iexercise 6 days aweek. i do 3mile power walk daily 30 min. weight every other day and pilates at least 4 times a week. since march ive lost 24lbs but about 3-4 weeks ago the scale wont move. i increased my exercise and it almost seems that im gaining a lb and added and inch what is going on? im very upset because im working very hard. most of the weight is in my stomach and i feel heavy. i approximate my caloric intake to be between 1200 and 1500 a day. 6 small meals of vegetables,fruits, whole grains chcken and fish. i allow a day of anything since i want to make this a lifestyle change and not just a diet. help. i am also 51 years old.