weight loss (yey) and muscle tone loss

[Barb]

Hi there,

Just looking for info. Over the last 9 months or so I've lost about 10-15 pounds. Over the last 6 months, I've noticed a significant loss to much of my ab tone. My clothes fit looser but I have more skin fold. My workouts haven't changed. I work out 3- 5 times a week. Each time I do anywhere from 30-60 min of cardio and I do weights one to two times a week. I've never really had to work out my abs and always had tone. What's going on?

[BigManSlim]

Hi Barb,

Welcome to the forum. Can you give us your stats? Age, height, weight, bodyfat? (if you know it)?

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What did you do to lose the weight?
What have you (not) been eating?

[Barb]

Hi there,

Firstly, I really didn't have to do too much to lose the weight. I injured my knee last fall so I HAD to change my routine (I used to be a creature of habit and pretty much did the same routine every workout). I learned to vary the intensity, time and type of workout I did. Also, my fiancee was away at school for a few months and I stopped eating large (guy) portions, eating out and having a few drinks here and there. The weight came off pretty gradually. Also, though, I've been excited planning my wedding which probably affects my nerves and metabolism. I'm a work out and fitness nut. This latest issue has me stumped. I know all about not skipping meals and eating well. Cutting out bad fats, eating lots of fruits and veggies. Staying away from refined carbs etc.
Actually, I recently found out that I'm hypoglycemic so I stay away from white pasta, bread and potatoes as much as I can. Its amazing what cutting out those calories does for your weight loss.

Anyway, my stats are as follows:

My bmi is at 21
I'm 5'7 135 pounds
30 years old (this september - YIKES)
Like I said, I work out 3-5 X a week
Cardio each time varied 30-60 minutes
weights 1-2 x a week

thanks for your help!