thing that was fun it would be a lot easier. :-\ I guess I could try
running while listening to music.
I guess I could switch to a whole grain pasta with more red sauces. I
also like tofu so I could eat more of it. I just need some more recipes
for it.
Ben Braver wrote:
> Phill-
>
> One thing that is a MUST for me to lose weight is increasing exercise
> level.
>
> If I don't do something aerobic, my metabolism seems to be sluggish
> and I can't lose weight.
>
> If I exercise, I will have gradual weight loss eating "sensibly".
>
> What kind of exercise? Walking at a brisk pace (hard for me until I
> get the hip fixed), stationary exercise bike, real bike, etc. -
> anything that gets your heart rate up a bit for 30 minutes at a time
> preferably.
>
> The recommended exercise level is where you can talk a couple of
> sentences at a time, but are not panting for breath.
>
> re: diet, the heart rehab folks said monounsaturated fats/oils
> (canola, olive, peanut, avocado) are healthier, whole grains, more
> fish, more veggies, less red meat. Not just for weight loss, for
> health in general.
>
> HTH and good luck.
>
> -Ben
> P.S. I'm down 35 pounds so far, from about 285# to 250#, as part of a
> cardiac rehab program and trying to get fitter before my hip replacement.
>
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