Update on my efforts

[supernova]

Since joining the gym I've averaged about 4 - 5 times a week.

I added some strength training. I started out going to the weight room one night a week, usually on Friday afternoons since I leave early those days.

I've also added a class on Thursdays that combines Yoga and Pilates. :crazy: Yea, it's intense. But also very relaxing. I've gone a couple of times now and and I do feel more flexible.

I've really beefed up my conditioning. I can do the middle intensity on the elliptical machine for 30 minutes. I do this 3 times a week. When I do strength training too, I just do 20 minutes of elliptcal.

In short, I've spent more time on strength training and a little less time on aerobic conditioning than I have before. I've finally realized I cannot lose weight just with aerobic conditioning alone.

So far I've lost about four pounds. I hope I don't plateau any time soon because I like this ride. :-)

As for diet, I've gone back to eating low carb. It works for me. I do not eat any grains or milk products because I have a sensitivity to both. My tummy is much happier too. Though once a week I might have a piece of potato.

How is everybody else doing? :-)

[AllieB]

1. Have you tried interval training?

That really helps burn fat. I really hate cardio so I can burn more calories in less time this way, and it boosts the metabolism.

http://www.intervaltraining.net/

[supernova]

2. Thanks for the reminder!

I had forgotten all about HITT. :hi:

In fact, I'll try it for my workout tomorrow. That video in that sight is really helpful. :-)