My exercise of choice
By Barb42
@Barb42 (4214)
United States
October 28, 2008 2:46pm CST
There are so many exercises we could do. But there isn't too many that I could do personally, having broke my hip 7 years ago. I really would love to jog, but that would be very hard to do. I've tried it, and a bounce means pain. So I've given up on that or more strenuous exercise for walking. I can walk fast and get good exercise that way. It is recommended to walk for at least 3 times a week. A good brisk walk is better than just getting out and walking. I also found out by reading that there are different guidelines for exercising for adults over 65. http://walking.about.com/od/fitness/a/exerciseover65.htm
We have a treadmill, but right now, it's broken. We hope to get another one soon. I know I can still walk on the treadmill which would be nice during bad weather.
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@metschica25 (5399)
• United States
28 Oct 08
Hey hey 
No matter what it is always best to try to stay active , but always know your limits =) For me i just adore swimming , walks , and hikes , but that is in the summer . I kinda get a little blue in the winter and dont walk as much , but try to do a workout tape . i wanna join a gym or something to keep the mood up =)
No matter what it is always best to try to stay active , but always know your limits =) For me i just adore swimming , walks , and hikes , but that is in the summer . I kinda get a little blue in the winter and dont walk as much , but try to do a workout tape . i wanna join a gym or something to keep the mood up =) @Barb42 (4214)
• United States
28 Oct 08
You are right. It is very important for all of us to stay active. It's really good for our heart muscle. I really mean good and want to walk, but I hate to get out by myself, because if I fell, nobody would be there to help. And I do love to swim. I wish we had built the swimming pool that we almost built when our kids were still home. My husband says we are too old now. 
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@GardenGerty (157551)
• United States
28 Oct 08
I know when I take the time to walk it is really helpful, I just do not do it often enough right now. I need to not let it slide as winter is approaching. I like to walk on treadmills, I like water exercise. Weight training seems to get really great results. I think, however, my exercise of choice right now should be cleaning the house. I will follow that link you sent in a little bit, but I am on my way to work at the moment.
