Five Ways to Pick up the Exercise Habit Again

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MrFreeze — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 20:17:38 GMT

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aemit — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 21:27:56 GMT

Very good suggestions, especially #2 and #3. However, it is important to understand a good point from Brad Pilon (eatstopeat.com): we should use exercise to build muscle and nutrition to lose or gain weight. In other words, we should not exercise in order to lose weight, losing weight should be accomplished by eating LESS. There are various methods for how to eat less and each person should find the best way that suits best.

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Keikukaren — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 03:48:24 GMT

Walking is such a great way to begin exercising. Get started with 10 minutes a day. You can wear a pedometer and keep track of your steps or just time yourself with a watch. Pretty soon you start to feel really good while exercising that you don't want to stop, or at least you want to go a little longer each time. With the winter ice and snow here, you could check out the local mall and do your walking indoors. Some malls are open a couple hours before the stores are actually open, that way you don't have to dodge the shoppers!

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Born2x — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 17:36:49 GMT

Two months ago I started a health challenge at my church. Part of the challenge was committing to exercise at least 3 times per week. The results after just two months have been amazing. Not only are people losing weight, but blood pressures are dropping like crazy. One gentleman, who continued having high blood pressure even after being on BP medication, has consistently been UNDER 120/75 for the last 2 weeks. In fact, I’ve convinced him to see his doctor about possibly getting off the meds.

Take away point: EXERCISE REGULARLY. Your body will thank you.

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CrowSnake — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 17:33:57 GMT

I got a really bad flu and it interputed my workouts. I was up to 45 mins on the eliptical and 15 mins of lifting with 8 lb hand weights for my stretch workout before my carido on the eliptical. I was sick for nearly a month. 2 weeks of really sick. I finally felt like I could work out Monday and I did. I lifted and then could only do 10 mins on the eliptical. I was really sick.. Then yesterday evening I was SORE. I never get sore, no matter how much I push it. My heart rate was normal through the work out, but It may have been 5 or so BPM higher then usual at top end. I tell you the flu can really kill your work out.. I am starting from scratch again. It is depressing. I need to get in good shape for Bike Week and I only have 3 or 4 weeks left now. We push our selves so hard on vacation that if I am not in shape I end up with shin splints.. That is usualy the only thing that gets sore on me. I have not figured out how to work those muscles at home very well. I guess I need to google it. I know that the shoes make a big difference in shin splints.. I learned that running shoes worn walking are very hard on your shins...

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kath.natividad — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 05:03:09 GMT

im so lazy to exercise...

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Valentius — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 03:05:50 GMT

"Put away your 'fat clothes'"? For a lot of people, that would mean not having ANY clothes that fit. I do not think this is a healthy approach.

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Duparc — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 01:43:50 GMT

When one has energy it is easy and natural to find ways to expend it but energy depletes through illness, bad diet, or simply ageing, when it then becomes easier to expend it thinking of ways to avoid exercising. When young, one has heaps of it and seeks ways to expend it but, irrespective of Hannover's comment, it does not stay with us into old age. At 78 I avoid exercising yet I am fit and healthy and still have an interesting libido and most people consider me to be around 20 years younger. I have no difficulty gardening, doing domestic DIY jobs, running, which I occasionally enjoy, nor dancing when my wife and I can remain on the floor all evening but, regular exercising; never! I enjoy my life too much to squander it on physical exertion which can wear out the joints!

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alm260 — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 21:14:35 GMT

I was feeling sluggish yesterday (must have not ate the right foods for my metabolic type) and felt like taking a nap, but instead pushed myself to do exercise instead. I just bought the "Dancing with the Stars cardio workout". It really burned the thighs! It was a little more than what I'm use to, but hopefully can build up some endurance.

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Dr Rik — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 20:04:17 GMT

6) Do something you like. The golf game that you play is much better than the tennis you keep "re-scheduling". I surf every chance I get so there has NEVER been an issue of not enough exercise. Just not enough free time and waves :)

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Hannover — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 19:24:16 GMT

By way of encouragement, this experience: Yesterday, while having a minor medical procedure and laying naked on the table, one of the nurses asked for my age. When I told her, 75, she remarked "you look very good for your age, you must be taking good care of yourself". Guess, I am - - reading Dr. Mercola faithfully, eating a balanced diet (mindful of my diabetes and high blood pressure), exercising 3 times per week on the 30-minutes Curves circuit, being active as a volunteer. Started = picked up regular exercise just 4 years ago sure has had positive results!

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westerncoloradogirl — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 19:09:53 GMT

My exercise routine consists of brisk walks and yoga (or stretching and strengthening, if you prefer). Nothing fancy needed. Good shoes, a mat, blocks and a blanket, plus an open road and a little indoor space. I am 6'1" (female) and weigh 135 (age 49). My blood pressure is low and heart rate normal, and when my doctor handed me the results of my most recent blood analysis, he said he wished his blood was so good. Did I mention I eat mostly whole and raw foods? I rarely miss a day of exercise, even in the most hectic of times. My inspiration: I feel good after I exercise. What better "excuse." In a bad mood? Exercise. Feeling lazy? Exercise. And don't forget to skip the processed food diet.

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curious7 — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:32:44 GMT

Here is an idea, many of say we just cannot find the time to exercise. First keep a daily journal of your daily activities, and do so for about two weeks. Then review your activities, see which ones are really necessary, and which ones are not. Look to see where you can plug in some time to exercise. If this in turn works for you continue to keep the journal, of activities, specifically your exercise how much and when.

Make exercise a goal and keep a record, a written record of your goal to exercise. When you slip, write it down, same when you meet your goal. Schedule, schedule, schedule.

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LucasBee — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 15:47:35 GMT

I just started working out again! I have kept it up for three weeks and after seeing the results I just cant stop. I got the 30 day shred dvd that Jillian from the biggest loser made on amazon. It was so affordable and only 25 minutes a day. I don't know why i never thought I didn't have the time before. I have not lost one single pound but all my clothes are too big for me and I am toning up! It is an amazing feeling to sit down in a chair and feel your stomach muscles and not have to tuck in that layer of fat into your pants! I liked tip number 5! Its a good motivation to keep going as well once you start to see results. Sometimes I got to the point where I was so sore I couldn't walk down the stairs but when my legs were sore I would just do the arms on her video. Just whatever happens, don't give up and everything will get so much better! Just tell yourself that no matter what happens your not going to give up. Stop counting pounds!!! The results are not in your weight! Starving yourself will only get rid of your muscle. You will feel so great once you start working out. :o)

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dutchkris — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 15:02:37 GMT

So right, Patty! We should always try to be positive about ourselves (and gentle!).