Weightloss Gurus.

Originally Posted by V8GLI

I have to disagree with the second part of that sentence. Muscles are what burns energy and the larger the muscle the more energy it uses to do any particular task. So the more muscle you have the more energy you burn even while resting. Just like Hyperkid's post mentions.

Think of it like a 6L V8 vs a 1.5L 4cyl. Sure the V8 has much more power than the 4cyl and uses much more fuel while working hard but even while idling it still uses more fuel than the 4cyl.

But it sounds like you have the right idea eb_5litre. Its all about not eating too many calories and getting them from the right sources. And just getting up and moving, no matter what activity it is.

That is spot on.

eb_5litre, keep up the good work and definately hit the weight if you can 3 days a week. It will be beneficial in the long term as you strengthen your joints and will as a result become more mobile. And not to mention stronger.