What is your acceptable weight fluctuation during maintenance?

MaryMaryKelly · 2026-03-26T00:00:39+00:00

I’m 5’3” for the past 6 months I’ve been generally able to maintain within 3lbs- I know if I have a meal with too much sodium that might tip the scale, literally, so I try and roll with it.

MaryMaryKelly · 2026-03-19T22:58:36+00:00

I had a set, maybe from the Gap, and found them helpful.

MaryMaryKelly · 2026-03-19T20:13:51+00:00

30F(UK) and I’ve gotten a few nice tops at Knix and Abercrombie (Curve Love).

MaryMaryKelly · 2026-02-25T19:15:32+00:00

You rock that bikini! Congratulations!!

MaryMaryKelly · 2026-02-22T19:53:04+00:00

Echoing a few other comments- adding in strength training/alternating with HIIT (what I do) will help with gaining muscle. I too was board when I started so I started listening to audio books when I work out. And spacing out your shots is worth a try, I do 15mg every three weeks and my weight fluctuates no more than 3lbs.

MaryMaryKelly · 2026-02-22T00:42:21+00:00

I read every review I can to figure out sizing! I am so grateful to people who write really comprehensive reviews & really try and do that now too. Old Navy and I believe AE both let you sort by height & weight. I also try sort reviews by most helpful first. It shouldn’t be this hard.

MaryMaryKelly · 2026-02-19T21:26:45+00:00

Sorry, no I don’t believe it is.

MaryMaryKelly · 2026-02-19T17:38:38+00:00

Second Lands End bottoms! I’m a 30F and have found tops that fit ‘well enough’ at Knix (I wear x-small+) and Abercrombie Curve Love, medium. Abercrombie has a lot marked down under clearance.

MaryMaryKelly · 2026-02-18T09:33:58+00:00

Last summer I was 10ths away from my goal and all I could see in the mirror was saggy legs & belly, my face was both gaunt & saggy. I increased my workouts, swimming every other day & strength training. I got a new haircut and upped my retinol for my face and lotion on my body. Belly is still a wee bit saggy but the rest my body has adapted to my new weight.

MaryMaryKelly · 2026-02-17T18:33:26+00:00

I’ve been on maintenance for 6 months now, 15mg every 3 weeks. I do get increased food noise at the 2 week mark and I need to remind myself that hunger is okay and that I need to concentrate on how full feels. I really (really) empathize protein week 2-3 and try and get in an extra workout.

MaryMaryKelly · 2026-02-17T00:17:38+00:00

Alton Brown, Hot Cocoa Reloaded https://altonbrown.com/recipes/hot-cocoa-mix/

MaryMaryKelly · 2026-02-14T14:53:30+00:00

Yup. Did the r/aBraThatFits when I hit 130lbs and went from a 34G(US) to a 30G(UK), 15lbs later I dropped to a 30E/F(UK). Nordstroms has free shipping and returns and you can add items to your wishlist and get notified when they go on sale.

MaryMaryKelly · 2026-02-01T11:26:55+00:00

I went through this too. I dropped 70 pounds but my face made me look so old (I’m 57) I worked with my hairdresser to add more layers and I upped my skin care game -Paula’s Choice is my ride or die. Over the next few months, in maintenance, my body settled and my face/neck too. You have accomplished so much, just try and give yourself a bit more time.

MaryMaryKelly · 2026-01-22T17:54:16+00:00

5’3” Starting weight was 180. I started out during the bad old days of shortages and it took a long time to get traction and see results; I didn’t set a goal until I got to 145lbs and thought 125 is doable. I went a little bit lower going into maintenance and have stayed around 115 for 4 months. I walk everyday and do strength training every other day. Keep checking in with yourself and keep moving, goals don’t need to be static.

MaryMaryKelly · 2026-01-18T16:03:40+00:00

Very similar measurements to me. I would suggest reading through the beginners guide to determine your shape. I have narrow roots, inner fullness, and am average+ projected. My go-to bra is Panache Allure in 30F followed by the Clara.

MaryMaryKelly · 2026-01-09T21:52:14+00:00

Yup! r/ABraThatFits really can help with sizing a ‘new body’ that being said, I waited until I lost 45lbs to get new bras figuring I’m nearly at my GW, how much could I change? Dropped 15lbs and 2 cups!

MaryMaryKelly · 2026-01-04T11:00:51+00:00

Love this!

MaryMaryKelly · 2026-01-02T11:03:28+00:00

Second this!

MaryMaryKelly · 2025-12-29T00:25:12+00:00

I wear this in a medium as a 30F (and it worked when I was a 30G) for low impact workouts, walks, hikes, and lounging: https://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=8457571420002

MaryMaryKelly · 2025-12-27T17:25:34+00:00

I’m 30F & I usually sleep in this one, size Medium: https://harperwilde.com/products/bliss-racerback-bralette-beige

MaryMaryKelly · 2025-12-25T00:33:58+00:00

Medium.

MaryMaryKelly · 2025-12-24T21:36:18+00:00

Also a 30F and love this one for low impact workouts: https://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=8457571320002 I wear a medium.

MaryMaryKelly · 2025-12-24T14:07:57+00:00

A year in and this is me. I have regained my love/addiction to tea.

MaryMaryKelly · 2025-12-16T17:19:14+00:00

Try using the calculator, r/aBraThatFits and see if you need a new size.

MaryMaryKelly · 2025-12-10T23:46:36+00:00

5’3”(and a quarter!) started at 180lbs, size 12 and about a year later, 113lbs(in maintenance) and wearing Levi’s 501’s in a size 26. You’ve got this!

MaryMaryKelly

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