How do I get the best out of my limited training time?

As a single mum I rely on babysitters and relatives for me to go training, I desperately want to lose 12lb. I have about 80 minutes in the gym (3-4 times a week) which I spend on Cardiovascular work. eg. running 30-40 mins, 10-15 cross trainer, 10-20 bike and up to 10 on the rower. I spend about 10 mins stretching and doing ab work. I am not losing any weight or it appears fat. In fact I have gained weight. Would I be better off cutting back on cv work and doing some weight stations? I don't do any at the moment as I try and do as much cv in my limited time as possible. I eat a healthy, low carb diet (although I do maybe have a little too much wine and chocolate)and desire a lean, toned body and a good level of fitness and stamina.

How do I get the best out of my limited training time?
No. I think you should keep your cv to 30 minutes. When you do strength training, like the rowing machine, you will gain more weight. This weight gain however, is temporary. It's only the weight of the muscle you are gaining. Muscle weighs more then fat so even though you are burning calories and fat, you are still gaining muscle. I think your training sounds like a good plan. If you want to add it some weight lifting, do light weights. Then just eat healthy and those pounds will start to come right off.
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Reply:eat less, but most of weight gain is probably muscles, not fat
Reply:you would definitely benefit from doing some resistance work although what you're already doing is great! speak to an instructor at your gym and they will be able to help you with a weights routine. this will help to tone your muscles, make your cardio workouts more effective and burn more calories even when at rest.

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