August 18, 2023

Okay, so I’ve started doing M/BODY more and noticed I’m losing weight… and I’m already a skinny gal and don’t want to get skinnier. (I grew up getting teased about being “too thin,” so trust me, I’m not showing off 😅). I try not to do high impact jumps and modify so I can build more muscles instead. I feel healthy and toned, and I don’t feel the need to eat more. I used to try to gain weight by eating more, but didn’t feel good doing it, although maybe I was doing it wrong. I used to do random workouts on YouTube to gain weight/muscles with heavier weights and low reps. Yet, I don’t ultimately enjoy lifting heavier weights so much and Marnie’s workouts are so fun and I love how I feel afterwards so I solely do M/BODY right now. With that said, I am willing to do things differently to not lose any more weight. Do you have any suggestions?
Also, I would like to know any supplement suggestions for general health/beauty/strength/immune system. Don’t worry, I won’t take your suggestions as medical advice! If there’s something that worked well for you, I’d love to hear it.
P.S. On an unrelated note, I had a dream last night that there is an IRL class happening in Japan and I was about to miss it…Ha! Probably all the talk about the IRL in America got me dreamin’…

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Lindsey J

August 18, 2023

Hi Mayo, I made changes to the way I exercise due to unintentional weight loss before I found M/BODY. For me it was running. I choose to stop running because of this (and also injuries from not cross training properly and building muscular strength) and now only do M/BODY. I’ve done only M/BODY for over 2yrs and have never been stronger or healthier with energy and endurance. My personal experience with M/BODY has not been weight loss, but rather muscle gain/a bigger body in a way that has been a process to accept but very much needed and healthy. I found it very important for me and my metabolism to add nutritionally dense foods without volume to ensure I am getting enough calories and don’t lose weight/lose the strength I have gained. In this way it doesn’t feel like you are eating beyond fullness as volume is low due to specific choices. I’ve had success with adding ground seeds and protein powder to smoothies, fats such as nuts and nut butters, oils, and prioritizing proteins.

Mayo (mah-yo)

August 18, 2023

Thanks so much for your input! I never run anymore due to that reason too 😆You know what, I’ve stopped taking protein shakes lately after my workouts, so I’ll try taking it again. Can you point me to a good resource to what you suggested if you have any? I’ll start Googling too.

Lindsey J

August 18, 2023

I love KOS protein powder. Organic, vegan, and on Amazon. I use a coffee bean grinder to process seeds (sunflower, sesame, pumpkin, flax) and add to smoothies with chia seeds , all soaked overnight to help with digestion. Adding nut butter is a must for taste and nutrients 😋 Seed cycling is super easy and recommend for hormone health. The added bonus is the nutrition and caloric benefits.

Are you currently also breast feeding your little one? That adds a whole nother level of metabolic burn.

Emily Parker

August 18, 2023

I’m with you on needing to keep weight on, Mayo and Lindsey. I use protein powder in oatmeal or I eat eggs/greens with higher protein sprouted grain toast and avocado or olive oil after M/BODY workouts. I also limit my workout to 30-45 min most days. I try to do 60 min once a week max. I also use a variety of seeds - soaked in hot water or warm soy milk with oatmeal - chia, flax, hemp. I snack on nuts, seeds, dark chocolate, fruits between meals. Nut butters in smoothies or with fruit too. I do mostly plant based except for eggs and fish - I aim for 20-30 gm protein with each meal. I also try to eat three meals and 2 to 3 snacks every day. I’ve managed to maintain a strong, healthy body with these steps. And, like Lindsey said, lactation brings a whole other level of energy and fat needs. I’d recommend talking to a dietician if you are breastfeeding and losing weight. To be sure you are well nourished and able to make rich milk for your little one. Lots of love from Texas!

Mayo (mah-yo)

September 05, 2023

Lindsey Jordan Appreciate the suggestions, I’ll take a look. Right now I’ve been taking whey powder with a chocolate flavor. Seed cycling, that’s a new word for me!

I’m an adoptive momma so I don’t breastfeed, but I sure am moving a lot more with two kiddos!

Mayo (mah-yo)

September 05, 2023

Emily Parker Thanks for all the wonderful suggestions! You and Lindsey have some similar suggestions that I should look into and implement. I’ve been trying to eat more protein, more often throughout the day.

I’m an adoptive momma so I don’t breastfeed, but I think all the moving around helping kids contributed to the weight loss…?! Lots of love back from Japan!

Marta

August 20, 2023

I feel you, I have had issues with being able to manage my weight and it can be rather disheartening.

Something that really changed the game for me was finding a nutrinionist, who helped me understand how my metabolism works, what was missing in my diet/what wasn't serving my body.

What ended up really working was changing the macronutrients portions (I totally agree with the others: proteins, proteins, proteins!) and when to eat (which helps in better managing insulin levels).

If it is a possibility for you, finding a nutrinionist could give you a deep knowledge of your own body, which is of course different from anyone else's.

I could also recommend listening to Tom Herbert/the useful coach: he is a climbing nutritionist who often talks about how to gain muscle mass, or even how maintaining the exact same caloric intake but changing the macronutrients can make one lose/gain weight within days.

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