What's your favorite exercise?
dawiese
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Mine's yoga.
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Mixxedfit!3
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I love running and yoga. Running+podcast=bliss1
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Running. Then when I'm done running I run some more.
That's actually less true since I pseudo-retired from marathon running. But the answer is still running.2 -
tabata (interval training)3
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I used to be a runner and I still like to do it some. But I have some leg/knee issues & pain that get worse with running. I like biking as well, but I've learned that I need to have a balance and look forward to my exercise. So I've kept the biking in on weekends and I've been walking a lot all week. I did 30 miles this week, which is about what I used to run.
I've read every book under the sun and have heard a lot that the distance is what matters, not whether you walk or run it (in terms of burning up calories). Walking will just take longer.
I am wondering: Has anyone use walking as their main exercise and seen results? I hope I'm on the right course.2 -
I walk long distances daily, listening to podcasts. Not the hardest or fastest work out ever but it reduces the excuses. It also builds endurance. I can do 10km with no dramas now. I sometimes incorporate short sprints with a lower distance walk to keep my heart rate up.3
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I try to walk a lot during winter. I live in Florida and work in retail, so I kind of work around what temperature and my feet will allow. I don't really like running. It feels like too much work to me, whereas walking just feels like... well, walking. It's psychological for me, it's so much more relaxing even if it takes longer. I definitely see results when I stick with it though, especially if I use the treadmill and add incline.
My favorite exercises are hula hooping, rowing, walking, swimming and yoga. I'm prone to injury and all about low-impact.2 -
catmcclelland wrote: »Mixxedfit!
I haven't heard of mixxedfit before! Googling now!2 -
Oh, and mine are yoga and walking. I love walking and hiking with my dog.2
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Zumba is always my go to (I was an instructor for about three years). Now that I don't teach I do running, Pilates, and weights.2
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Walking is mostly what exercise I get. About 30 min (2 miles) a day. Sometimes a bit more. Has worked wonders for increasing the calories I can eat and I really enjoy walking through the neighborhood and listening to podcasts.1
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catmcclelland wrote: »Mixxedfit!
I haven't heard of mixxedfit before! Googling now!
It's sorta like Zumba but hip hop
it's soooo much fun!
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I've been learning Olympic weightlifting for the last few months. I'm getting a bit better at the snatch, but I really really love doing Clean and Jerks.
Before that I was doing powerlifting and really enjoyed seeing the kilos add up on my deadlifts.
I also play hockey (poorly) with a group of non-competitive folks once per week, which is a great cardio workout and brutal ego killer.2 -
I love yoga, but the one I do the most is run. I enjoy running because it's something I can do on my own and gives me time to introvert1
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I love biking. It's a great way to commute to work and the paths are often really nice 1
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I'm a big fan of rowing machines.0
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Swimming or Running0
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Yoga and rock climbing! Yoga helps you get all stretched out and align your body and climbing is VERY good cardio and very good for strength. I do circuit training to build additional strength for climbing.0
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kimmiecookie wrote: »tabata (interval training)
I am really curious about tabata! What kind of training do you do?
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My absolute favorite exercise is strength training...specifically, the big 3: bench, squat, and deadlift! Makes me feel like a bada**!
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I'm a runner because it's portable. For me, exercise has to be convenient or it won't happen.
Also, I practice something I call opportunistic exercise: I try to run, walk or bike instead of driving. If I'm early to the bus stop, I walk to the next bus stops until the bus is due. Stairs instead of elevators. Use the bathroom on a different floor at the office and take stairs. Park far from my destination and walk. Gardening and yard work.
Obvious, I know. But it's about making those choices as the opportunity arises! And it's kind of amazing how quickly the steps add up!2 -
I've started swimming laps at my local YMCA. It takes a while to get used to the strokes and breathing, but it has become a relaxing end of the day workout for me.0
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AngryBecky wrote: »I am wondering: Has anyone use walking as their main exercise and seen results? I hope I'm on the right course.
I do/have! I only last week added an actual workout routine to my exercises, all I've been doing since February has been upping my activity level by walking for 20-30 minutes at least 4 times a week. I lost 12 lbs by just adjusting my portion size and adding the walking. I've creeped back up a few lbs since my kids got out of school and our routine changed, but I'm jumping back in there.0 -
AngryBecky wrote: »I am wondering: Has anyone use walking as their main exercise and seen results? I hope I'm on the right course.
I saw results doing "nordic walking," which kinda looks like cross country skiing without the skis using special poles. Brings the upper body in to directly contributing to forward motion, plus elevates the heart rate with the increased arm swing. Makes me actually look forward to climbing the hills!0 -
I used to think I hated exercise-I just hate running! Love to row. Love to pick up heavy things and put them back down. So that's what I do so I don't lose my mind at work0
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I like yoga. I used to like walking, but we moved and now there's nowhere interesting to walk to within 2 miles -- which is reeeeallly difficult with a double stroller and hilly terrain. I used to run (jog) half-marathons but then I got married and pregnant...and pregnant again. This summer I started jogging and then found out I'm pregnant for the third time and was too tired and sick to continue. So I've been feeling pretty discouraged, actually. The most exercise I get is chasing toddlers and gardening, haha. We also have limited time and money so I can't join a club or even a community pool. So...I hate to be a downer but I really don't know what to do. Am I just whining while the answer is staring me in the face? Maybe I should just suck it up and brave the hills.0
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P.S. Did I mention how hard it is to do yoga with a couple of kids climbing on you? Haha0
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Cycling: outdoors preferred but I don't do it often and if I'm at the gym it's cycle/spin class. I also like trail walks with the dogs and I'd like to get in good enough shape to hike too.0
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I do 2 15 minute walks on my break carrying a kettlebell and listening to music0
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I'm running through the Insanity program again. Did it two years ago. Anybody else tried it out? I highly recommend if you are up for high intensity interval training0
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