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Get a fitness question answered
We all have at least one question about how we can live a more active lifestyle. And that question is oftentimes the first step in reaching our goals. This week, take the first step towards your goals. Make it a point to have at least one of your fitness questions answered. Take time to share what you learn with everyone here.

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i live right next to the beach and i found that walking in sand will get your heart rate up almost twice as quickly as walking alone. and it is also good for our dogs. so doggies and i shall spend much more time on the beach!!
ok so i have been doing pilates and running but i don’t really see anything happening . how long should i workout til i notice some changes?
no mater how hard I work(cardo and stright training) out this day it seem like I can’t lose weight. I’ve change up my eating habits and now I’m tring to eat even more healthier then before. but nothing is happening. does anyone know what is going on?
What is the best way to start a regular fitness program? I exercise from time to time, but nothing very consistently. Also, what are some good starting fitness goals to set?
I use to use my treadmill everyday, but I got bored with it, I use to walk in different parks all the time, but I got bored with that, and now I’m walking malls for hours, but I’m getting bored that too. How can I spice things up so I don’t get sick of doing the same thing day after day?
for me since i graduate h.s. it was running and till this day i keep doin it, now is even better cause i go jogging with my dogs. most of my friends are schocked cause i still look the same way i was in high school almost 14yrs ago
Ever since high school I have been looking for an activity to fill the void of team sports. I have always viewed exercise as a side benefit of playing a game with my team but now that I am trying to maintain my health and keep in shape I have taken up running. I have recently moved to a new area and to get my barrings I have started running every night in a different part of town and it’s never boring, and when I get lost and have to run farther I don’t feel bad about it afterwards!
Hey Jeremy,
I am now into this new sport called “Trikking” and oh what a rush I get! It has steered me in the direction of eating more healthy, especially Kashi bars. I ride about 30 miles a day and keep 4 boxes of Kashi bars in my pack for energy along with my Gatorade. I have been on tv a few times in the local news as the guy who rides his Trikke more, rather than the bus. I’m all over NJ, and if you blink, you may miss me! Search for TrikkeDaddy on Youtube and you will see me! Take care and keep up the motivation.
I found that there are many ways in which we can all lead both healthy lives and healthy hearts. A few ways in which we can help our hearts are:
Take the stairs instead of an elevator or escalator at school or the mall. Just start with one flight. Soon, you’ll be ready for two.
Park your car at the far end of the parking lot. The short walk to and from the store or school helps your heart.
If you ride a bus or subway, get off a stop before your destination. Walk the rest of the way.
If you can, spend a few minutes of your lunch break taking a stroll around the campus grounds.
It should help you stay awake after lunch.
Think of housework as an extra chance to exercise. Vacuuming briskly can be a real workout.
Mowing the lawn, pulling weeds, and raking leaves are chores that can be done yourself as a chance to exercise.
If you have a dog, think of the dog as an exercise machine with fur. A brisk walk with the dog is good for both of your hearts. Make it a part of your daily routine.
If you have a family, schedule an after-dinner walk. Make it quality time.