Help! I'm sedentary...and I'm tired of Leslie! - Page 2

millie · 10-02-10, 07:04 AM

If you are thinking DVDs -- some prevention workouts may fit the bill -- Sugar Solution and others by Chris Freytag (and some clock in at 20 minutes ) so you will be done quickly.

kauaigirl · 10-02-10, 07:19 AM

Hi there!

Congratulations on recognizing the problem and taking action to remedy it! I have a few beginner level DVDs that are just taking up space on my shelf and I'd be happy to send them to you for an SASE. Just email me and we can work out details.

Take care,
Sherri

Demeris · 10-02-10, 07:31 AM

I'm going to suggest some of Charlene Prickett's low impact stuff. I'm grateful to her for getting my cardiovascular health kick started a few years ago.

Lexy · 10-02-10, 07:50 AM

Uh, about the dog thing. Seriously, that's a HUGE commitment and most days you can have my 7mo old pup.

BUT it did start a habit of walking every blessed morning for 1.5 to 2 miles. Here's the thing that could be viewed as good news or bad: The pup isn't worn out at 2 miles anymore (lab) and I've had to start adding more loops to the walk.

You don't have to feed a dvd either. Just sayin. Walking is wonderful, a recumbent bike is wonderful, new dvds are wonderful, puppies - not so much.

Mopsy · 10-02-10, 08:05 AM

A couple of thoughts. Can you walk to work, or do you have too much stuff to carry? You seem to have time between appointments, so maybe you can use that time to "commute", rather than sit around.

And about those meds you're on... have you had them re-evaluated since you started? They can affect weight, metabolism, etc.

I like the idea of a stationary/recumbent bike (you can read and watch tv while you cycle), some step tapes without the step (more interesting choreography, possibly better music), and maybe throw in some strength training.

Is your son active? When he's with you, maybe you can do outdoors stuff together. Sometimes just having a partner is the motivation you need!

Good luck

PeakFitness · 10-02-10, 08:15 AM

There are a lot of people doing walking workouts, not just Leslie. I have the Prevention one with Chris Freytag. Debra Mazda was also mentioned. Kathy Smith has one. You can look at collagevideo.com and see a bunch of different walking workouts and see what level they all are. It would get you away from the 4 basic moves at least.

I also can sit around reading all day if I'm really enjoying the book, I get totally "in the zone" and don't want to stop reading. But I started using it as a reward and don't pick up a book till I workout first.

lfcjasp · 10-02-10, 08:29 AM

Lexy is right...walking a dog is great exercise, but also it's like having a little child around who never grows up...a big commitment. And the little darlings can get pricey: food, vet visits, and if you're renting will a dog even be allowed?

I wear a pedometer many days and it's been a big motivator to keep moving...otherwise I'd probably sit at this computer playing games, researching whatever comes up...I'm not good at just sitting and watching TV...have to be up and doing something along with the watching

Good luck with your journey. You took the first step by realizing you have a problem and need help and that's probably the hardest part!

imhere2dance · 10-02-10, 08:35 AM

Tired of Leslie?!! Say what?

LOL

Try walking outside when the weather is nice. Or walk in place while watching TV. My mom does that twice a day for 30 minutes at a time.

If you have a library near you, see if you can borrow some exercise DVDs.

Demeris · 10-02-10, 08:40 AM

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Originally Posted by kauaigirl

Hi there!

Congratulations on recognizing the problem and taking action to remedy it! I have a few beginner level DVDs that are just taking up space on my shelf and I'd be happy to send them to you for an SASE. Just email me and we can work out details.

Take care,
Sherri

I want to second Sherri's offer. PM me, and I'll tell you what I have.

Whitney · 10-02-10, 09:40 AM

I'll add in a vote for something like a bike or mini elliptical, that's how I got started working out on a regular basis. I'd DVR all my favorite shows and not watch them unless I was working out. It got me started on a regular workout schedule and helped build up my fitness until I was ready to start with more videos.

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10-02-10, 07:04 AM
millie Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Washington DC Metro	If you are thinking DVDs -- some prevention workouts may fit the bill -- Sugar Solution and others by Chris Freytag (and some clock in at 20 minutes ) so you will be done quickly.

10-02-10, 07:19 AM
kauaigirl Join Date: May 2003 Location: Wisconsin. But I'll always be a Michigan girl at heart!	Hi there! Congratulations on recognizing the problem and taking action to remedy it! I have a few beginner level DVDs that are just taking up space on my shelf and I'd be happy to send them to you for an SASE. Just email me and we can work out details. Take care, Sherri __________________ Michigan Football Is Life...The Rest Is Just Details

10-02-10, 07:31 AM
Demeris Join Date: Dec 2006	I'm going to suggest some of Charlene Prickett's low impact stuff. I'm grateful to her for getting my cardiovascular health kick started a few years ago.

10-02-10, 07:50 AM
Lexy VF Supporter Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Amelia Island FL	Uh, about the dog thing. Seriously, that's a HUGE commitment and most days you can have my 7mo old pup. BUT it did start a habit of walking every blessed morning for 1.5 to 2 miles. Here's the thing that could be viewed as good news or bad: The pup isn't worn out at 2 miles anymore (lab) and I've had to start adding more loops to the walk. You don't have to feed a dvd either. Just sayin. Walking is wonderful, a recumbent bike is wonderful, new dvds are wonderful, puppies - not so much. __________________ Lexy It is better to travel well than to arrive - Buddhist proverb Train because you love your body, not because you hate your body. (Girls Gone Strong)

10-02-10, 08:05 AM
Mopsy VF Supporter Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: central New York	A couple of thoughts. Can you walk to work, or do you have too much stuff to carry? You seem to have time between appointments, so maybe you can use that time to "commute", rather than sit around. And about those meds you're on... have you had them re-evaluated since you started? They can affect weight, metabolism, etc. I like the idea of a stationary/recumbent bike (you can read and watch tv while you cycle), some step tapes without the step (more interesting choreography, possibly better music), and maybe throw in some strength training. Is your son active? When he's with you, maybe you can do outdoors stuff together. Sometimes just having a partner is the motivation you need! Good luck __________________ Louise

10-02-10, 08:15 AM
PeakFitness Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Southern USA	There are a lot of people doing walking workouts, not just Leslie. I have the Prevention one with Chris Freytag. Debra Mazda was also mentioned. Kathy Smith has one. You can look at collagevideo.com and see a bunch of different walking workouts and see what level they all are. It would get you away from the 4 basic moves at least. I also can sit around reading all day if I'm really enjoying the book, I get totally "in the zone" and don't want to stop reading. But I started using it as a reward and don't pick up a book till I workout first. __________________ I need a good signature line!

10-02-10, 08:29 AM
lfcjasp Exchange Moderator Join Date: May 2003 Location: Hampton Roads, VA	Lexy is right...walking a dog is great exercise, but also it's like having a little child around who never grows up...a big commitment. And the little darlings can get pricey: food, vet visits, and if you're renting will a dog even be allowed? I wear a pedometer many days and it's been a big motivator to keep moving...otherwise I'd probably sit at this computer playing games, researching whatever comes up...I'm not good at just sitting and watching TV...have to be up and doing something along with the watching Good luck with your journey. You took the first step by realizing you have a problem and need help and that's probably the hardest part! __________________ Lydia

10-02-10, 08:35 AM
imhere2dance Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Virginia	Tired of Leslie?!! Say what? LOL Try walking outside when the weather is nice. Or walk in place while watching TV. My mom does that twice a day for 30 minutes at a time. If you have a library near you, see if you can borrow some exercise DVDs.

10-02-10, 09:40 AM
Whitney Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Missouri	I'll add in a vote for something like a bike or mini elliptical, that's how I got started working out on a regular basis. I'd DVR all my favorite shows and not watch them unless I was working out. It got me started on a regular workout schedule and helped build up my fitness until I was ready to start with more videos.