An Introduction--Join Me!! - Page 34

new2me · 04-14-05, 11:03 AM

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Originally Posted by melzie

If I wasn't sitting in chair all day in front of a computer I would never have found you.

That's me too. I'm at work so when it's busy I can't play, but when it's slow, I'm here all day, lol.

nomio · 04-22-05, 02:32 PM

I love to exercise. I love body movement of any kind. I love the rush I get when a new DVD arrives in the mail. I’ve been at this a long time. I was a Firmie back in the 80s. More recently, I was a huge Cathe fan until her recent Hardcore release, when I lost my enthusiasm for her new products. At about the same time, and more importantly, I discovered that my aging body is speaking to me (58) and asking that I change some things. After too many injuries and bouts with overtraining caused by ignoring my need for a longer recovery time, I’m leaving the high intensity and heavy weights behind. The Bar Method and Lotte Berk style deep muscle work is effective and really enjoyable. I have always preferred barefoot work. By visiting the Video Forum, Cinza’s posts introduced me to Yamuna Ball Rolling and Mindi’s enthusiasm prompted me to try Yoga Booty Ballet, which is fantastic! Thank you, ladies. I invested in Peter Egoscue’s books after reading a discussion of his therapy on the Video Forum. My next adventure is to see what develops with the NIA Technique. The vibe from all of you is wonderful; I’ve found some kindred spirits here. Thank you, all.

Nomio

new2me · 04-22-05, 03:52 PM

You're welcome Nomio--glad you introduced yourself!!

Laura S. · 04-22-05, 05:47 PM

Nomio.

Welcome! I'm glad you have found information you need/want and are having a good time reading. I'd warn you to guard your credit card while you're here, because visiting VF can lead to purchases, but you've already discovered that!

tytbody · 04-22-05, 10:26 PM

WELCOME You will love it here. I'm new also and have found my searching very enjoyable.Everyone helps you. But you have direction of which I don't yet but I"m trying a few topics to see where I fit or just get known. I'm also 50 have not been a home adict but I am becoming one quick and I'm very very glad to be one.

cindylouhoo · 04-30-05, 12:28 PM

Hello! My name is Cynthia. I'm 28 and have been married for almost 2 years. I live in Florida, but was raised near St. Louis. I bought my first exercise video about 3 years ago, but wasn't serious about working out at that point. A few months before my wedding in July 2003, I decided to get serious about exercising, as I had about 20 lbs. that I wanted to lose. I lost about 5 lbs., but then fell off the wagon right before the wedding. I finally re-committed myself to living a healthy lifestyle in January 2004 and have been able to lose all my weight with the help of fitness videos. For so long I made the usual excuses, i.e, I'm too tired, I don't have the time, etc. Finally, I decided to do something, even if it meant getting up at the crack of dawn. With a 40 minute commute and a job that started at 8:00 AM, I decided to get up as early as 4:15 AM to work out. I now live closer to my new job and don't have to be there until 9:00 AM, but I still get up fairly early to work out. Working out in the morning has given me so much energy! I find videos soooo convenient for exercising - lugging myself to a gym just isn't for me! My current goals are to maintain my weight (if I happen to lose a few extra pounds, that would be nice, but no biggie if not), work up from the intermediate to advanced level, and to continue toning my body, especially my thighs, which seem ever so hard to do!

I look forward to getting to you all of you!

new2me · 04-30-05, 03:49 PM

Hi and welcome Cynthia!!! Congratulations on taking charge of your health!!!! (I have a few issues with my thighs as well, lol!)

Laura S. · 04-30-05, 04:33 PM

Welcome to VF, Cynthia. I'm sure you'll find lots of new ideas for exercising here. Guard your credit cards!

Helen · 04-30-05, 07:37 PM

Welcome Cynthia!
I'm rather new too, but have been made to feel welcome. Laura is right about the credit card thing - but be STRONG!! (Mentally that is, about new stuff)
I'm impressed with 20lb and 4:15 getups is truly amazing!! I impressed myself by rising at 8:30 for a Sunday today!

binky10 · 04-30-05, 10:46 PM

Welcome Cynthia!

Congratulations on your commitment to staying fit and healthy!
I'm sort of new too. Joined beginning of April. You will find everyone here very friendly and helpful. Also a lot of LOL's!!!

Barb K

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04-22-05, 02:32 PM
nomio Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Pacific Northwest	An Introduction I love to exercise. I love body movement of any kind. I love the rush I get when a new DVD arrives in the mail. I’ve been at this a long time. I was a Firmie back in the 80s. More recently, I was a huge Cathe fan until her recent Hardcore release, when I lost my enthusiasm for her new products. At about the same time, and more importantly, I discovered that my aging body is speaking to me (58) and asking that I change some things. After too many injuries and bouts with overtraining caused by ignoring my need for a longer recovery time, I’m leaving the high intensity and heavy weights behind. The Bar Method and Lotte Berk style deep muscle work is effective and really enjoyable. I have always preferred barefoot work. By visiting the Video Forum, Cinza’s posts introduced me to Yamuna Ball Rolling and Mindi’s enthusiasm prompted me to try Yoga Booty Ballet, which is fantastic! Thank you, ladies. I invested in Peter Egoscue’s books after reading a discussion of his therapy on the Video Forum. My next adventure is to see what develops with the NIA Technique. The vibe from all of you is wonderful; I’ve found some kindred spirits here. Thank you, all. Nomio

04-22-05, 03:52 PM
new2me Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Northern California	You're welcome Nomio--glad you introduced yourself!! __________________ Donna The sudden precious moments in life need to be recognized for the unique periods they are, not wasted by wishing for something else. Edith Schaeffer

04-22-05, 05:47 PM
Laura S. VF Supporter Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Raleigh, NC	Nomio. Welcome! I'm glad you have found information you need/want and are having a good time reading. I'd warn you to guard your credit card while you're here, because visiting VF can lead to purchases, but you've already discovered that! __________________ Laura Laura's Workout Mantras: Something is better than nothing The best workout is the one you will DO

04-22-05, 10:26 PM
tytbody VF Supporter Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: MA	WELCOME You will love it here. I'm new also and have found my searching very enjoyable.Everyone helps you. But you have direction of which I don't yet but I"m trying a few topics to see where I fit or just get known. I'm also 50 have not been a home adict but I am becoming one quick and I'm very very glad to be one. __________________ ~~~Cheryl Completed a 10 day Pilates Challenge 2019 Completed Pilates 7 day Challenge 2019 Live Life Simply -Simply Love Life

04-30-05, 12:28 PM
cindylouhoo Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Newberry, Florida	Hello from another newbie! Hello! My name is Cynthia. I'm 28 and have been married for almost 2 years. I live in Florida, but was raised near St. Louis. I bought my first exercise video about 3 years ago, but wasn't serious about working out at that point. A few months before my wedding in July 2003, I decided to get serious about exercising, as I had about 20 lbs. that I wanted to lose. I lost about 5 lbs., but then fell off the wagon right before the wedding. I finally re-committed myself to living a healthy lifestyle in January 2004 and have been able to lose all my weight with the help of fitness videos. For so long I made the usual excuses, i.e, I'm too tired, I don't have the time, etc. Finally, I decided to do something, even if it meant getting up at the crack of dawn. With a 40 minute commute and a job that started at 8:00 AM, I decided to get up as early as 4:15 AM to work out. I now live closer to my new job and don't have to be there until 9:00 AM, but I still get up fairly early to work out. Working out in the morning has given me so much energy! I find videos soooo convenient for exercising - lugging myself to a gym just isn't for me! My current goals are to maintain my weight (if I happen to lose a few extra pounds, that would be nice, but no biggie if not), work up from the intermediate to advanced level, and to continue toning my body, especially my thighs, which seem ever so hard to do! I look forward to getting to you all of you!

04-30-05, 03:49 PM
new2me Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Northern California	Hi and welcome Cynthia!!! Congratulations on taking charge of your health!!!! (I have a few issues with my thighs as well, lol!) __________________ Donna The sudden precious moments in life need to be recognized for the unique periods they are, not wasted by wishing for something else. Edith Schaeffer

04-30-05, 04:33 PM
Laura S. VF Supporter Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Raleigh, NC	Welcome to VF, Cynthia. I'm sure you'll find lots of new ideas for exercising here. Guard your credit cards! __________________ Laura Laura's Workout Mantras: Something is better than nothing The best workout is the one you will DO

04-30-05, 07:37 PM
Helen Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Australia	Welcome Cynthia! I'm rather new too, but have been made to feel welcome. Laura is right about the credit card thing - but be STRONG!! (Mentally that is, about new stuff) I'm impressed with 20lb and 4:15 getups is truly amazing!! I impressed myself by rising at 8:30 for a Sunday today! __________________ 2024: 👏 STRIVE rather than settle.👏 💪STRONG rather than soft.💪 • No exercise can compensate for a poor diet. 😖 • Walking is phenomenally good for me. 😊 • Resistance training is critical. 💯 ¹ Walk first ² Weights next ³ Cardio for fun ⁴ Add stretch & balance.

04-30-05, 10:46 PM
binky10 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Ohio	Welcome Cynthia! Congratulations on your commitment to staying fit and healthy! I'm sort of new too. Joined beginning of April. You will find everyone here very friendly and helpful. Also a lot of LOL's!!! Barb K