Comments on: Six Tips for Losing Weight on a Budget

By: smilinggreenmom

smilinggreenmom — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 15:26:32 +0000

These are such great tips i love that they are natural and really beneficial for our health! I have been trying to drink only water during the day and more of it, along with eating whole foods and I take my daily Vidazorb chewable probiotic, which I have read can be helpful for so much including weight! Thanks for the great tips – need to get myself moving more LOL

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By: Anna

Anna — Sat, 13 Mar 2010 04:40:58 +0000

Drink water! It is one of the least expensive things you can do, it helps to wash you clean from the inside out and hydration helps the body function better. It also helps to keep some water in your tummy to curb those snacking urges.

Have a happy day!

Anna

By: Bushra

Bushra — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 19:46:59 +0000

http://www.yogatoday.com has a free weekly class online. They have great classes filmed in beautiful places and I don’t have to figure out where to send the kids while I fork over $15-$20 for a class at a yoga studio.

By: Denise C.

Denise C. — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 23:57:17 +0000

This is a wonderful post. I’ve been lazy in shedding my remaining pregnancy weight (my daughter will be 2 in May, and my son will be 4 in June).
I recently took up running. I LOVE it!!! I am out of shape to begin with, so I am taking it slow (I still cannot run a full mile). I walk, run, walk, run when I go out. I get to do it daily, which also gives me some alone time, where I can turn off my “Mommy Mode.”
=)

By: Lara

Lara — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:46:39 +0000

I just recently found free podcasts on iTunes for the Couch to 5k program – so far I really like them – and you can’t beat free!

By: Josh Schlottman

Josh Schlottman — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 06:43:15 +0000

Another great tip I’ve found is to go to a gym and watch what personal trainers are doing with people of your same size, physical condition and gender.

It won’t be a “personal” training session but I’m sure you can definitely pick up some great stuff just by watching for free!

By: Bargain Junkie

Bargain Junkie — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:39:23 +0000

I pick up a variety of workout videos on the cheap at yard sales, and do a 20 minute session first thing in the morning, in addition to a brisk walk later in the day. Cost is minimal, and benefits are tremendous!

By: Kat

Kat — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 18:47:49 +0000

@Courtney (Women Living Well), I LOVE this idea too

By: Elizabeth Ours

Elizabeth Ours — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 18:46:12 +0000

I think I know what Stefanie, who commented above, may have meant. Instead of having weight loss as my goal and doing whatever it takes to get there, or giving up in despair when I didn’t reach my numerical goals, I have regrouped and made developing Healthy Habits my goal. Of course, I hope that I will achieve a healthy weight in the process. To see an overview of my healthy habits, go here:

http://yes-theyre-all-ours.blogspot.com/2010/01/ten-life-giving-habits-for-2010.html

By: Jackie

Jackie — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 17:40:59 +0000

I’ve been blessed by a small part-time job at a local gym where I receive a free membership (which includes a fitness center, indoor and outdoor pool use). I work two or three times a month in the evening around my family’s schedule. I save a whopping $84 a month plus earn a little $. Your local gym may not offer a free membership, but maybe a discount if you work there. It’s worth checking into! I used to do it at the YMCA too (years ago).

By: Missi

Missi — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 17:35:45 +0000

@Sarah, Do you know of any resources that would help me find Amish/Mennonite grocers/someone to purchase bulk foods from?

By: kristina

kristina — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 17:26:44 +0000

I ditto the comments about sparkpeople.com . I discovered it about 16 days ago. I do not use their meal plans but as a previous poster posted, I do use their calorie recommendations. I also read the articles posted and learn quite a bit. I have been counting my steps and walking on the treadmill 5 times a week…. only .25 miles but at a very high incline. I also try to drink 8 cups of water a day (usually I make it to 4 cups a day) Drinking the water is a key for me because I was living on soft drinks and sweet tea. When spring rolls around we walk around our subdivision (1.2 miles). Hope this is some help. Thanx for the article.

By: Suzanne

Suzanne — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 17:24:29 +0000

Go to exercisetv.tv for loads of free online workouts. They have a great variety, they’re FREE, and lots of fun!

By: Jill Foley

Jill Foley — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 17:13:43 +0000

In addition to my own workout schedule, our family likes to do “active” things…hiking is a favorite. Our 5 and 3 year old girls are used to going on 3-5 miles hikes every weekend. Sometimes we have to carry them a little, but that makes it even more of a workout for my husband and I.

Another thing we like to do is go for family walks…my husband and I will take turns running, a mile or so at a time, while the other walks more slowly with the kids. Fitness then becomes a family event which is good for all of us!

By: Jenni @ Life from the Roof

Jenni @ Life from the Roof — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 17:10:20 +0000

When I lived overseas, every 2 years (between trips to the US) I would usually drop 10-15 lbs without trying. I think it was from walking to and from work every day for 15 minutes each way, and also eating less processed foods. It’s so hard here in the US, though, for me to incorporate that “Daily walk” into my routine, but I need to again to lose this last 10 lbs of baby weight!

By: Bliss

Bliss — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 17:08:44 +0000

I just dont have the finances or the time for gyms, workout videos etc but I do have about 30 minutes of my lunch hour to go for a brisk walk. Between cutting out most of the candy and the fast food out of my diet and walking 30 minutes during lunch, i have been able to loose 20lbs in 6 weeks. I havent cut out all of the candy or fast food because I will eventually fail and binge eat but I have learned to make healthier choices. Ie. I eat fruit popicles instead of a large bowl of ice cream, I eat Wendy’s chili and side salad instead of the bacon jr. cheeseburger and fries.

By: JMcCarrell

JMcCarrell — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 17:06:40 +0000

Another tip: If you know anyone doing Weight Watchers you can have them by the “starter kit” for you. Its $20.00 and teaches you the whole Points system so it super easy to learn without a monthly fee. I also get the magazine (free from the deals this December) so I get lots of tips and recipes from there. I’m down to my goal weight and now keep my eyes out for deals on veggies and pass on all the frozen pizza and icecream deals!

By: Jenni @ Life from the Roof

Jenni @ Life from the Roof — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 16:41:00 +0000

@Iowa Mom Life, I think it’s on sale at Walmart right now for $9. http://www.walmart.com/ip/8744608

By: Em

Em — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 16:13:40 +0000

Great post! My husband and I recently cancelled our gym membership, we had to ‘fess up and realize we weren’t actually using it! There is something so unmotivating about getting ready, and driving to the gym. We recently bought the videos, P90X, and love them! We are in our 5th week, and while it’s been extremely hard, it’s also extremely rewarding. P90X is associated with Beachbody, and they have many other workout videos to fit your lifestyle. Check them out at: http://www.beachbody.com/jump.do?itemType=HOME_PAGE. Also, we use http://www.wowy.com to log in our workouts. It keep us committed to a schedule, plus they randomly pick winners every day for a cash prize!