Implementing An Exercise Routine
By Sharon
@simone10 (54189)
Louisville, Kentucky
September 8, 2016 6:17am CST
I have been thinking for a while that I need to do some kind of exercise every day since I can't walk a lot like I did last year. I have rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia and neuropathy of the feet which kind of limits me right now on what I can do. Doing things around the house isn't going to cut it for exercise.
I have thought of doing Yoga. I kind of browsed through videos on youtube and found some for beginner seniors. I haven't watched the videos yet but I did save them so that I can go back to them easily.
There are also videos for chair aerobics and I have done that in the past. Believe it or not, it's a good little workout. I will probably implement that in my exercise program as well.
Has anyone here ever done Yoga? I know there are a lot of positions I may not be able to do but other than that, is it pretty easy to do? I hoping the beginner seniors will be something that is a little easier. I"m going to look at the video today.
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@Bluedoll (16774)
• Canada
12 Sep 16
@simone10 while in tai-chi class a person that had an injury told me yoga was too difficult but I think they preferred it over our class.
I need to start it up again but it will be alone which is sometimes a drag. The gentle slow movements do help condition my muscles without damage.
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@BelleStarr (61047)
• United States
8 Sep 16
I think it can be very good for you. My friend, who is a yoga instructor, gave us one private class. It is not for us we decided. I love the exercise we do at the senior center which uses stretchy bands and light weights as well as tennis balls. It is a combination of light strength training and balance moves and it really helps. We do some of it in a chair. If you find a senior center, they probably offer exercise classes as well. Ours does have senior yoga classes.
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@Cjairah04 (56)
• Angeles City, Philippines
8 Sep 16
I am doing facial exercise to loose fats on my face.
I have slimmer bod but my face doesn't say so.
I also do general exercise. To remain healthy/fit is the reason why.
Do you have guys some suggestions on how to solve this big problem of mine?
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@simone10 (54189)
• Louisville, Kentucky
11 Sep 16
@Cjairah04 I have heard of facial exercises before but I didn't know if they really worked. How long have you been doing them?
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@Cjairah04 (56)
• Angeles City, Philippines
8 Sep 16
@bacon147 what do you mean type?
I just know that it is for loosing face fats.
@epiffanie (11326)
• Australia
9 Sep 16
I've done yoga. but mostly only in my mind .. Everything happens inside my mind lately ..
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@crazyhorseladycx (39515)
• United States
8 Sep 16
visit with yer doc 'bout that yoga 'fore ya start, hon. some conditions don't do well with such'n ya doin' via video mightn't be such a grand idea?? jest my 2 cents. yepperz, those chair aerobics can sure get'cher blood pumpin' 's well's remind'ja 'f lil muscles that'cha fergot'cha 'd :)
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@simone10 (54189)
• Louisville, Kentucky
12 Sep 16
@crazyhorseladycx 
I know what you mean. That has happened to me before too. I will definitely take it slow with whatever exercise I decide to do.
I know what you mean. That has happened to me before too. I will definitely take it slow with whatever exercise I decide to do.1 person likes this
@crazyhorseladycx (39515)
• United States
11 Sep 16
@simone10 :) i dunno, i worked some'f mine 'bout 3 days 'go'n they're still tellin' me such t'werent' a good idea, lol. so i'd take't slow, hon.
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@ria1606roy (2797)
• Kolkata, India
8 Sep 16
Beginning of Yoga is easy. Then you have to flex and hold the respective positions of the different 'asanas' and the main trick is completely focusing on what you're doing. It is as important to keep your body fit as your mind and concentration. Yoga might help alleviate some of the physical restrictions if done regularly and properly in a graded manner. Too much at once is harmful.
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whatever you do is no pressure@ria1606roy (2797)
• Kolkata, India
11 Sep 16
@simone10 there's no pressure 
do as much as your body allows. Your fitness will only increase after that.
do as much as your body allows. Your fitness will only increase after that.1 person likes this
@JESSY3236 (18957)
• United States
13 Sep 16
Yes, yoga is pretty easy. There is such as a thing as chair yoga too.
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@Dionnaemaree (67)
• Cleveland, Ohio
8 Sep 16
I do yoga about 3 times a week ( in the comfort of my home ) There's so many different positions that seriously anyone can do atleast 5 of them lol I think you should go for it. It may even help to start walking a little more. I know for me yoga makes me feel better. I hope it does the same for you(:
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@simone10 (54189)
• Louisville, Kentucky
12 Sep 16
@Dionnaemaree I am writing these down so I can give them a try. Thanks!
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@Dionnaemaree (67)
• Cleveland, Ohio
11 Sep 16
@simone10 yes , there's the mountain pose, the warrior , the tree pose , triangle pose , the twisted seat pose and the children's pose ! these should have you feeling good !! (:
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@scheng1 (24650)
• Singapore
8 Sep 16
Why don't you just try out the hand-swinging exercise?
It is not as easy as just standing there, and swing your hands.
You have to bend your knee a bit for every 5 swings.
I have tried it for a few minutes, and I feel tired already.
I have not tried for the full 30 minutes as recommended.
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