Do you workout?

I work out. Wouldn't say it speeds up my weight loss, but I'm in this for overall health. I don't do intense workouts, but I don't take it easy on myself either.

It's taken me 1.5 years to lose 20lbs, as reference.

Workout is a MUST

i dont workout

Workout should DEFINITELY be done when losing weight. It kickstarts your metabolism and helps you burn more faster - couple that with a great eating plan and you are sure to be dropping off the weight!

Besides, if you don't workout, how else will your muscles tighten up the loose skin after you've lost weight? You don't want hanging skin!

Absolutely! I love my workouts. I feel better, more energized, stronger and happier.
Plus I get to eat more win/win

Having done both ways, at least for short time frames (I'm a terrible backslider) I have to say that working out far increases the benefits of any weight loss. Most recently I was diagnosed with osteo arthritis in one of my knees and told to stop the high impact (I used to do Tae Kwon Do) and loose weight.

At first I tried just nutrition tracking and was successfull (6 lbs in two weeks) but I was tired all the time, my knee hurt just a little all the time and I didn't feel like my health was improving (you know, shortness of breath going upstairs, not feeling ready to roll).

After giving up for a month or so, (and of course gaining back those 6 lbs plus one or two) I am trying again. This time I am doing hypnosis to help me curb my emotional binge eating (I think it's working) and I am seeing a personal trainer 3 times a week. At two weeks into it I know I am not a long record testimonial, but I really feel the difference. My knee doesn't hurt at all now, even on stairs with groceries in my hands. And I no longer feel like just going to sleep after dinner.

For me, I think, regular exercise makes all the difference.

Absolutely. Like a lot of other people have said, I'm in this to be healthy, not just lose weight. Plus I've learned that I actually REALLY enjoy working out! The extra energy and food I get to eat is just a bonus

Workout is a MUST

totally agree.

I get it in when I can, but I don't stick to a workout plan or schedule. Being in law school, one week I might have a lot of room for exercise, and the next might be a solid wall of 14-hour days, so I quickly realized that scheduling it was a setup for frustration. I'm happy with the results I see from lifting weights and using my resistance bands while catching a TV break, and I work in a real workout (I love the P90X plyometrics and similar routines) when I have both the time and energy (which isn't often enough!).

I workout and it does aid in my weight loss. People claim exercise doesn't... but I hit a wall on diet alone. Once I added exercise in, I really started to lose weight. I also lost 17% body fat, 4 sizes, lots of inches, and my fitness levels have increased far more than I could have even imagined. There will come a time that I will start eating more lol, but I'm never gonna stop working out.

I credit exercise and eating in moderation smartly for keeping the weight off.
It's a balance.
If you don't exercise you likely risk easily putting the pounds back on because your metabolism won't change and you will also hit a loss plateau very quickly and give up.

I just started the Couch to 5K program; today was Day 1. I was not loving it while I was out on the trail ("when will it be over??!!"), but feel SOOOOOOO good now. I plan to do the C25K in conjunction with the healthier eating... I'm working on making it a lifestyle change vs a diet or weight loss program.

CONGRATS!!! I hope you stick with it - it worth it!!! Turn your brain off and enjoy!

Yeah! Working out is really important to me - not just for weight loss, but for muscle tone, strength and general health.
some days I'm not up to much so I'll do a fun workout like belly dancing, but for all other days I do a mix of aerobics, weight lifting, circuit training, brisk walking, biking, yoga, and pilates.
The variety helps me not to get bored.
I work out 7 days a week for a minimum 30 consecutive minutes.
Hope you find something you enjoy so that you can get your workout mojo going

Yes, I workout... I think food choices are the major factor in weight loss, but added exercise is best for your overall health. Also my goal isn't just to lose weight, but gain muscle and working out plays a huge role in that.

I usually workout 30 minutes a day 6 days a week, and "rest" on Sundays.

***Weight loss wise... I joined MFP January 7th of this year at 242lbs , and I am down a little over 60 lbs right now (currently 181.6 lbs). I think because of the combination of exercise and good eating habits