Hello!

[dissipate]

I forgot to introduce myself here before I started posting (oops). I'm female, 22, 5'4, 125lb and 31% bodyfat. While searching around for bodybuilding articles I found this great site and forum and have been checking in regularly.

My goal is to get down to 15% bodyfat first, before aiming for a lower percentage. I used to be a skinny kid involved heavily in track & field and swimming. Just about 3 years ago I was put on heavy medication for depression and I started gaining weight... and my metabolism seems to have slowed down ever since.

I managed to lose a bit of weight recently but have been on a plateau with the bodyfat after going off the meds and being prudent with my diet and working out. Hope to find some advice here :)

[Spartan936]

This place is great. It is aimed more towards building muscle, but it will still help you with your goals; everyone here is so helpful. Sounds like you know what you're doing anyways; good luck! :thumbup:

[Spartan936]

To get through the plateau and lose more bodyfat, try either increasing your cardio or decreasing your calories slightly. What you eat is more important than anything else really; aim for non processed foods. :nod:

[TheGimp]

Hi there.

If you've been dieting for a long time your metabolism could have slowed down too much. You may need to eat over maintenance for a while to give it a boost. Post your diet and routine in the relevant forums and I'm sure someone will give you some pointers ;)

[dissipate]

thanks!! :)