[nabs-l] ways to lose weight

[Kayla James]

Thanks, guys. I suppose I have quite a few confidence issues I need to
figure out.

On 7/7/16, Joe Orozco via NABS-L <nabs-l at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> Suzanne brings up a great point. There are, as far as I know, four
> types of exercise: endurance, strength, balance, and flexibility.
> Certain exercises have the benefit of cross-applying to different
> types of training. Weight lifting would naturally best serve strength,
> but if what you're looking for is a means to drop weight to fit into
> certain clothes, endurance could be your focus for its ability to
> improve your circulatory system and generally improve your fitness.
>
> There are multiple activities you could tackle for endurance. Someone
> mentioned the treadmill. I enjoy using that but prefer the elliptical
> myself. Regardless, the idea here is not just to get on the machine
> and walk for fifteen minutes or so. Move at a fast clip to actually
> give your body a good workout. Otherwise you're better off strolling
> around the neighborhood and enjoy a better scenery. What I sometimes
> do is hop on, get into a fast jog for a couple minutes, then spend the
> next few minutes going full out sprint. Get your heart rate and lungs
> working overtime. Dial it back to catch your breath and then crank it
> up again for a good cardio routine. Of course, remember to keep it
> within your ability. Don't overdo any of it, and drink plenty of
> water.
>
> There are other activities you can do for endurance. Mowing the lawn,
> raking and digging can knock out chores around the house and provide a
> great workout. You can also dance, swim, and climb stairs or hills. If
> you can find someone to go tandem biking with, that can be a perfect
> endurance exercise.
>
> If you do lift weights, remember to give your muscles a chance to
> recuperate. Focus on specific muscles on different days of the week.
> The only part of the body I'm aware of that you can exercise every day
> without strain is the abdomen. Yeah, it's going to feel awful the
> first few days, but once your abdominal muscles become acclimated, you
> will not feel anywhere near as sore.
>
> My own workout routine rarely goes beyond half an hour and usually
> hovers around twenty minutes. I do a mix of sit-ups, pushups, burpees,
> lunges, squats, and planks. I'll usually wrap it up with a go at the
> elliptical machine.
>
> Whatever you do, find the routine that best fits your ability and your
> schedule. Three times a week is usually sufficient. I am not at all a
> fitness expert. I read enough articles and talked to enough
> enthusiasts to figure out how to do things right but then developed
> the regiment that best serves my lifestyle. And, while exercise can go
> a long way in helping you feel better about your image, don't forget
> to make health and fitness the primary purpose for working out. Do it
> for your own peace of mind and not for the purpose of looking a
> certain way because that could become a steep hill. If we think about
> it that way, there's usually something else and something else beyond
> that we feel we need to do to fit someone else's image of what we
> ought to look like.
>
> Good luck!
>
> Joe
>
>
> On 7/7/16, Suzanne Germano via NABS-L <nabs-l at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> I only gave those up for part of the 12 - 16 weeks that i dieted for
>> competition. When trying to get into contest shape you need to eat only
>> unprocessed food and those that do not raise blood sugar. I did every a
>> free day every two weeks so i did have dairy then.
>>
>> On Thursday, July 7, 2016, Kayla James via NABS-L <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
>> wrote:
>>
>>> Don't you have to give up certain foods to do bodybuilding? Like,
>>> important ones like fruit and dairy.
>>>
>>> On 7/7/16, Roanna Bacchus via NABS-L <nabs-l at nfbnet.org <javascript:;>>
>>> wrote:
>>> > I like to walk on treadmill.
>>> >
>>> > Sent from my iPad
>>> >
>>> >> On Jul 7, 2016, at 8:36 AM, Suzanne Germano via NABS-L <
>>> nabs-l at nfbnet.org <javascript:;>>
>>> >> wrote:
>>> >>
>>> >> I am not totally blind but when I wanted to lose weight I changed my
>>> diet
>>> >> and then started lifting weights. I actually ended up being a top
>>> >> national
>>> >> level competitive bodybuilder. Most gyms have personal trainers that
>>> >> can
>>> >> teach you and help with the layout of the gym. Also you could get a
>>> >> workout
>>> >> partner. Most people who lift like to workout with a partner.
>>> >>
>>> >> Suzanne
>>> >>
>>> >> On Wed, Jul 6, 2016 at 11:36 PM, Kaley Jemison via NABS-L
>>> >> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org <javascript:;>
>>> >>> wrote:
>>> >>
>>> >>> Hi Kayla, the majority of weight loss comes from changing your diet.
>>> Try
>>> >>> giving up sodas and juices and only drink water. Eat healthier,
>>> >>> smaller
>>> >>> meals, and foods high in fiber.
>>> >>>
>>> >>> Sent from my iPhone
>>> >>>
>>> >>>>> On Jul 6, 2016, at 10:48 PM, Kayla James via NABS-L
>>> >>>>> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org <javascript:;>>
>>> >>>> wrote:
>>> >>>>
>>> >>>> What are some ways that blind people can do to lose weight? The
>>> >>>> exercise videos I'm finding are so visual on Youtube. Can anyone
>>> >>>> help?
>>> >>>>
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