crystalina0814
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I LOVE the yoga idea. I will look into taking a class- I joined the YMCA so I am sure they offer a class. If you don't mind me asking, how do you maintain your weight while doing so much cardio?
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crystalina0814
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I LOVE the yoga idea. I will look into taking a class- I joined the YMCA so I am sure they offer a class. If you don't mind me asking, how do you maintain your weight while doing so much cardio?
crystalina0814
New member
I LOVE the yoga idea. I will look into taking a class- I joined the YMCA so I am sure they offer a class. If you don't mind me asking, how do you maintain your weight while doing so much cardio?
crystalina0814
New member
I LOVE the yoga idea. I will look into taking a class- I joined the YMCA so I am sure they offer a class. If you don't mind me asking, how do you maintain your weight while doing so much cardio?
crystalina0814
New member
I LOVE the yoga idea. I will look into taking a class- I joined the YMCA so I am sure they offer a class. If you don't mind me asking, how do you maintain your weight while doing so much cardio?
RonnieSharpe
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I can't agree more with PinkPigg, Lauren, and Kristen. Exercise is NO DOUBT the best thing for me personally and I get way more clearance from cardio than I do from my treatments. I of course still do my treatments faithfully, but I find exercise to be SUPER beneficial.
I list many of my workout routines on my blog www.RunSickboyRun.com if you're interested in taking a look. I also write out exercise plans for CFers who are interested. Let me know!
Ronnie
coachsharpe@cox.net
I list many of my workout routines on my blog www.RunSickboyRun.com if you're interested in taking a look. I also write out exercise plans for CFers who are interested. Let me know!
Ronnie
coachsharpe@cox.net
RonnieSharpe
New member
I can't agree more with PinkPigg, Lauren, and Kristen. Exercise is NO DOUBT the best thing for me personally and I get way more clearance from cardio than I do from my treatments. I of course still do my treatments faithfully, but I find exercise to be SUPER beneficial.
I list many of my workout routines on my blog www.RunSickboyRun.com if you're interested in taking a look. I also write out exercise plans for CFers who are interested. Let me know!
Ronnie
coachsharpe@cox.net
I list many of my workout routines on my blog www.RunSickboyRun.com if you're interested in taking a look. I also write out exercise plans for CFers who are interested. Let me know!
Ronnie
coachsharpe@cox.net
RonnieSharpe
New member
I can't agree more with PinkPigg, Lauren, and Kristen. Exercise is NO DOUBT the best thing for me personally and I get way more clearance from cardio than I do from my treatments. I of course still do my treatments faithfully, but I find exercise to be SUPER beneficial.
I list many of my workout routines on my blog www.RunSickboyRun.com if you're interested in taking a look. I also write out exercise plans for CFers who are interested. Let me know!
Ronnie
coachsharpe@cox.net
I list many of my workout routines on my blog www.RunSickboyRun.com if you're interested in taking a look. I also write out exercise plans for CFers who are interested. Let me know!
Ronnie
coachsharpe@cox.net
RonnieSharpe
New member
I can't agree more with PinkPigg, Lauren, and Kristen. Exercise is NO DOUBT the best thing for me personally and I get way more clearance from cardio than I do from my treatments. I of course still do my treatments faithfully, but I find exercise to be SUPER beneficial.
I list many of my workout routines on my blog www.RunSickboyRun.com if you're interested in taking a look. I also write out exercise plans for CFers who are interested. Let me know!
Ronnie
coachsharpe@cox.net
I list many of my workout routines on my blog www.RunSickboyRun.com if you're interested in taking a look. I also write out exercise plans for CFers who are interested. Let me know!
Ronnie
coachsharpe@cox.net
RonnieSharpe
New member
I can't agree more with PinkPigg, Lauren, and Kristen. Exercise is NO DOUBT the best thing for me personally and I get way more clearance from cardio than I do from my treatments. I of course still do my treatments faithfully, but I find exercise to be SUPER beneficial.
<br />
<br />I list many of my workout routines on my blog www.RunSickboyRun.com if you're interested in taking a look. I also write out exercise plans for CFers who are interested. Let me know!
<br />
<br />Ronnie
<br />coachsharpe@cox.net
<br />
<br />I list many of my workout routines on my blog www.RunSickboyRun.com if you're interested in taking a look. I also write out exercise plans for CFers who are interested. Let me know!
<br />
<br />Ronnie
<br />coachsharpe@cox.net
Happy Wednesday!!
The American College of Sports Medicine recommends cardio training should be done for 2-3 times per week minimum for 20-40 minutes.
There are a lot of different ways to do cardio it really is a matter of personal preference. There are four different types of cardio training: Interval, Circuit, Intermittent, and Continuous/Steady State.
Interval=periods of slow cardio then periods of fast
Circuit=periods of cardio and weight training
Intermittent= periods of so many cardio i.e. 5 sprints no time limit or interval focus on intensity level 60%, 70% etc.
Steady State=slow start then faster to a peak then a slow down.
My recommendation for people with CF is Circuit or Interval. My reasoning is each of these have a timed interval of cardio this way you can put more effort into smaller shorter bursts and see results quicker!!
I agree Yoga is great! Pilates is great too!!
If you want to email I can write you a specific program. I own my fitness company that does boot camps and personal training. I also am a Professor of Exercise Science. There is not a charge<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
Pepsi
The American College of Sports Medicine recommends cardio training should be done for 2-3 times per week minimum for 20-40 minutes.
There are a lot of different ways to do cardio it really is a matter of personal preference. There are four different types of cardio training: Interval, Circuit, Intermittent, and Continuous/Steady State.
Interval=periods of slow cardio then periods of fast
Circuit=periods of cardio and weight training
Intermittent= periods of so many cardio i.e. 5 sprints no time limit or interval focus on intensity level 60%, 70% etc.
Steady State=slow start then faster to a peak then a slow down.
My recommendation for people with CF is Circuit or Interval. My reasoning is each of these have a timed interval of cardio this way you can put more effort into smaller shorter bursts and see results quicker!!
I agree Yoga is great! Pilates is great too!!
If you want to email I can write you a specific program. I own my fitness company that does boot camps and personal training. I also am a Professor of Exercise Science. There is not a charge<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
Pepsi
Happy Wednesday!!
The American College of Sports Medicine recommends cardio training should be done for 2-3 times per week minimum for 20-40 minutes.
There are a lot of different ways to do cardio it really is a matter of personal preference. There are four different types of cardio training: Interval, Circuit, Intermittent, and Continuous/Steady State.
Interval=periods of slow cardio then periods of fast
Circuit=periods of cardio and weight training
Intermittent= periods of so many cardio i.e. 5 sprints no time limit or interval focus on intensity level 60%, 70% etc.
Steady State=slow start then faster to a peak then a slow down.
My recommendation for people with CF is Circuit or Interval. My reasoning is each of these have a timed interval of cardio this way you can put more effort into smaller shorter bursts and see results quicker!!
I agree Yoga is great! Pilates is great too!!
If you want to email I can write you a specific program. I own my fitness company that does boot camps and personal training. I also am a Professor of Exercise Science. There is not a charge<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
Pepsi
The American College of Sports Medicine recommends cardio training should be done for 2-3 times per week minimum for 20-40 minutes.
There are a lot of different ways to do cardio it really is a matter of personal preference. There are four different types of cardio training: Interval, Circuit, Intermittent, and Continuous/Steady State.
Interval=periods of slow cardio then periods of fast
Circuit=periods of cardio and weight training
Intermittent= periods of so many cardio i.e. 5 sprints no time limit or interval focus on intensity level 60%, 70% etc.
Steady State=slow start then faster to a peak then a slow down.
My recommendation for people with CF is Circuit or Interval. My reasoning is each of these have a timed interval of cardio this way you can put more effort into smaller shorter bursts and see results quicker!!
I agree Yoga is great! Pilates is great too!!
If you want to email I can write you a specific program. I own my fitness company that does boot camps and personal training. I also am a Professor of Exercise Science. There is not a charge<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
Pepsi
Happy Wednesday!!
The American College of Sports Medicine recommends cardio training should be done for 2-3 times per week minimum for 20-40 minutes.
There are a lot of different ways to do cardio it really is a matter of personal preference. There are four different types of cardio training: Interval, Circuit, Intermittent, and Continuous/Steady State.
Interval=periods of slow cardio then periods of fast
Circuit=periods of cardio and weight training
Intermittent= periods of so many cardio i.e. 5 sprints no time limit or interval focus on intensity level 60%, 70% etc.
Steady State=slow start then faster to a peak then a slow down.
My recommendation for people with CF is Circuit or Interval. My reasoning is each of these have a timed interval of cardio this way you can put more effort into smaller shorter bursts and see results quicker!!
I agree Yoga is great! Pilates is great too!!
If you want to email I can write you a specific program. I own my fitness company that does boot camps and personal training. I also am a Professor of Exercise Science. There is not a charge<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
Pepsi
The American College of Sports Medicine recommends cardio training should be done for 2-3 times per week minimum for 20-40 minutes.
There are a lot of different ways to do cardio it really is a matter of personal preference. There are four different types of cardio training: Interval, Circuit, Intermittent, and Continuous/Steady State.
Interval=periods of slow cardio then periods of fast
Circuit=periods of cardio and weight training
Intermittent= periods of so many cardio i.e. 5 sprints no time limit or interval focus on intensity level 60%, 70% etc.
Steady State=slow start then faster to a peak then a slow down.
My recommendation for people with CF is Circuit or Interval. My reasoning is each of these have a timed interval of cardio this way you can put more effort into smaller shorter bursts and see results quicker!!
I agree Yoga is great! Pilates is great too!!
If you want to email I can write you a specific program. I own my fitness company that does boot camps and personal training. I also am a Professor of Exercise Science. There is not a charge<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
Pepsi
Happy Wednesday!!
The American College of Sports Medicine recommends cardio training should be done for 2-3 times per week minimum for 20-40 minutes.
There are a lot of different ways to do cardio it really is a matter of personal preference. There are four different types of cardio training: Interval, Circuit, Intermittent, and Continuous/Steady State.
Interval=periods of slow cardio then periods of fast
Circuit=periods of cardio and weight training
Intermittent= periods of so many cardio i.e. 5 sprints no time limit or interval focus on intensity level 60%, 70% etc.
Steady State=slow start then faster to a peak then a slow down.
My recommendation for people with CF is Circuit or Interval. My reasoning is each of these have a timed interval of cardio this way you can put more effort into smaller shorter bursts and see results quicker!!
I agree Yoga is great! Pilates is great too!!
If you want to email I can write you a specific program. I own my fitness company that does boot camps and personal training. I also am a Professor of Exercise Science. There is not a charge<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
Pepsi
The American College of Sports Medicine recommends cardio training should be done for 2-3 times per week minimum for 20-40 minutes.
There are a lot of different ways to do cardio it really is a matter of personal preference. There are four different types of cardio training: Interval, Circuit, Intermittent, and Continuous/Steady State.
Interval=periods of slow cardio then periods of fast
Circuit=periods of cardio and weight training
Intermittent= periods of so many cardio i.e. 5 sprints no time limit or interval focus on intensity level 60%, 70% etc.
Steady State=slow start then faster to a peak then a slow down.
My recommendation for people with CF is Circuit or Interval. My reasoning is each of these have a timed interval of cardio this way you can put more effort into smaller shorter bursts and see results quicker!!
I agree Yoga is great! Pilates is great too!!
If you want to email I can write you a specific program. I own my fitness company that does boot camps and personal training. I also am a Professor of Exercise Science. There is not a charge<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
Pepsi
Happy Wednesday!!
<br />
<br />The American College of Sports Medicine recommends cardio training should be done for 2-3 times per week minimum for 20-40 minutes.
<br />There are a lot of different ways to do cardio it really is a matter of personal preference. There are four different types of cardio training: Interval, Circuit, Intermittent, and Continuous/Steady State.
<br />Interval=periods of slow cardio then periods of fast
<br />Circuit=periods of cardio and weight training
<br />Intermittent= periods of so many cardio i.e. 5 sprints no time limit or interval focus on intensity level 60%, 70% etc.
<br />Steady State=slow start then faster to a peak then a slow down.
<br />
<br />My recommendation for people with CF is Circuit or Interval. My reasoning is each of these have a timed interval of cardio this way you can put more effort into smaller shorter bursts and see results quicker!!
<br />
<br />I agree Yoga is great! Pilates is great too!!
<br />
<br />If you want to email I can write you a specific program. I own my fitness company that does boot camps and personal training. I also am a Professor of Exercise Science. There is not a charge<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
<br />
<br />Pepsi
<br />
<br />The American College of Sports Medicine recommends cardio training should be done for 2-3 times per week minimum for 20-40 minutes.
<br />There are a lot of different ways to do cardio it really is a matter of personal preference. There are four different types of cardio training: Interval, Circuit, Intermittent, and Continuous/Steady State.
<br />Interval=periods of slow cardio then periods of fast
<br />Circuit=periods of cardio and weight training
<br />Intermittent= periods of so many cardio i.e. 5 sprints no time limit or interval focus on intensity level 60%, 70% etc.
<br />Steady State=slow start then faster to a peak then a slow down.
<br />
<br />My recommendation for people with CF is Circuit or Interval. My reasoning is each of these have a timed interval of cardio this way you can put more effort into smaller shorter bursts and see results quicker!!
<br />
<br />I agree Yoga is great! Pilates is great too!!
<br />
<br />If you want to email I can write you a specific program. I own my fitness company that does boot camps and personal training. I also am a Professor of Exercise Science. There is not a charge<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
<br />
<br />Pepsi
Kudos for the exercise-"junkies" on the site! woot woot!
I've personally become more lax (ok so i hadn't gone to the gym in over 6 weeks!) when I got so sick and recently had lots of allergies, etc. to my meds, but now I'm slowly working back to it.
My plan used to be cardio (35 mins) and weight training (light to medium weights hitting each muscle group) 4 times per week. I'd rest every other day and just allow my body to recoup. I found that worked great for me to build muscle and the cardio really helped my lungs.
When I did cardio, I generally jogged for about 15-22 minutes depending. I usually got my HR up to about 175 at these times and then it hovered around 155 when walking. I know it seems high, but I've been told by my doc this was ok. I also wear 2 liters of O2 during the entire workout.
Anyway, I think the yoga is a stellar idea and I'd love to do that as well. I've noticed my stress level is way too high and feel I could calm a bit with some yoga. I used to do it every week or so and always felt very relaxed at the end of my videa (candlelight yoga... highly recommend!)
Best of luck finding something that works for you. Oh, and for me, the only way to not loose weight with the cardio/weight training was to eat a lot more throughout the day AND I always added a protein and/or high calorie smoothie with cocunut or olive oil after my workout. It didn't necessarily help me put ON the pounds, but I didn't loose much either, even when I was doing pretty intensive weight training.
<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
I've personally become more lax (ok so i hadn't gone to the gym in over 6 weeks!) when I got so sick and recently had lots of allergies, etc. to my meds, but now I'm slowly working back to it.
My plan used to be cardio (35 mins) and weight training (light to medium weights hitting each muscle group) 4 times per week. I'd rest every other day and just allow my body to recoup. I found that worked great for me to build muscle and the cardio really helped my lungs.
When I did cardio, I generally jogged for about 15-22 minutes depending. I usually got my HR up to about 175 at these times and then it hovered around 155 when walking. I know it seems high, but I've been told by my doc this was ok. I also wear 2 liters of O2 during the entire workout.
Anyway, I think the yoga is a stellar idea and I'd love to do that as well. I've noticed my stress level is way too high and feel I could calm a bit with some yoga. I used to do it every week or so and always felt very relaxed at the end of my videa (candlelight yoga... highly recommend!)
Best of luck finding something that works for you. Oh, and for me, the only way to not loose weight with the cardio/weight training was to eat a lot more throughout the day AND I always added a protein and/or high calorie smoothie with cocunut or olive oil after my workout. It didn't necessarily help me put ON the pounds, but I didn't loose much either, even when I was doing pretty intensive weight training.
<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
Kudos for the exercise-"junkies" on the site! woot woot!
I've personally become more lax (ok so i hadn't gone to the gym in over 6 weeks!) when I got so sick and recently had lots of allergies, etc. to my meds, but now I'm slowly working back to it.
My plan used to be cardio (35 mins) and weight training (light to medium weights hitting each muscle group) 4 times per week. I'd rest every other day and just allow my body to recoup. I found that worked great for me to build muscle and the cardio really helped my lungs.
When I did cardio, I generally jogged for about 15-22 minutes depending. I usually got my HR up to about 175 at these times and then it hovered around 155 when walking. I know it seems high, but I've been told by my doc this was ok. I also wear 2 liters of O2 during the entire workout.
Anyway, I think the yoga is a stellar idea and I'd love to do that as well. I've noticed my stress level is way too high and feel I could calm a bit with some yoga. I used to do it every week or so and always felt very relaxed at the end of my videa (candlelight yoga... highly recommend!)
Best of luck finding something that works for you. Oh, and for me, the only way to not loose weight with the cardio/weight training was to eat a lot more throughout the day AND I always added a protein and/or high calorie smoothie with cocunut or olive oil after my workout. It didn't necessarily help me put ON the pounds, but I didn't loose much either, even when I was doing pretty intensive weight training.
<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
I've personally become more lax (ok so i hadn't gone to the gym in over 6 weeks!) when I got so sick and recently had lots of allergies, etc. to my meds, but now I'm slowly working back to it.
My plan used to be cardio (35 mins) and weight training (light to medium weights hitting each muscle group) 4 times per week. I'd rest every other day and just allow my body to recoup. I found that worked great for me to build muscle and the cardio really helped my lungs.
When I did cardio, I generally jogged for about 15-22 minutes depending. I usually got my HR up to about 175 at these times and then it hovered around 155 when walking. I know it seems high, but I've been told by my doc this was ok. I also wear 2 liters of O2 during the entire workout.
Anyway, I think the yoga is a stellar idea and I'd love to do that as well. I've noticed my stress level is way too high and feel I could calm a bit with some yoga. I used to do it every week or so and always felt very relaxed at the end of my videa (candlelight yoga... highly recommend!)
Best of luck finding something that works for you. Oh, and for me, the only way to not loose weight with the cardio/weight training was to eat a lot more throughout the day AND I always added a protein and/or high calorie smoothie with cocunut or olive oil after my workout. It didn't necessarily help me put ON the pounds, but I didn't loose much either, even when I was doing pretty intensive weight training.
<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
Kudos for the exercise-"junkies" on the site! woot woot!
I've personally become more lax (ok so i hadn't gone to the gym in over 6 weeks!) when I got so sick and recently had lots of allergies, etc. to my meds, but now I'm slowly working back to it.
My plan used to be cardio (35 mins) and weight training (light to medium weights hitting each muscle group) 4 times per week. I'd rest every other day and just allow my body to recoup. I found that worked great for me to build muscle and the cardio really helped my lungs.
When I did cardio, I generally jogged for about 15-22 minutes depending. I usually got my HR up to about 175 at these times and then it hovered around 155 when walking. I know it seems high, but I've been told by my doc this was ok. I also wear 2 liters of O2 during the entire workout.
Anyway, I think the yoga is a stellar idea and I'd love to do that as well. I've noticed my stress level is way too high and feel I could calm a bit with some yoga. I used to do it every week or so and always felt very relaxed at the end of my videa (candlelight yoga... highly recommend!)
Best of luck finding something that works for you. Oh, and for me, the only way to not loose weight with the cardio/weight training was to eat a lot more throughout the day AND I always added a protein and/or high calorie smoothie with cocunut or olive oil after my workout. It didn't necessarily help me put ON the pounds, but I didn't loose much either, even when I was doing pretty intensive weight training.
<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
I've personally become more lax (ok so i hadn't gone to the gym in over 6 weeks!) when I got so sick and recently had lots of allergies, etc. to my meds, but now I'm slowly working back to it.
My plan used to be cardio (35 mins) and weight training (light to medium weights hitting each muscle group) 4 times per week. I'd rest every other day and just allow my body to recoup. I found that worked great for me to build muscle and the cardio really helped my lungs.
When I did cardio, I generally jogged for about 15-22 minutes depending. I usually got my HR up to about 175 at these times and then it hovered around 155 when walking. I know it seems high, but I've been told by my doc this was ok. I also wear 2 liters of O2 during the entire workout.
Anyway, I think the yoga is a stellar idea and I'd love to do that as well. I've noticed my stress level is way too high and feel I could calm a bit with some yoga. I used to do it every week or so and always felt very relaxed at the end of my videa (candlelight yoga... highly recommend!)
Best of luck finding something that works for you. Oh, and for me, the only way to not loose weight with the cardio/weight training was to eat a lot more throughout the day AND I always added a protein and/or high calorie smoothie with cocunut or olive oil after my workout. It didn't necessarily help me put ON the pounds, but I didn't loose much either, even when I was doing pretty intensive weight training.
<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
Kudos for the exercise-"junkies" on the site! woot woot!
I've personally become more lax (ok so i hadn't gone to the gym in over 6 weeks!) when I got so sick and recently had lots of allergies, etc. to my meds, but now I'm slowly working back to it.
My plan used to be cardio (35 mins) and weight training (light to medium weights hitting each muscle group) 4 times per week. I'd rest every other day and just allow my body to recoup. I found that worked great for me to build muscle and the cardio really helped my lungs.
When I did cardio, I generally jogged for about 15-22 minutes depending. I usually got my HR up to about 175 at these times and then it hovered around 155 when walking. I know it seems high, but I've been told by my doc this was ok. I also wear 2 liters of O2 during the entire workout.
Anyway, I think the yoga is a stellar idea and I'd love to do that as well. I've noticed my stress level is way too high and feel I could calm a bit with some yoga. I used to do it every week or so and always felt very relaxed at the end of my videa (candlelight yoga... highly recommend!)
Best of luck finding something that works for you. Oh, and for me, the only way to not loose weight with the cardio/weight training was to eat a lot more throughout the day AND I always added a protein and/or high calorie smoothie with cocunut or olive oil after my workout. It didn't necessarily help me put ON the pounds, but I didn't loose much either, even when I was doing pretty intensive weight training.
<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
I've personally become more lax (ok so i hadn't gone to the gym in over 6 weeks!) when I got so sick and recently had lots of allergies, etc. to my meds, but now I'm slowly working back to it.
My plan used to be cardio (35 mins) and weight training (light to medium weights hitting each muscle group) 4 times per week. I'd rest every other day and just allow my body to recoup. I found that worked great for me to build muscle and the cardio really helped my lungs.
When I did cardio, I generally jogged for about 15-22 minutes depending. I usually got my HR up to about 175 at these times and then it hovered around 155 when walking. I know it seems high, but I've been told by my doc this was ok. I also wear 2 liters of O2 during the entire workout.
Anyway, I think the yoga is a stellar idea and I'd love to do that as well. I've noticed my stress level is way too high and feel I could calm a bit with some yoga. I used to do it every week or so and always felt very relaxed at the end of my videa (candlelight yoga... highly recommend!)
Best of luck finding something that works for you. Oh, and for me, the only way to not loose weight with the cardio/weight training was to eat a lot more throughout the day AND I always added a protein and/or high calorie smoothie with cocunut or olive oil after my workout. It didn't necessarily help me put ON the pounds, but I didn't loose much either, even when I was doing pretty intensive weight training.
<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
Kudos for the exercise-"junkies" on the site! woot woot!
<br />
<br />I've personally become more lax (ok so i hadn't gone to the gym in over 6 weeks!) when I got so sick and recently had lots of allergies, etc. to my meds, but now I'm slowly working back to it.
<br />
<br />My plan used to be cardio (35 mins) and weight training (light to medium weights hitting each muscle group) 4 times per week. I'd rest every other day and just allow my body to recoup. I found that worked great for me to build muscle and the cardio really helped my lungs.
<br />
<br />When I did cardio, I generally jogged for about 15-22 minutes depending. I usually got my HR up to about 175 at these times and then it hovered around 155 when walking. I know it seems high, but I've been told by my doc this was ok. I also wear 2 liters of O2 during the entire workout.
<br />
<br />Anyway, I think the yoga is a stellar idea and I'd love to do that as well. I've noticed my stress level is way too high and feel I could calm a bit with some yoga. I used to do it every week or so and always felt very relaxed at the end of my videa (candlelight yoga... highly recommend!)
<br />
<br />Best of luck finding something that works for you. Oh, and for me, the only way to not loose weight with the cardio/weight training was to eat a lot more throughout the day AND I always added a protein and/or high calorie smoothie with cocunut or olive oil after my workout. It didn't necessarily help me put ON the pounds, but I didn't loose much either, even when I was doing pretty intensive weight training.
<br />
<br /><img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
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<br />I've personally become more lax (ok so i hadn't gone to the gym in over 6 weeks!) when I got so sick and recently had lots of allergies, etc. to my meds, but now I'm slowly working back to it.
<br />
<br />My plan used to be cardio (35 mins) and weight training (light to medium weights hitting each muscle group) 4 times per week. I'd rest every other day and just allow my body to recoup. I found that worked great for me to build muscle and the cardio really helped my lungs.
<br />
<br />When I did cardio, I generally jogged for about 15-22 minutes depending. I usually got my HR up to about 175 at these times and then it hovered around 155 when walking. I know it seems high, but I've been told by my doc this was ok. I also wear 2 liters of O2 during the entire workout.
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<br />Anyway, I think the yoga is a stellar idea and I'd love to do that as well. I've noticed my stress level is way too high and feel I could calm a bit with some yoga. I used to do it every week or so and always felt very relaxed at the end of my videa (candlelight yoga... highly recommend!)
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<br />Best of luck finding something that works for you. Oh, and for me, the only way to not loose weight with the cardio/weight training was to eat a lot more throughout the day AND I always added a protein and/or high calorie smoothie with cocunut or olive oil after my workout. It didn't necessarily help me put ON the pounds, but I didn't loose much either, even when I was doing pretty intensive weight training.
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