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Two sessions a week at the gym - when can I expect to see results?

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fatsatsuma · 14/05/2010 19:04

Im following a standard programme each time I go ie. 30 mins cardio, 30 mins ?weights (not sure what to call it - various machines eg. leg press etc).

I'm pushing myself pretty hard every time I go, as am hoping to see some results before a special holiday in July. Am I being unrealistic to expect to lose a bit of weight and tone up somewhat in that time?

I've been going for three weeks now and have another seven to go before said holiday.

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fatsatsuma · 14/05/2010 19:32

Actually, I don't think I am eating that much. And I am generally being careful about what I eat (the mini eggs are a minor aberration).

I did WW a few years ago and lost two stone, which I've mostly kept off, so I do know how to eat carefully.

I suppose I'm just hoping that I can lose a few pounds without doing the whole WW thing - just exercising properly and eating sensibly.

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cyb · 14/05/2010 19:26

ah, you see, I bet you are eating loads after a work out. i always used to

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fatsatsuma · 14/05/2010 19:19

Anyway, when I've virtually killed myself on the rowing machine, I'm jolly hungry

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SuSylvester · 14/05/2010 19:19

you cant run fat into muscle
you have to eat less

dinkystinky · 14/05/2010 19:19

I would suggest upping it to at least 3 sessions a week (one rest day between each session) and do something active (even if just a long walk) at some point at the weekend and you should see results. I agree with Cyb and SuSylvester - watching what you eat will definitely help you see results.

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fatsatsuma · 14/05/2010 19:18

Fair point, but I want to be toned as well as a bit slimmer

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SuSylvester · 14/05/2010 19:13

never unless you stop eating

cyb · 14/05/2010 19:13

you need to cut back on food too

exercise alone will not do it, at least not only twice a week

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fatsatsuma · 14/05/2010 19:13

mumblechum

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fatsatsuma · 14/05/2010 19:12

Yes mumbelchum I know the feeling

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mumblechum · 14/05/2010 19:06

. I really need to do something about my jelly belly and bingo wings

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