Just wanted to say that I've been working on my exercise phobia, and wanted to give a couple of exercise tape recommendations that I've found really good. Both tapes are about 20 minutes to half-an-hour long, and both are great for beginners or exercise-phobics, since they work you, but not to the point of pain or exhaustion. Anyway, I read somewhere recently that it's been found that moderate exercise (not strenuous) is the best kind of you, so maybe working ourselves to the point of exhaustion and panic isn't a great idea anyway.
Anyway, I would recommend Richard Simmons' "Blast Off" workout (I know that he's an acquired taste, and, in truth, I haven't acquired it yet, but the workout is fun and very motivating) and Leslie Sansone's "Two-Mile Walk." If you are afraid of exercise, I would recommend checking these tapes out, because they will give you aerobic benefit but are low-impact and easy enough to not cause too much stress on your body.
Posts: 706 | Location: Michigan | Registered: December 11, 2000
I love Richard Simmons. I lost 20 pounds because of that man and personally I think he is wonderful. I do however understand why some people would need to aquire a taste for him. Although you have to admit, he is pretty funny, even when he isn't trying to be.
Anyway, I just wanted to say thanks for the wonderful suggestions. I'm sure a lot of folks will find them very helpful. I also wanted to say I'm glad you found something that is working for you. I know that you have struggled with the excercise issue for a while now and it's nice to know you found something to help you through it.
Good Luck, Mellie
Posts: 426 | Location: Saint Paul M.N. | Registered: March 16, 2001
Thanks for the suggestions! I have been dealing with the exercise "thing" for a while. The racing heart doesn't bother me as much as the breathing thing!!! I'm going to try them out cause I really do feel better when I exercise!!! thanks again. Betty
what I do is listen to the tapes while I walk/very slow jog..this way i listen and get exercise at the same time!! I use my walkman and walk walk walk while i hear Lucinda give helpful advice on how to get better!!! The tapes are almost an hour so it works out! also if you get anxious while you are exercising you have the tape to help you! Best wishes to all
Posts: 120 | Location: Stamford CT, 06901 USA | Registered: July 03, 2001
I would try some beginner yoga tapes at first so you can get used to some of the normal body sensations! It is slow,not tiering and yet GREAT excersise! Kristi
Posts: 163 | Location: Alberta,Canada | Registered: May 21, 2001
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