Is running the only way?

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  • lynn1982
    lynn1982 Posts: 1,439 Member
    What about running do you dislike? Do you like zumba (I think you said you like zumba??) because it's in a group? I realized recently that I'm much better at working out in a group setting - I do a lot of Group Power classes, Spinning classes, and I joined a running group at my local Running Room (it's free!). I hate running on a treadmill but I love running outside with the group.
  • bpetschl
    bpetschl Posts: 3 Member
    Elliptical trainer with high resistance/hill climb?
  • emzyloo88
    emzyloo88 Posts: 145 Member
    a put a loads of top tunes you like and get running . always spurs me to run more when a good upbeat song comes on.x
  • Elektrolyfe
    Elektrolyfe Posts: 151 Member
    If running got you results continue to do so,

    but in my case I relied on proper macros and a calorie deficit to cut fat. I did minimum cardio and lost fat while maintaining most of my lean body mass.

    I will however do cardio if I ate a little too much that day just to get it to the level of my current deficit.
  • TyTy76
    TyTy76 Posts: 1,761 Member
    a put a loads of top tunes you like and get running . always spurs me to run more when a good upbeat song comes on.x

    But if she hates running, why do it?
  • dinglekerri
    dinglekerri Posts: 47
    I hate running too! The fact that so many of us hate it and still do it regardless says something. Although, ....I'm not sure WHAT that says exactly. Probably that we're all crazy, but I'm glad I'm not alone. :smile:
  • SmallMimi
    SmallMimi Posts: 541 Member
    I love running, put in my earbuds and just go. I hated it at first but, have learned to love the feeling I get during and after a run.
  • littlesprite11
    littlesprite11 Posts: 106 Member
    P90X, Combat and Pump...Love it!
  • ritchiedrama
    ritchiedrama Posts: 1,304 Member
    Running is really a poor investment in time in terms of fat loss, the actual fat loss really comes from a caloric deficit, weight training is definitely a better choice.
  • Elektrolyfe
    Elektrolyfe Posts: 151 Member
    Running is really a poor investment in time in terms of fat loss, the actual fat loss really comes from a caloric deficit, weight training is definitely a better choice.

    Solid advice, and do not worry ladies you will not get bulky lifting some iron.
  • SwitzEngine
    SwitzEngine Posts: 3,418 Member
    I run with my dog to warm up before I do my workout
  • candifeola
    candifeola Posts: 305 Member
    I have a love/hate relationship with running but it's been the quickest way to see results for me.
  • manhn1
    manhn1 Posts: 137 Member
    Running is certainly not the only way.

    I only started running after I lost the weight. I did a lot of classes--cardio kickbox, bootcamp and step, in particular.
  • NaomiJFoster
    NaomiJFoster Posts: 1,450 Member
    I've lost 21 pounds and have never run once in my life. Well, not since I was forced to in junior high gym class. I detest, loathe, despise, and abominate running. I walk, I do cardio videos, I hula-hoop, I swim, I do the rowing machine, I do circuit training videos, I lift light-medium weights. No running ever.
  • itsscottwilder
    itsscottwilder Posts: 317
    Rock Climbing and the rowing machine are among my faves.
  • Healthy_Chelsea
    Healthy_Chelsea Posts: 8 Member
    LIFT!
    Weight training is the best - research how you can use it to your advantage e.g. lift heavy small reps for muscle growth. Lift light higher reps for shredding.

    You don't need typical cardio at all - bodyweight exercises can get your heart rate up just as effectively.
  • guessrs
    guessrs Posts: 358 Member
    I believe the only way is to find exercise that you love to do!! That will keep you motivated to stick with it. For me it happens to be running, but whatever it is you have to enjoy it. Weight loss is about consistency, lifestyle change, long term thing so try different things and see what works for you.
  • Doodlewhopper
    Doodlewhopper Posts: 1,018 Member
    Running is really a poor investment in time in terms of fat loss, the actual fat loss really comes from a caloric deficit, weight training is definitely a better choice.

    Sure, but lifting deprives you of the opportunities to kick snarling, ankle biting dawgs & cuss drivers.
  • Doodlewhopper
    Doodlewhopper Posts: 1,018 Member
    I've lost 21 pounds and have never run once in my life. Well, not since I was forced to in junior high gym class. I detest, loathe, despise, and Obominate running. I walk, I do cardio videos, I hula-hoop, I swim, I do the rowing machine, I do circuit training videos, I lift light-medium weights. No running ever.

    Fixed it for ya! LOL

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