Blind Woman Needs FUN cardio Workout!
MissStick
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I'm blind. Well, I'm legally blind. Meaning I have some sight but not enough to drive or walk alone without my white cane.
I need to find a cardio workout that is FUN and engaging. ALL ideas and suggestions welcome. I've been trying to figure this out for a long time. The only thing that I rather not do is depend on someone else. Like running tether with someone.
You don't have to be delicate or politically correct with me! And I've not lost my sense of adventure, just my sight.
I need to find a cardio workout that is FUN and engaging. ALL ideas and suggestions welcome. I've been trying to figure this out for a long time. The only thing that I rather not do is depend on someone else. Like running tether with someone.
You don't have to be delicate or politically correct with me! And I've not lost my sense of adventure, just my sight.
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There is a woman at the gym who swims even though she is blind. The floating lane separators help guide her. Also at many stores (i.e. walmart) there are cycling pedals that you just put on the floor and sit in a chair and pedal away.0
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With a kettle bell you can get your heart rate up quite a bit, and I think it's fun
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Maybe Hula Hooping?0
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If you can do an elliptical or a bike, I'd suggest that. You might actually really like a spinning class. All the cues are audible, and it can be as intense as you want, and there's usually fun music. You could also get into weight lifting, but I do think you'd need a trainer/partner, at least a first, to make sure your form is right.0
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Great suggestions.
√ I like the pool idea cause we have a pool at the Y down the street. I'm not much of a swimmer but I could take a deep water class.
√ I like the spinning idea the Y has classes for that too. I used to do it. I'll try it again.
√ I have a hoop. I don't know if I can get my heart rate up enough with it or for long enough to do anything. I'm inspired to try!
√ Kettle bells might be fun. I will try some at the Y. Probably have YouTube videos on what to do.0 -
I have two legally blind friends I can ask them what they do.0
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I would suggest an elliptical....when I am using it I put my music loud and close my eyes and go.......great workout!0
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If you want a at home great cardio workout out Jilian Michaels Burn Fat Boost Metabolism it is Fun to me because you are doing all sorts of different things. Not sure if this will work but you said you can see a bit not sure if that includes TV.0
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I have two legally blind friends I can ask them what they do.
Excellent. Thanks!0 -
If you can do an elliptical or a bike, I'd suggest that. You might actually really like a spinning class. All the cues are audible, and it can be as intense as you want, and there's usually fun music. You could also get into weight lifting, but I do think you'd need a trainer/partner, at least a first, to make sure your form is right.
I'm off to try a spin class.0 -
Believe it or not a jump rope is great. Everlast makes a version that has a leather rope,
ball bearing swivels, and wooden handles.
You can get your heart rate as high as you want to go. By changing the motion of the rope and the frequency
of your jumps, it can be interesting.
You can move up to a speed rope if you really want to be fast. Watch a YouTube video for some ideas.
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Tried spin twice now. Like it. Going to play with a jump rope tomorrow. Thanks for the ideas. I would still love to find a sport or something that's so fun I hardly care that I'm dripping sweat and can hardly talk.0
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Suggestions I got were
Jogging in Place
Jump Rope
Dancing (just put on some music and have a blast)
Wii Fit0 -
Miss,
I have RP so I'll likely be in the same boat too someday!
Ditch the cane, get a dog =D.
What could be more fun (and cardio-esque) then playing with your dog at the park?0 -
I can't even begin to tell you how excited I was to see your post! I know several legally blind, and several blind people, and they are all overweight and out of shape. I am happy to see that this handicap has not slowed you down, nor decreased your desire to take care of yourself. Accolades to you! I heard of a woman years ago, who was blind who rode a tandem bicycle, and I thought that was pretty cool. :flowerforyou:0
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Spin was my suggestion! Good music and a great burn!0
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Consider checking out a Body Combat class at your Y. It's a fast paced kickboxing class. I am not sure you would be able to see the instructor, but maybe you could closely follow what the people right next to you are doing. It's super fun! Body Pump might also be fun for you. Both of these classes are set to a music track, so once you got used to the routine you would probably be able to do it from memory. That said, they change up the music track a couple of times a year, but you would still have plenty of time to adapt!0
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turn up the music and dance away0
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jump rope or skip it0
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Believe it or not a jump rope is great. Everlast makes a version that has a leather rope,
ball bearing swivels, and wooden handles.
You can get your heart rate as high as you want to go. By changing the motion of the rope and the frequency
of your jumps, it can be interesting.
You can move up to a speed rope if you really want to be fast. Watch a YouTube video for some ideas.
did you really post a picture??? really???0 -
Love spin classes!
Could you try a kickboxing class or martial arts class? Most of those cues are verbal too and it's a great workout! 0 -
I am not LB but I am night vision challenged . During the winter I cant run outside it gets to dark in the evening .
I run on the treadmill listening to an audiobook it makes it not as boring .I would just make sure I hold the rails until you get your cadence up0 -
How about Spinning? My favorite form of cardio, join a gym that has classes the insructor can help you set up the bike and and show you how to change gears and what the different postions are..0
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Believe it or not a jump rope is great. Everlast makes a version that has a leather rope,
ball bearing swivels, and wooden handles.
You can get your heart rate as high as you want to go. By changing the motion of the rope and the frequency
of your jumps, it can be interesting.
You can move up to a speed rope if you really want to be fast. Watch a YouTube video for some ideas.
did you really post a picture??? really???
Hey I was unaware of what a jump rope looked like!0 -
I am glad you like spinning. It's such a fun workout!0
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My heart is with dance and I believe anyone can do it :flowerforyou:0
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You could try a spin class at your local gym. Our gym turns the lights off and there's only black lights. We just listen to the instructor and do what he/she says...no need to see them really. 0
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I second the hula hooping, you'd be surprised at the workout you can get if you get all srs bsns with your hoop. There are actually quite a few YouTube videos dedicated to hooping workouts, it's kind of a trendy thing haha0
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Didn't see all the spin class suggestions before me! Sorry about that. Glad you've tried it now and like it! 0
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How about horseback riding? When I volunteered at our local therapeutic riding center, there was a young blind girl that actually competed in horse shows. She had a headset on and her trainer had a mic and would tell her when to turn, change gaits, stop, etc. It's not intense cardio, but it will work muscles that you don't generally work otherwise lol, and you will be tired after a good ride 0
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