Can't lose-now what? Suggestions? Help!!!!!

That diet sounds low in protein and calcium. One yogurt is not 100% of the calcium you need.

I would start measuring and logging what I ate. Portion control is sneaky.

I would look for a diet that had more protein in it.  Any fitness magazine will have diet/meal plans. Self, Shape, Fitness -- pick one up. I would also move more calories to my lunch meal and lighten up at dinner. 

To get maintain 140# you need to take in about 1800 calories a day. To lose down to 140 subtract 500 per day.  So aim for about 1300 calories a day. You will think you are starving at first! 

Aim for about 30-45 minutes of cardio a day.  Take your pulse and try to be sure you're getting it into your working range. Most likely 130-140 beats a minute for at least 20 of those minutes.  That will up your outgo. 

You could also try weight watchers online.  A lot of women have success with that. 

Sharon, I don't think you are eating enough. Your body may be fighting weight loss.

I joined WW to kick it up again. If I follow the point plan to the 'T', it does work.

It is easy. You can join online.

Janis

I am a Weight Watchers follower too. I was doing the core plan but recently switched back to counting points. I was getting a little too loose with the rules so I was maintaining but not losing. One thing that I do that really helps me is that I focus on getting at least 5 (but often more) fruits and vegs every day- that plus whole grains and high fiber foods. These fill me better and it helps me to think about eating to be healthy versus eating as much (whatever) as I can possibly get away with without gaining weight (which used to be my attitude and didn't help me- made healthy eating feel like being in jail or something). I am definitely in agreement with Rose on the measuring portions- it's too easy to fool yourself otherwise. Ditto the advice on exercise. I am down 20 pounds since last year after finally starting to do these things. Hoping to lose another 10-15 but really need to FOLLOW the WW guidelines. Thanks for starting this thread and I am going to measure all my food today. Maybe we should have a Weight Watchers thread- this is the first I've read of other women here doing ww.

Sharon- I hear you on the one piece bathing suit. I think even with a few extra pounds I look better in a 2 piece (even at my "advanced age" 48). The one pieces just don't do it for me.

I think the bathing suit depends on what you grew up wearing.

I've never in my life had a two piece and can't imagine even trying one on!

But when I go to the beach there are people wandering around in bikinis who aren't perfect, and they look fine. They walk around like it's their usual thing. As long as it's tan it'll look good.

Maybe what you need is some self-tanner? 

re self tanning -= have you tried the Lancome tanning gel in a pump bottle. i like the colour (not orangy) and its easy to apply. 2 applications looks pretty good and it doesn't stain your clothes or sheets. put some cream on your hands and knees before you start and wash your hands well afterwards. i always use it on my legs before i wear shorts in the beginning of the season. when you shower don't rub too hard or it will come off



Barb

I realize everyone has a different metabolism but so far walking 2 miles a day is working well for me.  I eat very similar to you but sitting at a computer for work and minimal activity will cause the pounds to stick.  Going to St Martin in April and want to be presentable in my swim suits!  Good Luck! Joann

(PS - favorite suit are the Speedo Tankini)