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jkstewart18 · 03-18-2011, 01:17 PM

Just wanted to hi to all and thanks for having such a great site. I am a 46 year old that is looking forward to getting back into shape and eating better. Is there any special workout routines that this site recomends for beginners?

mecompco · 03-18-2011, 03:54 PM

Welcome to FitDay and the forums!

FitDay doesn't really "recommend" any particular exercise routine as everyone is at different stages and have varying circumstances.

I basically walk, though I do use WiiFit sometimes and plan to start a more intensive program (P90X) this summer. In the past I've had good results with videos like Richard Simmons (don't laugh ;-) and Leslie Sansone--both good for beginners.

Post under the Exercise subforum and you may get more replies.

Regards,
Michael

wildbeanerz · 03-18-2011, 04:13 PM

Welcome to the board!

Michael...I'd love to find an old Sweatin to the Oldies to get me started onto that type of exercise!

jkstewart18 · 03-18-2011, 05:37 PM

Thanks for the information. I have recently purchased P90X and Insanity. Both look to be very good. I am going to do P90X first and then Insanity to help burn that last bit of fat hopefully.

mecompco · 03-18-2011, 05:43 PM

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Originally Posted by wildbeanerz

Michael...I'd love to find an old Sweatin to the Oldies to get me started onto that type of exercise!

Ha ha--mine are old VHS tapes. I should see if I can't transfer them to DVD. I have a few Leslie Sansone walking vids I should do as well. Richard and Leslie may not be hard core, but you can certainly work up a sweat with their vids. One reason I like them is the wide range of people they have--lots of plus sizes--not just the ripped bods you see in many exercise videos.

Regards,
Michael