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To think that unlike Adele, lots of us are getting bigger after lockdown?

403 replies

caperberries · 07/05/2020 07:14

Having been reading about Adele's amazing weight loss, I feel as though I've performed a similar feat in reverse! I'm normally slim and healthy, I haven't been overeating that much during lockdown, so assume that it's just that I'm less active. I weighed myself this morning and have put on over half a stone! Speaking to friends, quite a few seem to have the same issue. AIBU to think that lots of people are gaining weight during lockdown? Or am I in denial and others are getting healthier, like Adele?

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Michellelovesizzy · 08/05/2020 18:29

Not really gained but not lost anything... my aim is to just not gain

Tas1984 · 08/05/2020 18:36

I’m currently doing exante (chapter version of Cambridge diet) so I’ve actually managed to lose a stone and half but there have been days I’ve cheated and pigged our. Trying to stick with it though as best as I can since I have at least 3 stones to lose 😕

MacBlank · 08/05/2020 18:58

I'm losing weight, and it's slightly annoying! Last year new shorts for summer are now far too big! They were a lovely pair of shorts too.

It's been many years since I've had a decent weight lost, and this new treatment I'm under for another reason, for once has a side effect of weight loss. Considering the other 20+ daily pills all say, weight gain and other things. So to finally get something that fights the flab, is great... Even if just a side effect.

Kravarza · 08/05/2020 18:59

YNBU, and weight gain is to be expected. Our lives have changed and not moving about as much as we usually do annoyingly causes weight gain. I know a lot of my friends are gaining or maintaining. If you're worried download a strength training app, which is better for weight maintenance/loss than cardio. Some of them are really good and free and not time consuming. I'm actually losing weight - I've amazed myself by doing exercise in the morning (bike, strength training and yoga). I then do an hours walk in the afternoon and have put myself on a 1000 calorie a day diet. I've been overweight for quite some time now, and never seem to have the time to exercise or literally just can't be bothered. I was very athletic but kids and work put a stop to training. Having extra time on my hands and being bored stiff I've thrown myself back into a healthy lifestyle. It's made me realise how much I love and miss it. How long it will last I don't know, but for now I'm on it.

claireyjs · 08/05/2020 19:01

I've lost 8lbs so far... so much easier when not rushing around

MarshaBradyo · 08/05/2020 19:03

I hadn’t heard about this so googled. She looks really different doesn’t she.

HmmGrey · 08/05/2020 19:19

Anyone who’s looking for a way to keep active should check out Sydney Cummings YouTube channel. She posts videos everyday and lots with no equipment. It’s kept me going

FelicisNox · 08/05/2020 19:41

I've put on loads of weight but mine's been creeping on for a while. I was just about to join the gym when we went into lockdown... I'm really starting to worry about it.

Motherofatruck · 08/05/2020 19:53

I weighed myself a couple of days, ago and was genuinely disgusted by how much weight I've put on Sad I had a bit of a cry but now resolved to do something about it. I've downloaded an app to track what I'm eating and keep an eye on those pesky calories, and starting the couch to 5k program tomorrow!

Gwenhwyfar · 08/05/2020 19:59

I'm MUCH, MUCH less active in locdown, gone from 13k steps a day on average to 2k steps a day on average. I force myself to go for a walk on the weekend, but I haven't replaced the gym with jogging outside or Les Mills online like I was planning to. I prefer to be active in a 'natural' way e.g. going to places, walking around in daily life, things I can't do now.
I fluctuate between being shocked at how inactive some people's normal lives were if they're able to be more active during lockdown and disgust at myself for not doing anything.
A few weeks ago I started to 'feel' my things more if that makes any sense. That's usually a sign I've put on weight. I also think my cheeks look a bit chubbier. However, when I weighed myself, there was no difference so I'm not sure what's going on. Have I lost muscle and gained fat? Have I gained fat only in certain places and lost it elsewhere. Anyone else feeling chubbier, but no change on the scales?

ZaraW · 08/05/2020 20:00

I wasn't too bothered about putting on 4kg but my work trousers are getting too tight. I've been cutting back on snacking for a week. Will give it a month and hopefully some of the weight will be shifted.

Uptheshard · 08/05/2020 20:10

Gonna try that body fast app

Gwenhwyfar · 08/05/2020 20:13

Work trousers lol. I'm working from home and only the top half is visible on zoom so I'm in tracksuit bottoms every day.

EmpressoftheMundane · 08/05/2020 20:52

I’ve lost a stone on lockdown. It’s easier to cook from scratch and exercise when I am not commuting.

Givemestrengthorgin · 08/05/2020 20:59

I fluctuate between being shocked at how inactive some people's normal lives were if they're able to be more active during lockdown

I don't think that's a particularly fair comment. I've become more active during lockdown but that doesn't mean i was inactive before...i just had to also juggle commute, school run, ferrying kids round to activities and I was left trying to squeeze in exercise two or three times a week. Now I find I have time to do something every day because none of those things I listed above are issues I have to deal with just now. I'm loving the chance to walk or run every day plus do Les Mills workouts at home which were never on my radar until lock down.

Givemestrengthorgin · 08/05/2020 21:07

Is the body fast app worth paying for? It's annoying that you have to commit to a 3 month subscription straight away.

GhostCurry · 08/05/2020 21:09

“I fluctuate between being shocked at how inactive some people's normal lives were if they're able to be more active during lockdown and disgust at myself for not doing anything”

I agree with Givemestrengthorgin - worry less about what others are doing and focus on yourself. 🤨

Winnipegdreamer · 08/05/2020 21:13

Lost half a stone because I’m not sat at a desk constantly and moving a lot more than I would normally

MrsJamieFraser22 · 08/05/2020 21:19

I’ve lost a couple of pounds eating the same drinking more but also exercising more as it’s the only thing I’m “allowed” to do when not working I genuinely enjoy. My friend pointed out at the start of lockdown it was going to make us fat or fit & decided option 1 wasn’t for me!

Teateaandmoretea · 08/05/2020 21:21

I fluctuate between being shocked at how inactive some people's normal lives were if they're able to be more active during lockdown and disgust at myself for not doing anything

You need to get a turbo trainer 😂

Bargainhuntbore · 08/05/2020 21:49

Don’t understand why people eat more and move less. I haven’t changed my routine.

JoeExoticsEyebrowRing · 08/05/2020 21:52

Anyone else feeling chubbier, but no change on the scales?

Lol, no!

Oysterbabe · 09/05/2020 06:27

Don’t understand why people eat more and move less. I haven’t changed my routine.

That's nice for you. I used to walk to and from work everyday and go for a walk on my lunch break, so would be covering around 6 miles a day. Now I'm working from home and looking after a 4 and 2 year old. It's not possible for many of us to stick to our old routine.

Tubs11 · 09/05/2020 07:36

We're in the weight loss camp. We're steering clear of junk food as we need good energy levels to look after our kids and cramming in of work when we can. I'm one of those people who needs to take a nap after a stodgy meal so steering clear....for now

Proseccorella · 09/05/2020 09:26

I've been ill for 2 months, self isolated and been comfort eating - partly because of illness, partly because DH is giving me no emotional support whatsoever. Have put on a stone. I'm short so it shows. Still coughing (though not contagious anymore) so am too self conscious to go out in public to have a walk those moments I do feel well. I can't wait till I feel well and get back to swimming again, and try and start to get my figure back, which I can't even bear looking at in the mirror. I'm delighted for all of those people who have made the best of themselves during this time, but I hate to admit I do feel a bit jealous.