I've been biking since this second week of August. And between the biking and eating better, I've lost 17.8 lbs over a month. And honestly, I don't I could have done without biking and without being in Florida.
I have always hated to exercise. So boring. Walking was boring. Running painful. And walking or running on a treadmill even more boring. I've always found biking to be a lot more enjoyable. Covering a lot more ground. And if you want, you can take it easy. But you're still moving.
But back in Pittsburgh, my neighborhood wasn't conducive to biking. Very hilly. And the closest flat trails necessitated a decent drive. Plus, since I commuted, I had less time to do so.
But Florida has been a blessing. One, I'm working from home. So that's almost two hours I gain. Plus, my neighborhood, and the whole area for that matter, is very, very flat. Plus, there is a major bike trail just a few blocks away. And the best part of the trail, and area, is you can bike by very beautiful areas. The bike trail goes all the way along an inland waterway. And another part of my 17-mile daily route goes along some gorgeous gulf beaches.
I will have to mention my diet has worked as well. I've kinda been following the Virgin Diet, where you stop eating the top 7 intolerant foods (soy, egg, wheat/gluten, corn, sugar, dairy, peanuts) for three weeks, then try one at a time to see which ones you are intolerant of. I myself am just avoiding the above (only cheating once in a while with a pat of margerine). I really miss ice cream and stuff made out of flour. But it has really really helped. Not only with weight loss, but general well-being, both mental and physical.
By the way, you can check out my daily route below:
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