Looking for folks who have successfully lost weight by walking-- how long?!
Question:
Looking for folks who have successfully lost weight by walking-- how long?
Recently stopped smoking (3 mos), so appetite is off the charts. Really would appreciate hints: how much weight lost, how long it has taken you to see positive results, easy recipes (horrible cook, but love to eat). Thanks in advance for your support.
Answers:
It took me 3 months to loose 10 lbs from walking. I would walk approx 3 miles every evening around my neighborhood where there was a gradual incline. Then I hit a plateau, and I had to really step it up to loose the last 10, I'd do the 3 miles, but I'd run for parts of it, then come home and do some tae-bo and crunches. Most people will hit a plateau but don't give up! It seems like that makes things harder for you, but don't look at it that way - look at it as, you body has greater abilities now! (the walk was first my whole workout, then the walk became my warm-up!!) Don't bother with dieting just eat wisely - healthy choices, and reasonable portions. Make it ok for a treat now and then, but keep your visualized goal strong. Going out with friends dancing helps (easy on the booze) kickboxing classes helped me stick with it when I got bored with working out alone. Good luck!