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What are some cardio workouts that don't really use legs?

nicolejo143
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I am recovering from an ankle injury and I'm supposed to rest it. I can't run, jump, walk a lot or bike without hurting it. Is there any cardio I can do without using my ankle?
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Swim with a pull buoy or hand cycle.0
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sit on a yoga ball and do tae bo like punches..yes you will have to do a lot but boxing is a great work out0
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Can you do air cycling? Lie on your back with your feet in the air and pretend to peddle a bike. Overhead arm press and arm circles both get your heart rate up and quickly.0
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I am recovering from an ankle injury and I'm supposed to rest it. I can't run, jump, walk a lot or bike without hurting it. Is there any cardio I can do without using my ankle?
Swim.
Although, honestly, not sure how you can bike without aggravating a bum ankle.0 -
Shadow boxing0
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hand cycle.
I do that, because my legs are useless (wheelchair). Love it.
I also swear by horseback riding, no stirrups and have people to help me with balance, and nudge the horse along as needed since I can't dig in heels.0 -
Swimming is probably your best bet. I had ankle surgery back in February, so I completely understand what you are going through. About six weeks post surgery I was allowed to swim (limited kicking at first) and seated/laying upper body and core exercises. I swam 3 days per week and worked upper body 2 days per week. It wasn't ideal, but enough to keep me somewhat sane for a period of time.0
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Rowing machine0
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Swimming is probably your best bet. I had ankle surgery back in February, so I completely understand what you are going through. About six weeks post surgery I was allowed to swim (limited kicking at first) and seated/laying upper body and core exercises. I swam 3 days per week and worked upper body 2 days per week. It wasn't ideal, but enough to keep me somewhat sane for a period of time.
I tried swimming for a while, but had to quit, because female troubles and publicly used water don't mix. Sorry, TMI. :sick:0
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