topic Detox? in Wellness

Detox?

Mom2Dogs — Tue, 22 Apr 2025 14:08:24 GMT

I hope to start a walking program this week...the weather forcast shows nicer weather ahead. It has been terribly windy and rainy in my area.

I have used our stationary bike since December, 5ish nights a week...not a single pound lost..I also have a rebounder that I use.

I have never been an over eater so portion control is not my problem.

I am hoping walking outside will make the difference, but wondering if anyone has done a detox before starting a weight loss program?

I only have 10 lbs to lose....my clothes are not tight but my belly looks thick..I want to lose the belly.

thanks

Re: Detox?

Trinity11 — Tue, 22 Apr 2025 14:22:23 GMT

@Mom2Dogs wrote:
I hope to start a walking program this week...the weather forcast shows nicer weather ahead. It has been terribly windy and rainy in my area.

I have used our stationary bike since December, 5ish nights a week...not a single pound lost..I also have a rebounder that I use.

I have never been an over eater so portion control is not my problem.

I am hoping walking outside will make the difference, but wondering if anyone has done a detox before starting a weight loss program?

I only have 10 lbs to lose....my clothes are not tight but my belly looks thick..I want to lose the belly.

thanks

The only thing I have ever learned about weight loss is that I cannot spot lose weight. My belly hasn't really ever been flat since my pregnancies but then again my last baby was almost 12 pounds. 😀

I hope someone can help and maybe has some advice for hormonally induced weight gain around the middle @Mom2Dogs . I have ever yet to have success with it through the years.

Re: Detox?

Mom2Dogs — Tue, 22 Apr 2025 14:29:30 GMT

@Trinity11 You are correct about the horomonally induced weight gain. I did not have any babies, so my issue is not caused by pregnancy...I am 70 this year and typically always had a thin waist, no belly bulge....just in the last 2-3 years have I noticed this change in my body.

I am finding I feel a little uncomfortable.

Re: Detox?

Trinity11 — Tue, 22 Apr 2025 14:48:07 GMT

@Mom2Dogs wrote:
@Trinity11 You are correct about the horomonally induced weight gain. I did not have any babies, so my issue is not caused by pregnancy...I am 70 this year and typically always had a thin waist, no belly bulge....just in the last 2-3 years have I noticed this change in my body.
I am finding I feel a little uncomfortable.

All my friends and many have not had children are struggling with a tummy bulge. I think it is hormonally induced weight gain after menopause. At least according to our physicians. We all are trying to figure out how to change it. I am trying out a pescatarian diet and feel a lot lighter on it. I already lost five pounds. (Trying to get to 125 at 5'8. )

Re: Detox?

piperbay — Tue, 22 Apr 2025 14:49:34 GMT

My problem area is my belly too and I know it's from my high cortisol level. I read that walking is the best thing to get cortisol levels down.

I am going to aim for 3 miles a day, five days a week. Let's see if I can keep that up.

Re: Detox?

cindyNC — Tue, 22 Apr 2025 15:16:00 GMT

I would check youTube for exercise videos that target your problem area.

Re: Detox?

ThinkingOutLoud — Tue, 22 Apr 2025 15:34:18 GMT

It could be excess fluids your body isn't releasing. I know there are things to help with that but can't remember them right now.

@Trinity11 FYI - I've always heard the formula for proper weight as 5' = 100 lbs and another 5 lbs for every inch (this is for medium bone structure - small or large bone structure is adjusted a bit). So 125 lbs at 5'8 is too thin (140 lbs is more accurate).

Re: Detox?

Meowingkitty — Tue, 22 Apr 2025 15:42:19 GMT

@ThinkingOutLoud wrote:
It could be excess fluids your body isn't releasing. I know there are things to help with that but can't remember them right now.

@Trinity11 FYI - I've always heard the formula for proper weight as 5' = 100 lbs and another 5 lbs for every inch (this is for medium bone structure - small or large bone structure is adjusted a bit). So 125 lbs at 5'8 is too thin (140 lbs is more accurate).

That seems a bit thin. I'm only 5'1 and 105 would not be a healthy weight for me. And I'm small boned so by that formula I would need to be around 100 lbs. That's very unrealistic for me.

Re: Detox?

Trinity11 — Tue, 22 Apr 2025 15:50:53 GMT

@ThinkingOutLoud wrote:
It could be excess fluids your body isn't releasing. I know there are things to help with that but can't remember them right now.

@Trinity11 FYI - I've always heard the formula for proper weight as 5' = 100 lbs and another 5 lbs for every inch (this is for medium bone structure - small or large bone structure is adjusted a bit). So 125 lbs at 5'8 is too thin (140 lbs is more accurate).

Most of my life I was 118 lbs. I have a small frame, and since I am a Type 1 diabetic, I need to carry as little weight as possible. At 140 ( which I weighed after my son) I felt really bad and I looked overweight. I modeled years ago and I am sure it colors my perceptions of what a "normal" weight is. Everyone was thinner than me @ThinkingOutLoud . Just look at Princess Kate. She is very thin and doesn't weigh anywhere near what the charts say she should be.

Re: Detox?

LavernLuvsShoes — Tue, 22 Apr 2025 17:43:53 GMT

@Trinity11 wrote:
I modeled years ago...

I did too, but at this age, I'd look like I was sick, if (at 5'9"), I weighed less than 125 pounds.

Re: Detox?

SilleeMee — Tue, 22 Apr 2025 19:08:18 GMT

Spot weight loss is a myth. You can't target where the weight will come off but you can target building muscle in areas where you want to look more toned by exercising those muscles. Increasing muscle strength in specific areas will tighten that area so it will appear more trim.

Re: Detox?

tends2dogs — Mon, 28 Apr 2025 16:19:34 GMT

@Mom2Dogs wrote:
@Trinity11 You are correct about the horomonally induced weight gain. I did not have any babies, so my issue is not caused by pregnancy...I am 70 this year and typically always had a thin waist, no belly bulge....just in the last 2-3 years have I noticed this change in my body.
I am finding I feel a little uncomfortable.

I recently began a walking routine again. I am doing it because I need to be more active, not for weight loss. During the brief lockdown we had during Covid, we weren't going out to eat. That also meant less alcohol intake. I was walking then and my middle section slimmed down fast.

I don't know if you drink alcohol, but that could be a detox you may want to try.....at least for awhile.

I am hoping to reduce my middle section by walking regularly again.

As far as the weight guide, at 5'6'' I have been as low as 112 and as high as 137. I actually had more muscle mass when I was 137. I was much younger and exercised alot. I am at around 118 now. I recently went off my thyroid meds (that is whole other story) so I am keeping a close watch on my weight. I am not concerned if I gain a few pounds because I feel the best I have felt in a couple of years.

Good luck with your walking plan, @Mom2Dogs . Once you get started, you will look forward to it as part of your day. Can your husband go with you? Mine is walking with me and we are enjoying it. We don't take the dog for this walk because he wants to stop too much to smell....lol.

@Trinity11 I have followed some of your comments about your dear husband and his struggles. You both are in my prayers.

Re: Detox?

Trinity11 — Mon, 28 Apr 2025 14:31:22 GMT

@tends2dogs wrote:
@Mom2Dogs wrote:
@Trinity11 You are correct about the horomonally induced weight gain. I did not have any babies, so my issue is not caused by pregnancy...I am 70 this year and typically always had a thin waist, no belly bulge....just in the last 2-3 years have I noticed this change in my body.
I am finding I feel a little uncomfortable.
I recently began a walking routine again. I am doing it because I need to be more active, not for weight loss. During the brief lockdown we had during Covid, we weren't going out to eat. That also meant less alcohol intake. I was walking then and my middle section slimmed down fast.

I don't know if you drink alcohol, but that could be a detox you may want to try.....at least for awhile.

I am hoping to reduce my middle section by walking regularly again.

As far as the weight guide, at 5'6'' I have been as low as 112 and as high as 137. I actually had more muscle mass when I was 137. I was much younger and exercised alot. I am at around 118 now. I recently went off my thyroid meds (that is whole other story) so I am keeping a close watch on my weight. I am not concerned if I gain a few pounds because I feel the best I have felt in a couple of years.

Good luck with your walking plan, @Mom2Dogs . Once you get started, you will look forward to it as part of your day. Can your husband go with you? Mine is walking with me and we are enjoying it. We don't take the dog for this walk because he wants to stop too much to smell....lol.

@Trinity11 I have followed some of you comments about your dear husband and his struggles. You both are in my prayers.

Thank you @tends2dogs . That was very thoughtful of you and I truly appreciate your sentiments.💕💐🙏

Re: Detox?

Mom2Dogs — Mon, 28 Apr 2025 18:18:04 GMT

@Trinity11 Drinking...I can't hold my liquor, one drink and I am under the table, or on top of it, lol.

I do enjoy walking, I work 3 days a week - so some days it just does not work for me but I did a nice walk a few days ago...there just always seems to be something else to do..last week I wanted to finish up a small piece of furniture I was painting, so that took priority. I can't paint furniture when it gets really hot or humid. It' all done now and sitting in the house.

I do not like to walk with my DH....I leave him in the dust, always have, even when we were younger. It is not a productive walk if he goes along. We do walk our dog together in the evenings.

I do spend a lot of time outside working in my yard, on my days off, not the same kind of exercise as a brisk walk but I try to stay busy....