My own 2 legs

[Exalta-STA]

Thanks for the replies. Appreciate it. Several weeks into it and I definitely feel better. My BP has lowered, too but maybe because I lessened my smoking to just a cig or 2 a day...even going cold turkey on weekends.

The pros well do outweigh the cons, I sleep and breathe and have "movements" more regularly now and instead of eating heavy meals,now I just eat frequent light meals to pass the hunger. I don't know if this is attributed to my walking or just a mind thing that I need to change my lifestyle drastically. Im thinking the exercise has increased my metabolism...i hope

Yeah looks like I need a pair of good running shoes, those work boots are heavy when they get wet.

Now all I need is more discipline to maintain this lifestyle...:-)

[SentraSE-R]

Keep it up. You'll continue to reap the benefits only as long as you continue your walking.

[Jean-Seb]

You're doing great, congrats ! Also make sure to drink a LOT of water, you'd be surprised what a difference it makes. Evidently, that's assuming you're not drinking enough hehe. If you are, then good on you.

[BikerModder]

Yeah good job and the hardest thing to quit they say sometimes is the coffee- but you have to get that smoking under control. It may be seen (though) and is even being spoken about in some circles that smoking may be resumed and then put down (really).Iif you are completely addiction free you can get addicted. Though I lost that weight and stopped the smoking of cigarettes but avoid the withdrawl. Smoke for a shorter period- one day only. Stop them when you can. I went from 240 to my present weight with some help of a new years resolutions,to 174. I am zeroing it down to 165 next year.

May I add if it is in your area and it is a legal drug... DHEA daily with your regimen of diet and exercise can tone the body but it is not for everybody. It may help with the lethargy and it is from a natural wild Mexican yam. Don't take if you have a cancer risk. It could spread out of control.

Stopping the smoking for three days simply is not working for the many who try that approach. Good luck with it. I get the urge some but don't usually ever you know smoke in the empty garage(But that where the equipment go?) . But I have that routine some and it is a blue moon way. I run one day a week. Even ride the bike to the store when I could walk. Is the train to where you work? That is cool I used to live in central Philippines on Luzon... I worked for the railroad here awhile as a track man. Safety it is the last car on the train. I keep the body in repair now but never smoke more than one day a week...

[Grant-53]

I wear white cotton work socks with a pair light nylon dress socks over top. This helps with the perspiration and the color coordination. I leave my foundary boots at work. A light, stretchy rubber boot works in the snow. During WWII the Greenland Army used tennis shoes and three pair of wool socks.

[larrybuck]

Any updates on your results! Don't give up!

After months and months of running 3 1/4 to a 1/2 miles 3 times a week, I suddenly
had under foot pain on one side (foot)
I had to stop not to limp walking. Then I had to move which was a 3 week drag of heavy lifting, but the foot pain went away.

After 2 months of not running, I did fine, except my calf muscles were sore for 2 days.
I had to moderate. I'm starting over at about 3/4ths mile to a mile, and will gradually work up. My speed is fine for a 57 year old!

I hope this might encourage someone!

[Exalta-STA]

Been a long time since I lost posted, well since I got laid off too..I've all the time to take care of my health which I have to admit got worse and worse because of my shift...10PM or 11PM until 7AM in the morning...been working the graveyard shift for six years and a month into regular schedule brought me back to life.LOL.

Lost 25 pounds already and it feels damn good. I hardly use the car anymore (full tank lasts over a month), it's also useful to get your own trolley/cart for groceries and the savings encourage you to walk more.

The pain I experience after running is bothering me though, the part of the foot right after the toes and before the ankle hurts like hell for a few days after a long run so thats why Im relegated to just plain old walking. Hurts like hell wearing boots, hurts the same wearing running shoes...

but the pain is worth it when you know you're saving money and the planet even in your own little way

[niky]

Maybe it's time to bike.

Pain is because despite the weight loss, you're still heavy. You have to build up strength, but you have to watch your foot bones. A pair of good running shoes should have adequate cushioning. Don't go for those ultra-light ones, go for something with better heel cushioning.

And invest in a breathing mask. If you're in Manila, the pollution isn't good for your lungs. Probably worse than a few cigarettes a day.

[Exalta-STA]

Originally Posted by niky

Maybe it's time to bike.

Pain is because despite the weight loss, you're still heavy.

Haha it definitely is, time to say goodbye to Mister Playstation 3 and say hello to the world of cycling. Have to admit I'm still heavy though for my height (currently 230 pounds at 5'10")

I use either a Dr.Martens/Timberland boots (for rough terrain/rainy season) and light running shoes for dry or pavemnt walking..so more weight to lose then switch to pedal power and get thicker/more comfy running shoes...

Thanks for the heads up Niky!

[Ed-in-Maine]

Hello Exalta-STA, I would suggest you investigate "Primal Diet" and "Mark Sisson". I've been following for awhile and am back to my 19 year old weight 5'10" 150lbs and am 50 years old. My personal peak weight was 190lbs. IMO, diet is 80% of the battle in the modern world. Daily exercise is critical and I myself ride a min of 10miles/day and weights 2/wk.

Also as to the snack cravings. I remember the need to eat every couple hours. Now I eat two big meals daily when I get hungry. I believe the huge cut back in sugar and carbs has made the difference. My Primal experiment(n=1) is working.

And before anyone says Primal is dangerous etc...Please check the science I have. I have an annual physical and twice yearly blood work and am healthy.
Best of luck.