workouts for depression - Page 3

horsemom2 · 02-02-11, 08:54 AM

Top pick has been and always will be Nia's Unplugged.

Newer suggestion would be Andrea Metcalf's Keeping fit Cardio.

Barb S
who needs music when down to motivate movement

AZY · 02-02-11, 09:01 AM

Tae Boe Live Series - I did Vol 5 Advanced this morning, and it had such a fun factor. Great music, Billy is fun and spontaneous, no costumes, people of all shapes, sizes, ages and abilities, even one who is handicapped, all appearing to be doing their best and enjoying it along with Billy.

Wishing you a speedy recovery and enjoyment in moving...

Anne Y

Michele S · 02-02-11, 10:02 AM

thanks everyone! I feel perkier just reading this thread!

There are zumba classes at the gym... I *want* to try them but have 2 left feet. (Plus, *my* gym is the student center where I am faculty so some classes, like zumba, are filled with teeny/tiny co-ed's..) I may just suck it up and try it!

Does anyone like Wii Zumba?

I'm also thinking that I need to buy 1 or 2 Ellen studio workouts.

I should have mentioned in my OP that I walk outside everyday too... with the dogs and my 5 yr old so I don't *count* it as exercise. LOL! But, I do get sun everyday.

This morning, I did 10 min of Cathe abs (from AbHits) and the ball segment of StretchMax. Then I went to the gym after taking the kids to school and walked on the treadmill for 50min. I feel OK so far today; just a little anxious.

Anywhoo, thanks again... Keep the great suggestions coming!!

xxoo

Lucky Star · 02-02-11, 10:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Michele S

There are zumba classes at the gym... I *want* to try them but have 2 left feet. (Plus, *my* gym is the student center where I am faculty so some classes, like zumba, are filled with teeny/tiny co-ed's..) I may just suck it up and try it!

Does anyone like Wii Zumba?

Yes, I do!!

And I think it's also a great way for you to test the waters before heading to a live class. Not that it matters (or should matter) how you look in a Zumba class, but if it's mostly teeny-tiny co-eds...

Mary09(b) · 02-02-11, 10:32 AM

I haven't done Zumba but it's not real footwork heavy, is it? A lot of hip action, I thought. You'll be fine. Teeny co-eds will be so consumed with how they themselves are looking and doing, they will not care about you!

Michele S · 02-04-11, 03:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mary09(b)

I haven't done Zumba but it's not real footwork heavy, is it? A lot of hip action, I thought. You'll be fine. Teeny co-eds will be so consumed with how they themselves are looking and doing, they will not care about you!

let's hope not! LOL!

I think I may try the Wii version 1st!

JackieB · 02-04-11, 04:43 PM

I've been struggling with my crazy thyroid---up and down. I've been liking Classical Stretch, walking outside, Ellen, and Petra.

Jackie

skelly50 · 02-04-11, 05:55 PM

Another vote for Ravi and Ana. Does the trick every time. I especially love Yoga Bliss Hips and Dance the Chakras for mood elevation.

lfcjasp · 02-04-11, 06:00 PM

No advice here...but maybe sunshine (one of those lights???) and fresh air and dancing...and {{{{{{{{{{{Michele}}}}}}}}}}}}}}. I so hope you feel better soon...physically, mentally and emotionally...and spiritually

Saffie J · 02-04-11, 09:13 PM

I recently purchased a mini-tramp (rebounder) and use it while playing the Tracy Anderson Tel Aviv workouts. It has become my favourite workout, I love it, have so much fun and feel great afterwards. Tracy's music is not normally my thing but I find the music so much fun while rebounding.

You mentioned that you have lymphatic drainage issues - I don't know much about that but wondering if rebouding might help as I have read it is good for the lymphatic system (http://www.healingdaily.com/exercise...and-health.htm) - just a thought.

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02-02-11, 08:54 AM
horsemom2 Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: NJ	Top pick has been and always will be Nia's Unplugged. Newer suggestion would be Andrea Metcalf's Keeping fit Cardio. Barb S who needs music when down to motivate movement __________________ Barb S Visit my blog for info about various video sites including tips for downloading or streaming video files: neverendingplateau.blogspot.com

02-02-11, 09:01 AM
AZY VF Supporter Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Raleigh, NC	Tae Boe Live Series - I did Vol 5 Advanced this morning, and it had such a fun factor. Great music, Billy is fun and spontaneous, no costumes, people of all shapes, sizes, ages and abilities, even one who is handicapped, all appearing to be doing their best and enjoying it along with Billy. Wishing you a speedy recovery and enjoyment in moving... Anne Y

02-02-11, 10:02 AM
Michele S Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: USA	thanks everyone! I feel perkier just reading this thread! There are zumba classes at the gym... I want to try them but have 2 left feet. (Plus, my gym is the student center where I am faculty so some classes, like zumba, are filled with teeny/tiny co-ed's..) I may just suck it up and try it! Does anyone like Wii Zumba? I'm also thinking that I need to buy 1 or 2 Ellen studio workouts. I should have mentioned in my OP that I walk outside everyday too... with the dogs and my 5 yr old so I don't count it as exercise. LOL! But, I do get sun everyday. This morning, I did 10 min of Cathe abs (from AbHits) and the ball segment of StretchMax. Then I went to the gym after taking the kids to school and walked on the treadmill for 50min. I feel OK so far today; just a little anxious. Anywhoo, thanks again... Keep the great suggestions coming!! xxoo __________________ BC survivor (diagnosed Dec 2008)

02-02-11, 10:32 AM
Mary09(b) Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Arizona	I haven't done Zumba but it's not real footwork heavy, is it? A lot of hip action, I thought. You'll be fine. Teeny co-eds will be so consumed with how they themselves are looking and doing, they will not care about you!

02-04-11, 04:43 PM
JackieB VF Supporter Join Date: May 2005 Location: Minnesota	I've been struggling with my crazy thyroid---up and down. I've been liking Classical Stretch, walking outside, Ellen, and Petra. Jackie

02-04-11, 05:55 PM
skelly50 VF Supporter Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Boston	Another vote for Ravi and Ana. Does the trick every time. I especially love Yoga Bliss Hips and Dance the Chakras for mood elevation.

02-04-11, 06:00 PM
lfcjasp Exchange Moderator Join Date: May 2003 Location: Hampton Roads, VA	No advice here...but maybe sunshine (one of those lights???) and fresh air and dancing...and {{{{{{{{{{{Michele}}}}}}}}}}}}}}. I so hope you feel better soon...physically, mentally and emotionally...and spiritually __________________ Lydia

02-04-11, 09:13 PM
Saffie J Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Australia	I recently purchased a mini-tramp (rebounder) and use it while playing the Tracy Anderson Tel Aviv workouts. It has become my favourite workout, I love it, have so much fun and feel great afterwards. Tracy's music is not normally my thing but I find the music so much fun while rebounding. You mentioned that you have lymphatic drainage issues - I don't know much about that but wondering if rebouding might help as I have read it is good for the lymphatic system (http://www.healingdaily.com/exercise...and-health.htm) - just a thought.