19 year old having a really tough time losing weight :(

[Maria_Rosado]

Hello Darlings!

My name is Maria and I am 19 years old and weigh 240lbs. I'm currently working and going to college. I find myself always being in a rush and going to fast food places. I had stopped all of that but now it's like there's no time to stop and do anything, I even find myself doing homework the morning of class!

I really want some tips, and stuff on losing weight. Now that the weather is getting better, I power-walk a mile with my dog and what-not but I feel (and I know you are probably going to think) that it's not enough.

Can you guys help? Maybe things I can do while I'm at home, studying, and what-not. Thanks in advance!

[Dove1984]

Following. I'm a stay at home mom with an active 15 month old but honestly feel like I never have what I need. If I measure out snacks for the week they wind up going to my kids because my fiancé won't leave them alone. Everyone in my house is a grab whatever and eat it with no disregard to anyone else. UGH. Looking for ideas that work.

[MonicaJ]

Once a week, use the time you would spend walking with your dog to cook for the week. If you have a freezer, you can prepare a week's worth of meals easily. Keep some low-calorie microwavable foods on hand for when you are short on time. They're not the healthiest food, but they're better than Burger King.

[CPrice]

First off, congrats on making that all important decision to get healthier! Step 1, complete! I find walking my dog isn't enough as well..but it is a great starting point. I invested $20 in a 15lb kettle bell weight. There is a great 10 minute kettle bell workout from fitness blender on YouTube. Yep, 10 minutes. It works great for me as I am busy as well and can talk myself into 10 minutes of dedicated workout time a lot easier than 30 minutes. You could fit that in while watching TV or as a study break...

Don't get discouraged, we are our biggest obstacle. 

Just keep moving, pace around while reviewing study notes, take the stairs, hit up subway for a salad instead of a burger. You can do it!

[Maria_Rosado]

I should do that!

I went to walmart and bought an $8 sauna suit so that helps me sweat... A LOT!
I will check those videos out too!

[betpchem]

All great advice. A little bit of a warning, though, some fast food salads have more calories than the burgers. It's all the extras they put on, like cheese and candied nuts. 

[GreenWiggly]

I recently bought a stepper off Amazon for $40. That thing will make you sweat in a matter of minutes! You should check out one of those. It says to only use it 10-15 minutes at time, which is great because my legs turn to jelly. I use it when I walk past it, during commercials, playing videogames, when I feel I've been sitting down too long, or if I just want to get my heart going. I feel that it's been a worthwhile investment so far. 🙂

[Dove1984]

Going to revive the old post here.  Anyone with any new ideas?