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jykobash
jykobash
Posts: 1
Joined: 2005/04/29
United States
2005/05/05, 02:54 AM
In February, I decided I wanted a new look. When I was 29, I worked out 3 hrs/day 5 days/wk and without trying started getting sort of a 6-pack and in those days I didn't like that look so I didn't appreciate it. I started working and my hours didn't allow me the time to work out anymore.
Now I'm in my 50's and wouldn't you know it, now I like that look and would like to get those abs back. I have that little belly bulge on the lower abdomen. I do TaeKwando 3days/wk and I do cardio 1-2 hrs/day everyday in addition to the Taekwondo so on average I do anywhere between 2 1/2-3 hrs of exercise/day and I lift weights. I started this in February. I'm 4'11" and 106 lbs. avg 23%-24% body fat. In 3 months I'm still the same weight and the last time I tested my body fat I was at 20% about 2 wks ago. This test was done by infrared which is supposed to be more accurate. I have a scale that tests for body fat also, at that time my scale said I was around the same range. Now, my scale fluctuates anywhere between 21%-23%. I don't understand. I work out so hard and yet I'm not seeing the results that I feel I should be seeing by now. I have to admit, I am starting to see a bit of definition in my arms but I still think my arms look really big. I don't want to look buff I just want definition. To me, my arms look fat and buff rather than thin and shapely. I just started on your program, today being my third day. I chose your advanced abs program. I'm hoping this will help me to achieve my goal. Thanks, Frustrated.
sstump1
sstump1
Posts: 1,227
Joined: 2005/03/20
United States
2005/05/05, 09:52 AM
From my understanding those scales aren't completely accurate, since they only measure height to weight proportion not taking into account any measurements or bone structure. Check out www.mybodycomp.com, you'll put in your measurements and it'll calculate for you.

Otherwise you're getting plenty of cardio...might consider taking an extra day off a week to let your body rest up a bit. Fat is burnt outside of the gym and muscle is built outside of the gym...gym is just to get the process going. When you push your body too hard it can get worn down.

Also take a look at your diet..eat clean and track your calories for a few days or a week. Then shave off 100-200 calories for a few weeks see if you're losing BF, if not then you can shave off a bit more. Keep doing this till you find that perfect combination.

Also fill out your goals in your profile. Always easier for us to give you good advise if we know what you're trying to accomplish.

Good luck!