LIVESTRONG: Be Active Group

by synderrela on Mar 19, 2012 at 5:55 pm

 Hi, I'm not sure exactly which machines are best for you, but changing up your routine is probably a good start! Muscle confusion is good so that your body is always trying to keep up with you and working new muscles  Swimming, elliptical, biking, weights, and if your gym has group exercises I would look into those as well ~ I hope that helps! I also find that searching the articles here on Livestrong also helps for finding good workout plans also!

by synderrela on Mar 19, 2012 at 5:56 pm

 Here's one article out of many I found! http://www.livestrong.com/article/92376-exercises-tone-back/

by PaulK66 on Jan 25, 2009 at 8:22 pm

What worked for me was to find healthy alternatives like fruit or veggies.  Apples are available all year long.  The bags of baby carrots are really convenient.  I found suger free popsicles that are 25 cal each.
Prepare with lo cal snacks to fight that urge to snack.
Good luck and keep it up
-PaulK

by bikeninja on Jan 29, 2009 at 8:16 am

great tips.i do the samething.it helps me a lot.livestrong

by MilesCobbett on Mar 15, 2009 at 1:51 am

I found a great way to not feel one bit guilty about snacking late.
I told myself the only way I could enjoy whole wheat glazed donuts (a favorite of mine at a local donut shop), was to do a late nite (after midnite), bike ride across town, up a very steep hill (no hands) and through city streets to the donut shop for my two "reward for my late nite training ride" donuts enroute to my house...
A great reward for extra training and "not a smidge" of guilt for my late nite snack!
All the best,
Miles Cobbett

by ljbfish on Apr 27, 2009 at 3:32 pm

 me too!  i think it is a habit more than anything.  and then a glass of wine later and it's all over!
so here is what i do... at 6:30 or 7:00 i will eat a very satisfying and civilized dinner, and remind myself that this is it for the night. 
if at 9 i feel truly hungry, then i will have a small serving of plain yogurt with ground flax or a small bag of smart pop with a yummy salt. very satisfying.
when i first began counting calories, i literally would just go to bed when the pantry started calling me!

by strplngwr on May 4, 2009 at 1:36 pm

I chew about 5 pieces of gum a day. I have gum everywhere, work desk, home and the car. When I get a craving I chew gum, it helps alot. Another option is sunflower seeds.

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by bsnyder918 on Feb 16, 2011 at 12:15 pm

Start off at what you feel comfortable with.  If just cruising around the block seems like a long way, the start there.  If you're more active, find a good route that will give you longer options.  Maybe find a track nearby that you can use, that way you can walk until you feel like you've had a good workout.  The thing about getting fit is it's different for everyone.  Just getting out there and walking for 20 minutes to start is a great way to go.  Check out Active.com, they have a pretty good selection of articles to read and they usually have articles for beginners to advanced.  I have an aunt that start off mall walking. 

by ericupton on Nov 29, 2008 at 9:44 am

I think my resolution is to continue what I've started.  I've picked up walking (which I never did), lost 70+ lbs over the last year.  Heading for a 100 loss.  I quit smoking 3 weeks ago.
I guess my resolution is to continue to break these chains that bind.
And maybe add some weight work?  Lose some weight, your body changes shape :)

by lee14876 on Aug 26, 2008 at 3:50 am

well my physical therapist recommend biking, so i did that this morning.

by erikamc on Sep 2, 2008 at 10:23 am

I can see how biking would be a good exercise for someone with plantar facitis. I also have plantar facitis, got the cortisone shot 2 years ago (ouch...)and have been doing stretches ever since. Its worked out nicely for me, but I think I might be an oddity when it comes to that.
How'd the biking go for you?

by Lonnie on Sep 12, 2008 at 11:45 am

I had the plantar last summer. Under my desk I put two blocks so I could set the ball of my foot up on them and forget about it. I still do this. The plantar went away over last winter. If I get even a little soreness I start using those blocks daily, I have a tenancy to forget to use them. It's the only stretching I do anymore. Works well for me. No more pain.

by delitaagain on Sep 18, 2008 at 12:05 pm

I used to have it really bad and ended up having surgery. I no longer have it! But in the meantime, my favorite way to get aerobic exercise was the rowing machine at the gym. I've since found out those are extremely good exercise and suitable for all ages/abilities. When I settle down I'm going to get my own but in the meantime, it is almost worth the gym membership just to be able to row.

by GraceLazenby on Jul 11, 2008 at 8:24 am

Hey There!! I have the perfect workouts for you!! Plug into my exercises from iTRAIN for Shapely legs and outer thigh on the site. I promis if you do these exercises every week you will see results.

http://www.livestrong.com/search?search=outer+thigh

http://www.livestrong.com/search?search=shapely+legs

Let me know how it goes!!!

by ron6 on Jul 15, 2008 at 5:02 am

A light jogging or running will do. If you're working with a personal trainer, tell him/her that you're only working out for toning.

by beck23 on Jul 19, 2008 at 9:57 am

Thank you both for the advice!! Sorry I havent been around but i will definitely start those excersises!!

by proudgammie3 on Aug 20, 2008 at 1:04 pm

I would like to join this group, as I have been challenged by my daughter. I need to excersise more and get support. :). Thanks

by JanyMac on Jun 20, 2008 at 10:26 am

Sounds very nice and relaxing! I am a fair skinned person and I burn very easily; I can relate. Enjoy your garden this summer.

by bikeninja on Jun 18, 2008 at 10:59 am

getting fresh air is one thing.on a tread mill it will wear your shoes faster.there are all kinds of watches out here to give you any and all the info you could want.try the nike plus.i like outside way better.nature!

by urbanhiker on Jun 18, 2008 at 1:22 pm

Don't fixate on going outside if you have been successful on your treadmill. Keep up your workout on the treadmill and do other active things outside, such as garden, walking for pleasure, dining al fresco, etc. You can always rent a bike for a day or try roller blading for fun!

by joshkennard on Jun 20, 2008 at 12:37 pm

The Nike plus is a Great way to Keep Time, distance and calories burned. It keeps me motivated. I like the different sceneries and try to do a few new routes a week just to mix it up a little.

by GraceLazenby on Jun 20, 2008 at 6:19 pm

Treadmill workouts are great!! It is also great that you are mixing it up with outdoor running. Mix it up with hills, sprints and steady runs so that your body doesn't get used to the same thing everyday.

Good luck and keep treading!! You will see a difference each week.

by urbanhiker on Jun 18, 2008 at 1:25 pm

Even though the machine data may not be accurate, it is still a great way to compete against yourself. Use the data as a tool to increase your time, distance, calories every time you work out! If you enter the same info at the start of your work out you can compete against your last time, etc.

by MarcoRedmond on May 30, 2008 at 12:08 pm

Thanks for the suggestions Albert. I pretty much do everything you suggest but I have the same issue that others have posted about here and that is to stay motivated to do something active every day.

The mental part is what has me stymied so far so I would be grateful if you have suggestions on how to deal with overcoming mental roadblocks. Thanks again Albert.

by bikeninja on Jun 3, 2008 at 9:52 am

do you listen to music?set a goal.get others involved.i kind of compition.who can walk the most in a day or week.

by Kab625 on Jun 14, 2008 at 6:28 am

Hi Marco,

Is there anything that you really like to do? It's easier if you pick a pleasureable activity - the mental roadblocks disappear. There are so many ways to be active. If you really love listening to music for instance, try joining a gym and listening to your favorite music when you walk on a treadmill, or if you have the space get one at home.

It can't seem like a chore.

by WLuz on Jun 18, 2008 at 1:51 pm

Hi Albert. I was wondering what your advice on milk was. I've heard it attributes to weight loss, but how much should one drink on a daily basis?

by AlbertChong on Jun 28, 2008 at 11:30 pm

Oops, lost track of this thread, WLuz. I haven't heard about milk contributing to weight loss (dieticians, want to weigh in on this?). But I do know that milk is a great source of calcium, which contributes to bone health.

by AlbertChong on Jun 28, 2008 at 11:31 pm

Remember, we stop ADDING to our bone mass after our late twenties. So it's important to add as much as possible before then. After that, we're just trying to keep up with your body's everyday losses. You should be getting 1000-1500mg of calcium a day.

by bikeninja on Jun 3, 2008 at 9:46 am

try changing your diet.i am vegan.it makes food choices easy.no animal stuff at all.

by delitaagain on Sep 18, 2008 at 12:12 pm

Hey, M! Congrats to you for changing your life! That is so awesome. I'm still morbidly obese but counting the days now until my BMI drops to merely obese. ;-) I do CrossFit which can be scaled to any age or level of ability (but looks like the most intense, so don't let that scare you off. Also, a good diet helps. (to be continued...)

by delitaagain on Sep 18, 2008 at 12:16 pm

I wouldn't do any diet that drops any major food group. Finding how food affect me has set me free. It is a process but there is help. Feel free to contact me. I'll be happy to be a supporter. It is more possible than ever, so much knowledge available now and people who are doing this in big numbers and for the long term. You can do it too! You've already proved that. Very glad to *meet* you, M!

by bikeninja on Jun 3, 2008 at 9:48 am

change it up.walk diferant routes.do you listen to music?try that.set a goal on distance or speed.the options are endless.be creative.

by beck23 on Jun 28, 2008 at 2:56 pm

I would definitely change up the routine. Thereâ??s no motivation if your workout is boring to you. Maybe take some exciting new classes at a local gym? I like to look up hiking spots in my area. Its a great way to get exercise. I also personally like to work out with a friend, who has the same goals as I do. Then we both know what we are going for. You could also use a little competition.

by bikeninja on Jun 3, 2008 at 9:50 am

try doing stuff at lunch.can you ride your bike to work?use a babby joger.and take the little one out for a run or fast pace walk.roller blade.

by DermNurseMandee on Jun 15, 2008 at 8:18 pm

Maybe incorporate the baby in your activity. Get a jogger stroller and take her on little outings for a brisk walk, jog. One you will get exercise, two she will love the bonding with daddy time and three as she grows it shows her how intrical in life being active is.



Good luck!

by poompalou1 on May 20, 2008 at 4:57 pm

i'm totally psyched that i've gotten a message from the future - what's it like in 2012??

:)

by gbfuego on Jun 11, 2008 at 2:41 pm

Couldn't agree more with that simple mantra of eating less and moving more to be healthy. We just need to make the right decisions around food and make the time for exercise.