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Helen Gibson — Wed, 23 May 2007 18:20:54 GMT

How does one with crappy knees and bad back get a cardiovascular workout without killing themselves the first time they try it? I can't sit on a bicycle seat (fractured tail bone) for any length of time and cycling isn't very good for crappy knees and a wonky back? Would appreciate any suggestions. I've lost 60 lbs to date and now I am having a problem to start losing again. Haven't lost any weight in the last 3 weeks. Very frustrating.

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Michelle, Florida — Wed, 23 May 2007 19:16:41 GMT

Swimming is a very effective, low-impact workout. Using a kickboard helps as well. Good luck.

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Paige, Kansas — Wed, 23 May 2007 20:53:57 GMT

Walk

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John — Wed, 23 May 2007 21:02:18 GMT

Water Aerobics

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Jennifer — Wed, 23 May 2007 21:15:21 GMT

Elliptical machines are great for low impact cardio. I have had knee surgery twice & I have no trouble with the elliptical.

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LA — Wed, 23 May 2007 22:06:36 GMT

Helen, head to the nearest pool. Deep water workouts are great for injuries. By wearing a deep water workout belt you stay upright in the water and can do major cardio work without any stress on your knees/back. Hope this helps!

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R Shaver central america — Wed, 23 May 2007 22:41:50 GMT

Helen I found a machine that does not have a bit of stress for the knees and has a seat like a chair to use it is a recumbent stepper . The brand I use is NU Step check it out on the web.

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Harry — Thu, 24 May 2007 00:07:32 GMT

Wasted content.

Why would Gina Lombardi want to write about how to swing your a** to and fro, pure trash.

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LTC — Thu, 24 May 2007 02:25:35 GMT

All trainers are absolutely right, kettle bell exercises, lunges, cycling (not bad on the knees, I have knee issues too). These are all the exercises i do with my trainer who is a former competitive body builder in NYC, who has whipped me into shape with these exercises, 3 times per week, for a month! I lost quite a few inches in the sit-down area, and lost the "square pants", for a more rounded and toned look that I am very proud of! Also, very important: 90% of reaching the goal, is what you eat! Lay off the unnecessary treats and fried foods, exessive pasta, bread and rice and.....LIQUOR!!!!! And when you've reached your goal, yes, you can swing your a** on the dance floor too!

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Shelley — Thu, 24 May 2007 03:45:38 GMT

See a trainer or better, a physical therapist BEFORE starting a dedicated course of exercise. How I wish I had 2 yrs ago. Now with full-fledged OA in the knees (I just turned 50), am faced with double kneecap replacement surgery(!), the result of exercise-induced injury due to poor body mechanics (who knew?), I wish I could turn back time. Yes, I lost weight and toned up considerably with water aerobics and walking -- with my physician cheering me on - and I felt GREAT unitl it all went to heck, which happened VERY quickly, with little warning. Even those supposedly benign types of exercise can hurt you if you do them too often or with less than perfect form, as I have learned the hard way. Have your gait evaluated, your posture scrutinized, before doing anything else. You can strengthen what needs it, you can learn how and where your body is unconsciously compensating (cheating) and develop the right techniques to lose the weight, tone the whole body and not hurt yourself in the process. I have a fantastic water aerobics instructor and yet she's one person watching over an entire class, she could only observe and correct so much. Nor do I believe walking is for everyone, if you have unknown/unseen body mechanics issues, you can wreck some important moving parts. Too late for me, but maybe this 'ounce of prevention' will help someone else.

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LMP — Wed, 30 May 2007 14:31:42 GMT

I have knee and back issues but have no problem with the elliptical machines. Have lost 25 pounds mostly without dieting.

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Rose — Wed, 30 May 2007 14:40:45 GMT

Perhaps a modifed yoga routine that focuses on strengthing the muscles that support your damaged joints? A program of Tai Chi and a modified yoga routine helped reclaim a bad knee and a weak and damaged ankles.

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Rose — Wed, 30 May 2007 14:41:43 GMT

Perhaps a modifed yoga routine that focuses on strengthening the muscles that support your damaged joints? A program of Tai Chi and a modified yoga routine helped reclaim a bad knee and a weak and damaged ankles.

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Sterling — Wed, 30 May 2007 14:50:24 GMT

To Harry about Gina Lombardi, You have misunderstood the instructions. It's not swinging your end to and fro, which in and of itsself, is not a vile action. That really depends on intent That would be stippercise. Which is a available to both men and women. It is swinging a ball or weight back and forth. Like when playing with a child and you swing them up and down

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Angela, Cincinnati, OH — Thu, 31 May 2007 15:08:38 GMT

This sounds like some really great butt-tightening tips but can someone tell me, what the heck is a kettle bell?

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Zach, Cincinnati, OH — Fri, 08 Jun 2007 06:39:52 GMT

Kettlebells are basically cast iron balls with a handle attached. The Russian military used to use them as the basis for all their training. Its a very versatile tool to use, as long as your form is good. There are lots of good videos on how to use them, and there are even one or two registered kettlebell trainers near Cincy (I live there too). There's lots of good resources on the web, just type "Kettlebell" into any search engine and you'll find it.

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brenda,jackson,tn. — Sun, 10 Jun 2007 14:20:26 GMT

what exercises do you do to get belly flat,top and bottom ,lose inches in hips.

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Michael — Wed, 27 Jun 2007 18:27:30 GMT

The true key to losing inches anywhere on your body is the right combination of resistance exercise, nutrition and cardio. Exercises can tone the muscles and give shape, but the layer of fat covering those muscles must be reduced in order to see them.

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Lyn — Fri, 06 Jul 2007 21:19:21 GMT

I am having such a hard time getting started with exercise. One who used to be really buff from going to gym 3X weekly and having a trainer. I have a home based job now and it really takes a toll. Need motivation. I love weights and how quickly I get the results. Lunges are soooo hard but it does a great job. I just need that kidk!! Glad I saw this site - it is exactly what I needed.

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Sarah Grand Rapids, MI — Mon, 30 Jul 2007 16:23:36 GMT

I work in an office 8 hours a day (sitting nearly the entire time) I'm worried I will gain some weight because of this, any suggestions?

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harvardbond — Tue, 07 Aug 2007 06:02:15 GMT

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Eve, Des Moines, Iowa — Wed, 08 Aug 2007 20:22:01 GMT

Now that I've lost the 20lbs I wanted to, how do I firm up my abdominal skin. Will crunches help? They don't seem to be doing anything. It's not bad enough for surgery, but still unbecoming. Anyone with the same problem? Thanks, Eve

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Zach, Cleveland, Ohio — Mon, 27 Aug 2007 21:55:28 GMT

I have a similar problem, Eve, I lost alot of weight and need to tighten up my abdominal skin. I tired lots of things but I still don't see a big difference.

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Andre, Sutton, QC Canada — Thu, 13 Sep 2007 01:00:09 GMT

I am 72 and do 15 minutes of exercises in the spa almost every day, is it any good

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Your Wish — Fri, 14 Sep 2007 03:15:08 GMT

Its funny how butts are in fashion now. Some people were rediculed for having oversized butts 10 years ago, now its the "in thing". You people are hilarious. Jennifer Lopez's butt has been the most popular thing ever, but many black actresses have sported one since the beginning of time and nobody said a word about it. Its really ironic. Even Oprah has a nice one.