now they tell me

miss buenos aires · Post by **miss buenos aires** » Mon Jan 30, 2006 6:30 pm

So, after swimming five days a week for the entire month of January, I was a little disappointed to find that I had only lost three pounds (and this is not some insane vanity thing--I'd gained eight pounds since coming to Argentina!). Finally Googled "swimming lose weight" and found that swimming is actually the least effective form of exercise if you want to lose weight; the cold water, apparently, makes you extremely hungry and you end up taking in a ton more calories afterwards. Now, this is true, but I had always thought that the extreme hunger after a swim was a sign that you were working hard. Not so much. So I guess it's time to change up my routine a little. I still love you, swimming, but I've decided to see other exercises...

(And yes, I am toned and have more energy and tons of stamina and my cardiovascular is probably lovely and yes yes yes. I know.)

Anyway, I couldn't believe no one ever told me this. So I am telling you. You're welcome.

laughingcrow · Post by **laughingcrow** » Mon Jan 30, 2006 6:44 pm

Hmm, try swimming in warmer water...but then again the lanes in a jacuzzi aren't very big (especially if there's other users).

Jackson Monk · Post by **Jackson Monk** » Mon Jan 30, 2006 6:55 pm

I had this very same experience a few years back. But looking at photos from that period, I looked very healthy. weight isn't everything.

I've tried everything and I think that a good 20- 30 minute jog and a sensible diet every day is the best for weight control.

miss buenos aires · Post by **miss buenos aires** » Mon Jan 30, 2006 7:02 pm

Jackson Monk wrote:I've tried everything and I think that a good 20- 30 minute jog and a sensible diet every day is the best for weight control.

True, but since the tender age of fourteen (and a driver who must have been very distracted at that red light), I've had a somewhat weird right knee...

so lacklustre · Post by **so lacklustre** » Mon Jan 30, 2006 7:18 pm

Does the weird knee sit comfortably with you?

bobster · Post by **bobster** » Mon Jan 30, 2006 9:15 pm

But, Ms. BA, this is based on the assumption you need to lose weight, which I strongly suspect you don't. Ah, women.

Anyhow, it is ironic that swimming is the exercise most enjoyed by actual overweight folks. Fat, it seems, is boyant. As a kid, I was downright fat -- as opposed to my current status of pleasingly stocky -- and in those days, I could float for hours. It was kind of nice. Now floating is almost work.

Otis Westinghouse · Post by **Otis Westinghouse** » Mon Jan 30, 2006 9:30 pm

Walking is a fantastic form of exercise. Especially with a dog. I would be huge if I didn't cycle and walk. I get so much more fresh air and walking with a dog. Lovely.

miss buenos aires · Post by **miss buenos aires** » Mon Jan 30, 2006 9:51 pm

I love it when people tell me I look thin over the Internet. Don't stop! It's like when I email a hyperventilating friend to tell her that her cold sore is completely invisible to the naked eye. If you gained eight pounds in three months, believe me, you'd get a little antsy about it too, sir. Especially if it was bathing suit season.

RedShoes · Post by **RedShoes** » Mon Jan 30, 2006 10:36 pm

miss buenos aires wrote:I love it when people tell me I look thin over the Internet. Don't stop! It's like when I email a hyperventilating friend to tell her that her cold sore is completely invisible to the naked eye. If you gained eight pounds in three months, believe me, you'd get a little antsy about it too, sir. Especially if it was bathing suit season.

Hey now - I've met you - you don't need to lose weight

Seriously though - I understand the nervousness of gaining weight unexpectedly...I gained about 15-20 in about 18 months of living with Blue

It probably would've been good had I noticed after the first 8 to stop before it got worse. So yeah, I get it.

...But I still say you probably have nothing to worry about

Mike Boom · Post by **Mike Boom** » Mon Jan 30, 2006 10:39 pm

Does my ass look big in this?

miss buenos aires · Post by **miss buenos aires** » Mon Jan 30, 2006 10:40 pm

Mike Boom wrote:Does my ass look big in this?

Oh no, honey, you look fabulous.

noiseradio · Post by **noiseradio** » Tue Jan 31, 2006 2:01 am

The secret is a Playstation 2 and a copy of Dance Dance Revolution.

I'm so ashamed.

verbal gymnastics · Post by **verbal gymnastics** » Tue Jan 31, 2006 12:05 pm

miss buenos aires wrote:Especially if it was bathing suit season.

But I always thought you were Miss Buenos Aires in a world of lacy lingerie.

I have seen pictures of you on this site and you look alright to me

As a few people have said, walking is good for you.

You could also join a gym. I've found that after a good session in the gym I feel less guilty about the amount of food I eat.

so lacklustre · Post by **so lacklustre** » Tue Jan 31, 2006 2:49 pm

I hate gyms.
VG - You've seen a picture of MissBA, but that don't reflect her weight now. she have put on 5 stone. Give me buxom over skinny minny anyday.

Post by **spooky girlfriend** » Tue Jan 31, 2006 3:20 pm

Well, I'm damn sure not a skinny minny, but I don't weigh near what I used to. Taking off 60 pounds six years ago was one of the best things I ever did. It wasn't easy, and I still struggle with 10 pounds or so up and down. I don't eat badly, I just don't always have a chance to get enough exercise. I run and run, but it's back and forth up the basement stairs to do laundry. Does that count as a "stairmaster?"

I think you look fine, MBA. And I'm still sending you the kettle corn regardless.

bambooneedle · Post by **bambooneedle** » Tue Jan 31, 2006 3:56 pm

Another disadvantage to swimming is that it most likely doesn't involve breathing through the nose. So, to walking I'd add this advice: http://www.authentic-breathing.com/brea ... hletes.htm

miss buenos aires · Post by **miss buenos aires** » Tue Jan 31, 2006 6:23 pm

verbal gymnastics wrote:You could also join a gym. I've found that after a good session in the gym I feel less guilty about the amount of food I eat.

I did join a gym! That's where the pool is! So I'm mixing it up a little, because I really do like swimming, and it really is good for me; when I was on the bike this afternoon, I noticed I had much more stamina than I used to. So: cardio and weights twice a week, swimming three times a week, and carry a bag of nuts around so I am not constantly munching on potato chips. (And just so you know, I had cut way down on the sweets, which for all I know, may have been solely responsible for the tiny weight loss I did have.)

LessThanZero · Post by **LessThanZero** » Tue Jan 31, 2006 7:14 pm

laughingcrow wrote:Hmm, try swimming in warmer water...but then again the lanes in a jacuzzi aren't very big (especially if there's other users).

Yes, but think how many more laps you'll get in LC!

Mike Boom · Post by **Mike Boom** » Tue Jan 31, 2006 9:59 pm

Us guys always carry a bag of nuts around.

Jackson Monk · Post by **Jackson Monk** » Wed Feb 01, 2006 3:33 am

Am in no position to talk myself at the moment, as I've been slobbing it a little since Christmas.

However, I have noticed that a lot of people (of both genders) go to the Gym for an hour and don't actually raise their heartbeat, therefore never coming close to a decent sweat and subsequently losing weight. They stroll along on the treadmill or use the cycle to meander along etc. What's the point? You'd be better off having a nice brisk walk in the countryside.

I saw one person reading the paper on the bike the other day.

You wouldn't go to the movies and dose off would you......unless you were watching one of the Matrix Movies of course....

mood swung · Post by **mood swung** » Wed Feb 01, 2006 9:46 am

Mike Boom wrote:

Us guys always carry a bag of nuts around.

Many wives/girlfriends do too.

Be careful with the nuts, MBA - they pack a ton of calories in a TINY little serving. My own particular downfall.

miss buenos aires · Post by **miss buenos aires** » Wed Feb 01, 2006 5:21 pm

But don't they also have protein? Seriously, I am always hungry. I'm hungry right now, and I haven't even gone to the gym today.

mood swung · Post by **mood swung** » Wed Feb 01, 2006 5:42 pm

they have protein, but they have a lot of fat too.

Post by **spooky girlfriend** » Wed Feb 01, 2006 6:18 pm

Yeah, but it's not a fat that is necessarily bad for your body. They're very low in saturated fat. But yes, they do have fat. And salt.

verbal gymnastics · Post by **verbal gymnastics** » Thu Feb 02, 2006 10:26 am

I use packets of snacking fruit. It gives you energy and has no fat. You can pick it up in supermarkets in the homebaking section. Well you can over here anyway.