Mom, 32, frustrated
Right away I want to say that my goals are not "weight" loss as a much as fat loss. I'm at 32% body fat (or 32BFP), and I'd like to get down to about 25BFP. I am exercising daily, starting with a warm-up, and working out within the 60-80% target heart rate range. I do some light weight training, but I honestly believe toting the 2 year-old around the store should count for something. I do "feel the burn".
Why am I frustrated?
I want change, and I want it *now*, but I know that healthy change will happen gradually. I am *very* prone to gaining muscle. That's great for my BFP, but horrible for my self-esteem when I step on a scale. The last time I lost patience and dieted, I lost 25 pounds, but I got fatter. My BFP went up 2 points! I am not doing that again.
I need support and encouragement from people that understand.
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