Group: New Members Greet & Meet - Introduce yourself

New Members Greet & Meet - Introduce yourself
Created: 2011/12/31, Members: 1539, Messages: 27038

Officially introduce yourself to the community by sharing your goals, obstacles or accomplishments. Don't be shy.. we're all here for the same reason. The more support we share the easier it will be to reach our goals!

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abbyanna
abbyanna
Posts: 1
Joined: 2007/08/27
United States
2007/08/29, 07:35 AM
I just had a quick question...I lost about 40lbs and would like to lose about 15 more...I do have a low thyroid...I haven't worked out much (except gardening I live on a farm) I need to bump it up a notch...I have been running the last two mronings I do about 5 minutes stretches and run/walk (to build stamina) about 25-30 minutes (outside) but it does get cold here quick and I was curious if anyone recommends yoga when the cold months get here...I just want to keep toned and weight down!!
ReptilianFeline
ReptilianFeline
Posts: 187
Joined: 2007/08/28
Sweden
2007/08/29, 08:31 AM
I bought a small training trampoline that I use in the living room when I watch TV. I mostly run on it instead of jump, and have found that I can run better on that than outside on the real ground. I also change my position, and with some nice music I even dance a bit.
Yoga is good for stretching and such, and I have a couple of exercises I do from time to time, but nothing in a group.
I'm trying weight training, and the results are very nice. You should try that as well. I use rubber tubing instead of weights. Less to carry from the shop ;-)

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flyonthewall
flyonthewall
Posts: 1,823
Joined: 2005/01/18
Canada
2007/08/29, 10:30 AM
Yoga is great for keeping you limber regardless of the time of year or what your activity is. Good for you for starting a running routine and if you can keep it up thru the colder months, it's a great way to get exercise and fresh air. Introducing some resistance training, aka weight lifting, whether it's with rubber tubing, free weights or cans of soup, along with a sound nutritious diet will help you reach your goals. good luck and welcome to FT!

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