Posts by lazyking

I can say with proud that I'm a runner. I run 5days a week now. Just like you I could run kilometers but I stopped because I didn't have enough time anymore. So when I started again few months ago, I swear I couldn't even last 10minutes. It was though and discouraging. FORTUNATELY, it does get better and better. You will have to do it by babysteps (great advice devilish_patsy). Start by walking first, then mix running/walking and finally you will be able to run. Last advice, keep a diary (just like calorie counting). Always mark, how long you walked or ran and how far you were able to go. Increase the time and or the distance carefully.

PS: About.com (home of calorie count) has a dedicated fitness website about walking and running. You should be able to find it easily. That website has PLENTY of great tips about jogging.

I'm gonna repeat everyone else. Count the calories. You might be very surprised. I started my weight loss when I was 226pounds. After a week, I was able to loose few pounds by a 1000cals deficit a day. Count the calories, add some weight lifting and you'll see the results

I laughed sooooo hard. This "diary" was hilarious. And the punch line delivered by your daughter KILLED me.

Viva la Vida by Coldplay

Bad Romance & Telephone by Lady Gaga (not a big fan but her songs are perfect for the gym)

From my experience, the closer you get to your target the harder it is to loose the remaining weight. After plateauing, I upped my calorie intake closer to maintenance and I changed my workout routine. I increased the difficulty level and added more outdoor activities. I don't know anything about diet pills, a small or medium apple 1 hour before working out always gives me the energy that I need for my workout. Good luck.

Thank you. Thats good news and some extra motivation for me :)

First of all, I can relate to your situation. I stayed 2 weeks without loosing anything. Then I got frustrated and started eating at my maintenance then I lost 2 pounds (miracle??) and now I'm back to my usual routine and I'm loosing again.

My advice would be to take a week off just to jump start your body, still dont eat very fattening foods and keep going to the gym maybe twice during that week. Bring new foods to your diet. Try new produces, new flavors and maybe a new workout routine. Good luck

I don't want to unmotivate you or something but I think 13 pounds in one month for someone who weights 153 is very unrealistic. A healthy diet goal would be around 6 pounds. I know that seems low but it's huge. For someone of your weight, it will make a big difference. And you wont be disappointed when you realize that you wont be loosing 13 pounds in 4 weeks.

The pill is useless and somewhat dangerous (multiple side effects), you only need exercise and healthy eating. You'll have a good stamina and you will feel amazing at the end of the month.

It's very very stupid. Dieting isn't killing or starving yourself. By creating a 500cals deficit on your foods and exercising regulary, you'll lose pounds and you'll feel extremely good in your mind and body. Thus you will have the best time at your concert. And believe me, people will not even look at you. They will be looking at the stars on the stage (they paid top money to see them not you).

I know that in the US, companies are allowed to a 5cals error. As one already said, the weight might not be 100% accurate but there is no need to freak out. The only thing I think you need to look very closely is the sodium that they add on your canned vegetables.