Hey everyone! I am new to this website, but I thought it would be a good idea to try it out. I have recently lost 40 lbs since March (as of July 31), but I still don't look the way I want to. I still have weird pockets of fat under my armpit, a flabby chest and flabby underarms, and I still have fat on my stomach area. I want to be toned and lean, but I fear that during my weight losing stage I lost a lot of muscle, more muscle than fat. So my question is: What should I do now? I can't tell where to go from here; should I strive to lose more fat or is it just flabby, untoned muscle? I am trying to be in top shape for when I go to school in September because my entire life I've always been kind of heavy. I will post pictures for better reference...Thanks to anyone who reads and helps me on this problem!
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Hey everyone! I am new to this website, but I thought it would be a good idea to try it out. I have recently lost 40 lbs since March (as of July 31), but I still don't look the way I want to. I still have weird pockets of fat under my armpit, a flabby chest and flabby underarms, and I still have fat on my stomach area. I want to be toned and lean, but I fear that during my weight losing stage I lost a lot of muscle, more muscle than fat. So my question is: What should I do now? I can't tell where to go from here; should I strive to lose more fat or is it just flabby, untoned muscle? I am trying to be in top shape for when I go to school in September because my entire life I've always been kind of heavy. I will post pictures for better reference...Thanks to anyone who reads and helps me on this problem!
Zack,
I looks like some possible loose skin as well as the fact that you have a bit of fat still left on you.
The next step for you would be to begin a proper weight training program if you have not already, and work to develop strength and muscle.
What are you currently doing?
Best of Wishes,
Kyle
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Zack,
First congratulations on your progress so far, that's awesome! I agree with Kyle 100%. I'm not sure of your knowledge base but muscle helps burn fat, which is one reason bodybuilders can get away with doing little or no aerobic training. If you just want to look good and are not interested in building a lot of muscle size, you can make a lot of progress using calisthenic- style strength training with push ups, pull ups, body weight squats and so on. Whether you choose weights or not, these types of exercises are a great way to start. Good luck!
First congratulations on your progress so far, that's awesome! I agree with Kyle 100%. I'm not sure of your knowledge base but muscle helps burn fat, which is one reason bodybuilders can get away with doing little or no aerobic training. If you just want to look good and are not interested in building a lot of muscle size, you can make a lot of progress using calisthenic- style strength training with push ups, pull ups, body weight squats and so on. Whether you choose weights or not, these types of exercises are a great way to start. Good luck!