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My doctor just recommended this exact workout. She uses it on her bike. I’ve practiced this 2 days this week for the first time walking. I can definitely tell my overall workout is yielding better results. I have more energy afterwards, even though I’m working up more of a sweat and my heart is pounding a little harder. This is a much more rewarding and even easier technique for a good power walk.
ReplyHi Linda
I love your commentaries. It’s because I can relate to each entry LOL! Your workouts are awesome. I’m 48 and right now it seems as if nothing wants to go anywhere, which can be seen as good and not so good. Not sure if it’s my calorie intake or what but I sorta think my hormones have something to do with this slooooow progress. Do you have any more suggestions for premenopause workouts and nutrition? Thanks. Keep up the GREAT work!
ReplyThanks so much, Toni! Usually diet is the issue because not eating a 300-calorie treat is easier than trying to burn it off later. Hormones are definitely a contributing issue to weight gain, but more about weight distribution (hello, belly fat), than actual gain. Have patience! I’ve talked about how I lost 15 lbs. over the course of a year. That’s one pound a month. Just keep doing the right things and it will happen :). You can also look at my blog archives by clicking on the tiles on the bottom of my main blog page for Ageless Nutrition, etc. Thanks!
ReplyHey Linda!
Once again, you delivered another great article – thanks! I’m going to try this on Friday which is my “rest” day. When I initially read the “instructions” I thought I had to come up with 5 different exercises (one for each round) but when I re-read it, I understood that it only requires 5 sets of the same exercise:). This interval plan seems really doable and simple. Can I use either jumping jacks, plank jacks, or jump rope as my cardio?
Thanks much and have an awesome day! I’m looking forward to the 7-day body challenge!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
ReplyThanks for this Linda! It’s my low back that routinely goes and prevents a regular workout schedule. Ugh Part of my problem is being so short waisted, only have 1″ between my bottom rib and the top of my hip bone. So things like Dead Lifts are a complete no go for me, no matter how careful I am with form. And lets talk about stretching – it’s an absolutely mandatory daily routine for me. Skip it, even without a workout and I’m doomed. Some ‘simple’ move like picking up the dog leash and I could be on ice for days. Again, thanks for this. I am gonna give it a go.
ReplyHI Nanette! No, definitely do NOT attempt deadlifts if you have lower back issues. How much core work do you do? Back issues are often the result of a weak core. Planks, which are usually safe for everyone, help. And yes, stretching every day is a must. Be sure to focus on engaging your abdominals before doing anything involving bending and picking up things, too!
ReplyAs Denise said “Another great article”! I have started doing this in my 7 mile walk and found music that helps me do it. Finally, one of your other post kicked me in the pants (about me not doing well while my instructor was on break) and I am back on track and already down 3 pounds this week. Thank you so much for your post and I watch the minimum amount of TV and do not have any of the other stuff either. I’m not against it I just find it boring compared to doing something.
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