Having trouble dropping weight

[shadowkiller]

Over the last month or so, I have dropped about 10 lbs just regulary working out and eating healthier. But for some reason I cant get under my current weight, I have stepped everything up and still seem to be stuck.

Have any of you had the same sort of problem and how did you overcome?

[osopardo]

You're at the "plateau" phase. Happens eventually to everybody because your body adjusts itself to your routine in order to conserve its resources. It's probably time to take a couple of days off - don't exercise and eat larger amounts of simple carbs (sugars) and fats. This will readjust your body chemistry and when you get back on program you should see a response.

A lot of athletes use this "cycling" technique on a weekly or bi-weekly basis to keep their metabolism actively "guessing" and reacting to your activities.

[shadowkiller]

I started taking a fat burner as well. I will see how that goes, I dont really want to stop training, its the only thing I do right now that has any enjoyment. I just moved to a new city and have yet to meet anybody, I know this has nothing to do with it but you know I dont think stopping training is an option.

I thank you for the reply though.

[osopardo]

I didn't say quit training, I said take a couple of days off.

If you really MUST continue working out, try doing something completely different, something you've never done before, for example;
if your routine is the basic strength training with weights and gym equipment, try a few days of swimming or bicycling or rowing (in a real boat on water) or hiking or even dancing (yeah, dancing!).

Being alone in a new place can be tough but (with all due respect) you might be more likely to make a few new friends when you're not so focused on just training.