What Are Your 2 Week Fat Loss Results?
It’s been two weeks since you started on your fat loss plan.
You are either Getting Results or you are Not.
I am here to help troubleshoot your fat loss efforts and offer tips and strategies to help you get UnStuck, avoid plateaus, stay motivated and KEEP making progress…you deserve to make 2010 YOUR Year!
How are you doing? What new questions do you have?
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Thank you so much for the work out video’s. I was just diagnosed with Hypothyroidism and just started the medication. I have been trying to lose weight for 2 yrs with no results. so hopefully I will be able to see the scale slide downward. Thank you for all your tips, video’s and help. I LOVE YOU!!
Thanks,
karen
i havn’t even started yet i dont know what to do please help
Hey Holly,
Thanks for all the great advice and challenging workout videos.
Happy New Year!
Andra
Thank you for checking in with us, Holly! Things are improving day by day but I have a long ways to go. I think at this point I have all the tools to keep going. I just need to be the one who sits down and plans and uses these tools to their optimum. I know they work because when I use them I see results.
Thank you, thank you. I think the thing that would help me is a personal chef – then everything would be 100%!
This might be way too loaded of a question so I understand if your response is “up to you.”
I’m trying to eat “clean” on a budget, as are a lot of women I realize. I’m struggling to figure out what are the best foods to make sure I get the best quality and which ones aren’t as important. An example is greek yogurt vs. regular yogurt (plain). Or maybe with any meats…deli meats, frozen, etc. the cheaper ones are usually the ones that aren’t as good for you. Should I simply get the good meat just not get very much or get a decent amount of the not-so-good stuff? I get the fruits and veggies that are on sale for a good price, so I’m not so worried about that. It’s everything else that I just don’t know about! My budget is $175-$200 for a family of 4 (for a month). So, I realize it for sure could be worse, I just want to make the best choice. Thanks for any help or suggestions!
Hi Holly,
thanks for your support my weight is coming off nicely, but i am having trouble like never before with craving for sweet things to eat; I never had such craving. It is like I must have some sweet after each meal! Help! Why is this happening? How can I curb these urges, they would ruin all this hard work I have put in, I cannot afford for this to happen.
Thanks, Holly!
I needed this reminder that slow and steady wins the race. It is so easy for me to get impatient and overwhelmed and I have so far to go! Good reminder to keep going and be patient.
I just wanted to ask a pretty basic question but one that has been bugging me and I haven’t been able to make it to coaching calls to ask you!!
I’ve recently started getting up early 5:30am to do my workouts instead of leaving them until the middle of the day (since it’s summer here – too hot during the day). I haven’t been having any pre-workout snack since I want to get going before my kids get up. I seem to do fine with my workouts but wonder if I could work harder having a snack beforehand, and whether not having a snack is affecting my results?
If I should have something, what do you suggest that’s light and won’t give me indigestion while I’m working out? I would workout straight away after having the pre-workout snack (can’t wait around for digestion since the clock is ticking!).
Have a great time in Florida Holly!
i love knowing you will be there to help me get “UnStuck”!!!
Hey Deb! Holly may have a better answer, but I get up at 5:00am for my workouts! I usually have around 4 oz. of apple juice right when I wake up, then go get ready for my workout and put coffee on for my hubby. By 5:30am I am exercising. I do just great with that little bit of juice in me before I workout! Then I do my post workout shake after! Maybe that would work for you. I eat regular breakfast about 1 hour after my shake. Hope that helps you!
Hi Holly!
Things are going really well! I have not weighed myself in 2 weeks, but I can tell things are changing. Not dramatically, but I just don’t look so “puffy” anymore. Not going to weigh for at least 1 more week, because I don’t want to get “stuck” on that number and be discouraged for no reason. Heck, maybe I’ll quit weighing altogether!
Have fun in Florida! It’s actually through Joel Marion and his promotion of Trasformation Domination that I found you, and I am SOOOO glad that I did!
I am confused….I thought the Transformation started this past Monday (1/11). This is Day 4 for me!
I am getting in the groove, and finding ways to improve!
Have a nice holiday weekend in Florida! Hope it’s warm!
Hi Holly,
I want to say thanks for the time U devote into putting into the workout videos. I like Karen, who wrote to U also, has a underactive thyroid, so I know what she means. It’s awful, it takes so long to lose weight & not to mention how tired U feel at times. I have this quite a few years already, & it’s so frustrating , because one day I could wake up & weigh more. I am most of the time eating healthy foods, but because of the thyroid I get these hungry pings, & want to pick, but I must say 99% of the time I don’t.
Having 2 C-sections seems to be hard to get my stomach flat. I exercise daily, I feel guilty if I don’t.
Portion control is what I think my problem is. I could use some advice about it.
Thanks Holly, your the best!
Lee
Karen T- stick with it. I found FYM just before getting diagnosed with hypothyroid problems. Once the medication starts working, it will make all the pieces fall into place for you. Good luck and don’t give up!
Exercising makes me so hungry.
I can’t believe my appetite. I get so hungry and want to go for sweets for quick energy.
Some ideas for good snacks and lunch would be huge help.
Hey there Holly!
I wanted to know; if you don’t go to the gym and just want to work out at home or outside, like me, how do you cope with summer and winter? I mean, in summer it’s too hot and right now, there’s snow everywhere!
Anyway, thank you so much for doing this for us!
Does caffeine affect my workout–good or bad?? Should I be cutting down-I usually have coffee before I start my exercising and no snack.
Tks!
Holly, I want to thank you for all of the tips in your emails, they are helpful to get someone back on track. I used to be really fit and planned on going into competition. A few drastic things happened and I am now at the lowest point in my life, out of shape, miserable, very disappointed in myself and a few inches more than I should be. I am just wondering if you ever have contests where someone could win your workout program?. I would love to own your program and achieve the success many obtain but I literally can not afford it. I have been left a single Mom on disability and we are struggling. I don’t like this skin suit I have on, it’s not me. I need to get back who I was and live life to the fullest once again, my 4yr old son needs a Mommy that can keep up to him. Sorry to post this here but I have been wondering for awhile and it’s always worth a shot, and thank you for reading this.
To the ladies that have the sweets craving, I have been there. What worked for me was a glass of cold water when the sweet spike came in and I had either a half of an apple or a bit of fruit, when that got boring I moved on to a small handful of walnuts and dates(almost like a date square) or a small handful of cashews and apricots. I found that if I gave into the sweets craving with junk food it only made me crave it more often.
I feel good that I have been consistent with my nutrition and my workouts since end of december.
I am just trying to get clear in my head about PI’s, are these a replacement of a supportive meal or an extra meal such as dessert after a main dinner for example.
Or can they be either.
I have sometimes been counting some meals made up of reasonably supportive foods as PI’s if I know that the portions are a bit larger than normal such as a roast dinner. Is that right?
I am keeping them to usually 3 PIs a week sometimes up to 5.
Thanks for this Holly,
have a great trip!!
Hi Holly,
How much sugar is too much sugar in any given food? Is there a magic number, ie. 5 grams where anything higher is not good?
Also, is it ok to do squats and pushups everyday or should I allow a day of rest?
Thanks.
I started this programme in September but used to skip once in a while.I ve hypothyroidism and dependendant on anti-depressants.I managed to loose 2″ from chest and abdomen and abt an inch frm other areas.But the scale doesnt seem to b moving.Am i on d right track.Pl. HELP!
Hi Ritu! Nice name by the way… As all the good guys are saying to us,
don’t get so hyped up with the scale….it’s the measurements that’s telling you the truth about what you’re doing!!! it’s telling us that you’re losing fat and inches and gaining muscles!!! Good luck and don’t give up!
this is day 4 for me of the challenge, and i’m doing pretty good. i never had problem with food, and cravings so i am eating healthy. but the only thing i have struggled before FYM is motivation to do my exercise. now i’m finding it easier to do workout after keeping in touch with you guys:) thanks!!!
i totally agreen with the whole thing about not going on the scale. I have been trying to follow your program without actually the daily programs. I am using just the emails and small workouts that you post.
I have seen incredible changes – even though I haven’t lost significant weight. it’s been about 8 months since i started this program. I have gone down about 2 sizes and 1.5kg.
does this sound about right.
my mummy belly has gone down a couple of inches too.
thanks Holly you have been godsent.
yaseena
Well, I used to weigh myself every day. Started the challenge on Monday and haven’t weighed myself since Monday! That’s progress! But I’m only 4 days into my Challenge, not 2 weeks! Wish I were – then these sugar cravings would be gone! Hope to see some visual changes by 2 weeks in. Thanks Holly for the constant stream of motivation and encouragement. It makes the difference between failure and what I hope this time will be success!
Hi got the stuff haven’t yet started waiting for school to go back so I have some me time have 2 kids 5 & 2 they wake when I wake & sleep when I sleep so no me time until school goes back. Can’t wait to start let ya know how I go.
Hi Holly
Day 5 of the NYTC and it’s going great. Usually with previous “diets” I have tried I have usually gone wrong by day 3, but changing my habits and not being on a “diet” has helped the way I think about things and I am so pumped to keep going!
Looking forward to experiencing the changes I know my body is making.
Good luck in Florida.
Lisa
x
hiya holly
im really glad ive joined this club
BUT
I feel im not doing the exercises right
1. i cant even do push-ups, ive tried all week
2. the plank seems to be hurting my back slightly, although i have heard its really good to get a flat stomach again
as i have seen it on various after birth magazines.
At my home we dont hasve much english food, its is ussually chappatis and curry or rice.
i was wondering if there were any guidlines on how we can prepare that, or if there is a small point i need to know about my asian food
please could you let me know asap as i have started your routine and i’d like to become like you in the coming weeks, flat tummy and smaller hips
thank you so much
lots of love
safiyyah
xxx
Holly,
Thanks for all the information and tools you have provided for this transformation challenge. At this point, the thing that would be most helpful are these short motivational pep talks. Just a reminder from time to time that everything is as it should be, and I can do this! You are awesome!!
Hey Holly, thanks for the little boost videos.
I am not going to sweat the scale for a couple weeks, just keep eating clean and working out.
I know it’s a plan that works and looking at the scale daily will only discourage my progress.
FEELS great to workout and lifting free weights seem to be helping with my core strength.
really like what you do for us Yummy Mummys.
never give up!, making good habits a habit means doing them everyday;)
Hey Holly,
Thanks for the boost and pep talk. I can’t tell you how much that helps keep me going. I’ve never been a morning person, but I’m getting up early to do my exercises and so far it’s been good. I do supersets in the mornings on Mon, Wed, & Fri and then I go to the gym on my lunch hour and do intervals on the same day. Does this sound okay? I haven’t been on the scale yet (started 10 days ago) but I was also wonder how often do we take measurements?
Thanks for everything! I love all the extras you do for us!
I did many organizing steps that help me workout easier.
I did only one workout and will be doing the 2nd today.
My meals has been good except for last night and today.
I did feel my pants a bit looser at the waist.
How can you help me:
1. I have some down times when I feel may be I started this too soon. I have 3 kids (last one is 6 mos old): is it too early? finding a good time to workout seems very difficult although the workout itself is really fun once I start. But most of the time, when I have enough envergy to workout, it’s just not a good time; meal time, pick up from school time.. etc.
2. although loggon on to FYM forums, reading, and viewing videos is helping me, it’s taking too much time from me and I don’t seem to be able to finish my daily tasks!
what’s the best plan that will keep me updated, motivated and have enough time?
thanks,
serene,
To those of you confused by the 2 week reference when you just started the transformation challenge on the 11th, I think Holly is referring to what happens to most people with New Year’s resolutions – by the 14th day, they are having a hard time following through. For those on the New Year’s Transformation Challenge over at ClubFYM, we have a system in place over there to help us with that! And yes, we are just 5 days in on the NYTC, and hopefully still going strong! If you’re in the NYTC and NOT going strong, head on over there and report what’s going on in your progress journal (or start one if you haven’t yet) and check in with your accountability buddies! That’s what support is all about!
For those of you who are not ClubFYM members yet, the NYTC is closed, but there is still lots of support over there, just join up and introduce yourself in the welcome area!
Serene, many of the women at ClubFYM struggle with the issues you are talking about. Some have scheduled their ClubFYM times for just a few times a week, or just a short time each day to give them a boost. You don’t have to do it all at once (either the program or the computer time!), just take it one step at a time, do what you can – something is better than nothing!
Thanks for the pep talk Holly! I haven’t weighed or measured myself yet because I know it will take time. I keep telling myself consistency is key and when I miss a workout I figure out a way to work it into my schedule the next day or if I eat something that is not the best thing I have to remind myself what my goal is. It is really hard work to fit all of this into my already full schedule, but I know that it will pay off! Good luck to all of the Yummy Mummy’s out there!!!
I tried again following your advice and I will need help to get started,
especially with the meal preparation. I just got myself a max-mini and
it’s different from the one I had before, so I’m having trouble with clicking
the wrong things and not being able to get back properly. I just want to
thank you for all the information that I am getting, I’m still exercising 5 times
a week, doing high/low arobics, steps and yoga and of course stretching.
I’ll write more next time. Adeline
just wanted to tell you that i’ve been constantly following up on your e-mails but never did take any major action- i gave up after 6-7 days for as many excuses as one could find. tomorrow is my “big day” and i shall keep u posted.
tx for being there 4 us!
So I have lost a total of 5 inches in the past 2 weeks. I do the december work out 7 days a week and I have been eating very healthy though to do so. I am average weight before, was 147 lbs, (i am 5’6″ and am 24) and now my current weight is 137 lbs. I do go to the gym a few days a week, I have noticed a huge improvement by adding yummy mummy into my routine. Trying to get back down to my pre baby size and weight. I have another 23 lbs to go and looking very forward to fitting back into those old clothes that I have. I am alot more motivated since I have joined yummy mummy
Hi Holly!
Thanks 4 posting ur video!
i’ve been waiting for this kind of forum, i havent get to coaching call yet. i’m not a mom actually, i’m a senior high school students, still at 16th. i have a few question for you:
1. does resistance training bad for me? some people told me that doing heavy exercise may coz bad effect for my growth. i’ve been diong ur exc for a few months, and seeing my result. but i’m concerned that it will keep on good forever.
2. what is the ideal fit person’s BMI? Body Mas Index? maybe sumtimes when you having a spare time, can you post sumthing about BMI? this is a bit confusing me. I count my BMI, and i’m on 19.5
3. i think i’m fitter than other girl at my age. I do alot of sports. i’m learning kungfu and do interval workout every 2 day. but i cant do resistance training at weekdays on morning, becoz i dont have time. i need to prepare for school. so, can i do resistance training at night? will my metabolism work fast all day also if i do it at night, not morning?
4. my goal is to have a lean, muscly, strong body. i’ve achieved flat tummy result, but i’m still chasing for a six pack abs. can i achieved this with doing workout that dont need any equipment? coz actually i dont have any fitness equipment. my parents dont allow me to buy this, coz they say it’s a bit xpensieve and not very needed. so, i use my textbooks, packed in my bag, so it’s not practical, and cant be used in some workout you offer.
5. I live in Indonesia. in my country, there is a little of english food, or type of food you usually talk about. i eat white rice, almost everyday. is this a good food? good carbohydrate? can you post an examples of healthy asian food?
i’m waiting for your answer..
thank you so muchhhhhh for this, i hope i dont disturb you with all my question, and bad english (lol..)
have a great fun on florida!
i love you! you’re an amazing mom!
Hi Holly!
I was wondering what to do about my interval training….it seems that I lost too much weight over the holidays. The weird thing is that I ate a lot of things that I usually don´t eat like christmas cake, ice-cream, cookies, etc. I kept following the FYM program, though.
Now, I don´t know if I should cut down on the interval training and focus only on resistance training or keep doing both, like I have.
Problem is, I can´t afford to loose more weight….
Thanks for your help!
wow Emily! I have actually put on weight and my waist has gone up as well. I have started the DVD workouts in October and was doing fine until New Year’s Day. I joked with hubby that my jeans was fitting loosely. Then my trousers started becoming tight again. I had stopped weighing myself for about weeks. I am back on the scales again because this is what works for me. If I see a number I work on it. If I don’t see a number and just rely on how my jeans fit I get in trouble. I have not missed one workout plus I am training for a full marathon, so really I thought I would achieve more results. I feel I am just not getting there. I had started taking prograde recovery once in the morning after my runs and then have a breakfast. I am not sure if this is piling on the pounds for me. I have also cleaned up all the bisuits leftover from the holidays and the chocolates so from next week I am definitely not buying any. I have never struggled so much to lose weight, not even after I had my son was this a problem.
Emily
If you are losing weight you really need to take a closer look at what you are eating – sounds like your calories are way too low. I sent you a personal email but never heard back from you on this.
Jennifer!
You are in clubFYM so just start posting what you are eating in your progress journal and together we can troubleshoot to see what’s up!
Actually, though I feel a bit like the Tortoise in the children’s story I DO feel as though there are many new things that I’ve not been able to do for a long time, comming back. One is a bit of flexibility in my hip joint which became painfully stiff about a year and a half ago (now I think due to the lethargy of my work and the fact that I was given a car…)
Do you have any suggestions for increasing flexibility and properly warming up????
Also, you are absolutely right about feeling defeated by looking at the scale so much… because I was beginning to feel better in my body I would rush to jump on the scale hoping to see confirmation in the numbers which just haven’t been there… Note to self not to do that