Here goes:
Returning to running after a two year break (young kids, work etc etc) and have started back in training currently clocking up 17 miles a week. I'm 6'2" and weigh 16 and a half stone, trying to loose weight but failing miserably (4lbs in three weeks depsite diet). I desperately want to get back to my good times when I could run a marathon in 3:42 (2004) but feel like an aerodynamic slug. At the risk of sounding pathetic- Now 40 and feeling generally cr*p and like a zeppelin despite my new running regime - where am I going wrong? or am I being too impatient?
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You have run before so you know it takes a while to get fit.
Keep at it and you will get fitter and a 6ft 2 I would have though 16 stone isnt massivly overweight, the less you have to lose the harder it it.
Stick with it.And welcome back to running.
Don't forget that muscle weighs more than fat so you'll find your body shape will change faster than the scales ;o)
Try measuring your waist, chest, thighs etcc and monitor those more than your actual weight.
Welcome back, forget the times for now - and don't forget to enjoy yourself!
Dont look at the big picture.. focus on smaller goals.. like your first half stone
Same with your running - set yourself smaller targets
That way you'll keep motivated and I bet you'll be amazed how quick you start enjoying your running and being in better shape
You've done something you ought to be cheshire cat grinning about - got your trainers back on and out the door!!
Well done.. small goals - you'll get there
You think 4lb isn't much? Hold two bags of sugar in your hands - that's how much 4lb weighs :-)
Stick with it. You'll reap the benefits.
Like the others have said 4lb is a good steady loss. We all know it takes a lot longer to lose it than gain it :-( but you are less likely to put it back on if you lose it steadily!
Just enjoy your runs, eat well and your weight will take care of itself.
Good Luck :-)
Focus on trying to lose weight...and all you will see is the weight you have to lose ahead of you, in itself not a very inspiring vision..
Instead, try focus on enjoying life - walks in the autum air, running for the fun of it (even if you only get out for 10mins sometimes), fun with family and friends, yummy wholesome food, the joys of relaxed moment to moment living just with the knowledge that you will acheive your goals.....
and you will get there!! Have faith x
Know what you mean. Out for 4 months and have handles now. Started back last mon, gon efrom 60M a week to 12 with 18 this week coming. Lungs and legs feel like lead. Lost 1lb last week, the targets dont come quick enuf. keep on grumbling its the only way to stay focussed!!
remember its your right to moan, if you dont use it you lose it!!!