[Sportsandrec] exercise ideas?

Sun Jan 1 22:59:06 UTC 2012

Hi,

I was one of the beta testers and loved the device.
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From: "Jessica Kostiw" <jessicac.kostiw at gmail.com>
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Subject: Re: [Sportsandrec] exercise ideas?


> Thanks Lori, didn't see this before I  wrote Ashley.  Has anyone used one 
> of
> these?
>
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> From: sportsandrec-bounces at nfbnet.org
> [mailto:sportsandrec-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Lori
> Sent: Saturday, December 31, 2011 8:58 PM
> To: Sports and Recreation for the Blind Discussion List
> Subject: Re: [Sportsandrec] exercise ideas?
>
> Hi,
>
> Here's a link to the AdapTap:
> http://www.kiefer.com/ProductDetails/StyleMasterDetails.aspx?pid={2c63931a-a
> 160-4d03-936d-e967d3b5dc0d}&pname=AdapTap+Swimming+System+4+Pack&Referer=QUI
> CK_SEARCH&Alias=adaptap&ptct=BS-SR&CTitle=&
>
> And a pool buoy is foam and you hold it between your legs helps keep your
> legs afloat and then you just do your prefered stroke.
>
> Lori
>
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Ashley Bramlett" <bookwormahb at earthlink.net>
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> Sent: Saturday, December 31, 2011 7:18 PM
> Subject: Re: [Sportsandrec] exercise ideas?
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>
>> Bonnie,
>> I haven't seen them. Don't know what the
>> pool bouy is. But the adapt tap is something for blind people to stay
>> swimming straight and know where the end is.
>>
>> -----Original Message----- 
>> From: Bonnie Lucas
>> Sent: Saturday, December 31, 2011 4:41 PM
>> To: 'Sports and Recreation for the Blind Discussion List'
>> Subject: Re: [Sportsandrec] exercise ideas?
>>
>> I'd like to know what these things are and do!
>> Thanks
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Lori [mailto:Lori at asmodean.net]
>> Sent: Saturday, December 31, 2011 6:15 AM
>> To: Sports and Recreation for the Blind Discussion List
>> Subject: Re: [Sportsandrec] exercise ideas?
>>
>> I echo the sentaments about the pool. And, last time I check Kiefer had
>> the
>> AdapTap online for a reasonable price. If you didn't want to use your 
>> legs
>> you can use a pool buoy. It is such great exercise....
>>
>>
>>
>> ----- Original Message ----- 
>> From: "Bill Kociaba" <williamkociaba at comcast.net>
>> To: "Sports and Recreation for the Blind Discussion List"
>> <sportsandrec at nfbnet.org>
>> Sent: Saturday, December 31, 2011 10:07 AM
>> Subject: Re: [Sportsandrec] exercise ideas?
>>
>>
>>> Hi,
>>> An eliptical will go as fast or slow as you want it to.  Unlike a
>>> treadmill that you have to keep up with the eliptical is like a bike in
>>> that you are controling the speed.  Unless you can come across a used 
>>> one
>>> cheap as Bonnie did you will never find one for $150 at least not one
>>> that
>>
>>> is any good.   I am not sure the movement will be good depending on how
>>> and where you injured your foot/ankle.  The movement is similar to a sky
>>> machine in that you are not picking up your feet jujst sliding them in a
>>> kind of semi cicurlar pattern.  Your foot can stay flat but there will 
>>> be
>>> flexion and extension at your ankle.
>>> By saying no gyms and no pools you really cut out a lot of options.
>>> Swimming and water exercise would be the least offensive to your injury
>>> and you could still get a really aggressive workout.
>>> I would stay off the mini tramp.  Even though its very cushioned it 
>>> still
>>> is bouncing and jarring and will not help the healing process.
>>> I would suggest creating a circut of exercises with the ball the hand
>>> weights and maybe some free hand movements and just go continuesly
>>> through
>>
>>> it sevral times to get your heart rate up.  If you would like some help
>>> in
>>
>>> putting something together shoot me an email directly at
>>> williamkociaba at comcast.net.  I have been a personal trainer for  over 30
>>> years and would be happy to help you if you would like.
>>> Bill
>>>
>>> Bill Kociaba
>>> CRUISEONE
>>> Bill at Ycruise.com
>>> 954 227 7772 or Toll Free 877 227 7775
>>> 7600 Wiles Rd, Coral Springs, FL 33067
>>> ----- Original Message ----- 
>>> From: "Julie J." <julielj at neb.rr.com>
>>> To: "Sports and Recreation for the Blind Discussion List"
>>> <sportsandrec at nfbnet.org>
>>> Sent: Saturday, December 31, 2011 9:46 AM
>>> Subject: Re: [Sportsandrec] exercise ideas?
>>>
>>>
>>>> I'm not familiar with that machine.  How does it work?  Do you sit or
>>>> stand and how fast are the leg/foot movements?
>>>>
>>>> Thanks!
>>>> Julie
>>>> On 12/30/2011 8:59 PM, Bonnie Lucas wrote:
>>>>> 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
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>>
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