I have tried everything from counting calories to low carb diets. I am a high level figure skater and want to weigh 115 lbs. I teeter between 125-27 and can never get lower than 125... how do I get this weight off?

If you are a high level figure skater, I imagine you have a coach. Does your coach want you to lose weight?

How tall are you?

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If you are a high level figure skater, I imagine you have a coach. Does your coach want you to lose weight?

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They haven't said either way... Just for me personally in my ice dance partner search, it is better to be as light as possible without being emaciated.

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Originally Posted by dontknownuthin

How tall are you?

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5 ft 2.5 in

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They haven't said either way... Just for me personally in my ice dance partner search, it is better to be as light as possible without being emaciated.

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Ask your doctor for advice on this subject due to your high level of exercise. Any fad diets or those without the correct nutrients could cause trouble and you could get hurt.

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Ask your doctor for advice on this subject due to your high level of exercise. Any fad diets or those without the correct nutrients could cause trouble and you could get hurt.

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Ok... It is just hard to talk to people about it. I don't look fat, but it is something I personally want to feel better about myself. Whenever I tell people, they just try to talk me out of it.

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Ok... It is just hard to talk to people about it. I don't look fat, but it is something I personally want to feel better about myself. Whenever I tell people, they just try to talk me out of it.

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That's why you should see a doctor or nutritionist. That way if someone says something, you can tell them that your doctor is monitoring you.

What does your coach say?

"I personally want to feel better about myself." What will happen when you lose the weight?

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Originally Posted by Wondergirl

What does your coach say?

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I asked that in the beginning. She said the coach didn't say either way.

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What does your coach say?

"I personally want to feel better about myself." What will happen when you lose the weight?

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I'm hoping I'll be proud of myself and have more confidence.

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Originally Posted by teacherjenn4

That's why you should see a doctor or nutritionist. That way if someone says something, you can tell them that your doctor is monitoring you.

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Ok... Thank you!

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I'm hoping I'll be proud of myself and have more confidence.

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How are you going to lose the weight? (By the way, you are not overweight at all, so losing weight will not make you more confident or proud of yourself. There are better and easier ways to accomplish that!)

Also, how old are you?

I do know that in most sports, especially one like figure skating where lifting is involved, the lighter the partner, the easier it is. But, at your weight and height, you are definitely not overweight.

Having said that, you should speak to a doctor. If you've tried eating healthy, and you're obviously getting plenty of exercise, there may be an issue (like a thyroid problem, or something else) that's preventing you from losing weight.

If you're under a doctors care, and don't go on a fad diet, there's no harm in trying to be more fit. I just want to urge you to think about this, because really, you're fine the way you are, and having an unhealthy outlook on your body, is more dangerous than dieting.

If you are an athlete, I think your goal may be unrealistic. You need more muscle and if you cut protein you'll loose muscle; cut carbs and you won't have energy for your routines. I think the idea of seeing a doctor or nutritionist is a good one. You should be able to find a partner who can work with you as you are. Sorry - I'm sure that's not what you want to hear.

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If you are an athlete, I think your goal may be unrealistic. You need more muscle and if you cut protein you'll loose muscle; cut carbs and you won't have energy for your routines. I think the idea of seeing a doctor or nutritionist is a good one. You should be able to find a partner who can work with you as you are. Sorry - I'm sure that's not what you want to hear.

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Great post! I had to spread the rep.

Also, muscle does weigh more than fat. The OP is an athlete, so 125 pounds on her frame will be a lot different than 125 pounds on someone that gets limited exercise.

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If you are an athlete, I think your goal may be unrealistic. You need more muscle and if you cut protein you'll loose muscle; cut carbs and you won't have energy for your routines. I think the idea of seeing a doctor or nutritionist is a good one. You should be able to find a partner who can work with you as you are. Sorry - I'm sure that's not what you want to hear.

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I agree that seeing a nutritionist would be the safest option... I need guidance so that I won't make any drastic changes that I'll regret.

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I do know that in most sports, especially one like figure skating where lifting is involved, the lighter the partner, the easier it is. But, at your weight and height, you are definitely not overweight.

Having said that, you should speak to a doctor. If you've tried eating healthy, and you're obviously getting plenty of exercise, there may be an issue (like a thyroid problem, or something else) that's preventing you from losing weight.

If you're under a doctors care, and don't go on a fad diet, there's no harm in trying to be more fit. I just want to urge you to think about this, because really, you're fine the way you are, and having an unhealthy outlook on your body, is more dangerous than dieting.

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Thanks for the encouragement... My situation makes this way more complicated than just trying the latest diet trend, so I agree and will see a nutritionist.

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Originally Posted by Wondergirl

How are you going to lose the weight? (By the way, you are not overweight at all, so losing weight will not make you more confident or proud of yourself. There are better and easier ways to accomplish that!)

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I kn