Spondylitis Association of America Forums General Discussion Off-Topic Forum Weight loss/ exercise

I stepped on the scale this morning just to see how it was going-NOTHING. I suppose at least I did not gain any, right? I did exercise on Sunday, my stomach was upset on Saturday so I just lied in bed all day. I did okay eating wise, but I was not as good as I had been being through the week. Oh, well today is Monday and I will try again!! Good Luck to everyone!!!

Tess

It takes a few weeks to get going - you're best off not checking the scales until you've reached the end of the 3rd or even 4th week of a dieting/exercising. In fact, as you become 'acclimated' to your 'new' metabolism, you may actually gain a few pounds in the initial stages of a diet/excercise regimen, before the pounds start coming off.

Rob

Well to actually gain is pretty rare if you're exercising along with the diet. Still, if you're beginning weight training as part of your exercise you may gain slightly or have no change for the first 2-3 weeks because while you are burning away fat you're also building muscle, which weighs more than fat. However, muscle takes more calories from your body to maintain than fat, so in the long run you will still be able to lose weight. Some people find they'd rather set visual goals than actual weight as they can then "see" their progress. If you do go that route, use the same camera routine every time(weekly is plenty often) or if you don't like that approach have an impartial judge(i.e. not husband, kids, close friend, etc.) that does not see you on a daily basis give you some feedback. Btw cheese pizza-fast food variety-is NOT healthy, lol. Homemade can be decent though.

Thanks for all the feedback and encouragement. I did do my 45minutes of water exercise today. I may have over did a little last week I took it easy on the weekend, although I did go swimming with hubby and the kids on Saturday. I had to give my hips a rest. I'm trying to find a balance that can work long term. This thread is gonna help me lose, I just know it!

I will comment on your tips tomorrow, I'm watching t.v with hubby and kids.

Kepp it up!

I just have to say that to me two pieces of fast food( NOT Pizza Hut or Dominos, but still a restaurant) has to be healthier than a Big Mac, Large Fries, and a "small diet Coke" that I used to hear people order. I am going for small baby steps forward, but still thanks for the input. I am not too worried about not losing weight, I do feel as though I am gaining muscle and I figure that will be better in the long run.

Tess

I'm with you Tess. I do want to loose weight, regain the use of my body and feel better. I want it bad, so you guys help me ok. I really need to do this.

I did go to the gym and work-out after my Dr. appointment. He took me off my NSAIDS earlier than I had planned, so I am hoping I can continue to work out for at least a couple of weeks- I will keep trying. I limped through the treadmill for 15 minutes, mostly because I figure today will be the last time I could even attempt that for 6 weeks. It will now be the exercise bike until post surgery. I hope everyone else is having a good day!!!

Tess

Honestly depends, ironically gourmet can sometimes be worse. Either way an attitude to change in a realistic way will likely get you where you want. And yes, you're definitely right about muscle being better in the long run.

Tess I'm glad that you were able to get some exercise in. Sorry that about your meds being taken away. Hopefully they will give you meds that knock you out after your surgery.

I hit the gym today. I attempted to walk on the track, but had to give it up after a mile and a half. My hip kept jabbing me. I spent fifteen minutes getting to know some circuit weight equipment and did my deep water exercise class. I actually loss 1 pound AFTER 4 weeks, :rolleyes: This is going to be tough! Only 19 pounds to go

I wish that I could lose more weight. I am eating healthy and less. What's the deal with this.

Do you guys think that we could choose one day a week for a numbers or accomplishment check in or update. Any one else attemting new attempts at managing our symptoms with exercise. Give us an update and lets encourage one another. If nothing else, we can prove to our doctors, if the exercise really works and get healthy at the same time. Lets help each other!!!

Tia, I was thinking we should pick a day of the week for progress too. What day works for you? I am glad that you lost a pound!!! It is hard work, but I do think it is important. I actually started on a Wednesday, but I am up for any day of the week to be our check-in. Let me know what you think.

Tess