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brewens

(15,359 posts)
Thu Apr 25, 2024, 01:38 PM Apr 2024

I got the weight loss and exercise going again. I need a therapist to tell me why I can't keep it going

all the time. It seems so easy when it's working.

I walk every day but not for about a year ending a month ago because of foot problems, so that caused most of the weight gain I had.

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I got the weight loss and exercise going again. I need a therapist to tell me why I can't keep it going (Original Post) brewens Apr 2024 OP
It sounds like a medical problem prevented exercise, which caused weight gain. Irish_Dem Apr 2024 #1
You might give Noom a try. Littlered Apr 2024 #2
I don't know you, but I can tell you why it doesn't work for me long term.... getagrip_already Apr 2024 #3
I walk every day. Irish_Dem Apr 2024 #4
not even being chased by a pack of wolves? or fording a rushing river? getagrip_already Apr 2024 #5
There are trials and tribulations to kick in my survival instincts. Irish_Dem Apr 2024 #6
I'm in Idaho. I'm outfitted for all weather walks. About ten degrees is cold enough for me though. It doesn't brewens Apr 2024 #7
Yes same here. Irish_Dem Apr 2024 #8
One thing about walks. Go offroad if you can. It's great for balance. Any big patch of grass you are allowed on brewens Apr 2024 #9
I used to do that all the time. Irish_Dem Apr 2024 #10
I am going back to walking in the early morning, water for drinking, then walk after dinner. GreenWave Apr 2024 #11
I walk twice a day too. Irish_Dem Apr 2024 #12
I used a recumbent bike for a few years. Suggested to me by a co worker whose husband had success with it. BoomaofBandM Apr 2024 #13
I'm fine now. The only reason I don't go back to bike riding is I can't afford a crash. I don't want anymore major brewens Apr 2024 #14
Mother Jones ran an article about weight Marthe48 Jun 2024 #15
I'm sorry for the loss of your beloved kitty. phylny Jun 2024 #16
Thank you Marthe48 Jun 2024 #17

Irish_Dem

(57,309 posts)
1. It sounds like a medical problem prevented exercise, which caused weight gain.
Thu Apr 25, 2024, 01:41 PM
Apr 2024

Also, make sure your plan is doable and easy to maintain.

Littlered

(39 posts)
2. You might give Noom a try.
Thu Apr 25, 2024, 01:48 PM
Apr 2024

The people that designed the program are psychologists. A big part of the program is learning about your relationship with food. Your personal pitfalls as well ans all kinds of other great information.

getagrip_already

(17,430 posts)
3. I don't know you, but I can tell you why it doesn't work for me long term....
Thu Apr 25, 2024, 01:50 PM
Apr 2024

I'm a biological ugly bag of mostly water, genetically pre-dispositioned to hunt and gather over great distances and under great adversity and then rest when my needs are met.

Not having any wars to fight, or great beasts to chase down and kill with long pointy sticks, then field dress and drag back miles to camp, I find I have more time to rest after hunting and gathering than my body is designed for.

So as hard as I try, I end up gathering and consuming more than I hunt and search and fight.

Also, my evil overlords see to it that I toil away in their digital fields, bringing in cash crops for the kingdom. But alas, that does not move the sack of mostly water nearly enough.

So I go through cycles. I wish I had a solution, but I have yet to achieve a balance.

Irish_Dem

(57,309 posts)
4. I walk every day.
Thu Apr 25, 2024, 02:03 PM
Apr 2024

I find that is the easiest way to maintain my weight.
I enjoy the fresh air and getting out of the house now that I am retired.

No hunting of wild beasts or gathering of vegetation. Just a pleasant walk.

getagrip_already

(17,430 posts)
5. not even being chased by a pack of wolves? or fording a rushing river?
Thu Apr 25, 2024, 02:12 PM
Apr 2024

Would you believe a cute kitten needing a scritch?

Irish_Dem

(57,309 posts)
6. There are trials and tribulations to kick in my survival instincts.
Thu Apr 25, 2024, 02:20 PM
Apr 2024

I do run into dogs on leashes wanting some ear rubs.

And toddlers on little bikes and teenagers jogging who try to knock me down.

Of course sometimes there are cars speeding when I try to cross the road.

And I do have to jump some puddles and piles of wet leaves on the sidewalks.

I do walk when it is cold so feel like my ancestors braving the elements to feed their family.

So there is adventure.

 

brewens

(15,359 posts)
7. I'm in Idaho. I'm outfitted for all weather walks. About ten degrees is cold enough for me though. It doesn't
Thu Apr 25, 2024, 02:39 PM
Apr 2024

get below that very often here. If it's windy I'm out there in insulated pants, parka and ski goggles. There's something about being out in nasty weather but totally bulletproof I enjoy.

Irish_Dem

(57,309 posts)
8. Yes same here.
Thu Apr 25, 2024, 02:58 PM
Apr 2024

I have walked in ten degree weather with 22 mph winds. That was a killer and I could only walk about ten minutes
for two short walks that day.

I am small so the wind tends to knock me around a bit.

A friend of mine walks too and she said she walked that day and cried the whole time!
We had fun texting about it.

If it is colder than that I might just walk around the block and call it a day.
I try to get out every day for even 10 minutes if it is really bad.
I don't walk in ice however.

But yes I am so bundled up, I actually start to get hot. I have a weather proof parka, scarves, gloves, etc.
Sometimes it rains or snows a bit and I am Ok with that, nothing gets through.

An interesting thing I have noticed since doing cold weather walking.
I don't get the same winter colds and coughs my friends and family get.

Walking in cold weather is supposed to boost the immune system.
It seems to be true in my case.

 

brewens

(15,359 posts)
9. One thing about walks. Go offroad if you can. It's great for balance. Any big patch of grass you are allowed on
Thu Apr 25, 2024, 03:23 PM
Apr 2024

is good. Even an athletic field is all bumps and dips. You don't notice running on it as a kid, but when older it makes a big difference. The grass also makes it more work and burns more calories.

Irish_Dem

(57,309 posts)
10. I used to do that all the time.
Thu Apr 25, 2024, 03:34 PM
Apr 2024

Walked in parks and reserves on trails. I loved it.
Yes very good for balance and ankle strength.

But I have osteoporosis and have broken a number of bones.
So I am afraid to hike in uneven terrain on a regular basis.

Also most of my friends my age don't want to walk in that kind of setting and
it is not a good idea for me to go on my own.

So I just have to pound the sidewalk.

But I may see if I can find something nearby that is suitable and not isolated.

GreenWave

(9,167 posts)
11. I am going back to walking in the early morning, water for drinking, then walk after dinner.
Thu Apr 25, 2024, 03:41 PM
Apr 2024

About 1 1/2 miles each time. I used to walk a lot at various points in my life and every time I was skinny!!!

Walking burns fat and flushes out stored up water.

Irish_Dem

(57,309 posts)
12. I walk twice a day too.
Thu Apr 25, 2024, 03:56 PM
Apr 2024

It depends upon the weather and temperature exactly when I do it.
But yes, early morning and after dinner.

In the winter I do late morning and mid afternoon.

I walk about 2 miles each time, for a total of 4 miles per day.
I aim for about 3.5 miles per hour in terms of speed.

But if I am not feeling great or tired I am flexible and slow down the walk.
Or cut it short.

But I get out at least once every day for 2 miles come hell or high water!

I have lost weight in the past couple of years and maintaining my weight of about 117 lbs.

BoomaofBandM

(1,922 posts)
13. I used a recumbent bike for a few years. Suggested to me by a co worker whose husband had success with it.
Thu Apr 25, 2024, 04:07 PM
Apr 2024

My health took a downturn so am unable to use it any more. I wonder if your foot would be able to tolerate that as exercise. I wish you luck. I miss exercising and have gone low carb and try to keep to 1200 calories a day but seem to stay within the same 5 pounds. Frustrating. My sympathies to your situation.

 

brewens

(15,359 posts)
14. I'm fine now. The only reason I don't go back to bike riding is I can't afford a crash. I don't want anymore major
Thu Apr 25, 2024, 04:45 PM
Apr 2024

orthopedic surgeries.

I like to eat too much and when I'm down to a good weight, I can eat quite a bit as long as I exercise. I can't wait. I bet I get there about time for summer barbequing.

Marthe48

(18,984 posts)
15. Mother Jones ran an article about weight
Mon Jun 10, 2024, 10:15 AM
Jun 2024

Back in the 1970s. What I remember is that avoiding weight gain, keeping weight off, is really hard because we.have to eat. We see food, we prepare I'm food, and there is no way to avoid food. People interviewed for the article had kicked heroin. or cigarettes and said avoiding weight gain was much worse. They said they could stay away from drugs and tobacco, but food was always around. I didn't see it as discouraging, but rather understanding the challenge better. If I have food in the house, I eat it. So I try not to have food here that will put weight on me.

I lost about 50 pounds, 2019-2021 and really thought I'd found what works for me. My daughter is a renal dietician and has been so helpful. But even so, I'm slowly gaining it back. My 20 year old kitty passed away. about 10 days ago. I had been buying people food that she liked and of course eating the 90% she couldn't manage. I don't have the stress of her old age now and won't have the food. I'm hoping that'll help me get back on track.

Our relationship with food is lifelong. Sometimes we manage well, other times, we struggle. With your foot better, maybe you can get back to regular walking. I wish you luck

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