The Blue Box's Journal, 08 March 2012

Since your already at a low weight and only a tiny amount to lose, it can be harder. Cut your calories to 1200/1300 a day and see what happens. The less you weigh, the less you can eat and still lose. It's different for each person, so you need to play around with your calories. Also, if you just started those workouts and your muscles are sore, you can see a temporary gain on the scale from water. Google "why the scale lies" for insight in to water weight. That will effect the scale for a week or so. Sometimes we don't see our results this week till next week or later. But your on the right track. Also make sure your getting enough protein and high fiber (they help us lose better than any other food groups).  

I wouldn't cut your calories - but alter the 'type' of calories you consume. Had a peep at your diet calendar - you are pretty "carb" heavy. I would concentrate on eating more protein and less carbs.... Maybe try cutting out the cheerios - empty calories - eggs are good protein and a "whole food" or low fat Greek yoghurt with berries. If you must have something sweet', have you tried a low calorie chocolate drink? Not sure where you are from, in the UK we have 'options' choc drink". Eat lean meat, fish, chicken and vegetables and fruit. You cannot "spot" train unfortunately - but strength training good for 'firming'. Cutting back too low on calories, will only be detrimental in the long run - this is a "learning" issue.... You have to be sure whatever you choose, it is something you can keep up for a lifetime - otherwise you will be back to square one. Good luck :-) 

Suzi161 - My muscles have been a little sore from my Saturday workout, so that might be the culprit. And I know I shouldn't just look at the calories to determine my weight loss, but I forgot to take my measurements when I started, so it's all I've got to go on. Thank you for the info! 

Sk1nnyfuture - I have always had this notion in my head that as long as I burn more calories than I ingest, I will lose weight, but I gather that is not the case! And I wish I had read your entry sooner! I just bought 2 boxes of Kashi Go Lean Crunch and Fiber Plus cereals (they were an awesome deal!!) and I bet they are just as carb heavy... Thank you for your suggestions! After I finish my cereal I'll start having yogurt and fruit in the mornings.