getting into shape

[yocan]

If you jump up 5-7 pounds in the next two weeks don't be alarmed. Just an FYI some people put on a little muscle before they start burning fat, no matter what happens short of an ER trip keep going. Weve had some good threads in the past on how to get in shape if you need suggestions.

Remember your back of everything is the #1 thing I tell people, so do some superman exercises (lay on stomach lift everything but stomach off the floor as far as you can) if you don't exercise both sides of a motion you'll get hurt.

[MA2]

Great! & Good luck to you
I cut out fast food and soda -> big difference.

Ok I lied..I had a McDonald's Sunday last week dam socal summer weather is almost here

[Baldy]

Originally Posted by BillSXT2002

If you aren't a runner, the one thing that will help more than anything is to get your pace and breathing right. For me, I breath in in the time it takes for two steps, and out for the next two. It seems to really help.

Anyone I know that runs looks at me with a blank stare when I explain how I do that, nice to see someone else who gets it! I do in for 4, out for 4. If I get tired, I take smaller steps, but keep the rhythm the same.

[cschwanz]

Im in the same position, realizing i need to drop a few pounds and get back in shape. I went for a jog last week and over did it, got really light headed, felt like crap all day. Didn't pace myself at all. I'll try that breathing thing next time i run

[Baldy]

Originally Posted by cschwanz

Im in the same position, realizing i need to drop a few pounds and get back in shape. I went for a jog last week and over did it, got really light headed, felt like crap all day. Didn't pace myself at all. I'll try that breathing thing next time i run

If you don't already, drink water all day, so when you go to run (or whatever you decide to do), you're fully hydrated. Also, get really warmed up before you start running. I'll either walk really fast, or do some pushups or something.

[Jameson]

Originally Posted by afmo

i've come to the realization that i'm out of shape...overweight, not very strong...not toned etc.

tonight was the first night of my new exercise routine, did ok with the situps, pushups etc...but OMG, just did my jog, real light from one end of the block to the other and back, and jesus i barely made it....now i'm completely ashamed i let myself go.

every journey starts with a first step eh?

I let my self gain about 12 pounds of fat and finally decided to start working out at the gym about 3 months ago, I've dropped most of it and gained a ton of muscle. If you have any extra money a gym membership is way worth it in my opinion..

[dreydin]

after Spring Break, moving into my new apt and getting a new GF in March, ive almost completely fallen off of my workout routine =/ i really need to get back on it! summer is just around the corner!!! =x

[Steve_o113]

I got a bowflex (cheaper than any gym membership) and i love it. Its nice to be able to work out at home.

[slugger6]

Originally Posted by afmo

every journey starts with a first step eh?

It does indeed! Keep at it no matter what and you will be surprised by the progress you make. Good luck.

[pgonza2723]

Just keep it going... consistency and motivation are the hardest in my book ever since I started working out/running last July. I find it's all to easy to justify and do the "tomorrow" excuse then tomorrow comes and there is another reason for "tomorrow". Just get it in your head that there are no excuses and just do it. I always find it amazing though when I do take a time off from running/weight lifting in terms of how I feel and energy level. That's when I know it's been too long and need to get back into it.