I have been working out and adopted a healthy eating plan for the last 2 months. I started out at 205 pounds, and my goal weight, at 5'4" tall, is 130-140 pounds. 130 may sound unrealistic, but I remember being down on myself and feeling fat at 155, (years ago) so I know I can go that low. I have a very small frame, but too much weight on it! So far, I have lost 15 pounds, and a bunch of inches! My size seems to be shrinking, but my body is keeping the same blobby look for some reason. I have to be honest and say I started out very weak and had no stamina whatsoever. I couldn't even do 10 crunches and 3 minutes on the elliptical machine without feeling like I was dying. But now, I can almost easily pull off 120 crunches, and 25 minutes on the machine, and rising. I hired a trainer for 6 sessions, and she says I am to do crunches every day. I do them, but I was wondering if there are more ideas for blasting belly fat away? I have a hard time sometimes because my belly is in the way.
Right now I am aiming at 120-ish crunches a day, 15-30minutes of cardio on the elliptical machine and stationary bike, (which, I was NOT able to do nearly that 2 months ago!) and various weight-strength training, depending on the day. I'm usually at the gym 45 minutes to an hour a day, 6 days a week. I do give my muscles a break and do a different area of my body every day. If I could just shrink my stomach faster, I'd be happier and more motivated. I haven't even had kids, so this should be easier, no?
I have cut down significantly on the fats and sugars, and eat small, frequent meals throughout the day. I am constantly finding new things to cut down on or substitute with healthier options....
It is worth every sacrifice, and seeing/feeling the difference is wonderful, but sometimes I run out of ambition, or ideas, and need to be recharged. Any ideas? Thanks.
I have cut down significantly on the fats and sugars, and eat small, frequent meals throughout the day. I am constantly finding new things to cut down on or substitute with healthier options....
It is worth every sacrifice, and seeing/feeling the difference is wonderful, but sometimes I run out of ambition, or ideas, and need to be recharged. Any ideas? Thanks.