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Originally Posted by valkyrie
I disagree with this. Walking isn't a workout and if you really want to be in shape, you need to do actual weight training, not just situps and pushups during commercial breaks. That might be a good start and it's better than nothing, but it's not enough.
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Well if the point of going to the gym is to hop on a treadmill or elliptical (and sadly, so many people do), then it is pointless. Get a watch with a stopclock and a pedometer and don't waste the money.
The weight training is different...that is something that cannot be done at home. The percocet has worn off a bit so I can articulate better. Anyway, my point before was, to get a good start at least, just try going for a brisk 20-30 minute walk everyday. Gradually start running, 1 minute at a time, walk for 5 minutes, run for 1 minute, etc etc. until you've done 30 minutes. Start increasing.
Cardio can be done without a gym...hell I hated running on a treadmill with a passion. I was much happier outside.
Eventually a gym will be necessary, but again, the cardio is a start.