The Silver Fern

Hey Red Beard - haven't been on off topic for A  G  E  S.......  but mightily impressed by the effort you are making - keep it up you should be really proud of yourself.  Also belated congratulations on the birth of your daughter!!

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'core stability' is an area to start gently on - that's gut and lower back exercises to you and me..  Important, as it is believed to provide the base from which all body muscular action is powered, and it will protect against back injuries. [/quote]<br />
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Wholeheartedly agree with this - for those just starting on low to moderate exericise one of the ways to strengthen this is when walking to suck in both the gut and pull the butt muscles up while walking.  This forces you to walk using the lower part of your body or "core" instead of just flopping your legs in front of you.  Sounds easier to do that it is (the sucking part not the walking...) .  But you will notice a difference after a week or two.  Walking is one of the best exercises you can get if you are just starting out - walk slowing to one lampost and then walk so fast you can't talk to the next, then slow, then fast... before long you can walk fast for two lamposts and then slow for one...  Best followed by those very unfit and slightly older ferners who while full of anticipation and excitement want to remain breathing until at least the S14 is over. :happy:

Tips - <br />
Prime wife/girlfriend NOT to cook favourite dinners<br />
Cut out beer - well okay cut DOWN on beer<br />
Regular exercise - start slowly - or it won't be a call to arms post but a list of obituaries<br />
Remember that when you exercise your weight may increase as muscle mass is heavier - a better test sometimes is how the pants fit and how the shirt does up and if you can start to see your old fella!<br />
Remember to STRETCH, STRETCH and STRETCH before and after exericse<br />
Have a good breakfast - porridge, fruit and wholemeal toast<br />
Cut out sugar in tea and coffee - come to think of it cut out tea and coffee and drink plenty of water<br />
Good Luck!