Thank you Walking
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I lost 100 pounds of pregnancy weight in 11 mo.10 years ago and have kept it off. Walking and strength training was my method as well and I maintain my weight because I am like Forrest Gump. I haven't stopped walking. I started out doing 8 miles a day.
WOW!
You did great!
WALK FORREST...
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kshama2001 wrote: »I'm a walker too! Am curious to see how well I do this winter. I'm near Boston. It was 60 today, but that won't last.
You never know, the el nino has really effected Michigan's regular weather with warmth... but the winds, ugh0 -
slimandsmiling wrote: »well done I am walking loads to at the moment .. or cycling. I am getting more and more into exercising outside.
I know what you mean about outside. I bought an elliptical and every minute on that thing felt like an hour. I gave it to my Daughter. I would rather walk outside naked in the freezing cold for an hour than go on that elliptical for a single minute... 0 -
Kimegatron wrote: »kshama2001 wrote: »I'm a walker too! Am curious to see how well I do this winter. I'm near Boston. It was 60 today, but that won't last.
You never know, the el nino has really effected Michigan's regular weather with warmth... but the winds, ugh
I hate the wind too. I was walking around this lake last week and the wind made it so unenjoyable. I toughed my way through it, but was glad when that walk was over. But it does make the nice walks that much nicer.0 -
bcalvanese wrote: »Christine_72 wrote: »Congrats! The only exercise I do is walking. I walk around 20kms/12miles every day.
HOLY COW!!!
You're kicking my butt!
AWESOME!
Haha It's become somewhat of an addiction
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bcalvanese wrote: »Kimegatron wrote: »kshama2001 wrote: »I'm a walker too! Am curious to see how well I do this winter. I'm near Boston. It was 60 today, but that won't last.
You never know, the el nino has really effected Michigan's regular weather with warmth... but the winds, ugh
I hate the wind too. I was walking around this lake last week and the wind made it so unenjoyable. I toughed my way through it, but was glad when that walk was over. But it does make the nice walks that much nicer.
Yeah, for me it gives me ear aches. I go with my dog who gets chronic ear infections (because she hates me and wants to see the vet all the time), and high winds are bad for her ears too
When it's windy and cold, though... CANNOT DO ITTTT lol! You did awesome, though, congrats on your results 
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Thank you for sharing everyone. Walking is the only exercise I have been willing to do so far. I walk about an hour and 20 minutes every day doing laps or treadmill. 10k-12k steps 6 or 7 days a week. Working on speed walking now. Would like to build more endurance.
When I started this summer I could only go 10 minutes at a time. Walking has made a huge difference in how I feel. Love being able to run up the stairs without feeling like a heart attack waiting to happen.0 -
I love walking, too, but am happy when I do my 2.5 mile trek around town. I dread the winter in PA, not only the temperature, but the early darkness really interferes with my walking.0
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Way to get it!0
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I am a walker too and I do not let weather keep me from it (unless it gets to about 20° below 0° F ). Just know how to dress and get to it. I live in Wisconsin and am enjoying the current mild weather, but am really itching for snow so I can break out my snowshoes.0
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I am a walker too and I do not let weather keep me from it (unless it gets to about 20° below 0° F ). Just know how to dress and get to it. I live in Wisconsin and am enjoying the current mild weather, but am really itching for snow so I can break out my snowshoes.
Oh come on!! really? 20below? LOL0 -
susan100df wrote: »Thank you for sharing everyone. Walking is the only exercise I have been willing to do so far. I walk about an hour and 20 minutes every day doing laps or treadmill. 10k-12k steps 6 or 7 days a week. Working on speed walking now. Would like to build more endurance.
When I started this summer I could only go 10 minutes at a time. Walking has made a huge difference in how I feel. Love being able to run up the stairs without feeling like a heart attack waiting to happen.
Sounds like about the same way I started. I know the feeling in how much better I feel too. That is what the training effect does.
Good job on your success.0 -
I am a walker too and I do not let weather keep me from it (unless it gets to about 20° below 0° F ). Just know how to dress and get to it. I live in Wisconsin and am enjoying the current mild weather, but am really itching for snow so I can break out my snowshoes.
Hard Core. Love it... 0 -
queenliz99 wrote: »I am a walker too and I do not let weather keep me from it (unless it gets to about 20° below 0° F ). Just know how to dress and get to it. I live in Wisconsin and am enjoying the current mild weather, but am really itching for snow so I can break out my snowshoes.
Oh come on!! really? 20below? LOL
Yup. Balaclava, scarf, mittens (not gloves), sweatshirt, parka, long johns, fleece pants, heavy socks, and walking boots. The only thing that shows are my eyes. I go dogsledding too and the best temps for that are between 0° and -15°0 -
Strivingforhealth12 wrote: »I love walking, too, but am happy when I do my 2.5 mile trek around town. I dread the winter in PA, not only the temperature, but the early darkness really interferes with my walking.
I'm in PA too, and it's going to be a great weekend for walking this weekend in my area. I'll probably walk at Tyler State Park on Saturday and/or Sunday.0 -
@bcalvanese Fantastic results, congrats on your success!bcalvanese wrote: »Strivingforhealth12 wrote: »I love walking, too, but am happy when I do my 2.5 mile trek around town. I dread the winter in PA, not only the temperature, but the early darkness really interferes with my walking.
I'm in PA too, and it's going to be a great weekend for walking this weekend in my area. I'll probably walk at Tyler State Park on Saturday and/or Sunday.
I live close to there! Love that park, especially the woodsy trails. That one, Northampton Park and Tamanend are my favorites. 0 -
Here is one of the walks I do at Tyler Park.
https://flow.polar.com/training/analysis/308712204
You can click on the Relive button at the top and it makes a little show of the walk.0 -
bcalvanese wrote: »Thank you everyone for the replies.
Over a year ago I had to have surgery to remove about 8 inches of my colon from diverticulitis. My surgeon (and other doctors) told me I had to lose weight, and recommended walking.
So, I started walking my butt off, and have been doing it ever since. I was obese, and now I'm not, and I think walking actually saved my life.
Pre surgery, I was told I had COPD, an enlarged part at the bottom of my heart, high cholesterol, at risk for diabetes, and other things related to being obese and out of shape. Mostly all the doctors recommended exercise and that walking was about the best exercise a person could do.
now, all my blood work is normal, and I can walk at a cardio pace (even in zone 5 for short times) for up to 7 miles, and I'm 58 years old.
I feel middle aged again...
Wow, this is so great! I love hearing how weight loss and exercise help people's health!
I'm another one who has increased their steps from around 3,000 a day in March to 17,000 a day or more now, and have lost over 25 kg.
Also, in September one day, I was doing my morning walk and felt an uncontrollable urge to go faster, so I ran 500 metres for the first time in 30 years... Fast forward 10 weeks of Couch to 5K...
On December 5, I ran my first ever 5 km without stopping. Thank you walking, for getting me to that point!
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Great job!0
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Wow! You just inspired me to get back into my evening walks. Thanks for the motivation, you look awesome 0
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Who is Walking?0
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bcalvanese wrote: »thereshegoesagain wrote: »Ok, I was going to blow off my walking today because it's misty and cold out. You've convinced me to put on my shoes, an extra sweater and get out there. Thank you for the inspiration!
You just inspired me for inspiring you, so I just went out and did a mile and a half at a walk/jog...
I did 5.5 miles, many thanks!0 -
bcalvanese wrote: »Thank you everyone for the replies.
Over a year ago I had to have surgery to remove about 8 inches of my colon from diverticulitis. My surgeon (and other doctors) told me I had to lose weight, and recommended walking.
So, I started walking my butt off, and have been doing it ever since. I was obese, and now I'm not, and I think walking actually saved my life.
Pre surgery, I was told I had COPD, an enlarged part at the bottom of my heart, high cholesterol, at risk for diabetes, and other things related to being obese and out of shape. Mostly all the doctors recommended exercise and that walking was about the best exercise a person could do.
now, all my blood work is normal, and I can walk at a cardio pace (even in zone 5 for short times) for up to 7 miles, and I'm 58 years old.
I feel middle aged again...
I find this inspiring. It's wonderful how losing weight and finding health can be life changing.
I'm more of a weight lifter and runner, but I do like a good walk sometimes.0 -
Well done on your loss! Big walking fan here too.0
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bcalvanese wrote: »Thank you everyone for the replies.
Over a year ago I had to have surgery to remove about 8 inches of my colon from diverticulitis. My surgeon (and other doctors) told me I had to lose weight, and recommended walking.
So, I started walking my butt off, and have been doing it ever since. I was obese, and now I'm not, and I think walking actually saved my life.
Pre surgery, I was told I had COPD, an enlarged part at the bottom of my heart, high cholesterol, at risk for diabetes, and other things related to being obese and out of shape. Mostly all the doctors recommended exercise and that walking was about the best exercise a person could do.
now, all my blood work is normal, and I can walk at a cardio pace (even in zone 5 for short times) for up to 7 miles, and I'm 58 years old.
I feel middle aged again...
I find this inspiring. It's wonderful how losing weight and finding health can be life changing.
I'm more of a weight lifter and runner, but I do like a good walk sometimes.
I am starting to mix light jogging with my walks because I am starting to have trouble getting my heart rate up to zone 3/4 unless I walk on very hilly paths now. My concern with running at my age is impact so I am trying to develop a good mid foot impact style in my light jogging rather than heel impact. I hope to gradually work my way up to running, but mainly I just want to be able to keep my heart rate at a certain level for a certain amount of time to increase my cardio capacity.
So far my resting heart rate has gone from the 80's to the 60's, and my VO2max (according to my Polar V800) has gone from fair to good.0 -
You could also carry weights with you to increase intensity, or put in lunges or skips ..anything to continue progression
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queenliz99 wrote: »I am a walker too and I do not let weather keep me from it (unless it gets to about 20° below 0° F ). Just know how to dress and get to it. I live in Wisconsin and am enjoying the current mild weather, but am really itching for snow so I can break out my snowshoes.
Oh come on!! really? 20below? LOL
Yup. Balaclava, scarf, mittens (not gloves), sweatshirt, parka, long johns, fleece pants, heavy socks, and walking boots. The only thing that shows are my eyes. I go dogsledding too and the best temps for that are between 0° and -15°
Proving the axiom about winter, "There's no bad weather; just bad gear"
You've inspired me to walk more this winter. If you and my 78 year old mother can do it, so can I!0 -
bcalvanese wrote: »I am a walker too and I do not let weather keep me from it (unless it gets to about 20° below 0° F ). Just know how to dress and get to it. I live in Wisconsin and am enjoying the current mild weather, but am really itching for snow so I can break out my snowshoes.
Hard Core. Love it...
The only thing that keeps me inside is a bad electrical storm . . . well, that and really severe cold.0 -
I started running at the the start of my weight loss, but my knees were hurting after a few months, so I changed to walking. I used to do a 6 mile walk along the coast in the summer months. Haven't been for a while but will definitely be going back. I miss walking along the beach. I usually walk to the supermarket, which is about 2 miles each way. On a Sunday I walk into the city to catch a train, which is around 2.5 miles. Sometimes I walk back.0
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<< also a walker here ( plus some jogging)
7 days a week in the winter.
I couldn't walk a 1/4 mile a bit more than a year ago. And there was a time i could not walk at all ( injuries) And i would never walk normal again was my prognoses after my injuries.
And true they will never heal completely, i always have to be careful but after a year of stepping up the treadmill every day and walking i get my steps in. Most days above the 12000 and in the summer close to the 20000 steps. This is a combination of treadmill and other activities.
Only in the summer here it becomes uncomfortable with 117F lol So in the summer i walk less ( about 30 minutes a day) and swim more.
In the winter other way around.
I power walk, jog and i carry weights.
My 60 minutes daily walk is on incline 5 to 6 most days. And i try to push for more. My goal at the moment walk ( not jog which i do too) a 4 mile in an hour. And this week i hit for the first time 3.9 mile on inline 4
Plus since October i teach twice a week Body-Robics again.
But can not wait till i get the green light to start some weight lifting too.
My weight loss is mainly happening in the kitchen, but getting fit again ( after being an athletic my whole life) is helping a lot. At this moment trying to find maintenance but the last year was inspiring for sure. I was a coach, trainer and athletic myself for more than 30 years and fought my way back into being and getting fit again. And starting teaching/coaching again. It seems to work so far
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