How to start

jonnucke

I don't know where to start. I was never a super fit person, but now I'm so lazy and bored that I don't know where to begin. I used to love sports but now i cant even attempt to play without getting winded or hurt. I just want to be happy with myself and motivated.

dawntupper

Inputting everything you eat on here helps me greatly. I feel bad to input something bad so I say no. Start doing that.

Lizzy622

Agreed. Just start logging your food in. Don't even worry about the calories the first week. Just get into the habit. As far as exercise start small. Short walks or climbing up and down stairs. Increase the time slowly to avoid injury. Small steps can really add up to great accomplishments.

mel35645

I agree with dawn and Lizzy logging your food is the first step then commit to just a few minutes of exercise even walking in place while watching tv is a good start. Try walking every time a commercial comes on when that gets too easy try walking until a commercial comes on. Just start slow and work your way up to it you can do this!!

jonnucke

thats a Great idea, once the kids are in bed i find it very difficult do do anything but watch tv, My goal is no more binge watching. Hard with Netflix.

TeaBea

jonnucke wrote: »

thats a Great idea, once the kids are in bed i find it very difficult do do anything but watch tv, My goal is no more binge watching. Hard with Netflix.

Another workout to do while watching TV.....

Deck of cards workout: Hearts = cardio, Diamonds = upper, Spades = lower, Clubs = abs.

Play: draw the 8 of hearts - do 8 jumping jacks, draw 10 of diamonds do 10 push ups .... etc. You can always modify by taking the big cards out of the deck at first. Then add those back in as things get easier.

Pathmonkey

Keep getting winded.... eventually (and not too long) you'll realize you're getting stronger. Just have to start and push yourself.