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Looking for friends
I'm new and looking for friends. I have a connective tissue disorder that makes it painful and sometimes dangerous to exercise. I have just begun a toning routine and some chair pilates. I'm looking for support and encouragement as well as ideas to stay fit.
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Wheelchair workouts
I just discovered that Wii Boxing is a great cardio I can do in my wheelchair. I also do small strength training. Any other ideas?
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Two NSV's in one day!
First, when I got dressed, I noticed that my smaller sized undies fit better. Weird I know, but for me this is a huge deal. Second, when I fed the dogs this morning, I noticed that I didn't have to use the bench to push myself back upright. (This is a more of a strength victory for me, but for me it was a victory…
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Impatience
In this one-hour photo, instant oatmeal world, I want to get fit now. I'm 50 pounds overweight, very unfit, and have to use a walker and wheelchair to get around because of my bad joints and muscle atrophy. I want to be strong and fit...NOW. Have any tips for someone who needs to take it slow but wants to see results…
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Being laid up (knee surgery) and exercise.
I have a few ideas on what to do for exercise now that I'm laid up. I know that I could tone my arms and belly. I have a chair pilates routine, which is hard to do with one leg out straight. Any other ideas?
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Sincere question about calorie intake...
MFP says that I am not eating enough although I eat around 1200 per day. I'm 5'3" 181 lbs. I have a goal of 130 lbs. Please keep in mind that I am mostly bed-ridden due to surgery. I do try to get up in my wheelchair and do some Wii tennis for cardio, but it's still not a lot. I sincerely need to know from those who know,…
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Reduced Mobility?
Looking for other friends who are disabled or have reduced mobility, but need to lose weight. Would love to share ideas and support.
