Starting weight: 273lbs.
Current weight: 232.5lbs.
I asked my husband for an exercise bike for almost a year. At Christmas time, my request was granted and I received an exercise bike. I was so excited words could not describe the feeling I had.
I put the bike in my living room, right in front of the television. There were no more excuses for me. I could no longer hide from my weight.
On Jan 1, 2009, I started riding my new bike. I went for five minutes, became winded and stopped. On Jan 1, 2009, I also started the South Beach Diet. I didn't tell anyone in my family except for my husband and my daughter.
The one thing that is different now from all the other times I have tried to lose weight is the fact that I haven't given up...I won't give up. I get on that bike every day except Thursday (I have class that evening) and I ride it until I can't go any longer. I am now burning 200 calories and going about 30 - 40 minutes.
There are other factors to my weight loss that I don't want to mention in this post because it is personal and an inner battle that I struggle with but I am taking those struggles and those emotions and using them to push myself forward.
Great job Michelle! I praise you for not giving up. I think I should ask for an exercise bike too. I've been wanting one and I think it's perfect to set it right in front of the television. Like you said no excuses right? Thanks for sharing your store and keep up the great work!
Thanks! I never knew it could be as simple as getting an exercise bike in my home. I mean, I have tried walking, riding an outdoor bike, and joining a gym, all with no success. But this bike has given me the opportunity to work out when I want too and not when the weather is right and not when the gym is open. I have never enjoyed working out but this time it's totally different. I really get that good feeling when I'm exercising and the results are the proof!
If you do decide to get a bike I would suggest one with a back. I know that they can be a little more expensive but they are well worth it. With my weight I had back problems and the back helps support it. I also lift hand weights while riding and having the back makes it easier.
Good Luck!