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Sunday, October 6, 2013

A 30-Minute, No-Gym Bodyweight Workout

A 30-Minute, No-Gym Bodyweight Workout

My 90 Day Challenge

This is day 6 of my 90 day challenge. I have removed all processed foods from my diet, as well as fried foods, white bread,white rice, pasta,caffeine,no soda. I have decided to add juicing and incorporate raw food into my routine as well as adding Skinny Fiber . 

My water intake has increased, which is a good thing because I don't like the stuff! It has no taste. LOL!!! I do add lemons, oranges, mint, cucumbers to my water. Not only does it give it a great flavor, it's detoxing at the same time!
 
It's a bit difficult to get a routine exercise program together because of my back issues. Trying to find a local YMCA to see if they have Aqua Aerobics. 
 
I've already lost 60, I have about 45-50 more pounds to reach my goal
 
I know I can do this! 


Friday, October 4, 2013

Disabled Exercise | BlackDoctor


Being disabled or having chronic pain or illness makes exercise difficult if not impossible. But don’t lose hope. Exercise can be performed by just about everyone—including individuals with limited mobility. In fact, those who suffer from joint problems, weight issues, injury, or illness will find great benefit in performing regular physical activity.





What Types Of Exercise Are Possible With A Disability?
It’s important to remember that any type of exercise will offer health benefits. Mobility issues inevitably make some types of exercise easier than others, but no matter your physical situation, you should aim to incorporate three different types of exercise into your routines:
  1. Cardiovascular exercises that raise your heart rate and increase your endurance. These can include walking, running, cycling, dancing, tennis, swimming, water aerobics, or “aquajogging”. Many people with mobility issues find exercising in water especially beneficial as it supports the body and reduces the risk of muscle or joint discomfort. Even if you’re confined to a chair or wheelchair, it’s still possible to perform cardiovascular exercise.
  2. Strength training exercises involve using weights or other resistance to build muscle and bone mass, improve balance, and prevent falls. If you have limited mobility in your legs, your focus will be on upper body strength training. Similarly, if you have a shoulder injury, for example, your focus will be more on strength training your legs and abs.
  3. Flexibility exercises help enhance your range of motion, prevent injury, and reduce pain and stiffness. These may include stretching exercises and yoga. Even if you have limited mobility in your legs, for example, you may still benefit from stretches and flexibility exercises to prevent or delay further muscle atrophy.

Disabled Exercise | BlackDoctor