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You're contracting your abs while working out without realizing it, just not with enough intensity to feel it. A stronger contraction does benefit many activities, and can reduce the risk of back injuries, so it's good to be conscious of how hard you're engaging them.. from gently pulling in your belly to a hard brace as…
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Maybe your pace is too fast outside?
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Supposedly some people can get food allergies from eating primarily one protein source long-term. Also there's some debate whether eating that many egg yolks contributes to heart disease. You probably should ask your doctor if it's ok.
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They're not saying there are no carryover benefits, they're saying one exercise makes better improvements than another. For example, you'll get better at running by actually running than from biking.. so one's training program should include more running than biking.
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Click on the pinned post and look for the posting called "Which lifting program.." Then choose any beginner's program there. It's best to follow a proven program, not someone's list of exercises. If questions come up, feel free to ask them here. By the way, if your upper body is weak, your lower body probably needs…
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You'll enjoy the journey much more if you lose the mindset of getting quick results, and embrace slow, steady progress, as well as the inevitable setbacks. What has your doctor give you approval to do? And what limitations do you have?
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Most fitness professionals would recommend starting strength training now.
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They said they drink in the morning too. OP - A hiatal hernia can do that, and it could explain the acid reflux too. It's a pretty common condition, especially if you were ever overweight or pregnant. If it happens again, mention it to your Dr.
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What specifically is your goal? Also tell us your budget.
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Each situation is different, so only do whatever your physical therapist or surgeon recommends. For strength training, you could ask them if you could do stiff-leg deadlifts and wall sits, which work the legs without moving the knee. Instructions are on youtube.
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What's the worst that could happen there? And how would you move past it?
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Hard to tell, but that's not common. Try this stretch a few times a day to see if it helps. Do you have flat foot arches?
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That could also be heel bursitis. Assuming it's tendonitis, which is more common.. tendons heal best with frequent movement, since they lack blood vessels like muscles do, so they require movement to have nutrients pumped to them. Walking automatically does this, but while you sit, dorsiflex your foot constantly, like…
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Sorry you're going through this. For the calf cramps, try this stretch at least hourly throughout the day, for 30+ seconds. The effects of stretching don't last long, hence the need to do it often. You should know in a few days if it helps.
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It could be one of a dozen different things, each with a different treatment. Best thing to do is avoid painful activity and see a doctor for advice. Following generic internet advice could make it worse. :+1:
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Currently preparing for skiing, so doing a ton of stair running. It's spread throughout the day, every 2 days. Some freeweights too every 2 days.
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She gets numbness too, so it's probably a circulatory issue. She said in another thread she has multiple heart issues, so definitely no supplements without a doctor's approval. OP - you might need to expand your medical team to find the cause. In the mean time, if you are trying to lose weight, remember that cardio is not…
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Those are all symptoms of appendicitis too. If you get other symptoms, like a fever or nausea, go to the ER.
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No, apparently she's having you do remedial exercises that supposedly will prepare to you do typical exercises like squats, etc. Sometimes these "baby steps" are warranted, but many trainers do them unnecessarily instead of just correcting form on the standard exercises. We have no way of knowing if her exercises are…
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You said you can walk up to 3km without pain. So walk less than 3km a few times a day. Long exercise sessions aren't required.
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Why not do those? And do several short walks each day.
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How many calories did you have? Having too few could lower blood sugar, which can trigger seizures.
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Sorry, no app suggestions. Just want to say that new runners have a high injury rate, and it's even higher with obese people, so consider waiting a few months until you've lost some weight and are more active. C25K only takes 9 weeks. In the mean time, you could pick short-term goals like walking a 10K and doing 5 minutes…
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If your gym doesn't get enough traffic, it may close. Be careful what you wish for. :+1:
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In addition to the above advice, a low carb diet is often advised for women with PCOS, and it supposedly helps IIH too (source), as does a low sodium diet (source). Don't go to extremes though, just limit things like bread, rice, potatoes, juice/soda, and foods high in sodium like lunchmeat, etc. Google "cheap sources of…
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At the consultation, you can ask if they'll guide you through SC. Most will, a few won't.. and for good reason - a good trainer can customize a program for you that may be superior to the mass-marketed programs, including SC. Either way, since you're injury-prone, try to hunt around for a trainer with a degree in…
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Try easing up just a bit. Your shoulders don't need to be fully retracted, just in a neutral position. Assess yourself with a mirror or with video, not just by how it feels, since good posture can feel weird at first. If you're unsure, ask someone to give you feedback. No, i disagree. Posture is essentially an endurance…
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Generally avoid modifying routines, but you can pick a new one. See the pinned post called "Most Helpful Posts" and look for the link "Which lifting program.."
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Since you're doing the ab wheel, then situps, crunches, and planks are probably redundant. Try to include heavy deadlifts, which work the abs well. But i don't have a problem with adding a few situps if you don't feel back pain. They do work the abs pretty well according to the studies i've seen, and your slight decline…
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Well, certain foods can cause acid reflux, which can cause shortness of breath and throat irritation.. especially with morning exercise, since the stomach acid can creep into the lungs & throat while laying down. OP - if you can't see a doctor soon, try going back to your original diet. Post an update. :+1:
