A True Story of 4-Month Running for Weight Loss  

Many people have effectively and successfully lost their weight from 4-month running plans. And for those who like running at a park or a running track, you would notice that at the beginning of each year most parks and running tracks would be crowded with a lot of runners. By asking around some friends and some friendly runners to find out the reason, most of the answers given were pretty much the same in which many of the runners chose running for weight loss as one of their New Year’s resolutions.

 

Today, Namman Muay was glad to receive this great opportunity to interview one of the runners who has successfully lost his weight with running. His direct experience on how running has helped him lose weight would be a good inspiration to all runners to help them achieve their weight loss goals. 

 

“There are many types of running for weight loss. Not all of them is suitable for everyone Therefore, we should do some research on which type really fits us. Apart from proper running plans, diet control is one of the key components of successful.”

 

Gig, a fresh-faced runner whose inspiration for running comes from the brightness of every new day, has shared his story, motivation, and running techniques for weight loss with us here.

 

When did you start your running routine for weight loss seriously?

I started my very first run 4 years ago. Back then, I used to stay up late and sleep in every morning. My turning point, however, started when I joined the monkhood and had to get up very early every morning. By having to do so, I then realized that getting up early was actually enjoyable and beneficial as I could enjoy the fresh air, the warm sunshine, and the peaceful and beautiful ambience which made me fall in love with. And after leaving the monkhood, I then started practicing my running routine to keep enjoying the morning vibes and I have been an early bird since.

 

How many kilograms did you lose at the beginning?

I did not lose a lot of weight at the beginning, even though I had lost a little bit of weight during the monkhood. I remember weighing about 78 kilograms which was the worst point of my life as I was overweight with a big belly from the unhealthy lifestyle in the past. But after sticking with my running routine for a while, I then lost 6 – 7 kilograms.

 

As an overweight person trying to lose weight for the first time, there would always be challenges and obstacles along the way. Was there anything holding you back and making you feel like giving up and quit?

My problem may be different from others’ such as “Lack of running buddy” as none of my friends wanted to come for a run with me at the beginning (Hahaha!). Joking aside, the real problem for me was that I was unaware of myself making some running mistakes at the beginning. I was so committed to running for weight loss and so I ran a lot, maybe too much. What happened to me as a result was that I lost not only a lot of weight but also most of my muscle mass. Many of my friends even said that I looked too skinny and because of that I seemed to have bad posture.

 

How did you solve the problem to continue with your running routine for weight loss?
I did a lot of research about running afterward. I have now learned that heart rate monitoring is very important and we should maintain our heart rate at Zone 2 or 3 as it helps enhance your cardiovascular fitness and optimize fat utilization, which is key to weight loss, while still maintaining your muscle mass. Moreover, I have also turned to a low-carb diet while still eating 3 meals a day as usual.

 

What would you like to say to anyone who is attempting at running for weight loss?

There are many types of running for weight loss. Not all of them is suitable for everyone. Therefore, we should do some research on which type really fits us. Running is not only about speed, we should also focus on keeping our heart rates steady and monitoring our maximum limits. If the heart rate is not under control, it can increase the risk of heart attack. Apart from proper running plans, diet control is one of the key components of successful weight loss.