I have over the past year tried to become more active because I realized that my
lack of activity was starting to affect my family. We have been making progress
but in the meantime I realized how our surrounding area isn't exactly pedestrian
friendly. I can see why it could be a deterrent as in some cases walking would
require walking on roadways instead of sidewalks. I hope the information in
this article gets passed around. Small changes could make a big difference.
excuses
Aug. 3, 2008 5:38 p.m.
I love how obese people now have all kinds of excuses like DNA and environment
to smokescreen the true causes of their obesity: laziness and poor eating
habits.
big boy
Aug. 3, 2008 5:02 p.m.
I weigh almost 400 lbs. and in truth it is because I never exercise and I
consume large quantities of sugary, fatty foods (usually while watching t.v.).
But I think I'll start using the lack of "walkability" in my neighborhood as an
excuse for my obesity.
Neighborhood can impact weight
Study links older, walkable areas to lower risk of obesity
I have over the past year tried to become more active because I realized that my lack of activity was starting to affect my family. We have been making progress but in the meantime I realized how our surrounding area isn't exactly pedestrian friendly. I can see why it could be a deterrent as in some cases walking would require walking on roadways instead of sidewalks. I hope the information in this article gets passed around. Small changes could make a big difference.
I love how obese people now have all kinds of excuses like DNA and environment to smokescreen the true causes of their obesity: laziness and poor eating habits.
I weigh almost 400 lbs. and in truth it is because I never exercise and I consume large quantities of sugary, fatty foods (usually while watching t.v.). But I think I'll start using the lack of "walkability" in my neighborhood as an excuse for my obesity.