Best workouts for weight loss?

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  • Pneeleysmom
    Pneeleysmom Posts: 75 Member
    You mentioned Zumba. Can you do this without a game system? I thought it looked interesting. I mostly use eliptical and bike ride, looking it mix it up.

    Sure! They have Zumba videos that you can purchase online/in stores. :) They are GREAT! Check Amazon.
  • k8ermarie
    k8ermarie Posts: 204
    You're doing GREAT!! And short girls are awesome - I'm 5'1" too.

    Yay Short Girls! I am 4'10" ! And I call myself Fun-Sized!
  • daphnegetnfit
    daphnegetnfit Posts: 175
    Oh no not the cardio vs weights AGAIN. The best workout for anything is the one you enjoy the most hate to sound corny but it is true. Myself running has seemed to work the best for me I look forward to my run every single day its one hour or so its just myself and the pavement and or few trails. Of course theres the pedestrian and ducks and cyclists here and there but you get my meaning. And just stay as active as you can and eat right. You will loose it quicker than you gained it you say 8lbs in 5 weeks thats good it is quicker than you gained im sure. I know I need to and want the results from weights I just have not got to that point yet.

    Good Luck

    I'm probably splitting hairs, but feel like I have to considering the question.

    Technically speaking, this is rarely the case (that the thing people love to do is also the best for burning cals). Why? Because for most people, the things they love to do they are better at, thus it takes less work to do them, thus they burn fewer cals. Try doing something you're not conditioned to do... it's usually going to be A LOT harder, and you're usually going to burn A LOT more cals.

    While I get the point you are making (that if you love to do it you'll be more likely to do it, especially in the long run), things people love to do rarely burn more cals than things they aren't as good at.

    I love Zumba and I burn plenty of calories doing it - love it, work at it harder cause I enjoy it = burn plenty of calories
  • matt_h76
    matt_h76 Posts: 39
    You've done very well so far :) I'd recommend weight training. Weight training burns twice the amount of calories that cardio does in the same amount of time. But you have done amazingly well so far.
  • raysgirl423
    raysgirl423 Posts: 1
    I think eight pounds in five weeks is great - don't be discouraged.

    The best workout is one you enjoy. Seriously. One that will get you to the gym in the rain, or when you have a headache, or when you're a little tired. You get my point.

    Cardio will help burn calories. Weights will help the final product look sleeker and tighter.

    Keep up the good work.

    ETA: I was posting at the same time as belgerian - we said basically the same thing :)

    Weights also help you to burn more calories longer...after the workout...I personally think they are a pain in the -you-know-what- but I know that they are good for me. :) I have been losing weight, at a pretty good pace, my thing is that I always try to switch it up....

    one week I did the elliptical for 30mins each day (5 days) then week two I did the bike for 30mins.....then bike for 25m elliptical for 10. or 15m/15m...elliptical for 30m then weights for 30 (is actually not that long....because you get breaks inbetween reps unlike running or biking...you gonna go strait through...lol)

    You sound like you are off to a GREAT start!! Do not get discouraged if it takes time!! :) by the way----the picture thing totally works!!! lol I took pictures of myself....and again probably about 2 months later or so....holy crap!! I felt like I looked the same, but I could already see the difference!!! and now I am waiting til I finish my "12 week challenge" to take more pictures! GOOD LUCK!!!!!!
  • Pneeleysmom
    Pneeleysmom Posts: 75 Member
    Burning enough calories from aerobic exercise that will put you in you in a good sized calorie deficit (250-500kcal) but won't stimulate appetite (simply doing the right amount of cardio) - It's really trial and error but for me this is around 45 minutes/day


    :) Thanks!! I usually burn about 260 in the mornings at the gym. I just don't want to be flabby and BLAH! I am sure it will take me some time to figure out a nice balance! I just know how I used to look, and how I look now after a baby and 80 pounds of weight gain. I will never look like my 115 lb old self due to stretch marks etc. It's disheartening kind of, but I know I will feel so much better when I get the weight off. I probably won't care about how I "Used to look" when I was thin the first time. :) I will be proud of myself I'm sure.
  • Pneeleysmom
    Pneeleysmom Posts: 75 Member
    I think eight pounds in five weeks is great - don't be discouraged.

    The best workout is one you enjoy. Seriously. One that will get you to the gym in the rain, or when you have a headache, or when you're a little tired. You get my point.

    Cardio will help burn calories. Weights will help the final product look sleeker and tighter.

    Keep up the good work.

    ETA: I was posting at the same time as belgerian - we said basically the same thing :)

    Weights also help you to burn more calories longer...after the workout...I personally think they are a pain in the -you-know-what- but I know that they are good for me. :) I have been losing weight, at a pretty good pace, my thing is that I always try to switch it up....

    one week I did the elliptical for 30mins each day (5 days) then week two I did the bike for 30mins.....then bike for 25m elliptical for 10. or 15m/15m...elliptical for 30m then weights for 30 (is actually not that long....because you get breaks inbetween reps unlike running or biking...you gonna go strait through...lol)

    You sound like you are off to a GREAT start!! Do not get discouraged if it takes time!! :) by the way----the picture thing totally works!!! lol I took pictures of myself....and again probably about 2 months later or so....holy crap!! I felt like I looked the same, but I could already see the difference!!! and now I am waiting til I finish my "12 week challenge" to take more pictures! GOOD LUCK!!!!!!


    This made me giggle! LOVE the pic idea!! I will have to do this and make sure I hide them somewhere!! hahaha
  • Pneeleysmom
    Pneeleysmom Posts: 75 Member
    Oh no not the cardio vs weights AGAIN. The best workout for anything is the one you enjoy the most hate to sound corny but it is true. Myself running has seemed to work the best for me I look forward to my run every single day its one hour or so its just myself and the pavement and or few trails. Of course theres the pedestrian and ducks and cyclists here and there but you get my meaning. And just stay as active as you can and eat right. You will loose it quicker than you gained it you say 8lbs in 5 weeks thats good it is quicker than you gained im sure. I know I need to and want the results from weights I just have not got to that point yet.

    Good Luck

    I'm probably splitting hairs, but feel like I have to considering the question.

    Technically speaking, this is rarely the case (that the thing people love to do is also the best for burning cals). Why? Because for most people, the things they love to do they are better at, thus it takes less work to do them, thus they burn fewer cals. Try doing something you're not conditioned to do... it's usually going to be A LOT harder, and you're usually going to burn A LOT more cals.

    While I get the point you are making (that if you love to do it you'll be more likely to do it, especially in the long run), things people love to do rarely burn more cals than things they aren't as good at.

    I love Zumba and I burn plenty of calories doing it - love it, work at it harder cause I enjoy it = burn plenty of calories


    This :)<3
  • Erihppas
    Erihppas Posts: 121 Member
    I've heard squats with a decent amt. of weight not only burn calories while you're doing the exercise, but also burn the most after you STOP doing it... the gift that keeps on giving =) or taking if you will.
  • JeffseekingV
    JeffseekingV Posts: 3,165 Member
    Anyone mention diet yet? It's alot easier to eat smarter to achieve a 500 calorie deficit than having to do cardio for 30-40 min.
  • janinebudgell
    janinebudgell Posts: 44 Member
    I feel your pain! I feel like i'm in a similar situation. I have been at the gym (shred in the am run and or weights at lunch and play squash about 3 times a week) a minimum of 6 times a week and eatting within my calorie goal ( started at 1200 for the first 10 weeks then many people suggested uping it to 1400 because I am pretty active) for 12 weeks now and I have only lost 5lbs. I know everyone says slow and steady wins the race, but my friends wedding on the beach is happening on July 24th and thats only 8 weeks away. If I only loose another couple of lbs over the next 8 weeks I will still be 20lbs away from my goal and the thought of a bathing suite makes me wanna scream.

    Any suggestions help would be amazing!

    Janine
  • tammyandzach
    tammyandzach Posts: 922 Member
    I have done the whole weight loss thing before. I did it fast that time. It came off in 7 months. Came back double in the next 6 years. This time I am doing a lifestyle change so that when it comes off I can continue in maintenance mode. I do 30-60 minutes on the elliptical and the rest of my hour on the treadmill. Would like to add some strength training. I have been at it since jan 1. Lost and then gained in january. In february I got serious. I work out 6 days a week and track everything I put in my mouth no mayer what. I am down 39lbs in 4 months. My goal is 1lb a week. It takes forever but it should stay off.
  • Emancipated_Tai
    Emancipated_Tai Posts: 751 Member
    Slow & steady will win the race. Your doing awesome! The problem that we have being human is that we want instant change. This will not be an overnight process. I've been working hard for 9 months for the progress that I've made. It is not going to happen overnight, so just enjoy the fact that you are losing!
  • Pneeleysmom
    Pneeleysmom Posts: 75 Member
    Anyone mention diet yet? It's alot easier to eat smarter to achieve a 500 calorie deficit than having to do cardio for 30-40 min.


    Yes, diet has been mentioned. For me the most effective thing, I believe for calorie burning, energy and just all around looking good after you lose the weight though is diet/exercise. That's the route I have chosen. I happen to like going to the gym and being more active. I would rather work my patoot off and be able to eat those additional 500 calories :)
  • Pneeleysmom
    Pneeleysmom Posts: 75 Member
    Slow & steady will win the race. Your doing awesome! The problem that we have being human is that we want instant change. This will not be an overnight process. I've been working hard for 9 months for the progress that I've made. It is not going to happen overnight, so just enjoy the fact that you are losing!

    Perfect! Well said! Your beautiful! :)
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  • VMarkV
    VMarkV Posts: 522 Member
    Anyone mention diet yet? It's alot easier to eat smarter to achieve a 500 calorie deficit than having to do cardio for 30-40 min.
    This was what I was getting at, don't overexercise (just do enough) and keep a calorie deficit that is sustainable in the long run
  • jjjcjw
    jjjcjw Posts: 4 Member
    I know how you feel, I feel the same way, After joining mfp I find that going by the way my clothes fit is a better track than the scale! Muscle does weigh more than fat, and eventually the scale will start to show you that it is working! Keep up the great work!
  • summaryzn
    summaryzn Posts: 113 Member
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  • belgerian
    belgerian Posts: 1,059 Member
    Anyone mention diet yet? It's alot easier to eat smarter to achieve a 500 calorie deficit than having to do cardio for 30-40 min.
    This was what I was getting at, don't overexercise (just do enough) and keep a calorie deficit that is sustainable in the long run

    Personally I think for me it is much easier to excercise, eat right and not have to worry about everysingle calorie I eat. I do pay attention and keep track but If I have a bowl of ice cream or a few cookies im good with it becouse of my excersise.
  • jstsandy
    jstsandy Posts: 2
    My daughter says you can't exercise away a bad diet.
  • belgerian
    belgerian Posts: 1,059 Member
    Oh no not the cardio vs weights AGAIN. The best workout for anything is the one you enjoy the most hate to sound corny but it is true. Myself running has seemed to work the best for me I look forward to my run every single day its one hour or so its just myself and the pavement and or few trails. Of course theres the pedestrian and ducks and cyclists here and there but you get my meaning. And just stay as active as you can and eat right. You will loose it quicker than you gained it you say 8lbs in 5 weeks thats good it is quicker than you gained im sure. I know I need to and want the results from weights I just have not got to that point yet.

    Good Luck

    I'm probably splitting hairs, but feel like I have to considering the question.

    Technically speaking, this is rarely the case (that the thing people love to do is also the best for burning cals). Why? Because for most people, the things they love to do they are better at, thus it takes less work to do them, thus they burn fewer cals. Try doing something you're not conditioned to do... it's usually going to be A LOT harder, and you're usually going to burn A LOT more cals.

    While I get the point you are making (that if you love to do it you'll be more likely to do it, especially in the long run), things people love to do rarely burn more cals than things they aren't as good at.

    I love Zumba and I burn plenty of calories doing it - love it, work at it harder cause I enjoy it = burn plenty of calories


    This :)<3

    I love to run I love to see how fast I can get my average pace to increase and I push myself to achieve that goal. I also love/hate those frickin hills specially when im on my last mile. everynow and then I even go down and then back up. I will admit I pay attention to my pace and HR becouse I can get cought up in just moseing along at a nice easy pace.

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