Queryg what was/were your primary exercise/s for getting in shape

kedwards4267 · January 2021

I started with walking 30 min a day, 7 days a week and a month ago I started rowing with a water rower. I love the rower, I do 30 min 3 days a week and I already see my arms and abs toning up.

Girlheidi · January 2021

Walking and running are my go tos. I was quite large and then started on the couch to 5k program on the treadmill. It was do-able and very encouraging to be able to run for 30 minutes. Then I took it outside - I quite enjoy running outside, but I have to have music! On the treadmill I watch shows, so it passes the time (It is a bit dodgy outside on the roads at the moment so treadmill is better).
With me running, a couple of my slimmer but very unfit friends, decided to also give it a try, and they can now run 5K too! I always say, if I can do it, anyone can. It is also very cheap to run outside. I paired this with a fitness watch and MFP and it worked together. I like cake, and I fit it in to my diet.
Whatever works for you - and even something small is better than just sitting on the couch.

nitalieben · January 2021

I lost 32kgs through diet only. I was much smaller obviously, but still looked "squishy" and "flabby". Then, I started incorporating strength training, and though I gained back roughly 2kgs, I look much firmer and feel much better. My waist circumference initially increased with 1cm only, and remained at that. Other areas, of course, increased, but that is hoped for (biceps, thighs, butt :laugh:)

cstatdixon · January 2021

Pre-COVID, at the gym, heavy weightlifting 4 days a week and for fun, l did speed skating. Speed skating is an exceptional workout and so much fun! Post-COVID I do the aerobic step only.

vanmep · January 2021

My theory is that if it’s something I enjoy doing and if it doesn’t cause too much disruption in my life, I’m all for it. So for me, cycling to work, walking with my partner in the evenings, hiking, yoga, kayaking, and then a few classes thrown in here and there to make sure I cover all the muscle groups.

steveko89 · January 2021

Personally, it was seriously getting into lifting; so much so it's a hobby and passion, not simply something I do out of necessity or a means to an end. For my wife, it's running. If you can find a mode of exercise that you enjoy doing independently of getting in shape.

Queryg what was/were your primary exercise/s for getting in shape

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