Re: Very out of shape! Alternating Jogging/Walking
But unfortunately six minutes isnt enough to do much good for your body. You're far better off walking briskly for 20-30 minutes and then building up. Start with different intervals if you have to (4 minutes walking, 1 minute jogging) and increase intensity every few sessions from there. It won't take too long to get into shape. The body adapts surprisingly quickly.
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Re: Very out of shape! Alternating Jogging/Walking
Another possibility is that you join the YMCA or other Wellness center that has a pool. It would allow you to not have to support all of your weight while you exercise.
Re: Very out of shape! Alternating Jogging/Walking
I have to do the walk/jog thing because it's my knee (2 knee surgeries) that gives out before I do, but I remember when I was just getting back into working out I would give out before the knee does.
However, I walk/jog for a total of 30 minutes. I start off by walking a lap on the treadmill, then jog a whole lap, then walk, jog, etc, etc, etc. i try and walk a speed of 3.8 - 4.0, then jog at a speed of 4.2 - 4.4. This works for me....I'm trying to get to 45 min, but the knee just can't take it yet.
Re: Very out of shape! Alternating Jogging/Walking
Carfan,
Keep it up and keep good records. Do the three cycles 3 or 4 times a week this month and then add a FOURTH cycle next month...and a FIFTH the month after. Then maybe 2 minutes run and one minute walk.
Little by little you'll get to a GOOD place!
The body adapts VERY well to exercise.
Re: Very out of shape! Alternating Jogging/Walking
You may want to check out some running sites on the web for suggestions. I started with a run / walk program and you'll be happy to know that your endurance can increase with time. good luck.
Re: Very out of shape! Alternating Jogging/Walking
CARFAN -
I am like you. I can get up to 2 minutes jogging (slow) but my heart rate gets up too high. I am learning to watch my heart rate in my training. My body may feel like going longer or faster, but if my heart rate is too high (160 bpm), I know its time to slow down a little . I try to keep my heart rate in the 140-150 zone for my age. I have been walking as fast as I can instead of jogging. I think its better for my knees. I got up to 4.2 mph today for a few minutes before I slowed down. I am trying to lose weight and build up my lung strength. I have asthma and chonic inflammation, so I would be ecstatic if I could jog! But I know it takes time....
Re: Very out of shape! Alternating Jogging/Walking
Try just walking. Walking is really, really good. I was woefully out of shape, started walking and got up to about half an hour and then I began working out with bodyweight cals using Combat Conditioning and light weights.
