April Exercise Challenge

[MacMadame 81]

I ran 3-ish miles today.

[Gone4Now 4]

Okay, so a little birdie - or two - suggested that the weaker exercise enthusiasts come and post...so here I am. Again.

The last few weeks DD and I have been going to the gym in the afternoons. We'd been trying for 6 months to go in the morning, but it wouldn't happen with her - at all. Ever. She's almost 12, so I really didn't like waking her up that early anyway, even if she could be awakened that early. For myself, mornings hate me and would kick my butt if I even thought of getting up without hitting snooze 3, 4, or 23 times.

I didn't think about the afternoon because I'm a dork, I guess and it just didn't occur to me. I guess because it's more crowded in the afternoons and I'm still a little uncomfortable being that sweaty and gross in front of strangers.

I don't remember why, but we went one afternoon and then DD and I went every day that week. As a reward we got our nails done.

I didn't go yesterday because we had to clean up the house for the inspector to come today (we're TRYING to sell our house and have a good contract right now. I never count that until actually closing though, when everything has been signed.) I did take the dogs for a bike ride around the neighborhood, because I'm trying to train them to do that. I took one out, and then the other. I'm trying to work up to having both run along side me, but that's a ways off.

Other than yesterday, DD and I have been steady going Mon-Fri and then we usually ride bikes or do yard work on the weekends.

DD's routine is the bikes. She loves them and can go for miles on them. I hate them because the pedals make my feet sting. I'd rather be on a real bike.

I do 5 minutes on the treadmill at a fast walk for a warm up. Then I alternate 2 minutes running and 1 minute of walking.

The first 2-3 times of running feels really good. Then that last 2 minutes of running feels like HELL. I am sweating, huffy, puffy and breathing HARD. Including the warm up, I do 30 minutes. Part of me feels like an athlete, and the other feels like a blob of fat bouncing up and down.

I guess I'm a little of both right now in my journey.

I was lifting weights, and I know I should get back to it, but 1) I really don't know what I'm doing on them, and 2) I feel silly because all the "jocks" use them and I don't feel comfortable walking over to that section. (eGads, I know that sounds stupid, but it is what it is. I'm comfortable on the treadmills, so I stick with that for now.)

Oh, and this week ladies and I started walking at work. It's just a quick, 20 minute walk around the complex, but I feel like it's something to keep me going mentally, even if it doesn't touch the 100 pounds I need to still lose!

Okay, that's my "catch-up". Future posts will be shorter, with just the work out details. :thumbup:

[DivaStyleCoach 89]

Mornin' all!

It's been a while since I posted, and like Glouc, I got the message that we non-Amazon types need to post here as well, so here goes:

I'm pretty regular with my walks - definately in the mornings with DDog, DH and DD (though sometimes DH lets me sleep in).

I also walk 30 minutes a day during my work day - there's a beautiful route that takes me up a hill that originally made me gasp for air and my quads burn, but now I can make it 2/3 up the hill before I have to do the open-mouth-breathing that lets me know I'm working hard. I haven't slowed down, just getting stronger.

I am sensitive about pushing VERY hard, because almost a year ago now (seems like less time than that!), before I was banded, I literally passed out on a treadmill at the gym due to ventricular fibrillation. My heart rate was very elevated and my heart was 'fluttering' instead of beating regularly, so I lost consciousness.

I do tend to back off of my exercise intensity if I feel light-headed, but walking doesn't bring that on as easily as other exercises can.

I also row 2 - 3 times a week - though with the relatively nice spring weather, I'm outside more and I love that! I have a great selection of songs on my iPhone and try to keep up with the beat on them...Flo Rida's 'Right Round' is a butt-kicker! :thumbup:

I walk for longer periods on the weekend with DDog, who's ready to go anytime I put on my sneakers and head for the door...he's a great walking companion!

If you're reading this and you are just getting started, keep going! I started walking 10 - 15 minutes a day until I got stronger, and just kept going. Anything you do every day will get easier for you, so just keep going!

Don't get discouraged if you feel you're not moving as fast as others, or getting stronger at the same rate - one thing I've learned on LBT is that we DON'T all lose it at the same rate, but we're all headed in the right direction (being healthier) so get out there and move!

Back tomorrow with an update (and a shorter post, I promise!)

[luluc 6]

the birdie nudges:)

yesterdays walk was 2hrs, and i didn't do any weight training afterwards. ankle is swollen like a lime, so i plan on just walking once maybe twice a wk.

today - my normal day off; it's so pretty out - i'm hitting golf balls to the dogs & will get to some gardening & pool time in.

[MacMadame 81]

I didn't do anything today. So there. :rolleyes2:

And I think running for 30 min. at a time is great! I've only been able to do that for a month or so. For a while there, I thought I'd never get there. It's a amazing accomplishment, IMO.

[Gone4Now 4]

:rolleyes2:

Yesterday walked around work for 20 minutes. (Got a sunburn, dang it.)

After work, went to the gym, did my walk/jog for about 30 minutes. I did walk more than run yesterday though. I just couldn't get through it mentally.

After the gym, went home and took the dogs around the block. I take the boxer first, then the lab (2 at a time may prove dangerous.) The lab (a.k.a. Crazy Eyes or Big Dumb One) is the one that is uncontrollable scared of everything, so once around the block took us by a kid on a big wheel, a man blowing leaves and 2 kids on bikes. She was very scared and I nearly got tossed off the bike. But, then I kicked it into a faster pace and she either had to keep up or die, so she chose well. I took her twice around the block and the 2nd time went by smooth sailing.

I figure, I can't run that fast or that far with them and this is great exercise for them, as well as me. So, double bonus.

[Ceradad 10]

Yesterday, nothing. Had a driving class for work yesterday. You haven't lived until you have driven a cruiser like you don't have a dime in it.:rolleyes2:

This morning was only a 1.5 mile run in 13:25. I've got my first 5k on Saturday and I don't want to overdo it before that. Tonight will be upper body. Unless, I take a 1/2 day and go golfing today.:tongue:

[DivaStyleCoach 89]

Afternoon, People! :thumbup:

Will be going for my lunchtime walk shortly - 30 minutes, including a killer hill, with great music and it's beautiful out today, so I'm raring to go!

Short walk with DDog and DD this morning - raining on us! I don't like walking in a steady rain - I will go, because DDog doesn't have a choice, but it's not my favorite thing.

New milestone today - currently at 230 lbs, a weight I haven't seen in over 10 years. :thumbup: :smile: :thumbup: Can't wait to hit sub-220! Saw the band doc yesterday - lost 11 lbs since I saw him last, so he's happy with my fill level and progress.

Keep on keepin' on, folks! :drool:

[luluc 6]

. Unless, I take a 1/2 day and go golfing today.:smile:

i vote golf!:thumbup:

congrats ebony!

today - weight training routine minus squats/lunges. my ankle is really swollen and have been told to stay off it 3wks by ortho guy. since that's really not feasible; i'll def limit leg exercises (great my prob area):thumbup:

[tyme4change 1]

Hi I'm new on the post and I need some accountability so that I can become consistant with exercise. Yesterday I walked around the track 5 times and went up and down the bleachers 3 times. Tonight I am going to Water aerobics Yeah!!!!! I am currently 204 lbs and I hope to be under 200 by May 1st, that is my short term goal.

[DivaStyleCoach 89]

Hi I'm new on the post and I need some accountability so that I can become consistant with exercise. Yesterday I walked around the track 5 times and went up and down the bleachers 3 times. Tonight I am going to Water aerobics Yeah!!!!! I am currently 204 lbs and I hope to be under 200 by May 1st, that is my short term goal.

Welcome to da crew! :smile:

I'm a walker, too - I use a Bodybugg fitness tracker, and the calorie burn I get from walking exceeds anything else I've done so far (rowing, elliptical). I think it's because I'm moving these pounds around versus using a machine to hold part of my weight LOL

Your goal is definately do-able - congrats for setting a reasonable goal! My next mini-goal is to be at 200 lbs (I'm currently 230) by July, when I will be going to a family reunion in Florida! I think I can do 15 lbs per month in May and June, since I just lost 11 at my last doc's appt (1 month timeframe).

Let's all keep helping each other stay accountable! :thumbup:

[Gone4Now 4]

2pm went for walk around center. Not sure how far distance-wise it is, but I put on my tennis shoes and we weave around the parking lot at a fast pace for 20 minutes.

About to leave work and head to the gym for my regular jog/walk/pant workout. :thumbup:

[Gone4Now 4]

Um, okay. So no gym today. Came home and two men were here appraising the house (it's currently on the market). They're supposed to tell us when folks are coming, since DD usually comes home by herself. Luckily today she stayed late at school, and wasn't there yet.

I picked her up we just went to my mothers. I had my work clothes on so going to the gym wasn't really in the picture.

Am home now, gym is still open but we're cooking dinner and doing homework. So, today I just got the work walk in and that's it.

Okay....now go on and tell me about your 5 hour sweat-outs. :thumbup:

[DivaStyleCoach 89]

Mornin' folks!

Short walk with family and DDog this morning - got up late, but rather than skip it (like I would have done not too long ago) I took a shorter walk.

It's supposed to be gorgeous today, so I'm eagerly anticipating my walk at lunch. The weekend promises more good weather, so a couple of long walks with DDog, plus some gardening. I can't wait - I <heart> Spring!

[tyme4change 1]

I'm going to the National Zoo in DC tomorrow so that will be a loooooooooong day of walking for me. I may do some weights tonight but I'm not sure. Yesterday I got some bad news so I didn't go to Water aerobics i got depressed and ate ice cream, bad I know!