How I Lost Weight on a Cruise Ship 🛳️
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- čas přidán 18. 02. 2023
- I am living on nothing but cruise ships for a year. One thing I was worried about was gaining weight, so I came up with a plan to lose weight while cruising. I lost 9 pounds on a 21 day cruise on Princess Cruises' Sky Princess. Here is how I did it.
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When I am on a cruise I always take the stairs both up and down. I find it is better than a crowded elevator and I get some cardio. Congratulations on losing the nine pounds. Keep up the good work!
Yeah, that is a benefit on taking the stairs that I forgot to mention. No crowded elevators!
yes!!! we agree
Cannot do that with bad knees and a back injury.
After watching you van videos, I never thought I would enjoy your Thailand videos. I was wrong! After your Thailand videos, I told myself I want going to watch your cruise ship videos. I was wrong again! The common denominator is obviously you - your pleasant disposition, excellent narration and “casual “ (albeit well researched) style. If only the cruise industry knew how much free new “business development”they are getting from you! Keep up the good work.
You’re too kind!
One issue you “forgot” - I believe you limit your alcohol consumption, the opposite of what most of us like to do on a vacation!
Fair point
My wife & I did back-to-back cruises in Nov-Dec last year for a total of 45 days, and I only gained 1 pound. We took the stairs almost exclusively, and I walked a lot. Also, being 70, I find that I get full much quicker than when I was younger, so I don't eat as much at any meal. I think those things allowed me to spend that much time on cruises with almost no weight gain. So that kind of matches your tips, which I think are perfect - something almost anyone can do if they wish.
exactly
Choices - you made quality choices, including discipline (take the stairs, fasted walking, food selection). Bravo !
Thank you! 😃
I plan on putting on 5 pounds and work on it later like I did recently when we went to Hawaii had to have that Matsumoto shave ice you recommended lol I am going to enjoy those deserts I have no self control around that much food. Glad you lost the weight good job!!
It can be tough for sure.
Congratulations on losing 9 lbs! Good for you!
Thank you so much 😀
haha...yes!!!!!!
Congratulations! That's awesome! You look fantastic. I went on one cruise and got down to a size 6 and in one week gained 10 pounds! I couldn't resist the desserts. Thanks for the inspiration.
yeah...those things will get you
Just the fact that you have to walk further for food than you would at home helps. Great video and congrats.
So true!
Hey Kevin! You'll figure new ways to stay active any mode of travel, any place! Really useful. Wish you 5 k new subscribers soon 🎉
Thanks, Eric!
Some great tips. Exercise of any kind is key (love the silent disco). Also, as you point out - making good food choices. I avoid most carbs. If I’m eating a high carb or sugar item - it better be fantastic. I’m going to try to maintain my 16 hour fast window on our upcoming cruise. I know I won’t hit it every day (sometimes I like my breakfast foods). Thanks for the great videos!
i met a lot of folks that were doing the 16 hour fast window onboard. Seemed pretty effective.
We enjoy Princess ships and have sales on the Sky. They have early morning yoga classes for those who don’t like walking. What a fun adventure you are taking.
Thanks for sharing!, Lindy! It’s been lots of fun so far
I'm glad you started with the stair one. As long as you are physically able, that is something everyone can sneak in, and even build up, flight by flight. If someone is on a short vacation cruise it is much harder to pass up the yummy food! With living on the boat you can have a more "regular" style of eating. I had a co-worker that would lose weight before her cruise knowing she'd gain a few. Hopefully I can keep up my morning yoga / exercise routine on my cruise!
Lots of Yoga onboard! ☺️
Most tips tell you to pick your cabin that's most convenient to all amenities. I would imagine if you're watching your figure is to pick the cabinet most inconvenient to all amenities. Probably cheaper too. If the buffet is one end of the ship then pick a cabin way at the other end that'll take you half the day to just get to it. Food wise, steer clear of the dessert sections (except fruit salad)and ban bread & pasta from your cruise.
I do think food moderation is the key. You'd be surprised how much exercise you need to do to compensate from that one little tub of fries you couldn't resist. Likely a 5 km walk at the least! The fries aint worth it.
great points
I am cruising solo soon and it's my first cruise! Really looking forward to lots of track/promenade/stair walking. My job is so sedentary that I look forward to moving more when I'm on holiday. Great to see the more healthy options not always shown on vlogs. These are great tips - thank you
Me as well! A little nervous about going on a solo trip for the first time. Have fun and enjoy!
I really love the zen I get walking the track and promenade
I always lose weight on a cruise..eating healthy and walking! Love early morning walks
Same!!! Love the early morning walks. :)
Wish I’d seen this sooner. Good tips! On our Disney cruise last year, we ordered wings and choc chip cookies to our room every night “for the kids” 😩
Hey you were living your best life ☺️
Impressive! As a long time traveler I also use your techniques-walk...a lot. Find a gym to lift heavy weights. I can actually eat healthier on the road than my full time home in Orlando-especially when eating out. I am really enjoying your cruise series- great concept and value
Yeah I’m the same. I have found it easier to lose weight.
Congratulations on losing the pounds. Not continuing with a dessert is good advice, wish I knew this before my cruise last month.
Yeah, definitely a big part of it
Dude I love your videios.. I am so inspired by you, your relaxed demeanor and the stairs !! You rock..my hero..
I appreciate that.
Some great ideas! Thank you so much!
Thanks for watching!
Thanks for posting. Great keys to remember!!
You bet!
I love this video idea! I do the same things on cruises! I never take the elevators, eat healthily, and always walk! Port day self-walking/exploring tours are also fantastic, and I saw you did that in San Juan! I love your vlogs! I want to start vlogging about my travels and life. I just got to start, even if it sucks at first!
Kimann, would watch your videos as I love watching travel vlogs and seeing the different ways each person experiences the same place.
The key is getting started
Excellent Kevin…losing weight especially on a cruise ship is so hard. Glad you are successful but you always look great! Being healthy is good.
awe...you're too kind Lee Joyce :)
Good for you! Thanks for the great ideas.
Ty!
I am someone with some mobility issues who also used to gain 1 lb per day/cruise. I tried using the stairs whenever it was less than two decks and gave up breakfast. That was enough to break even after the cruise which for me was a victory. Your losing so much weight amazes me. I hope you enjoy yourself a little more on your future cruises, ie eat more or exercise less. You clearly don't need to lose 9 lbs on every cruise you are on.
Yeah for sure! I plan to keep the walking going on future cruises so I can eat a lot!!! 😀
❤
Great vlog I need to get on a cruise. Truly inspirational.
Thanks bro
Thank you for the tips very helpful about to go on a seven day cruise and now a have a great game plan. 😊
No problem! :)
Great video and congrats on the weight loss.
Stairs, water aerobics and not eating like a slob are how I try to keep my weight in check on cruises.
That's a great plan.
Good job, Kevin. Enjoying your cruise videos.
Thanks guys!
Way to Go! Watching with interest, for sure. Safe Travels
Awesome! Thank you!
Very good advice.
Same philosophy.
Safe travels. ❤
Thank you! You too!
Cool tips Kevin I really go all out on food myself 😀 but great information
Thanks for sharing
No problem 👍
Great videos, they are easy to listen to, enjoyable.
Many thanks!
Awesome. Congrats dude!
Thanks!
That is so amazing that you've lost some pounds and you're doing it right,too with steps!! Way to go ,Kevin! That motivates me to get going!!Take care!!🌅🤗
You can do it!
Great tips! Love the sunrises on board! I’m looking forward to having my other hip replaced so I can get back into hiking and snowshoeing! My downfall is always the creamer in my coffee!!
That's my weakness as well....I would have lost 20 pounds if not for those butter pecan lattes!
love your videos, your presentation and great voice
Thank you kindly!
Great video brother! Staying fit is really important and often overlooked. I know it's very easy to overeat on those cruise ships.
So true!
Getting so close to 100K subs! You should do a LIVE when you're really close so that we can celebrate with you!! Congratulations on shedding the 9 pounds!
Thanks Toni! I will try! 😃
Congrats on the pounds lost, a rare thing on a cruise! But you did the right things. Really enjoying your videos, always anticipating the next one!
Appreciate that, Doug.
Bravo Kevin. I always try to maintain the exercise routineI have at home, and also use stairs a lot. I too aim to make healthy choices at the buffet or dining room. So many wonderful tasty foods and I feel better when I take care of myself this way.
Exactly!
Congrats! 9lbs in 21 days is big-time. Walking is great. I couldn't do the stairs though. Not more than one flight. Swimming - yes! If I'm the only one there. I love salad. I could eat salad every day. On a cruise, however, I'd plop a big ole lobster tail on top of the salad. Or snow crab legs.
Lots of pools on Princess! and lots of lobster tails! :)
9IBS that’s great. Keep up the good exercise. Food does look superb. Enjoy. Jonathan 🇬🇧
Thank you! Will do!
Great tips- I’ve been on two solo cruises recently and made sure to walk as much as I can, and not use the lifts (UK term for elevator!) except when my knee was very painful one day!! Also if you keep your water intake up it helps with hunger. I actually move much more when I’m cruising than on a regular work week. Loving the cruise videos ❤
Great points. I try to drink lots of water
Wow ! As avid cruisers (Princess Elite) my wife and I commend you for posting this video. This is quality stuff my friend. We cruise at least 4 times a year, both long and short cruises . We'll be on the Sky Princess for the second time boarding on March 4th. Love your content ! Thanks
Thanks, Carlos. I love Sky! Have a great cruise.
Great achievement 9 lbs of weight loss on a cruise ship 🚢 with all that delicious food's continue to enjoy life on the beautiful seas port's and different countries Great video Kevin 📹
Thanks brother
Way to go Kevin!
Ty ☺️
Very cool brother 😮😊 congratulations 🎈🍾🎊🎉
Thanks
Thanks for the tips Kevin! Really liked what you said about indulging and not wasting calories at 07:25. We'll be putting these to use on our cruise.
Haha it’s been tough on this Italian ship I’m on! Pizza is my weakness!!!!
It works, it really does. You did great with 3 lbs a week!
🙏 Thanks!
I am booked in April for my 2nd ever cruise. Not gonna lie, I'm a bit apprehensive because I was SO FULL during our first cruise, I never enjoyed myself as much as I should have. I am definitely going to make sure I walk those stairs this time and eat smaller, healthier portions 😀. Thanks for the video. Love watching your content.
Thanks Dana! And have fun
I did a nine day cruise over Christmas and lost seven pounds by walking 5-6 miles a day and doing the stairs. No alcohol or sodas and as many deserts as I wanted with dinner. Breakfast and lunch were reasonable as I saved my debauchery for dinner.
Very cool
Weight is definitely lost in the kitchen, by not visiting it.
Learning that the hard way right now with the whole hotel life thing.
I sent you a new subscriber today. She's looking to take her first cruise and your references are going to be great for her.
Appreciate that!
Great ideas Kevin. I try to eat healthy at home and get my steps in on most days. I do cheat sometimes. Cruise ships sound so good to me.
Yeah, I actually found it easier to lose weight!
Great Video once again .... always great to get that exercise in for health and mental health! Just curious if you miss the Van Life?
Yeah I miss it
@@30AndAWakeUp You are always positive and happy in all of your adventures but I could tell you really loved the Van Life!
😊 great job!
Thanks! 😊
I’ve always done stairs on my cruises. Now I’m dealing with recovery from knee surgery and it’s going slowly, so it’s put a hold on my travel life.😢
Oh no! I hope you feel better soon
@@30AndAWakeUp Thank you! It’s been tough & I am missing cruising SO MUCH!
Such a great concept ! I am thinking about doing this(long cruise). I'm pretty active and am afraid I would be bored. I have no real love for cursing and very limited experience, but for some reason this idea really calls to me.
Try a couple 14 day ones..that’ll give you a good idea
I agree there are healthy options. I am on keto and just got off the cruise. It was tempting and I was good for 3 days and then I crashed and got sick. I would do it again but really stick to it.
I get that for sure....holding out for 3 days was good though! Lots of temptation onboard! :)
Nice video. I need to shed some cellulite around the waist. Maybe I should go on a cruise! Thanks for sharing Kevin.
You should!
Excellent!
Thank you! Cheers!
Congratulations on your weight loss. I took a cabin furthest from the restaurants and buffet to try to get more steps in. I also noticed there isn’t a deck 13 on the Diamond Princess. I was thinking I was doing more than I was actually doing. I only lost 1.5lbs but it was only a week Cruise for me. I think it’s important to remember you don’t have to get your monies worth in food. Over eating can be a heath death trap don’t fall for it!
Yeah, I just realized they don't have deck 13s on these cruise ships!
We have been doing carnivore diet - and we stayed "mostly" carnivore (probably keto overall) and we stayed the same weight or lost a couple after a month of cruising! Congratulations and keep up the great content!
Thanks Alison!
7:27 i was shocked that i lost 2 pounds on a Disney 7 day cruise. THIS TIP u gave is how it happened for me.
Yeah, I was surprised I lost so much. Taking those stairs helps a lot I think.
@@30AndAWakeUp yes!
Great idea to get in all those steps early in the day
Only way I’ll get them in 😂
I also lose weight on cruises for the same reasons you outline,taking the stairs though not always and while I do enjoy the desserts at lunch and dinner, their desserts on cruises are portioned smaller than you may possibly eat at home or restaurant, which is a good thing. While in port, we tend to doing more excursions that get us moving. What I notice the most is that we tend not to snack a lot between meals. So it helps with the calories in vs the calories out. 😊 Envious of you being on a cruise, our last cruise was in Norway, January 2022, went on a hike that finished my husband’s knee, knee surgery was in May 2022, still working on his recovery. I am glad to see the Covid testing has eased up. The testing everyday was like playing Russian Roulette, never knowing if you were going to test positive.😅
I hope your husband recovers soon! And I'll be going to Norway on a cruise ship in June. Super excited!
great idea my only cruise i went on I said just because food is there doesn’t mean i have to eat it
good point
518 - ships are like high rises and football fields combined. If you simple eat healthy and manage your “intake” and add focused walking you can “reward” yourself by being healthier when you leave you cruise. I might give you more motivation to cruise more often. Can’t wait to put your suggestions into practice on my cruise in April on Reflection.
Appreciate the comment Jonathan
Clean keto and intermittent fasting have been life changing for me. Off all meds, lost 30 lbs and no more joint pain nor bloated lol way to go Kev!!
Very cool. Congrats
Do most ships have access to yoga? I do yoga every morning. I love the fitness court. I love playing volleyball and racquetball too! Congratulations on 9ibs and taking care of yourself!
Yes there is yoga multiple times daily
It is very possible folks to cruise, indulge a little and come off that ship healthier than when u boarded...I pretty much did what he did, walked walked and took the stairs at times lol..I didn't waste calories on food that didn't put a smile on my palate, avoided alllll the bread they throw in your face and I left a seven day cruise 4 pounds lighter...I didn't walk with Intention, I just strolled the track alot , evenings mostly-medium pace . I'm not even sure how many steps I was getting..I had my own personal water container with filter, and drank lemon water. Mostly..I still enjoyed all the unique dishes -I just didn't go crazy and Graze.. I wasn't trying to loose weight I just went on board with the mindset "I'm not hear to just Eat it All"
Very cool. And I did he lemon water thing as well. I forgot to mention that.
Hey man I just discovered your channel recently, you have helped me to get over my solo cruise fears - so thx 👍. Hey if you everr want a fellow retiree to roll with let me know.. Those cruise Ladies- I've noticed cruise in Packs 😃 . Keep up the gr8 vids , safe travels and thx again for your motivation for all of us solos to just Get up and Do It.
👍🤩Awesome. Congratulations. 🎉
👍I agree with your method. 💝
Thank you! Cheers!
Yeah. People keep saying MSC food isnt that great. Im like BRILLIANT 😅 great tips, thank you 🙂
No problem :)
Well done! (I think I found 3 of the pounds you lost on my January Caribbean cruise). Some advice about the stairs from my son who does TONS of cruises: Use the stairs, but avoid the handrails. Unless you want to later make a trip to the infirmary and then spend the rest of the trip in your cabin in “COVID Jail”.
Reminder to bring Gloves.
Good to know!
My wife an I have a stairs only policy when we are on a ship or in a hotel as well. Helps ALOT!!
That is a great idea. I should do the same at hotels as well.
You burn more calories being in a pool than you would think. Your body's exothermic loss is much greater in water than in air as long as the pool is cooler than your body temp. So go and stand in the pool chest high and feel good your burning a bunch of calories.
That's good to know for sure! Thanks!
Nice thank you
No problem, D!
Thanks for these suggestions, it’s all too easy to put on weight eating and sitting. Will use this information as I plan to go on a cruise in the next couple of months 🙏👍😀PS how far is it around the deck?
No problem, Cherie
Great video. I plan to do the same on Regal Princess by taking the stairs and walking the decks in the a.m.
It will be my vacation, so I’m not going to be super restrictive. My weakness is good pizza so to compensate, on days I indulge with pizza and alcohol, I will choose only healthy options for my other meals. I absolutely do not want to gain weight that I’ve worked so hard to take off. As you said, at home you have to prepare all the food, on board there are all the healthy choices prepared for you.
I’m not a desert person, so I’m lucky, but will probably eat pizza every day 😂
I love the pizza too! What I did was I’d have a slice and then go walk 2000 steps!
The trick to eating pizza is to only eat the topping and throw the bread stuff away
Taking stairs is fine unless you have knee problems like me. I like to eliminate carbs. It’s mostly about diet.
great point
You hit all my points to stay healthy. We get a cabin down low because we spend time on decks and lido up higher, that means more stairs.
I look at how many laps of promenade deck (outside) it takes for a mile and walk 5 miles in the morning.
Breakfast and lunch are healthy and tasty with normal sized portions. Dinner is where we splurge, but there are many delicious healthy options for dinner as well. Some cruise lines offer a “spa” menu that can be delicious.
Because we cruise as a vacation not a lifestyle something we need to be careful of is alcohol calories. Lucky alcohol is so expensive on a cruise it keeps our consumption to minimal 😂.
That is a good plan - just splurge for dinner.
Joan, good to know about the spa options for meals.
Losing weight on a cruise is very impressive, not many people can say that. Congratulations.
Thanks :)
Elvi accepts the challenge on 2/19/23 8:19am to use stairs, swim again and pick healthy choices for meals. I have gain weight in the US, cannot think what it would be like on a cruise 😄
Yeah, there is lots of temptation!!!
u got this Elvi! We are all cheering u on!!!
I absolutely needed to watch this video. Not using the elevator is doable. Getting 5,000 steps in before breakfast is also doable. Avoiding high calorie and high carb foods is tougher, but it's possible between splurges. I would be happy to just maintain my weight on a cruise.
Yes sir
Bravo on all that stair climbing -- and the weight loss! FWIW, there is no deck 13 on Princess (or most other) ships. That should help mentally -- to know it's only going to be 9 decks, not 10. LOL.
Ahhh wow…I never noticed that! ☺️
Portion control and also a salad with my lunch. Then I get nutrition no matter what else I eat the rest of the day.
Great strategy.
Everyone I know who has gone on a cruise stuffed themselves. Your comments on the food were really interesting. In the gym - do they have classes, like yoga and so forth? And is it an extra charge for the trainer to provide a personal programme?
They do have classes! Lots of yoga going on. I dont think it's an extra charge but not sure.
The sauces and dressings used to flavor the food contain lots of calories, fat and sodium, all of which will cause weight gain. So a big piece of advice for everyone is to ask your server to have the chefs withhold all sauces and dressings and to put them "on the side". Then you can control exactly how much you want/need. Also, unless you are drinking only bottled water, most people experience a short-term weight gain of several pounds from the water on the ship which, although desalinated, still contains a lot of sodium. This particular weight gain usually disappears within a few days after the cruise -- once the fluid-retaining sodium gets flushed from your system.
That’s great advice!
Eating something "because it is there," is what I call the "Mt. Everest excuse."
Yes sir!
You are very clever to take advantage of all the activity and healthy food options that are available. It can be hard when you also have all the extravagant goodies to choose from. I didn't gain nearly as much as I feared on my last cruise, but I did take advantage of the stairs, promenade deck and walking excursions. I have a question about your cruise goal. Do you want to use the cruise lines to get all the way around the world this year? Repositioning cruses, etc.? Congratulations on your nine pounds lost!
Yeah, I’m doing 3 months in the Caribbean, then 3 months in Europe, 3 in Asia, 3 in the Middle East and 3 in South America
@@30AndAWakeUp I am particularly looking forward to your Asia cruises. I think I would like to do that too. All the best!
Kevin, Please tell us more about the ships your on, and give us a review.
Will do
yes!!! excited for the ship reviews... by the way...the quality of your footage n editing is 💫💫💫💫💫🏆
I always lose weight on a cruise. Usually I do two 14 day cruises back to back and I lose at about the same rate as you. And people don't believe me, either, when I say I cruise in part to lose weight. I don't agree with step #1, take the stairs. I'll do it if it is quicker than waiting for an elevator. Steps 2 and 3 are all that are necessary. I get up before dawn and get my steps in on the promenade deck as the sun rises. Not many people out at that time of day, usually you see the same folks each morning, and often we become friends (see them in the bar, etc.). Then I hit the gym briefly, then I shower and go to breakfast. And I try to do about 3 miles in the morning even in bad weather but this is flexible. As to step 3, I simply eliminate certain foods entirely. So, no bread, no butter, no desserts. Lunch is always a salad perhaps with croutons. And I do not restrict the bar. I drink more than you but a happy hour two for one special is enough for me. And usually I eat in the buffet where temptations are fewer because I am selecting every item I will eat and the meal takes perhaps 15 minutes instead of a full hour.
Enjoyed your video. I am afraid "take the steps" will dissuade some viewers from trying 2 and 3.
Yeah, that is very similar to what I do
Hello kevin. I am use to travel solo as well. I brought too much stuff everytime so your videos are helpful for me for sure. I espacilly like the amazon links you put on your video to find stuff. I am also a big fan of Princess. I am a french Canadian. You should take a cruise and discover Quebec City. Princess offer a cruise to my town. Lert me know if you plan to come I will be your guide with pleasure and share good tips to travel solo. You make a good job and thank you to share your videos.
Thanks, Mario! I definitely plan on doing one of those cruises along the Canadian coast and to Quebec City.
I too use only the stairs and not use the elevator, but I found using the MDR was one of the best ways of not gaining pounds. The MDR sharing the table with fellow cruisers was great way to socialize and limit your eating. How do you cover your medical cost, does your Tricare or Tricare for Life cover most of the cost?
That is a good point. Plus the portions are small. Yeah, my medical insurance covers my medical expenses. My credit card, chase sapphire reserve covers trip cancelation and evacuation insurance.
Congratulations!!!! You are a badass. 😊
You are!
@@30AndAWakeUp no, YOU are! 😂 ❤ I mean….this could go on for a while. Lol.
Having had knee surgery doing those stairs is painful, I just opt for lots of walking. I have to agree the choices of healthy eating are endless on cruise ships and that makes it easier to keep the calories down
For sure
There you are... stepping away in those sandals! LOL!
Yes ma’am
10 flights of stairs?!?! My legs would be dead!
Mine were