I just found this discussion and wanted to chime in with my story and share some things that really helped me lose around 60 lbs. :)
I was at 325 lbs, and all I did was get rid of all the sodas, no sweets, no dessert, and drank at least 8 glasses of water per day. I started taking multivitamins, Omega3, Spirulina Supplements, Glucosamine and eating lots more fiber. I also never take elevators (unless it is required) and always park as far away as possible when I go to the stores, it is awesome since I never have to fight for parking spots!
A couple years ago I bought a treadmill and set it up so that it had a desk on top of it. I have my laptop on there, computer mouse and a holder for the TV remote, my bottle of water, etc. I also clipped a reading light on the table top as well as a vorando clip fan to help me keep cool. I now walk on it as much as possible while I am working on my computer, surfing the web, or watching TV. I have it set at a measly 2 mph much of the time. But I tend to be on it for 3 or 4 hours per evening. That is an extra 6-8 miles of walking per day than I was doing before! I will usually set the incline to 5 degrees or so as well, as inclining the treadmill helps a lot. Needless to say my couch does not get used as much as the treadmill! :)
On top of that, at work, I added one of those little cycling peddling things under my desk. So I actually sit at my desk, working, and peddle for 4-6 hours per day. Not sure how far it is in cycling, but comes up on the LCD as being between 12,000 to 16,000 "cycles" on the counter, give or take. Nothing super hard or sweat inducing but much better than being inactive. Besides I would rather not sweat at work and get all stinky. ;)
Those EXTREMELY easy, minor changes can make a big difference. They integrate into your schedule, and become habit. I am still not skinny, but I am a lot healthier, and I can hike, walk, or go anywhere without getting too worn out.
After doing this for a couple of years, I have gone down from 325 lbs to around 265 lbs.
I do wish you success in your endeavor and commend you for taking the first steps in fighting for your health, and ultimately, your life.
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Posted · Edited by SirDomino
I just found this discussion and wanted to chime in with my story and share some things that really helped me lose around 60 lbs. :)
I was at 325 lbs, and all I did was get rid of all the sodas, no sweets, no dessert, and drank at least 8 glasses of water per day. I started taking multivitamins, Omega3, Spirulina Supplements, Glucosamine and eating lots more fiber. I also never take elevators (unless it is required) and always park as far away as possible when I go to the stores, it is awesome since I never have to fight for parking spots!
A couple years ago I bought a treadmill and set it up so that it had a desk on top of it. I have my laptop on there, computer mouse and a holder for the TV remote, my bottle of water, etc. I also clipped a reading light on the table top as well as a vorando clip fan to help me keep cool. I now walk on it as much as possible while I am working on my computer, surfing the web, or watching TV. I have it set at a measly 2 mph much of the time. But I tend to be on it for 3 or 4 hours per evening. That is an extra 6-8 miles of walking per day than I was doing before! I will usually set the incline to 5 degrees or so as well, as inclining the treadmill helps a lot. Needless to say my couch does not get used as much as the treadmill! :)
On top of that, at work, I added one of those little cycling peddling things under my desk. So I actually sit at my desk, working, and peddle for 4-6 hours per day. Not sure how far it is in cycling, but comes up on the LCD as being between 12,000 to 16,000 "cycles" on the counter, give or take. Nothing super hard or sweat inducing but much better than being inactive. Besides I would rather not sweat at work and get all stinky. ;)
Those EXTREMELY easy, minor changes can make a big difference. They integrate into your schedule, and become habit. I am still not skinny, but I am a lot healthier, and I can hike, walk, or go anywhere without getting too worn out.
After doing this for a couple of years, I have gone down from 325 lbs to around 265 lbs.
I do wish you success in your endeavor and commend you for taking the first steps in fighting for your health, and ultimately, your life.