November 11, 2014
KnitOrMiss
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Crazy cold front here. Yesterday it was 80 degrees - t-shirt weather. Today it is 30, but feels like 15. (US temps...sorry UK folks - not exactly sure how to translate, but I can if I need to). Me, today I dressed in layers because I will get my walk on. I much prefer cold weather to heat. I can layer up and all that.
The heat, even dry heat, affects my ability to breathe properly and I can't push as hard that way. So, in cold, I'm all kinds of annoyingly excited. I'm looking forward to walking in the blustery cold. I'm layered, covered, and ready to kick today's butt...
So today's question - how does the weather and/or the seasons changing affect your workouts, your mood, and your determination?
Carly in blustery OK
The heat, even dry heat, affects my ability to breathe properly and I can't push as hard that way. So, in cold, I'm all kinds of annoyingly excited. I'm looking forward to walking in the blustery cold. I'm layered, covered, and ready to kick today's butt...
So today's question - how does the weather and/or the seasons changing affect your workouts, your mood, and your determination?
Carly in blustery OK
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I biked yesterday...in the snow...in layers...with gloves...and two pairs of socks. Unfortunately I don't think that is going to last too much longer. The much earlier sunset and wet slippery leaves with a coating of snow over it made for a very interesting ride. Seems like it might be getting to the point where I risk injuring myself because of the conditions and if that happens I will be in trouble as far as any exercise goes. Not sure it is a risk worth taking.
I hate cold. Since losing some weight I am always cold. I thought riding the last few weeks would be a hard thing to make myself do but I really don't mind it and find it kind of exciting. I have to pedal a bit faster to get my body temp up but the cold doesn't bother me. I am actually considering taking up cross country skiing for an outdoor winter activity.
I know my motivation is going to go down hill once I need to be using the treadmill and the elliptical for my major source of exercise. I suffer from SAD so it is going to be a challenge some days but I am hoping to update my play list and just push through.
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Do you have one of those daylight bulbs to use in your home to help with the SAD?0
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I got one last winter. Didn't help as much as I was hoping it would but I am thinking that this year it might not be as bad as long as I can continue the exercise which seems to make me feel better in general.
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Even though the lamp didn't help as much, while you keep exercising, make sure you are taking Vitamin D3 (5000 mg or whatever the measurement is - 5000 is the number you want), because that is what we get most deficient in when we lack sunlight. I'm sure there are other things, but that is the biggest one. And because of modern diets, most of us are already deficient or borderline deficient, even in summer, so in winter....yeah, we are screwed...0
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I hate the time change. Sun going down at 5pm makes it really hard to get out in time to work out. Thankfully I have good lights and it doesn't snow here (and with the drought not a lot of rain), so I am making it work at the moment. I use to think I preferred the cold but since I have started working out in the middle of the summer I got very use to doing physical exercise in the heat so i'm missing it at the moment. Plus my quick dry sweat wicking clothing doesn't work so well in the cold.0
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I am not yet incorporating exercise into my plan. First, I want to get my eating in check. Second, at my size I live in fear of injury. It seems in the past I would get all geared up for a lifestyle change (exercise and all) and then injure myself. (The embarrassment of getting injured from low impact activities such as walking has made me a little tentative on the matter.)0
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Angie, I am with you on the injury front. It seems like just about the time I start to get a habit good and going, I'm toast. Right now I've got a need band/brace on just to walk. It sucks, but it is part of the party. Pretty much, we have to discern what we can attempt without injury. My mother has recently started a goal of walking one block up and back daily. Even that is almost beyond her at that point, but she is still working at it!
Even though right now, with my frustrations and stress, I want to fat-girl-jog out the stress by pounding the pavement, I MUST restrict myself to walking. I want to keep walking. So for me, dialing back a notch or twelve is key to my long term success.
Don't live in fear though... Do something, even if it is stretches at home....
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I've been thinking that some eccentric weight training may be the best way for me to start out. Focusing first on my upper body and then (as I begin to trust that my knee issue is really better) extend that down to the lower body.
In general I am trying to be more active though. More house cleaning, etc.0 -
House cleaning is freaking hard work!!! LOL I've been focusing on body weight exercises. All away from the prying eyes of others... I started with some wall pushups...because my wrists totally cannot handle my full weight for a real one...
And arm exercises can be awesome. And there are leg exercises you can do without having to bear your weight. Look into modifications for pilates or yoga movements. I have some videos that have yoga done in a chair...seriously, it's out there. Don't be afraid to modify something to what you CAN do...starting anything for range of motion, without bearing weight, can eventually make UNIVERSES of difference!!!
I wish you BEST of luck... Remember, start slow...don't push...making things a habit is far more important than pushing in one session and never repeating!!! So if it is one of something or fifty, start a habit today!
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Do a search for "sit and be fit" on youtube. There are lots of videos out there and they focus on people who can't do the normal exercises due to other issues. Might be an easy way to gradually get into exercise.
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That is so cool!!!! I will have to look that up, because if they are seated exercises I might be able to work them in at work, even though there are some things I can do otherwise. Timing is my biggest issues. In five minute spurts or lulls at work, I can fit some things in... Thank you... 0
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Thanks!0
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I know it says it is based for seniors since they have the most issues with balance and whatnot but it is still moving and a gentle way to start. I did some of them when I broke my ankle last winter.
She does have a "workplace workout" too. You won't get buff doing these but it is a really easy way to start.
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I once saw an exercise program that I honestly don't know if it was a joke or not, but it really struck me. It was basically lowering yourself to the ground, rolling over and back, then standing upright again. Repeat 10 times. It seems so basic, but honestly, it was something I was struggling with. My embarassment kept me from ever doing this, but I do it in my head, if that counts. LOL.0
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I have a dvd I never use called Yoga for the Rest of Us. It has a lot of chair modifications, and half the "models" are silver haired ladies. LOL I tried once, and I can't do the chair stuff. Not because I can't, but because the movements were awkward for me...I did ok with the rest. Anyway, just thought it was amusing. And anything helps!! I can't get youtube at work or I'd look it up. If I'm here at lunch (might be), after I eat, I might looks one up on my phone! 0
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