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| Tue, 12-09-2003 - 12:17pm |
Hello: A friend told me that if I run everyday for 30-40 minutes and eat no more than 1200 calories a day (I now eat about 800 cals and am taking vitamins) - that I could lose at least 10-15 lbs. a month.
I am 30 years old, 230lbs. and 5'7.5" - Ideally, I would like to weigh 160-70 lbs. Will doing the above get me to my goal? So far, it has been almost 2 weeks and I have lost 6lbs.
I am 30 years old, 230lbs. and 5'7.5" - Ideally, I would like to weigh 160-70 lbs. Will doing the above get me to my goal? So far, it has been almost 2 weeks and I have lost 6lbs.
A year ago, I was at 276lbs. and was strictly eating no more than 1200 cals a day, but I was not working out so I feel I have reached a plateau.
Any advise is greatly appreciated.
Joanna

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im not gonna say if it will help you lose that much weight or not because I don't really know, but running is really bad for your legs and your back, my doctor says .... power walking is better :)
I am such a stickler about doctors and the like. I probably should seek professional advise, but I am so desperate to lose the weight - I am so tired of being such a boar. Anywho, I think it is awesome that you have lost so much weight and I hope that I too can reach that goal.
Thanks again.
Joanna
Joanne.....first of all welcome.
When I get more comfortable using this format of communication (this is the first time I have ever communicated such personal details about myself on an open forum to complete strangers), I would be more than happy to oblige a photograph.
Regards,
Joanna
I've tried running (because everyone else was doing it and they wanted me to try). I had sore legs and knees after awhile and just felt like someone had beat the livin' snot out of me. I jumped around from exercise to exercise and I now feel like I've had more of a workout doing an hour of step aerobics than I ever did running. You also feel alot better physically. I wouldn't suggest you run but it's your body and you have to find out what's best for you. Good Luck!!
~Dana
I have yet to get to the 10th workout to see any results. Perhaps I will incorporate the two - as to get my running and aerobics in. Overkill? Can you work out too much?
Another question - If fat is stored energy, (I have so much "stored energy") then why can't you eat less and work out more. I read that it takes 20 minutes for your body to burn through your carbs in a workout and after that, you reach a point where your body starts looking for "fuel" elsewhere.
Here is my dilemma:
If I were to run 5.5 miles per hour for 20 minutes with my heart rate at 119 bpm, then switch to 4.5 miles per hour (a brisk walk/jog) for the remaining 40 minutes with a heart rate of 102 bpm, does that mean that I am burning more fat at a lower heart rate? Does that mean that my heart rate determines the type of "fuel" I am using and that less is essentially more? I really do not have a clear understanding of the relationship between heart rate and time or heart rate and intensity.
Am I making any sense? Help.
Joanna
Every one has a basal metabolic rate. We may live in the 21st century but our bodies are Neanderthal. Our bodies prepare for famine and then reserve every calorie when you starve yourself. Your metabolism slows down to conserve energy.
http://www.weightlossforgood.co.uk/basal_metabolic_rate.htm
That was just the first link I found by Googling "starving basal metabolic rate" and I'm sure there are much more informative articles than the one I posted.
I suggest that you consult a physician about your program. While eating healthy and activity is commendable, I'm sure a professional can give you some sound advice to help you reach your goals.
about your heart rate. You need to work at 60-80% of your maximum heart rate at least 3x weekly for 30 minutes to achieve aerobic fitness. Getting your heart rate up doesn't necessarily mean high impact work such as running. High INTENSITY and high IMPACT are entirely different things and you can get the intensity without sacrificing your body with the impact.
I hope you take some of the advice given to you on this board to heart.
- from someone who has reached goal and now a certified fitness instructor
Edited 12/10/2003 12:32:26 PM ET by zorbslovessporks
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