Beginers help?

Nuclear_Synthesis

So, I used to use a cross trainer a lot but havnt used it in half a year, and i now dont have one in my house. Running i find really difficult and i just tried skipping and OMG i must be so unfit. I can only really do 5 mins total with little breaks inbetween. I know i need to build up, but apart from walking which i do a fair bit of, what else would you suggest i try and do?

kernowprincess

Hi, for running try the C25K program, it starts you off at 30 seconds running, 90 seconds walking and builds you up over 9 to 12 weeks depending on which app you get (mine was £1.99 in itunes (by Bluefin). Really good way of building stamina up. Also for calorie burn try swimming, breast stroke is best for this. Let me know how you get on.

cownancy

Can you jump rope? Heard that is equivalent to jogging.

fieldfare

Maybe try some of the free online workouts at Thinqfitness.com? There's loads to choose from, and different levels from beginner to advanced. Lucy Case's workouts are great, she's motivating, friendly and offers lots of sensible advice, includes a warm-up, cool down and stretches. Her Fun workout and the Over 40s one are both good for me.

Nuclear_Synthesis

Can you jump rope? Heard that is equivalent to jogging.

Thats what i meant by skipping. Thats what its called in the UK, i find it really hard! It used to be so easy when i was 10 years old

Nuclear_Synthesis

Maybe try some of the free online workouts at Thinqfitness.com? There's loads to choose from, and different levels from beginner to advanced. Lucy Case's workouts are great, she's motivating, friendly and offers lots of sensible advice, includes a warm-up, cool down and stretches. Her Fun workout and the Over 40s one are both good for me.

Oh thanks, i'll have a look