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Edited September 15, 20214 yr by BKP

2 minutes ago, BKP said:

 

I find my Fitbit to be a real motivator.  As a matter of fact I'm sort of OCD when it comes to hitting my daily goals and maintaining my consecutive days with 10K steps or more.

Fitbit has many models to choose from.  There are 2 general categories:

• Trackers (Less expensive, basic tracking functions)
• Smart Watch (Advanced functionality.....Alexa, texting, music, etc.)

Sounds like you'd be more into the trackers.  Both the Inspire 2 and the Charge 4 are $99.95 USD.  Check out their website for more details.

 

Thanks ...I agree ,I think more a tracker will be enough for me ...

I will check these out .👍😀

I'm a pretty motivated person and love challenges.

Some days, just like everyone, i'm just not feeling it and want to just do nothing.

Funny how those days, when I push myself out the door to exercise anyways, become the best workouts.

They make me the strongest.

 

When I quit smoking, there were days when I just wanted to take a puff.

Maybe even smoke just one.

But I didn't- I pushed through.

Funny how those days made my quit that much stronger today

 

I see some resemblance- it's called dedication.

 

Thanks for the motivation , pushing myself to go in this heat .. lots of water . 

catcha all tomorrow . 

.

 

Edited September 15, 20214 yr by BKP

13 minutes ago, BKP said:

When I smoked the biggest thing that prevented me from exercising was my shortness of breath. By the time I was in my 40's I was 15-20 lbs. overweight and a certified couch potato.  In 2015 I finally took the biggest step to regaining my fitness when I quit smoking.  But I'm not gonna lie....that first year I piled on a lot of weight.  Ultimately I decided it was time for a full lifestyle change.

 

Started eating healthy. Got a Fitbit and began walking a minimum of 5 miles/day.  Became a hiking fanatic (at least 75 miles/month). Also work out at home 3-4 times per week.  Now I'm in my 50's and feel fit AF.  More energy than ever.  Some damage from smoking is irreversible, but there is a lot you can do to regain your health.

 

Step one is QUIT SMOKING.

 

 

Desert hike - April 2021

Nice scenery Sweetie ...

Your so right ...I feel more healthy now ,than twenty years ago ...

Quitting smoking opens the door ....

Not exactly exercise. Been spring cleaning while I off caretaking duty for mom. Actually is a work out. Thank goodness for the walks and online work outs. It has made this spring cleaning so much easier. 

 

Running is always hard for me but in this humidity it's like forcing your body to move in quicksand.  The brain tries to convince you it's ok to cut it short, let's just turn around early.

 

Watching lots of youtube - there's a lot you can do with bodyweight and dumbbells,  I have to get off the butt and do it.  1 video I found the guy did at least 10 different exercises using a park bench.  I guess I will now see empty park benches as an opportunity.

I wonder why it is I hit depression slumps in the fitness aspects of my life . I'm not one of the lucky ones as others I suppose that can maintain a good exercise regiment and it shows in weight fluctuations . I get down on myself then I begin emotional eating . It a never ending cycle . I don't want to be the perfect size just not have these dips and waves of feeling good then the huge  let down . It's so hard on my body and mind and spirit . 

I am literally envious of those who dont need to work so hard to be fit and healthy and can eat everything and anything . 

This to me is harder than quitting smoking . 

Any way out ? BTW some of this is age and medication struggle . Can't stop either of those . Any ideas or tips welcomed. 

The best motivation I've had is encouragement here  , but I'll be leaving shortly . All suggestions welcomed . 

Edited June 27, 20215 yr by Abby

I find it hard to motivate myself also which is why I watch the videos of these amazing runners.  That way, for the next couple of runs I imagine myself running with the same effortless grace (although in reality it's still the slow tortured shuffle that I like to pretend is a run).

Edited June 27, 20215 yr by d2e8b8

Been to Clubbersise....plus a 3 mile power walk today ....I'm knackered ....

On 6/27/2021 at 9:28 AM, Abby said:

I wonder why it is I hit depression slumps in the fitness aspects of my life . I'm not one of the lucky ones as others I suppose that can maintain a good exercise regiment and it shows in weight fluctuations . I get down on myself then I begin emotional eating . It a never ending cycle . I don't want to be the perfect size just not have these dips and waves of feeling good then the huge  let down . It's so hard on my body and mind and spirit . 

 

Expect good days and bad days.  Expect fluctuations in your weight.  They're gonna happen, so you might as well expect them to happen.  It's less of a surprise that way.

 

World class athletes do not maintain peak physical condition year-round.  It's not uncommon for top-ranked boxers to come into camp overweight and a bit out of shape.  They put in the work during training camp and are in prime condition on fight night...ideally.  Then the cycle begins all over again.

 

As for those fitness models on Instagram who are perpetually in perfect shape, there is a lot of smoke and mirrors involved in that.  Or more specifically a lot of Photoshop.  Don't compare yourself to those people.  They present an unrealistic and disingenuous view of what healthy living should look like.

 

I've been eating clean for a few weeks now.  However, last week we had a birthday party for my daughter.  I ate cheeseburgers and potato wedges.  I had cake and ice cream.  I didn't beat myself up over it.  I'm not going to spend a wonderful day with family and friends fretting over calories and macros.  I'll get back to eating clean tomorrow.  Besides one day of indulgence in not going to derail my entire fitness routine.  I get a little fat every year around Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day.  It's not a big problem.  January rolls around and I get my ass into gear.

 

Live your life.  Do the right things more often than not.  Accept the fact that some days are going to be better than others.

All of us are built differently physically and mentally.

Embrace YOU!

Love YOU!

Own your gifts and talents for no one else brings what YOU have to the table. 

Thank you for being YOU because it keeps the world an interesting place to be and would not be the same without YOU

@Boo

Dang you guys , now you make it hard to go 😞 . 😭 

 @AceWhite

Done some Beginners cardio excersise....and 3 mile power walk ...I'm pleased with my effort ..

The trail muscles seem to be starting to get better, tonight's run wasn't so bad.  Maybe the lower temp after the rain helped.  It was good to be able to keep the pace reasonably up.

Pedaling mountains this morning. Heat about got me- tough ride but good news I survived and deserve an ice cold beer

Hey ..I'll join you in the beer ....just to be sociable ....oh !!!and England's playing footy ...cheers .😁

Cheers!!

Well, since I am vacationing, I have taken a hiatus from working out. I will get back on THAT train, after I get back to California. 

Been mostly focusing on getting my legs & body back into running shape. Time to start cross training more for added benefits. Today I got back in the pool after some time off for some lap swimming and had a great workout. Following up with a run before fireworks this eve. Hope everyone has a safe holiday!!

Back to focusing on strength training.  I started a workout this week based on Dan John's "Five Basic Human Movements."  Two workouts.  Four days per-week(Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday).

 

Workout A: Deadlift, High-Boy Rows, Landmine Twists, and Farmer's Walks.

Workout B: Squat, Overhead Press, Bench Press, and Sled Pushes.

Conditioning work consists primarily of either boxing rounds on the heavy bag or intervals on the rower.

Sounds like an awesome workout program! Best of luck!!

Farmers walk ....looks more relaxing than power walking ...lol...

The weekend's supposed to be perfect weather for biking.  She got a wash, lube and is all set for tomorrow.