Rollypolly Posted November 9, 2020 Share Posted November 9, 2020 (edited) Walking has been my hobby for most of my life so it was easy for me to use the spare time I had in lockdown enjoying some local walks. I've noticed many other people doing the same and I wondered if we will look back on 2020 as the year we became more active and fitter. It would be nice to think that despite all the problems and hardship we've suffered this year some good has come out of it. Edited November 9, 2020 by Rollypolly Spelling Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Cid Posted November 9, 2020 Share Posted November 9, 2020 I went to the sports cener to do a fitness class 10 days ago, closed for a month now. I do lots of walking, but its great to do something more. According to my GP walking is not vigorous enough. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jane2008 Posted November 9, 2020 Share Posted November 9, 2020 Walking is not a hobby for me it's a neccessity, we have 2 dogs. I have decided that during lockdown we won't be eating take-aways. We only ever have them about 2 times a month. I reasoned that if I can't safely go to a book shop and buy a book then take-aways are much more riskier as you take the order from them and they have also handled each carton/box etc inside. Instead I am making kebabs or Southern fried chicken which I'm sure is much healthier for my bank account and for our health. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kidorry Posted November 10, 2020 Share Posted November 10, 2020 10 hours ago, El Cid said: I went to the sports cener to do a fitness class 10 days ago, closed for a month now. I do lots of walking, but its great to do something more. According to my GP walking is not vigorous enough. I think it would be vigorous enough if you included some hills and walk up them at a good speed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Becky B Posted November 10, 2020 Share Posted November 10, 2020 I'm enjoying the emergence (or at least, better advertising!) of online fitness classes! I used to go to the gym for classes, and wished I could have something as structured at home as it's so much more convenient - now I can! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redruby Posted November 11, 2020 Share Posted November 11, 2020 (edited) On 09/11/2020 at 22:22, El Cid said: I went to the sports cener to do a fitness class 10 days ago, closed for a month now. I do lots of walking, but its great to do something more. According to my GP walking is not vigorous enough. I think GPs ought to know better than to say something like that. I run nearly every day but believe ALL exercise should be encouraged. It is comments like that that put many people off doing any exercise at all as they end up thinking that moderate exercise like walking isn’t worthwhile so they may as well not bother doing anything. Walking has lots of health benefits and is is very underrated as a form of exercise. I would recommend the Couch to 5k to anyone who does want to take more vigorous exercise though. To me the joy of running is getting outside in all weathers and seeing the changing seasons. Edited November 11, 2020 by redruby Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rollypolly Posted November 11, 2020 Author Share Posted November 11, 2020 Hi Red ruby, I couldn't agree more! I find walking both mentally and physically uplifting. As you rightly say all exercise should be encouraged. Both me and my o/h have suffered serious illnesses but have continued walking throughout. I know it's not everyone's choice of exercise but it's free, no special equipment required and can be done any time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redruby Posted November 12, 2020 Share Posted November 12, 2020 16 hours ago, Rollypolly said: Hi Red ruby, I couldn't agree more! I find walking both mentally and physically uplifting. As you rightly say all exercise should be encouraged. Both me and my o/h have suffered serious illnesses but have continued walking throughout. I know it's not everyone's choice of exercise but it's free, no special equipment required and can be done any time. Absolutely, walking is great! I think exercising outdoors is especially helpful for mental health as well as the physical benefits. But as I said before ALL the exercise should be encouraged and we all should find some exercise which we enjoy and fits into our lifestyle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kidorry Posted November 12, 2020 Share Posted November 12, 2020 I walk every day for at least 45 minutes at a good pace. I have noticed one couple who I have seen often for the last six months and when I first saw them they were very over weight but now you can see a big difference in their appearance. Good for them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
getphysical Posted November 12, 2020 Share Posted November 12, 2020 Walking is great. You can start off at a stroll and as you get fitter increase the speed to a powerwalk! It's certainly good for body and soul. Invest in some good waterproofs and don't let the weather stop you. To quote Billy Connolly " there's no such thing as bad weather, only the wrong clothes!"☺️ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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