Over the past year, I have gained about 10 pounds, which I know isn't a big deal because I was (and have been for most of my life) underweight. And now, I am at a normal weight and can finally give blood. This should be great right?
After 25 years, I have finally reached a point where I need to start exercising to maintain my weight. And I am at a loss. I always had a note from my doctor excusing me from PE (thank you scoliosis) and the most that I ever exercise now is yoga and walking. I need help. I don't think yoga and walking are enough.
Any suggestions?
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
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am i the first to post? that is funny considering that you and me both got the excersizing jean that, well, um doesn't quite work. i hate it. liz loves it, so does maureena. so, on that note, happy losing those extra lbs! have fun with that- welcome to adulthood!!!
Hey Jessica, So after i had Audrey I tried a lot of different things (I too hate exercise) I tried aerobics and found it just hurt my feet too bad to be jumping around so much, and I tried running on the treadmill but well, I only did that about 3 times. I found that I really do like step aerobics though, and it didn't seem as hard on my body as other things did, and it worked up a sweat FAST! You just go buy a step at Walmart and it comes with a really great video...I also like windsor pilates----
I know what you mean though, exercise is a hard thing to do!
I think aerobics classes (at a gym or community center). I find working out with others is so much easier than on your own. Or you could try picking up jogging, I'm learning to like it more and more (though I have been a slacker lately).
I got (for my birthday or some special occasion years ago) a $150 cheapo elliptical trainer from walmart and I love it. Love it. I just don't do gyms. I'm not wealthy enough to buy a membership and I'm not motivated enough to actually go. So this works great for me. And it's really easy on your body; it doesn't even feel like you're exercising. And it works! Everything!
Also, another option is to bump up your walking. I used to go walking about three miles a night (around an hour and a half) and I really noticed a difference. I started out slow and eventually moved up to speed walking. And then butt flex walking. And then arm moving, butt flexing, speed walking. I really noticed a difference.
It's definitely not easy to watch your body change, especially when it's changing in ways it's never changed before. But it really is just part of getting older.
Turbo Jam!
I love the "30 Day Shred" DVD by Jillian Michaels, a trainer from the show "The Biggest Loser." There are three differet level programs on the DVD, each workout is only 20 minutes long! It is a kick butt workout! I lack motivation in working out too, but that's why I like this DVD- only 20 minutes a day!!
I'm telling you Jess. Wii Fit! Come on over and we can play!
Thanks for all the wonderful ideas! Hopefully I can now get my butt in gear and start exercising!
I think you're hot. Fo' shizzle.
I say just keep up the yoga and walking. It's about health, Jess, not weight.
Health.
Remember that. (Remind me about it too, sometimes, k?)
Do Tae-Boe! :) Your husband is so sweet for commenting on your blog. Maybe someday I'll convince Mike to read "ours".
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