tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post2216602493317146553..comments2024-03-20T21:54:36.152+10:00Comments on Going Grey and Slightly Green: Getting fit at homeNanna Chelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07500527266771727074noreply@blogger.comBlogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-79531776405051262442017-11-25T15:49:09.564+10:002017-11-25T15:49:09.564+10:00I hope you enjoy your exercise Chel. I find it giv...I hope you enjoy your exercise Chel. I find it gives me a real "lift" that last the day. I miss it if I don't get my morning exercise in. Cheers LyndieLife After 50, Fitness and Leisurehttp://www.lifefitnessleisure.blogspot.com.aunoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-84156507546477551162017-11-24T17:50:11.736+10:002017-11-24T17:50:11.736+10:00I have the same "hazards "as you Chel......I have the same "hazards "as you Chel....magpies, sun and heat, so I walk the dog twice a day..... early just as the sun's coming up while it'still cool, then again late afternoon, and cover around 8-10 kms most days. There's a bit of socialising as well as we meet other walkers. We walk along the riverbank, through town, or across town onto the walking paths there. There's plenty of hills to climb too and I go up and down stairs all day, which keeps me fit. Good luck with your new keep fit plan, let us know how you go.<br /><br /> Nanettehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14473143331781472223noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-63386217487968355072017-11-24T17:12:00.667+10:002017-11-24T17:12:00.667+10:00That advice about weight training is correct, espe...That advice about weight training is correct, especially for older people who lose muscle density. My husband is a total gym junky, but I prefer cardio more. I do lift weights to keep my muscles usable, but as a percentage of workouts, I mostly do cardio. The best advice I heard about maintaining physical fitness, is to do what you love. As you're more likely to stick with it, over the long term. Introduce other forms of exercise, to mix it up, but don't be afraid to fall-back on your preferred form of exercise. Well done for trying new things though. :) Chris https://www.blogger.com/profile/13715819899708384147noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-81495430365788055312017-11-24T17:06:14.211+10:002017-11-24T17:06:14.211+10:00I use to enjoy walking in town, when we lived ther...I use to enjoy walking in town, when we lived there. Lake Annand, is particularly beautiful for walking past the man-made water features, and seeing the bird life. If you're looking for outside motivation, there are some lovely places to drive your car to in Toowoomba, and walk around. Parts of Queens Park, is more shaded, so great for middle of the day walks. That's only if you're going to be out and about in the car though.<br /><br />It's great to hear you're looking for ways to get back into shape. I've felt the urge lately too. Must be the delightful (and uncharacteristic) spring weather, we've been having lately. Nature is telling us to get active again. I think the older you get, the harder it is to feel motivated too. So whatever you enjoy doing, do that. For me, it's cycling on my inside exercise bike (moves your arms as well) and listening to music on my headphones.Chris https://www.blogger.com/profile/13715819899708384147noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-3103005514867250172017-11-24T10:28:50.682+10:002017-11-24T10:28:50.682+10:00I love Leslie's videos. I have used them for y...I love Leslie's videos. I have used them for years. I have gotten fit and lost inches/weight. You will love them. The key is to have variety. Mrs. Chrissy Thttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09516870555452352931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-19655647915512253732017-11-24T06:23:54.482+10:002017-11-24T06:23:54.482+10:00Walking is great exercise, Chel, no matter how you...Walking is great exercise, Chel, no matter how you do it. It's my thing for keeping fit and for de-stressing! I like to walk outside, just in my old shorts and a T-shirt (no special clothing required) and I now have a pair of runners with orthotics in them as I have had a few foot problems this year. My favourite place to walk is on a beach or path that's by the sea. On my trip to Sydney last weekend, my friends and I did the Watson's Bay walk right out to entrance to the harbour. It was great! Meg:)Meghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11573371198907761962noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-71706174001846178352017-11-24T05:30:45.152+10:002017-11-24T05:30:45.152+10:00I am very fortunate that my work offers a heavily ...I am very fortunate that my work offers a heavily discounted gym membership. Having said that we do walk along the breakwater most evenings too. Mrs HM's doctor has advised that weight training is far more beneficial to overall well being and weight loss than cardio - very interesting.....so we bought some weights with a voucher I received for my 50th birthday.Phil Poggeauxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10528068263542083696noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-65926809098022354772017-11-24T04:21:43.926+10:002017-11-24T04:21:43.926+10:00Now that I don’t run I walk every single day for o...Now that I don’t run I walk every single day for one and a half hours. In two weeks I require a two night hospital stay and then 4-6 weeks recovery of no walking (except around the house) or lifting etc. It is going to drive me crazy. I’ll slowly build back up once I get the all clear again. I’ve always exercised as it makes me feel good physically and mentally.<br />All the best Chel and I’ll be interested in how you go.Home Is My Havenhttps://homesmyhaven.blogspot.com.aunoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-74954813437997257082017-11-23T21:52:49.750+10:002017-11-23T21:52:49.750+10:00This reminded me again that I still didn't sta...This reminded me again that I still didn't start doing yoga. It was my new year resolution and now it's already November! I just need to start, but can't find motivation. <br />Good for you for doing exercises at home, Chel. Keep it up. Nil @ The Little House by the Lakehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05812637017406376233noreply@blogger.com