Hi,
I'm new to this forum, and joined to ask a question that's been stymying me for the last few weeks.
I'm male, late twenties, 5'11", 250 pounds. I have a big frame and heavy musculature, so my ideal weight is 195-200. This I know because I used to run cross-country and track at the collegiate level, and my weight at that time (at 6% body fat) was 193. I boxed later, and my fighting weight was 190.
Since the glory days of 3-hour workouts and unrestricted eating without gaining an ounce, I've managed to put on 60 pounds while sitting at an office desk. Here's my question:
The last month, I've been very serious about getting back into shape. My wife (marathoner and health nut) has helped me to get into a balanced, healthy diet that does not exceed 2,000 calories per day, and generally settles in around 1800. I follow this diet rigorously and without exception, no cheating, no unplanned snacks, and the total caloric limit accounts for all sources, including 280 calories worth of Coca-Cola daily. I have started running again, 5 days a week, and am pounding out 18-22 miles per week on the brutally steep and long hills in our neighborhood. I feel great; getting stronger and faster and my endurance is increasing.
The problem: I haven't lost a single pound. My clothes fit a little better, but no huge difference.
Is this normal? Has anyone else had this experience or an explanation for it?
I'm new to this forum, and joined to ask a question that's been stymying me for the last few weeks.
I'm male, late twenties, 5'11", 250 pounds. I have a big frame and heavy musculature, so my ideal weight is 195-200. This I know because I used to run cross-country and track at the collegiate level, and my weight at that time (at 6% body fat) was 193. I boxed later, and my fighting weight was 190.
Since the glory days of 3-hour workouts and unrestricted eating without gaining an ounce, I've managed to put on 60 pounds while sitting at an office desk. Here's my question:
The last month, I've been very serious about getting back into shape. My wife (marathoner and health nut) has helped me to get into a balanced, healthy diet that does not exceed 2,000 calories per day, and generally settles in around 1800. I follow this diet rigorously and without exception, no cheating, no unplanned snacks, and the total caloric limit accounts for all sources, including 280 calories worth of Coca-Cola daily. I have started running again, 5 days a week, and am pounding out 18-22 miles per week on the brutally steep and long hills in our neighborhood. I feel great; getting stronger and faster and my endurance is increasing.
The problem: I haven't lost a single pound. My clothes fit a little better, but no huge difference.
Is this normal? Has anyone else had this experience or an explanation for it?
