Getting started.....Again : Community Message Boards
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akmomma84
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Wed, Dec 18, 2013 19:12
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Getting started.....Again
So last winter I started getting more active, joined a gym, and was on track to getting into shape. Well, in June I injured my knee and spent most of the summer relatively inactive. In October I had surgery for ACL reconstruction with a cadaver graft. I am doing physical therapy at home now, but what I am struggling with is the fact that I am now the heaviest I have ever been. I am really discouraged because, at the direction of my doctor, I cannot return to the gym for a few more months. I have been trying to find exercises I can do at home that don't require weights or equipment, but a majority of them are too difficult, like they are for people who are already in shape. I just feel really lost and discouraged and wonder if anyone can give me some suggestions. Thank you.
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LotsaLbs2Lose
NC
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Wed, Dec 18, 2013 20:12
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Joining a gym for me is more counter productive....
I used to be a gym member at many different clubs, I always struggled with my psychology and my "ego" before i would go. I couldn't get over the whole "looks" thing...meaning I had to have cool sneakers, nice clothes, had my hair looking good, and also was at times not giving a darn about any of that, but the point is, the gym is not FOR ME if I have to have a pschological battle with myself b/f going! LOL! So now, I save the money and use it for healthy *more costly food) I exercise at my computer just do leg lifts, isometrics, etc. I lift my arms jump, do chair situps, drop down and do push ups, jog in place and lift my child in reps. I will tell you you don't need to go to a place to workout, just like you don't need to go to a church to be with God. It's all what you do with what you have. Little things add up!!
Good luck.
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LotsaLbs2Lose
NC
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Wed, Dec 18, 2013 20:12
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You tube also has good vids.
I usually find something helpful there.
Hope the knee improves....
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1144
Desert Hot Springs CA
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Thu, Dec 19, 2013 12:12
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How about light dumbbells for upper body work? Track your food here and make the calories count. How about some short walks?
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jjswbs2
Pittsburgh PA
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Thu, Dec 19, 2013 18:12
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Walking and dumbbells are my favorite non-gym exercises. I joined curves so I wouldn't have to deal with the "gym culture" :)
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Maria418
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Thu, Dec 19, 2013 21:12
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Collage Videos
Try collagevideos.com. They have a plethera of videos that you can do at home for every level -- from beginner to advanced, seniors, sitting in a chair, yoga, stretching, you name it, they've got it. Best of luck.
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jjswbs2
Pittsburgh PA
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Fri, Dec 20, 2013 18:12
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Maria418, That is a great tip!! Thanks for sharing :)
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LotsaLbs2Lose
NC
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Sat, Dec 21, 2013 21:12
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KNee Problems are rough.
I tore my meniscus (sp) years ago, and whenever it's about to snow...I feel major changes, mostly ache pain, etc. My knee is my barometer!
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jjswbs2
Pittsburgh PA
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Sat, Dec 21, 2013 22:12
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Knee pain must be horrible :(
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8191
CT
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Sat, Dec 21, 2013 22:12
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