Behind Level 2: Keep on Walking
Building on Level 1
The second level of my gamified weight loss journey was simple, but powerful: keep walking.
Level 1 was about taking the very first step, choosing walking as my starting point when I weighed 189kg. In Level 2, the focus shifted to turning walking into a daily habit. This became the foundation for losing 90kg (200 lbs) over time.
Why Walking Works for Weight Loss
Walking might seem too easy compared to intense workouts or strict diets, but it has major advantages,
Accessible: You don’t need a gym membership or equipment.
Low impact: Easy on the joints.
Habit forming: Walking daily builds consistency and discipline.
Mental clarity: It reduces stress, boosts mood, and makes you feel accomplished.
For me, walking was the first activity that didn’t overwhelm me. It was sustainable, realistic, and something I could stick to even when motivation was low.
Turning Walking Into a Daily Habit
In the early weeks of my journey, I didn’t track calories, follow meal plans, or chase quick fixes. My only rule was: get my steps in every single day.
To make it easier, I used strategies like:
Setting a daily step goal I could realistically reach.
Listening to music, podcasts, or audiobooks to make walks enjoyable.
Walking the same route at the same time to build routine.
Treating each walk like a “quest” in my game, something I needed to complete to level up.
This shift from “exercise” to “habit” changed everything.
My Results From Level 2
By consistently walking every day, I began to notice real progress:
My stamina improved within weeks.
My cravings for constant sugar and fast food slowly decreased.
I started building confidence, not just in walking, but in my ability to stick to something.
Walking wasn’t about burning the most calories. It was about creating a habit that I could sustain, a habit that laid the groundwork for everything that came after.
Key Takeaway from Level 2
If you want to lose weight and you’re starting from zero, don’t underestimate the power of walking. It’s one of the simplest and most effective ways to:
Build consistency
Improve fitness
Support long-term weight loss
My advice: start walking daily. Don’t worry about diet, workouts, or numbers yet. Focus on one habit. Once you’ve mastered that, you’ll be ready for the next level.
FAQ
Q: Can walking alone help with weight loss?
A: Yes. Walking daily helped me lose weight and build the consistency I needed to sustain bigger changes. It’s a low-barrier way to begin a weight loss journey.
Q: How many steps should I take per day to lose weight?
A: There’s no magic number. In Level 2, my only rule was to walk every day. Whether it was 5,000 steps or 10,000, consistency mattered more than perfection.
Q: Why focus on habits instead of quick results?
A: Quick-fix diets and overtraining never worked for me. Building one sustainable habit, walking, gave me lasting results.
