September 21
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Tracked logged stayed under I managed 2 walks today and some spin trying to get this back under control but the beer did not help but the walk was
nice this evening and included hill work.6 -
@stella7x7
I know how much knee pain can sideline someone I have OA with bone on bone in both knees NO replacements for me thank you kindly but some PT helped and j have kept it up now I can do squats and stairs with minimal pain just a suggestion good luck3 -
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@jamcnewman
I hear you with ice and snow did you ever try the yac trax’s I have 2 pair one for ordinary snow and a heavy duty pair from REI a godsend it allows me to keep walking even if it is slower3 -
Yes, yes and yes
AM and PM walking, push-ups and stretching
About exercise
I can’t say that I am a natural exerciser but I do enjoy walking and hiking. I was just reading in the forum about someone saying that they only do activities that are fun for them. I had to think about this since I have often tried to force myself into doing things I did not necessarily enjoy but thought it would be good for me (weights, videos, etc). I pretty much failed at a regular rate when doing this. I signed up for the Apple Fitness program in January and I have to say this has been the most consistent I have been at adding fitness beyond walking. I think part of the success for me is that there is ‘no’ consistency to my routine and that I pick and choose workouts when it fits my schedule, energy levels and desire. It feels like a menu at a restaurant except for fitness. For me, it works. Now I am playing around with another concept. My dog is getting elderly (12 years) but still likes slow meandering walks at an extremely slow pace. I have been taking the exercises I do in Apple Fitness and doing them while walking the dog (including taking a weight with me). Many times I am with my husband and so far he does not mind how odd I look in the neighborhood. I can’t say this is anything that anyone else would want to try though I will probably post to the general forum at some point to see if anyone else does this sort of thing while walking and has any recommendations.
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9/21
Did I exercise for at least 20 minutes? 👍🏻
Did I stay within my calorie budget for the day? 👍🏻
Did I keep track of everything I ate and drank? 👍🏻
2 Pass Days Remaining
Used #1 pass6 -
@znaoiec - I have seen people walking with weights, or stopping along the path to do some sort of exercise on the ground or against a bench or even playground equipment. Every single time the thoughts that went through my head were how inspiring and hard core those people were to do that, and never how weird it seemed.5
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Tuesday, September 21
Tracking: Yes
Calories: under
Exercise: Yes, airport power walk 40 min. I used to sit at a bar/restaurant while waiting for my flight. Now I power walk from checking til boarding. I feel so much better when I land and the next day.
Pass days to date - 4
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@biketheworld My favorite outside exercises are my favorite type of exercise. Hiking in the desert is what I am looking forward to when I return to Phoenix, Arizona in November. Right now, it’s farm and horse activities.
Today’s report:
A 3 yes day.
Exercise was a minimal but important 27 minutes of active stretching
Calories: under my limit
Tracking: good5 -
I dropped out of UAC last week, but I'm looking forward to restarting October. I fell and fractured my foot, and with work stress, family stress and all, just don't have it in me to track, exercise and log.
But UAC has helped me so much. I'm going to take a break, and get right back in. I wish everyone the best!
Oh noooo. Take care and heal fast!0 -
I dropped out of UAC last week, but I'm looking forward to restarting October. I fell and fractured my foot, and with work stress, family stress and all, just don't have it in me to track, exercise and log.
But UAC has helped me so much. I'm going to take a break, and get right back in. I wish everyone the best!
Gosh, I'm so sorry to hear this! I get it with the stress tho. 😩 I do hope you'll stick around and continue logging, just to stay on top of the habit! In any case, please get some rest!0 -
Sep 21
✅ ✅ ✅ Exercise today was a quick 20 min walk outside after work. (I didn't have a jacket! )
I enjoy walking and hiking. I love the outdoors, even in winter! I love nature, and the wildlife that I get to see! I'm usually listening to a book on CD, so the time passes quickly.3 -
Exercise: Rest day, sort of. Did my weight circuit at the gym and a 35 minute power walk.
Tracking:
Calories:
I am awed by the fitness level and exercise people in this challenge are doing.
I wish it wasn't the case, but I hate exercise. However...I'm doing it, so I like to think that makes me a warrior since the mental and physical struggle is so intense every day. Lol, last week I was on a 4 mile run and I swear the entire time the only thing I thought about was how much I hated it and never, ever wanted to do it again...hey, whatever gets me through.4 -
Exercise: 60 minutes of Zumba!
Tracked. Yes!
Ate within budget: Yes, slightly under3 -
✅ - Exercise 20+ Minutes
✅ - Calories within budget
✅ - Tracked everything
Walking, bicycling, and resistance bands workouts are the things I am working with now. I used to enjoy doing Callanetics which is very soothing but deep exercise. As soon as I can I will incorporate it back in to my fitness regime. I cannot keep up with the tempo of most aerobic types of exercise, even fast lifting is too fast for me. I prefer slower, controlled movements done correctly.
@donna25trinity Congrats on reaching goal
@Anya_000 sorry to hear about your accident. Hope you heal up well.
"I believe that fitness needs to come from within you. You need to respect your body. Only then will you have the zeal to maintain it. For me, keeping fit is a part of my lifestyle." ~ Arjun Rampal3 -
Yes x 32
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Tracked - Yes
Stayed within calorie budget - Yes
Exercise - 30 minutes weight machines and 20 min ARC Trainer cardio machine at Planet Fitness.
Pass Days Used - 3
Exercise - My main form of exercise is running, which I've been doing since I was 47. I'm 61 now. There are a few nearby trails around here, some paved, some with small rocks, gravel & dirt, some flat, some hilly, so plenty of variety. Currently I run 4 to 5 days a week anywhere from 1 to 7 miles at a time. Furthest distance I've run is 13.1 miles when I did a half marathon, but that was in 2011. I cut down on distance after that due to injuries. Running wouldn't be nearly as enjoyable without listening to music on my mp3 as I run. 😀
I also recently started back at Planet Fitness a couple of times a week for strength training, using their weight machines. Again, listening to music on my mp3 as I do weights makes it more enjoyable. 😊3 -
Did I exercise for at least 20 minutes? Yes, 15 minutes Pilates, 80 minutes of bike riding, and 63 minutes walking
Did I stay within my calorie budget for the day? Yes, some left to spare today
Did I keep track of everything I ate and drank? Yes
I really enjoy exercise (in theory
) I was very active in sports growing up, so that is where my true passion lies.
These days, my most likely exercising is:
1) Walking. It's easy to do no matter what, and my dog loves me for it. I prefer this over all other things.
2) Biking. My husband is obsessed with biking so it's fun for us to do together.
3) Hiking. I live just outside Calgary so we have the mountains so close... gotta take advantage.
4) Yoga. I love doing the Yoga by Adriene videos on YouTube. I have noticed HUGE improvements in my strength and mobility.
I don't do as much formal strength as I should.. I do push-ups and squats on alternating days. Could do more.3 -
@snowshoe072 — I do have Yak Trax and they are great fir out walking distances. Just don’t ever try to wear them, even briefly, inside. Like wearing ice skates. ⛸⛸
The issue is usually when going in and out. To the car, car to house, car to grocery store etc.3
