Posts Tagged ‘counting steps’

Walking for Weight Loss Mistake (2009-9-2)

Even walking for weight loss develops the musculature of the lower body and therefore can distort weight measurement on the scales when checking for weight loss. Fat is lighter for the same volume than muscle so trading one for the other can mean that the scales don’t show a loss or (heaven forbid) there may [...]

Adding Value Walking for Weight Loss! (2009-8-16)

There is a definite place when walking for weight loss for all lengths, intensity and venues. Walking DVDs are a backup tool for instance when going outside, or to the gym is not viable. The variety of  walking options blends beautifully into most lives when a little thought and persistence is applied. Walking to lose [...]

Walking to Lose Weight Alone (2009-8-3)

Walking to lose weight can be a group activity or a social bonding opportunity but that does restrict your options when busy. Of course it is not an either/or situation and one of the beauties of walking as a weight loss lifestyle option is its versatility. It can be social or competitive, intense or leisurely. [...]

Why Walking to Lose Weight? (2009-5-30)

Losing weight can be life saving. Exercise can be fundamental to a meaningful life. Walking to lose weight combines both. For many people it is easy to start and keep going. Instant success. This is good. Others are puzzled by the popularity of walking as a weight loss strategy. Some do it and question its [...]

Walking to Lose Weight Choices (2009-4-30)

A big part of the walking to lose weight process is setting yourself up for ongoing success. We’ve previously mentioned the conclusions of a Consumer Reports analysis of over 20,000 people who’ve lost weight that the small number who maintain the loss keep almost the same exercise and diet routine that led to their initial [...]