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Exercise 5 times a week


 

How to exercise 5 times a week by quinnbot

"It's great knowing that I can start the day with a 4-mile run and have tons of energy for the rest of the day."

How I did it: I joined a club rugby team, which was a great help, and took up jogging and weight training in addition. Now, I run regularly, and do 5K and 10K races when I can.

Lessons & tips: Try to find a buddy, or a group of people who are of a similar fitness level to you. It's a little easier to get into a routine when you've got some friends to back you up!

Resources:

  • Runner's World.com (tips on safe and effective training)
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  • Active.com (search for races and other fitness events)
  • Dick's Sporting Goods (buying a new pair of jogging shoes or a yoga mat could be motivational) 
  • Wii Fit (good for rainy days when I'm less motivated to get cold and wet)
  • Mayo Clinic Fitness Center (for informed tips) 
  • http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/fitness/SM99999


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    Getting back into it 1 week ago

    Monday – rest day
    Tuesday – 1.5 hours of salsa dance
    Wednesday – worked out my arms/shoulders – 45 mins at gym
    Thursday – nothing
    Friday – Worked out legs, sprints on treadmill – 1 hour at gym
    Saturday – Body attack – 1 hour of intense cardio
    Sunday (tomorrow) – Jacobs ladder (climbing steps) – 40 mins – 1 hour

    If I stick to doing my cardio workout tomorrow, I will be on track!

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    SimplyStacey

    re-instating 2 weeks ago

    this goal :)

    Nov 03, 03:57AM PST | 4 cheers | 0 comments


    crystalz is trying to be patient for whatever is next.

    This week... 2 months ago

    elliptical 2 times so far and crunches one day…

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    SimplyStacey

    week of Aug. 17-Aug. 23 2 months ago

    TU elliptical 30 min.
    WE weights & crunches, 30 min.
    TH elliptical 40 min.
    SA 4 mile walk

    Aug 25, 06:13PM PDT | 3 cheers | 2 comments


    SimplyStacey

    week of Aug. 10-Aug. 16 3 months ago

    G. and I have been going to the gym together after work! Yayy!

    MO elliptical 40 min
    TU elliptical 40 min
    WE elliptical 40 min
    TH stationary bike 30 min
    SU stationary bike 40 min

    Aug 16, 05:33PM PDT | 3 cheers | 0 comments


    Weltschmerzgirl unboyfriendable?

    I hate physical activity!!! 3 months ago

    Every muscle in my body hurts sooo damn bad! I’m just tryin’ to live healthier life! Grrrrr…...!!!

    Aug 05, 02:47AM PDT | 1 cheer | 0 comments


    SallyKitt "Action is the antidote to despair" - Joan Baez

    July 27-Aug 2 : 6 times! 3 months ago

    Mon – 1 hour yoga class
    Tue – 35 min cardio/elliptical
    Wed – 40 min hike
    Thu – 50 min yoga DVD
    Sat – 40 min hike with 2 four-pound weights
    Sun – 40 min hike with 2 four-pound weights
    2 1/2 hours of weeding, including way too much hoeing.

    Jul 28, 07:53AM PDT | 2 cheers | 0 comments


    SallyKitt "Action is the antidote to despair" - Joan Baez

    July 20-26 - four times, but a lot of walking 4 months ago

    Mon – Walked for 3 1/2 hours – Coney Island/Brighton Beach Boardwalk, etc. Walked 1 more hour through Park Slope neighborhood.

    Tue – Walked for about 3 1/2-4 hours. From above Times Square, down Broadway to Canal Street with some zigging and zagging for bookstores, etc. along the way. 4-5 miles?

    Wed- Walked for 2 hours

    Thu- Recouped from travel
    Fri – Nada
    Sat –
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    Jul 21, 03:57PM PDT | 1 cheer | 0 comments


    crystalz is trying to be patient for whatever is next.

    Monday, July 20th 4 months ago

    Exercised on elliptical – 210 calories, 33 mins

    Jul 20, 09:07AM PDT | 4 cheers | 1 comment


    crystalz is trying to be patient for whatever is next.

    Saturday, July 16th... 4 months ago

    Exercised for 35 minutes on elliptical. 200 calories

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