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I'm going to try the HRM tonight for workout 2. Also, I'm walking much slower than you guys, 2.8 to 3.0 and running is around 4.3 to 4.5. Should I be trying to walk faster?

I try to keep pre packaged snacks on me so if I can't have a full meal, I can at least have a good snack, an apple, string cheese, protein bar, granola, nuts, rasins, 100 calorie snack packs, etc. I know its not a real meal, but other than actually fixing something up or choking down some fast food, its better than starving yourself.

The podcasts are awesome, thanks to losing who found them. They really make me want to run. And I never think about what time it is, or if I'm almost done, or something else I could be doing, I just go. Their awesome!!!

eeewwwwwww, I meant c25K:rolleyes:

I'm gonna get my BUTT moving tonight, I just hope the soreness in my legs goes away after I start warming up...

I've done yoga since being banded and lived through it. Double check with your surgeon just in case.

This is a great way to start! Join in anytime your ready!

take it easy losing, you don't want to really hurt yourself, if you have to take a couple days, take them.

DITTO And Stefanie, 2 hours of weightlifting! Yikes, now I'm afraid I'll have to amp up my workouts just to post in here now!!!

WIKIPEDIA DEFINITION http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/0/00/NordicTrack_eliptical_trainer_and_woman.jpg An elliptical trainer (also cross trainer or simply elliptical) is a stationary exercise machine used to simulate walking or running without causing excessive pressure to the joints, hence decreasing the risk of impact injuries. Elliptical trainers offer a non-impact cardiovascular workout that can vary from light to high intensity based on the resistance preference. Most elliptical trainers work the user's upper and lower body (although some models do not have moving upper body components). Using an elliptical trainer is designed to elevate the heart rate more than building muscles. Check out the link, theres a pic.

Thats an awesome attitude to have. And let me tell you a little secret. Take the spin class, if its too much, slow down, bring down the tension, stay in the saddle, etc. I still can't do everything the instructor calls for and I've been going for over 3 months. I do what I can, and I still get an awesome workout. So, if spin feels overwhelming, don't punish yourself with the treadmill, keep taking spin, and go at your own pace. Also, a lot of the spin classes keep the lights off, and the music is blaring, so you're not even paying attention to other people, or whether your keeping up! Spin is awesome. But Di's right, you are definately going to be sore!!!!

Well, I'll be finding out how many cals burned next time I get to class, I just bought a heart rate monitor. I'll let you know what it says...

Check out the spin class now, see how you like it. Starting an exercise program now may help with recovery and how quickly you can get back into that exercise program. Again, check with your surgeon, see what he/she recommends.

Thanks, my form is pretty good, but I'm slightly top heavy, so I end up leaning some of the time. And I was noticing just from gripping the handlebars in different position my wrist and forearms look much firmer. Thanks for the tips!

Oh yeah, losing, I ended up buying a heart rate monitor today. I saw the one that you told me about, and then they had a nike one for $50 cheaper. I just set it all up with my stats, so I'll let you know what it says next time I do my run. The watch is a little awkward, I haven't worn a watch in over 5 years, my wrists were always too fat. And this watch is on the last loop and feels really tight, but I'm hoping with its technology, I'll be able to wear it loosely really soon. Question, do you wear the band around your chest all the time, or only when you workout?

What a coincidence...mee too!

There's actually a spin thread going on too... http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f81/spinning-class-39918/

You sleep?

thundandlight, hope to see you in here more often. I just have to say this, whos, you know you want to go get one of those cupcakes...mmmm, cupcakes. They are delicious. And they go down so easily. Just one couldn't hurt, maybe you should go get one. I think you know what thats for... Stefanie, how long does it take you to ride 43.96 miles??? Geez. I think you need your own thread. I was proud of my 1.71 miles on the treadmill. I wish there was a way to find out how many miles I go in my spin class. It would probably still be a measly number to your 43.96?!?

MEEGCO, you should definately wait until you get the all clear to do strenous activity for couch to 5k. I can barely do it now and I've only lost 42 lbs. Keep up with the walking, that's awesome. Oh yeah, I only started working out 4 months post surgery. I waited really long and was completely dreading it, but now I look forward to it. For me, it really is ME time, and I have trouble sleeping now if I skip a workout.

Wow, they're that dangerous huh? I'm scared.

Oohh, those sound dangerous. I'm going to have to check those out!

HEY! Stefanie, Actually I know I could definately use some "different" motivation, other than the constant reminder of the milky way incident. Oh yeah, and by the way whos, I'm not in here all day, I do workout!

Yeah, and I've noticed over the past few months, we're getting more and more active. I saw you on the bicycling thread so I know how active you are!!!