Bird Fancier's Journal, 01 October 2020

Good luck! 

I found some senior yoga videos on the internet. They are for sitting in a chair as well as others.  

Just start walking. Around the block, then 1/4 mile, then 1/2 mile... every week work you way up a step until you are at 3 miles. If you watch your calorie intake at the same time, pounds will start coming off. Then you can start some light weight training with some good guidance. 

I started with just standing from a firm chair 10 times. to strengthen upper thigh. then put pillow between knees and do that ten times. couldn't do it the 1st time but got easier as did it daily. then wall push ups. check you-tube. need to strengthen arms. for balance exercises did lunge one at a time each side. still working on balance. eventually could trip without falling down.  

Thanks for the input! Sometimes it seems so intimidating to start exercising knowing that I can't do what I used to. This old gal used to run 6 miles no problem, swim out to the buoys no problem, cycle 40 miles no problem, clear an acre of weeds no problem, stack wood, dig and move rocks no problem. I used to be able to help others get work done on their places no problem. Then surgery, then illness, the sitting for a living. I know there is no going back, but I am trying to achieve balance to prevent falling, strength because I want it, and of course wieght loss for the obvious reasons. I would like to get back to feeling like I can physically help others without it exhausting me. 

👋Bird, please send PM if ur interested in Zumba Gold Chair on Zoom n I'll respond with details. There's a class today at 2-3p Hawaiian time. 

Bird, start slow and add a bit everyday. There are some fun walking videos on youtube that you can do @ home. Leslie Simone has some starting @ only 10 minutes. i love youtube for exercise videos. Also some easy yoga or Pilates might work for you to start, many of those help strengthen your core muscles.  

I am also disabled. I agree with wholefoodnut, YouTube has some exercises for chair bound, seniors, etc. good place too start. 

The great walking videos, DVD/video and online, are by Leslie SANSONE🤙 

Zumba Gold Chair is specifically designed for people with limited mobility, people with balance issues, and anyone who wants a great seated workout. Get a serious core, arm, and brain workout – all without any standing movements. The instructor is energetic and pleasant so be prepared to sweat, laugh, and finish with a smile on your face.  

Chair yoga and chair zumba are great! Even a small amount of movement is helpful! 

Thanks all! I will see if our timezones will work.