[Sportsandrec] Introduction, and Call for Advice

[Carly]

Hi, Tina,

I remember you if you are, in fact the same Tina Hanson, from the CCB.

My blind boyfriend and I spin aka indoor cycling. Since you said you 
are already a member of a health club they're bound to have spin 
classes. The instructor plays music that happens to match the workout 
which they pre-plan. It is done in a class setting which, after 
you've experienced such a setting you won't imagine doing spin by 
yourself. There is really something about the energy of many athletes 
panting, sweating in unison, togather, that helps texercise be much easier.

And with spin you only need orienting to the bikes. It's helpful to 
hook up with someone when you're first beginning.
Let us know how it unfolds and if you persue this!
for today,
Car  14/2011, you wrote:
>My name is Tina Hansen, and I've signed onto this list because I 
>want to engage in a physocally active lifestyle, but am needing some 
>suggestions on how to do it.
>
>I am a member of a local fitness center, and since I want to start 
>slow, I usually go out there a couple days a week to ride the 
>stationary bikes. I recognize, though, that I also want to start 
>strength training.
>
>Since I live in an apartment, it's not practical to buy any high 
>tech exercise equipment due to lack of space.
>
>My budget is such that I can't afford a personal trainer at the 
>moment, but I haven't ruled that out.
>
>I do have a stability ball and a medicine ball that I am thinking 
>about using, but may need suggestions on how to use them effectively 
>and safely. These can be stored when I don't need them.
>
>I am also looking into Pilates, but would need someone to show me 
>the moves physically, or if I can't do that, a good recording with 
>descriptions and explanations. I know that many audio resources come 
>with booklets which only add to the problem, since I'd need a 
>reader. Most videos are probably not all that great.
>
>If anyone has found a way to work with their local fitness center to 
>get one on one instructions, I'd like to hear about it.
>
>One idea I may look into is having someone from my local fitness 
>center address my NFB chapter and/or affiliate, and maybe we might 
>sponsor something for the community.
>
>Finally, one thing I have noticed when I work out is that music 
>keeps the momentum going. I've tried audio books while working out, 
>but that didn't do as well for me; it just slowed me down.
>
>Does anyone have any thoughts on what makes a good workout playlist 
>and how to create one? If you do pilates, what kind of music works best?
>
>Any suggestions on these topics would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
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