The Health Nut Thread

[76bridget]

((Always))

I think Robin got her elliptical at Sears. Mine came from Push, Pedal, Pull -their cheapest Precor model- still expensive. I've gotten my $ worth out of it tho.

 

[Robino1]

((Always))

I think Robin got her elliptical at Sears. Mine came from Push, Pedal, Pull -their cheapest Precor model- still expensive. I've gotten my $ worth out of it tho.

Mine did come from Sears. We ordered it online and had it delivered. We built it ourselves

 

[always9988]

I'm just trying to get a low cost one. I can't justify spending that kind of money on myself when we have so many bills and the kids need stuff. It's all good I'll find something. Might have to search Craigslist or something but it'll happen

 

[76bridget]

Great idea Always.. Finding a used one would be awesome.

 

[*RJ*]

Cavenerd, my motivation comes from not wanting to gain back the 66 pounds I lost. No way in hell. It was too hard to get off and I will never be fat again. And boy if you knew all the inspirations I got last year to keep me hitting the treadmill and keep eating healthy. I was flooded with inspirations and it still continues. And signing up for 5Ks and 10Ks helps too...I got a 10K coming up on March 7th.

Did my fastest 5K last night.....30:40.

Always, I wouldn't worry about exercise until you feel better and get over your sickness. It's not good to stress your body with exercise during illness. Just take it easy, get well, and you can get back at it soon.

ETA: And what exactly is a cadence run? Is that when you run as a group? And maybe chant as you run? hellifiknow...I guess I could google it.

 

[Bronze]

I'm just trying to get a low cost one. I can't justify spending that kind of money on myself when we have so many bills and the kids need stuff. It's all good I'll find something. Might have to search Craigslist or something but it'll happen

That is an excellent idea Always. I'm certain if you're patient enough you will find a good one at a giveaway price. People are constantly selling exercise equipment on craig'slist.

 

[76bridget]

Way to go RJ! Every second counts.

Just ran 4.02 miles in 38:49.

See.. the .02 even counts..

 

[guiltypleasures]

TGIF NUTS!

Always I hope you feel better soon !

Way to work it everyone !

 

[76bridget]

Ran across this 5 min plank workout on FB.. I may try it, but don't see myself getting through it..
https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=1634238786799238&fref=nf

 

[Bunnykiller]

Ran across this 5 min plank workout on FB.. I may try it, but don't see myself getting through it..
https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=1634238786799238&fref=nf

ohhh so thats a plank.... a modified push up....

 

[Robino1]

Ran across this 5 min plank workout on FB.. I may try it, but don't see myself getting through it..
https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=1634238786799238&fref=nf

Ohmygod. Let me know how you do Yikes!


No elliptical. We went to the mall and walked around for a couple of hours. After that, we went to BJ's Wholesale club (like a Sams Club or Costco) and walked around for another hour or so. Slow walking but walking none the less.

May do some sit-ups in a little while.

 

[Bunnykiller]

I heard if you do alot of sit ups you end up doing throw ups...

 

[Bronze]

Oh to be young again!

 

[76bridget]

BK, a plank is holding the "up" of a push-up, on your elbows instead of hands.. body flat as a board (plank!), abs held tight.

 

[Robino1]

BK, a plank is holding the "up" of a push-up, on your elbows instead of hands.. body flat as a board (plank!), abs held tight.

Don't forget to mention....it is Hard to do! Really works the core muscles where push ups work the arms.

 

[76bridget]

No joke Robin. DH was watching me and not getting it, until he tried it.. His comment after about 10 seconds.. yeah, that sucks!

 

[Bunnykiller]

since the body seems to be at an angle during most of the process.... why isnt it called a ramp?

 

[always9988]

Do you guys do the plank on your elbows? My brother told me to try to do at least 20 seconds on elbows and 20 seconds with arms extended. I'm at about 50 seconds for each position. There's so many different ways I guess.

If I ever lose this fat I'm pretty sure there is a 6 pack hiding in there somewhere haha. One place I do have strength is the core

 

[76bridget]

Always, I do them with elbows.. too much strain on my wrists to do them extended. Any luck finding a used elliptical?

 

[always9988]

Haven't looked much yet. Yesterday was really busy, hopefully can find something. For most people exercise equipment becomes a giant clothes hanger or dust collector so I'm sure I'll find something