Hi..... I'm Mrs Scuba

[mrsscuba]

A little information about me.
My name comes from the movie, Big Daddy with Adam Sandler, my husband's name is Steve, and our friends call him "Scuba Steve" so of course being married to him, that makes me Mrs Scuba. Has no relation to scuba diving :0).
How this weight issue all started. Back in High School I was 109 lbs. I have always been a huge fan of food, even in high school but back then I guess I just had a good metabolism. I had my daughter 2 years after I graduated and went up to 149. I breastfed and lost about 15 lbs, but I would teeter from 135-149. This was 12 years ago and I am still on the high end of my weight. My turning point was at the end of last year I got to 152 which was more than I weighed when I was 9 months pregnant, I was so upset.
I am looking forward to starting a career in law enforcement (yeah, I know a little old, huh?) and I tried to do the physical and could not pass the running whatsoever. I am supposed to do 18 push-ups in 1 minute, 27 sit-ups in 1 minute and 1.5 mls in 15.2 minutes. I was able to do 18 push ups, 24 sit ups and 1.5mls in 19.17 min. They give you a year to pass, otherwise you have to reapply and go through the process all over again.
I applied in March have been going through a free training with the academy since then on Tuesdays and Thursdays. I started with a trainer in June and work out with him Mon, Wed & Fri. I have re-tried the requirements and the last time I did which was on July 24th I was able to do 32 push-ups, 36 sit-ups and 1.5 mls in 16.13 min. I have improved tremendously but still have not passed the running to move on to the next phase.
I came on this site for motivation and advise.
Losing weight has helped me in all three categories but still need improvement in the running, I don't know what else to do.
I will be posting before and after pics on the Before and After Pic area, I just don't have the pics on hand right now.
Here are my stats:
5'4"
32 yrs old
Starting Weight: 149
Current Weight: 136
Goal Weight: 120
I eat right 90% of the time, and work out 5 days a week, what more can I do? I don't eat pastas, rice, breads and tortillas. I love fruits and vegetables. I have cut out soda from my diet and sweets. If I crave a soda I will have diet but that might be once a month. What more can help me get to my goal weight? I have been stuck at 136 for about 6 weeks without being able to lose anymore. I understand muscle weighs more than fat but now I am feeling discouraged and can't understand whyI haven't lost. Again I started working out and eating right at the beginning of June, so it has been 10-11 weeks since I started. What should be an average (healthy) amount of weight to lose monthly to get to my goal weight and how long should it take me to get there so I do not gain it back?
Any advise will be healpful...........

 

[Chillen]

As one gets closer and closer to their goal weight, and fat percentages drop, the harder the body begins to resist and at the same time adjust to the stimulants given. One reason for this is that the body is actually designed to store fat, and doesnt like to get rid of it easily--especially, when these reserves start to get low.

Therefore, I believe one has to manipulate caloric content and nutrients that adjoin their training, once fat loss plateaus, slows, etc. And, there are many ways to do this through diet----and adjoined training combination. But, its mainly brought through the dietary changes. The body is an extraordinary bodily mechanic, but if the mind on top is focused right, you can bring in a mental system of rules and work with the correct tools and bring yourself the jewels

One to two approximated pounds per week is healthy loss. (or an approximated -3500 to -7000c deficit in calories in a week).
What were your caloric totals like during your weight loss? What was your average loss per week? How long have you been stuck or plateaued? (Im assumming this).

Alot of persons that go on weight loss plans, rarely think of and nonetheless plan for, the period when they reach there goals to "atleast have a plan in place to maintain". This is one reason among many, that most suggest a life style change, instead of a temporary one that a "going on a diet" suggests. The journery to weight loss and the eduction and experience gained from this, can make one learn how to maintain when their goals are reached. And, then maybe even provide certain tweaks further.

Welcome to the forum.


Glad to see ya

Your among friends.



Chillen

 

[tonymcclellan]

my husband's name is Steve, and our friends call him "Scuba Steve" so of course being married to him, that makes me Mrs Scuba.

I am looking forward to starting a career in law enforcement (yeah, I know a little old, huh?)

Wouldnt that make you "Scuba Jane" or "Scuba (Insert first name)." He is not Steve Scuba

Its never too old to pursue your dreams. I think people too often focus on what they think they should do instead of what they want to do. I am going into my junior year of college and am now considering a major change. Whats the point in finishing if it isnt what I will enjoy doing?

Welcome.

 

[theGOOCH]

Hey?! Who says 32 is too old???

You're a month younger than I am and I'm still a kid. Just ask my wife!:yelrotflmao: