Trying to motivate myself to exercise

officerripley said:
Naw, too late for that for me already. Plus if I'm not around to hear something, won't do me any good. :LOL:
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I thought about losing weight my whole life and how hard it is for me to do so unless I am very ill. I did manage, a few decades ago, to stop the weight gain which is the first step. It’s been easier the past few years with the inventions of tracking devices.

First, figure out how many calories you eat on a normal day. Then figure out how many steps it takes to “burn off“ every single one of those calories. Then make sure you walk enough steps, every day, to keep those calories burned off.

To lose weight you have to “burn off” an additional amount of calories so you have to walk additional steps. Or you can fast one day a week and substract that day calories. When you have a special treat, like a piece of cake, ice cream etc. You have to figure out those calories and walk more.

Of course, if you can do other forms of exercise in addition to walking that’s great. I can only walk. Hope this helps you.
 
Mr. Ed said:
I suppose the best course of action is to create an exercise schedule. The truth of the matter is I am tired or so I think I am or some days I am too busy to exercise, or so I think I am. I’m interested in losing weight for obvious health reasons but for now I am thinking what’s the use. A possible reason for this conundrum is seasonal depression that comes like clockwork entering into fall with cooler temperatures and limited daylight sunshine. This will pass as it always does, however, until that time comes I must busy myself in physical activity and positive thinking.
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I gained my 25 pounds back during the holidays. So easily gained eating the carbs and sugars! So, I get back to eating what I ate on Weight Watchers, and walking enough to get 10,000 steps a day. I have to walk in the apartment, starting early in the morning. I may get 2000 before 9 and the rest during the day. I step on the scale every morning and if I see a pound gone or even part of a pound gone, that motivates me! If I just eat right and not exercise, the weight doesn't go. So, I walk, and believe me, getting 10,000 steps in is time consuming and I just get up and do it. On Tuesdays and Fridays I go to the senior center and line dance for 2 hours and that helps get in more steps while I am having fun.
Mr. Ed said:
I suppose the best course of action is to create an exercise schedule. The truth of the matter is I am tired or so I think I am or some days I am too busy to exercise, or so I think I am. I’m interested in losing weight for obvious health reasons but for now I am thinking what’s the use.

A possible reason for this conundrum is seasonal depression that comes like clockwork entering into fall with cooler temperatures and limited daylight sunshine. This will pass as it always does, however, until that time comes I must busy myself in physical activity and positive thinking.
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I am losing weight since February and I am beginning to get a bit concerned about the weight lost. Even though I am heavy, I only lose weight when I am sick. 20 pounds lost in 10 months is not too worrisome as we quit eating out and do not get a lot of takeout, but I just lost four pounds in a week, that shouldn’t happen.
 
I used to cheat a little while trying to lose weight and that would slow my weight loss down. So, I just buy salads, sugar free stuff, and I love eating vegies with a meat. That is 0 points and that motivates me. I make a mug cake as a reward for eating light. A mug cake takes just a couple of minutes to make and it is so good. I like rewards and I only get one if I eat right. I don't like exercise, but if I don't do it, I will not lose.
Aneeda72 said:
I am losing weight since February and I am beginning to get a bit concerned about the weight lost. Even though I am heavy, I only lose weight when I am sick. 20 pounds lost in 10 months is not too worrisome as we quit eating out and do not get a lot of takeout, but I just lost four pounds in a week, that shouldn’t happen.
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The best exercise for me when the weather permits is riding a bicycle.
It is also great for maintaining balance.
Our city now has plenty of walking and bike only paved paths.
It's fantastic getting around now as I don't have to use busy city streets and the views are terrific. One path leads right beside a river.
 
Camper6 said:
The best exercise for me when the weather permits is riding a bicycle.
It is also great for maintaining balance.
Our city now has plenty of walking and bike only paved paths.
It's fantastic getting around now as I don't have to use busy city streets and the views are terrific. One path leads right beside a river.
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Oooh! We have a pond area and it is so wonderful to walk the walk path there. There are ducks, and other people that go there. I don't do that area until Spring and Summer.
 
My motivation is basically myself. I will never be model thin, nor do I want to be. But I know the weight I feel the best at and can pretty easily attain. UsuallyI can stay within 5 pounds of that weight without having to give up things I want. This past year has been a bugger though, filled with cooking, baking, and no control. When it got to the point that I looked like the Michelin Man in my blue jeans, I said “ok! Well THOSE fun and games are over!!!!” 😂
 
Kathleen’s Place said:
My motivation is basically myself. I will never be model thin, nor do I want to be. But I know the weight I feel the best at and can pretty easily attain. UsuallyI can stay within 5 pounds of that weight without having to give up things I want. This past year has been a bugger though, filled with cooking, baking, and no control. When it got to the point that I looked like the Michelin Man in my blue jeans, I said “ok! Well THOSE fun and games are over!!!!” 😂
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I am at the age where it is to my benefit to eat healthy. I don't like that idea, but, on weight watchers, I like because I can eat anything within the points allotted to me and still lose weight. I walk 10,000 steps and it is an effort. I get up and walk for 15 minutes every hour, and that usually gets it done. I am creative with my food. I try to eat the right fruits and vegies in different ways but still delicious. I do like salads, and roasted vegies and love the fluff recipes with sugar free jello and light whipped topping. Just one ounce with a container of topping and it is good!
 
fancicoffee13 said:
I am at the age where it is to my benefit to eat healthy. I don't like that idea, but, on weight watchers, I like because I can eat anything within the points allotted to me and still lose weight. I walk 10,000 steps and it is an effort. I get up and walk for 15 minutes every hour, and that usually gets it done. I am creative with my food. I try to eat the right fruits and vegies in different ways but still delicious. I do like salads, and roasted vegies and love the fluff recipes with sugar free jello and light whipped topping. Just one ounce with a container of topping and it is good!
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Yes, and portion control is everything and that is something else I need to get back in control of. I wish I could work myself back yp to 10,000 steps a day. 5000 is about my maximin (and that is broken up into two walks a day). But more than that and my legs turn to cement and heart starts racing. Trying to take a few more each...will get there eventally 😊
 
I am motivated to exercise in select ways, conventional exercise methods bore me. On that note, since my surgery last August I am witnessing a slight return of strength. When my wife and I shop for groceries I have reluctantly turned over the shopping to my wife because I cannot do it anymore, I ride the store scooter.

Rather than freaking out over what I can't do compared to what I could do before is a waste of time and energy. What is relevant today is all that matters.
 
Kathleen’s Place said:
Yes, and portion control is everything and that is something else I need to get back in control of. I wish I could work myself back yp to 10,000 steps a day. 5000 is about my maximin (and that is broken up into two walks a day). But more than that and my legs turn to cement and heart starts racing. Trying to take a few more each...will get there eventally 😊
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Well, I am working on walking that many steps a day. When I worked, I walked over 350,000 sq ft a day! Towards the 34th year at work, it became very difficult. So when I retired, I decided to volunteer at the local BSA hospital. I thought that would keep me walking a lot. Wrong, all they want you to do as a volunteer is make coffee and sit all 3 hours. Well, I don't volunteer because of the COVID so I walk within my home and outside when possible. I meet people, see a few stray dogs, and see other things. I've gotten to where I love walking outside. Eating is another thing. I used to and still do, watch Foodnetwork a lot. That helps me put together the foods I am allowed to eat in a way that is delicious. Yes portions control is my downfall, however, I have accomplished that too. Sometimes, I eat anyway and I pay for it at the scales. (My motivator!)
 
Mr. Ed said:
I am motivated to exercise in select ways, conventional exercise methods bore me. On that note, since my surgery last August I am witnessing a slight return of strength. When my wife and I shop for groceries I have reluctantly turned over the shopping to my wife because I cannot do it anymore, I ride the store scooter.

Rather than freaking out over what I can't do compared to what I could do before is a waste of time and energy. What is relevant today is all that matters.
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Yes! The more you rush it the more you'll stress over it, and stress spends energy, absolutely not conducive to complete healing and getting your strength back.
 

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