What do you do for exercise?

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   rfmoranposted 13 years ago

   What do you do for exercise?
   
   As writers, we do a lot of sitting. But exercise is very important. Just wondering what my sedentary colleagues are doing about it.

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   Phelckyposted 13 years ago

   I do a lot of belly dancing. It's fun and it keeps me in shape

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      rfmoranposted 13 years agoin reply to this

      I've heard this is great exercise, but I couldn't imagine me doing it. Thanks for your input.

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      Phelckyposted 13 years agoin reply to this

      You are welcome yes belly dancing isn't for everyone.

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   sandoniaposted 13 years ago

   At the present time, I only go walk. I am attempting to progress from a walk to a run, but it has been very slow going.

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      rfmoranposted 13 years agoin reply to this

      Walking is great in itself.

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   Express10posted 13 years ago

   Figure skating, I use ellipticals, trampolines, and treadmills. I refuse to sit still for a full hour and make a point to get up and walk on my treadmill or use my elliptical if I can't make it to the rink. My $30 trampoline also gets a workout if I'm bored with the machines.

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      rfmoranposted 13 years agoin reply to this

      I get exhausted reading this! Thanks for your input

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      Express10posted 13 years agoin reply to this

      I work from home and am taking college courses & know sitting down can drag you down. Several times daily I stand up at the bartop in the kitchen while working so my rear doesn't go numb or take on a square shape

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   TheRunningMikeposted 13 years ago

   I'm a triathlete, so run, bike, and swim quite a bit.  I don't think most people need to do all of that though   Even 20 minutes of weights and some walking a few times a week is great for staying in shape - plus no need to feel bad about sitting and writing the rest of the day!
   
   If you're wanting to get into running/endurance sports, the Couch to 5k program from coolrunnings is a great way to get started and helps someone go from very little activity ("the couch") to running a 5k in 8-10 weeks.

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      rfmoranposted 13 years agoin reply to this

      Thank you. I am inspired

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   yeagerinvestmentsposted 13 years ago

   I run 5 days per week. It's fun and my dog and I stay in shape. I need to start incorporating weight lifting as well.

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      rfmoranposted 13 years agoin reply to this

      Thanks for dropping by. I try to walk a half hour each day. Great for clearing my head.

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   MargaritaEdenposted 13 years ago

   I do Zumba and Belly dance, it burns ooh so many calories and tones the whole body.

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   honeybee2uposted 13 years ago

   I walk each day which can be considered as exercise.  Also, I swim alot in the sea although I don't do it for the sake of exercise.  I hear that swimming is a good exerice.

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      rfmoranposted 13 years agoin reply to this

      Thanks for you comment honeybee

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   cat on a soapboxposted 13 years ago

   I walk and garden as much as I can w/ limitations. I find that Pilates and pool aerobics help keep me flexible while strenghtening my core. This takes the burden off of my weak hip joint which is still growing into my new prosthesis.

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    Lizam1posted 13 years ago

    I go to curves three times a week - 30 minute workouts.  Walk at least once a week min 5K and aim for 10k once a month,  Dance in my kitchen:-)

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       rfmoranposted 13 years agoin reply to this

       Thanks Liz

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    oceansiderposted 13 years ago

    I go bike riding most days and walking on other days....either alone or with friends.

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       rfmoranposted 13 years agoin reply to this

       Thanks for stopping by and for your comments.

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       oceansiderposted 13 years agoin reply to this

       You're welcome, very glad to answer...it's a good question!

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    Insane Mundaneposted 13 years ago

    I like to use the Power Tower (an excellent stand for pull-ups, dips, push-ups, and leg lifts).

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       rfmoranposted 13 years agoin reply to this

       Thanks for your input. I'll bet that your exercise regime makes your writing go better.

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    brenda12lynetteposted 13 years ago

    I ride my bike to school and work every day. I've also been doing some pushups and situps to work on upper body strength. I take my dogs on walks, too.

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       rfmoranposted 13 years agoin reply to this

       Thanks Brenda.

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    Hockettrunsposted 13 years ago

    I am a runner, and I also ride my recumbent bike. Hiking and walking are activities I like to do with my husband in the summer and fall, and these things are very enjoyable to me.
    
    Oh and I also work out with my stability ball and kettlebells. I am training for a 5k

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    My Bellposted 10 years ago

    I love spin classes, so much so that I became a certified spin instructor 3 years ago and now teach the classes. I also do a bit of running, weights and have recently fallen in love with yoga. It's important to make exercise a part of your lifestyle and find something that you enjoy.

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