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I’m really not someone who does well with challenges so I didn’t join #FitReaders (formally known as #BookBlogWalkers) last year. But I did find myself motivated to get moving on the days I saw their tweets in my timeline or after reading their weekly check-in posts. On a day that I otherwise would have done nothing – I got up and did the elliptical or walked a few miles. This group feels more motivational than competitive and I need that.
Honestly, I don’t need to lose weight, but I am turning 50 in April so I have a few things I want to focus on. Keeping muscle tone and bone density, flexibility, balance and cardio and a few problem areas (two words – cottage cheese – you know what I mean ladies).
I had back troubles for most of 2014 that kept me from being able to do most exercises. When I got that under control I ended up with knee problems. So I’m not going to be doing any high intensity (HIIT training) or plyometrics. I just can’t without ending up in pain for a week so slow and steady it will be.
My goals are:
~ 3 days of toning (weights/resistance bands/or body weight)
~ 2 days of stretching/yoga (besides warm ups cool downs)
~ 2 –3 days cardio
~ 1 day adding something for a stubborn area – legs/butt/abs
Obviously some of that will overlap.
My first weekly check-in for 2015!
(includes a few days from 2014 :-)
(includes a few days from 2014 :-)
Monday – 40 minutes low impact cardio, 10 minutes lower body, 1 mile walk
Tuesday – 30 minutes yoga, 1 mile walk
Wednesday – 35 minutes strength, 1 mile walk
Thursday - 20 minutes cardio/abs, 20 minute stretch, 1 mile walk
Friday – 40 minutes yoga/body weight strength training, 1 mile walk
Looks like you're off to a great start! I think that motivation is better, as who couldn't use motivation when trying to get into better shape? I need to come up with something I can do with my bad knees, as if I do too much it's painful. So far, I've been using an exercise bike, but thinking about trying yoga. Good luck!
ReplyDeleteI do ok with the elliptical but I've started doing very low impact workouts. I know they are slower with results but I'm surprised at the changes I've made in a short time without having to jump and lunge everywhere. Walking is great too.
DeleteGreat goals and looks like you had a really good week!!! I find that knowing I will be posting a weekly check-in each week really motivates me to keep exercising. And now that I signed up to walk another 1/2 marathon in March, I really need to get back to training. Now I just need to get back to my yoga practice!
ReplyDeleteThat helps me too. It's not so much pressure as motivation which I like.
DeleteI really need to do more yoga. I tend to only do it after I'm in pain and I need to do it so I don't end up that way in the first place!
My back troubles derailed me too and I am trying to get back to regular exercise. Do you have a favorite back friendly workout or do you go to the gym?
ReplyDeleteThis is the yoga DVD that I used to help my back http://www.amazon.com/Therapy-Stress-Relief-Kanta-Barrios/dp/B004VZW2AG/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?s=instant-video&ie=UTF8&qid=1420320820&sr=1-1-fkmr0&keywords=yoga+for+bad+backs+kanta+barrios. I couldn't work out at all before that.
DeleteNow I do a lot of http://www.jessicasmithtv.com on line workouts. She has ones specifically for bad backs/knees/low impact and good stretch routines.
I can't do any of the jumping high impact ones. It kills me after a day or so.
Great week for you :)
ReplyDeleteThanks :-)
DeleteGood luck! I hope signing up motivates you to get more active. I plan on getting more consistent with my routine and eating "healthy" but alas, I love food too much and then there's the ever present laziness/procrastination.
ReplyDeleteI"ve been doing pretty well for a few months now. I have a no pressure routine. If I feel like doing more I do - if not then I just squeeze in a walk or 10 minutes of abs.
DeleteWow, you have always inspired me -- because of your runs and stuff. I should check out that DVD.
ReplyDeleteMy run was more of a fast paced walk lol
DeleteGreat goals, and good luck!
ReplyDeleteWow, great first week! Good luck with your goals!
ReplyDeleteThanks!
DeleteI like your mix of different exercises. You are off to a great start!
ReplyDeleteI'm really trying to get that 2-3 days of upper body in. I have my first bone density test coming up soon. And osteoporosis is in my family.
DeleteYou made a great start for a new year! You made good goals with a mix of different exercises. I've also signed up for #FitReaders and I can't wait to get to know everyone in the challenge. Good luck on your goals and have a great year!!
ReplyDeleteI've been doing this for a few months now so I'm already in the groove lol but it was watching the #BookBlogWalkers online vicariously that kept me going so I figured I would join in this year.
DeleteI kind of wish I was more competitive but I recoil under pressure! lol
ReplyDeleteI tried everything for my back and that DVD was the first thing that worked.