The university software development group in which I work has been developing yet another free-to-use nutrition/fitness web site for the past year or so. Beta testing has meant recording everything I've eaten and all of the exercise I've performed for that year. (Well, first it meant *finding* some exercise to do.) It's remarkable what an impact the simple act of journaling can have on (at least my) behavior: one year later, ~35 pounds down, and much more energy.
Not being a runner -- not even when chased -- I walk 5-6 most days, and lift some (very) light weights just a few times a week. The biggest surprise to me has been how much the body seems to *enjoy* exercise.
To echo what others have written here: Losing weight and getting fit are definitely a matter of shaping your lifestyle. The mental boost that results from taking control and choosing to live in a healthier manner is a substantive perk.
And now, for the shameless plug: Please feel free to visit http://411fit.com/ We are still working on this daily -- principally trying to find ways to make it easier to use -- and appreciate constructive comments. Thanks!
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The university software development group in which I work has been developing yet another free-to-use nutrition/fitness web site for the past year or so. Beta testing has meant recording everything I've eaten and all of the exercise I've performed for that year. (Well, first it meant *finding* some exercise to do.) It's remarkable what an impact the simple act of journaling can have on (at least my) behavior: one year later, ~35 pounds down, and much more energy.
Not being a runner -- not even when chased -- I walk 5-6 most days, and lift some (very) light weights just a few times a week. The biggest surprise to me has been how much the body seems to *enjoy* exercise.
To echo what others have written here: Losing weight and getting fit are definitely a matter of shaping your lifestyle. The mental boost that results from taking control and choosing to live in a healthier manner is a substantive perk.
And now, for the shameless plug: Please feel free to visit http://411fit.com/ We are still working on this daily -- principally trying to find ways to make it easier to use -- and appreciate constructive comments. Thanks!