CHexham

There were some really good "bodyweight" and low tech equipment suggestions on here. Give those a couple months of serious effort before you spend money on a bike or treadmill. You likely won't need it; only get electronic gear if you want it and will enjoy it.

I agree with the advice regarding returning the 1 pound. If you're looking at wrist and forearms, at least get 3 pounds to start (although I'd suggest 5; you'll quickly get used to them and eventually you'll use them for squat thrusts). I also DISAGREE with the adjustable dumbbells FOR NOW. Find out how you like the 3, 5,…

...not to mention that it's GREAT for HIIT! Use a Tabata Routine; after a few minutes warm up, hit it for eight sets of twenty second hard, fast cycling, followed by ten seconds of slower peddling while you (try to) catch your breath.

All the research I've read confirms the "post-exercise" effect of interval training. There are any number of options and programs so it very likely doesn't matter which form yours takes. I'm sixty-one, have been fairly actively engaged in alternate weight/cardio routines about four times weekly for the past six months.…

Nope, still ONE MORE BB out here. And I will win. Seriously, though, go to BB App World or the App section on MFP and you can load a BB App. The post regarding weekly counting has great value and it's a good reminder to not freak out on a daily basis.

Thanks for sharing that wonderful encounter. Isn't it cool that you provided him with such a wonderful moment and he left you with a lifetime of thanks and awe.