LunaWhisper Posted April 24, 2016 Report Share Posted April 24, 2016 Greeting fellow nerds! So happy to have found this website. I have been struggling with my weight for as long as I can remember. I think I only managed to be happy with it for about a year in high school before it began creeping back up, and even back then I worked my butt of to get it down to where I wanted it. I have rheumatoid arthritis and it tends to ruin every workout routine I try within the first couple of months due to injuries. Maybe I need to get into cycling or other low impact workouts, but I don't feel like I see as much results with those and my neighborhood makes cycling downright scary. My last attempt at a workout was joining my local 9 Round gym, which I love! I've been pretending I'm training to be an amazon. (blame my recent Xena binge) However I need to slow down now due to suffering a back injury. Hopefully I can stay active with low impact workouts till I can return to kickboxing. Quote Link to comment
porchcricket13 Posted April 24, 2016 Report Share Posted April 24, 2016 Welcome! As my neurosurgeon pointed out to me, any activity will improve your joint health over time as long as you go slow and build muscle I can't do the cycling thing myself because of my nerve issues, but it was highly recommended as low impact for my knees and ankles. Maybe a stationary bike? Swimming would also be good if you like water. Quote And in this existence, I'll stay persistent And I'll make a difference, and I will have lived it- MFTP Battle Log Link to comment
Steaky Posted April 24, 2016 Report Share Posted April 24, 2016 If you're nervous or uncomfortable about riding a bike on open roads (very understandable) is would recommend trying either a static bike, or try to find a track/velodrome near you. Most offer classes for beginners and allow you to ride in a safe environment away from traffic, without the monotony of trying to ride a static bike. swimming is also a great option for low impact. Quote My curent challenge: http://rebellion.nerdfitness.com/index.php?/topic/83866-steakys-feline-friends/ Link to comment
LunaWhisper Posted April 26, 2016 Author Report Share Posted April 26, 2016 I must be one of the few Floridians who cant swim. Its ob my bucket list to learn this summer. After that it may be one of my go to activities. I recently found a park nearby that has a short 2 mile trail. Might start going there once I get my foldable bike, it'll be easier to take with me to work so I can hit the trail on my way home. If I make it home I may not want to go out again. Quote Link to comment
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