Awesome August of Healthy Habits!
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@Learningmoments Sorry I didn’t see this earlier. These are just my opinions about the questions you asked. Everyone is different, and not everything works for everyone 😂 I use a Fitbit Inspire 3, but these are general remarks which apply to any make of fitness device.
Despite the fact that our devices etc look like very a sophisticated devices, they are in reality merely measuring tools. They works largely on detecting heart rate and skin temperature at its point of contact, in most cases the wrist, and the jolt which it feels when you are walking, running etc. You get credit for most steps you take but not activities like Yoga, Pilates, Tai Chi, nor for pushing trolleys, prams, wheelchairs, where your arms are not moving. It uses a database to match those movements etc to specific activities. Eg: My Fitbit regularly gives me credit for using an elliptical machine despite the fact that I never been on one.I am not sure how to fit yoga, Pilates, dance, and things that don't give numbers on my watch. What I do is to record my activities, and the calories burnt . You can google calories used for different activities, but I just use a standard 3 calories per minute for them all, as I’m not an athlete and I reckon it evens out over the week
Another thing is when I am trying to strengthen my knees (squats or other exercises), then it makes other activities harder (stairs). You shouldn’t push yourself too hard at first on things like squats and stairs, depending on your age and physical health. For example, when I stared on MFP at the age of 67, 12 years ago, I could do most exercises, but these days, with arthritis, and such, I have to lower my expectations, and do more gentle or different exercises. I google exercise for seniors, or use YouTube for my workouts, and do shorter sessions. We also have a home with stairs, so I know what you mean about that! 😂
Are stairs enough to strengthen my knees or should I be doing exercises? Yes. A range of movements for ankles knees and hips/thighs may help. Again YouTube has a wealth of short routines for specific parts of the body. Other platforms are also useful. I use fitnessblender, and darebee. I also subscribe to several YouTube channels so that I get regular new routines which stops me getting bored.
How do you deal with tough exercises/movements? I do modify the exercise to accommodate the limits of my body. Whatever level my body is capable of, and then gradually extend its capabilities by pushing just a little bit further each time. And I accept that I am not as young as many of the people demonstrating the exercises. (I’m 80 next April, 😂 )I hope this is useful to you.
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@Learningmoments PS: I tried to edit my post above but it’s being a bit tricksy today 😜
This is where BHH is very useful. You focus on improving one thing at a time. Say 5 squats a dat, then increase it by one squat at a time. And increase each set by one. Then you can do then increase sets of 5. And increase each set by 1 each day. Etc. It soon adds up over a month.
Also, you can do particular exercises on alternate days, maybe 3 or 4 times a week. Whatever works best for you real life schedule.
You’ve made great progress. And you’ll figure it out. Patience is the key.
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another tough day yesterday as far as motivation to get out for a walk after work. I think because it was almost 100 deg and I had a later meeting (5) so it was tempting to just say I'll skip. But I did get out and was glad of it. 18 days done and done. I am hoping this will be engrained enough again by the end of the month like it was for years that I can put it in the books as autonomous.
Great insights on things above. I think everyone seems to be starting to turn a GOOD corner this week.☀️💪☀️💪☀️👏👏👏👏👏
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Monday and Tuesday 18th and 19th
After I get out of bed i will Weigh and record my weight daily, goal is to loose half a kilo in August: yes daily weight slowly reducing again.
After I finish my morning workout i will prep a fibre snack for dinner to prevent diabetes, remember it's in ur genes. Helps with digestion too: yes monday and tuesday i had a fresh juice then went out for cake with my little one for a play at indoor play ground on Tuesday
After I write down my meetings on a postit I will write, a reminder to leave by 5pm & 1 thing to look forward to after work. yes left at a reasonable time Monday 4.50pm and Tuesday 5.15pm
After I write reminder to leave by 5pm I'll think about wat appointments I need to book in: yes monday Tuesday No.
After I hve booked in appointments I will block out time for a lunch time family walk: yes was raining so spend some time in break with my little one.
After I get home from work i will put the kettle on to make a tea while i Weigh /track food accurately in mfp: no
After I sit down to eat I will make sure food is logged 1st then drink tea with meal to slow down eating monday yes Tuesday No.
After I hve shower I will put Coconut oil on yes
After I hve a shower and once my son to go to sleep, i will check my habits list to make sure all done and log check into mfp/uac yes
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@Learningmoments , 16 miles is a fabulous bike ride! And yoga too! 👏👏 I always forget to log my yoga. I think it’s too early in the morning for remembering anything. 🤪
@hcoleman232 , clever to combine bathroom (and housekeeping schedule) with your walking loops. And hooray for a delicious veggie-laden meal that you prepped on the weekend. For a while, my daughters and I would prep Mason jar salads and those beauties always elicited comments, especially my pink salads. I love beets and would add then to jar of salad.
No new pain from the modified lifting Monday! yay! Well, except for the topical cream with capsaicin in it. That stuff burns like crazy, and is reactivated when you sweat. 🥵🤣
I Am a BODYBUILDER!
WEEK 1 - 🏋️ Three Lifting sessions done!
WEEK 2 - 🏋️Three Lifting sessions done!
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🥳💪🚴💪🚴💪🚴
💤💪🚶♀️💪🚴💪🚴
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My emojis:
💪 Big 5 Lifts 🧘Yoga 🚴,🚶♀️, or 💃 cardio
⏳Fast ✅ Under Calorie Goal 💯 100 grams protein
💤 Rest Day
August 17 - 💤🧘⏳💯✅
August 18 - 💪🧘🚴⏳💯✅
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Wow, thank you @TerriRichardson112 I really appreciate it.
@SummerSkier That is wonderful that you walked. It is so hard after a busy day and terrible heat. Great job!
@donna25trinity Looking good with your routine.
@77tes Thanks. I love biking. I logged my hula hoop drills today. I helped a lot just seeing it listed. I did 30 minutes of arm drills. Felt like a good workout.
Daily Tracker
Activities: 30 minute arm workout with hula hoop
Fun?: Yes, very much so.
Listen to your body?: yes
Embrace modifications?: yes, switch arms when I got tired
Did I love my active life?: Yes. I would have like to done some other things, but it was a busy day. I am finding I am looking forward to doing certain exercises again.
Theme for the day: Reconnecting with my hoop.
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I was awful yesterday (bingy) but I did my run and my walk so it's a win!!!! Today is a new day. ✅☀️✅
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@Learningmoments , hurrah for getting credit for arm hula hooping drills. I dare say it gets your heart rate up. Switching arms sounds like working to failure like they say in lifting- as long as you can maintain good form.
@SummerSkier , sorry it was a rough day food wise, but bravo for keeping up the activity. Maybe you needed more calories. (Just a thought. I sometimes find when I’ve been under calories for several days, I get extra hungry and end up eating a bunch of chips or other bad choices).
Long walk after my park meetup with my Curves friends. It wasn’t supposed to be a strength training day, but I had to carry in a load of yard edging and bricks from the car to the backyard. 26 minutes of heavy lifting. I’ll get help for the bag of sand.
I Am a BODYBUILDER!
WEEK 1 - 🏋️ Three Lifting sessions done!
WEEK 2 - 🏋️Three Lifting sessions done!
🥳🥳
🥳💪🚴💪🚴💪🚴
💤💪🚶♀️💪🚴💪🚴
💤💪🚶♀️
My emojis:
💪 Big 5 Lifts 🧘Yoga 🚴,🚶♀️, or 💃 cardio
⏳Fast ✅ Under Calorie Goal 💯 100 grams protein
💤 Rest Day
August 17 - 💤🧘⏳💯✅
August 18 - 💪🧘🚴⏳💯✅August 19 - 🧘🚶♀️⏳💯✅
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