Comments on: Devoting an Entire Post to That Question

By: Sheryl

Sheryl — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 17:22:10 +0000

I think it’s that “time” ting. You’re busy every minute of the day, as am I. It’s the constant exercise that keeps your metabolism high and the weight off. Constant movement is the key. You can eat whatever you want, within reason, if you are just going to burn it off.

There’s no secret to being thin. Burn more calories than you eat. Walk everywhere you go. Take the stairs instead of the elevator. Stay busy, move constantly, never actually sit for 5 mins anywhere. KEEP THAT TV off! Imagine all you could accomplish in a day if you never sat down, and don’t even think about buying candy. Nobody who is the least bit thin ever eats candy…

If you can’t do anything else and have no real outdoor work to do and no place to welk to, at least walk down the street once every day for 30 mins. Go slow, you’ll pick up speed as you get used to it. When it’s so easy you can run the 30 mins, do it twice a day. It has to be a priority. It really is more important that just about anything else you have to do and you will have MORE energy by walking.
If your physical limitations keep you from walking 30 mins, just go really, really slow, use a cane or a walker, but get out there and WALK! Speed is not the issue here. Any speed for 30 mins is fine, even if you have to stop after every 5 mins to catch your breath. It will get easier and faster with time and practice.

If you can think of an actual place to walk to every day, that’s even better. If you need outdoor work to do, please visit me. I have all the outdoor work anyone could possibly want. I once met an overweight woman who drove to the mall one small city block away, sidewalks and all. I just couldn’t believe it! She actually got in the car and drove to the next block!

I knew someone once who lost 150 pounds. When I asked her how she did it, she said she “walked it off.” It really does work.

By: Sunnid755

Sunnid755 — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 02:37:32 +0000

well, I did go on Amazon.com and buy 3 of your books, so maybe a little will trickle in from that. Good luck with the job, how bout a local newspaper or library?

By: Sunnid755

Sunnid755 — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 02:36:02 +0000

wow!

By: Patty

Patty — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 06:09:42 +0000

Thank you Suzanne. This was really something I needed to hear.

By: tisch

tisch — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 04:51:52 +0000

if you moved your bodies more and mouths less… weight’s a non-issue… also best diet in the world.. push yourself away from the table

By: Carolyn A.

Carolyn A. — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 02:37:08 +0000

Thank you Suzanne, for saying that I am beautiful. That really made my day! I am struggling with weight because of diabetes, but I have been keeping it in control for 4 years now. Very proud of myself for that. I am just waiting to retire to get rid of the daily stress of work though. 6 more years and I will be free to do what I want to do. Can’t wait! This was the best post I could have read today. You have the gift of words and you use them very well. Bless you girl! xxoo

By: Naomi

Naomi — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 01:14:57 +0000

:cattail: Hello Suzanne,
I was playing on the computer this PM and found you blog
What I read was about the B&B Lady in Montana~
Her blog is such a FARCE!
Email me if you’d like an update on some of the details

By: Syndee

Syndee — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:58:36 +0000

I weigh a lot more than I should and I’m not brave enough to tell you my size or my weight. I struggle with self image all the time. I do have a supportive husband and kids that tell me that I’m not f**. I have a scale but don’t ever stand on it. I eat pretty much what I want and don’t feel guilty about it anymore. I just need to learn how to love my body the way it is. I love this post because it encourages people to fell good about themselves no matter what. Thanks!

By: catslady

catslady — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:24:15 +0000

I was around the same weight for all of my 30’s and 40’s but menopause is a b#tch. I seem to be adding a little faster now and I wouldn’t care except I don’t want to have to go out and buy more pants lol.I’m still smaller than a lot my age so I’m not complaining (too much).

By: Donna

Donna — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:19:54 +0000

Very good article!!! My mother used to always say “everything in moderation”. That is why I don’t believe in diets. I would see too many people go on them, to get off them and focus MORE on food and continue the same viscious circle. I believe in Healthy Eating. I was thin all my life and as I got older picked up some pounds…but that is why I mentioned “Weigh Down” on the forum – it is NOT A DIET – it is a way of eating in moderation/balance. So, when I need to drop some, I go back to eating in moderation.
I mean face it, the moment we decide to leave out something – it’s the VERY thing we crave and feel deprived of!!!!!
I too think people need to take the focus OFF food and focus on thier lives – what makes them feel fulfilled and happy and liking themselves!
Keep moving, enjoy food in moderation, keep the focus on life….
I enjoyed your comments and agree.