RedSky4u
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Any thoughts on this topic? How many of you have purchased one? How long did you use it?
That might work for me, laughed so hard I had tears running down my legsMy son bought us one a few years ago. I find it so boring. I tried reading on it but I seem to lose my balance. Hooked up a TV and couldn't get interested in any program, tried listening to music and just about fell asleep on my feet.
I may try dangling a Twinkle from a string just out of reach but even that may not be enough motivation.
At that price you got a very good deal, and yours does not look like a cheapo.I’d prefer to do my walking outside in the fresh air but the perpetual heat wears me down fast. So about 4 years ago i bought a secondhand treadmill for $200 and now rarely miss a day on it. Usually either the music is juked up or i’ll set the ipad tuned to netflix on the control board to stave off treadmill boredom. Even a mere mile or two a day does wonders in keeping A1C levels in check...and just an fyi....there are many outstanding deals to be had on used treadmills.
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(still purring like a kitten, too)
I bought a Proform combination elliptical/recumbant bicycle about 7 years ago, and have used it for 5-6 days a week for 35-4 minutes a day since then, with breaks for minor surgery (pacemaker last summer), a broken right wrist followed by surgery on that wrist, occasional use of the guest room where the thing lives.You're much better off with an elliptical. You get the same exercise on a treadmill that you get while walking; maybe even less, since it's motorized. Unlike a treadmill, an elliptical works your upper body where 40% of your muscles are.
But, you have to be willing to spend money on a good one. You want separate resistance for the arms & legs. The cheaper ones link both together. And a cheap one won't last.
I agree. I would have gotten an elliptical to begin with instead of the threadmill, but regrettably the overhead clearance in my office/gym was barely high enough to handle a threadmill. An elliptical would have had me banging my head on the ceiling.You're much better off with an elliptical. You get the same exercise on a treadmill that you get while walking; maybe even less, since it's motorized. Unlike a treadmill, an elliptical works your upper body where 40% of your muscles are.
But, you have to be willing to spend money on a good one. You want separate resistance for the arms & legs. The cheaper ones link both together. And a cheap one won't last.
I'm cheap and lazy so I would start off my exercise routine with a brisk walk around the neighborhood.
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A dog might be a better investment than a treadmill and IMO it would be more fun!
Good luck!
Thank you so very much for the suggestion. I found her on Tube. I am going to try it!Check out the Leslie Sansone walking videos on Youtube. NO equipment needed.
Wow. Is that an Aosa Clematis in your avatar. It’s a clematis of some type right?Any thoughts on this topic? How many of you have purchased one? How long did you use it?
Not only walking the dog but bending down to collect the poop. Hand/finger coordination to reverse the plastic bag plus depending on the size of the dog carrying the weight of the poop until disposed of. Way more exercise than one would imagine.A dog, yes ... can't quit walking if you have a dog! ... whereas the treadmill could care less
I'm with you Ruth, sorry treadmill users, i can't make myself use one, no way, no how.My son bought us one a few years ago. I find it so boring. I tried reading on it but I seem to lose my balance. Hooked up a TV and couldn't get interested in any program, tried listening to music and just about fell asleep on my feet.
I may try dangling a Twinkle from a string just out of reach but even that may not be enough motivation.
I have a dog that walks me which is why he is spending the week at board and train.I'm with you Ruth, sorry treadmill users, i can't make myself use one, no way, no how.
Have a stationary bike, use it on regular basis, got one since my knee replacements, to keep them from stiffening up.
Have 3 dogs, we walk.
Absolutely. I've been a regular exerciser for a number of years now, and I find it helps keep my blood pressure under control ( unfortunately still have to take meds but exercise makes a difference), better mobility and less joint stiffness. My choice of exercise is an at home combinationelliptical/recumbant bike as a baseline, I walk sometimes, but there are many ways to get exercise. As I have been told, the best type of exercise is one that you will keep doing.Wow. Is that an Aosa Clematis in your avatar. It’s a clematis of some type right?
This is a GREAT idea. Either get a dog so you have to walk it or get some type of exercise equipment. The suggestions you got from here are really good. Get a good bike.
I believe with every cell of my being that daily exercise absolutely WILL change your life for the best. It’s proven that it increases blood flow and ‘ feel good ‘ brain chemicals. These are natural occurring chemicals that make you feel good. Even if you get a treadmill, it’s good to walk outside if you can as well. The fresh air and being close to natural is very soul soothing and tranquil. Planning to exercise is a wise choice for your mind and body.
what kind of music are you listening to on there? lol!My son bought us one a few years ago. I find it so boring. I tried reading on it but I seem to lose my balance. Hooked up a TV and couldn't get interested in any program, tried listening to music and just about fell asleep on my feet.
I may try dangling a Twinkle from a string just out of reach but even that may not be enough motivation.