Exercise for the sake of exercise

[TheRealMeIsHere! 863]

Don't take this the wrong way, but have you considered a job?

In my experience, a great way to burn off lots of energy.

If this is something you would consider talk to someone in your states' vocational rehabilitation office to see if this is an option. I actually went through voc rehab for my surgery. Their goal is to help people get off disability (either partially or completely) and get back to work.

They told me they have nothing I can do. My pain varies day to day, and there are things I cannot do or can only do for short times, such as reading or computer work as that causes me to move my neck, which causes pain .

[TheRealMeIsHere! 863]

I do garden, hike and walk. DVD's from a library, that's a GREAT idea, I'm sure they must have some!

Being retired on permanent disability, just leaves SOOOOO much time to fill. Plus, I sleep very little, so that makes for even more time to fill, lol! Trying to find ways to fill all or most of it with active, calorie burning things. Too bad there's not a forum for retired or disabled people on here. Bet then I could find out some other options

There isn't a forum, but I can create a new thread once I get home

YES please!! and thank you! There must be other disabled/retired people out there, trying to stay active.

[TheRealMeIsHere! 863]

I do garden, hike and walk. DVD's from a library, that's a GREAT idea, I'm sure they must have some!

Being retired on permanent disability, just leaves SOOOOO much time to fill. Plus, I sleep very little, so that makes for even more time to fill, lol! Trying to find ways to fill all or most of it with active, calorie burning things. Too bad there's not a forum for retired or disabled people on here. Bet then I could find out some other options

Ask Alex to create one. If there's enough interest, he will.

Sent Alex a message, so we'll see if there is a need for a forum of this nature. That would be great to find others with too much time on there hands, who understand disability limitations but still want to be active!

[Inner Surfer Girl 12,015]

Or, just start a new thread in this forum with a very explicit question/title for what you want... You don't need to wait for someone else to do it for you.

[padremama 101]

I understand completely. I lived in a house on a busy street in not that safe of a neighborhood and could not make myself walk. And did not like getting in my car and driving somewhere to walk. Just thought I hated walking.

A year ago moved to a safe senior mobile home park. Still didn't walk. After surgery I started walking just one block. Then two blocks. I am now up to 3 blocks which isn't much but a hell of lot better than none. And I love it!! Meeting new people all the time as I walk. Sometimes I am sitting here around 7 before it gets dark and remember I haven't walked and just go do it without dreading it.

So I think it is making convenient whatever exercise you do. Not something that takes more effort mentally or physically to begin than the actual exercise. Hope this wasn't too confusing.

[Daisee68 2,493]

Buy DVDs.

Are there any that you know of that are high energy, dance or Zumba? I've bought some that said they were, but they felt like slow motion to me. As long as I modify the arm moves, that would be a great option!

I know you said you don't have good internet access, but if you can access (maybe from the library), you might check out www.collagevideo.com. It is a good site for all kinds of exercise DVD's and you are able to sort them buy all kinds of different workout types, goals, etc. Then they will have reviews and generally a brief sample of the actual video. That might help you to locate one that would suit your needs.

[TheRealMeIsHere! 863]

Buy DVDs.

Are there any that you know of that are high energy, dance or Zumba? I've bought some that said they were, but they felt like slow motion to me. As long as I modify the arm moves, that would be a great option!

I know you said you don't have good internet access, but if you can access (maybe from the library), you might check out www.collagevideo.com. It is a good site for all kinds of exercise DVD's and you are able to sort them buy all kinds of different workout types, goals, etc. Then they will have reviews and generally a brief sample of the actual video. That might help you to locate one that would suit your needs.

THANK YOU so much!! Definitely checking that site

[Stevehud 1,790]

take up photography, go hiking to find those great pic's,

[Chrystee 838]

take up photography, go hiking to find those great pic's,

Good suggestion..

[OKCPirate 5,323]

My initial thought was this is the wrong site for this question. We are good at things baritric, but not people with mobility issues, so I googled: exercise for those with disabilities

http://www.disabledsportsusa.org/resources/challenge-magazine/?gclid=Cj0KEQjwz6KtBRDwgq-LsKjMk9kBEiQAuaxWUr3AqMTraF7-zytngzen-c1Qg-KyKGrNYDytoMzokwkaAgIL8P8HAQ

http://www.disabled-world.com/fitness/exercise/

These forums may be great resources for you.

[matildabut2002 1]

Have you thought about joining the YMCA and using there pool for classes, or check to see if your local high school has a pool with classes.

[TheRealMeIsHere! 863]

Have you thought about joining the YMCA and using there pool for classes, or check to see if your local high school has a pool with classes.

No YMCA or school with a pool. There is a pool nearby, that I go to in the summer, though

[peglynmc 15]

If you live near a YMCA they usually base that on your income and I believe that Planet Fitness is only like 10-12$ per month. It's 10$ here in Indianapolis with no contract also YMCA is no contract and they have pools and Water aerobics and water aerobics for arthritis both are low impact.

[peglynmc 15]

If you have cable most cable have an exercise or fitness channell that have all kinds of routines even chair aerobics and yoga also the YMCA offers chair (sitting) aerobics and yoga) There are hundreds of fitness dvds that you can get from the library (no cost) also they have sitting aerobics, exercise, and yoga. Have you searched on line for Free Things To Do in your city maybe a museum or other?

[peglynmc 15]

Many libraries have a website that offer all sorts of free events.