Canuck1979 Posted November 11, 2009 Share Posted November 11, 2009 What exercise does everyone here prefer? I'm a runner and have been for a very long time. I got a treadmill last winter and it's awesome. I use it at least 3 times per week. The only downfall is that it's way too convenient and I opt to run on the treadmill instead of outside. It's just so nice because I don't have to worry about traffic, weather, wind, cold, etc. I can watch TV or listen to music while I run inside. I also have a spin bike. I don't use it much, only when I'm tired but still feel like exercising. I'm also trying to throw in a weight class once per week. Every time I exercise, I finish off with sit-ups and the next time I will finish with push-ups. I really notice results with push-ups, but I just need that extra burn so that's why I'm starting the weight class. So far, so good. Link to post Share on other sites
Lizzie60 Posted November 11, 2009 Share Posted November 11, 2009 I hate exercise.. except long walks.. and S E X... Link to post Share on other sites
Author Canuck1979 Posted November 11, 2009 Author Share Posted November 11, 2009 Well, long Canadian winters will make you like to have sex. Link to post Share on other sites
Thornton Posted November 11, 2009 Share Posted November 11, 2009 I have a mini trampoline (bounce) It's supposedly what Nasa uses to strengthen astronauts up before and after space flights; I heard that the gforce on every body cell clears out toxins and exercises it, thereby reducing wrinkles, and it also strengthens bones and prevents osteoporosis. Whether it does that stuff or not, it works for weight loss, as well as being great fun. Link to post Share on other sites
Author Canuck1979 Posted November 11, 2009 Author Share Posted November 11, 2009 If you like your exercise, chances are you will get great results. Link to post Share on other sites
D-Lish Posted November 11, 2009 Share Posted November 11, 2009 I love my treadmill as well- I use it for 45 minutes 5 days a week. I love that I can get caught up in a tv show and before I know it, I am done my workout. I don't do weight training, but I do enough lifting and moving at work that I get enough burn from that. Link to post Share on other sites
Lauriebell82 Posted November 11, 2009 Share Posted November 11, 2009 I run for 30 minutes on the treadmill (3 miles a day) about 5 or 6 times per week. I do the eliptical machine probably 3 times per week for about 15 minutes each just to "mix it up." I do weight training (legs and arms) about 3 times per week. I swim a 500 meter once a week. I love exercise!!!! But my love is running on the treadmill, sometimes outside if the whether is nice. It helped me lose a lot of weight and now it is helping me to maintain. Link to post Share on other sites
Author Canuck1979 Posted November 11, 2009 Author Share Posted November 11, 2009 It's great to see that other people like using a treadmill. I always get the old "running outside is better" speech. I've upped my treadmill usage a lot in the last few weeks. However, I'm trying to get pregnant and I don't know if this will affect anything. From what I read, the benefits outweigh the risks. Link to post Share on other sites
Lauriebell82 Posted November 11, 2009 Share Posted November 11, 2009 It's great to see that other people like using a treadmill. I always get the old "running outside is better" speech. I've upped my treadmill usage a lot in the last few weeks. However, I'm trying to get pregnant and I don't know if this will affect anything. From what I read, the benefits outweigh the risks. You will just need to consult with a trainer or pick up a book on exercising while pregnant. You can still run, I'm not sure how much, until a certain point in your pregnany. After that you can walk for exercise. That's what I plan to do when I get pregnant. Link to post Share on other sites
Meaplus3 Posted November 11, 2009 Share Posted November 11, 2009 I hate exercise.. except long walks.. and S E X... :lmao: My excercise of choice is brisk walking, running on my treadmill, Yoga.. and yes yoga is excerise. It takes a lot of practice to be able to stand on one's head. Mea:) Link to post Share on other sites
traderho Posted November 11, 2009 Share Posted November 11, 2009 :lmao: My excercise of choice is brisk walking, running on my treadmill, Yoga.. and yes yoga is excerise. It takes a lot of practice to be able to stand on one's head. Mea:) Yoga is definitely exercise. Walking is not. Link to post Share on other sites
Meaplus3 Posted November 11, 2009 Share Posted November 11, 2009 Yoga is definitely exercise. Walking is not. Well I disagree about walking. Brisk walking is a wonderful form of excercise. It's good cardio, good for the lungs and for that matter good for the rest of the human body. Mea:) Link to post Share on other sites
xpaperxcutx Posted November 18, 2009 Share Posted November 18, 2009 Cardio followed by weight training. I used to be afraid of weight training and stuck mainly to cardio, but I noticed a great improvement in my body composition since picking up weights and I never regretted it. I have a preference for the treadmill, especially now that it's the winter, I stick to the treadmill at the gym, follow by half an hour of full body weight training. If I can't make it to the gym, I work out from home to workout videos I bought, and they give me a good 45 minutes of sweat drenched workout. I love it! Link to post Share on other sites
builderbob Posted November 18, 2009 Share Posted November 18, 2009 It all depends for me really. But my favorite has to be incline dumbell benches. I loooooveee it...It gives me this HUGE upper body pump... Also, I do my cardio immediately after weigh lifting. I prefer to do HIIT cardio. It lets me burn more calories in half time than longer, slower sessions. Link to post Share on other sites
laRubiaBonita Posted November 18, 2009 Share Posted November 18, 2009 i swim laps at least 2x's a week (but i try to make it 3x's)... i love the water- i love swimming! and i take an exercise class 2x's a week which mixed cardio, strength training, and weights Link to post Share on other sites
flc Posted November 18, 2009 Share Posted November 18, 2009 (edited) Sex = 4-5 times/wk Cycling = 120mi/wk Walking on the beach = 5-10mi/wk Edited November 18, 2009 by flc Link to post Share on other sites
donnamaybe Posted November 18, 2009 Share Posted November 18, 2009 Yoga is definitely exercise. Walking is not. Try power walking. You'll change your mind. My favorite is my elliptical for a 500 calorie burn and then free weights for my uppers and crunches. Link to post Share on other sites
Lizzie60 Posted November 18, 2009 Share Posted November 18, 2009 Yoga is definitely exercise. Walking is not. Yes it is.. and I read numerous times that it's the BEST, non violent exercise for 'articulations' and heart, and ... Link to post Share on other sites
missmay Posted November 18, 2009 Share Posted November 18, 2009 I prefer walking briskly. I also would much rather go for a walk outside and inhale the fresh air. If I want to up the intensity I head for a part of town with lots of hills. Link to post Share on other sites
USMCHokie Posted November 19, 2009 Share Posted November 19, 2009 Primarily weight training...but I try to get creative with the things that I do...I hate running and have been using a sprained ankle as an excuse not to run...I'd love to add some swimming to the mix, but I have a natural tendency to sink to the bottom...most people, when laying completely still, will float on top of the pool...I sink all the way to the bottom...flat on the bottom...doesn't help the swimming effort... Link to post Share on other sites
on edge Posted November 24, 2009 Share Posted November 24, 2009 Primarily weight training...but I try to get creative with the things that I do...I hate running and have been using a sprained ankle as an excuse not to run...I'd love to add some swimming to the mix, but I have a natural tendency to sink to the bottom...most people, when laying completely still, will float on top of the pool...I sink all the way to the bottom...flat on the bottom...doesn't help the swimming effort... You have too much muscle, just fatten up a bit and you'll float Link to post Share on other sites
RobM Posted November 24, 2009 Share Posted November 24, 2009 Tennis, biking, snowboarding, weight training, spinning. Link to post Share on other sites
Phateless Posted November 24, 2009 Share Posted November 24, 2009 What exercise does everyone here prefer? I'm a runner and have been for a very long time. I got a treadmill last winter and it's awesome. I use it at least 3 times per week. The only downfall is that it's way too convenient and I opt to run on the treadmill instead of outside. It's just so nice because I don't have to worry about traffic, weather, wind, cold, etc. I can watch TV or listen to music while I run inside. I also have a spin bike. I don't use it much, only when I'm tired but still feel like exercising. I'm also trying to throw in a weight class once per week. Every time I exercise, I finish off with sit-ups and the next time I will finish with push-ups. I really notice results with push-ups, but I just need that extra burn so that's why I'm starting the weight class. So far, so good. Sex. Or salsa dancing, swing dancing, lifting weights, mountain biking, hiking, running, etc. Sex and salsa dancing are my favorites, though. Link to post Share on other sites
FleshNBones Posted November 25, 2009 Share Posted November 25, 2009 Sex = 4-5 times/wk Cycling = 120mi/wk Walking on the beach = 5-10mi/wkWhat speed do you usually cycle at? I just want to know how you pace yourself. Link to post Share on other sites
PinkToes Posted November 25, 2009 Share Posted November 25, 2009 Recreational soccer. Doesn't feel like exercise until it's over and you realize you've been running your butt off for 90 minutes. Link to post Share on other sites
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