Weight Loss Without Exercise--Succes stories

00NL

i know exercise has its benefits and speeds up weight loss

But if weight loss is about deficit and calories in to calories out

i would like to see some stories

pls see i am only 15 kg over weight and another 5kg for goal weight

Female--20--5'4

melaniecheeks

You dont need to exercise to lose weight.

Get your diet right first.

Exercise will undoubtedly help you look and feel better, but do not rely on it for weight loss.

00NL

would like to see some examples for motivation

00NL

No one hates exercise

squirrel1691

I actually can't work out really right now due to some medical issues. I lost almost all of my 22lbs since sept 5 without exercise. So... there you go. My food diary is open if you want to take a look.

Puffingmuffin

Diet is more important than exercise. The old saying goes "you can't out-exercise a bad diet". When you first decide to lose weight, changing your diet will make you drop pounds. However, if you want to get toned and avoid the skinny fat look, you then should exercise. I have lost 15 pounds within 6 months through no exercise and just cutting out:
- weekly tubs of 1 litre ice cream
- chocolate bars
- sugary desserts and drinks
- high in fat products (coconut milk)

twixlepennie

I did'nt start exercising (walking) until after I transitioned into maintenance.

WalkingAlong

I did'nt start exercising (walking) until after I transitioned into maintenance.

Same here. I lost 50 lbs. once without exercise. In some ways it simplifies things. You don't have overestimating your burn, 'eating back', muscles retaining water and making the scale stall, and making a few lifestyle changes at a time might mean you're more likely to stick to it than when doing one giant overhaul all at once.

ChrisM8971

I really do lead a sedentary lifestyle because I am car bound 8 - 10 hours per day then sat in front of a computer doing paperwork for another couple of hours with most of exercise coming from walking around the supermarket cooking and some cleaning. I know that I will have to get some proper exercise one day but do very little at the moment as never seem to have a spare minute to myself at this time of year.

At 125 days in I believe that I am doing quite well on 99% calorie deficit and perhaps 1% exercise

Nicolee_2014

I've read that it is 70% food 30% exercise.

I personally like adding the exercise in, it's amazing how it can transform your body shape.

MapleFlavouredMaiden

You are going to end up skinny-fat if all you do is eat low cal and don't lift. Truth.

Zekela

Does running and weight training count as exercise? If they don't, I'm definitely a success story!

shaneamckinney

I love exercise, but it's NOT essential for "weight loss", it's essential for body contouring, stamina, etc.

I personally feel it's 80% food intake and 20% exercise.

Anyone can achieve any weight loss goal they put their mind to, seriously any, regardless if it's healthy or not --- simply maintain a calorie deficit as you stated. I would however suggest goals be set less defined by body weight and more defined by desired overall body. Weight is misleading for the simple fact muscle weighs more than fat. Setting a goal of a certain body fat percentage might be a better idea. My 2 cents, best of luck.

Wendysworld13

I HATE to exercise, but I do it - why, cause I don't want flab!! I actually lose slower when I exercise because I am trading some of my fat weight to muscle weight and as muscle is denser than fat it takes up less space so I am SLOWLY losing. I have lost before without exercising and I have been loose (flabby) hate that more than I hate being fat! - so there you have it - and I repeat, I HATE TO EXERCISE

avskk

I've lost 50+ pounds and counting mostly without exercise. I did get a little more active in daily life, but not very much.

katznkt

I've lost most of my weight from diet alone. But I've found the more I lost the better I felt and the more I wanted to move. So I listen to my body and have recently added exercise a few days a week.

Bobbie8786

I don't really exercise and have lost steadily without it. However, I do know it would be in my best interest to include it in my daily routine for better overall health. My mother lost 40 pounds with zero exercise and has kept it off for about 20 years now, so yes, it is definitely doable.

Beverlyyj

Hi I am new, I just found this part if the site today, I am not an exercise fan, but I am desperate to lose weight. Where can I view your menus or your diet items? Thanks

ScottH_200

I've lost quite a few lbs in the last 7 weeks. I don't know how much is contributed to exercise. However, I do enjoy the feeling I get on the elliptical while listening to Joe Satriani through my headphones ;-)

I was getting to where it was hard to walk even a half of mile because the extra weight was hurting my back as I walked. Just after a few weeks, losing weight and exercising, I feel so much better when I walk now and I look forward to going on long walks and hikes next Spring here the beautiful PNW where I live!

melaniecheeks

Hi Beverly and welcome. Many people have their diary settings as "public", so you can see each day what they are eating.

twixlepennie

You are going to end up skinny-fat if all you do is eat low cal and don't lift. Truth.

I just ended up skinny My profile picture was take a few weeks ago, Before I started my strength training. There's more pictures of me here towards the bottom of page 2. Again-no strength training at this point, just some walking and a bit of running (2-3 miles a week), and being in maintenance for a few months.
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1105598-bodyfat-estimation-thread?page=2

WalkingAlong

Does running and weight training count as exercise? If they don't, I'm definitely a success story!

They do count as exercise, and you are a success story, just not the kind asked for here! :happy: