Mommy Weightloss

Hi M.,

I'm mom to a 4 year old and 9 month old and own a personal training business. I've helped many moms in your shoes, and have been through it myself!

The best route:
1. Strength train 2-3 times a week to add metabolism boosting muscle. Here's a video I created, that you can do with your 16 month old! http://www.kidlifting.com

2. Do cardio at least 20 minutes 3 times a week - as intervals, or as intense as you can! Start with what you can do comfortably and add 10% per week - so you're shocking your system each week and not just adapting to a lot of cardio right off.

3. Eat sensibly in a way you can sustain. Some great articles for you:
http://www.healthfitonline.com/resources/tips/eatwell.html
http://www.healthfitonline.com/resources/articles/diets.php

Best of luck & health!
M.

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Hi M., i had the same problem a few months back, but mine weight gain was due to a miscarrage. Unfortunaly i gained most of my weight during my first trimester. I tried everything, now im on Monavie. Its a drink, a wellness drink so taking it is actually good for you. It gave me energy and suppressed my appitite. I lost 14 pounds in my first month. I know that sound drastic, but the drink is not just used for weight loss, its a wellness drink, some doctors are now giving it to cancer and heart patients. This stuff really works, and its good for you. I dont eat as much, but i know im getting all the nutrients that i need. Its made out of 19 fruits, none concentrated, its all there, from the seeds of the fruit to the peels. This is so healthy, i have lots of information on it, i also have the doctors studies if you would like more information, please email me or call me.
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Good Luck,
A.!

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M.,
Take a look at this great website.
Sparkpeople.com
There are several mommy support groups on the site. I belong to one called Getting Fit Before Baby. It has really helped me eat healthier and become more active. And I have lost some weight.
Best wishes,
H.

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Try a low-glycemic diet.

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Hello M.; I know you said you watch your diet, but have you checked your thyroid, my daughter had the same problem, could not lose the weight after the birth of my granddaughter, found out her thyroid was not working, also try cutting out all breads, sweets, and white flour foods, walk 30 minutes everyday, it has to be everyday because your metabolism is not working fast enough, just think of it like brushing your teeth, has to be done. I bet you will start seeing results. Remember low carb, high protein, low sugar and fat you have to watch. Hope I helped alittle good luck and don't get discouraged, just remember result will happend.

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Hi M.,

It looks like you got some great responses but I also wanted to invite you to join me at Baby Boot Camp. I teach classes in Plumas Lake and Marysville. It's stroller fitness for prenatal and postpartum moms. All you need is a stroller for your kiddo, a towel or mat and a bottle of water. I run a 55 minute program which includes streching, core work, cardio and strength. My students began seeing a difference in their bodies (and scales) within 1-2 weeks. Your first class is free so you have nothing to lose! www.babybootcamp.com

J. Wheaton
Franchise Owner

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Have your thyroid checked. A lot of moms develop thyroid disorders, so it's worth doing. I developed hypothyroidism and no matter how well I would eat and how much I'd exercise, I still couldn't lose weight and would even gain more.
It also seems to me that you don't have an exercise routine, and that you're trying anything and everything. I find that having the following three components in my routine has really helped: cardio, muscle training and relaxation. When you start a routine that you enjoy, stick to it as long as you can and realize that success won't happen overnight. I would also recommend an initial session with a trainer and periodic re-assessments along the way to avoid plateaus.
Last but not least, continue to eat well. I cook almost everything myself, and if I buy anything already made, I check the labels. If there's any ingredient I can't read, I put it back! One of my favorite help is the magazine Cooking Light.
Good Luck!

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Hi M., my name is A. and I struggled with my weight after my third pregnancy. I also gained a lot of weight due to bed rest during my pregnancy. I was always a slender 5'5" 120lbs and I topped the scales at 210lbs at my heaviest! I got to 160 on my own then got stuck. Theat is when I started the herbalife diet, I was very sceptical but it worked for me. I drank two shaked a day and had very healthy snacks. I lost 40lbs in 3 months. I know sell the products because I want to help people that are in the situation like yourself. I can definately relate to you. check out my web page and contact me when you are ready to get started.

http://herbal-nutrition.net/members/ash79smith
I look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely, A.

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Hi M.,

Wow, I hear you! I have a similar story..I was always very thin until I got pregnant with my daughter she's 2-1/2 now. I started at 125lbs - 5'8, and at 9 mo's I was over 200lbs!! I lost 40lbs in the first few months after delivery, but then stopped losing. I couldn't lose the weight for nothing...it's very depressing especially when you've been used to people saying your "too thin" your entire life! Well, I finally started Nutri-System. It's not cheap, but I had to try something or I was going to go nuts. I lost all of my weight and then some in about 4 months. It was so easy because everything is microwaveable...and being a mom, it's nice to not have to worry about what WE are going to eat. My problem was my portions...they were out of control and I didn't even realize it. The only thing I did not follow on the diet was I didn't get the salads and veggies I was supposed to have on the side of my meals...but I lost fast. 4 months seems like a long time, but it went by pretty fast especially as I shrunk and started fitting into some old clothes. That is the horrible thing about weight loss...it doesn't come off as easy as it comes on.

My husband and I decided to have another baby...we got preg, and lost the baby 3 months in. I got depressed...went on some antidepressants and gained about 20lbs back. I hate myself again. I don't want to be overweight when I get pregnant again (assuming I can). So, my friend and I started attending Pilates classes and I'm going to start a vigorous cardio workout to get this weight off again.

I live in Vista, CA and have free classes at the place I live. I wouldn't mind a workout buddy either if you're interested. Pilates is awesome for strengthening & core strength, but I believe we also need cardio for weight loss. If you're interested...let me know!

Otherwise, I wish you the best...and good luck with your next baby!! Children are the greatest gift we were ever given. They just grow up too fast!

Take care,
T.

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Dear M.,

I can so relate to you. I delivered 7 months ago to a baby girl but during pregnancy I was gaining weight very quickly and was huge by month 4!!! The best thing that ever happened to me was when my doctor sent me to a dietician. I had never been to one before and never understood exactly what they did and definately didn't think it would help me. Well I was wrong and I saw her every week until just before birth and then after and she taught me how to eat normally which I like most American had no idea what that meant. All I did was walk for one hour every single day and eat basically how she told me to. I won't go into what I ate etc but I definately was not starving because as she told me it is a way of life not a diet. So I guess my recommendation would be to try going to a dietician. If you cannot afford every week just see her one a month. Give it a try. I wish you the best, getting the weight off is TOUGH but not impossible so don't give up.

S.

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I hear you. I struggled for 6 years to get my 40 pounds of "baby fat" off me after my second daughter was born. I didn't think I was "fat" so diet and exercise should have been enough for me. Well, it wasn't. I managed to not really gain any more weight, but I never lost any either.
I found a blessing in Isagenix, an all natural, organic nutritional body cleansing system. It is NOTHING like you have ever seen before. First you flood your body with nutrients, vitamins and minerals then you gently "cleanse", on a cellular level. It is a natural cleanse so there is no "attachment to the restroom" for days, and most importantly, no starvation. This is about FEEDING your body the right stuff so that it will function properly.
(Before my 80 year old grandma started her program she said to me, "B., I have a problem, I keep putting 3 ply toilet paper in my one ply system" - She understood that what she was putting into her body was not going through the system, and she was "stocking up" (fat)). (She dropped 20 pounds)

I lost the weight 2 years ago, and I have kept it off...no real effort required. I just learned the secret. I learned how to "oil change" my body. Weight Watchers & Jenny Craig, they are okay, but walk away from their system and you go right back to where you started. These systems don't address the need to cleanse. Isagenix gets your body back to functioning properly. If you are interested in more, we could talk. I'll tell you one thing I KNOW FOR SURE, diet and exercise are no longer enough. Everyone must address impurities in their bodies, from the water we shower with to the air we breathe to the nutrient deficient foods we eat. It is not totally our fault any more. Please, let me help you.
B.
www.HeyYouGetReal.com

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Weight Watchers worked wonders for me, it helped me monitor my portions. I gained over 50 pounds in my pregnancy so I was very discouraged. When my son was 2 months I started WW, he is now 5 months and I have lost all baby weight and then some. To be honest, I haven't been so good about the exercise either, we walk every day, but that's it. So it was just the change in my eating habits. Also, if you don't think you can afford it, just sign up for one month, learn the program, and then quit. Be sure to get lots of fruits and veggies and to drink lots of water whether you do WW or not. Good luck!

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Hi,

It sounds like you need to incorporate cardio vascular excerise into your routine. If you are a member of a gym, you might want to look into a spin class or step class that uses weights. Hit the weight machines 2-3 times a week in addition to 3-4 days of cardio. You might really benefit from a few sessions with a trainer. If time is tight, 20-30 minutes is always better than nothing or try 3-4 10 minutes sessions at home. A good book on nutrition is important. Just remeber that you are not going to lose 60 pounds over night. The best way to lose weight and keep it off is slowly.

Good luck!
N. S.

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Aside from healthy eating habits, I would suggest looking into StrollerStrides.com and find the location nearest you. I joined my local group and have been a part of it for a year now. We do an hour workout three times a week. The workout consists of warm up, cardio, abs and cool down. We don't just walk around the park with our kids in the stroller. We use resistance bands to work arms, backs and lots of leg work. I haven't lost much in lbs but more in inches. My kids even look forward to the workouts!

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Weight Watchers!!!!!!!!!!! I gained 68lbs during pregnancy also due to the fact that had a condition which caused me to be on bed rest for 6months of my pregnancy. After my daughter was born I was not able to loose the weight. When she was about 2 a friend told me about WW - I was reluctant but I lost the weight and more finally. Also, I looked through many fitness magazines and developed a fitness routine that was consistent and I look great. Good Luck

R.

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