I'm 73. About 50 years ago in a car accident my back was broken. No CT or MRI back then. I had to lie flat in bed for 3-1/2 months and let it heal as it would. That left me 3" shorter and with a 60 degree levorotoscoliosis. When I started walking in my 50's I was in terrible pain after 2 blocks. I got walking sticks and immediately could walk a mile before the same pain. That got better and in the process my arms got stronger. Years later I broke a hip and was told if I could walk again I may never be able to do stairs. 5 years later (at 67) I walked around Lake Cuicocha in Ecuador which was 12 miles and 218 flights of stairs. Very proud of that.
@@cherylmarshall6874 thank you! I started off at 312 a couple weeks ago.. weighed in at 301.6 yesterday.. I have a LONG way to go.. but these small goals make it easier. So I'm down ten... Now I have to do that 15 more times and I'm golden!
How on earth did your knees handle it? I'm "only" 45 pounds overweight and if i walk everyday, my knees calves starts screaming after a week or 2. Maybe i just have bad knees lol.
Congrats. I'm starting to walk but after one day and walking almost 2 miles, I had pain during the walk and during the next day. How did you get past the discomfort and keep walking?
I walk every weekday morning for an hour at 5.30. I call it my walking meditation. I have a theme that i put into my mind and I discuss it in my head. "Consistency" in January, "discipline" in february. I get such wonderful thoughts and I write them down and use those ideas in my life. Just an amazing addition to my life.
I know this is strange, but I crawl. I started because I lost use of my inner ear from a brain injury. I had begun to compensate by using my eyes to balance myself. But the benefits of crawling went beyond helping my balance issues. I began to notice that my abs were getting stronger. Babies crawl to strengthen their upper core and to develop inner ear. So they are prepared to walk. I had to go back and develop again what was lost.
Wow. That’s truly amazing. Makes so much sense too, but I just never thought of it. What would a crawling routine look like? How long? Do you just crawl back and forth in your living room for example? Thank you!
I walk around the inside of my house for exercise. I set a timer every 35 minutes. I do 5 laps around my house, which is 1000 steps/10 minutes. I do this at least 10 times in a day. I end up doing 10,000 steps per day. On a good day, I will reach 14,000 steps, which is 9.5kms or 2.5 hours. My personal best has been 18,000 steps. I'm 53 and thus is the only exercise I do and it is helping me to lose weight. I like it because I don't have the excuse of bad weather stopping me from exercising.
@@electricescape1190 I've been doing for 3 months and have lost 5kg so far. It's not as fast a weight loss as other types of walking but it still does work. The key is to be consistent. At least 5 days a week minimum.
18 months ago I hit my tipping point when I stepped on the scale at my highest weight. 5'2" and 189lbs. I was mortified. I started walking. First with my little shih tzu's around the block....then to the park and back and now we walk to the river and back almost every day. In 18 months I went from 189lbs to 125lbs. I sleep better at night. I also went to walmart and got plantar fascitis insoles. What a GAME CHANGER! I crave healthier foods, no longer crave sweets and what walking has done FOR my mental health is nothing short of a miracle. Getting outside, keeping my head up to look at my surroundings, getting off social media....it sounds cheezy but I found myself. I found Ali. I talk to the dogs, I talk to myself and I talk to God on my walks. It happened so organically and it was a slow change but a change that I so desperately needed. Now, to get rid of my mommy pouch and I'll be ready for swimsuit season. (We put a pool in 2 years ago...OURSELVES!!!) This will be the first summer I'm actually looking forward to in a LONG TIME. Not because I'm thinner but because I'm healthier and very proud of myself that I took control of my life. Is my body instagram perfect? no. That's not and was never my goal. I'm 48. I'm too old for that shit. LOL.
@@jenpsimmons9031 Start slow, start with very easy stuff....whatever is easiest to make a simple lifestyle change. Do it one step at a time and make yourself stick to that change one step at a time. I think the main reason for me that losing weight was a punishment for me. Exercising, eating my carbs....those things. I've done keto and put the weight back on. It's not a way for me to actually live long term. Preplanned meals didn't work for me either. I like yummy food. So for me what worked is one small change at a time so I was comfortable with it and I did it on MY terms finding things that worked and didn't work along the way. Walking helped tremendously. Low impact, maximum effect and it's free. My husband comes with me 3 days a week and the marriage benefits were nothing short of a small miracle. He quit drinking on his own. On his OWN! I make these strawberry things that I pretty much have with me at all times and I sip on them all day so that I have something in my stomach at all times. I clean out the frozen strawberry section of Walmart every time I go. I also to the drink section and buy the cherry seltzer with 0 calories. I blend both of them with a little ice and freeze them, set them out on the counter or if I'm in a hurry zap them in the microwave to soften them a bit....about a minute and they are like a frozen strawberry slushie/icee. They taste just like a sweetened strawberry....so good. Low carb, low sugar. I walk and then I just eat what I want when I get hungry. You got this! If I can do this, you can! You just have to have the will to make one change at a time otherwise it feels like a punishment and you'll quit. I think that is why most weightloss journey's fail. It HAS to be a long term lifestyle change.
Walking is so under appreciated! I was an overweight teen (almost 200 pounds) and all I did was decide to cut out or cut back on junk and sweets, and I walked everywhere with my friends. I ended up losing 50 pounds over a couple years and I kept it off. Now at almost 30 I count calories and have started some weight training, I’m down to 135. ☺️
Same here. I was at 170 to 190 most my life and even had gotten to 230 at one point. I just started cutting back on junk food. I didn’t even eat less, I just changed what I ate. I still eat the same amount I did when I was obese I just am eating salads instead of ice cream. I didn’t even walk much. I just walked a few miles a few times a week. And the weight has been falling off of me. I’m 30 pounds away from my goal. I am currently 150. Hoping to be 120 by the end of the year. I’m also deciding to start weight lifting and also wanna start roller skating to try and get the remaining weight gone.
@@meghoughton562 Not really anymore! It was an adjustment when I first started, now it’s more routine and a normal part of my day. It’s only annoying when I eat out and have to guess a bit on the calories. 😅
@@PhoenixBinx Yeah, that makes sense. My other concern is that I would become OVERLY fixated on food/calories, rather than going by how I'm feeling/if I'm making progress. But I definitely get the need, if even only from time to time, as a lesson in calorie awareness.
@@I-hate-youtube797hello there OP and you, can you please tell me how many calories you consumed and what your height is? And how long it took you to lose that? D
I lost 40 pounds walking 1 hr a day. Now I love it! I catch up on my favorite shows, read a book, plan my schedule or finish work on my phone as I workout. I actually look forward to my morning walks now a days.
Hi I’m on my weight loss journey… I wanted your help so you walked 1 hour a day Mon-sun ? Or Mon-Fri ? Also did you just walk or other workouts ? What was you diet like ? Can you please reply ❤god bless
I have a walking pad, plus I do the Leslie Sansone Walk at Home. I have about 30lbs to lose. It's difficult since I turned 60. Let's hope for the best! 🤞🤞🤞
If anyone needs further inspiration because they can’t get started, I refer you to that 340lb man in America who was too big to go to the gym so all he did was walk to the supermarket every day to buy food FOR THAT DAY. Every single day he’d set off and bought healthy foods to eat each day which he carried back home puffing, panting and sweating HARD - and the weight fell off him. He looks amazing now.
That's my goal weight too. I'm currently 250lbs, Been working out almost every day for a month and haven't lost any weight but the pain in my hips is gone and my face is a tiny bit thinner. So I'm pressing on even though my weight isn't moving yet.
Before I started running, I did walking and went from 176 to 136 pounds in about a year or so. Then I switched to running and now I’m at my dream weight of 110 pounds, which I hadn’t been since high school. People really underestimate walking though. It helped both of my parents lose weight too!!
I wish it worked as well for me 😞💔 I have Hashimoto’s and my husband and I walk 5-12 miles 5 times a week and it doesn’t work but I keep walking because I feel better. I don’t eat much but I suppose it’s the carbs I do eat or sugar that makes all the difference.
I lost over 80 pounds only by walking in under a year, now I make walking a priority not only for the sake of my weight but because I've grown to enjoy it very much. I've always been very insecure about my weight and thought my body was beyond help, so I used to think it was a myth when people would say walking really is the best exercise, until it changed my life.
"Exercise is only 20 percent of weight loss. You can't out exercise a bad diet" 1) Form, Insoles, Stretching 2) Start with 15 min walk every day and build up to 5 min more each week. Start slow. 3) "No such thing as bad weather just bad clothing" 4) Pump/swing arms builds momentum 5) Map out your walk 6) Up beat music 7) If in pain, then rest 8) Safety first; one headphone in one ear, well lit area 9) STretch after walking
Those are my notes, too Mi J !! Carla, I just found you and you are so inspiring! I'm tall too (5'9") and though I can carry my 200 lbs, I'm not comfortable in my skin. I used to LOVE exercising - I used to teach aerobics in the early 1980's - now it's a chore. I'm working on changing my mindset on why I WANT to walk, not why I SHOULD .. hope it helps me be consistent. If I could just incorporate the high seas into my walking every day - my favorite place to walk is on a cruise ship on the skywalk around the ship! Maybe its the air - the view of the water - it makes me happy! LOL
May I add one more thing? Get a walking partner and keep each other accountable. My best friend and I started walking 10kilometres a day/ 6 days a week at the beginning of the covid lockdown. On the days I lacked motivation, I still showed up because I made a commitment and didn’t want to let her down. Sometimes the promise to be there was my only motivation. Three years later we now walk 7 days a week and I lift weights with my husband 6 days a week. Walking motivated me to keep going.
I love to watch videos like these, not because I’m even trying to lose weight but because I enjoy hearing peoples stories. Super cool to hear the ways people change their lives
Truly helpful! I injured myself yesterday walking the half mile from public transportation. I’m resting today, but I will definitely put this into practice when I’m healed. By the way, I’m 69 years old and 2.5 kilometers is roughly 1.5 miles. 👩🦯
Carla, I discovered your video today and have listened to two of them and found them to be informative. I live in USA and my home area has beautiful walking paths, however they are secluded and thickly covered with trees as if you are walking through a tunnel. I love walking at 5 am, but it is still dark and I don't feel safe. I want to spread a word of Mindfulness and Caution. When I walk in the daylight, I am still mindfull of my surroundings. I walk alone and I DO NOT wear any headphones. I want to hear everything around me and behind me. I am not being paranoid. I live in a safe area, but bad things happen in safe places. Instead of listening to headphones when walking, I focus on my form, enjoy the beauty of nature, and I use the quite time to reflect on my goals, and problem solve. So for women, protect yourself by being mindful and enjoy your walk!
"I am not being paranoid" I wish you were! Unfortunately you're being very realistic. I'm glad that you are careful and encourage others to be as well. I went on a walk with my little kids today (casual walk, not like what Carla is talking about) and a car pulled right up to us. I was immediately wanting to put distance between us and the car. Turns out it was a realtor 😂 but you never know!
Excellent advice. I live in the country and walk on the side of a hilly road. No earplugs, and listening as well for cars coming in either direction. Lots of hidden corners, so I'm always prepared to jump off to the side. Not really conducive to meditation, but I get my exercise in!
Also this past year I did not miss ONE single walk outside. Even in a 30 inch snowstorm. Even in a polar vortex. You are right. JUST DO IT. I have the clothes laid out and everything is where I need it. I wear an SPI belt that holds my phone and my lip balm and things like that. Everything is ready. I make the coffee, brush my teeth, change, throw on a hat and I'm gone.
@@fuzbcuz7613 YAK TRAX. Or Yak Tracks, however they spell it. They are not perfect, and a struggle to get on over your outsoles, but this past winter I wore my regular sneakers with Yak Trax. The year before I sometimes wore my Keen hiking shoes and boots.
I started walking 9 days ago every day, I’m walking roughly 3km a day for 45 mins in the morning and I feel great! I’m very over weight so this is the perfect exercise for me plus I don’t find it too challenging. Can’t beat fresh air in the middle of the countryside:) thanks for the video xx
I gained SO much weight when I lived out in the country in the middle of nowhere. I used to walk my dogs until a bear walked out of the woods into the road we were walking down. Black bear, just crossed the road & never gave us a second look, but it got me too anxious to walk nonetheless. Swimming exercises ur entire body but where can u swim in the country if u don't have ur own pool, ya know?
@@M.O.W. I’m so happy walking. Swimming is okay but it’s the hassle of getting ready afterwards and planning it as I have to drive into town etc. Here I just open the door and I’m out walking in no time it’s great!! Jeez that sounds scary about the bear, thankfully in England the most I’ll come across is farm animals & horses 😂
This fall it will be 2 years since I started walking. Don't stop! I can't decide if I like the physical or mental effects better. I feel so much better and I know you will too. On the days you don't want to, just put on your shoes and get out there and do a little bit. If you sit a few out then it's easier to quit all together. If it's just around the block, so be it. You got this!
How can your knees handle it? I'm 45 pounds overweight so not that insane, but if i walk every single day, my knees will start killing me. Switching between biking and walking every other day is much better. Keep it up!
Can't agree with you more. I change my nutrition with keto and get up to 28k steps a day because of my new job. Most days around 10k. I'm down 127 lbs since may 2022. Many people don't recognize me. I was a golden gloves champion in the 80s. I used to think I needed to train like that to lose weight. I was 100% wrong. You are so right. Best wishes to all in your journey.
@@deerheart87 Which is perfectly fine. It's not about the macro nutrients. Also it's more about the foods: As little processed as possible is a good thumb rule, I think! I love carbs as well. ❤
When I lost 74lbs 7 yrs ago, I walked up to 10miles a day & loved it. Gained back 48lbs (yep, I know) mainly because I have severe arthritis in both feet & trochanteric pain syndrome in my right hip so walking hurts. However I keep trying & am up to 6 or 7 miles 5 days out of 7. I'm 64. Walking is the way to get fit & healthy & best of all it's free.
Consider swimming if you can. I’ve had both hips replaced (so you know they were bad!) but before that I found that swimming relieved a lot of the pain as well as providing exercise
CUT THE sugar and carb the most you can eat more MEAT especially some liver I know I know but that a lot of iron EAT FAT yeah the fatty meat and BUTTER look it up on carnivore blogs help yourself analyse them and go for doctors who speak about it. Regular diet, you go to the bathroom every day but when you re on carnivore, maybe 2 X a week and it's like peebles like goats HAHAHAHA humans should all be carnivore OH! and cut ALL PROCESS foods (boxes, frozen and cans) go FRESH cut the veggies little by little, I still eat carrots that's all. You ll save a lot of $$$$$$ cause you don't need big groceries anymore. Dairies, eggs, meats and carrots (DO NOT TAKE ANY GREENS if you can) look up the video Plants are trying to kill you. Trust me after 2 months had a craving I ate Honey Cherrios than 2 hrs later went to bed. GOT UP URGENTLY to throw up, but it went by the poop OH MY GOD the cramps i got it all came out than OH MY what a relief went back to bed with no more cramps NEVER AGAIN will i put process food in my mouth. Fruits does the same cause your body goes thru a big change. You ll get cramps at the start, and trust me your intestine will empty themselves get ready for that.
me too!! Very happy to find this, so true that when the student is ready the teacher appears thanks to UA-cam & HalfofCarla for randomly presenting this video at exactly the right time for me!!
@@HalfofCarlaPlease guide me, I am 50 years old and at 140 pounds, want to be at 128 pounds. How much should I walk, and I understand diet is equally important! And also, did you do strength training? Hope to hear from you
I battled chronic health problems for a few years, and was so unhappy with life. I tried to follow one of Caroline Givan's programs but it was so hard, and I wasn't really dropping much weight. Then I heard in one of her videos that she walks one hour every day, so I decided to try it as well. Best thing ever. Besides the fact that my dog needed to get more exercise to stay out of trouble. So I started shorter distance walking for a few weeks, then slowly increased the distance over a couple months. Now I go one hour regularly, over hills and on a dusty dirt road at 3 pm in a tropical country which means its usually very hot. I feel so much better. My hormones are balanced, my weight is down, my stress levels are way down, and my dogs are so much happier. I LOVE my walks now. I feel so much better about everything.
I can't thank you enough, Carla! I used to have injuries and unbearable pain in my knees' joints every time I walked long distances, but your stretches saved the day. For the first time in my life, I walked 45 minutes straight without pain! God bless you ❤
@@melaniesheppard778 That's the beauty of it ! Once ten years I purchase a gym membership and never go I'm stuck again 😩 Money coming out of my account monthly
New subscriber here :) Im 23lbs down with about 100 to go (no set target) and have been really inspired by you to get into walking. I also hate walking - everything aches. Will start with 15mins as you advised and add 5mins per week. Thanks for the inspiration x
I had aches like that when I first started walking. Then I cut out all sugar and drank 100 oz of water a day, and the aches disappeared in about 2 days. Foot pain is different, though. The right insoles can be a game changer. Also, when I started walking, I would walk straight out from my neighborhood and then turn around at whatever half way time I wanted. So I'd add a couple minutes every couple days. Now I walk a full hour, 30 minutes out, 30 minutes back.
I'm 68 I've been walking for 5 years, 40 minutes every morning. When I was younger I walked 3 times a day for 1 hour each time, love it! For the past 5 years now I rebound for 10 minutes on a cellerciser.
Teaching us how to walk properly at the end of the video was a GAME CHANGER for me. Walking with arms up increased my distance in 1 day 5:6km (1 Hr 30 mins) and the next day 7km in 1 hr 30mins and I even stopped at the store half way to buy some water. Thank you!!
I walk just like you do! (Except for thr arms, cuz I always take my dog along) But I also wanted to let you know that God used you as a confirmation for me today, that the only exercise I NEED to do is walking! All others are an added bonus! Thank you, & I pray God blesses you! 🙌🏻🥳🥰
Started 3,5 weeks ago with a healthier lifestyle. I'm walking every day. I eat the same things as usual but in moderation. Lost 8,8 pounds so far. I love walking. It's so good for my mind and body. And my dog couldn't be happier 😂 thanks u for the tips! Love your videos!
63 years old and starting my weight loss journey. I’ve lost 70 lbs and have 70 more to go. I’m really struggling with cardio (because I hate it). This video helps….
This is very encouraging! After being diagnosed with a chronic illness, and multiple surgeries later, my weight has sky rocketed. Hope to include something simple, like walking into my routine. ❤
I’ve started going to a local high school for a community water aerobics class M-F for an hour each morning. Definitely doing it as soon as you awaken is a great suggestion - it sure works for me! It’s more fun than exercising alone at home, and I may keep it up even when it’s warm enough to get in our pool (where my playlists are energetic and loud!). The social aspect really helps. I’ve lost 72 lbs with the old 1980’s Set Point Diet - nothing is left out, mostly daily moderate exercise portion control. Healthy and happy.
This video just popped into my feed and I'm so glad!! I couldn't help but notice how pretty you are and then thought how easy it is for us to see what society considers an attractive person and we immediately think well, SHE probably never had to suffer being overweight or daily pain, etc.! This was a great reminder for me to never judge. As well as a great reminder that there are no excuses!!!
Something that definitely helped me is not letting failing to meet one goal affect the other. For example, if I ended up eating something unhealthy, I would almost always give up on any exercise goal for the day or vice versa. I have worked on not letting these be related to each other so even if i eat bad, i still walk for my health. If I fail to walk, I can keep up with my healthy diet.
I can really relate with that. I would be super hard on myself and say welp I've already screwed up today. Might as well eat whatever else I want to..and the next day you think to yourself now I'm off track I'll just eat poorly again till the weekend..before you know it your back in that rut.
Last year, at 26 years old I too found out that there is a correct form for walking. I wanted to get healthier so I planed on walking an hour a day and naturally I wanted to do it with correct form. I grew up with diagnosed flat feet but only found out while researching the correct walking form that you are actually supposed to walk on the outside of your foot and not use the whole damn thing. So I went for it with correct form. And after a week of that I found out that you can actually get tendinitis in your feet. After walking incorrectly for 26 years my feet just weren’t used to being used in the right way. I then told my mum about my findings and she just said: “You don’t have to feel stupid I am 51 years old and just found I’ve been making the same mistakes.”
🚶♀🚶♀🚶♀🚶♀ I loved every second of this. I started walking more consistently, and along with eating healthier I have lost almost 10 pounds. I won't ever underestimate the power of walking, or of eating well. :-)
I am terrible about stretching and never do it when I go for walks. Thank you for touching on the importance of stretching! I will be taking the time each time to stretch when I go for my walks.
I can't say enough about using my urban poles. I have plantar fascitus and it helps take some weight off my feet. It uses 90% of the muscles in your body. IT causes you to walk with good posture. Every push is like doing a crunch. It developed my arm muscles, back muscles, chest and abs, as well as lower body. It burns 40% more calories. It pushes me to walk faster. Urban poles have changed my life.
I used to walk 6 miles a day but now I'm bone on bone and on a walker. I wonder if the urban poles would be enough stability for me to walk without a walker.
I fully agree with you. I walk when I am praying in the morning on UA-cam live prayers That gives me 3k to 4k and then I leave for the office. When the cleaners are cleaning my office I walk. And I reach 5k. I keep leaving my desk walking longer routes to go to the bathroom or go n discuss in person work related issues instead of calling. When my organization announces walking challenges for staff I join and I make daily steps of 10k 15k 22k or more. Like her I never go below 10k 28:57 This is daily and I only rest once a week. But I still have 5k during that resting day because I can’t spend the whole day sitting. When I do house chores, I always make sure my walking is on my Pedometer++ Walking has kept me so fit. My weight is unbelievable. I am toned. I am balanced and I am grounded. I also do yoga. Keep walking guys. You have no idea how healing this walking 🚶♀️ is. It’s not only about the mind but those aches in your joints, your back, your knees, your ankles may be healed by simply walking. Thank you for sharing your walking experience. I am also witness to this simple and free exercise
This is the best thing I’ve read. I usually watch shows, movies and gospel as l walk. I am going to add prayer to that thanks to you. I might try yoga too but I’m not as flexible 😂😂 but will try
I’ve got 50-ish pounds to lose and have been seeing more and more about walking for weight loss. I’m so excited i found your video because i never realized there was so much form involved. I feel SO encouraged now more than ever to go ahead and walk everyday!
Hi Carla, for me, THIS video is the one that’s changed my life! I just started this journey (kind of by accident) and now I can do it safely. Thank you!!
I just started daily walking three years ago at the age of sixty-four after the sudden death of my beloved brother. It really helped me to get through my grief. Even though I have osteoarthritis in my right knee, I walk about eight km everyday. I learned that walking backwards helps with knee pain so I try to do this as often as I can on a safe track. P.S. Love your accent and the expression, “before the devil knows you're dead!” I had an Irish father.💚🍀💚🍀
I’ve been doing those for less than a month and I’ve already lost over 13 lbs. It may not seem like a lot but it is to me. I used to get winded and exhausted after 25 minutes and now I walk 50 minutes like it’s nothing. Thank u so much for sharing ur journey!
I don't have any weight to lose, but I watched this entire video and I just love your personality! Congratulations on all your hard work and success with your health journey!
I love that this video isn’t like DO YOU WANT TO KNOW THE ONE SECRET TO blah blah blah and PAY ME blah blah blah… walking is so relaxing/the best thank you for making this video 💖🫖
Carla, I‘m feeling motivated! I just found this video. I‘m around 5‘5“ (165 cm) and 127 kg. It’s bad. I do walk my dog daily, but my dog has aged and is almost 13, so walks have become shorter and much slower, especially during summer. I‘m pretty much out of cardiovascular shape. I’m not a morning person, but since menopause has started, I‘m usually up around 4 a.m. I‘m 57 by the way. I could see the benefit of going early just to be alone. Right now just going to the grocery stores has me breaking out in sweat and my face turns bright red. I‘ve tried so many diets and I‘ve lost weight, but it never sticks. I‘m a stress and emotional eater and I adore cake. It’s hard. I‘ve been overweight since puberty, at 18 I was around 180 pounds. I‘m not looking to get skinny, I‘d just like to lose 30-40 kg and regain some fitness. I also have a stationary bike that’s been collecting dust for a few years. I find that beginning and sticking to it is hardest. Then there’s always „what if someone sees me“ thoughts. I also think I Walk completely wrong. Oh boy, this will be some challenge. I‘m not even sure I‘ll make it 15 min in one stretch, haha. Thank you for making this video!
You got this! If 15 min is too much, then start with 5 and work your way up when it feels right. Same with consistency, if 6-7 days a week is too much, start with 2 walks a week, keep that consistent and then work your way up to more days. Yoou got this!
I swear I could have written exactly these words. Even down to the bike! I’m starting healthy keto and intermittent fasting -see Dr. Berg on UA-cam. But I need to add exercise. I’ve been poisoned by Cipro and now have fibromyalgia. I’m wanting to be inspired. How is your journey going?
Do what you can, 15 minutes it's a good start.... If you really wanna see results you may have to change your diet a bit, and do intermittent fasting. I personally had to give up most of the carbs, I am eating mostly mediteranian diet, protein and vegetables, within 6 hours a day. But its so worth it.
I'm so glad I read your response. I too love cake. I too have an exercise machine but it's still in the box (I know). Motivation is my problem plus I like extra portions. Best of luck to us in our journey!
I just gave up sugar. Protein at every meal, and a lot of vegetables is making it easy. You have to change the way you think about food and really let go of bad habits too.
I'm not very far into the video, but you talking about the mistakes you made in the beginning, specifically walking through your thoughts about the insoles ("I'm going to lose weight, so I don't need them... I thought i knew better than a professional") was like an echo of my own thoughts! Thank you for sharing so openly
I noticed that in your progression photos on the thumbnail of another video - your head and neck starts in a really bad forward position. And then by the time you’ve come down on weight, your neck and head are in the perfect aligned position! So good
Our temperature today was low 60’s so I went for a 30 minute walk today. I’m determined to get back to walking daily as it helps my state of mind and brings me joy to be outside looking at GODS creations. Thanks for these wonderful tips and information. I’m now looking at your other videos.
I recently spoke with my new family health provider about losing weight and getting healthier. She suggested that I take walks during my lunch break at work. I'm a working mom to a 2 and 4 year old and sometimes my lunch break is the only time i have to myself. She said to just get started but to work up to the point where I may need to bring an extra pair of clothes, you know, exercising. So it's been a few weeks and I'm actually enjoying it. I'm also taking walks at home with my kids and they LOVE it.
Started walking like this- this past week- your tips on how to walk are brilliant!!! That changes everything!! The chin/nose thing is harder than it looks!! And walking up little hills/inclines- you REALLY have to focus on that posture and gait!! But I am loving this so much! (And I generally hate exercise!!) So this is huge!!
I just found your video. I am 72 years old, 5’4” and now 175 lbs. which is the most I have ever weighed! I love to walk! However, I am waiting for a complete knee replacement. So walking for an hour is out at this time. That and the fact that we live in the Sierras of Northern California and we are now buried in about 7 ft. of snow. I am going to practice walking daily for 15 minutes each day, first thing when I get out of bed (5:30). I didn’t weigh this much when I was 9 months pregnant with our son and had gained 40 lbs.! Thank you for your inspiration!
Was scrolling intermittent fasting videos and saw your video. Not sure why it got my attention but I guess its because I know I need to walk A LOT MORE. Your story and tips on how to walk properly motivated me and today I did 10 minutes out and 10 back using the proper technique. I live in Central Florida so it is extremely hot but today happened to be perfect so all the forces came together to get me going and do it. And I loved it. Had fun, felt good about moving and it effected the rest of my day in a positive way. I will check back and let you know how I progress. Thanks Carla you probably added years to my life today if I can just be consistent.
I love hearing about your journey and what has worked for you . I’m 62 and want to lose 15 pounds. I do walk every day in our back horse pasture but this has encouraged me to walk more times each day. Thanks very much from Texas 😊
I just watched your video (this one) for the first time yesterday and today I went walking for an hour! It only totaled to about 5500 steps since I work at home, (freelance graphic designer / illustrator) but I’m grateful for you for getting me to do that! I used to love walking, especially with a friend. I want to make it a routine and a culture of mine again ❤
It feels so good to walk. I especially like it when it's really cold. The sensation of being hot inside and cold on the outside is incredible. I can walk 18 miles a day every other day but I like 12 best. I was in my house for 10 years. Finally ... I got to get out. I just started by walking to my neighbor's house ... then to the end of the street ... then down the street ... then to a half a mile away ... then a mile ... then a mile and half then 3 miles then 6 miles and then 12 ... and then 18. I took me about a year. It was the best year. I felt so good. It feels sooooo good. Uphill feels the best too, surprisingly. It just takes practice ... start out small and a little more every so often.
Good for you. I absolutely hate the treadmill. I would rather walk a trail where I get to do fun things like pull ups, stretching, etc. I’m older so mostly do weight bearing exercise.
Thank you for such an informative video. I'm short with heavy thighs, wide hips, and plantars fascitis. I have never been a fan of walking. However, I have 70 lbs to lose , so I will learn to love it. Thank you for the motivation! ❤
You inspired me, too! I used to be a fit runner for most of my life, but emotional tragedies and some practical difficulties led me to lose all my fitness and gain 20 kilos. But then I started walking, 2km, 3km, 5km, 7km. It improved my fitness so quickly! After 3 months I began running 1 km on the treadmill, then 2km, and today 3 km of running on the treadmill, and 3 km of walking outside in the park! As a longterm runner I had no idea that walking was so powerful for fitness and health!🙂❤. If ever again some problem strikes that makes it difficult to run, I will know I can maintain a good level of fitness through the wonderful exercise of walking!
This is one of the channels that gave me the courage to start my UA-cam channel 6 months ago about self development. Now I have 367 subs and > 100 hours of watch time. I know it’s not comparable with others but I’m still proud I started because I’ve been learning so many lessons that I couldn’t have learned without getting started in the 1st place.
@@HalfofCarla Thanks so much! I realized that the main reason for doing this is not about the success but the inspiration I've been providing some people with my stories while helping others do the same as I shared the lessons & experiences through making videos to have a sense of meaningful purpose. Therefore, I’m planning to quit nursing to pursue youtube full time as there are lots of issues in our traditional health systems as these don’t align with my values. It’s a huge learning curve but I love helping people through making videos. Also, as part of my video creation progress, I’m switching to a better editing software and a camera so the learning curve is much higher and slows down the completion speed of my next videos so please hang on tight! I do appreciate your support! I am hoping that you can join me with this endless personal development journey! :)
I am so so so happy I found your channel! I have paid for so many programs and followed so many “professionals “. However I have gotten more motivated by your channel than any of them! Thank you for all of the tips!
Thank you soo much for taking the extra effort to make this video. I've been walking but now I pick up new tricks from you how to walk and stretching is a must which I don't. You're absolutely right walking helps us mentally, spiritually and physically. I walk, while praying and worshipping. In that one hour I do 3 things out of my daily routine, and they're the most important things to do before I start my day with a cup of Coffee. When we prioritize our life with what's important as soo as we wake up the rest of the day will go smoothly. Thank you so much for the tips I really appreciate it ❤️ ❤️ 🙏🙏
I broke both my ankles while I was hiking. I used to run anywhere from 7 to 30 miles per week. After getting surgery on my ankles and titanium plates to ensure the breaks healed, I couldn’t run anymore. I ended up getting depressed and putting on 120 pounds because running was my outlet, so one day I decided to walk. I knew it wasn’t as intense as running and I would get the runners high but it’s all a myth. Walking is just as great, you just need to walk for longer. Now I walk with some pain in my ankles but it’s low impact so I can do it instead of running. I started on Nov 22/22 and as of today I’m down 100 pounds and have been able to keep off the weight. I walk around 30 to 120 minutes a day. I also fast and cut out all sugar. Last month I actually got recognized by the mayor of the city where I live because people have noticed me walking everywhere everyday. I actually got an award from the mayors office for encouraging physical fitness. It’s amazing what life can bring you when you are depressed and start thinking positive. I was also a little slow in school so this is a big win for me. Some people jokingly call me Forrest Gump, I take as a compliment because he had a great life and did all that running but I walk. Get walking it will change your life!!!
Oh man I was that person! Hated walking, parked close to doors, etc. Then cancer happened and now walking daily since about 2 months. Love it now can't do without it. Haven't lost much weight yet but lot of inch loss and overall reduction of cancer and improvement in health
i just realized i've been walking wrong my whole life. i've been doing the same thing as you, pulling my leg forward instead of pushing off. omg!!! thank you so much
Thank you for the inspiration. I have never enjoyed going to the gym and have wanted to “just walk” for years but was told it would never be worth it. I’m so happy now that the science has caught up. I do live in Canada so I’m afraid I will at some point have to walk inside for a couple months but I understand that that is possible too! ♥️🇨🇦
It is possible, we have to find ways to build it into our schedule and what works for us. You can do step workouts on UA-cam as well if you don’t want to invest in a treadmill xx
56 yo and what you say, makes so much sense - on my own I’ve been trying to analyse my walk, knowing my flat feet and stiff ankles have caused a slow painful walk for years - what you’re saying is so common sense and obvious, but I’ve never done it - so here we go - hopefully this will finally help - thank you so muchxxxx
🚶♀This video timing was serendipitous! I have been walking every single day since May (minus a few bad weather days etc) and the past few days my thighs have been so sore and my husband was just urging me to take a day off. Well, truth be told the only stretching I do before a walk is my putting my foot up on the curb to stretch my calf for a few seconds. 😆 This was such a helpful reminder that I need to take better care of my body by stretching and I never really thought about how to walk properly! Thanks so much for sharing, Carla! 🖤
I am 44 and was with 25kg overweight as I decided to lose weight and exercise more. first it was weight watchers with 4 or 5 times a week exercise, then I added Intermitted Fasting 16:8, now I am changing to Keto since 3 days and will walk everyday to get healthier and fitter. thank you for your video, walking is really good, I have to get started, although its too hot for me outside...maybe in the evening. I lost in one month almost 6kg and 20 more to go!God bless you!
All of the tips you are saying about safety is wonderful I have been doing the same thing, always always be aware of your surroundings & never have both buds in your ears. & yes, I too do a 7km walk, my husband knows my route & that I take about 55mins to do it.
Thanks for this video. My husband always walk every day. Running two businesses is stressful. I say I’m always running the roads 😂 But, yes try to always walk in early mornings. We are both pretty slim. So don’t walk for weight loss. Walking helps our anxiety, sleep, heart, etc.❤️
Your walking tips are helping me SO much! And you can believe I'm sharing the love and spreading the word to all who listen :) LOL I've been zooming around my house practicing pushing off from the back leg. My family just looks at me and I don't care! hahahaha Thanks for the links to more videos too. I'll be watching them tomorrow. Appreciate everything you share to help us 😍
I was 12st 6lb’s 6x months ago, I am now 10st 5lb, (I’m only 4”10 in height also) WALKING WORKS, I re-vamped my diet, I eat less crap now ,a lot less crap. I love walking. Invested in an Apple Watch too , knowing I’m getting those steps in keeps me motivated too . It’s the most sustainable method for weight loss for me personally, I’ve tried gyms but I love the outdoors & it’s FREE ❤
Walking works because it is low impact and doesn’t put a lot of stress on the body. I’ve put on weight over the past few years and the extra weight put a lot of pressure on my joints. Needless to say I couldn’t go walking because of the pain. I recently started Keto and a daily detox as well as doing Qi Gong in the morning and resistance training to get my mobility back. After a week I start walking tomorrow. Maybe only 15-20 min a day but I’m happy I can move with no pain now.
This is great news for me, because I'm trying to lose a ton of weight. I have no problem eating healthy foods, as I actually love fruits and veggies. Plus, the only exercise I enjoy is walking. I could walk all day long, so maybe there's hope for me! Thanks!
Carla! You’re a gem! Thank you for demonstrating the power of connecting our feet to the Earth, and letting our eyes behold the beauty of nature. I have been walking almost daily in the past year as part of my pain management treatment and it has changed my world !
About a year ago I was 220 pounds. Today I am 149. All I did was to go keto with intermittent fasting (3-21) and I walked. 3-4 miles a day just outside my house. At first I had to stop several times in the walk and it took le over one hour. Now I can do it in about 40 minutes without stopping.
That's amazing 😂😂😂 I started at 223. I'm walking more. It's coming off slowly but it is better than gaining. I need to be more strict like you. Inspiration for me to take this more seriously.....thanks❤❤❤
I'm so proud of you!! How encouraging you are to me!! I started walking June 1st, 2023. So only 5 days. I'm definitely using your video daily to stretch along with another senior one I do. I'm 57ys height 5'7 and 224.4 pounds. Thank you for going through the fire til the end. You're coming out the otherside has inspired me to do the same!! Brenda Showalter Guyton, Georgia USA.. God bless you!!! ❤
If the weather is too bad, walk round and round inside a big store .What we really need is an hours music video for walking, but encouraging inserts and prompts throughout in your voice Carla. Starting with "Shoes, coat on and get out the door!" I am very good at stopping at the door with coat on and talking myself completely out of a walk! 🚶♀️
I really, REALLY struggled to go walking early in a morning (even though I'm WIDE awake!) then came up with the idea of putting my mobile right across the other side of the bedroom at night so that when the alarm goes off at 6am I HAVE TO GET OUT OF BED in order to switch the alarm off and once I'm up it's much easier to get dressed and get out. It's really helped with consistency.
Thank you, Carla, for your insights and tips for weight loss, and for sharing so much of yourself and your journey. On July 1, I started intermittent fasting and keto, then worked up to an hour walk every morning without fail. The walk is the highlight of my day, and after stretching according to your video, I feel energetic and ready for the day. So far, I have lost 36 pounds, about 45 percent of my total goal. Not bad for a post-menopausal metabolism, further hampered by antidepressants. Thank you for giving me the inspiration to keep going. I haven't felt this good in years.
I'm 73. About 50 years ago in a car accident my back was broken. No CT or MRI back then. I had to lie flat in bed for 3-1/2 months and let it heal as it would. That left me 3" shorter and with a 60 degree levorotoscoliosis. When I started walking in my 50's I was in terrible pain after 2 blocks. I got walking sticks and immediately could walk a mile before the same pain. That got better and in the process my arms got stronger. Years later I broke a hip and was told if I could walk again I may never be able to do stairs. 5 years later (at 67) I walked around Lake Cuicocha in Ecuador which was 12 miles and 218 flights of stairs. Very proud of that.
Amen to your wonderful journey
You're an amazing inspiration!!💪🙏🤩😇
You are an incredible person and so inspiring!
Super!!🎉🎉🎉good for you! 😊
You’re an amazing human being! God bless!
Im at 304 lbs... Wish me luck, i HAVE to do this ❤❤❤ for me... For my kids...
❤ best of luck to you. Your journey starts with a few steps 🚶♀️ ✨️
@@cherylmarshall6874 thank you! I started off at 312 a couple weeks ago.. weighed in at 301.6 yesterday.. I have a LONG way to go.. but these small goals make it easier. So I'm down ten... Now I have to do that 15 more times and I'm golden!
@@ohthereyouarepeter1435 Yaaaay 💕🎉
@@ohthereyouarepeter1435 take your time. its a lifelong journey
You are in my prayers ❤
I walk almost every day ,I've lossed 100 pound 🎉 so proud of my self.
How on earth did your knees handle it? I'm "only" 45 pounds overweight and if i walk everyday, my knees calves starts screaming after a week or 2. Maybe i just have bad knees lol.
Great job!
@@melanp4698you have to push past eventually it doesn’t hurt
Congrats. I'm starting to walk but after one day and walking almost 2 miles, I had pain during the walk and during the next day. How did you get past the discomfort and keep walking?
Amazing!
Well done. 👍 My dad started walking five miles a day when he reached 60. He's 72 now and we don't know where he is 🤔
Haha :)
Very funny😅
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Lol nice
I walk every weekday morning for an hour at 5.30. I call it my walking meditation. I have a theme that i put into my mind and I discuss it in my head. "Consistency" in January, "discipline" in february. I get such wonderful thoughts and I write them down and use those ideas in my life. Just an amazing addition to my life.
Good idea
That's a great idea! Thank you for sharing
I love this.
Super!!
Awesome idea! Thanks for sharing. I’m starting my journey and I’m going to do that too. Thanks again!😊
I know this is strange, but I crawl. I started because I lost use of my inner ear from a brain injury. I had begun to compensate by using my eyes to balance myself. But the benefits of crawling went beyond helping my balance issues. I began to notice that my abs were getting stronger. Babies crawl to strengthen their upper core and to develop inner ear. So they are prepared to walk. I had to go back and develop again what was lost.
It’s not strange you’re a genius warrior! Keep going!
Wow. That’s truly amazing. Makes so much sense too, but I just never thought of it. What would a crawling routine look like? How long? Do you just crawl back and forth in your living room for example?
Thank you!
awesome!
I don't imagine she crawled down the street, but it gave me a laugh to imagine. But you go, girl!
Wow!!! You are amazing@janet Diaz
I walk around the inside of my house for exercise. I set a timer every 35 minutes. I do 5 laps around my house, which is 1000 steps/10 minutes. I do this at least 10 times in a day. I end up doing 10,000 steps per day. On a good day, I will reach 14,000 steps, which is 9.5kms or 2.5 hours. My personal best has been 18,000 steps. I'm 53 and thus is the only exercise I do and it is helping me to lose weight. I like it because I don't have the excuse of bad weather stopping me from exercising.
Same! I also do walking inside our house😂
How long have you been doung this . And how much have you lost, I wanted to try on my mini stepper
During COVID m, I walked inside my house too. It works
@@electricescape1190 I've been doing for 3 months and have lost 5kg so far. It's not as fast a weight loss as other types of walking but it still does work. The key is to be consistent. At least 5 days a week minimum.
How many minutes walking?@workouts_2024
18 months ago I hit my tipping point when I stepped on the scale at my highest weight. 5'2" and 189lbs. I was mortified. I started walking. First with my little shih tzu's around the block....then to the park and back and now we walk to the river and back almost every day. In 18 months I went from 189lbs to 125lbs. I sleep better at night. I also went to walmart and got plantar fascitis insoles. What a GAME CHANGER! I crave healthier foods, no longer crave sweets and what walking has done FOR my mental health is nothing short of a miracle. Getting outside, keeping my head up to look at my surroundings, getting off social media....it sounds cheezy but I found myself. I found Ali. I talk to the dogs, I talk to myself and I talk to God on my walks. It happened so organically and it was a slow change but a change that I so desperately needed. Now, to get rid of my mommy pouch and I'll be ready for swimsuit season. (We put a pool in 2 years ago...OURSELVES!!!) This will be the first summer I'm actually looking forward to in a LONG TIME. Not because I'm thinner but because I'm healthier and very proud of myself that I took control of my life. Is my body instagram perfect? no. That's not and was never my goal. I'm 48. I'm too old for that shit. LOL.
I’m so proud of you and happy for you ❤❤❤ can’t wait for my journey
Thank you for sharing your story. It's very inspiring. I hope you have a great summer by the pool!
amazing, thanks for sharing this!! Very encouraging as I'm at my tipping point and it's SOO time to activate.
@@jenpsimmons9031 Start slow, start with very easy stuff....whatever is easiest to make a simple lifestyle change. Do it one step at a time and make yourself stick to that change one step at a time. I think the main reason for me that losing weight was a punishment for me. Exercising, eating my carbs....those things. I've done keto and put the weight back on. It's not a way for me to actually live long term. Preplanned meals didn't work for me either. I like yummy food. So for me what worked is one small change at a time so I was comfortable with it and I did it on MY terms finding things that worked and didn't work along the way. Walking helped tremendously. Low impact, maximum effect and it's free. My husband comes with me 3 days a week and the marriage benefits were nothing short of a small miracle. He quit drinking on his own. On his OWN! I make these strawberry things that I pretty much have with me at all times and I sip on them all day so that I have something in my stomach at all times. I clean out the frozen strawberry section of Walmart every time I go. I also to the drink section and buy the cherry seltzer with 0 calories. I blend both of them with a little ice and freeze them, set them out on the counter or if I'm in a hurry zap them in the microwave to soften them a bit....about a minute and they are like a frozen strawberry slushie/icee. They taste just like a sweetened strawberry....so good. Low carb, low sugar. I walk and then I just eat what I want when I get hungry. You got this! If I can do this, you can! You just have to have the will to make one change at a time otherwise it feels like a punishment and you'll quit. I think that is why most weightloss journey's fail. It HAS to be a long term lifestyle change.
Well done👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
Walking is so under appreciated! I was an overweight teen (almost 200 pounds) and all I did was decide to cut out or cut back on junk and sweets, and I walked everywhere with my friends. I ended up losing 50 pounds over a couple years and I kept it off. Now at almost 30 I count calories and have started some weight training, I’m down to 135. ☺️
Same here. I was at 170 to 190 most my life and even had gotten to 230 at one point. I just started cutting back on junk food. I didn’t even eat less, I just changed what I ate. I still eat the same amount I did when I was obese I just am eating salads instead of ice cream. I didn’t even walk much. I just walked a few miles a few times a week. And the weight has been falling off of me. I’m 30 pounds away from my goal. I am currently 150. Hoping to be 120 by the end of the year. I’m also deciding to start weight lifting and also wanna start roller skating to try and get the remaining weight gone.
Do you find counting calories burdensome?
@@meghoughton562 Not really anymore! It was an adjustment when I first started, now it’s more routine and a normal part of my day. It’s only annoying when I eat out and have to guess a bit on the calories. 😅
@@PhoenixBinx Yeah, that makes sense. My other concern is that I would become OVERLY fixated on food/calories, rather than going by how I'm feeling/if I'm making progress. But I definitely get the need, if even only from time to time, as a lesson in calorie awareness.
@@I-hate-youtube797hello there OP and you, can you please tell me how many calories you consumed and what your height is? And how long it took you to lose that? D
The best desicion I ever made was getting the ebook Woman’s weight loss secrets: the unspoken truth, it completly changed my life
Everyone keeps talking about this book, but I couldn’t find on Amazon.
Where did you purchase yours from?
Just google the name😃
I lost 40 pounds walking 1 hr a day. Now I love it! I catch up on my favorite shows, read a book, plan my schedule or finish work on my phone as I workout. I actually look forward to my morning walks now a days.
Wow... How long did it take to lose the 40 pounds?
Haha l watch movies and shows too as l watch. Thought l was the only one that does that
I thought this was me for a moment but we just have the same picture lol
Hi I’m on my weight loss journey… I wanted your help so you walked 1 hour a day Mon-sun ? Or Mon-Fri ?
Also did you just walk or other workouts ?
What was you diet like ? Can you please reply ❤god bless
I have a walking pad, plus I do the Leslie Sansone Walk at Home. I have about 30lbs to lose. It's difficult since I turned 60. Let's hope for the best! 🤞🤞🤞
If anyone needs further inspiration because they can’t get started, I refer you to that 340lb man in America who was too big to go to the gym so all he did was walk to the supermarket every day to buy food FOR THAT DAY. Every single day he’d set off and bought healthy foods to eat each day which he carried back home puffing, panting and sweating HARD - and the weight fell off him. He looks amazing now.
Whats the mans name?
@@hy.a.cinthhImpossible Pat
My starting weight is 350.
I was told that my hemoglobin came up prediabetic.
My goal weight for now is 150.
I'm doing this for my health.❤
Updates?
That's my goal weight too. I'm currently 250lbs, Been working out almost every day for a month and haven't lost any weight but the pain in my hips is gone and my face is a tiny bit thinner. So I'm pressing on even though my weight isn't moving yet.
Before I started running, I did walking and went from 176 to 136 pounds in about a year or so. Then I switched to running and now I’m at my dream weight of 110 pounds, which I hadn’t been since high school. People really underestimate walking though. It helped both of my parents lose weight too!!
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I wish it worked as well for me 😞💔 I have Hashimoto’s and my husband and I walk 5-12 miles 5 times a week and it doesn’t work but I keep walking because I feel better. I don’t eat much but I suppose it’s the carbs I do eat or sugar that makes all the difference.
How many miles did you walk
@@melissajohnsonhaight5036 You walk 12 miles in a day on a regular basis? That’s like three hours if you are walking briskly.
@@melissajohnsonhaight5036 Try walking each day or 3 - 4 days for 45 min - 1 hr. Brisk walks. You'll lose weight.
I lost over 80 pounds only by walking in under a year, now I make walking a priority not only for the sake of my weight but because I've grown to enjoy it very much. I've always been very insecure about my weight and thought my body was beyond help, so I used to think it was a myth when people would say walking really is the best exercise, until it changed my life.
Way to go! Keep up the great work! 😊
@@leonaheraty3760 aww thank you! :)
Great job!! How many days a week did you walk? And for how long?
@@kaylaborders9144 thank you! And I try to walk every day for at least an hour or two, sometimes I'll take 2 or 3 rest days a month
@@brih12 do you do the walk all at once or an hour or 2 total throughout the day?
"Exercise is only 20 percent of weight loss. You can't out exercise a bad diet"
1) Form, Insoles, Stretching
2) Start with 15 min walk every day and build up to 5 min more each week. Start slow.
3) "No such thing as bad weather just bad clothing"
4) Pump/swing arms builds momentum
5) Map out your walk
6) Up beat music
7) If in pain, then rest
8) Safety first; one headphone in one ear, well lit area
9) STretch after walking
Those are my notes, too Mi J !! Carla, I just found you and you are so inspiring! I'm tall too (5'9") and though I can carry my 200 lbs, I'm not comfortable in my skin. I used to LOVE exercising - I used to teach aerobics in the early 1980's - now it's a chore. I'm working on changing my mindset on why I WANT to walk, not why I SHOULD .. hope it helps me be consistent. If I could just incorporate the high seas into my walking every day - my favorite place to walk is on a cruise ship on the skywalk around the ship! Maybe its the air - the view of the water - it makes me happy! LOL
Not trie depends on your body type diet doesn't really increase metabolism
@@heard6319 metabolism is mostly changed by building or losing muscle.
May I add one more thing? Get a walking partner and keep each other accountable. My best friend and I started walking 10kilometres a day/ 6 days a week at the beginning of the covid lockdown. On the days I lacked motivation, I still showed up because I made a commitment and didn’t want to let her down. Sometimes the promise to be there was my only motivation. Three years later we now walk 7 days a week and I lift weights with my husband 6 days a week. Walking motivated me to keep going.
"You can't out run your fork" is my mantra.
I love to watch videos like these, not because I’m even trying to lose weight but because I enjoy hearing peoples stories. Super cool to hear the ways people change their lives
Awe thank you xx
Me to. Love it
🚶♀️ fantastic video! Truly motivating and informative! ❤
Truly helpful! I injured myself yesterday walking the half mile from public transportation. I’m resting today, but I will definitely put this into practice when I’m healed. By the way, I’m 69 years old and 2.5 kilometers is roughly 1.5 miles. 👩🦯
Yes. I love to hear people’s stories also. Commitment and just doing it is the major message in all these videos. Just start.
Carla, I discovered your video today and have listened to two of them and found them to be informative. I live in USA and my home area has beautiful walking paths, however they are secluded and thickly covered with trees as if you are walking through a tunnel. I love walking at 5 am, but it is still dark and I don't feel safe. I want to spread a word of Mindfulness and Caution. When I walk in the daylight, I am still mindfull of my surroundings. I walk alone and I DO NOT wear any headphones. I want to hear everything around me and behind me. I am not being paranoid. I live in a safe area, but bad things happen in safe places. Instead of listening to headphones when walking, I focus on my form, enjoy the beauty of nature, and I use the quite time to reflect on my goals, and problem solve. So for women, protect yourself by being mindful and enjoy your walk!
"I am not being paranoid"
I wish you were! Unfortunately you're being very realistic. I'm glad that you are careful and encourage others to be as well.
I went on a walk with my little kids today (casual walk, not like what Carla is talking about) and a car pulled right up to us. I was immediately wanting to put distance between us and the car. Turns out it was a realtor 😂 but you never know!
I carry pepper spray. I have had a couple of close calls.
If your lifestyles is compatible, and you have experience, get a German Shepherd ❤
Calm down
Excellent advice. I live in the country and walk on the side of a hilly road. No earplugs, and listening as well for cars coming in either direction. Lots of hidden corners, so I'm always prepared to jump off to the side. Not really conducive to meditation, but I get my exercise in!
My husband walks and our friends and relatives like to send me a picture when they see him. He’s like where’s Waldo lol
I’m having a bad day but that made me smile.
That's so cute lol
Also this past year I did not miss ONE single walk outside. Even in a 30 inch snowstorm. Even in a polar vortex. You are right. JUST DO IT. I have the clothes laid out and everything is where I need it. I wear an SPI belt that holds my phone and my lip balm and things like that. Everything is ready. I make the coffee, brush my teeth, change, throw on a hat and I'm gone.
Hi. How did you deal with ice on the roads or sidewalks? What footwear did you use?
@@fuzbcuz7613 YAK TRAX. Or Yak Tracks, however they spell it. They are not perfect, and a struggle to get on over your outsoles, but this past winter I wore my regular sneakers with Yak Trax. The year before I sometimes wore my Keen hiking shoes and boots.
Amazing!🎉
@@SusanSlattery thanks for the tip! And congratulations on being so dedicated; you're very inspiring.
@@fuzbcuz7613 Should I start my own You Tube Channel?
16:06 “the reason I’m doing this is because I believe in myself, and I like to show up for myself” - YES 🙌 Subscribed. I love your attitude
Omg same. Powerful lady.
I second that
I started walking 9 days ago every day, I’m walking roughly 3km a day for 45 mins in the morning and I feel great! I’m very over weight so this is the perfect exercise for me plus I don’t find it too challenging. Can’t beat fresh air in the middle of the countryside:) thanks for the video xx
Laura, you could try swimming! Swimming is very good for your lymphe system plus the connective tissue. Greetings from Germany, Kath xx
I gained SO much weight when I lived out in the country in the middle of nowhere. I used to walk my dogs until a bear walked out of the woods into the road we were walking down. Black bear, just crossed the road & never gave us a second look, but it got me too anxious to walk nonetheless. Swimming exercises ur entire body but where can u swim in the country if u don't have ur own pool, ya know?
@@M.O.W. I’m so happy walking. Swimming is okay but it’s the hassle of getting ready afterwards and planning it as I have to drive into town etc. Here I just open the door and I’m out walking in no time it’s great!! Jeez that sounds scary about the bear, thankfully in England the most I’ll come across is farm animals & horses 😂
This fall it will be 2 years since I started walking. Don't stop! I can't decide if I like the physical or mental effects better. I feel so much better and I know you will too. On the days you don't want to, just put on your shoes and get out there and do a little bit. If you sit a few out then it's easier to quit all together. If it's just around the block, so be it. You got this!
How can your knees handle it? I'm 45 pounds overweight so not that insane, but if i walk every single day, my knees will start killing me. Switching between biking and walking every other day is much better. Keep it up!
walking is the best exercise ever.
Day 2 of walking my way to make 150 days in this year count. Just putting it out here.
How’s it going? ❤❤❤
Can't agree with you more. I change my nutrition with keto and get up to 28k steps a day because of my new job. Most days around 10k. I'm down 127 lbs since may 2022. Many people don't recognize me. I was a golden gloves champion in the 80s. I used to think I needed to train like that to lose weight. I was 100% wrong. You are so right. Best wishes to all in your journey.
I just love carbs
@@deerheart87 Which is perfectly fine. It's not about the macro nutrients. Also it's more about the foods: As little processed as possible is a good thumb rule, I think!
I love carbs as well. ❤
What is your job that you're able to get 28k steps a day?
I work on the ramp at the airport
How many hours does it take you to reach 28k steps/day? Thank you.
When I lost 74lbs 7 yrs ago, I walked up to 10miles a day & loved it. Gained back 48lbs (yep, I know) mainly because I have severe arthritis in both feet & trochanteric pain syndrome in my right hip so walking hurts. However I keep trying & am up to 6 or 7 miles 5 days out of 7. I'm 64. Walking is the way to get fit & healthy & best of all it's free.
A lot of walking! Wow!
So impressed you didn't wait until you had gained it all back plus more, as many of us do. You've got this. Cheering for you.
Consider swimming if you can. I’ve had both hips replaced (so you know they were bad!) but before that I found that swimming relieved a lot of the pain as well as providing exercise
Try water walking. So low impact but same calorie burn
CUT THE sugar and carb the most you can eat more MEAT especially some liver I know I know but that a lot of iron EAT FAT yeah the fatty meat and BUTTER look it up on carnivore blogs help yourself analyse them and go for doctors who speak about it. Regular diet, you go to the bathroom every day but when you re on carnivore, maybe 2 X a week and it's like peebles like goats HAHAHAHA humans should all be carnivore OH! and cut ALL PROCESS foods (boxes, frozen and cans) go FRESH cut the veggies little by little, I still eat carrots that's all. You ll save a lot of $$$$$$ cause you don't need big groceries anymore. Dairies, eggs, meats and carrots (DO NOT TAKE ANY GREENS if you can) look up the video Plants are trying to kill you. Trust me after 2 months had a craving I ate Honey Cherrios than 2 hrs later went to bed. GOT UP URGENTLY to throw up, but it went by the poop OH MY GOD the cramps i got it all came out than OH MY what a relief went back to bed with no more cramps NEVER AGAIN will i put process food in my mouth. Fruits does the same cause your body goes thru a big change. You ll get cramps at the start, and trust me your intestine will empty themselves get ready for that.
I JUST started walking for weight loss, so these tips couldn't have come at a better time. THANK YOU! ❤️
My pleasure xx
me too!! Very happy to find this, so true that when the student is ready the teacher appears thanks to UA-cam & HalfofCarla for randomly presenting this video at exactly the right time for me!!
Same.
@@HalfofCarlaPlease guide me, I am 50 years old and at 140 pounds, want to be at 128 pounds. How much should I walk, and I understand diet is equally important! And also, did you do strength training? Hope to hear from you
I battled chronic health problems for a few years, and was so unhappy with life. I tried to follow one of Caroline Givan's programs but it was so hard, and I wasn't really dropping much weight. Then I heard in one of her videos that she walks one hour every day, so I decided to try it as well. Best thing ever. Besides the fact that my dog needed to get more exercise to stay out of trouble.
So I started shorter distance walking for a few weeks, then slowly increased the distance over a couple months. Now I go one hour regularly, over hills and on a dusty dirt road at 3 pm in a tropical country which means its usually very hot. I feel so much better. My hormones are balanced, my weight is down, my stress levels are way down, and my dogs are so much happier. I LOVE my walks now. I feel so much better about everything.
Dogs are just exercise equipment with fur!!
@@lisag1651Great comment❤❤❤
@@keithgriffiths9864 LOL THANKS!
I can't thank you enough, Carla! I used to have injuries and unbearable pain in my knees' joints every time I walked long distances, but your stretches saved the day. For the first time in my life, I walked 45 minutes straight without pain! God bless you ❤
That has made my day, thank you so much 🖤
Damn....i too lost around 10 lbs in a month just by walking.The best thing about walking as a form of exercise is that...I GENUINELY LOVE IT.!!
I do too!
And it’s free! ❤
@@melaniesheppard778 That's the beauty of it ! Once ten years I purchase a gym membership and never go I'm stuck again 😩 Money coming out of my account monthly
And what was your starting weight? Nice😊
@@sanjam11 74Kg.
Now I'm 63Kg. I lost even more weight after that comment.
I just bought a treadmill and waiting for it to be delivered. Me watching this definitely is a sign. 🤗
New subscriber here :) Im 23lbs down with about 100 to go (no set target) and have been really inspired by you to get into walking. I also hate walking - everything aches. Will start with 15mins as you advised and add 5mins per week. Thanks for the inspiration x
My aches can be caused by dehydration + not stretching.
Make sure you’re addressing both!
Maybe you could get a walking partner? Laughing reduces pain sooooo much from the endorphins and girlfriends = laughter ❤❤❤
I had aches like that when I first started walking. Then I cut out all sugar and drank 100 oz of water a day, and the aches disappeared in about 2 days. Foot pain is different, though. The right insoles can be a game changer. Also, when I started walking, I would walk straight out from my neighborhood and then turn around at whatever half way time I wanted. So I'd add a couple minutes every couple days. Now I walk a full hour, 30 minutes out, 30 minutes back.
I'm 68 I've been walking for 5 years, 40 minutes every morning. When I was younger I walked 3 times a day for 1 hour each time, love it! For the past 5 years now I rebound for 10 minutes on a cellerciser.
Teaching us how to walk properly at the end of the video was a GAME CHANGER for me. Walking with arms up increased my distance in 1 day 5:6km (1 Hr 30 mins) and the next day 7km in 1 hr 30mins and I even stopped at the store half way to buy some water. Thank you!!
I walk just like you do! (Except for thr arms, cuz I always take my dog along)
But I also wanted to let you know that God used you as a confirmation for me today, that the only exercise I NEED to do is walking! All others are an added bonus! Thank you, & I pray God blesses you! 🙌🏻🥳🥰
I tie my dog to my waist so arms are free to exercise. 😊
@@perlagaffney4776 I am not able to do that, so I alternate instead 😊
„You cannot exercise bad diet” - this sentence caught my eye, good one 👍🙂
Started 3,5 weeks ago with a healthier lifestyle. I'm walking every day. I eat the same things as usual but in moderation. Lost 8,8 pounds so far. I love walking. It's so good for my mind and body. And my dog couldn't be happier 😂 thanks u for the tips! Love your videos!
63 years old and starting my weight loss journey. I’ve lost 70 lbs and have 70 more to go. I’m really struggling with cardio (because I hate it). This video helps….
Try a rebounder/mini trampoline. It’s helped me tremendously. I’ve had 2 knee replacements and it’s easy on my joints.
This is very encouraging! After being diagnosed with a chronic illness, and multiple surgeries later, my weight has sky rocketed. Hope to include something simple, like walking into my routine. ❤
I am 62 and can't wait to implement these stretches. Your journey is an inspiration.
I've almost walked off 20 kgs. Yes walking is the only form of exercise I have done. Almost 2 hours every morning for the last few months.
I’ve started going to a local high school for a community water aerobics class M-F for an hour each morning. Definitely doing it as soon as you awaken is a great suggestion - it sure works for me! It’s more fun than exercising alone at home, and I may keep it up even when it’s warm enough to get in our pool (where my playlists are energetic and loud!). The social aspect really helps. I’ve lost 72 lbs with the old 1980’s Set Point Diet - nothing is left out, mostly daily moderate exercise portion control. Healthy and happy.
This video just popped into my feed and I'm so glad!! I couldn't help but notice how pretty you are and then thought how easy it is for us to see what society considers an attractive person and we immediately think well, SHE probably never had to suffer being overweight or daily pain, etc.! This was a great reminder for me to never judge.
As well as a great reminder that there are no excuses!!!
Great comment
She's pretty indeed! And i think its okay to just say that.
Something that definitely helped me is not letting failing to meet one goal affect the other.
For example, if I ended up eating something unhealthy, I would almost always give up on any exercise goal for the day or vice versa.
I have worked on not letting these be related to each other so even if i eat bad, i still walk for my health. If I fail to walk, I can keep up with my healthy diet.
I can really relate with that. I would be super hard on myself and say welp I've already screwed up today. Might as well eat whatever else I want to..and the next day you think to yourself now I'm off track I'll just eat poorly again till the weekend..before you know it your back in that rut.
Thank you for this bit of wisdom!! ❤
This is a GREAT tip!!! Thank you, it really made me think how many ways I do this.
That’s a great tip! Thank you.
Last year, at 26 years old I too found out that there is a correct form for walking. I wanted to get healthier so I planed on walking an hour a day and naturally I wanted to do it with correct form. I grew up with diagnosed flat feet but only found out while researching the correct walking form that you are actually supposed to walk on the outside of your foot and not use the whole damn thing. So I went for it with correct form. And after a week of that I found out that you can actually get tendinitis in your feet. After walking incorrectly for 26 years my feet just weren’t used to being used in the right way. I then told my mum about my findings and she just said: “You don’t have to feel stupid I am 51 years old and just found I’ve been making the same mistakes.”
🚶♀🚶♀🚶♀🚶♀ I loved every second of this. I started walking more consistently, and along with eating healthier I have lost almost 10 pounds. I won't ever underestimate the power of walking, or of eating well. :-)
That’s amazing! How long are you walking?
I am terrible about stretching and never do it when I go for walks. Thank you for touching on the importance of stretching! I will be taking the time each time to stretch when I go for my walks.
I can't say enough about using my urban poles. I have plantar fascitus and it helps take some weight off my feet. It uses 90% of the muscles in your body. IT causes you to walk with good posture. Every push is like doing a crunch. It developed my arm muscles, back muscles, chest and abs, as well as lower body. It burns 40% more calories. It pushes me to walk faster. Urban poles have changed my life.
I use a crutch 🩼 for balance due to a neurological disorder, would these poles help me? I used to live walking!
@@BramblewoodCraftsThere's a thread on here about crawling for neuro/inner ear issues as well as fitness, and it may help you, too!
@@BramblewoodCrafts poles would help
I used to walk 6 miles a day but now I'm bone on bone and on a walker. I wonder if the urban poles would be enough stability for me to walk without a walker.
I fully agree with you. I walk when I am praying in the morning on UA-cam live prayers That gives me 3k to 4k and then I leave for the office. When the cleaners are cleaning my office I walk. And I reach 5k. I keep leaving my desk walking longer routes to go to the bathroom or go n discuss in person work related issues instead of calling. When my organization announces walking challenges for staff I join and I make daily steps of 10k 15k 22k or more. Like her I never go below 10k 28:57 This is daily and I only rest once a week. But I still have 5k during that resting day because I can’t spend the whole day sitting. When I do house chores, I always make sure my walking is on my Pedometer++ Walking has kept me so fit. My weight is unbelievable. I am toned. I am balanced and I am grounded. I also do yoga. Keep walking guys. You have no idea how healing this walking 🚶♀️ is. It’s not only about the mind but those aches in your joints, your back, your knees, your ankles may be healed by simply walking. Thank you for sharing your walking experience. I am also witness to this simple and free exercise
This is the best thing I’ve read. I usually watch shows, movies and gospel as l walk. I am going to add prayer to that thanks to you. I might try yoga too but I’m not as flexible 😂😂 but will try
I love, "you cannot exercise a bad diet"!
I’ve got 50-ish pounds to lose and have been seeing more and more about walking for weight loss. I’m so excited i found your video because i never realized there was so much form involved. I feel SO encouraged now more than ever to go ahead and walk everyday!
Hi Carla, for me, THIS video is the one that’s changed my life! I just started this journey (kind of by accident) and now I can do it safely. Thank you!!
I just started daily walking three years ago at the age of sixty-four after the sudden death of my beloved brother. It really helped me to get through my grief. Even though I have osteoarthritis in my right knee, I walk about eight km everyday. I learned that walking backwards helps with knee pain so I try to do this as often as I can on a safe track.
P.S. Love your accent and the expression, “before the devil knows you're dead!” I had an Irish father.💚🍀💚🍀
I'm so sorry for your loss xx
@@HalfofCarla Thank you, dear. Love from Athens. 🧿💙
I’ve been doing those for less than a month and I’ve already lost over 13 lbs. It may not seem like a lot but it is to me. I used to get winded and exhausted after 25 minutes and now I walk 50 minutes like it’s nothing. Thank u so much for sharing ur journey!
That’s amazing 🤩
I don't have any weight to lose, but I watched this entire video and I just love your personality! Congratulations on all your hard work and success with your health journey!
I love that this video isn’t like DO YOU WANT TO KNOW THE ONE SECRET TO blah blah blah and PAY ME blah blah blah… walking is so relaxing/the best thank you for making this video 💖🫖
Thank you so much Amber cx
No problem ☺️
It REALLY WORKS! Minus 30 pounds last year. Now I lift weights and do simple abs….
Carla, I‘m feeling motivated! I just found this video. I‘m around 5‘5“ (165 cm) and 127 kg. It’s bad. I do walk my dog daily, but my dog has aged and is almost 13, so walks have become shorter and much slower, especially during summer. I‘m pretty much out of cardiovascular shape. I’m not a morning person, but since menopause has started, I‘m usually up around 4 a.m. I‘m 57 by the way. I could see the benefit of going early just to be alone. Right now just going to the grocery stores has me breaking out in sweat and my face turns bright red. I‘ve tried so many diets and I‘ve lost weight, but it never sticks. I‘m a stress and emotional eater and I adore cake. It’s hard. I‘ve been overweight since puberty, at 18 I was around 180 pounds. I‘m not looking to get skinny, I‘d just like to lose 30-40 kg and regain some fitness. I also have a stationary bike that’s been collecting dust for a few years. I find that beginning and sticking to it is hardest. Then there’s always „what if someone sees me“ thoughts. I also think I Walk completely wrong. Oh boy, this will be some challenge. I‘m not even sure I‘ll make it 15 min in one stretch, haha. Thank you for making this video!
You got this! If 15 min is too much, then start with 5 and work your way up when it feels right. Same with consistency, if 6-7 days a week is too much, start with 2 walks a week, keep that consistent and then work your way up to more days. Yoou got this!
I swear I could have written exactly these words. Even down to the bike! I’m starting healthy keto and intermittent fasting -see Dr. Berg on UA-cam. But I need to add exercise. I’ve been poisoned by Cipro and now have fibromyalgia. I’m wanting to be inspired. How is your journey going?
Do what you can, 15 minutes it's a good start....
If you really wanna see results you may have to change your diet a bit, and do intermittent fasting. I personally had to give up most of the carbs, I am eating mostly mediteranian diet, protein and vegetables, within 6 hours a day.
But its so worth it.
I'm so glad I read your response. I too love cake. I too have an exercise machine but it's still in the box (I know). Motivation is my problem plus I like extra portions. Best of luck to us in our journey!
I just gave up sugar. Protein at every meal, and a lot of vegetables is making it easy. You have to change the way you think about food and really let go of bad habits too.
I'm not very far into the video, but you talking about the mistakes you made in the beginning, specifically walking through your thoughts about the insoles ("I'm going to lose weight, so I don't need them... I thought i knew better than a professional") was like an echo of my own thoughts! Thank you for sharing so openly
Walking is AMAZING for all people of all ages. And it’s FREE!!! Love it! Nothing beats depression and lifts the spirits more than a good walk. ❤
I noticed that in your progression photos on the thumbnail of another video - your head and neck starts in a really bad forward position. And then by the time you’ve come down on weight, your neck and head are in the perfect aligned position! So good
Our temperature today was low 60’s so I went for a 30 minute walk today. I’m determined to get back to walking daily as it helps my state of mind and brings me joy to be outside looking at GODS creations. Thanks for these wonderful tips and information. I’m now looking at your other videos.
I recently spoke with my new family health provider about losing weight and getting healthier. She suggested that I take walks during my lunch break at work. I'm a working mom to a 2 and 4 year old and sometimes my lunch break is the only time i have to myself. She said to just get started but to work up to the point where I may need to bring an extra pair of clothes, you know, exercising. So it's been a few weeks and I'm actually enjoying it. I'm also taking walks at home with my kids and they LOVE it.
Started walking like this- this past week- your tips on how to walk are brilliant!!! That changes everything!! The chin/nose thing is harder than it looks!! And walking up little hills/inclines- you REALLY have to focus on that posture and gait!! But I am loving this so much! (And I generally hate exercise!!) So this is huge!!
Love your channel Carla.
The next silent killer is sitting down.
But people don't seem to realise something so simple
can make us so healthy...❤❤
I just found your video. I am 72 years old, 5’4” and now 175 lbs. which is the most I have ever weighed! I love to walk! However, I am waiting for a complete knee replacement. So walking for an hour is out at this time. That and the fact that we live in the Sierras of Northern California and we are now buried in about 7 ft. of snow. I am going to practice walking daily for 15 minutes each day, first thing when I get out of bed (5:30). I didn’t weigh this much when I was 9 months pregnant with our son and had gained 40 lbs.! Thank you for your inspiration!
I’m 5’ and 172 lbs. I started my 20,000 steps walk just today. I’m hoping to loose 30 pounds in 3 months.
@@sanjam11I switched to jogging 2 miles a day. Lost 3 pounds
Was scrolling intermittent fasting videos and saw your video. Not sure why it got my attention but I guess its because I know I need to walk A LOT MORE. Your story and tips on how to walk properly motivated me and today I did 10 minutes out and 10 back using the proper technique. I live in Central Florida so it is extremely hot but today happened to be perfect so all the forces came together to get me going and do it. And I loved it. Had fun, felt good about moving and it effected the rest of my day in a positive way. I will check back and let you know how I progress. Thanks Carla you probably added years to my life today if I can just be consistent.
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I love hearing about your journey and what has worked for you . I’m 62 and want to lose 15 pounds. I do walk every day in our back horse pasture but this has encouraged me to walk more times each day. Thanks very much from Texas 😊
I just watched your video (this one) for the first time yesterday and today I went walking for an hour! It only totaled to about 5500 steps since I work at home, (freelance graphic designer / illustrator) but I’m grateful for you for getting me to do that! I used to love walking, especially with a friend. I want to make it a routine and a culture of mine again ❤
It feels so good to walk. I especially like it when it's really cold. The sensation of being hot inside and cold on the outside is incredible. I can walk 18 miles a day every other day but I like 12 best. I was in my house for 10 years. Finally ... I got to get out. I just started by walking to my neighbor's house ... then to the end of the street ... then down the street ... then to a half a mile away ... then a mile ... then a mile and half then 3 miles then 6 miles and then 12 ... and then 18. I took me about a year. It was the best year. I felt so good. It feels sooooo good.
Uphill feels the best too, surprisingly. It just takes practice ... start out small and a little more every so often.
Good for you. I absolutely hate the treadmill. I would rather walk a trail where I get to do fun things like pull ups, stretching, etc. I’m older so mostly do weight bearing exercise.
@@kathleenphillips7145 Yes ... I would die of lack of stimulation on a treadmill. Outside is where the reward is.
Thank you for such an informative video. I'm short with heavy thighs, wide hips, and plantars fascitis. I have never been a fan of walking. However, I have 70 lbs to lose , so I will learn to love it. Thank you for the motivation! ❤
You can do it! 😊
Me too! We can do this!
This has been the most informative video l’ve watched Al day. Who knew walking for weight loss would be so technical. Thanks for sharing!
You inspired me, too! I used to be a fit runner for most of my life, but emotional tragedies and some practical difficulties led me to lose all my fitness and gain 20 kilos. But then I started walking, 2km, 3km, 5km, 7km. It improved my fitness so quickly! After 3 months I began running 1 km on the treadmill, then 2km, and today 3 km of running on the treadmill, and 3 km of walking outside in the park! As a longterm runner I had no idea that walking was so powerful for fitness and health!🙂❤. If ever again some problem strikes that makes it difficult to run, I will know I can maintain a good level of fitness through the wonderful exercise of walking!
This is one of the channels that gave me the courage to start my UA-cam channel 6 months ago about self development. Now I have 367 subs and > 100 hours of watch time. I know it’s not comparable with others but I’m still proud I started because I’ve been learning so many lessons that I couldn’t have learned without getting started in the 1st place.
Well done Nathan x
@@HalfofCarla Thanks so much!
I realized that the main reason for doing this is not about the success but the inspiration I've been providing some people with my stories while helping others do the same as I shared the lessons & experiences through making videos to have a sense of meaningful purpose. Therefore, I’m planning to quit nursing to pursue youtube full time as there are lots of issues in our traditional health systems as these don’t align with my values. It’s a huge learning curve but I love helping people through making videos.
Also, as part of my video creation progress, I’m switching to a better editing software and a camera so the learning curve is much higher and slows down the completion speed of my next videos so please hang on tight! I do appreciate your support! I am hoping that you can join me with this endless personal development journey! :)
I am so so so happy I found your channel! I have paid for so many programs and followed so many “professionals “. However I have gotten more motivated by your channel than any of them! Thank you for all of the tips!
Thank you soo much for taking the extra effort to make this video. I've been walking but now I pick up new tricks from you how to walk and stretching is a must which I don't. You're absolutely right walking helps us mentally, spiritually and physically. I walk, while praying and worshipping. In that one hour I do 3 things out of my daily routine, and they're the most important things to do before I start my day with a cup of Coffee. When we prioritize our life with what's important as soo as we wake up the rest of the day will go smoothly. Thank you so much for the tips I really appreciate it ❤️ ❤️ 🙏🙏
I broke both my ankles while I was hiking. I used to run anywhere from 7 to 30 miles per week. After getting surgery on my ankles and titanium plates to ensure the breaks healed, I couldn’t run anymore. I ended up getting depressed and putting on 120 pounds because running was my outlet, so one day I decided to walk. I knew it wasn’t as intense as running and I would get the runners high but it’s all a myth. Walking is just as great, you just need to walk for longer. Now I walk with some pain in my ankles but it’s low impact so I can do it instead of running. I started on Nov 22/22 and as of today I’m down 100 pounds and have been able to keep off the weight. I walk around 30 to 120 minutes a day. I also fast and cut out all sugar. Last month I actually got recognized by the mayor of the city where I live because people have noticed me walking everywhere everyday. I actually got an award from the mayors office for encouraging physical fitness. It’s amazing what life can bring you when you are depressed and start thinking positive. I was also a little slow in school so this is a big win for me. Some people jokingly call me Forrest Gump, I take as a compliment because he had a great life and did all that running but I walk. Get walking it will change your life!!!
Oh man I was that person! Hated walking, parked close to doors, etc. Then cancer happened and now walking daily since about 2 months. Love it now can't do without it. Haven't lost much weight yet but lot of inch loss and overall reduction of cancer and improvement in health
i just realized i've been walking wrong my whole life. i've been doing the same thing as you, pulling my leg forward instead of pushing off. omg!!! thank you so much
Thank you for the inspiration. I have never enjoyed going to the gym and have wanted to “just walk” for years but was told it would never be worth it. I’m so happy now that the science has caught up. I do live in Canada so I’m afraid I will at some point have to walk inside for a couple months but I understand that that is possible too! ♥️🇨🇦
It is possible, we have to find ways to build it into our schedule and what works for us. You can do step workouts on UA-cam as well if you don’t want to invest in a treadmill xx
If you are somewhat near a mall, great indoor alternative. Or even a Walmart lol. I've taken quite a few extra trips around the store.
@@julienelson7082 I've done this but at Costco!
56 yo and what you say, makes so much sense - on my own I’ve been trying to analyse my walk, knowing my flat feet and stiff ankles have caused a slow painful walk for years - what you’re saying is so common sense and obvious, but I’ve never done it - so here we go - hopefully this will finally help - thank you so muchxxxx
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🚶♀This video timing was serendipitous! I have been walking every single day since May (minus a few bad weather days etc) and the past few days my thighs have been so sore and my husband was just urging me to take a day off. Well, truth be told the only stretching I do before a walk is my putting my foot up on the curb to stretch my calf for a few seconds. 😆 This was such a helpful reminder that I need to take better care of my body by stretching and I never really thought about how to walk properly! Thanks so much for sharing, Carla! 🖤
I am 44 and was with 25kg overweight as I decided to lose weight and exercise more. first it was weight watchers with 4 or 5 times a week exercise, then I added Intermitted Fasting 16:8, now I am changing to Keto since 3 days and will walk everyday to get healthier and fitter. thank you for your video, walking is really good, I have to get started, although its too hot for me outside...maybe in the evening. I lost in one month almost 6kg and 20 more to go!God bless you!
All of the tips you are saying about safety is wonderful I have been doing the same thing, always always be aware of your surroundings & never have both buds in your ears. & yes, I too do a 7km walk, my husband knows my route & that I take about 55mins to do it.
Thanks for this video. My husband always walk every day. Running two businesses is stressful. I say I’m always running the roads 😂 But, yes try to always walk in early mornings. We are both pretty slim. So don’t walk for weight loss. Walking helps our anxiety, sleep, heart, etc.❤️
Game Changer! I pushed instead of pulled and did my arms the way you suggested and WHAT A WORK OUT!! You are an inspiration!
Your walking tips are helping me SO much! And you can believe I'm sharing the love and spreading the word to all who listen :) LOL I've been zooming around my house practicing pushing off from the back leg. My family just looks at me and I don't care! hahahaha Thanks for the links to more videos too. I'll be watching them tomorrow. Appreciate everything you share to help us 😍
I was 12st 6lb’s 6x months ago, I am now 10st 5lb, (I’m only 4”10 in height also) WALKING WORKS, I re-vamped my diet, I eat less crap now ,a lot less crap. I love walking. Invested in an Apple Watch too , knowing I’m getting those steps in keeps me motivated too . It’s the most sustainable method for weight loss for me personally, I’ve tried gyms but I love the outdoors & it’s FREE ❤
Walking works because it is low impact and doesn’t put a lot of stress on the body. I’ve put on weight over the past few years and the extra weight put a lot of pressure on my joints. Needless to say I couldn’t go walking because of the pain. I recently started Keto and a daily detox as well as doing Qi Gong in the morning and resistance training to get my mobility back. After a week I start walking tomorrow. Maybe only 15-20 min a day but I’m happy I can move with no pain now.
This is great news for me, because I'm trying to lose a ton of weight. I have no problem eating healthy foods, as I actually love fruits and veggies. Plus, the only exercise I enjoy is walking. I could walk all day long, so maybe there's hope for me! Thanks!
Walking 🚶♀️ the best exercise ! Initially it was tough waking up 5am but Iam loving it now ❤
Carla! You’re a gem! Thank you for demonstrating the power of connecting our feet to the Earth, and letting our eyes behold the beauty of nature. I have been walking almost daily in the past year as part of my pain management treatment and it has changed my world !
About a year ago I was 220 pounds. Today I am 149. All I did was to go keto with intermittent fasting (3-21) and I walked. 3-4 miles a day just outside my house. At first I had to stop several times in the walk and it took le over one hour. Now I can do it in about 40 minutes without stopping.
That's amazing 😂😂😂
I started at 223. I'm walking more. It's coming off slowly but it is better than gaining. I need to be more strict like you.
Inspiration for me to take this more seriously.....thanks❤❤❤
I'm so proud of you!! How encouraging you are to me!! I started walking June 1st, 2023. So only 5 days. I'm definitely using your video daily to stretch along with another senior one I do. I'm 57ys height 5'7 and 224.4 pounds. Thank you for going through the fire til the end. You're coming out the otherside has inspired me to do the same!! Brenda Showalter Guyton, Georgia USA.. God bless you!!! ❤
How's your progress going now in 2024?
If the weather is too bad, walk round and round inside a big store .What we really need is an hours music video for walking, but encouraging inserts and prompts throughout in your voice Carla. Starting with "Shoes, coat on and get out the door!" I am very good at stopping at the door with coat on and talking myself completely out of a walk! 🚶♀️
Hi, I'm Chika from Nigeria. I'm so glad I bumped into your channel. I'm encouraged to start again. Thank you.
Welcome Chika xx
I really, REALLY struggled to go walking early in a morning (even though I'm WIDE awake!) then came up with the idea of putting my mobile right across the other side of the bedroom at night so that when the alarm goes off at 6am I HAVE TO GET OUT OF BED in order to switch the alarm off and once I'm up it's much easier to get dressed and get out. It's really helped with consistency.
I can not walk without my orthotic in my shoes. absolutely. Thank you for the encouragement
Thank you, Carla, for your insights and tips for weight loss, and for sharing so much of yourself and your journey.
On July 1, I started intermittent fasting and keto, then worked up to an hour walk every morning without fail. The walk is the highlight of my day, and after stretching according to your video, I feel energetic and ready for the day. So far, I have lost 36 pounds, about 45 percent of my total goal. Not bad for a post-menopausal metabolism, further hampered by antidepressants.
Thank you for giving me the inspiration to keep going. I haven't felt this good in years.
That's amazing, well done!! x