How long should I ride the exercise bike to induce labor?

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marine wif

I am 2 cm dilated and 70% effaced. The babys in the -2 position. I am riding the exercise bike to help induce labor. When I am riding it it feels like a lot of pressure in my pelvic area and also in my butt. How long should I ride it for it to be effective? IS the pressure a good thing?
After research I found that the exercise bike does the same thing as walking. If I could walk I would but it is too hot outside for me to do so

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Taking a gentle walk or slowly pedaling a stationary bike might start contractions. Being upright puts pressure on the cervix, which may prompt it to dilate. Make sure to drink lots of fluids, maintain your body temperature below 100.5 degrees and listen to your body. If your body is tired or telling you stopâlisten to it!

How could leg weights harm my body? How could leg weights harm my body when I am riding an exercise bike?

willkrazo

I wanna ride my exercise bike with my leg weights that are a bout 1.5 lbs per ankle but i dont want to ruin anything in my body so what should I do?

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They should not do any damage to your body unless they are excessively heavy. They may put some strain on your muscles and joints if they are too heavy, but if you use the correct weight then they will help you to strengthen your muscles and they will push you harder, and also make the cardio harder giving you an overall better and more effective workout.

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How should i train for hockey with these options?

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Canada44

Well first off I'm 14, I'm 5'6" and 126lbs and I want to train for hockey for the 2007-08 season. In 2006-07 I played Minor Bantam AA (In CANADA), I really want to make AAA this year. I have a 8lbs medicine ball, one of those big balls, 10lbs weight, two 4lbs weights, a stationary bike, and I have a membership at the YMCA (a gym). I'm just wondering what i should do to train for hockey. I've heard weight training stunts your growth I don't want my growth to be stunted. I also play lacrosse. I have a hockey net, pucks and a stick obviously and a fake ice board. How should I train with all of this stuff?

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There're many hockey-specific training books if you don't have a coach or have access to a coach during the off-season. But it'll be good to have a partner to keep things loose, fun, and your motivation level consistent.

Out of all those equipment you listed: I'd stick to stationary bike, lacrosse, gym membership, and your listed hockey equipment.
I would NOT recommend weight training unless you can lift with proper technique, were a little older, and supervision (so you don't get hurt). Instead, concentrate on calisthenics, e.g. push-ups, pull-ups, squats, and most anything within your own body weight. That's the anaerobic exercises, I'd suggest. For aerobic, I'd suggest the bike, lacrosse, and running. Inline skates make excellent off-ice training equipment.

Alternate training days between aerobic and anaerobic, but also leave room for rest/recovery/fun. That's how I see lacrosse and other sports... they keep fit, but also don't make you get burnt out on hockey training/playing year round. Lacrosse is also great for improving hand-eye coordination skills and developing "soft hands" , i.e. when receiving passes.

For off-ice hockey shooting, I'd suggest working on honing each type of shot. Think quality first, and then quantity. Proper technique. Once you got that going, try recreating game situations. Think speed. Practice quick rebounds near the goal with your fake board like you're rebounding around the crease, different angles, proper foot, off foot, etc.

Big balls?? If you're referring to those inflatable gym balls, more power to you. Find someone to help you concentrate and focus on building up your core. Often referred to as core training.

Hockey specific things you may want to focus on whether you have someone to work with you and watch your technique: power skating and plyometrics. I'd imagine you're only 14 and you may still have some ways of growth, but when you step onto the ice, you may be going up against bigger boys. Focus on what you have to your advantage...lower center of gravity and work on things you can control. Skate strength, speed, and agility. That's where power skating, agility training, and plyometrics come into play on improving yourself.

Also do not forget to work on your stickhandling. Check out books, online, speak with coaches, older boys, etc.

I realize your desire to advance to the next tier, but do not forget to enjoy yourself with whatever you're doing. Keeping things fun and loose is part of maintaining your motivation on a consistent level. It's okay that you want to mix hard training above with some "good goofing" around, pickup games with others. Studies have shown that young players do benefit from having fun and being creative with the puck. Experiment. Give yourself permission to try new things, new playes, dekes, etc. to keep things going.

I know it's a bit much to read and follow, but you're asking a lot and there's simply no way I can go into the details. Really, I only scratched the surface here. Main thing is to make the most of your time, remain injury free, and have FUN! Good luck.

What can we all do about the world wide increase of obesity?

hungryhart

Diet and Obesity in the UK
This ESRC fact sheet gives an overview of diet and obesity in the UK. It is designed to introduce the topic rather than be a comprehensive summary.
During the last 25 years, the rate of obesity has quadrupled in the UK. In England alone, 22 per cent of men and 23 per cent of women were classified as clinically obese in 2002, while 43 per cent of men and 34 per cent of women were overweight. This means that over half of all adults weigh more than their recommended weight. In the USA obesity rates increased from 15 per cent of the population in 1980 to 31 per cent in 2000 [1]. In Canada, almost 50 per cent of the population is either overweight or obese [2]. Fifty-six per cent of adults and 27 per cent of children in Australia are either overweight or obese [3].
According to the World Health Organisation (WHO) there has been a three-fold rise in obesity rates in many European countries since the 1980s [4], and if the prevalence of obesity continues to increase at the current rate, 150 million adults in Europe will be obese by 2010 [5].
Obesity is measured by Body Mass Index (BMI) scale. This takes into account a personâs weight and height [6]. A person is considered to be obese if they have a BMI of 30 or above, and overweight if their BMI is between 25-30 [7]. According to a report from 2002, Europe has one of the highest average BMIs (26.5) of all the WHO regions [8]. However, BMI is slightly confusing as athletes with a lot of muscle (which weighs more than fat) would also register a high BMI score.
kimmer - according to the WHO figures Americans are slightly more obese than people in the UK but are about the same as Canadians.
the study figures go across all racial boundries. I personally know many obese non-whites.
nibby - very good answer!

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I think the problem has to be handled from two angles. We need to be more active in our lives. Today, very few people get enough exercise. We drive everywhere and we spend many hours sitting, whether in front of a computer screen or in front of the TV. From a very early age, we should instill in our children the importance of active play time and participation in sports and other physical activities. Everyday, we should get 30-60 minutes of physical activity. It would be good if we could get out of the habit of driving everywhere and sometimes walking or biking to places not so far away.

We also need to watch what we eat. My rule of thumb has always been that if I treat my plate like a pie chart, 50% of the plate should be vegetables, 25% protein and the remaining 25% should be starches like potatoes and pasta. I try not to skip breakfast so that I don't end up making poor choices at lunch and dinner time. I also keep healthy snacks like fruits and cheese sticks around during the day so that I end up eating less at dinner time. I think too many people starve themselves during the day and end up overdoing it at dinner time.

So, stay active and eat right. Sounds simple but it is so hard to do with all the conveniences of the age we live in. We live very sedentary lives compared to people living 100 years ago.

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do u care about the environment as much as my friend?

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pigylover1

my friend is obsessed with keeping the enviornment clean and not polluting. what do u think?

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your friend is right and you should follow the example
After all the Environment makes your life possible

It provides air to breathe water to drink ,soil to grow food and the forests maintain a climate comfortable to live in

And it is Home for all of us
do you have trash in your living room ??
No well then you should also not have trash outside which is the living space of everything and everybody

Besides a healthy Environment means that you an also be healthy

In Mexico poor people are forced to drink contaminated water ,knowing that they will get sick and maybe even die in the end .

Because they dont want to die of thirst imediatly and there is no other water ,because society has contaminated it all,and they are to poor to buy bottled water.

This happens also in Africa,China,and India that i know off

In my Town in Mexico the local Hospital has reported 9 types of parasites with the children and a whole range of skin stomach and eye complaints related to the dirty river

polution
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=AmlJcBg9GKbhMURumcBJ7Fnsy6IX?qid=20070501060142AACavPn

Do like to see children play in trash ???

Or see dead dogs ,horses pigs and cows and rivers full of dead fish because of the dumping of trash ,agro cheicals and sewage outlets all ending into the river ,where the animals come to drink.

Vultures are the most common birds to be seen.

and here are some ways you can be economic with energy and to be kind to the Environment .

http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=AhcJVx3UKvG5y5YVt5PP_bzsy6IX?qid=20070530231334AA2i56t
Here is a list with something for everybody
Everybody is different with different lives here are a 101 Ways To Live More Ecologically,may be you find something that applies to you


1. Avoid disposable in favor of reusable
items.
2. Avoid drying rags in a clothes dryer.
3. Avoid power appliances when handpower works.
4. Avoid highly processed foods.
5. Avoid using styrofoamâit can't be recycled.
6. Avoid watering driveways and sidewalks.
7. Be responsible and creative with leftover foods.
8. Buy in bulk goods to reduce wasted packaging.
9. Buy energy efficient electric appliances.
10. Buy foods without additives.
11. Buy foods without preservatives.
12. Buy food and goods from sources you trust
13. Buy large quantities to reduce shopping trips.
14. Buy living Christmas trees.
15. Buy locally grown food and produce.
16. Buy organic, pesticide-free foods.
17. Compost your food scraps.
18. Discover and protect watersheds in your area,
19. Don't burn trash or other smoky materials.
20. Drain cooking grease onto paper bags, not paper towels.
21. Drive a fuel-efficient car.
22. Drive less: walk, bicycle, carpooland use public transportation.

23. Eat foods low on the food chain; avoid meat.
24. Eat more natural, nutritious foods.
25. Educate elected representatives on ecology.
26. Exercise regularly.
27. Explore and learn about your bioregion.
28. Grow your own food, even a small amount.
29. Hang dry some or all of your clothes.
30. Heat your home less and wear warmer clothes.
31. Heat your home more with renewable energies.
32. Hold a potluck dinner to discuss local ecology.
33. If you use a dishwasher, turn off the drying cycle.
34. Install a water-conserving device in your toilets.
35. Install a water-conserving showerhead.
36. Insulate your home to maximum efficiency.
37. Invest for social responsibility as well as profit.
38. Invest in solar power, where practical.
39. Invest in well-made, long-lived clothing.
40. Keep hazardous chemicals in safe containers.
41. Keep appliance motors well adjusted for efficiency.
42. Mend and repair rather than discard and replace.
43. Oppose meddling in ecological balance.
44. Oppose private development of special areas.
45. Oppose roadside use of defoliants.
46. Organize or join a neighborhood toy exchange.

47. Pick up litter along streets and highways.
48. Plant native trees and shrubs around your home.
49. Plant trees throughout your community.
50. Plant your living Christmas tree.
51. Practice preventive health care.
52. Practice responsible family planning.
53. Prepare only as much food as will be eaten.
54. Protect your favorite distinctive natural areas.
55. Purchase goods in reusable/recyclable containers.
56. Put a catalytic converter on your wood stove.
57. Put toxic substances out of reach of children.
58. Recycle aluminum.
59. Recycle glass.
60. Recycle newspaper.
61. Recycle old clothes.
62. Recycle plastic.
63. Recycle used motor oil.
64. Recycle your unneeded items.
65. Re-use paper bags.
66. Re-use plastic bags for storage and waste.
67. Save up for full loads in clothes washers.
68. Save up for full loads in dishwasher.
69. Shop by phone, then go pick up your purchases.
70. Speak out about your values in community groups.
71. Support efficient energy sources in your bioregion.
72. Support elected representatives on ecological issues.
73. Support energy conservation in your bioregion.

74. Support global ecological improvement efforts.
75. Support local credit unions.
76. Support local merchants before large chains.
77. Support neighborhood food cooperatives.
78. Support proper waste water and sewage treatment.
79. Support the cultural diversity in your bioregion.
80. Support the plants and animals in your community.
81. Take shorter showers.
82. Teach your children ecological wisdom.
83. Turn down the thermostat on your water heater.
84. Turn off the lights when not needed.
85. Turn off the water while you brush your teeth.
86. Use biodegradable soaps and detergents.
87. Use cloth diapers.
88. Use cloth table napkins.
89. Use less tapwater whenever possible.
90. Use non-toxic pest control.
91. Use only medications you trust/understand.
92. Use rags or towels instead of paper.
93. Use rechargeable batteries.
94. Use the second side of paper for scratch paper.
95. Use water from cooking vegetables to make soup.
96. Volunteer for work in a community garden.
97. Volunteer to maintain local parks and wilderness.
98. Wash clothes in cold water.
99. Wash dishes in still, not running water.
100. Weather-seal your home.
101. Work to unlearn poor ecological habits.

And good luck
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key hole surgery on the knee?

cassiegent

My chap is having key hole surgery on tuesday and then depending on the outcome of this he will have to have a knee replacement (they are hoping they will only need to replace the top part of the knee this is the reason they are doing key hole), was just wondering if anyone knew how long it'll take to recover or get bk to work?

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Before I got arthritis, I enjoyed an active lifestyle that included swimming, walking, bicycling.. But when I started getting arthritis, everyday life became difficult. The more I walked the worse it [the arthritis pain] got, the pain was like a knife twisting inside. Sometimes my knee would give out, it just wouldn't support me. Then there was the sharp pain. Before surgery, the pain was absolutely debilitating. I was getting totally disabled. I couldn't walk. I couldn't stand. That's when I decided that I needed to do something. Once at church I met an very old friend of mine who suffered from the same pain as mine and thatâs when she recommended me Fly2india4health Consultants in India , my first thought about surgery in India was fear. I researched on my condition and my possible treatment options. I also spoke with the associate orthopedic surgeon with Fly2india4health Consultants who gave me educational material to help set my expectations after surgery. I was also been told that I would be up the same day as surgery and I was. The most important thing after the surgery is exercise. After surgery, I didn't have to take a lot of pain medication - maybe for 2 or 3 days. I attribute that to the skill of my surgeon. I was driving two weeks after surgery, Had I known it was going to be this easy, I would have had it done much earlier. If u need any orthopaedic care I will certainly advice you to go to Fly2india4health Consultants!

Source:
http://www.fly2india4health.com

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Is it illegal to ride a bike without a helmet in California?

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MAsh

Is there an age limit?
The reason I'm asking this is because I want to exercise by riding my bike around the block.
Also, is it okay to ride it on the sidewalk?
I'm 16 by the way.

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If you're under 18, then you are required to wear a helmet.

CVC 21212. (a) A person under 18 years of age shall not operate a bicycle, a nonmotorized scooter, or a skateboard, nor shall they wear in-line or roller skates, nor ride upon a bicycle, a nonmotorized scooter, or a skateboard as a passenger, upon a street, bikeway, as defined in Section 890.4 of the Streets and Highways Code, or any other public bicycle path or trail unless that person is wearing a properly fitted and fastened bicycle helmet that meets the standards of either the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) or the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), or standards subsequently established by those entities. This requirement also applies to a person who rides upon a bicycle while in a restraining seat that is attached to the bicycle or in a trailer towed by the bicycle.

What are some ways to quicken your metabolism?

Me

I've always had a slow one. Exercise helps some. What are some eating habits or supplements that help as well?

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Dieters often complain that they canât lose weight because they have
a âslow metabolism.â Unfortunately, many companies capitalize on this
misconception by marketing products that promise to give consumers a
so called âmetabolic advantageâ that helps melt away the pounds.
They are useless. There are things you can't control about your
metabolism, and no product ever will. On the other hand, there are
simple natural techniques, which will allow you to do it.
What you canât control about your metabolism:
Age: Metabolism slows about 5 percent for each decade after 40.
Thatâs because as we get older, we tend to lose muscle and gain body
fat. Lean muscle mass is more metabolically active than fat tissue. So
when you lose muscle mass, your metabolism slows down.
Gender: Men generally have faster metabolisms than women because
theyâre larger and have less body fat. Menâs basal metabolic rate is
estimated to be 10 percent to 15 percent higher than womenâs.
Hypothyroidism: An underactive thyroid will slow down your metabolism
and ultimately lead to weight gain. The good news is that a simple
blood test can determine whether you have this condition or not. If
you do, you can control it with the proper medication.
Genetics: Some people are lucky enough to be born with speedy
metabolisms â and others are not.
What you can control about your metabolism: Diet

Donât eat fewer than 1,000 calories a day. Your body and metabolism
thrive on food. When you fast or crash diet, your metabolism will slow
down in order to conserve energy. Imagine your metabolism as a blazing
fire. If the fire burns consistently with the appropriate amount of
high-quality wood, it will burn at a steady rate. But if it doesnât
have enough wood, the fire goes out. If it has too much wood, it can
get out control â just like your waistline!
Eat every four to five hours. Our bodies work hard to digest and
absorb the foods we eat, and your metabolism revs up in response.
This is called the thermic effect of food. Take full advantage of this
and schedule meals and snacks every four to five hours.
Make breakfast a priority. Studies show that people who regularly eat
a healthy breakfast within two hours of rising are more likely to
control their weight. This may be because youâre lifting your
metabolic rate after itâs been in a âresting phaseâ during the night.
Eat protein with every meal: All foods create a thermic effect and
will slightly boost your metabolism. However, eating protein gives
your body a bigger metabolic boost than eating carbohydrates or fats.
Plus, eating enough protein will ensure youâll maintain and build
muscle mass. (Remember, the more muscle mass you have, the greater
your metabolic rate). Make sure to incorporate lean protein into most
every meal.
Best protein sources: fish, chicken breast, turkey breast, lean red
meat, skim milk, nonfat yogurt, eggs and egg substitutes, tofu, beans,
and lentils.

Meal Examples:

Breakfast: yogurt with fresh fruit
Lunch: turkey burger on whole-grain bun and a salad
Dinner: grilled chicken with vegetables and a baked potato
Exercise

Do aerobic exercise four to five days a week. Aerobic activities,
such as running, brisk walking, swimming and bike riding, burn
calories and increase metabolism while youâre working out. Several
studies show that aerobic activities cause your metabolism to stay at
an elevated level for a period of time after you have finished
exercising.
Work in strength-training exercise two to three days a week. Lifting
weights and other strengthening activities, such as doing push-ups or
crunches, on a regular basis will actually boost your resting
metabolism all day. Thatâs because these activities build muscle. And
once again, muscle burns more calories than body fat. In fact, if you
have more muscle, you burn more calories â even if youâre sitting
still.
When it comes to supplements, I do not recommend them. The
ingredients that are effective tend to boost metabolism only slightly
and they can be risky. High doses of stimulants can make you jittery,
and increase heart rate and blood pressure.
The bottom line: The safest and most effective way to boost your
metabolism is to eat an appropriate amount of food every four to five
hours, incorporate a portion of lean protein into each meal, and
exercise regularly!

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Stationary exercise bike stand for mountain bike?

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Bryan Niel

Does anyone know of a relatively inexpensive indoor stationary bike stand for a MOUNTAIN BIKE that is also pretty quiet?

I am not trying to spend too much over $100.

I recently had back surgery and can my surgeon suggested a stationary bike for rehab (among other things). I live in an apartment with opionated neighbors, and want to get fit without arguments.

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I have a Bell Motivator that I use with a Walmart Mountain bike that has over 6.000 miles on it. You need to change the rear tire to something like a Kenda Kross slick so that it runs smooth and quite. Look around for a used on on the local ebay or Craig's list you may get lucky. You want a magnetic or fluid drive model.

http://www.amazon.com/Bell-Motivator-Indoor-Bicycle-Trainer/dp/B000AAYBWS

Replace both tires and your bike will ride a lot better on the road.

http://www.amazon.com/Kenda-Kross-Plus-Wire-1-95/dp/B001C6DE5O/ref=sr_1_1?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1337785047&sr=1-1

How can I convert a bike to an exersice bike?

kassy 3

Isn't there some kind of Stand or lift I can use to convert an outdoor bike to an exercise bike to use indoors in bad weather?

Answer
yes it is called a trainer see here:http://www.modernbike.com/itemgroup.asp?IGPK=2126175104 or here: http://www.performancebike.com/shop/sub_cat.cfm?subcategory_id=4120
This is all you need and a block for the front tire and a mat to put under it. Nothing to it!

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What type of workouts can i do with this equipment?

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YAY!!!!

ok i have a bike, elliptical, weights, a pool, and a hot tub....

what are some good workouts for these?

and as for the bike and elliptical, how long should i do them for?

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The weights, do those first. Do cardio after or even better is on another day entirely. Put the bike and elliptical on the interval setting, and do it until it's difficult to keep going. The more exhausted you are the better your workout. Just load up nutrients and water when you're done. I don't like ellipticals though. I like swimming for cardio, sprinting is fun too, more fun than jogging. Get in the hot tub after you work out to relax your muscles.

As for the weights its really best that you alternate between the major muscle groups and work out each once a week. My routine is this: Monday, chest and triceps. Wednesday, legs and shoulders. Friday, Abs, back and biceps. Go to http://www.exrx.net/Lists/Directory.html (use right column) to look up the major muscle groups and develop your own routine based on the equipment available to you. Again you can add cardio to some of your rest days. Only do cardio after your weights if you have to.

What is the best way to train for track season in spring?

Matthew

I pretty much have limited options at my school gym:
Treadmill - Bike - Elliptical
Of course I continue to use the calf raise, leg press but I was wondering the best way to train for cardio.
One of these options and any others are welcome to suggestion. Thanks

Answer
Assuming your running distance:

Run more. Get your mileage up into the 60-70 miles per week range. In the off-season you don't need to be worried about lots of workouts. Occasionally throwing in a light tempo run and then once every week or two doing a LIGHT interval session of maybe 1200m intervals alternating with a session of say 12x200 (100m accelerate, 50m sprint, 50m "float"). The 1200m is good for light aerobic development but will not be intense enough to make you drained by the time the season comes around, and the 200's help you to "keep in touch" with speed so the faster paces of racing don't shock you come spring.

More than anything its about the mileage. Almost universally you'll see HSers with times of like 2:05 800m, 4:50 1600m, and then like 18:45 5K. It should be 2:05 800m, 4:40 1600m, 16:00 5K. The problem? Aerobic Undervelopment. They have the speed for short distances but don't have the mileage to handle the longer distances and sustain strong paces. Most good HSer's and college athletes are running anywhere between 60 and 100 miles per week or more.

The goal for winter training is to continue to grow your aerobic base while "staying in touch" with speed. You want to come into spring feeling fresh and strong, so you shouldn't have done tons of super hard workouts so your already feeling in the midset of intense training.

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What's the best upright exercise bike on the market?

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Sale Photo

I think it's Keiser, but maybe someone has a better idea? I want to buy a stationary upright exercise bike for home, but I'm having trouble finding a used Keiser bike for sale in my area. Is there another brand that's just as good or better?

Answer
The Schwinn Airdyne or Aerodyne or soemthing like that has been a staple of exercise bikes for awhile. Assuming you want an exercise bike, and not a Spin bike

How should I use my exercise bike / Crosstrainer?

Holly

I've just bought a 2 in 1 Exercise bike & Crosstrainer, but I've never used either before, how long should I use each for and how often to get the best and quickest results? Also, what areas will they target most?

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I start out with a very easy 10 min warm up in 3 stages. Get to a pace that is easy but gets your breathing elevated. Spinning faster will increase your heart rate so try to do 70-90 rpms. If you are sweating after 15 min you are on the right track. Do at least 30 min and try to extend it to an hour. Watch TV and increase you speed during the commercials. Cycling will tone your legs and butt if you want to lose weight eat less.

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How effective are exercise bikes in achieving weight loss?

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Q. I have just aquired an exercise bicycle from a friend of mine who was moving that didn't wish to take it with her.
When I go to the gym (rarely) I usually use the elliptical machine, but since I have this bike now, I would much rather stay at home and workout.
My question is for those of you who ride exercise bikes, is it really just as effective as other machines at weight loss, or will I have to ride at longer intervals to achieve any type of results?
For the record, I'm 26 yrs old, 5'6 and weigh 130lbs, trying to get down to 120lbs, or at least stay in that range.

Answer
stationary bikes are awesome for weight loss. Ever hear of spinning? That burngs nearly 800-1200 calories an hour. And you can do it now in your own home. Look up on google some spinning tips, and you'll be on your way to slimming down fast!! I have heard that bikes are the best way to lose weight..you're working out your abs, thighs, calves, butt. Do some arm movements while you're riding, and you'll slim down in no time.

I need help with using an exercise bike to lose weight?

alley1128

looking for tips on using exercise bike for weight loss.Like how fast,how long is recommended(mph),speed?And estimated weight loss with use?

Answer
High intensity interval training. 3 minute warm up, 1 minute very fast, 2 minutes at a lower speed to recover, then again 1 minute very fast and 2 minutes to recover. Repeat this cycle for 30 minutes. Its the best way to condition your heart and burn fat.

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How to start working out on Elliptical/Workout Bike?

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baybe_spar

I am 5'8 170 pounds. I dont really do much cardio or working out besides at work. I work for Starbucks so I do move around but not all the time. I just got an elliptical/workout bike. I have heard starting out slow like 15 minutes a day three days a week would be good. Then I have heard to start at 5 minutes a day or 30 minutes a day. I am very confused on what would be good for me. I want to get lean and thin, build muscle without looking bulky. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!

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You can never get bulky from a cardiovascular exercise like cycling. You want to do an easy 10 min warm up in 3 steps and then go hard enough to get your heart rate to 85% of max or where you can maintain a decent level of effort for a long time. 15 min is just getting started you want to do at least 30 min and add another 5 min each week. You also want to do it everyday or even twice a day.

Diet is more important then any exercise for getting lean 15 min = about 100 calories.

What is a good dry land exercise plan for a swimmer?

Rachel

I get a lot of my work out's for swimming doing cardio, but is cardio enough? I usually do 1.5hrs+ for my cardio. Is this enough?

Right now, swimming season is done, but I want to know what a good daily exercise plan for me is. My goal really isn't to lose weight, but to just keep in shape during summer, and to get record/state time next year.

What my usual workout consists of;
Treadmill, Stationary Bike, Elliptical, Pilates, 30 Sec. Planks and sometimes push ups.

Answer
Warm-up: step-ups, jump-ups on a stair, plank holds and mountain climbers 30s each 3x

Ab/quad set- start in a V-sit, hold for 10s, open up 20 degrees, hold 10s, open another 20 degrees etc. do that 2x. Do 15 one-legged super mans each side. After, hold banana (or double-legged superman, same thing) for 40s. Do 15 squat jumps.

Cardio set- 5 push-ups, run 50m, 5 sit-ups, run 100m, 10 push-ups, run 150m, 10 sit-ups, run 200m, repeat 2x.

Cool-down: do some yoga poses ex. forward bend, triangle, downward dog, child's pose, warrior pose.

This is what we do in the off season. It keeps you in shape, but you only need to do it 2 or 3x a week.

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Why has the Schwinn 231 recumbent bike become unavailable?

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justme75

This seems to be the most recommended model, so why is it impossible to find? Any suggestions as to which recumbent exercise bike to go with?

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Check out this website below for Schwinn 231 recumbent bike deals. All bike reviews are available there for you to browse. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THE SCHWINN 231 RECUMBENT EXERCISE BIKE for attaining and maintaining your desired level of fitness, especially given the fine support can expect from SCHWINN FITNESS/NAUTILUS Customer Service if/when needed.

Where can I find a speedometer cable for a late 80s vintage Schwinn Airdyne?

KC

The exercise bike works great but can't find a cable anywhere.

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how many calories does stationary bike burn?

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Jennifer J

ok i do the stationary bike for 60 minutes everyday it is 11 miles how many calories does this burn?

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400

Eat only when hungry and not more than thrice a day. Nothing other than water in between. Include plenty of uncooked vegetables and fruits in each meal, preferably 50%.

Chew each morsel at least 32 times. Do not touch articles of food or the cutlery in between. This will activate ur body to generate strong signals of hunger/fullness. Obey these signals.

Take light exercises and brisk walks (minimum 20 min duration) regularly preferably twice a day.

U will achieve what u have not even dreamt and that too in a reasonable time. Do not be in a hurry. It is however to be noted that one cannot change the shape or size of different parts of the body.

How many calories are burned from 60 minutes of pedaling on a stationary bike?

headgames1

Today i rode the bike twice and each time i rode it for 1 hour (60 minutes). I pedal at 14-16 mph. It varies up and down. I was just wondering how many calories i most likely burned. Thanks. ;)

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check out the calorie burn calculator
http://healthresources.caremark.com/topic/cooltools

Just incase the link doesn't work
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Are exercise bikes really any good?

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Q. I saw one in an ad saying it's £20 and I was wondering, what with winter coming up, would an exercise bike be good for a cardio workout?

Thank youuu :)
I thought you couldn't pin point where you want weight lost? Anyway, I just want to do exercise to keep healthy and fit, I am skinny lol so no losing weight

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£20? for a bike I highly doubt that specific one will be any good. The bit that actually helps you is the weights inside it. The more weight there is the harder it is for you so you need to put more effort in which means more loss.

I own one I bought mine for just over £100 from Tesco online and I love mine. Has decent weights too.
they are good to use while watching tv. 30 mins on the hardest setting and you'll feel the burn. When I first got mine I had put so much energy into the work out my legs froze and I coulden't walk lol

edit - you can't pin point where you want to loose weight however a bike is cardio meaning it comes off from everywhere. I think the other person was meaning it'll tone your muscles in your lower stomach, legs and arms which will make you look leaner because of the muscle instead of the fat

What is the meaning of the "Emergency Feed" notication found on most paper towel dispensers?

Tyrone S.

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After a lady named Felicity, who was aged 84, got locked in a ladies cubicle for 3 days back in 2002 whilst doing a pee in the Marks & Spencers store in Scunthorpe, England - it was decided that all paper towels should be made edible.

All paper towels now have vitiman supplements which could sustain a 34 year old brick layer for at least 14 days. Obviously anyone locked ina toilet cubicle would have access to water so they would be able to manage very well.

In fact, Tesco are thinking of making their cubicles large enough to take a single bed, wardrobe and exercise bike.

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What's a good cardio exercise you can do at home that doesn't hurt your joints?

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Pineapple

I know, that is a lot of specifications, but that is what I am looking for. Running jars my joints (I also have a genetic hip problem that running irritates). I've been walking at about a 4 mph pace, but want to supplement with some other kind of cardio. Ideas?
Yeah!! My dream is to one day have a pool that I can swim in, but for now, I'm stuck on land most of the time!

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Most Cardio exercises generate a lot of oxygen-demand by using the large muscles that move your hip joint. So in reality, your problem is that the more effective the exercise, the more likely it is to aggravate your dodgy hip.

Walking, running, cycling, and using a crosstrainer (elliptic) all involve an upright posture, so that your bodyweight is carried on your hip joint. They also move your hip through a small range-of-motion, so that the pressure is always placed on the same part of the joint structure.

Rowing might be a better option. You are still using your hip joint, but the range-of-motion is larger, so the pressure falls on a broader area of the joint. You also do it sitting down, and some machines allow (or can easily be adapted to allow) different foot positions such as a wider distance between your feet. This also varies the parts of your hip joint that take the load.

A feet-forward ('recumbent') exercise bike has some of the same advantages, and can be a better option than the 'upright' type.

There is a cardio option that misses out your hip joint altogether. I think that a Hand Crank (or 'arm bike', 'windlass simulator', or 'upper body ergometer') is an excellent cardio tool, but most people don't like them, for all the same reasons.

It can be very difficult to get your heart rate up on one of these, because you are working the smaller muscles that move your shoulder joint. That means you need to work pretty hard if you want to generate a high oxygen demand. At the same time, your breathing muscles are involved in the movement, so they need to do two different jobs effectively. That can be uncomfortable.

But when you're training, the idea is to challenge your body. If it's comfortable, then you can stand a bit more of a challenge. Overcoming something difficult (for example, learning to co-ordinate your breathing, your 'core', and your arm & shoulder muscles so that you can comfortably challenge yourself on an Arm Crank) gives you a sense of achievement as well as a set of physical skills that will make all sorts of challenging 'real-world' tasks easier too.

Some gyms have these machines, and they are usually more available than the others because nobody is queuing up to use them. For use at home, you can get small machines like an exercise bike without a saddle or handlebars. These are intended to be used while sitting in an armchair, but some come with an extra pair of pedals that are shaped more like handles. With these fitted, you can rest the machine on a table and operate it with your arms.

Can you explain how building muscle (especially in the legs) helps to burn fat more efficently?

ecstaticde

I have been riding a stationary recumbent bike 30-90 minutes a day for a month. While I have only lost 3 pounds so far, I see a huge difference in my body. I have heard that building more muscle mass is the key to burning fat but I would like to know how and why. Thanks for your input!

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Muscles require more calories than fat. Therefore if you have larger muscles you will need more calories to support those cells than if you have smaller muscles. What you have noticed is that you have lost fat, but not weight, that is because muscles weigh more than fat, so you can be in better shape with less fat, but not lose weight, and in fact you could gain weight while you are getting into better physical condition. This is why height weight charts are misleading. It is better to know your body fat percentages because that is a better indicator of your health. Also height weight charts are not accurate since people are not flat but have width and size, in other words their bone structure is different. Just keep exercising and you will look and feel better, you are also improving your cardiovascular conditioning along with your muscle fat percentages.

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What's the safest home exercise equipment when you have very young children in the house?

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Dave of th

When one has young children (under the age of three), one obviously ends up spending a good deal of time at home & it's difficult to get to the gym. However, most treadmills and exercise bikes have moving parts that are dangerous for small, curious toddlers. Is there home exercise equipment out there that is child-safe, or ways to better child-proof home exercise equipment you already have?

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I would suggest keeping the exercise equipment in a seperate room, that is mostly off limits (such as a master bedroom, spare room, or basement) and using it at a time when you do not need to monitor your child-- e.g. when it is napping. Or, alternatively, you could workout while s/he is in a playpen. It is good for you to realize that exercise equipment has many small moveable parts and are not safe for a baby.

That being said, I am sure those big exercise balls would be harmless and maybe even fun for a toddler! Yoga and aerobics are also good alternatives that do not require equipment-- just a DVD!

Why has the Schwinn 231 recumbent bike become unavailable?

justme75

This seems to be the most recommended model, so why is it impossible to find? Any suggestions as to which recumbent exercise bike to go with?

Answer
Check out this website below for Schwinn 231 recumbent bike deals. All bike reviews are available there for you to browse. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THE SCHWINN 231 RECUMBENT EXERCISE BIKE for attaining and maintaining your desired level of fitness, especially given the fine support can expect from SCHWINN FITNESS/NAUTILUS Customer Service if/when needed.

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Where can I get a power cord for this exercise bike?

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rko.champ

I have a New Balance 6100 Recumbent Bike, and the power cord is broken. Is there any safe reliable website that sells just the power cord? Thanks in advance.

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How about a picture of the broken cord?

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What would be the best way to shed these pounds?

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Q. I am a runner who logs anywhere from 15-30 miles per week, depending on my energy level and the weather. I also ride my recumbent bike, about 40-50 miles a week. Yet, I've got significant fat around my midsection and thighs I can't seem to get rid of. I don't have access to a gym, so what would y'all recommend for shedding these pounds? I really want to get my core and my legs toned and sleek so I can improve my running.

Anything is welcome.

Thanks in advance :)

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jogging is an excellent exercise because it let you lose weight
evenly throughout your whole body. If you want to lose weight in
specific areas, you should target them with exercises. If they are
your problem areas, they will be very difficult to tone. You will have
to work double on them. The best approach is this:
1. Lower/control your daily calorie intake (control for normal
weight, lower for overweight).
2. Run/jog to lower your overall body fat percentage.
3. Target your problem areas with exercises.
an excellent exercise, you can do it in front of your TV: sit on a
stool, and put your toes under something (piece of heavy furniture,
for example). In your hands hold a little dumbbell. Please, make sure
that it is not very heavy, start with one kilo, for example, or you
will damage your back and spine! Slowly move the upper part of your
body back, until it's parallel with the ground. Stop for a second and
move it back to the sitting position. Repeat ten times. Every week add
to the number of repetitions. You will see the results in a week,
guaranteed! You will see or feel under the fat - if you have any - six
pack and muscles. Dumbbells do wonders. Much better than these
crunches - I came up to three hundreds and there was no results AT
ALL. With the dumbbells you will see it in a week.
Side Lunge Slide
Stand with feet hip-width apart, left foot resting on a paper plate.
Bend the right leg while sliding the left foot to the side, torso
upright and abs in. Slowly slide left foot back to starting position,
repeating 8-12 times. Switch legs and repeat for 2-3 sets.

Lunge Slide
Stand with feet hip-width apart, left foot resting on a paper plate.
Bend the right leg while sliding the left foot back into a lunge
position, keeping the right knee behind the toe, torso upright and abs
in. Slowly slide left foot back to starting position and repeat 8-12
times. Switch legs and repeat on each leg for 2-3 sets.

Front One-Legged Squat
Stand on a step or small platform. Lift left leg out in front of step
and bend the right leg, bringing the toe of the left foot to the
floor. Touch the floor lightly and keep the knee of the bent leg in
line with toes. Straighten the right leg and repeat 8-12 times. Switch
legs and repeat for 2-3 sets.

Chair Squat
Stand in front of a chair with feet hip-width apart, abs in and torso
straight. Slowly bend your knees and lower and until you're almost
touching your butt to the chair. Hold for 2-3 seconds, knees behind
the toes, and straighten. Repeat for 12-16 reps, 2-3 sets.

Heel Drops with Leg Extension
Stand on step or platform with left leg on the step, right leg
hanging off the side. Bend the left leg and lower the right foot
towards the floor (a few inches). Straighten the left leg and bring
the right leg out to the side, foot flexed, in a leg extension. Repeat
8-12 times, switch legs for 2-3 sets.

Hip Extension
On a flat or inclined step or platform, lie facedown with hips on the
edge of the step, legs straight out behind you with toes resting
lightly on the floor. Squeeze the glutes and hamstrings and straighten
the legs until they are level with the hips. Hold for 2-3 seconds, and
lower letting toes lightly touch the floor. Repeat for 2-3 sets of
8-12 repetitions.

What are the benefits and differences between a recumbent and regular, exercise bike?

Robert I

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A recumbent lets you use your hips as a fulcrum to exert force with your legs, while a regular bike, unless it has toe clips, can't push in quite the same way, relying more on gravity. Toe clips will give you the option of 'pulling' as well as 'pushing', though, so for home use I would say getting a set of cloth straps might be beneficial for you.

Recumbents are more comfortable than traditional bikes, especially if you have lower back problems, but they tend to be more expensive and take up more room.

Hope this helps!

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Is a bichon frise a good dog?

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Sarah M

I live in Canada and I plan on getting a dog for the first time. I heard that bichon frises are good dogs. They don't shed much either.

I have a few questions:

1. How many times does it need to be walked a day?
2. Is it ok if we don't walk it one day and leave it to romp around in the yard (sometimes I have a lot of school work and my parents work late)?
3. How often should we take it to a vet?
4. How often should it be groomed/washed?
5. Are they low energy dogs or high energy? If they are low energy does this mean that I won't be able to run with them (I would enjoy jogging/running with my dog)

I'm just curious about those questions I will do some more research online though.

Thank You!
6. Will they be ok in the Canadian Cold? It gets pretty cold up here during the winter, can we still leave them outside and let them run around in the yard?

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i had a bichon for 17 years and he was a really super sweet dog ... friendly with people and animals ... he was so peaceful he could walk up to skunks and the skunks would give him a sniff and ignore him ...

1. i live in an apartment so he was walked several times a day but one walk a day would be good if you have a yard too ... they are not super athletic but they can keep up so do need to expend energy daily ..

2. that would be okay from time to time ... but do realize a backyard is not exercise/stimulation, they need to walk for that ...

3. as he was my first dog i brought him to the vet every year ... now that i have a new dog, i bring her when needed ...

4. they do need grooming ... i used to love to give mine a bath, and then brush and blowdry his hair, it would make him super puffy and snuggly, their fur is really nice but does take brushing and professional grooming ... i would bring mine for a professional groom at christmas and i would shear him off in the summer as it was so hot ...

5. i found energy wise, he would just keep up to what i was doing ... he like to run beside my bike, liked to hike but he was equally fine to snuggle next to you on the sofa ... you could run but you would have to wait until the dog was over a year to do that exercise as they have growth plates in their paws that are not formed fully until they are an adult ... my friend ran with her shih tzu when he was a young puppy and his paws are pointing out now due to it ...

6. my bichon lived in jasper, alberta, edmonton, alberta, ottawa, ontario, and vancouver, bc ... he never wore a jacket but he did not love the cold weather ... i let him get furrier in the winter ... if it is really cold the dog will just want to go out, do its business and come back in ... mine had a problem with the salt they put out for snow and ice ... i had to use a wax to protect his paws otherwise he would stop walking and keep lifting his paws ...

the are great dogs, smart, playful and minimal health problems ... in 17 years the only health problem my dog had was flea bite dermatitis when we moved to vancouver which resolved with appropriate flea prevention ... and the no shedding is so nice ... you don't realize how nice it is ... i grew up with a poodle, then i got my bichon when i moved out so i was not really used to shedding ... my dog now would be perfect if she did not shed :O)

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Is it safe to travel in the USA alone as a woman?

marion.ofs

I'm from England and I would like to travel 3 weeks or so through the USA by coach and train, because I have no car, maybe rent a bicycle sometimes and ride through the countryside. I don't know a lot about that country's culture though and if it's safe for a woman to travel on her own.
I'd like to see a national park (with the large redwood trees), but I don't know where that is, also the beaches and some famous cities, therefore I wanted to go along a coast.
Thanks for your advice!
Thank you very much, everyone!!! :-)

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I would not worry about being safe on the coach or train, but sometimes the neighborhoods around the bus and train stations are not the best, especially at night. To be safe, if at all possible, I would avoid walking around alone outside the stations, especially in the larger cities at night.

If you want to go from one place to another on a bike and not return it to the same place you rented it from you will probably need to buy one - and it would probably be less expensive to buy one anyway if you plan to use one for more than a day at a time in a particular area. You can sell it back to a bike shop and get at least a little money back when you are done with it.

Some areas of the country are more bicycle "friendly" than others. Many of the country roads in areas that are not bike "friendly" do not have any bike lane or shoulder and drivers sometimes can be rather rude or even hit your bike with their car if you are in their way. Generally speaking I would think that you will find the northeast and northwest with more bike lanes and people using bikes than you will in the south or middle part of the country. Of course there are always exceptions.

The Redwoods are in Redwood National Park in Northern California - truly a beautiful place!
For what you have in mind, you would probably enjoy a trip along the west coast, including the cities of Los Angeles, San Francisco, Portland, OR and Seattle.

There is a train that runs the entire distance from LA to Seattle (with a connection in Seattle you could continue north all the way to Vancouver BC). I would think you could take the trip in segments and get off and back on at several stops along the way, but it might cost a bit more.

Once you get north of Los Angeles the west coast is mostly "bicycle friendly" areas and reasonably safe for a woman traveling alone. The wine country north of San Francisco would also be a beautiful place for a bicycle trip through the countryside (just don't taste too much wine and then try to ride your bike!)

I'm a woman and I have visited quite a few places in the US alone. I've never had a problem, but I do exercise caution. After awhile you can recognize the neighborhoods and areas where there is more crime (bars on the windows of the businesses is a good clue and just a general trashy look compared to safer areas). If I find I'm entering an area that looks suspicious I get out of it as quickly as possible and I don't wander around at night by myself.

Beware of being too trusting of people you meet - don't leave a train station, restaurant or bar and out into a dark street or get into a car with anyone, especially some man you just met. Most people will be ok, but you never know!

I've included some links that might be helpful to plan your adventure!

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How would you go about losing 30 pounds over the course of 3 months?

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Holly

Sitting here watching supersize vs. superskinny, these girls have 3 months to change their eating habits to gain a healthy weight. I got curious, if you had 3 months and wanted to lose between 20 to 30 pounds healthily, how would you do that? Including exercise and better eating.

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I actually did this. I joined Weight Watchers at the end of February 2009 and by Memorial Day weekend, I had hit the thirty pound mark. The main way I did it was by tracking my food... writing down everything I ate, and not going over the amount I was permitted to eat for the day. Weight Watchers does it through a points system...which is a formula which calculates fiber, fat and calories...but you can do the same thing by counting calories. I ate pretty much all foods that I wanted...my weakness is Chinese food...but instead of having my high fat favorites daily, I limited my intake to once a week. So, I would have two "cheat" meals where I ate whatever I wanted, or had dessert, etc. This helped keep me on track because it was easier to stay on my diet when I knew I would be able to have whatever I wanted when I went out to lunch on Saturday, etc. The worst thing about a diet is feeling deprived, and I never allow myself to feel deprived.

I exercised an hour a day six days a week. I did a variety of different things...in that period, however, I mainly walked or swam. When I walked, I walked for an hour on the treadmill. I swam for an hour as well. When the weather grew warmer I biked outside. A few months later my fitness level had increased to the point where I was able to run, but that was after I had reached the fifty pounds lost mark.

I lost over sixty pounds, and ten have crept back on since October, which I am now working to lose. I found that writing down everything you eat has the most impact, because it makes you think twice about what you're eating, and if you really want to have it if it means you won't be able to have something else later. It was when I stopped "tracking" (WW's term for it) that I started to fall back into old habits, so I can't stress enough how important this is...it's a pain in the rear for sure, but it works.

How do I lose alot of weight before June?

efyouseeka

I am overweight and I am required to lose 30-50 pounds for a MAJOR back operation. I am 212 lbs now...How can i lose about 40 or 50 pounds from now to June 3, 2009 ?

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Weight loss is an overall process. You need to think about many factors. There are many sensible things you can do that will make a tremendous difference over the long term if you need to lose weight. It can be done in a healthy way. This is what has worked for me.

Keeping a food journal really does help. It will give you a much better sense of how much you are eating, and when, and why.

Make a few additional small changes - walk everywhere, always use stairs instead of elevators, walk on escalators, get up and move around at least once an hour if your work or your life in general is sedentary, walk every day, use a pedometer. Walking 10,000 steps a day is a really good idea. Build up to a long brisk walk everyday, or most days. Be more active and watch less TV and spend less time on the computer. Buy one piece of exercise equipment to have at home and be strict with yourself about using it. Sometimes you can find mini-steppers or exercise bikes at second hand stores and thrift stores for just a few dollars.

Start a weight lifting routine. Join a gym. Possibly you can find one that has someone who specializes in weight lifting programs for beginners. Weight lifting will increase your metabolism as well as improve posture and appearance overall. Even if you can't get to the gym you can work out at home using things around the house. Invest in a good weight training book. The Dummies series actually has a good one.

In terms of diet, cut out or reduce things like junk food, pop, fat, fast food. Eat more fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean meat, fish. Particularly if you choose a vegetarian lifestyle include natural peanut butter, hummus, dried fruit and nuts. Pay close attention to getting the nutrients your body needs to be healthy.

Make your portion sizes smaller. Use a smaller plate - in our society we have become accustomed to thinking that we need a large plate of food at every meal, and we don't. About quarter of your plate of food should be protein and at least half of it should be veggies.

Learn to count calories. At your current weight and activity level, you may possibly need about 2000 calories or more to maintain your current weight. So you will lose weight at a reasonable and healthy rate if you cut back to about 1600 or 1700 calories a day.

Eat small amounts frequently, rather than three large meals. Never skip breakfast. Include some protein in your breakfast. It will help get you through the day.

Drink plenty of water, at least 8 big glasses of water a day, and more if it is very hot, if you sweat a lot, or if you are exercising intensely, and eliminate fruit juices. Fruit juices have too many calories, so get your vitamins from fresh fruit, not the juice. You will begin to see changes in your body.

An area that many people overlook is getting enough sleep. You are much more likely to overeat or to binge eat if you are tired and not well rested, so get enough sleep.

Check out websites about nutrition, exercise, weight training, etc. Here are a few helpful links.

http://www.nutrawatch.com/
http://www.caloriesperhour.com/
http://www.helpguide.org/life/healthy_eating_diet.htm
http://www.wikihow.com/Lose-Weight-the-Healthy-Way
http://weightloss.about.com/cs/fitness/a/aa011503a.htm
http://www.webmd.com/fitness-exercise/features/no-weight-workout?page=4

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