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I hadn't thought of this as a method. Learn something everyday 👍
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What's getting tired? Your fingers?
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Fair point 👍
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Of course, we're all different and nothing is a given. My main point was to start out with something easy to build a habit. Then it's easier to add to it. Perhaps I overstated things - yes, it all requires effort, determination, etc. But habit is key so focus on that first.
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You make a lot of valid points.
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I was pointing out that a less vigorous version of the same exercise burns less calories. So same in, less out = more weight.
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In a perfect world yes. But reality isn't so neat. A simple example: If the body is trying to conserve energy, your exercise isn't as intense. If you walk 3 miles a day, there's a difference between a brisk walk and a stroll. The distance is the same but the brisk walk will burn more calories because it requires a higher…
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You may be at a plateau. When we start being active we start losing weight. Then we reach a point where the body goes "hang on, I keep losing weight - am I in danger? Must conserve energy (or must eat more)." That's a plateau and it's normal. Just keep being active and at some point your body will figure out that it's not…
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Hi, dopamine helps with motivation. Exercise creates dopamine. You don't need to exercise like crazy, just be consistent. 30 minute walk every day will do wonders - the key is consistency. If you do that for a month, you'll start feeling the effects and it will become easier to be active. Do it for 2 months and you'll be…
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You're making this too complicated and awful. Forget calories and carbs. Go on a 30 minute walk every day. Make sure your first meal is mostly protein. Don't eat heavy carbs (rice, pasta, potatoes) for dinner. Do that for a month and see where you are. I bet happier and healthier.
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Walk every day. 20 to 30 minutes. It's doable because everyone has a spare half hour. Just do it every day. After about a month when it becomes a habit, you can add another exercise. 2 weeks later, add another. Before you know it, your lifestyle will be one of exercise and your body will be burning everything you put in it.
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Also it's common to gain a little weight in the beginning. The body thinks "omg I'm so active now, I need more energy" so you may eat more. Don't worry about it, that will go away. Also, after about a month when your brain (thanks to exercise) starts producing more dopamine, you won't reach for food as often for the…
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That's unpleasant news for sure. Don't stress about changing everything overnight. Start out slow, in a couple of weeks make more changes, in a month make more. We generally fail at our goals because a large sudden change is disruptive and unsustainable. You'll meet your goals, it will happen. Just be consistent. And if…
