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So happy to have found this group. I too was a runner and my knees just can't take it anymore - possibly the extra weight is a factor as well. I decided to start cycling. I'm loving it. The only downfall is my city is extremely hilly and some of the hills are really steep! That said, I'm getting out there. My goal this…
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Goals for August - log food & exercise EVERYDAY on MFP - eat well - lots of veggies, whole grains & lean protien - exercise a minimun of 30min per day - do things I enjoy doing Looking forward to seeing the results. :wink:
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on my way...
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Possibly Yoga - http://www.hopkinsarthritis.org/patient-corner/disease-management/yoga-for-arthritis/ As a yoga teacher, modifications can be made by a qualified instructor to allow your dad to increase his mobility and as a 55 year old with arthritis - I can vouch for the benefits.
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I'm 5' 2" and at the time of my 1/2 marathon (21.1km) I was 40lbs overweight for my height. That is a lot of pressure on the knees, but I did it. Since most races/runs take place outside - you need to hit the pavement. Runningon a treadmill versus the pavement - no comparison the impact is greater outside. Get yourself…
