Do you exercise every day?
marym6066
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I am currently doing 30 day shred + 20 or more minutes on the stationary bike every day. Is it Ok to just do the video (30 day shred) once in a while? I feel guilty for not wanting to ride the bike but I just don't feel like it right now! Am I being lazy or is it ok to take a bit of a break?
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I exercise everyday but I do different exercises so I dont get bored.. Switch it up a bit...5
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I exercise daily, but have at least one active recovery day a week.
On my active recovery day, I won’t do any intense workout. I might do some Yoga to stretch everything out and/or a walk. This allows my muscles to recover from the intense workouts I did earlier in the week.
I have read that Jillian Michaels said that 30 day shred isn’t supposed to be done for 30 consecutive days without rest. She was asked during a pod cast several years ago. Most of her workout dvds are 5-6 days a week with at least 1 rest day a week.3 -
There is a calendar online for 30DS. It’s 2 days on followed by one rest.2
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I do, but I also pay attention to how my body is feeling and one day my workout might be some really mellow yoga and a walk.3
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When I've yeah, I'll be relaunching that tomorrow because my exercise duration and/or intensity isn't high enough, for recovery to be necessary! Therefore I mainly exercise, for health {to maintain, my agility} & to obtain at least an extra 100 calories daily {I bank those calories for a time when I'll be consuming something that I'd have to guesstimate, due to Nutrition Facts being unavailable}!0
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I try to but with a toddler and doctors appointments it gets hard. So I average about 5 times a week.0
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Maybe you've burned out. Did you struggle more than usual just to complete your workout? Do you feel chilly and cold or sickly? Do you feel like you need air? Nausea hours after the workout while at rest?
No matter how fit your muscle groups are, the most important one is your heart and if you're doing cardio that puts your heart under stress for prolonged periods, your body will fight back for self preservation, you probably reach the point of diminishing returns.
Take a week or two off and after you've recovered, you need to change or scale back the intensity of your workout or you will burn out again at your current fitness level.
If you're just lazy though, it's okay to take a break too.0 -
I would suggest just walking on the days you don't feel like doing any harder exercise. It gets the blood moving and you outside in nature.
As to your question, I do exercise every day but at different intensities. I have a dog who needs to be walked twice a day, at least, so I always get a minimum of 2-3 miles. I run (currently training for an April marathon) so I do that 5 days a week. On my non-running days I sometimes do stationary bike. On my shorter running days, I'll do 30-45 minutes of yoga and/or Pilates.1 -
I try to! But it's tough in the winter (US).0
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No, I tend to get burned out easily, so I usually end up exercising 4-5 times a week. Sometimes more, sometimes less.0
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Currently 3 times/week1
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I currently row 10k meters (usually in two 30 min sessions) daily and spend an hour lifting every other day or so.
Been doing this for about 4 months now. I try to make the rowing more interesting by breakingvit up into different intervals, 5x1k, 2x2k+1k, 5k, 2x2.5k or 10x500).
I also always do something a bit differently each time I lift. Only do 3 compound barbell or BW exercises each time and always work both upper and lower body doing DL, SQT, OHP, BP, pushups, dips and/or pullups.
The variation in routine helps keep things interesting although the exercises themselves are always the same.
It also helps that I have all the gear at home and can exercises at anytime 24/7 w/o having to schelp to the gym which would severely reduce the incentive to workout as much as I do.0 -
There's not really any rules.
Your exercise regimen should be consistent with your fitness goals as well as commensurate with your daily life and other obligations and should be flexible and sustainable.
Doing too much all of the time generally leads to burnout and thus inconsistency...it happens to me when I'm training for events and cycling becomes a rigid chore rather than an enjoyable recreational exercise activity.
For general fitness, when I'm not training for anything I typically cycle 3x per week for 10-12 miles...that's about 35-45 minutes for me depending. I lift 2x per week and my programming is structured to be very efficient so I'm typically done in about 40 minutes.
I used to train like I was going to ride a 1/2 century on any given day...I did fine with that for about 3 years and then burned out, so I've dialed it back to a more sustainable level and I'm putting a greater emphasis on moving more throughout my day to day rather than feeling obligated to ride 100s of miles per week.
So basically I workout 5 days per week...I do walk pretty much daily though as my dog needs it.5 -
My Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday 2+ hours in the gym, Sunday 6-7 Hard skiing and Monday is my rest day.
I'm recovering from a pretty serious accident and not being able to walk for 10 months, damn was it hard to get back into cardio and working out from sedentary without thinking 'is this too much too soon'. Stick with it, it get's easier and in that it becomes fun when you find the exercise you enjoy! Mindless cardio is boring man.
If it's effort or energy your lacking just remember: The only workout you regret is the one you didn't do! The feeling when you're finished is always worth it. You don't need to finish your tape all the way through; catch your breath, get your water and return. Those who say breaks aren't good clearly haven't tried HIIT. Take your time then you can return at full effort!1 -
Yes, I only work out from home and am a stay out home mom of 3, so right now in this frigid Montana winter, I can't change it up too much0
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Like @shadow2soul, I exercise almost every day, but I have 1-2 active recovery days a week when I'll take a walk, or do 20 minutes of easy cycling or rowing on the erg, to offset the days when I do more intensive activities.0
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I have been feeling pretty tired riding the bike, but I've attributed it to adding in this new exercise just a few days ago. I used to do 8-12 miles a day but dropped that in half with the 30 day shred added. I did end up riding for 20 min today because I felt so guilty2
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I lift 4 days a week, yoga stretch 2. I also formally walk 4 days a week for an hour, but while at work I make myself get up and walk my hall ways. I also refuse to sit too much at work. not sure if walking intentionally at work is exercise, but if it is, yes I do.0
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I have been feeling pretty tired riding the bike, but I've attributed it to adding in this new exercise just a few days ago. I used to do 8-12 miles a day but dropped that in half with the 30 day shred added. I did end up riding for 20 min today because I felt so guilty
Does it always have to be the exercise bike? Sounds like you don't enjoy it and based on my experience with stationary bike you're only looking at burning 120-170 calories max and probably on the lower scale if you're not enjoying it. Since you're a stay at home Mama there are plenty of fun fitness videos on youtube, do some research and look for one you think seems like fun and replace the 20 mins of boring bike with maybe a Zumba or a low impact cardio? Check out FitnessBlenders videos on youtube, they're a great starting point for building exercise endurance - also, you'll be working your whole body and not just your lower half.
You got this girl, you just need to find something that fits you
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No. 4-5x per week, sometimes less, sometimes more.0
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Before a recent injury I was doing something 6-7 days a week
Mon, Wed, Fri 1hr weights then 1hr boxing with a group
Tue/Thur gym cardio
Saturday trail run with a friend- goal 5k
Sunday there is a group that meets to hike once or twice a month that I would join and if they weren’t meeting I would just take my dog on a shorter hike. Sunday was also foam rolling and epsom bath day.
Now that I broke my knee I do 15-30 minutes of seated workout at home every day just to keep the habit of working out while I recover1 -
Before a recent injury I was doing something 6-7 days a week
Mon, Wed, Fri 1hr weights then 1hr boxing with a group
Tue/Thur gym cardio
Saturday trail run with a friend- goal 5k
Sunday there is a group that meets to hike once or twice a month that I would join and if they weren’t meeting I would just take my dog on a shorter hike. Sunday was also foam rolling and epsom bath day.
Now that I broke my knee I do 15-30 minutes of seated workout at home every day just to keep the habit of working out while I recover
Know them feels. Broken tib and fib, cartilage damage and a ruptured ACL; rehab was a *kitten*. Hope you have a speedy recovery and rehab isn't too hard!1 -
ponyosquid wrote: »Before a recent injury I was doing something 6-7 days a week
Mon, Wed, Fri 1hr weights then 1hr boxing with a group
Tue/Thur gym cardio
Saturday trail run with a friend- goal 5k
Sunday there is a group that meets to hike once or twice a month that I would join and if they weren’t meeting I would just take my dog on a shorter hike. Sunday was also foam rolling and epsom bath day.
Now that I broke my knee I do 15-30 minutes of seated workout at home every day just to keep the habit of working out while I recover
Know them feels. Broken tib and fib, cartilage damage and a ruptured ACL; rehab was a *kitten*. Hope you have a speedy recovery and rehab isn't too hard!
Thank you!! It’s a lateral tibia plateau fracture from a swinging car door. Thursday I’ll get my MRI to determine if there is any additional damage. If there isn’t I’m looking at about 6 weeks in my brace but can get off crutches. If there is additional damage it will all depend on how much. I’m trying to stay patient until I find out but it is tough going from so much activity to almost none.
I tore my meniscus same knee two years ago so I’m really hoping that there is no soft tissue damage with this new injury2 -
I get some exercise everyday.1
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ponyosquid wrote: »Before a recent injury I was doing something 6-7 days a week
Mon, Wed, Fri 1hr weights then 1hr boxing with a group
Tue/Thur gym cardio
Saturday trail run with a friend- goal 5k
Sunday there is a group that meets to hike once or twice a month that I would join and if they weren’t meeting I would just take my dog on a shorter hike. Sunday was also foam rolling and epsom bath day.
Now that I broke my knee I do 15-30 minutes of seated workout at home every day just to keep the habit of working out while I recover
Know them feels. Broken tib and fib, cartilage damage and a ruptured ACL; rehab was a *kitten*. Hope you have a speedy recovery and rehab isn't too hard!
Thank you!! It’s a lateral tibia plateau fracture from a swinging car door. Thursday I’ll get my MRI to determine if there is any additional damage. If there isn’t I’m looking at about 6 weeks in my brace but can get off crutches. If there is additional damage it will all depend on how much. I’m trying to stay patient until I find out but it is tough going from so much activity to almost none.
I tore my meniscus same knee two years ago so I’m really hoping that there is no soft tissue damage with this new injury
Aww man, my heart goes out to you. I spent 10 months feeling heartbroken. The first month I couldn't stop sobbing as I was supposed to be competing and in the best shape of my life all to come to halt. Pizza was my only comfort, so props to you for sticking to your fitness and not falling down a well of self-pity and despair like I did!1 -
I cycle to and from work and other places Mon - Fri. I work out in the gym 3 times per week. I walk once per weekend and sometimes in the week to create a larger deficit when losing fat...I do not exercise every day. But I am fairly active. Do not have a desk job.1
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ponyosquid wrote: »ponyosquid wrote: »Before a recent injury I was doing something 6-7 days a week
Mon, Wed, Fri 1hr weights then 1hr boxing with a group
Tue/Thur gym cardio
Saturday trail run with a friend- goal 5k
Sunday there is a group that meets to hike once or twice a month that I would join and if they weren’t meeting I would just take my dog on a shorter hike. Sunday was also foam rolling and epsom bath day.
Now that I broke my knee I do 15-30 minutes of seated workout at home every day just to keep the habit of working out while I recover
Know them feels. Broken tib and fib, cartilage damage and a ruptured ACL; rehab was a *kitten*. Hope you have a speedy recovery and rehab isn't too hard!
Thank you!! It’s a lateral tibia plateau fracture from a swinging car door. Thursday I’ll get my MRI to determine if there is any additional damage. If there isn’t I’m looking at about 6 weeks in my brace but can get off crutches. If there is additional damage it will all depend on how much. I’m trying to stay patient until I find out but it is tough going from so much activity to almost none.
I tore my meniscus same knee two years ago so I’m really hoping that there is no soft tissue damage with this new injury
Aww man, my heart goes out to you. I spent 10 months feeling heartbroken. The first month I couldn't stop sobbing as I was supposed to be competing and in the best shape of my life all to come to halt. Pizza was my only comfort, so props to you for sticking to your fitness and not falling down a well of self-pity and despair like I did!
I ruined my deficit the first week and started to go there. I was pretty devastated. Week 2 now and I recommitted and am back on track- to the best of current ability2 -
No I don't0
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ponyosquid wrote: »ponyosquid wrote: »Before a recent injury I was doing something 6-7 days a week
Mon, Wed, Fri 1hr weights then 1hr boxing with a group
Tue/Thur gym cardio
Saturday trail run with a friend- goal 5k
Sunday there is a group that meets to hike once or twice a month that I would join and if they weren’t meeting I would just take my dog on a shorter hike. Sunday was also foam rolling and epsom bath day.
Now that I broke my knee I do 15-30 minutes of seated workout at home every day just to keep the habit of working out while I recover
Know them feels. Broken tib and fib, cartilage damage and a ruptured ACL; rehab was a *kitten*. Hope you have a speedy recovery and rehab isn't too hard!
Thank you!! It’s a lateral tibia plateau fracture from a swinging car door. Thursday I’ll get my MRI to determine if there is any additional damage. If there isn’t I’m looking at about 6 weeks in my brace but can get off crutches. If there is additional damage it will all depend on how much. I’m trying to stay patient until I find out but it is tough going from so much activity to almost none.
I tore my meniscus same knee two years ago so I’m really hoping that there is no soft tissue damage with this new injury
Aww man, my heart goes out to you. I spent 10 months feeling heartbroken. The first month I couldn't stop sobbing as I was supposed to be competing and in the best shape of my life all to come to halt. Pizza was my only comfort, so props to you for sticking to your fitness and not falling down a well of self-pity and despair like I did!
I ruined my deficit the first week and started to go there. I was pretty devastated. Week 2 now and I recommitted and am back on track- to the best of current ability
Good going sweetie! Think it's fair to go off the rails a bit when something screws up your plans so drastically like an injury. Well done for getting back on track so quickly! You got this!
Oh yeah and good luck on your MRI results, I hope it's not a full rupture / tear or not requiring extensive reconstructive surgery. The leg brace ain't too bad but it was the muscle degradation I saw after the first 2 months that hit it home.. maybe if I was a bit more like you I could have fought against it and it wouldn't have been such an uphill battle to get my fitness back!1 -
I'm currently working out every day and have been for quite a while, I have a PT session every weekday morning for 30min and I run at least a mile every day. I also take classes 6 days a week:
Monday evening is barbell (like bodypump) and sometimes tabata
Tues morning Zumba
Tues evening insanity and boxercise
Wed evening legs bums tums and zumba (have a stretching session early in the morning) plus 5km recovery run in day
Thursday morning Bootcamp
Thursday evening circuits
Friday morning legs bums tums
Friday afternoon 10.5km run
Saturday morning bootcamp
Saturday afternoon/evening rest with maybe a walk to keep the legs from getting too stiff
Sunday morning every other week is my long run (17.5km this week) and the alternate week is 10.5km
Sunday evening rest if long run otherwise cross training.
Until recently I was lifting heavy 2-3x week but with marathon training in full swing that's taken a back burner.2
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