Help with exercising?

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butterflylover527
butterflylover527 Posts: 940 Member
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It came to my attention today that even though I am exercising, I am doing it wrong hahaha!! I am very new to exercising and have no idea what I'm doing apparently =P

I finished my 3rd day of the 30 Day Shred and I couldn't do as much as usual because my calves are in huge knots. And I was doing it on a hard floor barefoot. Found my problem!!

So obviously I need all the help I can get!! Anything will help, dos and don'ts, tips, experiences, ANYTHING!

Thanks :) *My legs thank you also*

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  • butterflylover527
    butterflylover527 Posts: 940 Member
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    Help :happy:
  • pursuitoffitness
    pursuitoffitness Posts: 45
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    Getting into exercising can be pretty difficult. If you have never actually done some what intense working out, doing the 30ds may be a little difficult. I have went through a million hard workouts just from doing sports so the 30ds stuff isn't new to me and I know I can do it because I've done it before. But, if you have never undergone serious working out the 30ds is probably something to dread and can cause soreness. Always stretch before and after you workout. Warm ups and cool downs are also essential. Potassium is great for cramps and protein is good for the muscles. Ice!!!! 20 mins on, 20 mins off, repeat forever (jk). Hope this helps. It does get easier!!!! :)
  • giftieetcetera
    giftieetcetera Posts: 96 Member
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    If you haven't been exercising, why not start with walking (just walk faster) and google correct techniques for light weights. Learn the form first (so you don't get hurt), and then move on to round 2!
  • etxgal
    etxgal Posts: 11 Member
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    Might try Skimble app (they have a internet site as well. I just started on it, but it gives you workout plans as well as video instruction per exercise and time cues for those programs with multiple exercises/rest periods. You can "follow" friends on their for extra support as well if they are also using the app.
  • butterflylover527
    butterflylover527 Posts: 940 Member
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    I have been walking a bit but haven't done much besides that lol
  • butterflylover527
    butterflylover527 Posts: 940 Member
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    Might try Skimble app (they have a internet site as well. I just started on it, but it gives you workout plans as well as video instruction per exercise and time cues for those programs with multiple exercises/rest periods. You can "follow" friends on their for extra support as well if they are also using the app.

    I'll take a look at it!
  • butterflylover527
    butterflylover527 Posts: 940 Member
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    :)
  • GuruOnAMountain
    GuruOnAMountain Posts: 489 Member
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    I second the walking idea to get you started. Long walks burn mega amounts of calories and if you walk as fast as you can, you'll feel your cardio fitness improve.

    Also, get a good pair of trainers if you're going to start exercising. Perhaps even go to a specialist shop and ask for advice. They will cost a good bit but it'll be worth it in the end rather than ending up with problems caused by cheap or inappropriate trainers.

    Lastly, just keep trying. Even if you feel like it is never going to happen and even if you feel like you can't be bothered, just drag yourself up and do the exercise regardless. It really does get easier (and enjoyable!).
  • butterflylover527
    butterflylover527 Posts: 940 Member
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    Thanks :) more tips?
  • butterflylover527
    butterflylover527 Posts: 940 Member
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    :smile:
  • jppd47
    jppd47 Posts: 737 Member
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    Its only your third day. you'll be sore. Hows your water and food intake? Walking will help if you new into exercising as the others have said.

    If the videos your doing do not have a dedicated warm up / cool down period you should do it your self. Warm up with light cardio like jumping jacks or the like or even a short walk. Stretch when your done. If you feel you have poor flexibility stretch on days you don't workout as well.

    heres a idea for a stretching plan
    Hold these stretches or do these movements for at least 15-20 seconds each:

    - Shoulder Shrugs
    - Chest / Bicep Stretch
    - Forearm Stretch
    - Arm/Shoulder Stretch
    - Tricep/Lat Stretch (half moon)
    - Stomach Stretch
    - Calf Stretch
    - Lowerback Stretch
    - ITB / Hip
    - Hamstring Stretch
    - Thigh Stretch - standing or laying on floor
    http://www.military.com/military-fitness/workouts/stretching-plan
  • butterflylover527
    butterflylover527 Posts: 940 Member
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    Love it, thanks!!
  • butterflylover527
    butterflylover527 Posts: 940 Member
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    :happy:

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