agree with Miranda re. the sleeping not being enough. I know that it can be difficult to get those recommended hours each night, but it is important- even at least a couple of nights a week.


I'd also agree with the others to perhaps looking at seeing your doctor to see if something else isn't holding you back.


In the meantime here are a few *tips* that might help:
http://www.healthyweightforum.org/eng/weight%5Floss%5Ftips/

~IslandGirl


Moderation IS Key


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Registered: 03-26-2003
Thu, 09-29-2005 - 7:51pm

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I know how frustrating it can be, been there done that, got the t-shirt to prove it.


Just from what you've listed I would have to say that while you are exercising for a fair amount of time that what you are doing and how it is broken up is the likely culprit.

~Kiervin~

Co-author of:  MONSTER'S INK HORROR ANTHOLOGY By Cyber-Pulp Press

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Registered: 11-06-2003
Fri, 09-30-2005 - 9:02am

Hang in there.

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