[Sportsandrec] Hello!

Tue Oct 2 19:20:35 UTC 2012

Hi, Ashley,

At 05:56 AM 10/2/2012, Bill Kociaba wrote:
>Good morning, Ashley,

My partner, Robin and I wanted to get into abs classes at our gym 
where we are already avid spinners. I began by writing the instructor 
and hemet with us, administering private lessons FREE of charge! We 
learned the moves in his class and were able to circulate throughout 
the stations pretty seamless. And, we see the instructor on the bus 
sometimes and plainly, cultivated a new friend.
You must contact the instructor to make sure he doesn't have any head 
trips going for which you ought to be wary.
Good luck, Ashley and keep us posted!
Car

>I really don't think you need to worry about being in class and the others
>laughing at you becuase you have the moves wrong.  I have observed tons of
>aerobic classes, step classes, tybo classes etc and most of the time there
>are more people doing the moves wrong than right.  If the moves are
>complicated the only doing them right is usually the teacher.  And in my
>opinion when a teacher makes the moves to complicated she is an egotist and
>is more about showing off than really helping the class.
>The best way to learn the moves is to do a one on one with the instructor.
>I know some of you will say you can't aford a private session but its really
>the only way to know what that instructor is doing.  The bonus is that the
>instructor will be awaire of you in class and might keep a closer eye in
>your direction.  You may find that if you contact the instructor and explain
>your situation that he or she might be willing to help you with no extra
>charge.
>Bill
>
>-----Original Message-----
>From: Sportsandrec [mailto:sportsandrec-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
>Anita Ogletree
>Sent: Tuesday, October 02, 2012 8:06 AM
>To: Sports and Recreation for the Blind Discussion List
>Subject: Re: [Sportsandrec] Hello!
>
>
>
>--------------------------------------------------
>From: "Ashley Bramlett" <bookwormahb at earthlink Ashley, I have actually found
>something I tried yesterday at home.
>
>I did a google search and found an individual who is in a wheelchair and
>said that she taught some blind students how to do Zumba.  She told them to
>let the music help them by moving to what they felt from listening.  Then
>she incorporated the different arm and leg movements into that.
>
>What I did was to search for Latin music and I found a website that I can
>share with you if you'd like and I did the movements with my hips.  I had
>learned a little of that from my previous hairstylist back in Birmingham.
>Only thing is, I'd rather do it where I can mess up and not feel that
>sighted people are watching me or laughing at me because I look weird.
>
>But I worked up a good sweat and enjoyed it so much I am going to try it
>again today.  I have started and stopped so many times with other forms of
>exercise.  Even when I had a portable treadmill back in AL I didn't have the
>fun I did yesterday.
>
>When the hairstylist was doing it and then became an instructor, she lost
>weight and sold some of her clothes that she had worn when she was heavier
>and still needed some to be altered.  I think she went from a size 14 to a
>size 10 within a six-month period.  She had said that she didn't want to
>lose anymore but since she was teaching it several times a week, I think she
>was going to lose a few more.  I haven't spoken with her since last year,
>but I think I am going to give her a call and see if she is still doing it.
>
>But I am going to spend atleast 45 minutes to an hour today and see how I
>feel.  I took it easy because I havent been as physically active as I would
>like to have been for a while and I didn't .net want to end up regretting
>it.  I took some advil to help with the muscle soreness I knew I would have
>and that pretty much did the job.  I can feel my abdominal muscles but I am
>determined to get healithier and possibly stop taking medication for my
>blood pressure.  It may even help with my sleeping issues for which I take
>medication as well.  My family's medical history is chalked full of all of
>those illnesses of the heart, kidneys and blood sugar.  Not trying to have
>that happen to me.  Before I reach my next birthday (I will be 50), I want
>to feel much better about myself.
>
>So I will send you the information if you would like and I will tell you how
>it is going.
>
>Have a great day!
>
>Anita
>Sent: Monday, October 01, 2012 9:47 PM
>To: "Sports and Recreation for the Blind Discussion List"
><sportsandrec at nfbnet.org>
>Subject: Re: [Sportsandrec] Hello!
>
> > Anita,
> > welcome. I am a part time student while looking for work  and I enjoy
> > exercise. I mainly walk and jog.
> > I wish I could try zumba, but not sure how I'd do the fast paced
> > class; looks fun though.
> > I think you'll find a gym or zumba class in your area. Some schools
> > and community centers offer it; its popular. I wish there were blind
> > friendly workout cds, but haven't found them yet. You might try
> > youtube for such  a zumba demonstration.
> >
> > Good luck.
> > Ashley
> >
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: Anita Ogletree
> > Sent: Monday, October 01, 2012 9:19 AM
> > To: sportsandrec at nfbnet.org
> > Subject: [Sportsandrec] Hello!
> >
> > I just wanted to say hello, again to the list.  It has been a while
> > since I have posted to the list.
> >
> > My name is Anita and the last time I posted I was living in Alabama.
> > On May 4, 2011, I moved to Virginia and have been here since.
> > Unfortunately, I have not been able to find any of the fitness centers
> > that I was a member of and I have not had very much in the way of
>exercise.
> >
> > This morning I went searching for music played for working out during
> > Zumba. I also did a search to see if there were any sites or videos
> > available to to individuals that are blind that are interested in this
> > form of fitness. Have not found it yet but I was able to find some songs.
> >
> > Does anyone on the list know someone who can give instructions on the
> > moves used in Zumba or any videos or cd's?  When I found some of the
> > music I just decided to swivel my hips the way a Zumba instructor back
> > in Alabama attempted to show me.  Of course I am rhythmically
> > challenged and that is always a hurdle for me; however, I think my
> > improvisation will work to some extent.
> >
> > I would love to hear from anyone who has ever tried Zumba or who may
> > be into this fitness routine and can give me some pointers.  Look
> > forward to hearing from you.
> >
> > Warmest regards,
> >
> > Anita
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