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    Default Any virtual workout buddies out there?

    I'm looking for some fellow weggies who will help hold each other accountable for getting physically fit (or maintaining a current level of fitness).

    This is not about whose workout is the toughest. It's about friends helping friends to get more physically fit and see if we can minimize the ravages of our dumb disease on our bodies.

    Personally, what I want to accomplish is to lose 15 pred pounds, take 2" off my waistline, and strengthen my abs and upper body muscles. I'm committed to walking 40-60 minutes 4-5 times a week. On the days when I only walk for 40 minutes, I'll also hit the weight machines. I'll do at least 20 ab crunches every day.

    Yesterday, I walked for 45 minutes, did 20 crunches, did 15 reps on the shoulder press at 25lbs and 20 reps on the chest press at 25 lbs. Today, I walked for 50 minutes and did 24 crunches. I'm tired right now, but will recover in time to play with the grandkids after while.

    If anybody wants to join me, just post your activities to this thread. We're all in this together. Let's get fit and have some fun with it!
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    where is saava ?
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    I don't think Saava will be back.
    Phil Berggren, dx 2003

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    Quote Originally Posted by pberggren1 View Post
    I don't think Saava will be back.
    what's happened to saava ? I couldnt find him on the friends list. strange.
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    He must have left the Forum then.
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    strange. why did Saava go without saying anything ?
    Saava, if you read this, come and tell us, what happened ?

    Pete,sorry, back to your questions....



    your plan, Pete, looks just great and inspiring
    I exercise daily, not less then 30 min, wallking outside or "aerobic" at home.
    but I think the boys around should join you....
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    "You are my sunshine", he used to sing to me... "you make me happy, when skies are grey" I still answer him.
    Rest in Peace, my brave Batman and take care of your weggies from heaven, until we meet again.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Pete View Post
    I'm looking for some fellow weggies who will help hold each other accountable for getting physically fit (or maintaining a current level of fitness).

    This is not about whose workout is the toughest. It's about friends helping friends to get more physically fit and see if we can minimize the ravages of our dumb disease on our bodies.

    Personally, what I want to accomplish is to lose 15 pred pounds, take 2" off my waistline, and strengthen my abs and upper body muscles. I'm committed to walking 40-60 minutes 4-5 times a week. On the days when I only walk for 40 minutes, I'll also hit the weight machines. I'll do at least 20 ab crunches every day.

    Yesterday, I walked for 45 minutes, did 20 crunches, did 15 reps on the shoulder press at 25lbs and 20 reps on the chest press at 25 lbs. Today, I walked for 50 minutes and did 24 crunches. I'm tired right now, but will recover in time to play with the grandkids after while.

    If anybody wants to join me, just post your activities to this thread. We're all in this together. Let's get fit and have some fun with it!
    Wow! I am tired from just reading about it. Some signs of progress should appear soon from your efforts.
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    I would love this. I will only be doing lil walks at first since I still can't seem to feel right. But, I will post right along with everyone. I need to lose a LOT more than all y'all but that's not really my focus right now. I have to keep telling myself not to stress on that ... but exercise just for the sake of that is great!
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    OK -- I did it ! 50 min of aerobics. Yeah!!!!!

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    Light day today. The Y is closed, and it's too cold for me to walk outside. Did two sets of 12 crunches. Back at it tomorrow and Friday!

    Debra - I understand about redistributing weight. From the side, I look like I'm pregnant.

    Drz - hope you can make a small start soon. You gave me this idea.

    Nikki - I started walking a couple of hundred feet. Keep on going! Hope you get to feeling better and stronger soon.

    Jean Marie - way to go!
    Last edited by Pete; 01-02-2014 at 08:48 AM.
    Pete
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