Toni I just added walking to my regimen. It's cheap, and can be fun... such as if it rains, go and walk anyway and splash in the puddles. LOL

No, honest, I added walking. I have been on a plateau to long, and couldn't think of anything else to do.

Monday, Wednesday, and Fridays I do a weight workout, and walk. Tuesdays (well, most Tuesdays) Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays I ride my bike.

This way, different muscles have rest days every other day.

I really don't like DVD's.

Moni

I'm an on again/off again exerciser, so no offense taken lol

I have found that by breaking up my exercise routine I am more inclined to stick with it. I would always dread the thought of 30 to 45 minutes on the treadmill, so I break it up into 15 minute sessions. I also keep small weights next to the couch and use them while I am watching tv. I chose outdoor walking instead of treadmill when the weather is nice, as I feel I get a better workout, plus the scenery is nicer :)

Good luck and most importantly make it fun!!

I am sooooooooo offended by the word Exercise, I don't know if I can sleep tonight now that I've read your post and those who have responded saying they're also Exercising!

*sigh*

What is this place coming to? Can't an innocent fluffy girl even go out to a public forum, without running into something like this?

LOL @ Stoney baloney!!

I just bought a dance dvd. Don't laugh but it's "Dance off the inches: Hip Hop Party". It got really good reviews, I've watched it once just to see what it was like. Doesn't seem too tough once you get the basic moves down. There are 4 dances I think on it... so you could just do one or two for a workout and build up to the whole dvd. It looks like fun, I'd rather dance than do pushups and jumping jacks.

Here is a link that might be useful: Hip Hop Party

"I'm on the look out for dvds that have shorter work outs, possibly two or three shorter workouts a day."

Check YouTube. There are plenty of short workout videos there. And they are FREE! There are instructional videos and other ones where you just follow along to the music and try to keep up with the group they show.

Also if you have cable or dish check out the fitness channels. FitTV has 24/7 programming of 20-30min workout shows. Oxygen has workout shows too. Check your TV guide for what is in your area. The PBS channels have them too if you don't have cable but the selection is not as great of course.

Also if you fint a fitness show you really like it is often availble on DVD for purchase. This way you don't waste your money buying a set of DVDs you won't watch because they are either too boring or too diffcult.

There is a series of exercise DVDs that feature 5 10 minute workouts on each one, they are called "10 minute solution___"
the blank will be the type, pilates, yoga etc. I also have one that is called Bellydance Fitness for Weight Loss, it uses the same principal, and while you won't be a bellydance performer when your done, you get the benefits of the moves.
If you have Netflix you can rent them to try before buying. Some Blockbuster type stores may also have them for rent. I got several dance ones to try by renting them.
I am uncoordinated, and cant dance for real, but I like the belly dance one a lot.

Good luck, Ellie near Dallas

I am offended by any exercise regime that requires more than arm curls bringing ice cream in spoon towards open mouth. Heaven forbid it should be something fruit-flavored (and maybe healthier???) like Strawberry? My heavens.

Otherwise, I have no advice other than to turn off TV and go for a walk, or turn on TV but only if you concurrently peddle an exercise bike or pound a treadmill. Better yet if exercise bike generates the electricity for the TV and/or internet. I had that a few years ago at 24 Hour Fitness, and although problem-prone, it was definitely motivating while it was working.

I'd say walk for exercise - around 20 mins will help and find a DVD that will have you doing light resistance. I'm pretty sure you can find them at Walmart. The one I have uses the band, the ball and other things that won't cost you a fortune to buy. The DVD also came with a chart that you can pin up so you don't have to watch it over and over to do the exercises.

Good luck, it's hard getting started but once you do and stick to it, you'll be encouraged by the results.

>> any exercise regime that requires more than arm curls bringing ice cream in spoon towards open mouth

Now THAT is very funny!

I don't like DVDs or exercise machines, too boring. My husband's Physical Therapist told me the best way to tone up muscles and lose weight is by walking. I try to walk anywhere in my town when I have to do errands. I can walk one-quarter mile to the grocery store or one and three-quarters of a mile to a state park/beach.