Weightlifting. Why don't you?
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Heartisalonelyhunter wrote: »TheGaudyMagpie wrote: »I find that what a lot of us think about when we think of cardio is boring. Getting on a machine and zoning out to the TV or phone for an increasingly longer period of time (as you get fitter) just is not interesting to me. I think the key to cardio not being boring for some of us is being invested in what we are doing. I don't ever think, "OK, I'm going to go do some cardio now and that will be really fun," but I fit hiking in wherever I can. I think I find resistance training generally enjoyable because I have to be invested in it when I do it -- thinking about my form and pushing through the next rep. I've also been a weakling my whole life, so I get a lot out of progressing to the next level and seeing that translated to my life.
That's the funny thing I think... I have two kids. I'm pretty much always with my kids, unless they're in school. Being able to zone out and mindlessly listen to my music and/or play Solitaire on the treadmill for an hour is bliss. Or go for a walk outside or something (I can't run anymore), but then I keep thinking that I'd burn more calories at the gym with an incline so unless it's really beautiful outside I haven't done that much lately. Love hiking but with my kids it's horribleHeartisalonelyhunter wrote: »I don't do it simply because I can't afford it. I can't afford to buy my own weights. I can't afford to pay for a gym membership on top of the gas to get there and back on a regular basis. Right now it's summer, so I'd also have to pay someone to watch my daughter.
If I was more interested in getting tone than getting rid of my flab, maybe I'd look for a solution, but I mix in a little strength training in my exercises already; I don't need a lot of it where I'm at right now. Also, aerobics and walking are much more fun for me! I love dancing - always have - so dance aerobics are the most entertaining way for me to exercise. If I feel like doing something less intense, I really enjoy reading a book as I walk. I'm definitely a bookworm and reading while I walk not only keeps me interested in it longer but helps me ignore any weariness or irritation from the heat so I can keep at it longer.
The TL;DR is that weight-lifting would be more expensive, more time-consuming, and less fun for me.Heartisalonelyhunter wrote: »Heartisalonelyhunter wrote: »TheGaudyMagpie wrote: »I find that what a lot of us think about when we think of cardio is boring. Getting on a machine and zoning out to the TV or phone for an increasingly longer period of time (as you get fitter) just is not interesting to me. I think the key to cardio not being boring for some of us is being invested in what we are doing. I don't ever think, "OK, I'm going to go do some cardio now and that will be really fun," but I fit hiking in wherever I can. I think I find resistance training generally enjoyable because I have to be invested in it when I do it -- thinking about my form and pushing through the next rep. I've also been a weakling my whole life, so I get a lot out of progressing to the next level and seeing that translated to my life.
That's the funny thing I think... I have two kids. I'm pretty much always with my kids, unless they're in school. Being able to zone out and mindlessly listen to my music and/or play Solitaire on the treadmill for an hour is bliss. Or go for a walk outside or something (I can't run anymore), but then I keep thinking that I'd burn more calories at the gym with an incline so unless it's really beautiful outside I haven't done that much lately. Love hiking but with my kids it's horrible
But that's 35 hours a week kid-free ( while they're at school). That's such a luxury! Most people work that (at least) then come home to be with their kids with no breaks all. I wouldn't call that 'always being with my kids' and would say you have plenty of time for hiking etc when your kids aren't around.
I don't go hiking alone. There's nowhere close enough that I could go and have a good hike and be back in time to pick them up unfortunately.
Went completely over your head, didn't it? I was pointing out that you have a huge amount of alone, kid-free time to do whatever you want with compared to most people. You're very lucky.
ETA I only like cardio if it has a personal challenge (to run faster or a longer distance each time, or to win a tennis match for example) I think that's why I still prefer weightlifting, because you go up in weight every time ( or you fail, de load and work your way back up again). There is always a goal
Ok and what's the relevance to this thread? I'm shaking my head.
I have no idea. You're the one who said you like cardio because you're 'always with your kids' and you like to get away from them. I was merely pointing out that having kids who are at school 7 hours a day whilst you do whatever you want at home means you are hardly short of time to work out (or hike or hang upside down from the ceiling) compared to the average person.
But hey, play the victim if you want. You're definitely not the only one shaking her head. Just wow.
Ok... when did I say that I am short on time to work out?
I'm just confused. Or maybe I need more coffee.
I give up. What you wrote made no sense. You said 'I like cardio because I am always with my kids except when they're at school'. It made no sense whatsoever as a reason and I pointed out that if you don't work and your kids are at school all day you are in a privileged and fortunate position. Rather than just owning up to that you started throwing out bs reasons why 6 hours isn't long enough to hike (and added that your children were annoying again for good measure) and then asking what your kids have to do with the OP's question when you were the one who brought them up.
But I agree that you having kids (especially school age kids who are gone most of the day) has nothing to do with whether you prefer cardio or weights so I'm not sure why you brought it up in the first place.
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Heartisalonelyhunter wrote: »TheGaudyMagpie wrote: »I find that what a lot of us think about when we think of cardio is boring. Getting on a machine and zoning out to the TV or phone for an increasingly longer period of time (as you get fitter) just is not interesting to me. I think the key to cardio not being boring for some of us is being invested in what we are doing. I don't ever think, "OK, I'm going to go do some cardio now and that will be really fun," but I fit hiking in wherever I can. I think I find resistance training generally enjoyable because I have to be invested in it when I do it -- thinking about my form and pushing through the next rep. I've also been a weakling my whole life, so I get a lot out of progressing to the next level and seeing that translated to my life.
That's the funny thing I think... I have two kids. I'm pretty much always with my kids, unless they're in school. Being able to zone out and mindlessly listen to my music and/or play Solitaire on the treadmill for an hour is bliss. Or go for a walk outside or something (I can't run anymore), but then I keep thinking that I'd burn more calories at the gym with an incline so unless it's really beautiful outside I haven't done that much lately. Love hiking but with my kids it's horribleHeartisalonelyhunter wrote: »I don't do it simply because I can't afford it. I can't afford to buy my own weights. I can't afford to pay for a gym membership on top of the gas to get there and back on a regular basis. Right now it's summer, so I'd also have to pay someone to watch my daughter.
If I was more interested in getting tone than getting rid of my flab, maybe I'd look for a solution, but I mix in a little strength training in my exercises already; I don't need a lot of it where I'm at right now. Also, aerobics and walking are much more fun for me! I love dancing - always have - so dance aerobics are the most entertaining way for me to exercise. If I feel like doing something less intense, I really enjoy reading a book as I walk. I'm definitely a bookworm and reading while I walk not only keeps me interested in it longer but helps me ignore any weariness or irritation from the heat so I can keep at it longer.
The TL;DR is that weight-lifting would be more expensive, more time-consuming, and less fun for me.Heartisalonelyhunter wrote: »Heartisalonelyhunter wrote: »TheGaudyMagpie wrote: »I find that what a lot of us think about when we think of cardio is boring. Getting on a machine and zoning out to the TV or phone for an increasingly longer period of time (as you get fitter) just is not interesting to me. I think the key to cardio not being boring for some of us is being invested in what we are doing. I don't ever think, "OK, I'm going to go do some cardio now and that will be really fun," but I fit hiking in wherever I can. I think I find resistance training generally enjoyable because I have to be invested in it when I do it -- thinking about my form and pushing through the next rep. I've also been a weakling my whole life, so I get a lot out of progressing to the next level and seeing that translated to my life.
That's the funny thing I think... I have two kids. I'm pretty much always with my kids, unless they're in school. Being able to zone out and mindlessly listen to my music and/or play Solitaire on the treadmill for an hour is bliss. Or go for a walk outside or something (I can't run anymore), but then I keep thinking that I'd burn more calories at the gym with an incline so unless it's really beautiful outside I haven't done that much lately. Love hiking but with my kids it's horrible
But that's 35 hours a week kid-free ( while they're at school). That's such a luxury! Most people work that (at least) then come home to be with their kids with no breaks all. I wouldn't call that 'always being with my kids' and would say you have plenty of time for hiking etc when your kids aren't around.
I don't go hiking alone. There's nowhere close enough that I could go and have a good hike and be back in time to pick them up unfortunately.
Went completely over your head, didn't it? I was pointing out that you have a huge amount of alone, kid-free time to do whatever you want with compared to most people. You're very lucky.
ETA I only like cardio if it has a personal challenge (to run faster or a longer distance each time, or to win a tennis match for example) I think that's why I still prefer weightlifting, because you go up in weight every time ( or you fail, de load and work your way back up again). There is always a goal
Ok and what's the relevance to this thread? I'm shaking my head.
I have no idea. You're the one who said you like cardio because you're 'always with your kids' and you like to get away from them. I was merely pointing out that having kids who are at school 7 hours a day whilst you do whatever you want at home means you are hardly short of time to work out (or hike or hang upside down from the ceiling) compared to the average person.
But hey, play the victim if you want. You're definitely not the only one shaking her head. Just wow.
Ok... when did I say that I am short on time to work out?
I'm just confused. Or maybe I need more coffee.
I give up. What you wrote made no sense. You said 'I like cardio because I am always with my kids except when they're at school'. It made no sense whatsoever as a reason and I pointed out that if you don't work and your kids are at school all day you are in a privileged and fortunate position. Rather than just owning up to that you started throwing out bs reasons why 6 hours isn't long enough to hike (and added that your children were annoying again for good measure) and then asking what your kids have to do with the OP's question when you were the one who brought them up.
But I agree that you having kids (especially school age kids who are gone most of the day) has nothing to do with whether you prefer cardio or weights so I'm not sure why you brought it up in the first place.
Ok apparently I need to explain myself. The post I quoted said that she has no interest in zoning out doing cardio. Nothing wrong with that. I said that I love cardio because I can zone out while doing it, especially as it *does* give me a break from my kids (obviously not when they are in school, but on week ends or right now during school break). I'm not too sure how you think that it makes no sense as a reason, as it's a perfectly valid reason for me (note - as I said later, I don't do as much treadmill cardio when it's not school break).
So I was just commenting on how it's funny how things are different for everyone.
Also my kids are in school 6 hours a day, not 7, and the closest places for hikes are 2 hours away without traffic, so I don't quite understand where you get that the time frame is a bs reason not to go hiking, plus really, what in the world gives you the right to judge if people's reasons are BS or not? And what if I just don't like hiking alone anyway?
Also, I never mentioned that I was short on time to exercise - I exercise plenty, thank you very much, and I don't need to go hiking to get some exercise.
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Heartisalonelyhunter wrote: »TheGaudyMagpie wrote: »I find that what a lot of us think about when we think of cardio is boring. Getting on a machine and zoning out to the TV or phone for an increasingly longer period of time (as you get fitter) just is not interesting to me. I think the key to cardio not being boring for some of us is being invested in what we are doing. I don't ever think, "OK, I'm going to go do some cardio now and that will be really fun," but I fit hiking in wherever I can. I think I find resistance training generally enjoyable because I have to be invested in it when I do it -- thinking about my form and pushing through the next rep. I've also been a weakling my whole life, so I get a lot out of progressing to the next level and seeing that translated to my life.
That's the funny thing I think... I have two kids. I'm pretty much always with my kids, unless they're in school. Being able to zone out and mindlessly listen to my music and/or play Solitaire on the treadmill for an hour is bliss. Or go for a walk outside or something (I can't run anymore), but then I keep thinking that I'd burn more calories at the gym with an incline so unless it's really beautiful outside I haven't done that much lately. Love hiking but with my kids it's horribleHeartisalonelyhunter wrote: »I don't do it simply because I can't afford it. I can't afford to buy my own weights. I can't afford to pay for a gym membership on top of the gas to get there and back on a regular basis. Right now it's summer, so I'd also have to pay someone to watch my daughter.
If I was more interested in getting tone than getting rid of my flab, maybe I'd look for a solution, but I mix in a little strength training in my exercises already; I don't need a lot of it where I'm at right now. Also, aerobics and walking are much more fun for me! I love dancing - always have - so dance aerobics are the most entertaining way for me to exercise. If I feel like doing something less intense, I really enjoy reading a book as I walk. I'm definitely a bookworm and reading while I walk not only keeps me interested in it longer but helps me ignore any weariness or irritation from the heat so I can keep at it longer.
The TL;DR is that weight-lifting would be more expensive, more time-consuming, and less fun for me.Heartisalonelyhunter wrote: »Heartisalonelyhunter wrote: »TheGaudyMagpie wrote: »I find that what a lot of us think about when we think of cardio is boring. Getting on a machine and zoning out to the TV or phone for an increasingly longer period of time (as you get fitter) just is not interesting to me. I think the key to cardio not being boring for some of us is being invested in what we are doing. I don't ever think, "OK, I'm going to go do some cardio now and that will be really fun," but I fit hiking in wherever I can. I think I find resistance training generally enjoyable because I have to be invested in it when I do it -- thinking about my form and pushing through the next rep. I've also been a weakling my whole life, so I get a lot out of progressing to the next level and seeing that translated to my life.
That's the funny thing I think... I have two kids. I'm pretty much always with my kids, unless they're in school. Being able to zone out and mindlessly listen to my music and/or play Solitaire on the treadmill for an hour is bliss. Or go for a walk outside or something (I can't run anymore), but then I keep thinking that I'd burn more calories at the gym with an incline so unless it's really beautiful outside I haven't done that much lately. Love hiking but with my kids it's horrible
But that's 35 hours a week kid-free ( while they're at school). That's such a luxury! Most people work that (at least) then come home to be with their kids with no breaks all. I wouldn't call that 'always being with my kids' and would say you have plenty of time for hiking etc when your kids aren't around.
I don't go hiking alone. There's nowhere close enough that I could go and have a good hike and be back in time to pick them up unfortunately.
Went completely over your head, didn't it? I was pointing out that you have a huge amount of alone, kid-free time to do whatever you want with compared to most people. You're very lucky.
ETA I only like cardio if it has a personal challenge (to run faster or a longer distance each time, or to win a tennis match for example) I think that's why I still prefer weightlifting, because you go up in weight every time ( or you fail, de load and work your way back up again). There is always a goal
Ok and what's the relevance to this thread? I'm shaking my head.
I have no idea. You're the one who said you like cardio because you're 'always with your kids' and you like to get away from them. I was merely pointing out that having kids who are at school 7 hours a day whilst you do whatever you want at home means you are hardly short of time to work out (or hike or hang upside down from the ceiling) compared to the average person.
But hey, play the victim if you want. You're definitely not the only one shaking her head. Just wow.
Ok... when did I say that I am short on time to work out?
I'm just confused. Or maybe I need more coffee.
I give up. What you wrote made no sense. You said 'I like cardio because I am always with my kids except when they're at school'. It made no sense whatsoever as a reason and I pointed out that if you don't work and your kids are at school all day you are in a privileged and fortunate position. Rather than just owning up to that you started throwing out bs reasons why 6 hours isn't long enough to hike (and added that your children were annoying again for good measure) and then asking what your kids have to do with the OP's question when you were the one who brought them up.
But I agree that you having kids (especially school age kids who are gone most of the day) has nothing to do with whether you prefer cardio or weights so I'm not sure why you brought it up in the first place.
Ok apparently I need to explain myself. The post I quoted said that she has no interest in zoning out doing cardio. Nothing wrong with that. I said that I love cardio because I can zone out while doing it, especially as it *does* give me a break from my kids (obviously not when they are in school, but on week ends or right now during school break). I'm not too sure how you think that it makes no sense as a reason, as it's a perfectly valid reason for me (note - as I said later, I don't do as much treadmill cardio when it's not school break).
So I was just commenting on how it's funny how things are different for everyone.
Also my kids are in school 6 hours a day, not 7, and the closest places for hikes are 2 hours away without traffic, so I don't quite understand where you get that the time frame is a bs reason not to go hiking, plus really, what in the world gives you the right to judge if people's reasons are BS or not? And what if I just don't like hiking alone anyway?
Also, I never mentioned that I was short on time to exercise - I exercise plenty, thank you very much, and I don't need to go hiking to get some exercise.
You're just rude.
Right back at you. I was merely trying to point out to you that you have much more of a 'break from your kids' than the majority of people who are on here. Maybe you should enjoy that rather than complaining about your children on online forums. You seem like a delightful person to be around.0 -
I'm the one that said that I don't enjoy zoning out doing cardio. Having had a young child once upon a time (she's 12 now and too cool to hang out with me), I actually understand and empathize with the desire to just zone out for an hour and I appreciate the motivation that leads one to exercise at the same time. I don't need that quiet time now, but I would have cherished it then. I had no trouble understanding the point that someone might find it relaxing and important to her mental well-being based on her circumstances, even if that's not where I am right now. I did not take it all to mean that she does not have time to exercise.
She was merely replying to my explanation of why I don't care for cardio for cardio's sake with an explanation of why her circumstances lead her to appreciate it.
It wasn't a difficult or controversial point, so I'm not sure why it is generating argument.0 -
No one should do something they hate. That said, SOME kind of resistance training is important to help prevent osteoporosis and strengthen muscles so you don't crap out your joints w endless cardio (which btw did I say I love). It helps reduce injuries.
Also, I once read something about weight training specifically preventing telomeres from shortening, idk it wS linked w preventing signs of aging and lengthening lifespan
're weights costing a lot. What I did when I used to lift was buy 2 plates at a time, as I progressed. They sell them at Wal-Mart and other places for $1-2 / lb. I think I had 4x5 lbs, 4x10 lbs, 2x20 (or 25, whichever it is). I had 2 dumbbell bars at first, but if I just had one standard barbell to start with, it would have been cheaper in the beginning. But I was afraid of the barbell, wanted to work up to it
$200 is a lot at once but not too bad if you build up to it.
I loaned them to a friend while I'm rehabbing (from cardio injuries), not sure I'll see them again lol
But I think even if you just use 20lb dumbbells, it's better for your bones than doing nothing.
Or even resistance bands.0 -
I strength train through gardening. Pulling weeds, digging, hoeing, planting etc. all work my muscles. There is a lot of squatting in gardening. I am getting ready to start a complete renovation of my yard and turn it into an urban farm. But I have decided that instead of using a tiller I am going to manually dig the beds and create the trails through the garden. It's about a 1/2 acre of property to renovate and when I'm done my yard will no longer have a lawn, just beds and beds of plants, veggies, fruits, flowers, and herbs. This plan will take me about a year to a year and a half. The first thing that I'm doing is digging a pond which will be the centerpiece of the garden.0
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Heartisalonelyhunter wrote: »Heartisalonelyhunter wrote: »TheGaudyMagpie wrote: »I find that what a lot of us think about when we think of cardio is boring. Getting on a machine and zoning out to the TV or phone for an increasingly longer period of time (as you get fitter) just is not interesting to me. I think the key to cardio not being boring for some of us is being invested in what we are doing. I don't ever think, "OK, I'm going to go do some cardio now and that will be really fun," but I fit hiking in wherever I can. I think I find resistance training generally enjoyable because I have to be invested in it when I do it -- thinking about my form and pushing through the next rep. I've also been a weakling my whole life, so I get a lot out of progressing to the next level and seeing that translated to my life.
That's the funny thing I think... I have two kids. I'm pretty much always with my kids, unless they're in school. Being able to zone out and mindlessly listen to my music and/or play Solitaire on the treadmill for an hour is bliss. Or go for a walk outside or something (I can't run anymore), but then I keep thinking that I'd burn more calories at the gym with an incline so unless it's really beautiful outside I haven't done that much lately. Love hiking but with my kids it's horribleHeartisalonelyhunter wrote: »I don't do it simply because I can't afford it. I can't afford to buy my own weights. I can't afford to pay for a gym membership on top of the gas to get there and back on a regular basis. Right now it's summer, so I'd also have to pay someone to watch my daughter.
If I was more interested in getting tone than getting rid of my flab, maybe I'd look for a solution, but I mix in a little strength training in my exercises already; I don't need a lot of it where I'm at right now. Also, aerobics and walking are much more fun for me! I love dancing - always have - so dance aerobics are the most entertaining way for me to exercise. If I feel like doing something less intense, I really enjoy reading a book as I walk. I'm definitely a bookworm and reading while I walk not only keeps me interested in it longer but helps me ignore any weariness or irritation from the heat so I can keep at it longer.
The TL;DR is that weight-lifting would be more expensive, more time-consuming, and less fun for me.Heartisalonelyhunter wrote: »Heartisalonelyhunter wrote: »TheGaudyMagpie wrote: »I find that what a lot of us think about when we think of cardio is boring. Getting on a machine and zoning out to the TV or phone for an increasingly longer period of time (as you get fitter) just is not interesting to me. I think the key to cardio not being boring for some of us is being invested in what we are doing. I don't ever think, "OK, I'm going to go do some cardio now and that will be really fun," but I fit hiking in wherever I can. I think I find resistance training generally enjoyable because I have to be invested in it when I do it -- thinking about my form and pushing through the next rep. I've also been a weakling my whole life, so I get a lot out of progressing to the next level and seeing that translated to my life.
That's the funny thing I think... I have two kids. I'm pretty much always with my kids, unless they're in school. Being able to zone out and mindlessly listen to my music and/or play Solitaire on the treadmill for an hour is bliss. Or go for a walk outside or something (I can't run anymore), but then I keep thinking that I'd burn more calories at the gym with an incline so unless it's really beautiful outside I haven't done that much lately. Love hiking but with my kids it's horrible
But that's 35 hours a week kid-free ( while they're at school). That's such a luxury! Most people work that (at least) then come home to be with their kids with no breaks all. I wouldn't call that 'always being with my kids' and would say you have plenty of time for hiking etc when your kids aren't around.
I don't go hiking alone. There's nowhere close enough that I could go and have a good hike and be back in time to pick them up unfortunately.
Went completely over your head, didn't it? I was pointing out that you have a huge amount of alone, kid-free time to do whatever you want with compared to most people. You're very lucky.
ETA I only like cardio if it has a personal challenge (to run faster or a longer distance each time, or to win a tennis match for example) I think that's why I still prefer weightlifting, because you go up in weight every time ( or you fail, de load and work your way back up again). There is always a goal
Ok and what's the relevance to this thread? I'm shaking my head.
I have no idea. You're the one who said you like cardio because you're 'always with your kids' and you like to get away from them. I was merely pointing out that having kids who are at school 7 hours a day whilst you do whatever you want at home means you are hardly short of time to work out (or hike or hang upside down from the ceiling) compared to the average person.
But hey, play the victim if you want. You're definitely not the only one shaking her head. Just wow.
Ok... when did I say that I am short on time to work out?
I'm just confused. Or maybe I need more coffee.
I give up. What you wrote made no sense. You said 'I like cardio because I am always with my kids except when they're at school'. It made no sense whatsoever as a reason and I pointed out that if you don't work and your kids are at school all day you are in a privileged and fortunate position. Rather than just owning up to that you started throwing out bs reasons why 6 hours isn't long enough to hike (and added that your children were annoying again for good measure) and then asking what your kids have to do with the OP's question when you were the one who brought them up.
But I agree that you having kids (especially school age kids who are gone most of the day) has nothing to do with whether you prefer cardio or weights so I'm not sure why you brought it up in the first place.
Ok apparently I need to explain myself. The post I quoted said that she has no interest in zoning out doing cardio. Nothing wrong with that. I said that I love cardio because I can zone out while doing it, especially as it *does* give me a break from my kids (obviously not when they are in school, but on week ends or right now during school break). I'm not too sure how you think that it makes no sense as a reason, as it's a perfectly valid reason for me (note - as I said later, I don't do as much treadmill cardio when it's not school break).
So I was just commenting on how it's funny how things are different for everyone.
Also my kids are in school 6 hours a day, not 7, and the closest places for hikes are 2 hours away without traffic, so I don't quite understand where you get that the time frame is a bs reason not to go hiking, plus really, what in the world gives you the right to judge if people's reasons are BS or not? And what if I just don't like hiking alone anyway?
Also, I never mentioned that I was short on time to exercise - I exercise plenty, thank you very much, and I don't need to go hiking to get some exercise.
You're just rude.
Right back at you. I was merely trying to point out to you that you have much more of a 'break from your kids' than the majority of people who are on here. Maybe you should enjoy that rather than complaining about your children on online forums. You seem like a delightful person to be around.
Ok but again, who are you to judge how I compare to other people who are here, when it's not even the point of the post at all?
You seem to have issues with parents who don't consider parenting to be an all the time fantastic thing, and are actually trying to be real, I'm not even going to try to figure out what your issue is, but maybe you should bring it up with your therapist instead of lashing out on some SAHM who likes having a break from her kid one hour a day during school break.0 -
Could you guys possibly take the Hatefest to messages? I wish all the nasty messages would be sent privately.
Like others, I'm surprised by how many dislike cardio, but since I hate weights, it stands to reason that others would dislike cardio. Different strokes. 0 -
Could you guys possibly take the Hatefest to messages? I wish all the nasty messages would be sent privately.
Like others, I'm surprised by how many dislike cardio, but since I hate weights, it stands to reason that others would dislike cardio. Different strokes.
Apologies, I just don't like being attacked. Hope this doesn't get the thread closed, because I like not feeling alone!0 -
I resent the implication that if you're NOT heavy lifting, you're wasting your time. And I can't lift 20 lb. dumbbells, so again it feels like: fail.
Bottom line: do what's best for YOU. I'm old, apparently weak, but I love cardio, I'm working with resistance bands and smaller weights and it feels great. I will probably never "lift heavy" in my life - I'm fine with that - but man, the self-satisfied commands of those who love it can be deafening.
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vivmom2014 wrote: »I resent the implication that if you're NOT heavy lifting, you're wasting your time. And I can't lift 20 lb. dumbbells, so again it feels like: fail.
Bottom line: do what's best for YOU. I'm old, apparently weak, but I love cardio, I'm working with resistance bands and smaller weights and it feels great. I will probably never "lift heavy" in my life - I'm fine with that - but man, the self-satisfied commands of those who love it can be deafening.
While you get the occasional jerk on the forums-i think you guys are reading too much into this. There is a lot of pride, particularly among females, about lifting. It used to be mostly male dominated-and I think a lot of women are just trying to encourage women that might be too intimidated. Blow off the jerks-take the rest for what it is.0 -
I think most of the women who get excited and a little pushy about weight-lifting do so with good intentions. Leading a healthy lifestyle feels good and results feel even better. I've found myself telling all my friends about MFP and trying to urge them into signing up just because it has just improved my life so much and I'd like to see them as happy as I am. I think the same thing applies to women who weight-lift. They love doing it and love the results and they think others will, too, so they might try to push it off on you, forgetting that it's not for everyone.
I'm sure there are a few who just like feeling superior and condescending to those who don't, but I like to think that's not generally the case! Most of the women who've posted here have been nice enough to cardio lovers. The OP certainly seems genuinely interested and without judgment, at the very least, and @slaite1 has been a sweetheart.
But I totally agree that the best method of exercising is the one you'll do!0 -
I don't lift weights as much as I should because in all honesty, I'd rather run outside than lift in a gym. But I do some weights anyway so that I don't become so injury-prone!0
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