[Sportsandrec] exercise ideas?

[Bonnie Lucas]

Have you considered an elliptical? 
We found one that was easy to label so I can make adjustments, for $150, on
Craig's list. It might do all right as you recoop. 

Bonnie Lucas
-----Original Message-----
From: Julie J. [mailto:julielj at neb.rr.com] 
Sent: Friday, December 30, 2011 5:02 AM
To: Sports and Recreation for the Blind Discussion List
Subject: [Sportsandrec] exercise ideas?

Hello all!

I used to walk as my main means of exercise.  I live in a small town and 
walking served the purpose of getting places, exercise, relaxation and 
something I enjoyed.  However in July I broke my foot.  I wasn't able to 
walk at all for several months.  Now I am walking again, but long 
distances, uneven ground and fast speeds are out.  I miss my long 
walks.  I'm looking for something to do for exercise and enjoyment for 
at least the next few months to perhaps a year while I completely 
recuperate from my injury.  So here's what I need:
*something I can do independently, I do not have a workout partner.
*something that doesn't require a lot of expensive equipment, less than 
$150 would be great
*no gyms or swimming pools
*something that will get my heart rate up, but that doesn't involve 
impact on my foot like running, jumping etc.
* I'm 38, in good health except for the foot injury and I'd consider 
myself in the advanced beginner stage of fitness

  I do have a treadmill, a mini trampoline, exercise ball and hand and 
ankle weights.  I can only use the treadmill for short distances and not 
really fast enough to do much to increase my heart rate.  I haven't 
tried the trampoline yet.  I've thought of purchasing an exercise bike, 
but I'm not sure how much pressure that would put on my foot or how 
bored I'd get with it.

I guess I'm looking for something fun that doubles as exercise! *smile*

All ideas are most welcome!
TIA
Julie