exercise

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no special exercise here and i have lost about 80 lbs since surgery

in july 2001. i just do my regular thing, shopping, at work, etc;

i am looking into starting an exercise habit of some kind in order to

build muscle tone. i feel like am getting too mushy.

mary y

> Has anyone lost the weight without a special exercise plan? You

know just

> going to work everyday and doing your shopping and stuff. Not

jumping on a

> treadmill or using machines. Taking the relaxed approach, lol

>

> NYC MT. SINAI

> JUNE 2001

> lap BPD/DS

>

>

>

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In a message dated 11/14/01 3:14:42 PM, duodenalswitch writes:

<<

I hate to exercise--but I am thinking of doing this " Curves " for

women program. They are small little workout areas that are cropping

up. Has anyone been to one? I am going to check one out next week

and see if it is something I can handle. I just want to tone and

firm as I lose.

>>

Hi, Pammi... I just splurged and got myself a belly dancing kit... It has a

video, cd, hip scarf... I figure it's a great cardiovascular workout,

creative (which I prefer when exercising, treadmills are too boring for me

wheras nature hikes are perfect)... THey have free shipping when the code

'REDBOOK is used... I got the info in this month's (I think it may have been

the December issue but it's available now) REBBOOK. They have two different

sets for 39.95/each (free shipping with that code)....

Can't wait to try it out! I really want to work on my abdominal muscles and

hope this will help tone and be fun, too...Wish I could say my dh would be

interested in such a surprise but he seemed pretty non-plussed when I

mentioned it to him. Sigh.

the bellydancing/exotic dancing kits can be found at www.naturaljourneys.com

all the best,

lap ds with gallbladder removal

January 25, 2001

Dr. Gagner/Mt. Sinai/NYC

nine months post-op and still feelin' fabu

preop: 307 lbs/bmi 45

now: 201/size 16/large!

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In a message dated 11/15/01 7:25:48 PM, duodenalswitch writes:

<< You've inspired me! I hate to exercise, but I figure if I can do this in

the

privacy of my own home, to music, why not! Plus, there's the exta benefit of

knocking my DH's eyes out when I perform for him (LOL). Just put my order

in.

>>

Marcia: Well, I'm *hoping* for a similar reaction from my dh. I even got a

really cool couples yoga kit --- I think it can only enhance our pure

physical intimacy and emotional connection. Guess I got a 'cold fish'. LOL

The direct link if anyone is interested is: www.

naturaljourneys.com/redbook.html This will take you directly to a photo and

explanation of each kit. They are a little different - One has finger

cymbals, a video and blue veil wheras the other one has an audo CD, too (I

figured this would best be used for surprise 'performances' LOL)....

My kids actually have two pairs of finger cymbals so I figured I could use

them in a pinch! ROFL I'll let y'all know whether I notice any difference

in the stomach area (be it firmness, shape, tone, whatever).....

all the best,

lap ds with gallbladder removal

January 25, 2001

Dr. Gagner/Mt. Sinai, NYC

nine months post-op and still feelin' fabu

preop: 307 lbs/bmi 45

now: 201 lbs/size 16/large in regular clothing! Yipee!!!

[Guest guest]

,

You've inspired me! I hate to exercise, but I figure if I can do this in the

privacy of my own home, to music, why not! Plus, there's the exta benefit of

knocking my DH's eyes out when I perform for him (LOL). Just put my order

in.

Marcia

Re: Exercise

In a message dated 11/14/01 3:14:42 PM, duodenalswitch

writes:

<<

I hate to exercise--but I am thinking of doing this " Curves " for

women program. They are small little workout areas that are cropping

up. Has anyone been to one? I am going to check one out next week

and see if it is something I can handle. I just want to tone and

firm as I lose.

>>

Hi, Pammi... I just splurged and got myself a belly dancing kit... It has a

video, cd, hip scarf... I figure it's a great cardiovascular workout,

creative (which I prefer when exercising, treadmills are too boring for me

wheras nature hikes are perfect)... THey have free shipping when the code

'REDBOOK is used... I got the info in this month's (I think it may have been

the December issue but it's available now) REBBOOK. They have two different

sets for 39.95/each (free shipping with that code)....

Can't wait to try it out! I really want to work on my abdominal muscles and

hope this will help tone and be fun, too...Wish I could say my dh would be

interested in such a surprise but he seemed pretty non-plussed when I

mentioned it to him. Sigh.

the bellydancing/exotic dancing kits can be found at www.naturaljourneys.com

all the best,

lap ds with gallbladder removal

January 25, 2001

Dr. Gagner/Mt. Sinai/NYC

nine months post-op and still feelin' fabu

preop: 307 lbs/bmi 45

now: 201/size 16/large!

----------------------------------------------------------------------

[Guest guest]

,

My DH is anything but a cold fish. I'd be a billionaire if I could bottle

him! I just figure he deserves something new and different as a reward!

Marcia

Re: exercise

In a message dated 11/15/01 7:25:48 PM, duodenalswitch

writes:

<< You've inspired me! I hate to exercise, but I figure if I can do this in

the

privacy of my own home, to music, why not! Plus, there's the exta benefit of

knocking my DH's eyes out when I perform for him (LOL). Just put my order

in.

>>

Marcia: Well, I'm *hoping* for a similar reaction from my dh. I even got a

really cool couples yoga kit --- I think it can only enhance our pure

physical intimacy and emotional connection. Guess I got a 'cold fish'. LOL

The direct link if anyone is interested is: www.

naturaljourneys.com/redbook.html This will take you directly to a photo and

explanation of each kit. They are a little different - One has finger

cymbals, a video and blue veil wheras the other one has an audo CD, too (I

figured this would best be used for surprise 'performances' LOL)....

My kids actually have two pairs of finger cymbals so I figured I could use

them in a pinch! ROFL I'll let y'all know whether I notice any difference

in the stomach area (be it firmness, shape, tone, whatever).....

all the best,

lap ds with gallbladder removal

January 25, 2001

Dr. Gagner/Mt. Sinai, NYC

nine months post-op and still feelin' fabu

preop: 307 lbs/bmi 45

now: 201 lbs/size 16/large in regular clothing! Yipee!!!

----------------------------------------------------------------------

[Guest guest]

In a message dated 11/16/01 12:40:58 AM, duodenalswitch

writes:

<< My DH is anything but a cold fish. I'd be a billionaire if I could bottle

him! I just figure he deserves something new and different as a reward!

>>

I think any man would enjoy seeing his significant other bellydance.. I'm not

doing it because requires desperate measures (although it appears he

might), but because I think it's exotic, fun and sensual myself. I only wish

my dh had similar lines of thinking... he just might... I haven't tried it

yet! LOL It's more like I'm doing it DESPITE the fact he's a cold fish, not

because of it.

I'm sure your dh will love your new 'alter ego'. :)

all the best,

[Guest guest]

> Hi, Pammi... I just splurged and got myself a belly dancing kit...

It has a

> video, cd, hip scarf...

I can just see Steve and Nick's ears perk up over this one!!! You

may have 2 puppies peeking in your windows!!

(WINKS) Pammi

[Guest guest]

At 2:22 PM +0000 11/16/01, psbilyeu@... wrote:

> > Hi, Pammi... I just splurged and got myself a belly dancing kit...

>It has a

>> video, cd, hip scarf...

>

>I can just see Steve and Nick's ears perk up over this one!!! You

>may have 2 puppies peeking in your windows!!

Shhhh! Don't tip her off or she'll close the blinds. Right, Nick? --Steve

--

[Guest guest]

,

I honestly think when WE feel good about ourselves and start indulging our

own sense of fun and sensuality, whether by learning to belly dance or, as

in my case, wearing a sexy teddy (just because it FEELS GOOD!), that joy

can't help but be communicated to and " warm up " those we're with.

My best to you-you're a true role model!

Marcia

Re: exercise

In a message dated 11/16/01 12:40:58 AM, duodenalswitch

writes:

<< My DH is anything but a cold fish. I'd be a billionaire if I could bottle

him! I just figure he deserves something new and different as a reward!

>>

I think any man would enjoy seeing his significant other bellydance.. I'm

not

doing it because requires desperate measures (although it appears he

might), but because I think it's exotic, fun and sensual myself. I only

wish

my dh had similar lines of thinking... he just might... I haven't tried it

yet! LOL It's more like I'm doing it DESPITE the fact he's a cold fish,

not

because of it.

I'm sure your dh will love your new 'alter ego'. :)

all the best,

----------------------------------------------------------------------

[Guest guest]

In a message dated 11/16/01 12:26:38 PM, duodenalswitch

writes:

<< I honestly think when WE feel good about ourselves and start indulging our

own sense of fun and sensuality, whether by learning to belly dance or, as

in my case, wearing a sexy teddy (just because it FEELS GOOD!), that joy

can't help but be communicated to and " warm up " those we're with.

My best to you-you're a true role model!

>>

This is true - it all starts with us... I think part of me was lost when I

had children, gained more weight, etc. I was always a sensual person but I'm

married to someone who TOTALLY relied on me for that --- In other words, It

was always my initiative, my eroticism, etc. that got things going. When I

tuckered out, the entire sex thing just went out the window.

ACtually, I don't mind being the 'leader' but I also want to follow... This

is something I think my husband is going to have to learn to do... It's only

fair!

all the best,

lap ds with gallbladder removal

January 25, 2001

Dr. Gagner/Mt. Sinai/NYC

nine months post-op and still feelin' fabu

preop: 307 lbs/bmi 45

now: 201 lbs/size 16/large in normal clothing! Yahoo!

[Guest guest]

I was on a walking schedule the day I came home from the hospital. I was to

walk like 10 minute twice a day for a week then 15 minutes twice a week and so

on. I would build myself up to 20 minutes twice a day probably by the 4th

week. I was allowed to go to the gym, treadmill and workout equipment by week

6. Did find I probably should have waited a little longer on the equipment

though, but my physical trainer just gave me light duty stuff til I could work

my

way up. Just take your time and don't push yourself.

Laurette

4/23/04 open rny

309/290/240/150

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Shauna, I may have replied already; can't remember for sure. Just in case (gotta live up to my name, right?), you might think about water exercise--swimming, water aerobics & just plain water walking. For a few years that was the only way I could get any exercise at all. I couldn't walk far without having to stop & sit, or even lie down; couldn't ride a bike because of my balance problems. So I did the water exercise as much as possible. But I really missed being outside, especially in the fall. Then I found out about recumbent trikes! Took me a year to save enough money to buy one. I've had it 4 years now & just love it. Nothing hurts when I ride it, it's almost impossible to flip, it's great fun & attracts a lot of conversation. So I ride my trike, do arm & leg exercises in my hot tub & get to a pool when possible. It's a compromise, a big compromise, from the days of running, playing volleyball, jazzercise, being extremely active, but chronic disease is all about compromise. The thing is, you don't want to cause damage that may further hinder your ability to exercise. Do you have access to a sports medicine clinic that could evaluate you & make some recommendations? Good luck, and I'm so glad that your eyes are okay & things are going so well!

Ramblin' RoseModerator A merry heart is good medicine. Proverbs 17:22

To: Neurosarcoidosis From: mebramer@...Date: Fri, 8 Oct 2010 12:03:02 -0600Subject: Re: Digest Number 5335 Re : Roll Call

I am so behind, but good to hear from you and so glad you are doing better, you are taking your calcium right? MSM might help with your joint pain, I just buy it at any store. Walking is good, even if it hurts, I can't walk very fast or far, but I really have been pushing myself on the treadmill, Usually I can only go about 15 mins. but been pushing for 30 mins, I don't get higher then level 2, and when the legs give I go down to level 1 and keep going to 30 mins., I try to do this 3 times a week, as pushing to 30, causes more pain in my legs, but my Neuro said if you don't use it you will lose it, also I would love to lose weight, been struggling with that ever since coming off the Pred. about 6 years ago. sorry to go on, happy to hear from you, keep up the good work. MarlaJust one day at a time, That's all God ask of us. for there never really is a tomorrow, as that too is just today:)

Hi everyone,

Not on here that much these days. I do try to go back and read the emails from everyone. But I am happy to say I am feeling pretty good these day. I am currently suffering from some symptoms perhaps caused by long term use of the prednisone. Since I have been feeling a little better, I've been trying to workout more at least 4 to 5 times a week. I have noticed that my bones aren't as strong as they should be.

At the moment, I am experiencing some pain from walking daily in my hips, knees and in my foot since uping the exercise. Some days I try to just ride the bike or skip the walking and just do my silver sneakers classes if the pain is more that day.

I love to walk now because it helps with the stiffness and overall health. I'm going to keep going while I am able and just rest when it becomes a little overwhelming.

I went to my eye doctor last week and he said my iritis and uevitis is gone for now and I don't have to come back for a year unless I notice some changes.

I am very thankful to God that I am doing as well as I am at the moment and I wish you all have at least a few days that are pain-free.

Shauna in atlanta.

Anyway,

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