What is y,our routine, Salgal? I might jut take you up on your offer.

Currently I am doing physical therapy for pain related, to a hip replacement 2 years ago., Walking, weight training etc

Sid

Hi Sidnee,
I have been pretty faithful for the last few months at logging my meals, trying to stay within my calorie allotment.
I also wear my fitbit every day and try to get more than 7500 steps.
Now that spring is here, I should be able to walk at lunchtime and also partake of a fitness bootcamp twice a week at my church.
I try to ride my stationary bike when I can at night. (not very consistent with that)
I also work with a personal trainer every Saturday. That, along with my food diary keeps me pretty on track.

I have lost 14 pounds since January.
I think I will be happy with 10 more pounds as long as I keep getting stronger.

I have a bulging disc in my back which has been my main source of inspiration to get fit and lose weight.

thanks for asking!

I don't know what a fitness pal is, but over on the Home and Decorating page - Conversation Side, there is a thread about supporting each other for a 6-week fitness program (your choice). It's just a support group helping and applauding as we progress along.

I have linked the site, Just scroll down to "6 weeks to fitness - week 2" and the same title but with Week 1 will be just below it.

If you post your request there as well you may find some takers.

Here is a link that might be useful: 6 weeks to fitness

Hi salgal,

I don't have much that I need to do regularly (except pee ... and, more frequently, the need for the other job goes along with it ... and I don't have much need for a fitness pal to keep me in line with that issue).

Should do more walking.

Spend more time doing more productive things than playing games on computer at home. Like cleaning/decluttering house; getting garden prepared.

Since you've not offered option of private email ... could you elaborate some on the fitness boot camp at church? What's involved, what leadership, etc., please?

ole joyful

OJ, we meet twice a week outside in a large grassy area of the church.
We have 2 leaders that alternate leading.
We do all sort of things...jumping jacks, high knees, push-ups, even a game that is sort of a cross between tag and ring-around-the-rosie.
All activities are demonstrated with a low and high impact as well as low and high intensity.
We only go for 1 hour. It is fun and gets a bunch of us out of the house and moving for a while.

Oh, and My Fitness Pal is an online tool that allows you to track your food and exercise. I have been using it quite faithfully. The program allows you to interact with others. "friends"

I've gained 30 pounds over the last 2 years. Just by giving up drinking Coca Cola I have lost 3 pounds. I've made no other lifestyle changes. I will be starting a Yoga class in a couple of weeks. I don't think I need any online buddy support at this point.