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2009/03/31, 11:39 AM
Hey everyone!
I have a problem, and don't know the answer. Up until January 24th of 2008, I was an active woman. I worked, and maintained a busy life. I bought a treadmill January 2008. 2 days later, I severely broke my ankle. (I mean broke it so bad that the leg and foot were only attached by skin) I have had 3 surgeries on the dang thing, and am facing the 4th. With 3 plates and 17 screws, walking with a normal pace/gait is not possible. SO - Needless to say, couldn't use the treadmill. So, I sold it and bought a Stamina Elite Total body workout fitness bike. It has pedals and hand pedals to achieve a total body workout.
Here is my problem. Since I broke my ankle, I am in pain 24/7. That has lead to my blood pressure going through the roof. So, I am on 3 different B/P meds to bring it down.
In order to lose weight with exercise, I have been told that I need to get my target heart rate to 140. With the B/P meds - I can't get my heart rate higher than in the 90's.
I have gained so much weight being down over a year now. My hubby (God Bless Him) can't cook. His answer to feeding me has been fast food - sandwiches and the like. I didn't realize how much weight I had gained until I tried on jeans that do not fit anymore....I have been asking for salads etc. of late.
Can someone give me some ideas? Am I able to lose weight exercising and not get my target heart rate up to the 140's? Is the exercise bike a waste of my time? I am so discouraged!
I just want my life back.
Sincerely,
Loey :(
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