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My name is James, I am 37 years old and weigh 219.

My doctor has told me I need to change my lifesyle, eating choices and excersise because my blood pressure is a little high. 6 weeks ago I decided to start eating healthier, 4 weeks ago I started walking, and 3 weeks ago I became more aggressive by treadmill walking and weight training.

I am in this for the long haul, so far have been loosing about 1 pound a week. When I started I weighed 235 and now am at 219, my goal is 190.

I have been reading these forums for about 2.5 weeks now and learned a lot-thanks to everyone for their posts, and to the pro's for their informative reply's. Without this website and it's great questions/answers, I would have felt alone in my journey.

James
 
Good to have you here!

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Thanks LV and Tony, it's good to be here.

I walk the treadmill 6 days a week, usually 3.5 mph at 5.5% incline (although it seems to increase daily) keeping my target heart rate at 119. It seems like a pretty good workout but sometimes I get the urge to work harder.

I also lift weights Mon, wed, and Friday concentrating on my abdominals, arms and chest. I know this is only a start and plan to include more muscles as I continue.

From what I have read, I need to eat more protein otherwise I could loose muscle. How many grams of protein do you guys recomend and can I get this from red meat or is that a no-no? I like chicken, Turkey and fish just fine, but cant stay away from the good stuff!

James
 
Kazooie68 said:
Thanks LV and Tony, it's good to be here.

I walk the treadmill 6 days a week, usually 3.5 mph at 5.5% incline (although it seems to increase daily) keeping my target heart rate at 119. It seems like a pretty good workout but sometimes I get the urge to work harder.

I also lift weights Mon, wed, and Friday concentrating on my abdominals, arms and chest. I know this is only a start and plan to include more muscles as I continue.

From what I have read, I need to eat more protein otherwise I could loose muscle. How many grams of protein do you guys recomend and can I get this from red meat or is that a no-no? I like chicken, Turkey and fish just fine, but cant stay away from the good stuff!

James
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Ya try adding in back and leg work (walking doesnt count for legs). Concentrate on larger muslces ex: chest, back, legs the stronger the muslce, the more calories burned. Try lean meat, hey who can resist a good steak right. Try for 1 g of protein per lean pound of bodyweight.
 
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