It seems like everyone is trying to lose weight, where are the people who've lost it?
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2 years ago, I weighed almost 350 lbs, I would lose my breath walking out to the car to go to work. I had to walk up 6 flights of stairs to get to my desk at work, and was thrilled when they installed an elevator. I knew that I had to do something to make my life better for me. Now, after 2 long years of hard work, I am proud to say that I have lost 70 lbs, taking me down to 280 lbs. I know that I have lost a lot of weight, but I know that I have a lot more to lose. Here is what I did to help myself lose the weight.\n\nI changed a good portion of my eating habits. I now eat lots of fruits and veggies, whereas before, the closest I ever came to fruit was cherry cheesecake. I also started drinking tons of water. On an average day, I drink 1 gallon of water before I allow myself any other drinks. At family get togethers, I always bring a couple of veggie trays. This way, I know that I will (more than likely) have left overs, and there will be something that I will eat without feeling bad. Just so I don't get to discouraged, I allow myself to have 1 bowl of  low fat, no sugar added, vanilla ice cream a month. \n\n\nAnother thing that I did is exercising. I had to start slow, by walking around the neighborhood twice a day, three days a week. Now, I jog around the neighborhood 2 miles twice a day, three days a week. On the days that it is to cold or rainy to go outside, I do one of my workout tapes. I alternate between pilates and tie bow (not sure on the spelling). I have also joined a gym so I can do strength training. I have also enlisted the help of my best friend. I have read many articles saying that a person is more motivated and likely to lose weight with the help of a workout partner.\n\nI also enjoy swimming as a form of cario activity.\n\nI hope this info helps, and good luck with your weight loss!!
935846
if it did there would be no over weight people. only way to lose weight is a healthy diet and exercise
855404
I wonder the same. These people want a very quick fix. It can happen easy if you do all the right things. I was never overweight but heading there and I decided after my 3rd baby I want and I can have that body I want. Like probably these ppl it seemed impossible and you dont want to suffer w/o guarenteed results. But I made up my mind,I use common sense and here I am, I weigh 112 now,size 1/2 and fit. I look at cake now and unlike before I have no desire. There are pleanty of healthy yummy things to stuff my face with.
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We just did a survey with our middle school students and found that 40% were overweight , 20% obese and the others were under weight or at the ideal weight.\nThe way our society is heading as far as weight is concerned,kids now days will not live as long as expected.\nWe notice that alot of kids are very inactive posssible due to video games and computers.\nLast year we asked our gym class of over 100 students,who went home and did some type of physical activity,wheather it was jogging, riding their bikes or some type of sport and only 10 students raised their hands.We were very surprised !\nChildren with diabetes is on the rise partly due to inactive kids.\nSince last year,during gym class the students run the mile once a week and they have to do it under 20 minutes,if not they run it again the same week.
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Yes, 3 years ago I used to weigh 280 pounds, I was overtaken by thyroid disease as well as a nonthreatening pancreatic disorder. \n\nI could not lose weight. I tried and I tried. I had a doctor tried to put me on all of these kooky fad diets , that included the south beach and atkins and it did not do anything but land me in the hospital because both of the diets were low carb and my blood sugar would drop low. As a matter of fact, I became quite ill with low blood sugar and was on disability for 2 1/2 months, I was taking the risk of passing out, I could not even be home by myself. \n\nAnyway, months rolled on, I was frustrated, I was sick, I was uncomfortable, i hated my body, I was discouraged.  Then my parents ended up seeing a doctor that helped them out after a car accident. They told me about him, they said that he was really good and they felt that he could help me. \n\nWell...he did. He gave me one simple solution. NO DIET. Just cut my food intake in half. Limit my snacking excercise and drink plenty of water. \n\nMy feet no longer hurt, I feel beautiful, I don't feel self conscious, People tell me I am beautiful, I am not drug down all of the time, I see my reflection and instead of feeling shame and thinking that I am so ugly and I need to lose weight. I feel great and I think about how much weight I have lost. \n\nI still have a little more to go, but I have come a very very long way. I feel great. I have lost over 70 pounds, it has been two years. \n\nI just cringe when people talk about stomach stapling and fad diets, why hurt our bodies when the answer is so simple and I LOVE TO EXCERCISE especially now since I move around easier and my feet don't kill me. :)
405033
Perhaps, people cant think of a more healthy way to lose weight . . . are these people your "friends". You should help them find better healthier ways, than talking of them in this q&a on yahoo.
190777
wow theres so many not eating not wanting to do anything.ie go out ..sleeping funny hours..getting angry with the littlest things..try talking to them see if you can help them in anyway..i hope you are successfull good luck!
128722
Just keep telling you're self why you want to lose the weight in the first place.  Then tell you're friends why you can't eat out with they as much as you use to.  If they are good friends they will understand.
904894
Don't worry about losing weight. How about losing those a**shole "friends.
846021
...food..everyone misses the most important aspect..exercise...if people would exercise more they would not have to worry so darn much about food...Are you really serious about doing this? We are talking about hard work. Putting down your little debbies, getting off your butt and not only going on a diet but EXERCISING!!! Even if you lose the weight it will come right back if you do not have the desire and motivation to not only look cute but to be healthy. it is going to take alot of inner strength I can assure you of that. \n\n1.) eat 4-5 small meals a day\n\n2.) drink lots of water\n\n3.)exercise every day\n\n4.) do not eat 4-6 hours before you sleep.
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Wow, I was just thinking about that too. I'm not really "consumed" about my weight to the point where I am obsessed, but I am not really content at this time at my current weight. I have been procrastinating on the weight loss/diet endeavor, probably because it's been so long since I've tried and whenever the diet/excercise regime lags, the weight just comes pouring back and it becomes a vicious cycle.  Now, I don't know what type of doctor you would talk to, unless it was your own family physician as a starting point.  I often wondered if those people who advertise hypnosis to lose weight were legit......please let me know what happens to you as I am very interested to see if what you decide to do works for you....LOL
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Mate, I was in India this time last year and the number of overweight people surprised me at first. Then I noticed how much sugar you guys consume. (Chai, chapattis, rotis, rice, etc.) The only people over there not putting on weight are the farmers and those in physical work. \nUnfortunately the west has brought its culture (Maccas and cola)and the desk jobs have greatly increased in India.\nForget Liposuction and the like, just get moving and cut back on those carbohydrates.
227484
I've heard of a lot of people losing weight with the south beach diet. and they dont excersise, but you are really limited to food choice.
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I think losing weight is always an easy decision to make but a tough action to follow through. \n\nYour family, in this time is going to be your rock and support and don't feel ashamed that you have to ask them to help too. By turning some critical triggers in your lifestyle you can lose that 30kg. \n\nDiet is an important aspect of weight loss. The essence of weight loss is that you burn more calories then you actually intake. You do not have to lessen the amount you eat, often its just the type of food and liquids we consume that can make a difference.\n\nInstead of driving to work, perhaps take public transport and walk to the station and to work etc...\n\nExercise should not consume your life...but should be a healthy balance. Use the time you spend with your children to do exercise as well. You said that you can't keep up with them...perhaps you can got for walks, slow jogs with them...invent games around a healthy lifestyle. \n\nThere are lot of diet websites out there...which are a good start...however self motivation is what is going to really determine whether you lose that 30kg
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Start doing cardio and making dietary changes. the face is one of the first places most people lose weight.
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I haven't but i know some really natural ways for you to lose weight. Keep in mind that fast lost weight will come back in a flash. Let me know if you need my help.
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I hear ya, we can definitely blame them for their laziness but not for their ignorance. Corporate America is driving them to the brink. What time do they have to learn about nutrition and proper forms of exercise, not to mention what they are being subjected to with false labeling and all the no fat no carb non sence. Who could know? \n\nMost people have families and are busy with their hectic lifestyles but that is no excuse for letting their health slip away from them. They say they have no time but of course there is always time for the PC, television and or video gaming. \n\nTo the point of the question, this is sorry. I used to train with this very hot German girl, my best friend from childhood. Two month with me in the gym and she was getting so tight and looked totally hot and everyone noticed and complimented her. She on the other hand had it in her head that because she was gaining weight (The new muscle) things were all wrong. So she stopped completely and went on a series of fad diets, lost all the lean body mass and now looks like a soggy cherio, go figure.