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    That would be awesome. But I'm so lame, I'd feel self conscious about people looking at me weird.
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    eh, people always look at me weird... but I also prob wouldn't do it by myself.

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    You should then!
    And I don't know why I care, I walk around having conversations with myself in public, surely skating looks more normal than that, Jessica! - So weird you are! Lol.
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    I'm going to start jogging at night. I jogged last summer, but since it's been cold I gave it up and have gained a belly as a result of my lazyness.
    I want to fit in a yoga regiment as well, but my work hours are so irregular it's hard to find time for it.

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    I've been exercising at the gym since last June. I initially lost 30 lbs through diet and treadmilling. Then I stopped weighing myself for a few months and found I'd gained back 15 of it! So, I'm trying to grind off that same 15 again. Got rid of 4 of it so far, but it's stubborn and doesn't want to leave. I also like swimming in the summertime. It makes me feel so relaxed and more flexible than other exercises. So, I guess I will start back to walking my 4 miles on an incline and swimming for a half hour afterward and see how that goes. Warmer weather is finally here.

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    terem - I love jogging at night! Hehe. Perhaps you could try getting a yoga DVD and trying it out at times that suit you.

    pugzley - Congratulations on your weight loss! And good luck with losing the rest. Though if you did not realise you had gained weight before weighing yourself, might mean you look fine and don't really need to lose it. But I wouldn't know, and it's your body, so up to you. Just don't push yourself too hard though, remember to love your body.
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    I know this stuff...
    I was just giving Sandra a little poke and asking about her intentions.
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    i've started walking again..........just very short walks but it's a major thing for me, it's taken me over a year to get my foot anything near healed from Plantar Fasciitis.
    I'm literally praying it'll hold out.

    Sandra are you wearing good trainers to skip in?.

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    terem - I love jogging at night! Hehe. Perhaps you could try getting a yoga DVD and trying it out at times that suit you.

    pugzley - Congratulations on your weight loss! And good luck with losing the rest. Though if you did not realise you had gained weight before weighing yourself, might mean you look fine and don't really need to lose it. But I wouldn't know, and it's your body, so up to you. Just don't push yourself too hard though, remember to love your body.
    Thank you! Oh, I have another 30 to go after this 30, so I def need to lose some lbs. But, I do think because I toned up so much with the exercise, is why I didn't realize the weight gain. It was nothing like gaining 15 pounds was in the past without exercise. All flab before.

    I'm really trying to eat right with this. I just went vegan a month ago, first for my health, then it quickly became apparent that my health and what I do affects the rest of the planet, so the meaning is deeper now. I really love this food and am trying hard not to steer off the whole stuff into the Frankenfoods that are "vegan".

    I think this is the first time I have ever really been kind to myself and it is paying off in so many ways. I'm even kinder to other people than before, not so mentally agitated all the time.

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    Have discovered a new form of exercise: decorating and cleaning! Over the easter weekend I repainted the lounge, then the kitchen ceiling. Today I spent an hour or so scrubbing the kitchen floor (many, many muddy cat prints). Still lots of little jobs to do round the house while I am on school hols, so more exercise to be had! Plus, my house looks nicer when I have finished.

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    Quote smallhelen View Post
    Have discovered a new form of exercise: decorating and cleaning! Over the easter weekend I repainted the lounge, then the kitchen ceiling. Today I spent an hour or so scrubbing the kitchen floor (many, many muddy cat prints). Still lots of little jobs to do round the house while I am on school hols, so more exercise to be had! Plus, my house looks nicer when I have finished.

    Double bonus

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    Wax on.... wax off.

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    Quote Essy Strudel View Post
    terem - I love jogging at night! Hehe. Perhaps you could try getting a yoga DVD and trying it out at times that suit you.
    I'll probably end up doing that, and maybe get up an hour or two early to get some yoga in my day :]

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    Quote Essy Strudel View Post
    Creak as much! LMAO. Aww, poor old lady. Lol. Jokes.
    Ha ha! Essy, I don't think 'old' covers it, it's more like 'ancient'.


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    I creak, too ! Why is Ms Sandy on this thread? You're tiny!
    I do feel unfit lately though. I used to exercise every day but recently I just don't seem to get the time. There is always someone else in the house and I feel a little self-conscious.

    So, skipping is the sort of thing I can fit in when I eventually get 5 or 10 minutes to myself.

    Cobweb, I wear trainers for skipping. I know I love heels but even I couldn't manage to skip in them!
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    You are NOT ancient! You're younger than my parents, who both hike, kayak, bicycle, travel, etc. Ancient... sometimes I feel like it, but I know we're not

    I definitely understand the self-consciousness, though! I hate going to the gym. I wonder what they must be thinking... but honestly, they must be wondering what I'm thinking, too!
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    Ha ha! You are lovely Ella.........saying such encouraging things! xxx

    You've inspired me to keep on with my endeavours to get fitter...........now where's that skipping rope?
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    Yeah, I totally understand the self conscious thing...my house always has people coming and going... Atleast when you go to a gym people will generally leave you alone in the middle of a work out...because I'm at home everyone thinks it's okay to try and start a conversation with me...Grrr....No, I want to exercise in peace. Lol.
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    Sandra, have you tried swimming, no one can really see you once you're in the water, and it's far less pressure on the joints - no more sore ankles.
    Although if you don't have enough time to skip at home you probably don't have enough time to go swimming somewhere, unless you have a pool.
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    I'm ashamed to say I can't swim!

    I nearly drowned while learning to swim as a child and it has put me off for life. My husband's a great swimmer though so I really should get him to teach me.
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    You should, it can be quite relaxing, and probably easier to relax if you're with someone you trust, also you can learn to swim in rather shallow water if that helps with the nervousness.
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    I bought that "Insanity" 60 day DVD set. It is insane.
    I've been doing it for 3 days. Every muscle hurts. It's great.
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    day 4: I've gained 2 pounds!

    ah well, I don't care. I feel great.
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    HAH! I still want that "insanity" DVD! Sounds insane bro!
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    ^ what is it?

    i've just bought some hiking sandals, so excited, i hope my poorly foot is going to hold out!.
    When we move there'll be loads of beaches and nice countryside - with actual trees! - to walk in and i am determined to enjoy it.

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    It's just a set of exercise DVD's... very intense work-outs.
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    Finally starting my yoga routine...every day an hour of yoga. I got a Power Yoga Total Body hour long video by Rodney Yee :] Only thing I need now is a yoga mat.

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    I'm ashamed to say I can't swim!

    I nearly drowned while learning to swim as a child and it has put me off for life. My husband's a great swimmer though so I really should get him to teach me.

    Start in the kiddy section of the pool :]

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    terem and essy strudel - i recently started jogging at night time and it's awesome. i wanted to start jogging but am embaressed about being seen bright red and covered in sweat by people i know since i've never been the most athletic person. anyway it's gotten easier and easier, first of all i could just about manage about a minute of jogging followed by a minute of walking, and i've gradually gotten better so now i can manage a mile followed by a short break then a mile home again. usually i put venetian snares on my ipod so err it feels like i'm being chased. totally recommend night time jogging!!

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    ^ Haha. Awesome!
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    Yay Essy! Venetian Snares is a good choice :] very energetic.
    It does get easier as you jog more and more, just remember to stretch ;]

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    2 weeks and I'm till going strong!
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    So, I have turned into one of those people who "work out ALL the time." but, I must say that it has helped my self-esteem (I put on about 20lbs. after going on the bc pill last year) and my anxiety a lot!

    I generally work out 5 days a week (Tues/Thurs are only 9 am spinning classes).

    Tomorrow, it's "chest, shoulders, tricep" day, so I will be doing the following:

    • dumbbell bench press on stability ball- 2 sets 12 @ 12.5lbs, 1x12 @ 15 lbs.
    • front shoulder raise w/10 lb. weight plate- 3x12 @ 10 lbs.
    • dumbbell flies- 3x12 @ 7.5 lb (yeah, my arms are pretty weak)
    • military press- 2x12 @ 10 lb., 1x12 @ 12.5lb.
    • overhead tri-press- 2x5 @ 15 lb. 2x5 @ 17.5 lb., 1x5 @ 20lb.
    • tricep pushdown- 3x5 @ 35lbs.
    then I generally finish it off w/20-25 mins of interval cardio.

    I should say that this is my least favorite workout day, since I have to constantly change the weights and go to different areas of the gym. Fridays, "legs and booty" are certainly my favorite...although I am still slightly sore today (Sunday) from Friday. lol.
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    Right, so what (aside from what's just been said) do most of you run or exercise to? I've got a playlist but it's getting a bit old and I'd like to spice things up-but I'm keeping Black Betty on there!


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    Here's a whole website on running and a page with playlists other runners use.
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    you know what, spazz or los crudos would probably be prime jogging material too

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    Funny, I'm just about to go for a run and wondering what to listen to. Lol.
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    I hope it's ok if I join in on all the getting fit and healthy action! I've already started! 40 minute lower body and ab workout yesterday, a self treatment of Reiki before bed and planning on some gentle yoga today as I'm a touch sore!
    Way to go all of you who've been at this for a while. Motivation can be tough!

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    I'm still doing the DVD's every morning at 5am! If it wasn't for my bf doing it as well I don't think I'd keep it up... plus I took a close-up picture of my bare butt. Now there is motivation!

    At first I couldn't even finish a single work-out, and still can't finish some, but we're doing great now. I really feel stronger.
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    Wow way to go^^ I tried for 5:20 am for yoga this morning but was ridiculously tired. I
    ll try again tomorrow!!!

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    It's easier having someone else to do it with. At first he was "making" me get up when I didn't want to and vice versa, but now we've quit trying to quit.
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    Quote RubyDuby View Post
    If it wasn't for my bf doing it as well I don't think I'd keep it up... plus I took a close-up picture of my bare butt. Now there is motivation!
    post pic plz rubyduby

    update: britney spears is also excellent jogging soundtrack music yep

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    no way! Maybe after it's been toned up.
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    ^ Give us a before and after shot...for 'motivational purposes' of course. Lol. Jokes.
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    never never never. just saying... if anyone is looking for motivation, the close-up camera shot can be your friend... or worst enemy! frightening.
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    oh dear...you are braver than I ruby...
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    I needed a hot poker.
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    hahaha, not a bad idea...maybe i should do the same but stick the picture on my refridgerator...that would stop me in my tracks... lol
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    I don't really know what to do with mine... I don't want anyone to see it! I'm afraid it's going to accidentally get transferred onto the computer and mayhem with ensue... I've been keeping the camera on my headboard.
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    hahaha, its like worrying about a sex tape or naughty pictures...so not worth it...what if someone saw!? I guess you could always say its not your butt...its a ummm...your neighbors...yes your neighbors...they were mooning you. jerks.
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    ^ Lol.
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