Trying this out for the 1st time

jen_garza83
jen_garza83 Posts: 1
edited September 20 in Introduce Yourself
This is my 1st time trying to lost the baby weight that I gained after having 2 kids. I'm new to the whole "working out" bit, but I'm going to try to hit this pretty hard. I'm not 30 yet, but I feel way older thanks to my extra baggage. I hope this works and if it does...thank you my favorite sister in law.

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  • mlawhorn
    mlawhorn Posts: 1
    I too am trying to lose baby weight. I am so out of shape that working out seemed impossible. I was looking for a program that would allow me to build energy a little at a time without paying for a gym. If you have a Netflix account, the 10 Minute Solution videos are pretty good. I am up to two 10 minute sessions every other day. You will burn 40 calories for each 10 minute session. Hope you are encouraged!
  • bjberry
    bjberry Posts: 665 Member
    Hey, Jen!
    You have a ready-made exercise system: Your two children! ;)
    - As you lift them in the air and swing them around you are working muscle sets--record their weight and the number of times (and the amount of time) you lifted them.
    - As you chase them around the house in a game of Tag or Catch-Me-Tickle-Me, have your pedometer on hand (you might have one if you have a cell phone).
    I accrued 2.5 miles of speed-walking while chasing my 5yo grandson today. Plus, they really should have a way of measuring continuous laughter--we did a lot of it.
    Welcome to this site. You will have lots of support from these good people. They have helped me. And have fun with your sweet children.
  • stringsNlinks
    stringsNlinks Posts: 293 Member
    plus you will be surprised how quickly you gain stamina! Good for you! Walking was great for me when I got back to my regiment and now I am running...and I am OLD LOL. Good luck
  • lwebsmfp
    lwebsmfp Posts: 297 Member
    Welcome! I, too, put on the weight after having my two kids. I'm turning 30 this year and so in January I decided it was time to get myself back on the right track with healthy eating and exercise. I have been using MFP to help me stay focused and on track. It's working! I'm not in a rush to lose the weight and have been happy with my results so far. I think you'll love using MFP. Just stay focused, log your meals and water intake, and you'll be on your way to a healthier you! Good Luck!
  • jmjones2002
    jmjones2002 Posts: 47
    You'll love this site..I am still needing to lose baby weight that I have been carrying for 14yrs..lol My oldest is 14 and my youngest is 5yrs..I knew it was time that I committed to getting healthy again..Stick to it and you'll see awesome results..I am going on week 8 and I am down 16lbs..It may not sound like alot to some but I have gone down 2 pant sizes with that little bit of weight!! I walk around town if not everyday just about every other..I use a pedometer to keep track of how many cals and miles that I walk!! Good Luck!!
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