tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post2237335551826200883..comments2024-03-28T08:54:28.654+08:00Comments on Cresting The Hill: WHY IS EXERCISE SO HARD?Leannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comBlogger39125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-3941170681987414692017-10-08T03:57:55.684+08:002017-10-08T03:57:55.684+08:00I'm with you Leanne, excercise is so hard!! B...I'm with you Leanne, excercise is so hard!! But I find that if I stick to it, in the long run, it feels good! Thank you for sharing at #BloggingGrandmothersLinkPartyAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10156834694396252865noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-32046324517315197922017-10-02T22:05:47.282+08:002017-10-02T22:05:47.282+08:00I walk for a couple of kilometres each morning too...I walk for a couple of kilometres each morning too Janet, but it doesn't seem to be keeping up with my slowing metabolism - I probably need to go further and faster - that's where I'd hoped the elliptical machine would help - jury's still out on that I'm afraid!Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-78432038787891027302017-10-02T22:03:51.520+08:002017-10-02T22:03:51.520+08:00I think love/hate probably describes it well - it&...I think love/hate probably describes it well - it's not the most fun in the world, but once I'm finished I always feel a bit chuffed with myself. My husband runs twice a week and he says he never gets a runner's high - but he always feels good when he stops!Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-40083982589844042572017-10-02T22:01:37.388+08:002017-10-02T22:01:37.388+08:00I get the whole discipline thing Michele - it'...I get the whole discipline thing Michele - it's the only thing that keeps me going! I just wish I could look forward to it - you know "gee I can't wait for my early morning run!" Now that would be amazing!Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-82779399668162551962017-10-02T20:13:48.245+08:002017-10-02T20:13:48.245+08:00Yeah I'm not a fan of exercise, but am walking...Yeah I'm not a fan of exercise, but am walking every morning now while listening to a podcast, makes it more enjoyable but some days I still have to force myself. I was feeling cranky coz I haven't lost any weight, but Mr 23 cheered me up by saying I would be building muscle which is a good thing :-) Janet Camillerihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14040750107420193756noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-86027045691119499232017-10-02T04:06:38.972+08:002017-10-02T04:06:38.972+08:00Oh my goodness, I totally agree with you...exercis...Oh my goodness, I totally agree with you...exercise IS hard. Hubby and I are usually wiped out afterwards, but we do reap the benefits of more stamina & abilities to do everyday things as we age. So I guess that maybe qualifies as fun? Ha! Not really. I know exactly what you mean. I know it's just something I've got to slug through. I used to say I had a love/hate relationship with the elliptical, and it always amazed me how these young energetic mommas not only go at it fast but talking on the phone too. Here I am barely breathing, but I comfort myself with the thought that I'm probably only 30 years older. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13221275669601600137noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-89624546943617715572017-10-01T17:38:05.499+08:002017-10-01T17:38:05.499+08:00It's good to hear that there's someone els...It's good to hear that there's someone else out there who is not in love with exercise. Like you, though, I do see the need -- and it's just a discipline: something I've got to do so that I can continue to do the things I enjoy. I like that mindset, and find it so helpful. Thank you!Michele Morinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03814119096056835884noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-17556418041286291502017-09-29T09:12:43.305+08:002017-09-29T09:12:43.305+08:00I don't think there's anything I "lov...I don't think there's anything I "love" in the exercise world Sanch (which is my problem!) but I know I'm useless at anything with rhythm involved (Zumba was a nightmare!) I'll stick to walking and doing some time on the TD.Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-37021193806296311402017-09-29T07:14:41.061+08:002017-09-29T07:14:41.061+08:00I must admit I'm not a huge fan of cardio but ...I must admit I'm not a huge fan of cardio but I still enjoy exercise, particularly weights. I think it's about balance and finding something you love. I know people who love Zumba for example whereas I'm more a bootcamp/body pump kinda person with a bit of yoga and pilates! :DAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00762987240307604682noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-66624686184981126432017-09-28T20:41:08.327+08:002017-09-28T20:41:08.327+08:00I think that's what the TD does for me Deb - i...I think that's what the TD does for me Deb - it makes it a bit different and uses different muscles - it's just keeping the motivation up that kills me. Walking is a lot more pleasant way to pass the time - and I wish I enjoyed running!Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-33437577101743145862017-09-28T20:40:11.992+08:002017-09-28T20:40:11.992+08:00I am finding that watching something distracts me ...I am finding that watching something distracts me enough to get through a solid 20+ minutes now Melody. I don't hate it as such, it's just hard to keep the momentum going. When you go for a walk you have to keep going to get home again - it's too easy to stop on a machine!Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-75639083607365373812017-09-28T20:38:30.254+08:002017-09-28T20:38:30.254+08:00I think a home yoga class might be something that ...I think a home yoga class might be something that is sitting near the top of my bucket list Jenni - I can't see myself paying top dollar to go to a class, but sitting in my living room might be a start.Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-41222766912838993942017-09-27T13:39:10.662+08:002017-09-27T13:39:10.662+08:00Good on you for sharing your experience on the TD ...Good on you for sharing your experience on the TD Leanne - I like walking and running and have started listening to audiobooks lately. They help pass the time. I agree hills and working harder at it are what's needed. I look forward to Sue's tips. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08444193007299838588noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-23997312651355186192017-09-26T19:01:31.274+08:002017-09-26T19:01:31.274+08:00I bought an elliptical machine for all the reasons...I bought an elliptical machine for all the reasons you stated; I gave it to my daughter. I love my treadmill because I love walking. I found I can trick myself into getting on it by saying, "I'm just going to get on it, listen to a podcast and walk a bit. Soon I have my music blasting and I'm into the interval running workout. 30 minutes is gone and I'm done. I never enjoy it. I don't know if I ever will, but there is the motivation of the mid-life spread.Melody Smith https://www.blogger.com/profile/06992939822081379315noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-11159249733302559052017-09-26T16:08:02.713+08:002017-09-26T16:08:02.713+08:00I've come to accept that exercise machines are...I've come to accept that exercise machines are not for me, I get bored to easily. I love the beach so a coastal walk in the fresh air is something that I am happy to make the time for. I've also started to do yoga pilates from home, i've been to classes in the past but much prefer the home option with a good disc to follow.<br /><br />Jenni|unclutter your universeAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12073172878600330115noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-25026377989607231722017-09-26T13:43:11.857+08:002017-09-26T13:43:11.857+08:00I've always been too cheap to go to the gym De...I've always been too cheap to go to the gym Denyse - and I know I'd hate it so I've never bothered. That's why I thought having my own machine might help - the fact that I paid good money for it is an incentive to struggle onwards atm.Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-2666942747753886882017-09-26T13:42:12.349+08:002017-09-26T13:42:12.349+08:00It's pushing it up a notch that kills me Ellen...It's pushing it up a notch that kills me Ellen - doing it harder or longer is the key but I just want easy and smooth - and that's not enough for Midlife and a slower metabolism I'm afraid.Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-4811884695650837862017-09-26T13:41:00.752+08:002017-09-26T13:41:00.752+08:00She'll be sharing her tips on Wednesday Diane ...She'll be sharing her tips on Wednesday Diane - I have no idea if there is a way to bottle what she has, but I'd be first in line for it if there was!Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-62565140382667025902017-09-26T13:40:16.911+08:002017-09-26T13:40:16.911+08:00I'm perservering with it Susan because I think...I'm perservering with it Susan because I think it actually does improve my stamina and fitness - I also know in my heart that I need to exercise - I just wish I looked forward to it - or at least "kind of" enjoyed it - suffering is against my religion :)Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-16661384378176979762017-09-26T13:38:39.094+08:002017-09-26T13:38:39.094+08:00You are a woman after my own heart Donna! I think ...You are a woman after my own heart Donna! I think you and I share the same exercise mantra - I just wish it made it easier and more fun!Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-67445732342036952212017-09-26T13:37:48.184+08:002017-09-26T13:37:48.184+08:00I've just set up our old desktop screen in the...I've just set up our old desktop screen in the "gym room" and I'm finding watching youtube shows definitely distracts me and makes me less weary of the whole thing Haralee!Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-37148941907722750642017-09-26T11:43:32.959+08:002017-09-26T11:43:32.959+08:00I paid a gym membership for 'torture' some...I paid a gym membership for 'torture' some years back. I went to a couple of classes and used the machines there as well. I found it a real nuisance to get dressed for it, and go. However, there were some things I enjoyed. The strength exercises. Sadly for me, my arthritic body is not made for many of those so I got a refund. What I try to do now is incidental exercise. Park a bit further away at the shops, go for a beach walk because I like the beach, and use the stairs rather than a lift. I do not think I would do well at all with a torture machine either. Gotta give you points for trying!! Thanks for linking up for #lifethisweek 37/52. Next Week: Movies. It's up to you how you might interpret that one! Denyse Whelan.https://www.blogger.com/profile/16888810644186418559noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-87365430006964405532017-09-26T06:37:19.260+08:002017-09-26T06:37:19.260+08:00I nationally known cardiologist once told me the b...I nationally known cardiologist once told me the best way to keep our brain healthy is to exercise. Often folks think doing puzzles is the key............he said, No - exercise is the key to a healthy brain and body! I want both............so I do some form of exercise at least 5X a week. Today, I walked fast for 45 min with a girlfriend. We chatted the whole way, so I didn't even notice I was exercising!Ellen Dolgenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00677166084142148843noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-91857984588025702122017-09-26T03:11:40.416+08:002017-09-26T03:11:40.416+08:00Could you please share Sue?Could you please share Sue?Diane Stringam Tolleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09629946536985545457noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-57151002034245144992017-09-25T23:51:20.865+08:002017-09-25T23:51:20.865+08:00I'm better than I was, I've stopped feelin...I'm better than I was, I've stopped feeling that people who say they love exercise are, well, not being "real." Some of the comments have mentioned distraction and if you truly hate the exertion part of it, that might help. Maybe a low treadmill speed on a maximum incline. <br /><br />Another thing that might help Leanne, is to spend less time on a greater variety of choices. <br /><br />And oh yeah, the elliptical has gone the way of aerobics and fish preparation in things I will never do properly.Susan Bonifanthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05889354888091500881noreply@blogger.com