11.18.06
Missing: Inches!
I have not given up on my health.
It just seems like I have – what with no blogging about it and all!
I have been walking every day – approximately 3.8 miles a day to be exact! I usually walk 5 days a week – but there are some days I do miss.
I was getting discouraged. The scale still reads 175 – some days it is down to 172 but I would say my true weight is 175. That is frustrating! Why can’t I lose more than 5 pounds.
Then just the other day I decided to measure myself again. I measured myself back in July when I started this online journal. I couldn’t believe what I saw. I lost inches – actual inches! One each on my calf, thigh and upper arm! Two each on my hips, waist and chest! My clothes have been fitting better, but I really didn’t give it much thought.
So I will continue to walk for a number of reasons:
- I am no longer out of breath when I do my laundry – which is one flight down.
- My back feels much better than it has been in a while
- I enjoy the conversations I have with my friend as we stroll the neighborhood.
- It actually seems to be doing some good – weight-wise that is. I guess I gained muscle – which weighs more than fat therefore the scale only registers the 5 pound loss.
Hopefully I will continue to lose – inches and pounds! The winter months are coming and I still intend to walk! I bought new sneakers and all! I need to find an indoor activity as well though – just in case!
Mike McBride said,
November 12, 2007 at 3:24 pm
Good for you! Isn’t that a great feeling when you actually see the results on your tape measure? That’s even better than losing pounds. Speaking of winter coming, I’m looking forward to it. I enjoy walking in the cold … even when the snow is high and I have to bring my knees almost to my chest to take a step. If I get sluggish during the day, I go out for a walk in the cold and I feel great when I get back. When I absolutely can’t go outdoors, I use a treadmill, but it’s not nearly as fun. Keep up the good work!
DA said,
December 2, 2007 at 9:24 pm
Don’t give up… There’s a better way. I’ve been doing the Body’Fit program since July 15th 2007. I do the 15 minute exercise routine first thing in the morning before going to work – I also do some recreation ie. walking, biking & the Love To Eat Guide (available at the same site – I love to eat)… the resuls I’ve lost 25 pounds and it hasn’t come back. Try it, at – http://www.bodyfitlife.com
seaswell said,
December 2, 2007 at 10:24 pm
congrats on your progress!
i had the same experience as you did – although i don’t lose much weight when i exercise, i gain muscle, lose inches, and fill with energy. my clothes fit better.
best,
seaswell
doesemswork said,
December 5, 2007 at 8:56 am
Don’t give up. You seem to be going well. I’m no expert but, my problem areas have been my tummy. I’ve found using the Slendertone belt and working out the key. I did’nt actuually measure my waist before and after but I noticed my clothes fit better.
try: slendertone.com
norasikinwahab said,
February 5, 2008 at 1:58 pm
woo.. i’m impressed.. great news for you. I think i should not give up .. but it is a matter of time.. I’m just able to spend my time at nearest gym once or twice a week. For how long? Mostly 1.5 hours on cardio and 40 mins weight lifting.. Too bad for me..