petite fitness

  1. R

    Weight lifting at home vs the gym?

    I work mostly from home, and I’ve been so busy the last few months that peeling away to drive to and from the gym almost seems like time I don’t have. Weight lifting has done so much for my body that other strength training just hasn’t, and I really don’t want to stop. I was thinking of getting...
  2. C

    Any fellow petites here lose weight without exercise? If so, drop your routine please!

    During Covid I lost about 15 pounds through 1200 calories and exercise. Then due to work, life, family stress - I gained it all back in the last 6 months and I feel disgusted and disappointed with myself. But I’m having the hardest time getting back into it. I semi enjoy walking/running outside...
  3. T

    Clothes for petite women

    I’m 23f, 4’11 and 105lbs. I’ve gained and lost countless times, and I always find it harder to find clothes when I lose weight (as if it wasn’t difficult before). Here are a few suggestions with what’s available in the US. Lululemon: super expensive, but high quality. Can find cheaper prices on...
  4. W

    Vegan and 100+ G protein daily without protein powder?

    Is this even possible? I would like to be more plant based and protein forward, but I don’t know how I’d get in 100g protein without meat and dairy. I don’t want to rely on protein powder because I’d really like to have all my calories as real food. Does anyone do this? Alternately, are there...
  5. F

    High protein but not “healthy” tasting meal ideas?

    Struggling with keeping on track and meals. I typically enjoys more queso, chicken, pasta type meals. I’m 5’0 so I need about 1350 cal/day to stay in a deficit. What are your high protein go to meals that aren’t “healthy” tasting?
  6. C

    Plateauing 8 pounds above my goal

    Hi! I have managed to lose 18 pounds since November 2023, and I am only 8 pounds away from my goal. I started at 146lbs, and I am now 128lbs and I am 5’1” and a vegetarian. I am just stuck, and I have been stuck at 128 for about 2 months now. Before this I was losing about 4 pounds a month, and...
  7. N

    I guess I’d better get used to barely eating anything 🙄

    Just ranting. 5’2, trying to lose weight, need to eat 1400 to be at a deficit at my current weight. Been doing that, plus exercise, and I’ve already lost 4 lbs (yay!) This got me wondering what my my maintenance will be once I lose weight and hit my goal. At THAT weight? My maintenance will be...
  8. F

    Calorie deficit for 5’0?

    Trying to see if my calorie deficit is okay. 32F, 5’0, Current weight :145lbs, goal weight : 120-125 range. I have a sedentary job. I’ve already lost 9 lbs in 2.5 months but I was doing weight training 3x a week and walking a lot. I want to focus more on just walking for movement and being in...
  9. L

    r/PetiteFitness

    Need help at the last 8 pounds eat over lose weight but eat at a calorie deficit and exercise gain or not lose weight Hi I’m a 20F 5’1 7st 9lbs to give you a bit of background I’ve lost a stone and half over 2 years completely without exercise. I’m now at the last couple of pounds my goal is...
  10. G

    Where to buy cute.. i feel cringe saying this.. “pump covers?”

    so apparently the tik tok youngins are calling oversized baggy gym tees “pump covers” lol. as gym girlie who personally isn’t a fan of showing so much skin (i.e. wearing a sports bra to the gym), i’d like to get my hands on some cute oversized baggy tees to pair with leggings or biker shorts...
  11. O

    Heat & water retention

    Looking to see if anyone is experiencing something like this or has before I do cico on the lose it app. Lift 4 days , run 3 days- 1 day off. I just finished Sydney's summertime fine 2.0 I'm in my early 40s 5'1ish and like to be 118-120. I'm really struggling the past month w weight gain...
  12. B

    Seeking reassurance and inspiration: how long did it take you to get to your pre-baby weight?

    I’m 13 weeks postpartum after having a C-section and started consistently working out and eating properly about 5 weeks ago to get back to my pre-baby body (CW: 145 lbs; GW: 125 lbs). While I know it takes over a month — especially for a 5”1’ woman like myself — to lose weight and see progress...
  13. S

    What do I need to change? Stalled and feeling a bit fat

    I was on a weight loss journey since last June, took a break from September to October. I then sort of changed to recomp and I feel smaller than before but I feel like I've stalled for 7-8 weeks rolling up and down the same 2lbs probably since just before Christmas. Overall I've lost about...
  14. H

    Apple Watch TDEE Accuracy?

    Hey girls! I just wanted to start a conversation about how accurate the TDEE is calculated on apple watch? My move goal is 600 calories and I meet this everyday, if not I go over it. My workouts over the week are 4 lifts (2 upper and 2 lower), and I usually do 2 HIIT sprint sessions on the...
  15. L

    Progress Update! Maintaining 2+ yrs 30F | 5’0

    Cross posted to r/xxfitness Progress Pictures Prior Post on lower progress Original Post Numbers: 5’0 SW(Feb 2021): 110.9 Weight at first DEXA In Aug 2021: 97lbs CW: 99lbs GW: To maintain around 95 - 98lbs Starting bf % 24.5% (late April 2021) Aug 2021 bf%: 19.8% Aug 2022 bf%...
  16. J

    looking for an accountability pal- same ish stats 5’1 CW: 140 lbs

    23/F CW: 140, GW:120-125 Looking for an accountability buddy! (0: I hope this is okay to post here. I’d like to share snaps of meals and snacks, and if comfortable- before and after photos. A check-in message like I’m hitting my calories or I’m not eating something dumb. I’m currently walking...
  17. 5

    Beginner’s advice?

    Hey guys, I’m currently at about CW: 165-170, I’ve definitely plateaued since dropping from 230 about a year ago. GW: 135 ; 5’3 28 y.o I’ve been doing my best but I find it so hard to consume the right amount of calories/protein. Anyone have suggestions? I’m not a big fan of meats and can’t...
  18. F

    Calorie Help and Strength Training Q

    Bit about me. I'm 149cm (4'11) and 39 y/o. At the end of September my SW was 100.3kg (221lb). My CW is 85.3kg (188lb) and my GW 60kg (13lb). Since starting my journey I've been doing aerobic or HIIT workouts 6 days a week for 30-45 minutes. I'm also on my feet minimum 6 hours per day for work...
  19. G

    What’s your favorite physical activity?

    Hey ladies! There are all sorts of ways to get our bodies up and moving. I was curious on what’s your preferred activity? Are you making the progress you’d like to make? Is there something new you’d like to try? I have friends that want to lose weight and move more, but a lot of people think...
  20. K

    Making progress in weight loss!💪🏾 SW: 123.7 / CW: 119.8 / GW: 115

    For one, this is my second time posting in this group, but I am so excited and happy for this community! I feel heard and felt. I’m 4’11.5” (some say I’m 4’11, some 5’0 so we’ll go in between). I’m currently 119.8lbs. I started my workout journey at the end of November 2020. I am always on and...
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