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DOMTIA1012
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Hi Everyone,
I am so glad to have all of you with me on this! Are we all just starting out? What are your short term and long term goals?
Christina
I am so glad to have all of you with me on this! Are we all just starting out? What are your short term and long term goals?
Christina
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I'm already doing Leslie Sansone's 4 Mile Challenge each day (I worked up from 1 Mile and now I love doing 4), but I hope you don't mind me tagging along here so I can encourage myself to keep walking every day. It really is a great energy boost and it's done me good so far.
I've gone down seven pounds, so my short term goal is to get down another ten and see some muscle tone. Long term, I want to reach around 125lb, 'cause I'm a 5'3" critter. I'm currently 149lbs (was 155 when I first started not too long ago).0 -
I'm glad your tagging along. Congrats on the 7 lbs loss!0
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Hi there. I am trying to get back to working out. I was on a really good schedule and had exercise as a part of my everyday plan but then life intervened and I got off track. I am excited about this group because right now, this feels like a good step for me. Something that I can commit to. I have a fitbit and would like to get back to my 10,000 steps a day. Right now though, 30 minutes of walking a day is a start.0
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I don't go walking outside much I suffer with severe depression and anxiety and find it really hard to get out. I'm also very conscious of the way I look and this makes it even more difficult to contemplate going out. I already do exercise, but would like to add this in too =D I'll start on Monday.
I'm wondering where to start, as I work out about 30-40 mins a day usually. Did you start with the 1 mile and work up?0 -
I turned on my TV and cleared some space in my living room. I set a timer for 30 minutes. I started off by marching in place. I integrated side steps( step out with one leg in either direction and then bring it back to center) I also walked forward and backwards. If my kids talked to me during this I would sometimes walk in circles. I even did knee lifts. I have three pound hand weights that I would use as well. I would work out my arms at the same time. DO NOT WORRY if they get heavy and you put them down for a bit. Also make sure you have plenty of water. I find it easier to measure time than by distance. At first after the 30 minutes I was pooped. Make sure you wear supportive shoes.0
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I'm thinking of using the Leslie Sansone video on YouTube.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=df2gn6-w0dE&list=PLEbqwBauUhoP3muIVOjXB7-xiSVrDAbo6
I think that's a good idea about adding the weights to it =] I'll do that too0 -
If you haven't done any for a while, start with 10 min. You don't want to walk until you are breathless. Not to start with.
I heard a study just released said the earlier people walk in the sun (early morning) the more reduction in depression. 1-1 correlation. So if you can manage earlier time to walk, it can be even more beneficial for depression. You may discover you will accelerate your self-healing. Everyone is unique...so trust your instincts. Be good to you and trust that your body knows if something is good or harmful.
I have a back injury. I have set backs...and have to start again and again. I had built up to two miles in 30 min. Then after a fall, I am using a walker again and small distances for about 12 min walks. But I do it three times a day, so I get a 30 min walk in.
Good luck to you!I don't go walking outside much I suffer with severe depression and anxiety and find it really hard to get out. I'm also very conscious of the way I look and this makes it even more difficult to contemplate going out. I already do exercise, but would like to add this in too =D I'll start on Monday.
I'm wondering where to start, as I work out about 30-40 mins a day usually. Did you start with the 1 mile and work up?0 -
Thank you for the info =] I may well have to try that, I won't be able to do it anytime soon. My anxiety stops me from going out and the depression stops me from working and doing pretty much everything else =[ I manage to read and exercise each day. I really want to be able to go out and walk so hopefully when I can work it up to half an hour of walking I'll see how brave I am to go outside.If you haven't done any for a while, start with 10 min. You don't want to walk until you are breathless. Not to start with.
I heard a study just released said the earlier people walk in the sun (early morning) the more reduction in depression. 1-1 correlation. So if you can manage earlier time to walk, it can be even more beneficial for depression. You may discover you will accelerate your self-healing. Everyone is unique...so trust your instincts. Be good to you and trust that your body knows if something is good or harmful.
For now I'll stay indoors and try that 1 mile walk, which is about 21 mins. It shouldn't be too bad as like I said I work out 30-40 mins a day doing aerobics.
That's good you still manage to do that a day by breaking it down =] Good luck to you also.I have a back injury. I have set backs...and have to start again and again. I had built up to two miles in 30 min. Then after a fall, I am using a walker again and small distances for about 12 min walks. But I do it three times a day, so I get a 30 min walk in.0 -
Hi All,
I was an avid walker (up to 7-10 miles per day). Had lost 47 lbs. Go off track. I went for a walk this morning prior to logging in. Walked 52 minutes. I started walking with Leslie Sansone and had wonderful results. I have about 5 or 6 of her dvds. I love that they low impact and you can pace yourself. In addition, you work out other parts of your body. If you all will have me, I'd love to be a part of this group. You will make me accountable for my actions.0 -
My short term goal is to loose 20lbs. I have an infant and I really want loose the baby weight. Long term just to be healthy. I have done walk way the pounds in the past, this is a great way to started again I'm excited! Good luck to everyone0
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I am so happy to find this group! Although she is a bit too chatty, I love her workouts! I just found this so I will begin till tomorrow! Promise!
See you tomorrow!0 -
I'm not exercising at all right now. I want to start with 1 mile because I have a lot of swelling in my legs and feet. I have the couch to 5k app on my Ipod. I'd like to work my way up to that and also I used to be able to do 5 miles with Leslie a few years ago. I'd like to be able to do that again.
Michelle in Ohio:drinker:0 -
Hi everyone im relatively new to the site, today is day 7. I walk, but ive been wanting to walk more and longer and at a better pace, so im tagging along as well if thats ok! 0
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Hello everyone. I am new to this site. I walked today for around 30 minutes at a park where I live. It was very nice. I do have some of her DVD's, I will have to break them out and start doing them again.0
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Hi! I'm Kim and I am an avid walker. I try to walk five miles a day, so I am really here to support everyone who is just getting started. Not so long ago I wasn't sure how anyone could get 10,000 steps on a pedometer or walk five miles without stopping.
I do a lot of Leslie Sansone walks that I have purchased used from amazon or for inexpensive from mass retailers (Target, Walmart). If you have any questions about what various exercise routines are like or to find new ones similar to a workout you really like (if you like weights, resistance bands, dance, mixed ages, etc.), I would be happy to give you some suggestions of where to start.
I don't have my ticker automatically on the bottom but I've walked away more than 50 pounds. I wish you all great success as you start doing more intentional walking!0 -
My goal is to be consistent. Which I haven't been with exercise in about six years. Many starts and stops but nothing long-term. Like most people- family and work committments leave me pressed for time so something done in home seems like a good fit. Accountablity helps me lots as I have had success in the past with WW but cannot fit the meetings into the schedule or cost into the budget. So thank you for starting this group. I need the group support.0
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Hi My name is Teresa, I've been on MFP back in 2010 -2011 and lost 70 pounds just from walking & Healthy eating. But depression & life events has made me gain it all back. So I'm here again to start over.
I Know what I need to do to lose the weight, IT's the motivation that's difficult to keep going.
I started off with Leslie Sansone and went to walking 6 miles outside every day & eating an average of 1250 to 1400 calories a day.
May 18th will be my new START DATE: MY GOALS
1. plan my meals for the week
2. Walk with Leslie Sansone
3. Eat Healthy
4. Calories under 1400 ( no matter what my exercise is)
Good Luck Ladies!! :drinker:0 -
Hi I'm Liz, I've been having problems losing any weight this last year after starting insulin and my fybromyalgia kicking in again, I also have arthritis and it's been painful to do much of anything... But I love walking and at one point was walking with Leslie sansone 3 miles a day plus weights. I really want to start again and need some extra motivation . If I can drop 20 lbs that would be awesome.0
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Hi,
I walk to and from work everyday, which is about 30mins round trip. I'm also on my feet for the majority of the day too!
Does that count?
I don't won a pedometer, nor would I know where to get one in this Country!0 -
yep , everything is countHi,
I walk to and from work everyday, which is about 30mins round trip. I'm also on my feet for the majority of the day too!
Does that count?
I don't won a pedometer, nor would I know where to get one in this Country!0 -
Morning all
I am returning to mfp to try and get motivation to lose weight and get fit. Having just turned 57, I saw a photo taken of me at the birthday party - omg I'm fat AND short.
Now the 'short' I can't do anything about but the 'fat' I can get rid of! So here I am. What I need is likeminded people to help me get my fat *kitten* into gear!!
A change in personal circumstances last year means I sit behind a desk all day and this has contributed to weight gain. My plan is to walk outside for 30 mins a day after work plus do other workouts (Slimin6 or Davina Fit in 15).
Looking forward to taking my daily walk with you all.0 -
Hello everyone!
I have started Leslie Sansone videos a few weeks ago and I love it! It is really hard for me to be consistent at working out but not with her ^^.
I am on a journey to learn how to eat healthy and to work out consistently because I am a real "couch potato" (is that the correct expression? ^^) and I want to change.
My goals are
1) To be consistent at walking everyday.
2) To complete a 30 day fitness challenge.
3) To complete a 10 weeks workout program.
So let's start walking!
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I'm starting today, I can't resist waiting for tomoz. I did a boxing DVD yesterday and everything aches so I think walking is just the thing =D0
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Hi Everyone, So glad I saw this group in time to join. Today is a Sunday so that will work well for me to begin. I began my true lifestyle change at Christmas time (12/2013) and HAD lost 25 pounds so far this year. I stalled around April 18 and this past week gained 5 back. When I started I was walking every day with Leslie Sansone on Youtube but slowly drifted away. Now I will begin again and this group will help very much. I do well with accountability.
Goals:
Short term:
1. Consume less than 1400 calories a day.
2. Walk 30 minutes daily for 6 weeks.
3. Drink 100 ounces of water daily
4. Eat 5 servings of fruit and vegetables daily
5. Eat fried food no more than 1x every other week
Long term:
1. Lose 52 pounds by 12/31/20140 -
Hello everyone! I just found MFP yesterday and joined. This is my first group and I am enjoying all your positive and sincere posts! I love to walk, and am trying to build up a lot more consistency. Happy walking to all of us!0
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Thanks so much! This group is an answer to prayer! I have been trying to make exercise a habit and I know that with God's help I can do 30 minutes per day!!!! The videos are free on You-Tube!!!! Let's go!!!!0
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I am new to MFP but not to walking. I just haven't been very consistent lately. I use a pedometer app on my samsung phone to keep up with my distance and calories burned. I had an older Leslie Sansone Walk away the pounds video but want to try some of the ones on YouTube also. I just really need the accountability of a group like this. I have 60 pounds I need to lose and am trying to follow a low carb plan (starting today) I am drinking tons of water after cutting out diet drinks. I don't have any of the fit bit or other tracking devices. I checked into them at Walmart but they seemed a little expensive for me at the moment unless I can find one on eBay or somewhere less expensive. Can anyone tell me if they are worth the investment. TY for creating this group and I'm looking forward to walking away these pounds with you all.0
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I am new to MFP but not to walking. I just haven't been very consistent lately. I use a pedometer app on my samsung phone to keep up with my distance and calories burned. I had an older Leslie Sansone Walk away the pounds video but want to try some of the ones on YouTube also. I just really need the accountability of a group like this. I have 60 pounds I need to lose and am trying to follow a low carb plan (starting today) I am drinking tons of water after cutting out diet drinks. I don't have any of the fit bit or other tracking devices. I checked into them at Walmart but they seemed a little expensive for me at the moment unless I can find one on eBay or somewhere less expensive. Can anyone tell me if they are worth the investment? TY for creating this group and I'm looking forward to walking away these pounds with you all.
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Hello and good morning!
I am so happy to find this group. I have been walking with Leslie for about 1 month now and love It. I walk outside too when the weather is nice but find when I do the steps inside with the video my feet do not hurt as much. I have bone spurs in my heels. I started my get fit plan on January 2 this year. I started at 237 altho I have been as high as 265. I just broke under the 199 mark today :bigsmile: :bigsmile: :bigsmile: :bigsmile:
I am looking forward to reaching my next goal of 189 and know that walking is key. I have joined other groups but find it too hard to try hundreds of crunches, sit ups, etc. is to hard for me at 60 years old.
I wish all my sister (and fella) walkers the best of luck:drinker:0 -
Hi there! I joined MPF in 2013. I'm so excited about this challenge. It's exactly what I need. I love to walk and I love Leslie Sansone. Cheers to all :drinker: Happy Walking!0
