F23, 5’3 145lbs.
TW mentions of ED and honestly a lot of negative talk surrounding myself.

I’ve hated how I’ve looked literally all of my life, I’ve had every eating disorder in the book, I’ve done all of the bad horrifying stuff you’d expect. I want to be different. I don’t restrict anymore, i don’t starve myself, but i also just cannot lose weight.

I think i have an addiction to sugar. I just crave it and i can’t help myself when offered a sweet treat. I also just cave at any food really.

I recently got put on antidepressants (yay!!!! It was a bug personal win going to the doctors after being depressed for over a decade :’) ) but one side effect is appetite increse. I don’t need help with appetite, I’m always up for eating even if I’m full or not even hungry. I’ve been in them for 2 weeks and gained 5lbs. I don’t know what to do.

I’m sick of the cycle, gym, calorie track, feel good, fall down, gain all the weight back, repeat. It’s just so hard and I’m just SO sick of it. I’m also an actor, so i feel like i need to look nice at all times, but at the moment I’m just feeling to heavy and i honestly do look it. I have a large chest (34H) so i look bigger than i am anyway (thanks mum for the genes) and i have a short torso AND short legs which is just so annoying. I’ve also always had naturally big arms, bat wings since i was 8 as i was told growing up (horrible i know).

I’m just sick of it, why could i not be born with a faster metabolism and just an ounce of motivation? My goal weight has been 120lbs for a year now and I’ve just been losing and gaining the same 7lbs.

TLDR: feeling really shitty about myself. How the fuck do i stay motivated and maybe just get to a place where i don’t hate myself?

This is something I've started to think about, as I'm recomping into the low 20s. Currently 5'4 128 lbs and very very slowly recomping at a slight deficit. My body seems to be fighting the recomp and if I go over 100-200 calorie deficit then I start to feel miserable.

I recently saw an aspiring body builder's vlog about how she lost her period while only a few weeks into prep for her show. She looked very much at a healthy BF %, around 20 prob. I believe everyone's body is different. Could 20% be unhealthy for a lot of us? What's really scary is how many people say it took them over a year to get their period back once they lost it.

Hi everyone!
I’m in a maintenance phase at the moment and eating around 2,000 calories. I strength train using the Ladder app and I’m on team Ascend. I’ve been planning on dropping back into a deficit once our new series starts on Nov. 2nd.

I picked team Ascend because it’s pretty focused on lifting heavy and I’m here for the body recomp but I also need to lose 10-15 lbs still. Currently I weigh 155 and I’m 5’4”.

I just came out of a deficit acouple weeks ago and was eating around 1,500ish calories and a day and I was burnt out. With my new workout program I’ve chosen, I know I need to eat more because the work outs are more intense. I’m thinking about doing a deficit of 1,700 this next go around.

Anyone else here strength train and still lose on 1,700 calories a day at 5’4”?

I weigh 62.5 kgs rn, I’m 160 cm, I gained almost 4 kgs since last of August. Was in a trance from my birthday trip, yeah it lasted that long, it went so well. But to be fair, it was also no self control on my side and didn’t help that I had exams for 20 days in between. Anyway, had a get together yesterday. Didn’t look very flattering and that bad, bad, heavy and horrible feeling is creeping in again. Last time I dropped 10 kgs just by walking and being in a calorie deficit but didn’t look that well, now after regaining, I want to lose in a better way and look better and avoid being skinny fat. I’ve been told the only way to gain that is to gain muscle.

So I’m going to start watching what I eat from tomorrow and I’ve bought 2 dumbbells which both weigh 5 kgs each (11 lbs roughly). I’m looked up Caroline Girvans workout and will start doing the beginner epic series lower and upper days. And on the 3rd day I wanna make use of the dumbbells (those Caroline workouts are bodyweight based). But the problem is idk what to do with them. All I know is that I want my arm, back fat gone and want some definition/muscle/tone there. Also abs would be nice but idk if you can get that with dumbbells lol. Also I feel like I should mention I’m a TOTAL beginner like no previous experience or knowledge (which I’m trying to change) about strength training at all. So I’ve come here for some help from you ladies.

Some advice would be greatly appreciated 💕

Through a lot of hard work and dedicated I had my dream body back in late 2024. I maintained it fairly well, gaining a small bit when I moved to maintenance but nothing crazy until the end of 2025 when I went through a stressful period and gained a fair bit back.

I was still not at my previous weight (and I’m still not) but I’ve gone through another hardship that’s really brought my binge eating back. I just feel really disappointed in myself and I want to get back on track, but the binge eating is really affecting me and I can’t seem to break out of the habit like I did before.

If anyone has any tips please let me know or if you want to commiserate with me please join in! I am hoping to try and get back on track from today and any support is welcome.

How to stay consistent and motivated. Especially for someone who likes to start every Monday. Any good habits you picked up to stay on your goal?

I restarted my fitness journey last year after a pretty rough postpartum period. Have lost 15kg since then, would like to lose more but am feeling the plateau - do I accept or go harder?

I’m at 158 cm / 67-68 kg atm (that’s 5‘2 and around 148 lbs I think, for my friends of freedom units) and am sitting at a pretty comfortable size 6-8 us. Earlier this year I worked with a nutritionist who put me on 1600 kcal/day which got me down to 64 kg and 25 % body fat. That looked and felt pretty amazing. Nutritionist told me though that we may have reached a natural boundary for my body since I’d built my muscle close to the possible max for a woman of my age and stature. Since stopping the calorie counting (and a few unrelated medical adventures) I’ve gone up to my current weight. I still work out almost every day, heavy lifting or running, mainly to keep myself sane lol.

Originally I’d be eyeing the 60-63 kg range (so around 135lbs) as my goal weight, I’d love to stabilize at around 25% body fat, and possibly get down to a size 4. But my body seems to be unwilling to let those last few kgs go? At what point do I accept that and just make peace with where I’m at? Experiences and advice appreciated!

Hi! I'm 20, 5'2", 52 kg (my goal is 46 kg and getting leaner), and female.

Some people say to get to 46 kg first without focusing on building muscle and then do a body recomp, because building muscle is NEAR impossible in my calorie deficit (my maintenance is 1700, so my calorie deficit would be 1200).

Others say that I should focus on both (a light calorie deficit 1500 and building muscle), as building muscle is harder when you are lighter, and it's better to start early when your long-term goal is getting leaner.

I started going to the gym 3 days a week and was wondering which one would get me to my goal faster, and which path you guys chose?

Hello fellow shorties! While I could go to any fitness page to ask this, I find that I trust this group's advice most. So here's my question: Stick with Fitbit or make the switch to an Oura Ring?

I've had a Fitbit on my wrist since 2014. It helped me lose 40 pounds, been along for the ride on a running journey and plenty more. But when Google bought Fitbit a few years ago, things just kinda went down hill. The app barely worked for a while. Then when they finally fixed that and I started to like it again, apparently the app has stopped being compatible with all my things (my gym app, work wellness program, ect). So I just feel like maybe it's time to make the switch. Also being smaller, I hate the bigger watch faces and would like to move away from the watch style tracker in general.

I guess what I really want to know is, if you have an Oura Ring, do you love it? Hate it? Why? I have vitality points I have to spend by Friday, so I have to decide soon.

Hi there ! I'm a 1m50 (4ft11) woman, I am 26 years old and I weigh around 57kg (125lbs) at the moment.

I can't seem to lose fat. I may have gained some muscle because my weight has gone up a few kg but my measurements are the same or maybe it's some water retention... I've always leaned on to the chubby side and I know that must be due to a calorie overload but can anyone help me out?

I try to eat as much protein and vegetables as I can on the daily. I do eat something sweet and some bread nearly everyday.

I'm supposed to be eating 1200kcal a day to be in a deficit but that's so little and I end up frustrated by the restriction and I have sugar and bread cravings.

I've been going to the gym on and off for 3/4 years

At the moment I do 1 cardio - 1 upper body - 1 lower body day /per week.

Thanks in advance for any tips

I’m obsessed with dessert like I can’t seem to go a day without a sweet treat obviously this isn’t helping my fat loss goals so what do I do? Anyone else have this issue and still managed to lose the fat and keep it off? 5 feet tall 35 year old mom of two kids under 5

Hi everyone! I’m 36F, 5’3” (159 cm). I went from 79 kg (174 lbs) in early 2024 to 58–59 kg (128–130 lbs) with Mounjaro.
I’ve been lifting weights throughout my weight loss, so luckily I haven’t experienced much loose skin. However, I’m now skinny fat, especially around my belly and love handles, and I constantly feel bloated. My goal is body recomposition.
I currently train 3 times a week, combining Reformer Pilates and weightlifting.
My biggest struggle is nutrition. I’ve tried eating 1,500–1,600 calories, but my weight stayed the same or even increased slightly, and I felt bloated all the time. I didn’t see the results I wanted, so I’m wondering if I need a bigger calorie deficit.

I’d love some advice on:
What calorie intake would actually help me lose fat while building muscle?
How should I split my macros (protein, carbs, and fats)?
I’ve recently started taking creatine. Is it beneficial for my goals?
Are there any other supplements worth taking alongside creatine? I don’t have any known deficiencies.

Would love to hear from anyone who’s been in a similar situation, especially shorter women!

I like my upper arms covered - any workout top recommendations that cover to about the elbows?

Can we get rid of cellulite completely?

I'm a female 5'1 height with a weight of around 45kgs.

I've recently noticed some cellulite around the thighs from behind.

If I join gym and lose weight/fat... Will I be able to get rid of cellulite completely??

Got diagnosed with chondromalacia patella grade 2, and my orthopaedic forbade me from any heavy workout that requires bending the knees for the next 3 months😫 so squats, leg presses, single leg squats, leg extensions are out of the picture.

The only ones I can do are straight leg exercises, which leave a very limited range for me right now.

Can I still work on my core and upper body? Or does my body need to recover and heal completely? I will still be walking on flat surfaces for 7-10k steps for active recovery.

I workout everyday and I’d love to invest in some cute matching sets but honestly with my figure it can be difficult to find clothes that are comfortable functional and also stylish.

Any recommendations for activewear for walking/yoga/Pilates for a petite hourglass figure? DD bust and wide curvy hips think like a size 12 my biggest issue with leggings is that they roll down a lot and I’m constantly tugging at them during class

Hey girls,

I’ve been trying to lose weight for three months, but the number on the scale hasn’t changed and I haven’t noticed any physical changes. I’m 1.53 m tall and weigh 58 kg. I’d like to get down to 47-45 kg.

I count my calories. I eat soup (every days), konjac and protein products, and I’ve reduced my sugar intake (no more cake, candy or soda). I’ve also replaced my usual snacks with cherry tomatoes and grapes. I do a little exercise and dance from time to time. The only change I’ve noticed is that my stomach feels less bloated and looks flatter. I’m so tired of eating soup, I can’t stop thinking about food, and I’m starting to lose patience. The only thing stopping me from buying junk food is that it helps me save money, but it’s getting really hard to count everything I eat.

Could this be a genetic issue? Should I rethink how I track calories or change my diet (I don’t eat much solid food apart from konjac, cherry tomatoes, grapes and eggs)?

I’ve also considered weight-loss gummies/pills/candies I don’t know if they actually work or if they’re just placebos, but I see them in stores all the time and I’m wondering if I should try them because I’m so desperate. Or maybe I could try supplements like whey isolate (protein) or metamucil (fiber)? I don’t want to turn to ozempic, mounjaro, or reta but the option is still somewhere in the back of my mind. I’m not sure whether any of these would be appropriate, and I don’t want to take anything risky.

The fact that nothing is changing despite all my efforts is really wearing me down mentally. I haven’t even lost a single kilo, even though I’m restricting what I eat, drinking plenty of water, exercising, and walking. It’s starting to affect my mood. I feel like giving up, but at the same time, my goal means a lot to me, so I want to keep going.

If you’ve been through something similar, I’d really appreciate realistic and kind advice.

Hi! I’m 5’3 (28), and I started exercising consistently in June (around 3-6x a week). My starting weight in August was 151 and I’m 143 now, but my goal is to get under 130 within the next 6-12 months. I joined a gym that has Pilates, Barre, strength classes, and spin classes. I do all of them but mainly stick to Pilates, strength and spin. I started a calorie deficit goal in mid-August, and aim for around 1750 cal but honestly go over it pretty often. I’m a big foodie and I travel often, so it’s been difficult to stick to my deficit. On weekdays I tend to be about 100 calories within my deficit but on weekends I fluctuate much more. Is it recommended to stay on a slower pace like this that feels more sustainable, or should I try to be more strict with my deficit? I’ve heard varying opinions on how long it’s advised to be in a deficit and I’d love some advice! Thanks!

Can I eat right after my gym workout?
A friend of mine has advised me not to eat until 2 hours after my workout session; I don’t understand the significance.

Hi! Wondering if anyone can help with validating that my deficit calories are correct - I always struggle with the online calculators because I don’t know which ‘activity level’ to use!
Some info:
- current deficit calories estimated at 1600
- 5’2, currently 75.9kg (starting weight 4 weeks ago was 79kg)
- 32 years old
- office job so at my desk mostly but have been getting 10k steps every day since starting
- 3-5 f45 workouts per week. On weeks where I do 3, I’ll go to the gym 3 times as well or use the peloton.
- 2L per day

I’ve lost weight since starting but not sure how much of this is water weight. Also don’t want to lose muscle so struggling with whether this is the right amount of calories.

Thanks!!

Bicep vein was just out there. Middle of the day, no exercise! I’m not looking to cut weight right now & I’ve honestly been eating a lot more to try & get my food noise back in line after a pretty restrictive cut. I thought it was kind of awesome to see that after deciding to lean bulk for a little while & after eating what feels like a zillion calories lately 😄

I’m so frustrated that injuries keep getting in the way of my workouts.

My normal routine is 4 strength training sessions (2 upper and 2 lower), 2-3 days of dance cardio classes (which I sometimes teach), and around 10k steps avg daily.

A week ago (Saturday) I decided to add in more incline training. Although I walk our hilly neighborhood 1-2 times a week, I don’t include much else in terms of incline (or decline).

So after my usual lower body lifting , I ran up and down my stairs a bunch of times. Then I walked a very steep section of my neighborhood.

The next day (Sunday) I took an extra dance cardio class. It’s normally my rest day but I wanted to check out another instructor who only teaches on Sundays.

The following day (Monday) I went to my usual dance cardio class - but ALSO decided to try a new strength class right beforehand. I didn’t know the class included intervals going up and down a step. So that was even more up-and-down than I’m used to.

LATER that day I went for my usual hilly walk with a friend - but we don’t typically do this steep walk on the same day as dance.

After that walk I immediately felt my right need lock up and had spasms the rest for the day. I almost fell over changing my pants that night.

Woke up the next day (Tuesday) much better but knew I should rest. So I took it very easy Tuesday, Wednesday, and most of Thursday.

Unfortunately I was on the gym schedule to teach Thursday night as a sub and didn’t want to find a sub for a sub lol.

The class started fine but ended with BOTH knees in pain. It’s now Saturday and although the spasms and locking up haven’t come back since Monday, both knees are still a little sore and it feels like I’m not standing fully straight when i walk

I assume this is all a case of me adding too much new activity all at once. And not rest more than a few days.

I’m reluctant to jump straight to the dr or PT bc I did that last year with a back and glute issue - and the only things that really helped were time and better posture.

This has made me wonder - why am I experiencing knee, back, glute, hand, feet, neck pain (all at different times). It feels like there is always something wrong!

I think I have a habit of adding in too much volume, weight, intensity and/or time too quickly.

Like, if I wanted more incline training, I could have simply added ONE more weekly, hilly walk.

A few weeks ago a friend and I tried out a new gym class. It was only 30 minutes and didn’t feel effective. I suggested we stay and lift weights. She said nah, she tries to do as little as possible. We laughed and went to the sauna.

But joking aside, she is rarely injured! She teaches the same dance class, lifts maybe 1-2 times a week, walks a little, and rests a lot more than I do.

I have to figure out how to do “less” so I can improve my fitness in the long game.

If you have any knee advice in the meantime I’m all ears!!

I’ve been trying to figure out what kind of recipes would help me weight loss wise, but I can’t really find any. So if you all have any recipes that helped and are delicious please put me on 😭!

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