My clothes are getting looser but my weight on the scale doesn't register the loss. Why?
543432
Okay...first of all, muscle weighs more than fat, so if you are maintaining the same weight, it means that you doing one up from losing weight.  You are gaining muscle.  It is healthier for you.  \n\nBy what you are saying, you don't want to drop the weight down any lower.  I know it is all about that number, but really your body is telling you that it can't go any lower than that number.  You are slimming down, and becoming more fit, and that is what matters the most to your health.  \n\nCongratulations on your success, too!  Keep it up, girl!
1149154
With proper diet and exercise you should be able to get in shape enough to notice a difference. However, measuring your weight loss by pounds lost isn't a great idea. When you start exercising, you'll loose fat and water weight, but replace it with muscle, which weighs more. Try http://www.sparkpeople.com to set up a diet and exercise plan!
383281
Your body may be at a plateau.  Give it time to adjust.  Your body may be trying to play "catch up" with your loss and is "getting used to" your new weight.  Depending on how much you're exercising, you may actually not be eating enough.  Also, when you add exercise, you may see a gain the first 2 weeks or so and then you'll start seeing a loss, however, you'll see your clothes fitting differently.  If you attend meetings, talk to your leader. She can look at your food diary and see what you're doing & make suggestions.
492127
Anytime you burn more calories than you consume you will lose weight.\n\nBut also remember it's not just about weight loss.  If you are exercising and burning calories, but not more than you consume, then you will turn your body fat into muscle.\n\nMuscle weighs more than fat, so it'll look like you've not lost any weight.  In fact you'll be losing inches (which is good too).\n\nThere is a great little way to figure that, I'll give you the link below in the sources.\n\nThe link below will let you know how many calories you burn by doing a certain activity for a given amount of time.  Not necesarily repetitions.\n\nUnfortunatly I am not sure how that'd translate into how much weight you'll loose.  But it's a start.
380349
First of all, your health is what is most important.\nSecondly, you say that you have been working for some time. If you look more slim but your weight does not decrease, it is probably because you have gained muscle mass (a good thing). Muscle weighs more than fat, hence the weight does not. You look more slim because you have probably lost weight and also because your muscles are probably more toned which helps to give you a slimmer appearance.\nFor more questions and information, it is always best to check in someone qualified (such as a physician or nurse, etc.) who will be able to adress any concerns that you might have.\nRemember...don't overdo it.
635355
They don't seem to have actually asked you to wear figure hugging clothes. Try wearing loose-fitting jeans and see what happens.
933348
It sounds like you are at a pretty good weight.  You have to be happy with your body, nobody else.  If you feel underweight gain a few pounds, but if you feel overweight lose a few pounds.  Its you being happy with your body that is important.
387975
just like your clothing, elasticity dies out in your skin, so if you stretch too far then the elastic in your skin wears out and will not shrink all the way. I have lost over 100lbs and have alot of that skin.
1055788
Dude, sometimes pounds creep up without warning and the moment you realize it you  either don't have the time or money to buy bigger pants or you are in denial and think pants still look fine, but in most cases, when you gain weight and go out and buy bigger clothes it's like giving in and convincing yourself that you will never loose those pounds. So just relax and let the ladies prance around in their skin tight outfits-they're either keeping high hopes or a family budget!
888195
Well, that would make sense. You gained muscle from walking and swimming and still lost body fat, making you a dress size smaller. But because of the muscle increase, you noticed very little difference on the scales, even though you lost body fat. This is excellent, well done : )
1058417
Everyone reaches a plateau when dieting. It sounds as if you are doing the right thing for your body to lose weight, so I would keep that up & maybe throw a little more intensity and challenge in with it. The weight will probably not drop off like it has been for the past two months, but it will continue to come off. Trust me.
876189
I believe that they show up more after you have lost weight.  When you are gaining weight, the skin is taut.  After losing weight, the skin is loose and flabby.
777447
Hmm, you haven't seen any results in the fit of your clothes?  I'm not sure what weight you started at, but I have been on a similar regimen since May and I have definitely seen results.  My starting weight was 201 lbs, and I am now at 175; I have lost about 2.5" from my waist/abs, and most definitely I have had to buy new clothes (or tailor pants that I own).  However, the last 10 pounds is the toughest - I am at this point myself.  But  it sounds like you're doing the right things with alternating between strength training and running/cardio, keeping calorie count low, and watching what you eat.  All I can say is to keep it up.  Maybe for your body type, 4 months is not enough to see significant results, but you should come to a point where you will overcome this plateau.  Anyways, good luck.
786037
Don't worry about it. It'll come back to you. You probably stress too much. That can cause weight loss.
726981
you'll lose fat to start off with but then it will turn to muscle, you;ll still drop dress sizes, but don't weigh yourself as this can be misleading. You will tone up instead, take a photo of yourself at the start and then a few weeks in take another picture and you'll notice the marked difference.
106505
I went on a diet four months ago & I've lost about 60lbs so far. I eat less, count calories & carbs, exercise more (I walk around the block, jog, do sit ups, etc), & gave up all drinks other than water. To keep me motivated I bought a pair of great looking jeans three sizes too small (no way could I button them when I started). At least once a week I tried them on & dreamed of how great it would be to button them. Believe me, it was so worth everything when I did finally get them buttoned. The jeans look good on me, I look good, & I feel even better.
326013
Have you noticed that your clothes are a little looser? If so, you are losing fat and gaining muscle.  If so, keep up the good work.  If not, maybe you would reevaluate your diet.  I would recommend cutting out simple sugars and simple carbs. Drink lots of water and give it time to work.  You could always join a group like Weight Watchers, but I think you should continue exercising regularly.  Birth control does tend to cause users to gain weight due to hormonal changes, but it should taper off after you've taken it for a while.