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What do you do to stay in shape?

apple1964 — Wed, 22 Jan 2014 15:35:43 GMT

Good morning Ladies .. Just wondering what all of you do to stay in shape? I walk and jog and ride my bike. We have five rescue dogs that we take to the dog park and we get some good exercise rounding them up to go home. [They never want to leave the park] Just a fun thread. Happy new year to all of you!

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151949 — Wed, 22 Jan 2014 15:40:51 GMT

I work out at the gym 3 days a week and walk and swim (when the weather cooperates) the other days.

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PamelaSuein72 — Wed, 22 Jan 2014 16:01:18 GMT

I do three miles on the elliptical in the morning as soon as I get out of bed (it has to be as soon as I get out of bed or I won't do it).

At work, over my lunch break, I walk three miles outside.

On weekends, I either do three miles on the elliptical or 3 miles on the treadmill, whichever feels the best to me at the time.

Gives me six miles of cross-training a day throughout the week. Three miles on weekend days.

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StylishLady — Wed, 22 Jan 2014 16:09:04 GMT

Do work out with the PBS shows Monday-Saturday for 1/2 hour to an hour. Try to get in 50-60 laps in the pool, weather permitting. Count my calories. Also lots of gardening during the day. It all adds up. I'll be 80 in October and I feel fine and wear size 6 pants and skirts.

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Love to Run — Wed, 22 Jan 2014 16:13:49 GMT

I run at least 3 miles at least twice a week (more if the weather permits). I use my fitbit to track my steps and aim for 10,000 per day. I eat right and log my food on Myfitnesspal during the week. I have an air stepper to work out when its too cold out. I eat what I want on the weekends.

I start every morning with stretching and planks.

Re: What do you do to stay in shape?

apple1964 — Wed, 22 Jan 2014 16:21:05 GMT

Thank you all for stopping by...have a nice day!

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HORSINGMOM — Wed, 22 Jan 2014 17:02:40 GMT

I eliptical for 45 minutes 4 days a week, and just started running, so, I'll mix that up with the eliptical. And, I ride 3-4 times a week. Mucking stalls and cleaning up the barn burns a lot of calories.

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ID2 — Wed, 22 Jan 2014 18:46:51 GMT

I watch what I eat and use my elliptical a few hours every day.

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MarthaStewardess — Wed, 22 Jan 2014 19:34:36 GMT

Walking works great for me. I listen to music while I'm out and walk at a pretty good pace. My route is around three miles. Sometimes I go walking twice a day.

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Catitude — Thu, 23 Jan 2014 15:25:31 GMT

cycle. treadmill. free weights. YOGA. swim. DANCE.

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FLGators — Thu, 23 Jan 2014 16:52:48 GMT

I workout 5-6 days a week. Just started Jillian's body revolution(30mins). Since the 1st phase is not as intense I follow it up with an additional 30 min cardio.

Re: What do you do to stay in shape?

apple1964 — Thu, 23 Jan 2014 17:07:52 GMT

Thanks again for stopping by .. I got a lot of good ideas from you ladies so I will not get bored with my usual workout~~. Stay warm if you are in a cold state.. if not, your lucky send some warmth and sun to us. Have a nice day!~~

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Topaz Gem — Thu, 23 Jan 2014 17:10:25 GMT

I go to Curves and in between workouts I do a Leslie Sansone walking tape.

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Cranberries — Thu, 23 Jan 2014 23:02:39 GMT

Weights, boxing, some cardio (walking/jogging, treadmill or elliptical) biking, sometimes a yoga DVD I have, but that's just more relaxation for me.

Eat healthy(ier) 80-90% of the time, allowing 10-20% for a little leeway because I am human afterall.

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Reva — Thu, 23 Jan 2014 23:09:33 GMT

I joined a Fitness 19 near my house about 6 months ago and try to go 3 times a week. I use the treadmill or bike for about 15-20 minutes and then I do some resistance training and weights on the other machines for another 30 minutes. I really enjoy it! Reva

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Summerfun — Thu, 23 Jan 2014 23:19:14 GMT

Crossfit 2 times a week and T25...starting the Zone diet.....LOVE IT!

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beckyb1012 — Thu, 23 Jan 2014 23:23:24 GMT

I ride a stationary bike at least two hours every day seven days a week. Before daylight session is my longest and about 30 minutes each night. Love to read while I bike.

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willdob3 — Thu, 23 Jan 2014 23:26:59 GMT

I eat very, very healthy. 24/7 365 days a year. Good nutrition does most of the work.

I also lift weights and do different types of cardio.

Re: What do you do to stay in shape?

Aiminghigh — Fri, 24 Jan 2014 00:17:55 GMT

Oh my golly...how inspiring all of you are!! I stopped by Heath and Fitness boards this afternoon because I was feeling down, very depressed actually, about my weight. Have gained back 35 pounds after losing 80 a few years ago. Lost the weight on Weight Watchers, then used Jenny Craig to maintain (sort of). I have been trying Weight Watchers again but am struggling struggling struggling. Have never exercised much at all. Now I am thinking I must move as well as diet. I ordered Barre 3 DVDs today. Any encouragement or suggestions would be much appreciate. I am 53 and have been fighting with my weight since I was 16. Thanks!

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Vivian — Fri, 24 Jan 2014 01:10:28 GMT

Aiminghigh, as a Lifetime member of WW, I certainly had my ups and downs with weight. Here's my best advice. First, just keep trying. Don't beat yourself up for gaining weight. You're still a good person. Nobody else talks as badly to us as we women talk to ourselves. Success always requires numerous attempts and failures. We're only human, not perfect. As for exercise, do something you like. I go to aerobic dance classes three times a week and aerobic interval training, which includes free weights, twice a week. I used to figure skate and play tennis but a torn Achilles forced me to pursue other activities. The bottom line was I could never have stuck with any of these work-outs if they weren't fun for me. Experiment with different activities and keep an open mind. If something bores you, try something else. The key is to keep at it. You can do it!