Steph, you rock 
I second everything Steph said, and I really really second what she said about 40 lbs being a WAY TOO HIGH goal to set for yourself.
Generally, 1-2lbs a week is a good goal to lose weight that stays off (i.e. as opposed to just losing water weight) - and 2 lbs/week is working really really hard. Instead of setting a goal as high as 40 lbs, aim for say, 15-20 lbs by the end of May.
I find that setting shorter, smaller goals is much better though. Like why not trying to lose 10lbs by Easter? Or even shorter - 5lbs in the next 30 days? Or (even better!) a certain number of inches off your waist by a certain date?
Shorter, smaller goals are good for motivation too because since it's easier and more quantifiable to reach them, most people get really motivated by being able to check off that they've already reached a goal - "that wasn't too hard! On to the next one!" sort of thing.
Weight loss is grossly overcomplicated by commercial companies so they can try to sell things to us and feed our "quick/easy fix" lust. Really, weight loss is just about eating healthy (cut out the junk food and sugar!), watch your portion size (eat small meals more often throughout the day, be mindful of your hunger and eat only when hungry and only until full), and EXERCISE!
That's great that you're walking already. Is there any other exercise you can fit into your schedule now too to get you closer to your goals? Again, I second Steph's suggestion of trying to do some more "active" cardio activities like maybe jogging or biking, and definitely, if you can, add in some strengthening activities. The more muscle your body has, the better able it will be to burn fat. There have been so many studies done to show how those who do strength training exercises in addition to cardio lose more weight faster and keep it off, compared to those who just do cardio.
HTH, and good luck! 
Print
Remind Me
Notify Moderator
|
Posts
Re: what do I do on this board?
