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I've never done this before, but here it is. I think it would be great for me, as well as others to start a fitness challenge.(?) Is anyone up for that? The new year is coming up and I know that one of my goals for the new year is to really get my physical health in order. I DO believe that Depression can be eleviated through exercise. I'm just suggesting it because I' not an expert in fitness so if there is anyone out there that can suggest a routine or just how to get started, that would be WONDERFUL!!! This could be a FUN thing to do.. How about it????

What I have done is made a chart for exercising. I walk/run by myself because I enjoy the time alone and a time to self-talk and just reflect on all that is on my side. The chart is good for several weeks and I just write in how much time I spent exercising and seeing that I have done it, inspires me.

I am definitely in. I need to start exercising really badly!

Oh that's GREAT! I was hoping someone would reply to this fairly quick I just started Pilates at home (a video I purchased a couple of YEARS ago ) I've done it three days in a row and am so proud of myself!!! I'm NOT consistant when it comes to aerobics, etc. So I thought if I had someone or a few people doing this, it would challange me to sticking with it! Just like this program in whole So I don't have a CLUE on how to start, but Breaking clouds suggestion is a good start. I do my routine at 12:30 pm while the babies are napping, it seems to work for me. I am considering joining a gym for strength training, but this all depends on how their contract works..I dont want to be stuck in the event that I need to move, etc. (my life seems to work that way:) Anyway, I'm excited! and thanks! Anyone else?????
Robin

Breaking the clouds, first of all Thankyou for your response, I have NOT a clue on how to start this off, so your imput was greatly taken How often do you walk or run? I'm assuming everyday? and for how long? Miles, etc.??? I would like to get out a bit more and admire the creation or just for the fresh air.(that doesen't happen much anymore:)
Robin

My mil just bought me a membership to the gym. I went today and had an app. with a trainer. My problem is I am scared to exercise. I have health anxiety and my biggest fear is a heart attack. So, going to the gym for me is an anxiety producer. I made it threw my session, and did o.k. (boy she worked my butt off) I didn't have much anxiety then but i sure do know. I know the only way to get over this heart thing is to keep going. So, count me in I need a push as well.

I just started walking a week ago so count me in! I walk a mile (or have been thus far) 5 days a week...I take Wed and Fri off because of other things I do on those nights. I do that walk video thing but I do it from on Demand on TV so I only get about a week of one and then I have to find another. Seems to help me out a lot because I don't get bored.

This is a great idea mom!!! Count me in !!! Running for me is a great release for depression but I would definitly love to have some people in my corner to help me thru this! TC Karen

This sounds like so much fun!!I am excited count me in!!

Okay Now that we've got this going, where do we start? I think it would be good to share with eachother our progresses and/or what works for each individual. perhaps checking in each day (time allowed) and sharing our progress for the day! This gives each of us a chance to see what others are doing and giving eachother that well deserved high five for our accomplishments. I personally need that kind of motivation right now and what better place??? We should all go at our own pace, where everyone is welcome. This isn't a competition, but a challenge for motivation and feeling good about ourselves. Best wishes and God bless ALL of you!