I want to hear success stories from non-gym goers!

stephross88

I have never stepped foot in a gym. I lost all my weight at home. I started in March 2012 at 302 pounds. I am now 190 pounds.


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derfregal

my wife and I dont go to the gym. I dont see the need when you can invest a few bills to some dvd's, an ellipticle, and some running shoes and get great results. By the end of the year you will have spent less that way and gotten as good results. We have lost (in 6 mos) 20+ pounds together doinf JM workout dvds, bike riding, jogging and watching our diet! Save your gym money and buy yourself a set of weights or a good bike! saves time AND money that way! Good luck on your journey!

lseed87

My college had Zumba for free. Been doing that and have lost about 50 lbs from that, eating right and other simple things like walking more. Perhaps go to walmart and buy some weights or one of those balls to sit on? Many youtube videos have zumba and other such programs. I'm currently doing Julian Michael's 30 day shred from watching it on youtube. DVDs could help if you don't feel like watching it on youtube or can't find certain things.

bearwith

4 brisk walks a week. Run for part of it if you can to increase weight loss.

Use an old tie to do resistance work like a band.

Put your feet under the sofa and do sit ups.

Hoover every day but do it so fast that you sweat.

Step ups on a stool or the stairs.

Just do anything that makes you sweat or pant but does not hurt your joints.

gsdz4me

The gym won't let me take my dogs with me, but my dogs take me to their gym!

I have two dogs and I walk them seperately so that means double the walks for me at the moment. I am pleased to see that people have used the simplist and freeist exercise and lost weight. I also do short spells on the push bike which will get longer, just getting one of the dogs used to coming with me. But I sure do enjoy walking the dogs and don't mind if I am the only person along, the dogs are great company, dont moan and listen to all I have to say not to mention they are big dogs so make step out and they sure show their enjoyment of it.