Living The Lifestyle Friday 12/15/17
jasper60103
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@bwmalone
Hopefully you don't mind me posting today's discussion.
Today's topic:
What are some of your exercises or activities that you do?
How often do you do it?
What works for you?
Hopefully you don't mind me posting today's discussion.
Today's topic:
What are some of your exercises or activities that you do?
How often do you do it?
What works for you?
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The elliptical is what I do.
I usually ride 3-4 days per week.
I mix in some walking as weather permits.
Also do some push ups and crunches a few times a week.
Hmm. That reminds me, LOL.
edit: I find that regular exercise is not only for physical benefits, but I feel it burns away the stress of the day.1 -
@jasper60103 Not a problem! You beat me to it.
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I walk 6 days a week with the dogs sometimes 7 if the mood strikes. They would prefer it be 7 all the time, but weekends run on a different schedule. Typical is 2-2.5 miles/day.
I walk at lunch with coworkers 4-5 days/week, scheduling permitting... another 2 miles.
4 days per week I practice Taekwondo - anywhere from 30 to 90 minutes, depending on how sore I am and where I am in my training cycle.
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Monday through Friday finds me at my fitness center before I head to work. I do weight training 3 times a week and will do fast walking or stationary cycling after the weight training. The other 2 days I do run/walk intervals on the treadmill.
Saturday and Sunday finds me outside. Last weekend was run/walk outdoors with my friend on Saturday and then bike riding on Sunday, again outdoors.
This weekend plus Monday will be hiking in Wisconsin using my heavy bike as a shuttle to support these point-to-point hikes.
It is the rare day that I don't do formal activity. The activity helps me burn off the stress of work and helps better regulate my mood. DH drove me to the fitness center back when I had eye surgery and was grounded. He fully supports all my activities because it makes me easier to live with ;-)1 -
Sorry to say at this point I really am not exercising. I wouldn't say I'm sedentary b/c I don't work behind a desk. I'm usually out doing something walking etc;. I do sit alot but get and around quite a bit.
I recently on 9/30 fell due to my left foot giving way (we don't know why) creating a fall going down some stairs. Holding on to the rail with my right hand I tore all the tenders and muscles in my right shoulder without tearing the rotary cuff thank goodness.
Since the fall and all the x-rays I have severe arthritis in my shoulders, knees, ankles and who knows where else.
All health issues aside the Dr's and physical therapist have decided that I can go to the gym ride a stationary bike on low intensity and also the machine that when you stand you make a circular motion with you feet with very low intensity. So I'm excited about getting started with that program asap.
I have to decide to cut the time out to get this done.
SW 400.8
CW 321.3
Next GW 300.0
Final GW 185.0
79.5 lbs Total lost1 -
I joke I have exercise ADD since I'm constantly switching things up so I don't get bored.
Currently I do Crossfit 2x a week, dance class 1x a week, and I stream Beachbody Workouts 1-2x a week.
Dog walking also plays a big part in my physical activity. Not only does my own dog need daily walks of at least 45 minutes a day, but I also volunteer once a week to walk shelter dogs. And while I can skip the gym, I can't skip Chance's walk or I have 65lbs repeatedly pouncing on my stomach until I get my butt off the couch (I wish I was kidding!).2 -
I read this as TOL heads out the door to walk out 45# baby. I used to walk with them, but my back won't take it.
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I do aqua aerobics six days a week, and enjoy it. Easy on my joints and have made friends with many new people.
I started to swim laps a couple years ago. First 1/4 mile now I swim 1/2 mile which is sixteen lengths in a 25 meter pool. I was never a swimmer before this, now I find I really enjoy it. I do laps a few days s week, not every day.
My walking is primarily with Sadie, our six yo dog. I have a goal of 10K steps s day but have not been hitting it since cooler weather. (Poor excuse I know.)
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Pilates 2x per week. This has been my anchor for years. Off next week for holidays.
Pickleball 2-4 times per week.
Yoga. Went today. Plan on tomorrow.
Fishing. Vertigo has kept me off the boat for several weeks. Need to get back.3 -
What are some of your exercises or activities that you do?
How often do you do it?
What works for you?
No formal exercise program. Walk and hike for fun and sometimes work. Snowshoe when I can.1 -
Oh I also took two Tai Classes for something different
I signed up for Chair Yoga starting in January. Trying new things helps break the monotony of doing the same old thing.1 -
Great ideas, guys. Keep em coming. I have to admit a couple things I never heard of. Thank goodness for google.
Also, give yourself credit for domestic chores like, shopping, laundry and cleaning, etc. It all adds up!
The wife and I occasionally babysit a toddler. She keeps me busy. LOL.1
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