If you have been putting it off, now

[Prairie_Seagull]

would be a great time to dust off that treadmill and get into better shape. For a few years mine stood idle with my favorite coats on it. Time to actually hang up the coats and get some exercise.

Ya just never know and we could all be in better shape.

Hell might even feel a bit better.

Edit- Please check with your HealthCareProvider before starting anything like this.

Start slow please.

[Xavier Breath]

1. My treadmill has become a pretty much daily activity.

I'd hate to think how much I'd weigh were it not for all of the walking I'm doing. Since the divorce I've also been hitting the local waking trails. Being outside more has certainly helped with my mental state as well.

[Prairie_Seagull]

3. Been using mine for a time and have

some further techniques that I have used to enhance the doing. If folks are interested I will post about this in the exercise group.

[rog]

4. Please do ...

... I'm always interested in what other folks are up to. My very basic treadmill (Horizon) is one of my best purchases. No membership, no internet, a great value.

[Prairie_Seagull]

5. Roger that, give me a few days

maybe I can figure out how to post pics. haha

[highplainsdem]

54. Please post those tips!

[Biophilic]

2. Funny I just pulled my bike from the shed, filled the tires.

Need to change my clothes, but I sat down for a minute and landed on this thread.

[Prairie_Seagull]

31. Enjoy the ride?

If I fell off a bike. Holy shit.

Good luck.

[Biophilic]

32. I ride a tricycle. Love it. I live in very flat Florida so they work here.

When I first moved down here I tried a bicycle. I felt three times, managed to get myself up after each fall, my friends insisted on the tricycle. It's been 3 years and I haven't fallen once. After the third fall I realized I had lost some of my lower visual field, which can be problematic when stopping or navigating over even slightly rough terrain. Tricycles are quite as much fun as a bike, but I'm still in one piece so that's good. I swim in the summer but now it's cooled down and I don't do cold water well so it's back to the bike.

[Prairie_Seagull]

38. How freaking interesting.

Seen em but never even considered one. Wow.

Thanks

[polly pureblood]

37. Why would you fall off a bike

unless you have balance issues, I guess? Some cyclists ride like bats out of hell but you can be very leisurely. Safer, for sure.

[Prairie_Seagull]

39. Balance not what it was for sure.

Regardless the risk of a fall is to great for me these days.

[polly pureblood]

40. Are you able to walk well?

I have seen people with these skiis that they use--I don't know what they're called. It's what people use in cross-country skiiing. A pole for each hand. Creates more stability but more range of motion than using a walker.

[Prairie_Seagull]

41. Thanks but we are talking about walking on a treadmill and other forms of exercise.

Not using a walker or any other devise myself but thanks for asking.

[polly pureblood]

44. What I was getting at

is I would much rather ride a bicycle outside than be on a treadmill. Fresh air is so good for us and in the winter it's oxygenating. So you said you're afraid of falling off a bike and that is why I mentioned those poles. To be able to take advantage of the outdoors, the Sun, etc.

[Prairie_Seagull]

45. Have them and walk outside all the time with them.

It's a bad time of the year to be outside in many parts of the country. Supposed to snow here last night didn't at my place. I get cha though, very invigorating.

[highplainsdem]

55. Nordic walking poles.

[Biophilic]

42. I originally assumed it was balance issues, but I actually got tested and zero balance issues.

If however you are coming to a stop sign and put your foot down to rest on the curb and the curb isn't exactly where you thought it was ...or if you have to go off the sidewalk to let someone in a wheelchair get buy and you misjudge the depth of the drop off. Yeah, it's quite possible to fall off your bike without it being a balance issue. And trust me, at 78 I ride very leisurely.

[Mossfern]

6. I've got a rower

and can't wait until I get medical clearance to get back on it.

[Prairie_Seagull]

10. I used one of those at a gym

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maybe 10 ya and wish we had never met. Of course I could have used someone to let me know to start slow. Of course I didn't and paid the price. I will put a disclaimer in the OP.

Thanks

[Mossfern]

20. Rowers are great

for not only cardio, but they hit almost every muscle.

Yes, you're right - one has to start very slow and for short periods of time ... and very gradually increase resistance and length of workout. I will be re-starting at the minimal resistance and go for one minute when I start again.

Form is of utmost importance in rowing. You can really screw up if you have poor form. There are videos that show how to use a rower properly.

[LisaM]

28. Out gym has a rowing machine. But the handles are too big for my hands.

I can use the machine but I can't get my hands all the way around the handles and it's quite uncomfortable. I wish they were adjustable. I actually have the same problem with the foot part, too. They are huge and I can't get my feet strapped all the way in. Those should be more adjustable, too. I'm not Sasquatch!

[SheltieLover]

7. Doing exactly this today.

Great minds.

[Prairie_Seagull]

17. Heading there now for my nooner.

And you are right.

[SheltieLover]

43. Sounds like a great plan!

[flamingdem]

8. With Bird Flu starting to spread

we might be indoors a lot again.

* I'm no expert just noting that there are outbreaks being reported and
supposedly a lot of dairy cows are infected in California

* And BOBBY won't do a damn thing to prevent the outbreak from growing

[kerry-is-my-prez]

9. Women especially. You never know when some "your body, my choice" creep might attack.

We’ve had a man holding a sign that said that where I live.

[Prairie_Seagull]

16. WTF. so to speek. nt

[niyad]

23. I rather like the "Your dick. My Knife" poster. A friend carries a very nasty littlle

blade in her wheelchair.

"Your balls.. My fist." is another favourite.

[FailureToCommunicate]

25. Consider learning some Krav Maga as a self defense strategy. Simple and effective.

It can be taught to anyone regardless of size, age, sex.
The Israeli Defense Force apparently offers it to all citizens.
It's a complete system, but at it's core, it basically involves striking hard to several, ah, sensitive areas, so one can make a getaway.

[Prairie_Seagull]

59. Preference is a harder style, however the time could be nigh.

imo.

[Vinca]

11. But what would I use as a stool to put my shoes on in the morning?

[Prairie_Seagull]

15. Picking a coat from the closet shit its

dark in there.

[Dem2theMax]

12. Can someone advise me on a good treadmill to purchase?

I have a really serious spinal issue, and I am not allowed to run. I'm short, so I have a small stride.
And I don't need any bells and whistles. I just want to be able to turn the thing on, and know that it will last for many years.

Any suggestions?

[Prairie_Seagull]

14. Upthread there was a mention of 'Horizon' and I am familiar.

This is a decent treadmill for walkiing and with your small stride it could be a good fit and cost effective. Just watch the weight requirement. I doubt this will be a thing for you but worth a mention.

Good luck and seriously this could be a big change for your health.

I added a disclaimer in the OP. Start Slow please.

[Dem2theMax]

18. Thank you!

Luckily for me, weight is not an issue. I'm a tiny thing. I just want to stay healthy. Need the exercise, and movement, because I have pretty bad arthritis.

I live in a gated community, (not by choice, by inheritance, and too expensive to get out of it.) I'm surrounded by MAGA here. Lovely outdoor walks are often ruined by running into them. So having a treadmill indoors is not only good for my physical health, but my mental health and my blood pressure as well.

[spooky3]

26. Would your doctor recommend an elliptical machine? I have had a Sole E95 since

2016 and it hasn't required any repair, knock on wood. Less stress on joints than a treadmill and may be easier on your back.

[Prairie_Seagull]

30. I know of them but am a bit ignorant.

I will ask. Always looking for a good piece equipment, taking into account my back and knees.

Thanks for the heads up.

[Dem2theMax]

47. I'll have to ask her. I asked if I could use a rowing machine and I got a big NO out of her.

I asked her what kind of exercise I AM allowed to do. She answered, walk.

My spinal column is pushing into my spinal cord.
You should see the MRI's of my neck. Looks like a bunch of broken eggshells. I have to be very careful with everything I do. One bad move and I'm dead, or worse. I would take death over the 'worse' 100 times out of 100.

[rog]

49. I have a Horizon T101 ...

... I've had it for just about a year, used pretty much every day, and it's still like new. This is just my experience, though, so I'd recommend doing 'due diligence', and maybe walk on one in person if there's a dealer nearby. Here's a typical review, but check out others.

https://www.treadmillreviewguru.com/horizon-t101-treadmill-review/

I have cervical spine issues, so my running days are over, but I can do speed walking. 5 mph is about my upper limit right now ... this treadmill is way more than enough. It's really easy to change the speed on the fly, and you can also increase the grade, which is unusual for an inexpensive treadmill. Just for reference, I'm 80 yrs old, weigh about 130 lbs, and I'm about 5'6" tall, so I have a pretty short stride. I can't run right now, but I am sure I could do light jogging on this machine with no problem ... its top speed is about 10mph - I would never be able to do that!

I got mine last year for $700, but I also bought an extended 5-yr warranty from the store that covers everything, and I had them do their 'white glove' installation ... 2 guys brought it over and set it up for me. Those extras brought the cost up to about $1,000 ... still a good deal, as far as I'm concerned. All I had to do was get on and start walkin! The machine seems to be pretty solid ... way better than some more expensive machines I've seen that are just an open frame and the running belt. There's a video review at the link above that might give you an idea about where it's at.

[Dem2theMax]

50. Oh my gosh, thank you so much for all of the information!

I had already gone to their website to look at their different treadmills. It can get so confusing. So to have your feedback and personal experience will really help. I'm 3 in shorter than you, and just a few years younger, so the treadmill you are using sounds perfect for me.

I will definitely do all of my research, check the link you provided, as well as try to find somewhere local that carries the treadmill, so I can try it in person first. Sometimes that is the hardest part!

Again, thank you for taking the time to share your experience. You have no idea how much this has helped me.

[rog]

52. I got mine from Johnson Fitness & Wellness ...

There is a store close to me ... the purchasing experience was seamless. I don't know where they have stores, but the website says '100+ stores nationwide'. They have a store locator on the website. I think Horizon 'may' be one of their house brands. I bet they could help you nail down a dealer if you called customer service.

[Dem2theMax]

57. If I can't find it by store locator, I will definitely call customer service.

Thank you so much for the information.
DU'ers are the best!

[lastlib]

13. Hell is starting to look a litle better compared to The Felon's version of America.....

eom

[Xavier Breath]

56. Repeat viewings of the movie "Brazil" should help prepare everyone for living in Trump's America.

[Bernardo de La Paz]

19. When times are hard on you, do good things for yourself. Good suggestion. . . nt

[nuxvomica]

21. Intense exercise is great for dealing with anxiety

And also for channeling rage, especially when feeling hopeless and wanting to act but having no way to fight back.

[FailureToCommunicate]

24. This is true!

[Prairie_Seagull]

22. Coming to you from treadmill now.

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walking slower so i can type. never done this before. sorry for any typos.

but cool huh.

[Prairie_Seagull]

27. Done, It's all good, well not really

but you know what I mean.

[WA-03 Democrat]

29. "Health body

Is fundamental to a healthy mind.”
Jewish Proverb
20mins per day has made a huge difference to me

[doc03]

33. As of tomarrow it looks like I am done

bicycle riding for a while. I think I will go back
to the gym next week.

[Emile]

34. I started walking last Saturday. Starting out slow

on the treadmill with a one mile walk a day. Be 74 in April and I know I will feel better if I drop some weight.

[MLAA]

35. I live in a climate that allows outdoor walking except in the summer.

I like to walk 3.5 miles 5 times a week and find it as good for me mentally as it is physically. 🩷

[Prairie_Seagull]

36. That is a feat regardless of age. I did something like this in my 40s.

Now I shoot for 2 miles a day (w/incline) 7 days per week @ 64.

[MLAA]

48. Excellent!

May the wind always beat your back!

[Probatim]

51. Rule #1 in the Zombie Apocalypse - Cardio, Cardio, Cardio.

Same rule applies right now.

[SoFlaBro]

53. Been fucking working out in anticipation of this fuck shit. I'm down nearly 100 fucking pounds since September of '23.

[Prairie_Seagull]

58. My person! Ahead of the wave in my view.

Watch out for those nut busters.

[cliffside]

60. JUST START MOVING! No equipment needed, if you are reading this you can do these at home ...

love that you posted this is GD as opposed to a forum that has few views. I've been slacking off so this is a good reminder

Thank you, we all need to pay attention, exercise is just one part though, you cannot exercise off bad eating habits ... another story.

A few videos I found in 2020 after Covid stopped things. I had started a healthy hearts program in late 2019 before that was cut short, needed to improvise.

Sometimes I need to remind/talk to myself to get going. Google some of the silver sneakers free videos online and find/bookmark those that work for you. Use what you have at home.

A couple of my favorites, I spent some time watching videos and bookmarking those I liked ... have 20 plus bookmarked and it is late so this is a start.

10-Minute Total-Body Cardio

5-Minute Total Body Circuit

4-Minute Stretch Routine for Hip Mobility