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38F | 5’6” | 135 lbs | Vegetarian | Body recomp/fat loss advice needed

Hi everyone,

Looking for some feedback and suggestions on my current fitness plan

Current stats:

38 years old

5’6” (168 cm)

135 lbs

Measurements: 32” chest / 26.5” waist / 37.8” hips

Vegetarian diet

Goal: reduce body fat from ~26% to around 22% while keeping a feminine, sculpted look

What I’ve achieved so far: Over the last year lost 20 lb and reduced bf from 38% to 26%.

Current routine:

8k–10k daily steps

Strength training focused on glutes, thighs, arms, and core

Mostly moderate weights with higher reps

Planning to incorporate Pilate and yoga. Already doing pickleball twice a week for 30 mins.

Calories around 1670_1720.

Protein-daily 105 gm on average.

My current challenge: The scale has stalled from last 5 weeks or so and I’m trying to understand whether I should:

keep calories the same,

increase strength intensity,

add cardio,

or just stay patient and continue recomping.

Main aesthetic goals:

Lean thighs

Sculpted arms

Smaller waist

Questions:

Does my current approach sound right for getting to ~22% body fat?

Would you prioritize heavier lifting or more conditioning/cardio at this stage?

How much realistic visual change can happen in 7–8 weeks?

Any advice specifically for vegetarian women doing body recomposition in late 30s?

Would love honest feedback or tweaks from people who’ve gone through a similar phase.

Hello,

Body recomp success so far, but unsure what to tweak next.

Hi everyone,

Looking for some feedback and suggestions on my current fitness plan and whether I’m on the right track for a lean, toned look rather than just weight loss.

Current stats:

- 38F

- 5’6” (168 cm)

- 135 lbs

- Vegetarian diet

- Goal: reduce body fat from ~26% to around 22% for a upcoming vacation in 7 weeks

What I’ve achieved so far:

Over the last 12 months , reduced body fat % from 38 to 26. Total fat loss 20 lb.

Current routine:

- 8k–10k daily steps

- Strength training focused on glutes, thighs, arms, and core PPl.

- Mostly moderate weights with higher reps

- Calories around 1600–1700

- Average Protein intake us 105 gm daily.

My current challenge:

The scale has stalled and I’m trying to understand whether I should:

- keep calories the same,

- increase strength intensity,

- add cardio,

- or just stay patient and continue recomping.

Main aesthetic goals in next 7 weeks :

- Lean thighs

- Sculpted arms

- Smaller waist current waist is 26.2

Questions:

1. Does my current approach sound right for getting to ~22% body fat?

2. Would you prioritize heavier lifting or more conditioning/cardio at this stage?

3. How much realistic visual change can happen in 7–8 weeks?

Would love honest feedback or tweaks from people who’ve gone through a similar phase.