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mybigfat
mybigfat Posts: 162 Member
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I am a proud lesbian but what i am not proud of my weight. I want to be thin and shmexy so what exersises can i start with

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  • mybigfat
    mybigfat Posts: 162 Member
    I asume running is good or am i too heavy
  • joyjay4fun
    joyjay4fun Posts: 160
    Running is good cardio. I would check with your doc or a fitness professional though to find out what the best start would be for you. I cant see a pic but since you asked if you were too heavy, I would assume you think you are overweight? So definitely start with a doctor to make sure running or any other program would be safe and helpful. Good luck!
  • mybigfat
    mybigfat Posts: 162 Member
    Im 230 healthy just a fat *kitten*
  • jasmineconley
    jasmineconley Posts: 438 Member
    do whatever you like, whatever you can tolerate, and whatever you will stick to. If it hurts modify it if you can't do it change it up. Not a big deal and whatever you find that you like stick with it.
  • mybigfat
    mybigfat Posts: 162 Member
    Ok cool sex it is oh wait...
  • jasmineconley
    jasmineconley Posts: 438 Member
    well you better get to it because it's going to take a lot of it :P
  • meeper123
    meeper123 Posts: 3,347 Member
    Lol your so silly lol just do some walking have some fun eat better you will get there
  • nicole_andan
    nicole_andan Posts: 127
    Hi OP, I don't know where you live but in the UK community gyms normally give you access to a personal trainer for 1 free session if you start at the gym. I didn't do that though. When I started I found a group that used the local church hall, I staked it out and there were a few fellow wobblers so I went in. I did that for about 2 months and got a bit of my confidence up with exercise and then I joined the gym.

    I found underwear to be the most important part of exercise... I like to be strapped down in all areas and if i'm not then I start to feel very conscious of myself and uncomfortable!!!!

    Running does not work for me, it knackers my knees but the cross trainer or eliptical is very good for that.
    Also DVD's at home (lots of people talk about them on here) are a good starting point too.

    Sex is also a good work out but only if it's the 'serious work out' kind... not if it's the' married and we haven't done it in a few weeks so we should' kind!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Any movement is better than no movement though hun... even if you're moving slowly you are still moving quicker than the person still on the sofa!!!!!!!!!!

    Good luck xx
  • jimmmer
    jimmmer Posts: 3,515 Member
    Just get active any way that you'll stick to. That's the secret. Anything you'll take up for a week and then end up hating will not get you where you need to be.

    Then the other side of the equation is food. Eat at a sensible deficit (TDEE - 20%) and stick with it, be consistent and above all be patient.

    Time + Consistency = Success. That's all there is to it. Everything else is fluff designed by the fitness industry to sell you *kitten*.....
  • Pookylou
    Pookylou Posts: 988 Member
    Just get active any way that you'll stick to. That's the secret. Anything you'll take up for a week and then end up hating will not get you where you need to be.

    Then the other side of the equation is food. Eat at a sensible deficit (TDEE - 20%) and stick with it, be consistent and above all be patient.

    Time + Consistency = Success. That's all there is to it. Everything else is fluff designed by the fitness industry to sell you *kitten*.....

    QFT. Walking is great exercise, look up Couch to 5K if you fancy starting running.

    Oh and yes nookie is great exercise too :laugh:
  • _SABOTEUR_
    _SABOTEUR_ Posts: 6,833 Member
    Just get active any way that you'll stick to. That's the secret. Anything you'll take up for a week and then end up hating will not get you where you need to be.

    Then the other side of the equation is food. Eat at a sensible deficit (TDEE - 20%) and stick with it, be consistent and above all be patient.

    Time + Consistency = Success. That's all there is to it. Everything else is fluff designed by the fitness industry to sell you *kitten*.....

    ^This. I just started with swimming as it is low impact and some weights. Now I do all kinds of stuff because as i've gotten fitter I've enjoyed exercise and sports more.
  • Justjamie0418
    Justjamie0418 Posts: 1,065 Member
    IF you go the sex route.. just be sure to wear a HRM for an accurate burn!
  • kss1231
    kss1231 Posts: 167 Member
    Start with walking to build up your stamina then light jogging. I'm thinking of doing the couch to 5k to get me started. Good luck.
  • lambchoplewis
    lambchoplewis Posts: 797
    Being a lesbian has nothing to do with wanting to lose weight. Any sexual preference is fine but losing weight is a universal thing. It does not discriminate on sexual preference, religion, race or anything. You just need to start logging on your food, exercise and monitor your weight. It does get better. You will have to give up some things you love - I did like wine!!!

    You can do this. Don't let anyone get you down.
  • neandermagnon
    neandermagnon Posts: 7,436 Member
    lift heavy weights
    eat less than you burn off
    make sure you're getting enough protein and healthy fat, the rest of your calories can come from carbs

    the thread "in place of a road map" gives step by step instructions for how to calculate how much you're burning off and how much less to eat.
  • Rak0ribz
    Rak0ribz Posts: 177 Member
    I've had pretty good results with just restricting my calories and using the upright exercise bike + weight machines (I know, I know - I'm switching to free weights on Monday) three times a week. I started out a little heavier than your starting weight, and am almost to my initial goals after just 4-5 months. All it takes is keeping at it, at least in my experience.

    As an aside, I really like the Expresso stationary bikes. They have a video-game engine that renders a road course with other cyclists as you're exercising, and include steering and gear-shifting as inputs, so they keep you from getting bored with the grind. If you have them available to you at your local gym, it might be worth a try.
  • SoViLicious
    SoViLicious Posts: 2,633 Member
    At 296 I started with walking. Then used the couch to 5k app to run.
  • sammniamii
    sammniamii Posts: 669 Member
    Anything weill help, even going out and doing some walking (maybe 2-4 miles) a day can help, that's how I started and I was at 295. Now I hit the gym hard (cardio, then weight lifting, then more cardio - and I run/jog when I have the energy).

    Heck, I even play a few games on my Xbox 360 - anything that gets you up and wiggling will work.
  • cwaters120
    cwaters120 Posts: 354 Member
    Just get active any way that you'll stick to. That's the secret. Anything you'll take up for a week and then end up hating will not get you where you need to be.

    Then the other side of the equation is food. Eat at a sensible deficit (TDEE - 20%) and stick with it, be consistent and above all be patient.

    Time + Consistency = Success. That's all there is to it. Everything else is fluff designed by the fitness industry to sell you *kitten*.....

    ^^^yup. This. Anything you'll stick to is the best exercise be it walking or shadow boxing. Just keep to your MFP goals and you'll get right where you want and need to be. :flowerforyou:
  • LorryGuthrie
    LorryGuthrie Posts: 113 Member
    Pick something you think would be fun to try. And of course check with your doc, to make sure it's ok. I started with Richard Simmons' DVD's cuz it was more like dancing than "work". Then moved onto the Biggest Loser Cardio Max DVD's, when the low impact stuff got boring and wasn't difficult anymore. Then I tried Jillian Michael's stuff (Ripped in 30 and 30DS). Now I'm doing Billy Blanks' Tae Bo. LOVE THEM ALL! DVD's are pretty inexpensive and I like the privacy of my own home. I have quite a collection of DVD's now, so I can switch around a lot and not get bored. I also love Bob Harper's Yoga for the Warrior! Great for toning!!!
    Take care and HAVE FUN!!

    p.s. - don't forget to eat your protein when working out!!! :tongue:
  • taunto
    taunto Posts: 6,420 Member
    hi and welcome.

    Congrats on making the first step. I would just recommend to eat well and move more. If running is your thing, go for it. It theres other activities, try them. Do whichever activity you like doing because if you force yourself you won't do it for long and its counter productive. Just make sure to eat properly along with the workouts to fuel yourself. You don't wanna eat too much nor too little. Check out this thread which helps you figure out how much to eat

    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/819055-setting-your-calorie-and-macro-targets
  • Chlobsy
    Chlobsy Posts: 5
    Watching what you eat is a given, but how about volunteering at your local animal shelter? Take a dog out for a walk. You are not only exercising but helping a good cause. Besides, dogs are good conversation starters with cute strangers ;)
  • daniellemm1
    daniellemm1 Posts: 465 Member
    Im 230 healthy just a fat *kitten*

    Im 229 and I started the C25K program two weeks ago. No you are not too big to start, especially if you are healthy as I am.
  • RedfishGuy
    RedfishGuy Posts: 47 Member
    I am a proud lesbian but what i am not proud of my weight. I want to be thin and shmexy so what exersises can i start with

    I'm a heterosexual male, although I've never taken any pride in either my sexuality or gender. I've never been proud of my weight, either. I do take pride in my professional and personal accomplishments , however. And I'm proud of my family.

    Good luck on whatever your goals are. "Thin and whatever that word is" seems like a vague goal; I'd suggest being more specific. I think that any exercise would be good for you, but your weight loss will start in the kitchen.
  • fattyfoodie
    fattyfoodie Posts: 232 Member
    Im 230 healthy just a fat *kitten*

    I'm 223, and I do Bikram yoga and just started CrossFit. I hate running. So as someone else said, find what you like and that you'll stick to!
  • mybigfat
    mybigfat Posts: 162 Member
    Well i live in Hawaii i suppose surfing would be good i have not done it in years but its like riding a bike i guess lol
  • synthomarsh
    synthomarsh Posts: 189 Member
    racquetball or basketball or sparring are my favorite cardio work outs,

    try some yoga always a good place to start building some strength flexibility and balance.
  • BeachIron
    BeachIron Posts: 6,490 Member
    lift heavy weights
    eat less than you burn off
    make sure you're getting enough protein and healthy fat, the rest of your calories can come from carbs

    the thread "in place of a road map" gives step by step instructions for how to calculate how much you're burning off and how much less to eat.

    ^ I agree with this, but the road map has been hijacked and is quickly losing its relevance. Add lifting weights to your routine to maintain lean body mass.
  • taunto
    taunto Posts: 6,420 Member
    lift heavy weights
    eat less than you burn off
    make sure you're getting enough protein and healthy fat, the rest of your calories can come from carbs

    the thread "in place of a road map" gives step by step instructions for how to calculate how much you're burning off and how much less to eat.

    Good post and I know its (probably) not what you're trying to say but it almost sounds like you're saying that lifting heavy weights is very important when its not. Many folks don't like lifting weights and when people on this site keep singing the "lift heavy weights" song it can get discouraging to them :flowerforyou:

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