SparkPeople Chair Exercise Team Team Messageboard

I'M Backkkkk

Wed, 15 May 2013 14:56:15 EST

Hello My name is Bobbi,

And I am not new here or to sparks...I have been here for a while been going off and on,
and I have decided to come back and get busy in doing what I came here to do, to the ones,
that don't know me...I am 5'3 tall and my weight is awful from losing to gaining and I have,
decided to restart myself again ugh...So my weight is 370 lbs:(

I am married to my hubby of 19yrs and he is my friend,
as well as my keeper he helps me with ...

5 or 10 Minutes Daily Exercise Week 59

Sat, 11 May 2013 20:22:57 EST

100 laughs a day is equal to 10 minutes of exercise!
How can it can get any easier than that? 311 344 362
Can we do IT ??? Yes we can

Week 59 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lower Body:

Wednesday: Upper Body:

Thursday: Core:

Friday: Lower Body:

Saturday: Upper Body

Week 1 Virtual Trek Central Australia Exercise

Sat, 11 May 2013 16:14:42 EST

Week 1 – Virtual Trek Central Australia– is on my web site for you. (Exercise and trek notes)

1 – Go to chairexercisefun.com/ and click on the “challenges” button on the right hand side of the front page
2 – Open the “Virtual Trek Central Australia “ folder
3 – Read - Wk 1- 6 Exercise brochure – you can download or print it if you choose.
4 – Select your exercise and step target
5 – Start moving, and recording your exercise time and ste...

Week 1 Virtual Trek Central Australia Discussion

Sat, 11 May 2013 16:13:38 EST

5 or 10 min Exercise Challenge week 58

Sun, 5 May 2013 22:36:20 EST

Are you all ready fior summer and those bikin's emoticon No !!!! you have to exercise harder ... LOL

Week 58 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lower Body:

Wednesday: Upper Body:

Thursday: Core:

Friday: Lower Body:

Saturday: Upper Body

Week 6 Bibbulmun Track Virtual Trek Exercise

Sat, 4 May 2013 17:19:09 EST

Week 6 – Bibbulmun Track Virtual Trek – is on my web site for you. (Exercise and trek notes)

1 – Go to chairexercisefun.com/ and click on the “challenges” button on the right hand side of the front page
2 – Open the “Bibbulmun Track Virtual Trek “ folder
3 – Read - Wk 6 Exercise brochure – you can download or print it if you choose.
4 – Select your exercise and step target
5 – Start moving, increasing your step count each week, through ex...

Week 6 Bibbulmun Track Virtual Trek Discussion

Sat, 4 May 2013 17:17:50 EST

Chair core exercise

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 14:49:20 EST

I am 61 years old and terribly out of shape. This exercise was great. I was able to complete it. 224

May Newsletter

Sat, 27 Apr 2013 21:03:05 EST

You will find the May newsletter in your Sparkmail box by now!!

5 or 10 Minute Daily Exercise Week 57

Sat, 27 Apr 2013 20:46:03 EST

Are you all ready fior summer and those bikin's 344 No !!!! you have to exercise harder ... LOL 243 381 311 362 360

Week 57 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lower Body:

Wednesday: Upper Body:

Thursday: Core:

Friday: Lower Body:

Saturday: Upper Body

Week 5 Bibbulmun Track Virtual Trek Exercise

Sat, 27 Apr 2013 18:11:39 EST

Week 5 – Bibbulmun Track Virtual Trek – is on my web site for you. (Exercise and trek notes)
Go to chairexercisefun.com/ and click on the “challenges” button on the right hand side of the front page
2 – Open the “Bibbulmun Track Virtual Trek “ folder
3 – Read - Wk 5 Exercise brochure – you can download or print it if you choose.
4 – Select your exercise and step target
5 – Start moving, increasing your step count each week, through exercise and ...

Week 5 Bibbulmun Track Virtual Trek Discussion

Sat, 27 Apr 2013 18:08:26 EST

Week 5 – Bibbulmun Track Virtual Trek – is on my web site for you. (Exercise and trek notes)
Also with the week 4 trek notes is a Certificate for your virtual climb of the Gloucester tree, for those who climbed it – virtually!! – I thought it might be a nice memory of this trek for you -= please collect it if you have not done so You can print it or download it to your computer

1 – Go to chairexercisefun.com/ and click on the “challenges” button on the rig...

What about this cacao Ann talked about?

Sat, 27 Apr 2013 17:11:12 EST

In our May's newsletter Ann talked about cacao. Have any of you tried it? It is brand new to me any suggestions on what and where I can buy it?

A - Z - Towns in USA

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 15:13:28 EST

Atlanta, Georgia

5 or 10 Minute Daily Exercise Week 56

Sat, 20 Apr 2013 19:46:34 EST

This is only a guide for you, which is not set in concrete if you can do more tahn 5 / 10 please go for it the more minutes the better with out over pushing yourself - have fun while doing your exercise. Follow jOANOFSPARK singing her way through 244 100 386 331 256 295

Week 56 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lower Body:

Wednesday: Upp...

My plans for MAY

Sat, 20 Apr 2013 18:05:21 EST

I am planning a great time for the month of May. I am going to start the 17 day diet on may 1 and also plan to walk everyday as well as exercise all the time. I am even going to try new foods in May. I want to do this and I have even been doing some new chair exercises that I have come up with on my own. the exercises in the chair is all done to reggaeton music which I love. I am planning in making up some new routines each day that will help strengthen my upper body and core.

Week 4 Bibbulmun Track Virtual Trek Exercise

Sat, 20 Apr 2013 00:26:29 EST

Week 4 – Bibbulmun Track Virtual Trek – is on my web site for you. (Exercise and trek notes)
With the week 4 notes is a booklet on Trekking Foods – remember they are all easy carry – instant type foods and are meant to be high calorie and high nutrition to sustain a trekker who treks all day hard!!

1 – Go to chairexercisefun.com/ and click on the “challenges” button on the right hand side of the front page
2 – Open the “Bibbulmun Track Virtual Trek ...

Week 4 Bibbulmun Track Virtual Trek Discussion

Sat, 20 Apr 2013 00:25:40 EST

Ideas Please

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 14:34:21 EST

Does anyone have any videos or links that I can use to help me find acceptable seated workouts... I notice that people say core and lower and upper body workouts.. so I was curious as to what everyone is doing.. thanks!!!

NEW HERE

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 13:58:56 EST

HI just wanted to introduce myself.. my name is Rose and I am embarking on a weightloss journey that even I have no idea how to do.. I haven't ever tried to lose weight before and after trying numerous tapes this last month I realized I am not very good on my feet and acutually injured myself .. well I am getting better I wanted to find something i can do .. and I was THRILLED WHEN I FOUND THIS FORUM.. anyway I can't wait to get started :)

Aussie Slang

Sat, 13 Apr 2013 21:13:56 EST

Aussie Slang This is mainly for the Trekker, any one can join in. Don't be shy
Hi everyone, I thought it might be a good idea to give you a sites for finding the definitions on my local language (Aussieisms).

For instance......... "Flat out like a lizard drinking' means a person has been extremely busy

So if I say anything you don’t understand, please don't hesitate to ask me OR now you can just go to one of the above sites.

www.koalanet.co...

5 or 10 Minute Daily Exercise Week 55

Sat, 13 Apr 2013 21:08:46 EST

244 Exerciser's and Trekkers doing an awesome job We are off on another week of fun, sun and laughter 306 381 345 380

Week 55 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lower Body:

Wednesday: Upper Body:

Thursday: Core:

Friday: Lower Body:

Saturday: Upper Body

Week 3 - BibbulmunTrack Virtual Trek Discussion

Sat, 13 Apr 2013 16:53:30 EST

Week 3 – Bibbulmun Track Virtual Trek – is on my web site for you. (Exercise and trek notes)
1 – Go to chairexercisefun.com/ and click on the “challenges” button on the right hand side of the front page
2 – Open the “Bibbulmun Track Virtual Trek “ folder
3 – Read – “Introduction” brochure, “Trek Preparation” brochure, “Bugs and other Nasty and Nice Critters” Brochure, plus the previous weeks trek notes if you have not already done so! You can download or p...

Week 3 - Bibbulmun Track Virtual Trek Exercise

Sat, 13 Apr 2013 16:52:42 EST

Exercise DVD

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 18:20:57 EST

I wasn't sure where to post this, but I was so happy with this DVD, I had to tell everyone about it. I bought the DVD From the Series ; "Chair Aerobics for Everyone. It;s called "Exercises for the Bedridden and Physically Challenged! It is great for those of use who have a hard time with exercise. I love the DVD and try to do it every other day! There are 10 different DVDs available and the next one I am getting in Chair Bellydance! 244
Here is a link to the site where I got ...

Rare Disease Patient

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 01:09:31 EST

Hello! My name is Tamara. I am 36 years old, and I have a potentially life threatening, rare, autoimmune, ANCA positive, Systemic Vasculitis called Microscopic Polyangiitis (MPA). Because of this, I have gained a ton of weight (currently at 482lbs), from prednisone and being in so much pain and fatigue I can't even move. I am here and starting chair exercise. I can't do much but I WILL do that. I have a team for people with Vasculitis on here as well. I hope everyone is doing well, and I am l...

Spark Goodie!

Tue, 9 Apr 2013 00:07:26 EST

Meemah2013 just gave me a pinwheel that I'm attaching to my scooter. When I fly by tomorrow I'll feel the breeze! What fun!

5 or 10 min Daily Exercise Week 54

Sun, 7 Apr 2013 00:54:06 EST

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Week 54 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lower Body:

Wednesday: Upper Body:

Thursday: Core:

Friday: Lower Body:

Saturday: Upper Body

Bibbulmin Virtual Trek: How you feel about it

Fri, 5 Apr 2013 22:49:09 EST

In this thread we all invite you to share how this trek is helping you out, are you having fun and especially how you appreciate Ann's hard work putting it together!

I'll go first. This challenge has me developing my balance and walking abilities and adding to my exercise time and routine which makes it more interesting.
Speaking of interesting reading the information posted up by Ann is like being there, somewhere in the world I'll never see for real but I feel as if I kind ...

Wk 2 Bibbulmun Track Virtual Trek Exercise

Fri, 5 Apr 2013 20:58:58 EST

Good morning trekkers
I hope you had a great first week in Perth sightseeing and shopping, and more shopping!!
This second week we have one more day in Perth, then in the Hills above Perth and on the second day we start our real hike – and 4 nights camping in the bush!!
Please put any questions, comments, and exercise records in this thread so that I find them quickly to reply.
Please put exercise records in the wk 2 Bibbulmun Track Virtual Trek Exercise
Note on ...

Wk 2 Bibbulmun Track Virtual Trek Discussion

Fri, 5 Apr 2013 20:58:03 EST

Exercise video on start page

Thu, 4 Apr 2013 18:12:35 EST

Is there a way to save the sitting exercise video on the start page from today?

Pedometer question

Tue, 2 Apr 2013 13:21:07 EST

I have a cheap (like $2) pedometer that hubby got at a wellness fair at work. It often doesn't register my steps, so I end up estimating.

I'd like to get a "real" pedometer but I don't wear things that have a waist band (I can't bear to have restrictive clothing around my waist) so I wear loose dresses. I do have pockets at the waist.

Is there a pedometer that would work well if I clipped it to my side pocket? Or clipped it on my shoes? Or even put it on a chain and wo...

April Chat

Sun, 31 Mar 2013 18:39:29 EST

I hope you have all been good and kept those Easter eggs to a minimal ???
What are your plans for Spring ??? Pull up a chair, grap a coffee and lets chat.
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Wk 1 Bibbulmun Track Virtual Trek Exercise Record

Sun, 31 Mar 2013 15:29:51 EST

I have started this thread for recording exercise - to make it easier to find and update your messages
But please, please continue chatting on the trek on the other thread!!
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Trying Group 5

Sun, 31 Mar 2013 13:56:58 EST

This is all very new and exciting for me. My personal goal for steps has bee 3000 per day so it seems like Group five is where I should try to start.

5 or 10 Minute Daily Exercise Week 53

Sat, 30 Mar 2013 19:06:30 EST

452 450 453 448 451 449 = Exercise Lets go 243 386

Week 53 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lower Body:

Wednesday: Upper Body:

Thursday: Core:

Friday: Lower Body:

Saturday: Upper Body

Wk 1 - Bibbulmun Track Virtual Trek Discussion

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 18:39:07 EST

I hope you had a great trip to Perth – so now that we are all assembled in Perth, the capital city of West Australia – we will spend this week checking out the city and doing a couple of excursions to interesting sites in the area and you get to stay in accommodation for this week while you shake off any Jet Lag!!
This week also gives you the chance to get used to doing a virtual trek and to ask questions that might arise.
Please put any questions, comments, and exercise records in...

5 or 10 minuteDaily Exercise Week 52

Sun, 24 Mar 2013 00:31:53 EST

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Week 52 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lower Body:

Wednesday: Upper Body:

Thursday: Core:

Friday: Lower Body:

Saturday: Upper Body

April Newsletter

Sat, 23 Mar 2013 04:22:00 EST

Hi team

The April newsletter should be in your Sparkmail boxes by now – and as usual the illustrated copy can be found by going to chairexercisefun.com/
click on the CE Team Magazine Archives button on the right hand side of the front page - then click on the folder – Newsletters March 2012 to April 2013 You can print it or download it from there.

Have a Sparkling April, and Easter, Believe in yourselves and I am sure all of you can make good prog...

Easter Challenge

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 16:21:37 EST

This challenge will run for 2 weeks – from 24th Mar – 6th April
There are several parts to this challenge – it is NOT a choice – you MUST do all parts

1 – Give an Easter Goodie, or emoticon to a different team member every day for the 2 weeks 224
2 – Drink at least 6 glasses of water every day 91
3 – Eat at least 4 servings of vegetables every day 368 m 370 210 291
4 – Eat at least 2 portion...

A - Z - Why I like Spring!!

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 16:14:19 EST

Easter is only a few days away - this year is really flying past - so lets have a bit of Spring Fun!!
What do you like about Spring?? Or maybe not like??
List ideas in alphabetical order!!
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Actual Chair Exercises

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 19:29:15 EST

Are there actual chair exercises we can try? If so, where are they described - I don't see them on the forum page - but I've been known to miss things, lol.

I'm new to the Team

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 19:14:18 EST

I have several chronic conditions but am disabled due to my heart condition. Towelling off after my shower, making the bed, climbing my basement stairs has me doubled over gasping for breath. I manage Aquafit 4/week working on my own for approx. 70 mins a session, and I've started walking on the treadmill but I'm very slow and can only manage 10 mins at a time. I am very interested in learning the chair exercises to add to my day.

Bibbulmun Track Virtual Trek - 10 days to go!!

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 16:38:33 EST

Only 10 days to go before we start the virtual adventure of a lifetime!! (31st March - Easter Sunday start day) 244
Are you packed and ready - or still organising and trying to decide what to take and what can be left behind?? 198
I have set up 2 extra brochures - one on choice of equipment and packing
and the other on Bugs and other Critters we might encounter!! 420
I know that Bug spray is firmly on my packing list!! 463 a...

5 or 10 Minute Daily Exercise Week 51

Sun, 17 Mar 2013 19:05:10 EST

Another week another inch perhaps a lb or two
243 306 381 yes we can !!!!!!

Week 51 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lower Body:

Wednesday: Upper Body:

Thursday: Core:

Friday: Lower Body:

Saturday: Upper Body

Need help to WIN a handicap accessible van

Sun, 17 Mar 2013 00:10:04 EST

My boyfriend is a paraplegic and we are trying to win a handicap accessible van so we can let him be more active. I also have a medical condition that leaves me constantly off balance and I will need a scooter to get around to keep me active as well.

We are trying to win a handicap accessible van and it is based off of votes. Would you please vote for us to win at: www.mobilityawarenessmonth.com/entra
nt/mike-greer-grassy-creek-nc/

Please share this...

Healthy Eating Habits Challenge 17th - 23rd Mar

Sat, 16 Mar 2013 17:04:51 EST

This challenge will run for a week 17th – 23rd March
The following are recommended healthy eating guidelines –

During this week – choose at least 4 of these and keep to the ones you choose for at least 5 days 4

1 - Eat two serves of fruit and five serves of vegetables every day

2 - Have two to three serves of fish every week (fresh, frozen or canned)

3 - Limit processed meats, including sausages, and deli meats, such as salami

Bibbulmun Track Virtual Trek Introduction

Sat, 16 Mar 2013 16:59:05 EST

Its actually early morning here – the time in New York now is 4.40pm on Saturday – here in my part of Australia its 6.40am on Sunday morning – whilst in West Australia where we will be trekking its 4.40am on Sunday morning!!

I hope you have been thinking about what to pack in those virtual back packs you will be using for the trek – remember to keep it light – you have to carry them nearly 1000km (600miles)!! (Groan!!)

To get you in the mood and to introduce you to the...

April 7th?

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 16:43:24 EST

I think I'm in the right place? I'm ready to go for April 7th!

3 Day Challenge 15th - 17th Mar

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 02:17:51 EST

This challenge runs for 3 days only -
We will have a Spark Points challenge
Remember that this is NOT a competition between members - this is a challenge for YOU!!
I want you to see how many Spark Points you can get each day. And list them here!!
You can work through the places that you get Spark Points by clicking “Spark Points” on the “My Trackers” list, on bar at the top of the page.
Have fun!!

challenge

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 17:57:16 EST

I am

Trek Virtual Challenge - starts March 31st

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 16:49:26 EST

Are you ready to take on The Bibbulmin Track and trek through the unique, ever changing scenery of the South West corner of West Australia ? All that is necessary is simply to want to have fun and increase your exercise

Move (walking, or any other form of exercise) as much as you can during the 5 weeks of the trek
The aim is to reach a step goal during the 5 days of the Trek each week, and then increase this during the other 2 days in the week by doing the optional trips. <...

5 or 10 Minute Daily Exercise Week 50

Sun, 10 Mar 2013 03:55:23 EST

Lots of our team are going to be heading into Summer do you want to look your best, do you want to achieve a certain look ???? Exercise is the way to get it 243 306 386

Week 50 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lower Body:

Wednesday: Upper Body:

Thursday: Core:

Friday: Lower Body:

Saturday: Upper Body

New Booklet

Tue, 5 Mar 2013 18:35:18 EST

Summer - This is probably the last thing most of you are thinking off right now with the weather in The Northern Hemisphere as it is – however I munched and crunched my way through our Summer just gone – with the excuse that I was testing recipes and preparing a new recipe booklet for you
.
Fresh for Summer – a Gastronomic Tour - is available from my web site www.chairexercisefun.com – click on “Booklets” button on the right of the front page – then open the fold...

IF YOU ARE SHUT IN !

Sun, 3 Mar 2013 10:14:57 EST

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO ATTEND CHURCH AND CANT GO FOR ANY REASON WE HAVE
CHURCH ONLINE ON SUNDAY AT 10 AM CENTRAL ``YOU ARE WELCOME
WE WOULD LOVE TO HAVE YOU .. www.jglm.org/

5 or 10 Minute Daily Exercise WEEK 49

Sat, 2 Mar 2013 18:46:18 EST

Lets go everybody 306 381 386 243 244

Week 49 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lower Body:

Wednesday: Upper Body:

Thursday: Core:

Friday: Lower Body:

Saturday: Upper Body

Food Challenge 3rd Mar - 9th March

Sat, 2 Mar 2013 18:42:41 EST

FOOD CHALLENGE - runs for 5 days
Fill in this chart each day for any 5 days this week: You MUST answer EVERY question each day that you fill it in . You can cut and paste it to your message

Ate a total of ____ servings of fruits/vegetables in today
Ate ----------- servings whole foods (non-packaged/non-processed) foods today
Made lunch or dinner at home instead of eating out today
Chose water instead of soda today

Trivia wk 1

Sat, 2 Mar 2013 18:34:45 EST

These are getting harder - see how you do this week!!
Cut and paste the questions - and answer them in this thread
I will put the answers up at the end of the week.

1. True/False: Guava fruit contains nearly 50 percent more of the cancer-fighting compound called lycopene than the tomato.

2. An adequate iron intake is needed to deliver oxygen to all the body’s tissues. The USDA recommends that you get 18mg of iron per day (if you are a menstruating female). Whic...

Hi

Fri, 1 Mar 2013 20:06:30 EST

Hi,

I'm new to sparkpeople and this team was suggested as a good team for me to join. I'm 67, newly retired and have a lot of weight to lose.

I have a lot of trouble with my knees and my options are limited.

March Chat

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 17:00:28 EST

Is it just me or do you find that the holidays come around earlier each year, we were not long out of Christmas when shops had Easter eggs and hot cross buns, Money makers. That’s my gripe today, join in with anything you would like to say, get off your chest.

hello

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 19:45:10 EST

Hi everyone my name is Tanya and i am new to the team. I ruptured my achilles tendon in October abd have limited mobillity. Does anyone have any ideas on what types of exercises i can do? I can put weight on my right leg. thanks

March 2013 Chair Exercise Team Newsletter

Mon, 25 Feb 2013 18:18:40 EST

Hi team

The March newsletter should be in your Sparkmail boxes by now – and as usual the illustrated copy can be found by going to chairexercisefun.com/
click on the CE Team Magazine Archives button on the right hand side of the front page - then click on the folder – Newsletters March 2012 to April 2013 You can print it or download it from there.

Have a Sparkling March, Believe in yourselves and I am sure all of you can make good progress in your...

IF YOU ARE SHUT IN !

Sun, 24 Feb 2013 11:00:31 EST

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO GO TO CHURCH YOU ARE WELCOME AT MINE STARTS NOW .. www.jglm.org/

Mini challenges - 24th - 2nd March

Sat, 23 Feb 2013 22:36:17 EST

Mini Challenges - Challenge will be to do FOUR or more of the following mini challenges:

1. Eat at least 2 fruits a day! Post on this thread which fruits you ate.
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2. Give a Happy Face Goodie or emoticon to at least 10 different members of the Chair Exercise Team during the week
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3. Track ALL your foods for at least 5 days in the Sparkpeople Nutrition Tracker
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5 or 10 Minute Daily Exercise Week 48

Sat, 23 Feb 2013 19:33:36 EST

Lets get going team been a bit lazy lately have we ???? lol All those who can do more than the 5/10 I would like you to do so. Especially those who have felt the benifit of exercising, have proven that little by little it soes work.

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Week 48 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lower Body:

Wednesday: Uppe...

Impending knee surgery

Sat, 23 Feb 2013 12:29:14 EST

Good morning!

I am happy to have found this SparkTeam...I have been quite active in the past (although STILL very overweight) After injuring my knee 6 months ago and waiting for an MRI, I finally have a consultation with a surgeon on Feb. 26th.
My doctor told me to stay off of my knee - yeah, you try that, Doc - so I have, mostly been quite immobile and wishing I had found this team back in September.
Anyway, I am glad to join, hope I have surgery sooner than later and ...

Post A Positive

Sat, 23 Feb 2013 05:03:36 EST

Post a Positive!!! In Post A Positive, you simply post something good that took place today! It's that simple. When we focus on the positive in our lives, the mundane, ordinary and negative things seem far less significant.

My Positive: Watering and watching my own vegitables grow
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Exercise True or False?

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 14:38:24 EST

Copy and paste the questions and answer in this thread
I will give you the answers next Friday.

1 - Your workouts don't have to be continuous. You can break them up throughout the day into smaller segments (at least 10 minutes each) and achieve the same benefits.

2 - Strength training is not counted as aerobic exercise?

3 - Doing sit-ups will flatten your tummy.

4 - When I stop exercising, muscle turns to fat.

5 - Muscle burns more c...

Motivational Inspirational Thread

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 15:18:25 EST

I have been asked to set this thread up for you - the idea being to give "hugs" to people and to help you know that other people are here for you.
NOTE: It is NOT a religious thread - we have many members in this team from many countries all of different religions, creeds and beliefs - so your assistance is requested to please keep this thread non-religious. THank you
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Rule of 70 - True or false?

Tue, 19 Feb 2013 17:50:08 EST

Do you agree with the “Rule of 70” in weight loss– Diet 70% Exercise 30% - of the result??
You can discuss this here.
I will tell you the answer in a few days.

True or False??

Sun, 17 Feb 2013 17:57:04 EST

Are the following statements True or False??

Copy and paste the questions then answer them.

1 – the most frequent cause of daytime tiredness is lack of water.
2 – Prune juice is high in iron
3 - Honey and brown sugar are more nutritious than white sugar.
4 - Yogurt is as nutritious as milk—often more so.
5 - Pink grapefruit usually costs more than white, but it's more nutritious.
6 - Trimming the fat eliminates most of the cholesterol from
m...

Continuation of new exercise challenge - Feb 17th

Sun, 17 Feb 2013 15:24:11 EST

Last week I set you a challenge - to try a new exercise
TRhis week I want you to continue with that new exercise for the week!!
Enter here - what exercise you have added to your program and how you got on during this week.

Challenge - 17th - 23rd Feb

Sun, 17 Feb 2013 15:20:08 EST

Here are this week's goals. Please join us in as many as you'd like. :)

Every day this week:
#1 – Drink 8 glasses of water
#2 – Track calories eaten each day
#3 – Do 15 minutes of exercise while watching TV
#4 – Read – and perhaps share - an inspirational quote each day

BONUS CHALLENGE
#5 – Make a list of ten things that you like about yourself, and post it someplace conspicuous.

OTHER CHALLENGE
#6 - Add your own challenge here...

List THREE (3) things you are grateful for today

Sun, 17 Feb 2013 01:11:16 EST

1 I am thankful for my 3 daughters

2 I am thankful for the 6 Grandsons they gave me

3 I am thankful for my little dog whom gives me so much love 338

5 or 10 Minute Daily Exercise Week 47

Sat, 16 Feb 2013 21:27:47 EST

Back into it again, it has to be a way of life to help us be healthy

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Week 47 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lower Body:

Wednesday: Upper Body:

Thursday: Core:

Friday: Lower Body:

Saturday: Upper Body

5 or 10 Minute Exercise WEEK 46

Sat, 9 Feb 2013 17:55:25 EST

This week I want you to finish this. Exercising has changed my life, my body in what way ??? ........

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Week 46 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lower Body:

Wednesday: Upper Body:

Thursday: Core:

Friday: Lower Body:

Saturday: Upper Body

Try a new Exercise Challenge - Feb 10th - 16th

Sat, 9 Feb 2013 17:31:25 EST

Try a new EXERCISE – or CHANGE exercise
This week I would like to challenge you to "Try a new EXERCISE” or "CHANGE your exercise routine"

So for this week try either a new form of aerobic exercise, a new strength training exercise, or a new exercise video from Anne Burnells page that you have never attempted before.
Or be brave and attend an EXERCISE class for some exercise you have never dreamed of doing
Or - just do an exercise that you haven't done for a time ...

Do you have a dream? (Feb10th - 16th)

Sat, 9 Feb 2013 17:28:44 EST

- Everyone has a dream of what they most want out of their lives but never really fulfill it. Do you have such a dream? This week take some time to think about it, and think of ways to move towards that goal. Do some research on it, check it out on line. Spend 15 minutes this week on your dreams, and see what happens. Talk about your dream here.

Do you celebrate Valentines Day?

Thu, 7 Feb 2013 14:23:41 EST

Do you celebrate Valentines Day? If so how?

5 or 10 Minute Daily Exercise WEEK 54

Sat, 2 Feb 2013 21:39:27 EST

Thanks to all who responded to my question last week. The changes it has made to my life and body ?????

231 332 359 34 23 311 Get those can's out the cupboard for those Nana arms no flab girls

Week 45 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lower Body:

Wednesday: Upper Body:

Thursday: Core:

Friday: Low...

ABC's On How to Exercise

Sat, 2 Feb 2013 21:32:43 EST

Hi team
Here is a way to show our creativity on ways to exercise. Just go to the next letter and list a way to exercise.
Put your thinking cap on
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Freggies Challenge - 3rd - 9th Feb

Sat, 2 Feb 2013 16:05:07 EST

I am repeating the challenge that Millymouse1 kindly ran for me last week - since not one of the people who stated it managed to record that they finished the week.
Whaty is the pioint in doing only 2 or 3 days out of a 7 day challenge?? I realise the last day might not be updated in your entries oweing to time differences - but the rest of the week really should be up to date. Its a case of finishing what you start!!

Eating healthy is one of the most important things to hel...

Huddle Challenge - ongoing

Sat, 2 Feb 2013 15:57:32 EST

We all enjoy doing the huddle on the HUDDLE WALL– and - it’s a great way to maintain motivation, keep our minds on the job as well as letting our friends know we are around and showing support for the leaders too!!
So – Go Team – lets Huddle on the Huddle Wall!!

To find the HUDDLE WALL:
just to the right of this screen there is a moving "Team Stream". Just below it there is a button that says, "View Huddle Wall/Huddle Now". Click on that button. There will be a special ...

Febuary Chat

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 21:43:54 EST

Hey everyone! Hope everyone is having a great week! This thread is for chatting about anything that comes to mind. Feel free to vent or to share your accomplishments, struggles, etc.
How fast is the weeks, months and years are flying us by.
I felt sure I was due my breast screen this month, I have one evry two years, when I rang to make an appointment I was told I had the screening done last year

Have a Sparking good month
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Fruit and Vegetable Challenge 27th Jan to 2nd Feb

Sat, 26 Jan 2013 18:29:54 EST
I am running this for EMMABE1 who is having torrential weather where she live, Tornado's happening left right and centre, flooding, loss of power. We hope she stays safe

Eating healthy is one of the most important things to help us in our diet and to create new and healthy habits! So here's a new challenge!

Try to eat as many fruits and vegetables as you can each day!!

Post what you eat here and lets work towards eating healthier!!

Enjoy 265<...

5 or 10 Minute Daily Exercise Week 44

Sat, 26 Jan 2013 18:21:08 EST
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This week I want you to finish this sentence .... I will exercise this week because .........

Week 44 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lower Body:

Wednesday: Upper Body:

Thursday: Core:

Friday: Lower Body:

Saturday: Upper Body

Chair Exercise Team February Newsletter

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 19:53:14 EST
Hi team

The February newsletter should be in your Sparkmail boxes by now – and as usual the illustrated copy can be found by going to www.chairexercisefun.com
click on the CE Team Magazine Archives button on the right hand side of the front page - then click on the folder – newsletters March 2012 on

Have a Sparkling February, Believe in yourselves and I am sure all of you can make good progress in your journey towards better health and fitness duri...

This may interest you

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 20:19:45 EST
I got this message though Sparkmail - I must stress I know absolutely nothing about it - so be careful. By the way it doesn't mean tapping as in tap dance - They describe it as tapping into unconscious beliefs, patterns, traumas and negative emotions are limiting your ability to create the life that you want?
It may be of interest though to some of you - and it says its free - however it looks rather too good to be true so there could be a catch!!

There will be a 2013 Tapping...

Newspaper Article

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 04:30:53 EST
You may be interested in an article that was done in an Australian newspaper last week on my weight loss – in which mention is given to The Chair Exercise Team
You can find it by going to
www.chairexercisefun.com
Click on the button “Dieticians and Interesting Articles”
Then open the folder “Fraser Coast Chronicle Article”
The Fraser Coast Chronicle kindly gave me permission to show it to you

5 or 10 Minute Daily Exercise Week 43

Sat, 19 Jan 2013 22:14:55 EST
306 Schedule your workouts just like you would any other appointment. Planning a specific time every day to workout will help you stay accountable. This doesn’t mean that you can’t be flexible if something comes up. But when your workout is scheduled into your day, it is a lot easier to fit it in 386 319 362 359

Week 43 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lower Bo...

Sodium challenge Jan 20th – 26th

Sat, 19 Jan 2013 15:42:29 EST
Salt – we all eat salt – our body needs a certain amount – but I wonder how many of you realize how much salt (sodium) you are actually eating in a day. I know a lot of you don’t add extra salt at the table these days – but what about the hidden sodium in foods??
You can track your sodium intake in your nutrition tracker by going to the bottom of the tracker and clicking the button “change nutrition goals” under the list of nutrients and the amounts you require there is a button “Add a...

Shedding pounds project - 20th Jan - 2nd Mar

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 15:45:43 EST
Yesterday I got a message from Indygirl (Beth) - and I thought the challenge she is setting up was great - so I asked if we could support her in this by doing it also. This is her project:

My Next Project:

I'm over on carbs a LOT, which throws me over on calories a LOT. When I curb the carb intake, the calories fall in place and I do much better. I'm not talking about a low carb diet, I'm just talking about eating within my SparkPeople Range. I also notice that many t...

I need help!

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 01:48:19 EST
Will you all please help me with this?! I hsve tried everything and I am going to die if I don't do something and stick to it!!! Thank you to anyone!

Progressive challenge - repeat - 14th - 19th Jan

Sun, 13 Jan 2013 04:18:42 EST
Since you seem to enjoy this challenge - I thought you might like to repeat it again this week. If ypou don't want to repeat this one - I have entered 2 new challenges in other threads also!!

This week we'll have a 6 day Progressive Challenge! Each day we will add another challenge but we will keep doing the first challenge(s):

Monday: Exercise at least 10 minutes.

Tuesday: Exercise at least 10 minutes AND drink at least 6-8 glasses of water.

Wedne...

Water challenge 13th - 19th Jan

Sun, 13 Jan 2013 04:15:14 EST
This challenge is a tough one, and one that most people need help with.

The challenge is drink one glass of water upon waking, one w/ breakfast, two between breakfast and lunch, one w/ lunch, two between lunch and dinner, one w/ dinner.

I hope that this method of getting in enough water during the day is helpful to you, and becomes a habit that you can carry with you long after the challenge is over.

This structure ensures that you stay hydrated throughout ...

Sleep challenge 13th - 19th Jan

Sun, 13 Jan 2013 04:12:05 EST
This week we will have a sleep challenge - we all know that we should get between 7 - 8 hrs sleep each night - but do we?
The challenge is to go to bed every night this week at the same time and to get between 7 - 8hrs sleep every day
Record your results here.

5 ot 10 Minute Daily Exercise Week 42

Sun, 13 Jan 2013 02:55:25 EST
306 I'm sure you can, you actually have to exercise not just put it down on paper and look at it. You know what ???? It aint going to work as much as we would like it to. Do you realise you do it for your life, sitting thinking about it, will take you down faster Soooooo
are we going to get into exercising ????? 386 360 362

Week 42 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lowe...

One Step Closer

Mon, 7 Jan 2013 22:50:59 EST
Hello All! I am excited to come back to SP after a long absence. In 2009 I was diagnosed with a medical condition called Cavernous Malformations (CM) that has altered the way I do things. CM are benign lesions in the brain and spinal cord that effects my in multiple ways: if I am awake I am light headed with dizzy spells on top of that, the left side of my body will go numb, my vision blurs, I have difficulty concentrating at times and my head looks like a bobble head. Needless to say this...

Howdy

Mon, 7 Jan 2013 12:23:13 EST
I'm mom to two beautiful daughters, aged 12 and 14. My younger daughter struggles with severe anxiety, and the older one has a mild autism spectrum disorder. I have a neurological condition called Syringomyelia, which affects my balance and sensitivity, as well as causing chronic paresthesia and nerve pain, although medication helps the pain tremendously. I want to get down to a healthy weight, because my overweight is causing additional health problems, and I've got enough going on as it ...

5 ot 10 Minute Daily exercse

Sun, 6 Jan 2013 02:16:29 EST
386 Lets get serious in our exercising. no-one can do it for you 306

Week 41 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lower Body:

Wednesday: Upper Body:

Thursday: Core:

Friday: Lower Body:

Saturday: Upper Body

3 wk Balance and Stretching Challenge 6th- 26 Jan

Sat, 5 Jan 2013 18:07:08 EST
This challenge will run for the next 3 weeks (Jan 6th - Jan 26th)
This challenge is to do both of these videos every day for 5 days a week

Marching Exercise for Better Balance 3:18

www.sparkpeople.com/mypage_public_jo
urnal_individual.asp?blog_id=4443672

Stretches to start the weekend (2:55)
www.sparkpeople.com/mypage_public_jo
urnal_individual.asp?blog_id=3254466

NOTE: If you are medically tot...

Progressive challenge Jan 6th - 12th

Sat, 5 Jan 2013 18:00:34 EST
This week we'll have a 6 day Progressive Challenge! Each day we will add another challenge but we will keep doing the first challenge(s):

Monday: Exercise at least 10 minutes.

Tuesday: Exercise at least 10 minutes AND drink at least 6-8 glasses of water.

Wednesday: Exercise at least 10 minutes, drink at least 6-8 glasses of water AND and eat at least 5 freggies (fruit and veg)

Thursday: Exercise at least 10 minutes, drink at least 6-8 glasses of ...

Happy 2013!

Tue, 1 Jan 2013 17:16:47 EST
What is/are your new year resolution(s)?

January Chat

Mon, 31 Dec 2012 22:54:29 EST
408 410 HAPPY NEW YEAR 107 107

Pull up a chair, bring your coffee to the table where we can all have a chat.
Here's where we can talk about our day and anything going on.

I am having a lazy day it will be back to normal tomorrow

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5 or 10 Minute Daily Exercise Week 40

Sat, 29 Dec 2012 19:38:27 EST
410 179 HAPPY NEW YEAR 408 107

It will soon be a New Year lets go into it with a BANG 447 283

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Week 40 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lower Body:

Wednesday: Upper Body:

Thursday: Core:

Friday: Lower Body:

S...

A New Year, a Back To Basics Challenge

Sat, 29 Dec 2012 19:26:39 EST
This challenge will run from 30th Dec - 5th Jan
Our first challenge of 2013 will be to get back to the BASICS! Chose at least 2 (or more) of the following mini challenges to work on this week, You may join the challenge at any time during the week. Just work on your mini challenge for the remainder of the days. There is no competition here. This is for our own personal help. Check in daily or at the end of the week to let us know how you did.

1. Drink at least 6-8 glasses of...

brokrn elbow

Thu, 27 Dec 2012 21:50:06 EST
Well I'm back, have been laid up for 6 weeks now, I fell and shattered my elbow. Not what I wanted to do lol,I could use all the prayers I can get! It's still not healed all the way, I've been told I have to get the screw out and more healing.im just not used to not doing anything lol. Like I said I'll take all the prayers for me love and have a happy new year!

New Booklet and January Newsletter

Thu, 27 Dec 2012 14:40:32 EST
Hi team
Thinking towards a new push ready for the New Year - and for those of you who are really serious about losing weight and changing your life to a healthier life – I have produced a new booklet on Goal Setting.
So often I see messages and comments that people won’t make goals because they never meet them or they are afraid of being let down.

Setting strong meaningful goals is at the heart of the Sparkpeople program yet seems to be the most difficult part of this jou...

5 or 10 Daily Exercise Week 39

Sat, 22 Dec 2012 21:50:13 EST
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Just because it is Christmas all the more reason to still get some exercise in. I will be at gym 319 Christmas Eve, Christmas day I will go for a walk 311 Boxing day back to gym 320

On behalf of Ann and my self we wish you a Very Merry Christmas 425 Have a wonderful holiday filled with love with your family, friends. A very Ha...

New Year - new goals - what are yours?

Thu, 20 Dec 2012 19:22:37 EST
2013 is a New Year - a time to re-assess your goals and priorities - and I am not talking about New Years Resolutions here - but rather the long and short term goals you set for yourself - so I am setting this challenge to give yoiu time to think about where you have come from and where you are going to in regard to your main goal of improving your fitness!

What are your short term goals for January??

What are your long term goals for 2013?

Multi-Mini Challenge 21st Dec - 5th Jan

Thu, 20 Dec 2012 19:14:42 EST
I have "borrowed " this challenge from Team Indygirl - I think its a nice way to end the year before we all start anew for 2013!!

This challenge, because everyone is usually so busy during this time of year, will last until 5th Jan to give you time to complete it in between the 1000 other things you will be doing as well.
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You can pick 1 or all of these things to do every day during this time and post here to let us know how you are doing on...

5 or 10 Minute Daily Exercise Week 38

Sun, 16 Dec 2012 16:33:57 EST
Jingle 445 Jingle 445 Jingle 445

Not long to wait for Santa are you ready for him ????? Better get moving 244

Week 38 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lower Body:

Wednesday: Upper Body:

Thursday: Core:

Friday: Lower Body:

Saturday: Upper Body

GOOD morning!

Thu, 13 Dec 2012 03:27:09 EST
Hi everyone! My name is Cledra, I am 31 years old and I have limited mobility. In 2005, I was diagnosed with bilateral hip displasia, shoulder displasia, and I also have degenerative disc disease. I have always been active and athletic so this was very difficult for me to accept. In 2005, I ran 5 miles a day 3x's a week in addition to strength training. I also practiced martial arts throughout my childhood and early teen years. From my teen years to the week before my hips started to dislocat...

hello

Tue, 11 Dec 2012 04:21:02 EST
Hi, I'm joining this team as I am now almost six weeks out from a revision to a hip replacement, and things are going well, but I need some help getting motivated to get fit again! I am still on crutches under doctor's orders, but need to do more general fitness work to counteract the tendency to eat chocolate and watch TV! I like exercise but lapse sometimes and of course it's bit more effort just now. so will be checking in daily for a while and am just about to start a set of exercise if m...

New To The Team

Mon, 10 Dec 2012 11:46:01 EST
Hello. I'm so glad that I found this team. I have mobility problems due to my weight and knee pains, and my doctor told me not to do any exercises that are stressful on my knees. I really enjoy chair exercising but recently I've had trouble motivating myself to do any type of exercise. But all of that is about to change and I believe that joining the team will help motivate me to continue on with my goals.

Thanks for any help that comes my way.

5 or 10 Minute Daily Exercise Week 37

Sun, 9 Dec 2012 00:28:37 EST
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Santa is coming to town, you know he only gives to people who have been good.
He is watching this team making sure you do your exercise's and being good 20

Are you ready for another week ????

Week 36 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lower Body:

Wednesday: Upper Body:

Thursday: ...

Fun Winter Online Game

Tue, 4 Dec 2012 13:37:55 EST
CAROLYN0107 from the Slowest Losers Team - posted this link to this great FREE Winter online Game (or time waster - depending on how you look at it!!)

www.ferryhalim.com/orisinal/g3/bells
.htm
Have fun!!
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EMMABE1 question about pictures in Water booklet?

Sat, 1 Dec 2012 19:53:04 EST
Ann would you share some of your life history with us? What were you doing in those places? From the pictures you shared with us in the Water booklet you have lived or traveled to many unusual places.

New Booklet available - on WATER!!

Sat, 1 Dec 2012 19:51:51 EST
Water - the most underestimated resource on or planet - yet the one that is invaluable in weight loss. 91
This booklet has a rather different introduction that I wrote and illustrated with my own photos on the problems of getting water in under developed countries

To read or download it
Go to Chair Exercise Fun Web Site
www.chairexercisefun.com

Click on thee Booklets button on the right of the front page and open the folder -...

5 or 10 Minute Daily Exercise Week 30

Sat, 1 Dec 2012 19:26:41 EST
Jingle 445 Jingle 445 Ho Ho Ho
Are we in the Christsmas Spirit, no not Whiskey or Rum
Can't stop those exercises now can we ...........

Week 36 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lower Body:

Wednesday: Upper Body:

Thursday: Core:

Friday: Lower Body:

Saturday: Upper Body

December Chat

Sat, 1 Dec 2012 13:49:23 EST
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Wow! December already - and for most of us that means Christmas. Is it me or is time going past faster these days ?
Anyway let's make this month count - working hard at healthy changes - Baby steps lead to big changes!!
Have a great Sparkling month.
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What are your goals for December?

Fri, 30 Nov 2012 22:52:30 EST
You all know that setting goals - both long and short term goals - is the best way to achieve your ultimate "better health and fitness" goal.
I guess some of your November goals maybe got the wobbles with Thanksgiving but all is not lost - another month is starting - a fresh start -
So what short term goals have you planned for the month of December?
You can record them here and check them off as you achieve them - staying accountable is also a great way to stay on track.

A - Z - Christmas and Winter things I like!!

Fri, 30 Nov 2012 19:12:29 EST
Angels

Special Christmas Sparkpage Competition 1 - 15 Dec

Fri, 30 Nov 2012 19:01:17 EST
Decorate your Sparkpage for Christmas - or if you are not celebrating Christmas - for Winter.
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The winners will be announced on 22nd Dec
It is in 2 parts - You must have your page decorated by 15th Dec
When your page is decorated you need yo leave a message in this thread so that the judges know to look at it.
2 judges will then judge the best 3
I will then ...

December Chair Exercise Newsletter

Mon, 26 Nov 2012 16:15:01 EST
The newsletter for December is in your Sparkmail box now - and the illustrated copy should be available by tonight - I will update this message
EDIT:
The illustrated version with some very Aussie Christmas pictures is now available
Go to http//:www.chairexercisefun.com
Click on the "CE Team Monthly Magazine Archive " button on the right hand side of the front page
Open the folder "Vol 2 - Chair Exercise Team Newsletters - May 2012 on" and you will se...

5 or 10 Minute Daily Exercise

Sat, 24 Nov 2012 19:58:39 EST
492 53 267 370 368

Thanksgiving has passed I hope you all ate well and didn't over do it. Now back to the healthy things to eat. Take pride in yourself, love yourself you know 306

Week 35 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lower Body:

Wednesday: Upper Body:

Thursday: Core:

Friday: Lower Body:
...

Do You Own ...............

Sat, 24 Nov 2012 19:52:26 EST
You answer the previous person's question of "Do you own..?" and then leave a new question for the next person:

DYO ... bicycle

Next person replies Yes or No

then asks DYO ?????

Did you have a Healthy Thanksgiving??

Sat, 24 Nov 2012 04:27:21 EST
Tell us the HEALTHY things you did over Thanksgiving to help you continue to lose weight or maintain your weight loss

5 or 10 Minute Daily Exercise 34

Sat, 17 Nov 2012 05:48:52 EST
45 368 258 373 492
Think wellness not weight loss. Do you only make good food choices when you are trying to lose weight? This could lead to rebound weight gain if you go back to your old habits once you’ve reached your goal. “You have to eat every day, so why not eat better every day?”

Week 33 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lower Body:...

Today I ----------To MARCH forward on this journey

Sat, 17 Nov 2012 05:41:49 EST
381 386 What did you do TODAY to help you reach your long term goals? We may not always have a perfect day, but there is always some little thing we can do to turn it around!

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What will you give up this week??

Fri, 16 Nov 2012 23:36:16 EST
Note: This is a 5 Day challenge only!!
For these 5 days I want you to give something up!! You are to nominate at the start of the challenge what you will give up and record it in this thread. It might be – snacks after 8pm, It might be chocolate, it might be cookies etc but it should be something that will help you get toward your goal. You decide.
Record what you are going to give up and then record if you were successful on each of the five days..

What knee exercise do you do? Knee cap dance here.

Thu, 15 Nov 2012 10:17:39 EST
What knee strengthening exercise do you do? I found this one and I think it is helping my knee. You can do it while watching TV or in your car..anywhere just about.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A7gPajdzj
e0

Need help with the 5-10 min daily exercise

Mon, 12 Nov 2012 21:15:34 EST
I hope someone can help me.

I have a "frozen" shoulder. I've been doing upper arm within my range of motion.

BUT, the Core stuff I see (and have been doing) also has a lot of arm motion so the 2 days in a row of arms is starting to take a toll on my shoulder.

Does anyone have a video or a list of exercises for Core that I can do seated that do not have a lot of arm activity? I have been using this video for my Core: youtu.be/d2-B-BPmlPA

Random Challenge

Mon, 12 Nov 2012 00:00:53 EST
3 days only – the 3 days can be any three during the week.
The challenge over these 3 days is do 2 different things, You must do BOTH 1 and 2
1- Give out as many “smiles:” as you can every day either goodies or emoticons to as many people as you can
2- Read and comment on as many blogs by Chair Exercise Team Members as you can, each day for the three days.

optional support opportunity

Sun, 11 Nov 2012 11:17:32 EST
I am a friend of Beth D. AKA Indygirl

Beth has been inspirational, active, is a leader of several groups, writes blogs ,organizes rallies, and is in process of overcoming health issues.

In her recent blog, she shared that she would be having an upcoming surgery on her shoulder on the rotator cuff. Her doctors have also suggested possible knee replacements in the future.AS you can imagine, this is alot to contend with.

She has expressed that she is g...

optional support opportunity

Sat, 10 Nov 2012 21:57:38 EST
I am a friend of Beth D.

Beth has been inspirational, active, is a leader of several groups, writes blogs ,organizes rallies, and is in process of overcoming health issues.

In her recent blog, she shared that she would be having an upcoming surgery on her shoulder on the rotator cuff. Her doctors have also suggested possible knee replacements in the future.AS you can imagine, this is alot to contend with.

She has expressed that she is going to back...

Welcome to Australia where it's Summer and Hot Hot

Sat, 10 Nov 2012 19:14:03 EST
It’s time to get this PARTY started! 344 218 298

P = Pushups x 10 (any variation) or Sit up's if easier

A = Arms x 10 (any arm exercise you like)

R = Rumps x 10 (anything that works that booty)

T = Thighs & legs x 10 (any exercise that works your legs)

Y = Yummy Tummy x 10 (any exercise that works your tummy)

Put on those swimmers and jump through the waves with the Cougars:
S...

5 or 10 Minute Daily Exercise Week 33

Sat, 10 Nov 2012 19:10:21 EST
Remember... If you count calories it’s really one of the most effective ways to lose weight, you know that the more you exercise, the more calories you burn — and the bigger your calorie deficit.
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386 381 more importantly ..... 306

Week 33 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lower Body:

W...

New Word Game - Healthy Foods

Fri, 9 Nov 2012 23:45:00 EST
From - FLRED12
My suggestion is that the word igiven by the next person start with the last letter of the previous word . All words suggested are required to be healthy foods.
Example - I say - apple - the next person says Eggplant - the next person - something starting with T etc!!

Welcome to Australia where it's Summer and Hot Hot

Sat, 3 Nov 2012 23:10:49 EST
It’s time to get this PARTY started! 362 277 368

P = Pushups x 10 (any variation) or Sit up's if easier

A = Arms x 10 (any arm exercise you like)

R = Rumps x 10 (anything that works that booty)

T = Thighs & legs x 10 (any exercise that works your legs)

Y = Yummy Tummy x 10 (any exercise that works your tummy)

Put on those swimmers and jump through the waves with the Cougars:
S...

What's for Dinner??

Sat, 3 Nov 2012 22:31:07 EST
We have our main meal at lunch time as it fits into our way of life better - and for lunch today we are having Slimmed down Apricot Chicken with Salad and some fresh Cantaloupe

When do you have your main meal in the day? and what are you having today/tomorrow??

One word answers -

Sat, 3 Nov 2012 19:26:57 EST
This was suggested by BENITATOO

Not as easy as you may think, use only one word answers.
Copy and paste the questions and answer - ONE WORD ANSWERS ONLY

Where is your cell phone?

Your hair?

Your favorite thing?

Your dream last night?

Favorite drink?

What room are you in?

Your hobby?

Your fear?

Where do you want to be in 6 years?

Where were you last night? <...

Move your Butt Challenge - 4th - 10th Nov

Sat, 3 Nov 2012 19:18:04 EST
This week's challenge is that of MOVING.....Exercise.... Fitness!
Chose one or more mini challenges to work on this week. Let us know what your goals are.

Here are some ideas:
Meet aerobic exercise guidelines/week (3 times a week minimum)
Meet strength training guidelines/week (3 times a week)
Take 5,000 steps per day
Mix up your workout (do one new thing/day)
-- Try a new aerobic exercise
-- Try a new strength exercise
-- Consult a trainer ...

Hello guys

Sat, 3 Nov 2012 10:17:44 EST
Hello guys my name is kristine :)
I have always been a very active person doing high impact cardio and loving every min of it always taking the stairs and walking everywhere.
well 6 months ago woke up and had such tremendous pain and wasn't able to walk.. went through a bunch of test and on wednesday was diagnose with in both knees osteoarthritis left ankle left elbow and left wrist.. It drives me crazy that i can't put my ipod on and dance like a fool so when i saw this group i ...

5 or 10 Minute Daily Exercise Week 32

Sat, 3 Nov 2012 06:38:30 EST
Did you slip up? Have a moment of weakness? “Use any splurge as motivation to get yourself back on track,” simply tell yourself that you will recommit, and make up for it.
You can do this right now 244 306
This can be found under Callenges and Exercise Furm.

This is the link on how to Copy and Paste ....

www.youtube.com/watch?v=c66pvfilotA

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Week 32 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

November Chat

Thu, 1 Nov 2012 20:51:22 EST
213 223 's oooops I have just woken up that it is the 2nd of November here in Australia Sorry running a bit late

Join in! Pull up a chair and sit down for a while and share your ups, your downs.Your like's, dislikes or just anything you feel like at that moment
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What are your goals for Nov??

Thu, 1 Nov 2012 15:24:28 EST
You all know that setting goals - both long and short term goals - is rthe best way to achieve your ultimate "better health and fitness" goal.
So what short term goals have you planned for the month of November?
You can record them here and check them off as you achieve them - staying accountable is also a great way to stay on track.

Happy Halloween! Remember to Monster Mash!

Wed, 31 Oct 2012 19:08:41 EST
Sis & I just did our workout to the Monster Mash! I was chair dancing and she was feet dancing. lol!

www.youtube.com/watch?v=FeZftK2kO6U

Enjoy!

Share Storm Experiences Here or leave wishes!!

Mon, 29 Oct 2012 15:47:05 EST
This thread is for members to either tell us they are OK - or to share experiences after the storm on the East Coast has gone, or for anyone else to leave messages for the people affected.
Meanwhile - take care!!

Something for YOU - Challenge - 28th Oct - 3rd Nov

Sat, 27 Oct 2012 23:23:42 EST
This week I want you to do something for you!! Take time out, and give yourself a treat, just for you!! It needn’t involve spending money – it could be a long hot bath, or read that book you keep promising yourself you will read.
What ever you do – it should be “you” time and you should feel good after doing it!!

Motivational Discussion - 28th Oct - 3rd Nov.

Sat, 27 Oct 2012 20:19:03 EST
Halloween - Ghosts, and Ghouls - and Trick or Treat. 423 419

Do you, or your children go Trick or Treating?
Do you have to (or feel you have to) buy sweets to give to children who come knocking?
Do you give sweets or do you give healthy treats? If so what healthy treats?

Weigh-In Accountability - 28th Oct - 12th Jan

Sat, 27 Oct 2012 20:14:14 EST
We are going into the “food” season in USA – Thanksgiving, Halloween, Christmas, New Year – all times when food takes center stage.

Starting on 28th October I will be starting a Weigh in Thread – this is NOT a weight loss challenge – it is to keep you accountable over the holidays. It will run for 11 weeks – from 28th October to 12th Jan. 386
It doesn’t matter whether you gain, lose or stay the same – It does matter that you are accountable during this Festive...

5 or 10 Minute Daily Exercise Week 31

Sat, 27 Oct 2012 19:05:37 EST
Let's go team there is no rest if you want to get trim, taut and terrific
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Week 31 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lower Body:

Wednesday: Upper Body:

Thursday: Core:

Friday: Lower Body:

Saturday: Upper Body

Determined to get started and get healthy

Sat, 27 Oct 2012 18:51:58 EST
I have been visiting Spark People since April 2012 and kept putting off the inevitable. Now I know I really have to do something for myself and with Spark People I can get the support and help needed.
I'm still trying to work my way round the site and understand it - even with the help of the tutorials. I love the meal plans but I also love the recipes, so I will be mixing them up. Although I wish my chosen recipes could be added to my meal plan and grocery list for the week.
Wish m...

November Newsletter Feedback

Fri, 26 Oct 2012 01:00:25 EST
By now you will have received the November Team Newsletter in your Sparkmail boxes.
Anyone who has not - please go to
www.chairexercisefun.com - click on the "CE Team monthly magazine archive" button on the right hand side of the front page - then click on the folder - Vol 2 - Chair Exercise Team Newsletters - May 2012 onwards - you will find the illustrated copy of the November newsletter in there
Any feedback can be left in this thread.

71/70-Day challenge until 2013 ~ Won't you join in

Sun, 21 Oct 2012 22:49:52 EST
This challenge comes from JOYFUL78 in Team Indygirl - and she invented it as a result of read this very thought provoking article "What if It's All Been a Big Fat Lie?" www.nytimes.com/2002/07/07/magazine/
what-if-it-s-all-been-a-big-fat-lie.ht
ml?pagewanted=all&src=pm
Anyway - no matter what you think - to do the challenge for YOURSELF is a good idea!!

141 This is a 71/70 - Day Challenge until 2013 ~ Won't you join in ? 141 ...

5 or 10 Minute Daily Exercise Week 30

Sat, 20 Oct 2012 22:26:52 EST
I would love to hear if you are feeling the benefit from exercising.
Another week lets go,
You aren't restricted to 5 or 10 minutes do what you are capable doing, just move the body

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Week 30.................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lower Body:

Wednesday: Upper Body:

Thursday: Core:

Friday: Lower Body:

Saturday: Uppe...

Rocky Mountains e-trek - week 8 - final week!!

Sat, 20 Oct 2012 19:31:23 EST
Week 8

- Glacier George Trail head – Ribbon Falls, backtrack the to Timberline Falls, then to Dream, Nymph and Emerald Lakes 22 miles
A map showing the route for your interest can be found at in Team Photos (look on the right of the Team page, under the Huddle button is a red link – Photos – click on this – wk 8 maps are there!!)
The route is marked in blue and the camp sites in orange.
As well as the trail map for this last trail – you will find a map of the ...

Exercise Challenge - Oct 21st - 27th Oct

Sat, 20 Oct 2012 00:04:26 EST
Strength Training is very important when we are losing weight. When one puts weight on and doesn’t lead an active life the muscles in the body start to break down – as you lose weight you need to rebuild those muscles. Also as the body fat goes, the muscles are what shapes the body, so in order to look good one needs to build and tone the muscles.

It is recommended that one only strength trains every second day and only 3 times a week.

Strength training will not giv...

Motivational discussion 21st - 27th Oct

Fri, 19 Oct 2012 23:58:13 EST
That the birds of worry and care fly over you head, this you cannot change,
but that they build nests in your hair, this you can prevent.
-Chinese Proverb

How can you interpret this in your life?

A - Z - Halloween things

Fri, 19 Oct 2012 23:54:08 EST
Apple dunking

Do You.....??

Fri, 19 Oct 2012 23:52:33 EST
Do you play computer games when on the computer?
If so which games?
Or do you get on to the computer, check in at Sparkpeople and get off??

Rocky Mountains e-Trek - week 7

Sun, 14 Oct 2012 22:46:26 EST
Week 7 –

Deer Ridge Trail head and Beaver Mountain Loop – 6.1miles
www.protrails.com/trail.php?trailID=
221
And
Deer Mountain Loop – 9.2 miles
www.protrails.com/trail.php?trailID=
96
The route up Deer Mountain begins in a stand of mature ponderosa pine and winds upward past lodgepole pine, aspen, and limber pine to the summit plateau. Spectacular views of the Continental Divide. Snow cover on summit may be 3-5 ...

Schooling question

Sat, 13 Oct 2012 19:06:00 EST
School just restarted for many schools in North America and other locations. Do you send your children to school or do you homeschool? If you send your children to school, do you now have more time to take care of your health needs? Exercise? Cooking? Also, if you homeschool your children, do you now have less time for yourself and your health needs?

Mini challenges - 14th - 20th Oct

Sat, 13 Oct 2012 19:03:01 EST
Mini Challenges - Challenge will be to do FOUR or more of the following mini challenges:

1. Eat at least 2 fruits a day! Post on this thread which fruits you ate.
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2. Give a Happy Face Goodie or emoticon to at least 10 different members of the Chair Exercise Team during the week
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3. Track ALL your foods for at least 5 days in the Sparkpeople Nutrition Tracker
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Motivational discussion - Oct 14th - 20th

Sat, 13 Oct 2012 18:57:36 EST
“If it is to be, it’s up to me” via Caleb Anthony Parker

No-one else is going to lose weight for us - no-one else is going to make the changes needed to make our life healthier - WE have to do it for ourselves

5 or 10 Minute Daily Exercise Week 29

Sat, 13 Oct 2012 03:44:02 EST
Come and get physical 244 306 381 386

Week 29 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lower Body:

Wednesday: Upper Body:

Thursday: Core:

Friday: Lower Body:

Saturday: Upper Body

Rocky Mountains e-Trek - week 6

Sat, 6 Oct 2012 23:56:55 EST
Week 6

Cow creek trailhead to Lost Lake and then on to Lake Louise

Lost Falls / Lost Lake (7.7 miles to the Falls, 9.7 to the Lake)
This is a beautiful hike through the rarely-used northeast corner of the park. To find the trailhead, take Devil's Gulch Road from the town of Estes Park (inquire locally if you have trouble finding it). Take the road through the tiny town of Glen Elder and then approximately two miles further north. A forest access sign will point yo...

5 or 10 Minute Daily Exercise Week 28

Sat, 6 Oct 2012 05:54:17 EST
Time to get back into the swing of things again. I know I do, after being away I have to work harder as I did put a little bit back on. Come Ladies lets get into it
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Week 28 .................

Sunday: Stretches: 50 mins gym 54 mins mowing

Monday: Core: 30 minutes walking 50 minutes core at gym

Tuesday: Lower Body: Too sore

Wednesday: Upper Body: 75 mins core 25 mins pum...

Vege mini challenges - Oct7th - Oct 13th

Sat, 6 Oct 2012 01:09:17 EST
Veges are IN this week!! The VEGE Challenge will be to do THREE or more of the following mini challenges:

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1. Eat at least 4 veg a day! Post on this thread which fruits you ate.
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2. Give a VEGE SparkGoodie to a different Chair Exercise member each of the three days.
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3. Use lots of VEGE Emoticons when you post on the teams treads.
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Motivational discussion - 7 Oct - 13 Oct

Sat, 6 Oct 2012 01:05:36 EST
Nurture yourself
If we keep giving of ourselves without looking after our own needs, we may become resentful, frustrated and depressed. As well as giving of ourselves to our families, our friends, our work etc. We need to make sure we are doing things for ourselves. It is very important to keep nurturing ourselves..

Do you agree? Have you had experience of this?

This or that - again!!

Sat, 6 Oct 2012 01:02:28 EST
Do you use Herbs and spices or salt to flavour foods?

A - Z - Places you would like to visit and why?

Sat, 6 Oct 2012 01:00:43 EST
Abingdon - UK - because I lived there as a child and I would like to see how its changed.

THE NEWBE

Mon, 1 Oct 2012 23:57:56 EST
HI EVERYONE MY NAME IS JULIE I JUST JOINED SP 2 WEEKS AGO HAVE ABT 80 TO LOSE. I JUST FOUND OUT IM A PREDIABETIC. I ALSO HAVE FOUND OUT I HAVE A DAMAGED SCIATIC NERVE AND I AM HAVING LEG PROBLEMS. SO I CANT REALLY EXERCISE MUCH AND MY DOC SAID IT MIGHT BE BETTER AFTER THE HOLIDAYS. IM LIKE WILL NOW WHAT AM I TO DO. HE SAID I COULD SWIM, I DONT LIKE TO SWIM AND WHERE WOULD I SWIM I CANT AFFORD TO JOIN A GYM.

October Chat

Mon, 1 Oct 2012 14:44:38 EST
Hi team
I have changed the chat this month as Sandra has only just got home from her break with her rellies in Queensland. She was burning the candle at both ends from the sound of it - but I am sure you will hear more later!!
Have a great month
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Did anyone have trouble log in in Sat. night

Sun, 30 Sep 2012 16:27:55 EST
I was trying to log on last night, and it was so slow. I never got back on. Stopped trying around 10p I think. I didn't finish logging my food.

Other sites loaded fast but not SP.

article

Sun, 30 Sep 2012 13:07:25 EST
This was from Calorie Count this morning. It has links related to chair exercises Might have something we can use.

caloriecount.about.com/sculpt-your-l
egs-while-sitting-b587664?utm_source=n
ewsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaig
n=newsletter_20120930&utm_term=title1 359

Zookiness chair exercises

Sun, 30 Sep 2012 12:09:49 EST
Found a dvd from long ago when i did not have a dvd player on my t.v.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=veoznozdV
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October Team Newsletter

Sat, 29 Sep 2012 23:32:03 EST
The October Team newsletter should be in your Sparkmail boxes now
From tomorrow (30th Sept - USA time) it will be on the web site archived - go to www.chairexercisefun.com
and click on - the button on the right hand side of the front page "CE Team Monthly Magazine Archive" then select the folder - March 2012 on. You will find it there!!
You can read it there or print it from there.
Enjoy!!

Yet another - This or That

Sat, 29 Sep 2012 20:02:12 EST
Do you use Liquid or Powder Laundry Detergent?

A - Z Things about Autumn (Fall) I like

Sat, 29 Sep 2012 20:00:27 EST
Apple Cider

Rocky Mountains e-Trek - week 5

Sat, 29 Sep 2012 19:45:03 EST
Week 5 –
Starting at The Kawuneeche Visitor Center Trek to Bear Lake Trail Head along Continental Divide National Scenic Trail - 12miles
www.protrails.com/trail.php?trailID=
43
www.protrails.com/trail.php?trailID=
39

Day 1 –
Group 1 – 300 steps or 10min
Group 2 – 1000 steps, or 25min
Group 3 – 2000 steps or 40min
Starting early this morning we leave the Kawuneeche Visitor Centre and wander alo...

Try a new Exercise or Change your exercise.

Sat, 29 Sep 2012 19:38:04 EST
This challenge goes from Sept 30th - 6th Oct

Try a new EXERCISE – or CHANGE exercise
This week I would like to challenge you to "Try a new EXERCISE” or "CHANGE your exercise routine"

So for this week try either a new form of aerobic exercise, a new strength training exercise, or a new exercise video from Anne Burnells page that you have never attempted before.
Or be brave and attend an EXERCISE class for some exercise you have never dreamed of doing
Or...

I am so ready for this :]

Sat, 29 Sep 2012 19:18:21 EST
Hi my name is Erin. I have finally decided to get up off my lazy butt and lose some weight! I have a 6 month old daughter, and after a fall in May, in which I broke both of my ankles and my wrist, I need to get rid of this extra weight and started getting healthy for my daughter's sake. I now have a metal plate, 9 screws, and a tightrope in my right ankle, leaving me with a permanent limp, which makes walking very difficult. I was very excited to find a team that can help me through this :]

Motivational Discussion - 30th Sept - 6th Oct

Sat, 29 Sep 2012 17:13:19 EST
Do you have a fantasy ? A dream about yourself and something you want to do, or picture yourself in some special clothes or dream that you are thin and healthy and maybe even young again!!
I think its essential for people like us who are struggling daily just to complete the day to day living tasks to dream or fantasize!! Whether we will ever get to that position is not important.
I think fantasy also helps motivate us in some ways - we keep hoping and thus working towards our f...

Please read Emmabe1 Blog "I walked 1.3 miles"

Fri, 28 Sep 2012 18:53:20 EST
I think this blog is one of the best blogs to encourage all of us not to give up! I think many if not all of us have had those times where we felt we were holding or going back due to life, injuries or health problems. I wish we as a team could vote this as one of the best blogs and let it get out to everyone on SP. I'm not sure how that works but I did click on "I like this blog". I know I am encouraged by this and when I hit those hard places and we will I can think of Ann and her trip to B...

Thank you

Wed, 26 Sep 2012 19:02:50 EST
I am so thankful to chair exercises. I was so weak. My hemoglobin was 9. I was too weak to stand, lost my confidence, and hit 424 lbs.

I knew I had to move, and chair exercises helped me. I am so much stronger. I have only lost 3 lbs, but I have lost inches, and gained strength.

I have been tutoring since my school was closed in 2009. I complete my master's in Reading Ed in May. Today I was hired to teach Kindergarten Phonemic awareness.

I was so afraid...

How to record chair aerobics

Sun, 23 Sep 2012 10:27:10 EST
How is everyone else recording their time and/or calories burned? I do not see an category for chair exercises although I do see one for dance (including Zumba). Are you guesstimating? I did 20 min of Zumba chair exercises this AM but truly don't know how to record it.. Ideas are welcome please.. Thank you in advance, Donna

Rocky Mountains e-Trek - week 4

Sat, 22 Sep 2012 22:27:06 EST
Week 4 –
Fourth Lake to Grand Lake - 22 miles – with the chance of some water sports on Grand Lake on the last day
www.protrails.com/trail.php?trailID=
95

Day 1 –
Group 1 - 250 steps or 8min
Group 2 – 2500 steps or 35min
Group 3 – 6000 steps or 75min
We will start at Fourth Lake a pretty little lake nestled in the mountains, and walk to Spirit Lake today – a short walk but fairly hard as the ground is boggy and the track ...

5 day challenge - Sept 24th - 28th

Sat, 22 Sep 2012 21:40:20 EST
5 day Challenge – 24th Sept - 28th Sept
Note: This is a 5 day challenge only!! It runs Monday through Friday of this week only.

For these 5 days I want you to give something up!! You are to nominate at the start of the challenge what you will give up and record it in this thread. It might be – snacks after 8pm, It might be chocolate, it might be cookies etc but it should be something that will help you get toward your goal. You decide.
Record what you are going to g...

5 or 10 Minute Daily Exercise Week 26

Sat, 22 Sep 2012 19:44:03 EST
Ladies, Reasons to Exercise ....... May lengthen lifespan. Reduces blood pressure.

Decreases risk for several types of cancer. Sounds to me to be a good enough reason
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Week 26 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lower Body:

Wednesday: Upper Body:

Thursday: Core:

Friday: Lower Body:
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exercises

Sat, 22 Sep 2012 16:38:23 EST
Where can I find chair exercises. I recently had knee surgery and I still need my other knee operated on. I dont have problems with the new knee. Its the other one I need help for.

Motivational Discussion - 23rd Sept - 29th Sept

Sat, 22 Sep 2012 15:36:11 EST
“Don’t let the noise of others’ opinions drown out your own inner voice. And most important, have the courage to follow your heart and intuition.”--Steve Jobs

Do you agree or not?

A - Z - Fruits and veges

Sat, 22 Sep 2012 15:26:08 EST
Name fruits or veges in alphabetical order

Another this or That

Sat, 22 Sep 2012 15:23:26 EST
When you spread something on bread, rolls or savoury biscuits - do you spread
Butter, margarine or low fat cream cheese?

Accountability

Sun, 16 Sep 2012 12:54:27 EST
Has anyone started a buddy system? I don't know about you, but I need someone to hold me accountable for exercising at least 10 minutes a day. Otherwise, I just won't do it! I want to and need to exercise. I'm unable to walk and my exercise ability is limited, but I can move my upper torso. I don't have arms and therefore can't do weights. I'm sure there's probably no one in my situation exactly, but anyone want to be my exercise buddy? Just send me an email! I'd really appreciate it!

Rocky Mountains Trek - week 3

Sun, 16 Sep 2012 04:29:01 EST
Week 3 -
Fall River and Chasm Falls Trek
This is a slideshow of the drive that we are going to trek this week for those interested!
www.mountaindrama.com/rocky/FallRive
rRoad/FallRvrRoadHome.html
A map showing the route for your interest can be found at in Team Pictures (look on the right of the Team page, under the Huddle button is a red link – Photos – click on this – wk 3 map is there!!)
The route is marked in blue and the camp sites in ...

5 or 10 Minute Daily Exercise Week 25

Sun, 16 Sep 2012 00:31:56 EST
I hope all who have been doing this exercise over the weeks is starting to notice a difference in there thrength. A healthy heart is a happy heart by exercising you will make your heart happy.
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Week 25 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lower Body:

Wednesday: Upper Body:

Thursday: Core:

Friday: Lower Body:

Sat...

Exercise your Mind Challenge (September 15-22)

Sat, 15 Sep 2012 01:03:45 EST
Your challenge this week (September 15-22) is to Exercise you Mind.

Your mind is like any other part of your body-Use it or Lose it. This week your challenge is to practice ways to work your mind.
You may share your experiences and ideas with other team members on this thread. 149 189 17 189 203

Weekly Motivation (September 15-22)

Sat, 15 Sep 2012 00:55:37 EST
Knowing is not enough; we must apply.
Willing is not enough; we must do.

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

Confessions of a Diet Soda Drinker

Tue, 11 Sep 2012 00:51:05 EST
I drank Diet Coke and Caffeine-free Diet Coke since I was 15 y/o. I have severe obesity, heart disease, insulin resistance, urinary incontinence and multiple fractures in my spine including my neck. If you want to know how I got this way read at this link
SAVE YOURSELVES. QUIT TODAY. I am 59 y/o. When I started we didn't know any better. www.wellandgoodnyc.com/2012/07/31/do
-you-have-a-dirty-little-dietary-secre
t-and-is-it-called-diet-coke/comment-p
age-1/#comment-20464...

This or that - 4

Sun, 9 Sep 2012 02:37:01 EST
Tea, coffee or herbal drinks or something else?

A - Z - Countries around the world

Sun, 9 Sep 2012 02:35:20 EST
Name countries around the world - in alphabetical order

Let's lose weight for Christmas!! 15 Sept - 15 Dec

Sat, 8 Sep 2012 23:15:35 EST
Lets try to lose some weight before Christmas- this is a monthly weight loss challenge - that will run for the next 3 months - 15th Sept - 15th Dec - This is the Autumn/Winter in Northern Hemisphere and a great time to lose weight - so lets do this!!
You should nominate your own target weight loss for each month - but remember it should be high enough to be a challenge.
You can weigh in and record your weight either every week or every month - but you must record a start weight and...

Rocky Mountains Trek - week 2

Sat, 8 Sep 2012 23:05:15 EST
Week 2 will be a trail in – The Falls River area – you can find the map in the photo section off our team page (look on the right hand side of the team page and under the Huddle button – Photos is in red – click on this and the Wk 2 map is there)
The route is marked in blue and the camp spots in orange.

Each day – record in this thread, how you went – if you arrived at the destination and what you saw on the way, and about the camp sites we used and the camp food too!! We ...

5 or 10 Minute Daily Exercise Week 24

Sat, 8 Sep 2012 20:54:15 EST
Are you willing to make a real inner change?
Are you willing to change the way you think?
Are you willing to develop a mental power

Exercise will help you do this. Strengthen the mind along with the body
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Week 24 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lower Body:

Wednesday: Upper Body:

Thursday: Core:
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Weekly Motivation ( September 8--15 )

Fri, 7 Sep 2012 15:55:07 EST
Nothing will ever be attempted if all possible objections must first be overcome.

Samuel Johnson

Setting Goals Challenge (September 8 - 15)

Fri, 7 Sep 2012 15:44:36 EST
Your challenge this week ( September 8-15 ) is to focus on your goals.

Are your goals SMART? ( Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, Timely) If not, this may be contributing to keeping you from moving in the direction you wish to go.
Goals change with every choice we make. You may be surprised at what you uncover!

You may share your experiences, and insights with other team members on this thread. 378 207 58 90...

Eco cleaning products

Fri, 7 Sep 2012 02:07:55 EST
Eco cleaning products
Why not try these eco friendly home cleaning products? ..........................read on
www.homelife.com.au/homes/bathroom/e
co+cleaning+products+,4239?utm_medium=
network-referral-lifestyle&utm_campaig
n=homelife&utm_content=Eco%2Bcleaning%
2Bproducts%2B

My tiny voice, my dim light

Thu, 6 Sep 2012 18:52:03 EST
I am trying yet again to lose weight. More importantly, I am trying to move, to live, and feel again. I began Michael Horn's "Sit and get fit" DVD yesterday. It was wonderful. I felt alive and so relaxed I felt like I had 2 glasses of wine.

Half way through the video my foot pain disappeared. It helps with circulation. I now feel like I can do something good for me without failing. 100 yr old people use this video as well. It is great.

I am severely anemic, and trying...

5 or 10 Minute Daily Exercise WEEK 23

Sat, 1 Sep 2012 23:40:03 EST
Another fresh new week is here again. Are we ready for another round ???? 306

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Week 23 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lower Body:

Wednesday: Upper Body:

Thursday: Core:

Friday: Lower Body:

Saturday: Upper Body

Rocky Mountains Challenge - week 1

Sat, 1 Sep 2012 00:45:19 EST
Trek Notes:
We will take the shuttle bus to Bear Lake. See URL on the shuttle bus route for your interest:
www.mountaindrama.com/rocky/BearLake
RdHome.html
Bear Lake is a scenic alpine lake that features a road leading to its’ shores. Bear Lake Road makes the lake accessible and crowded. To avoid the hassle of finding a parking spot on a summer afternoon try taking the shuttle from Moraine Park Museum. The lake serves as the terminus for many trails withi...

Weekly Reflection (September 1-7)

Fri, 31 Aug 2012 21:45:14 EST
Most people can look back over the years and identify a time and place at which their lives changed significantly. Whether by accident or design, these are the moments when, because of a readiness within us and a collaboration with events occurring around us, we are forced to seriously reappraise ourselves and the conditions under which we live and to make certain choices that will affect the rest of our lives. - Frederick F. Flack 149

Track Your Nutrition Challenge (Sept 1-7)

Fri, 31 Aug 2012 21:15:45 EST
Using your Nutrition Tracker to help achieve your goals.

This week (Sept 1-7) your challenge will be to track what you eat. Focus on one or two of the
following: Carbohydrates, Protein, or Fats. Stay within the recommended guidelines for the nutrients selected. Are you meeting your daily nutritional requirements?
Remember that everything which goes into your mouth counts!
Share your experiences and insights with other team members on this thread.
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September Chat

Fri, 31 Aug 2012 19:29:01 EST
Welcome to another month what is on your mind these day's Your weight? Your strength? Your health? Your family? Your friends? Your pets? Your everyday chores?
For me it is all of the above so we can talk about just about anything here. These are all important but sometimes they can be a struggle too.

Have a great month

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Stuck on a train; fitness ideas needed!!

Wed, 29 Aug 2012 23:30:13 EST
Hey everyone!

In October, I will be taking the Amtrak from St. Louis to Chicago, then from Chicago to West Virginia. My total travel time will be about 24 hours, including a 3-4 hour wait at Union Station. Last time I checked my baggage it was lost, so I will be carrying a rolling suitcase and a large carry-on holding, among other things, my healthy foods for the day and all my medications. I will also have a backpack with my laptop, e-readers, camera, etc. and my purse, which is n...

Two new Booklets and Sept Team Newsletter

Tue, 28 Aug 2012 23:56:35 EST
I have just uploaded 2 new booklets for you
1 – Fish dishes – ideas on using fish – all types of fish – canned, fresh and shell fish
2 – Healthy Breakfast Dishes – the ideas that you sent me – and a few from both Sandra and I

They can be found by going to my web site www.chairexercisefun.com
and clicking on the “booklets” button located on the right hand side of the first page – then open the folder – “Cookery and Food Related Booklets” – you will s...

Buddy has a name!!

Tue, 28 Aug 2012 00:08:17 EST
304 to everyone who voted.
Results of the voting

Buddy Names
Out of 55 votes – the results were
Simba and Plunger – 1 vote each
Speedy or Speedy Gonzales and Fiddlesticks ties with 2 votes each
Charlie – 3 votes
Spunky – 4 votes
Ucan – 6 votes
Herbie and Zippedeedoda - 7 votes each
Sparkie /SPARKY – 22 votes (since these 2 are the same name but different spelling – I put them together!!)

This means that his name...

CHAIR STARING ME DOWN

Sun, 26 Aug 2012 07:20:14 EST
I have an exercise chair sitting 5 ft. from me that I use for
a place to drape my clothes over! I have been using my
Back2Life machine everyday but my chair just remains
a reminder of what I should be doing. I broke my right leg
in 8 places -many surgeries -went from wheelchair to
walker and cane and now walking again. I weighed 248
at my highest - now down to 154 with 20 lbs to go. I
need to use that chair if only because I spent the money
to buy...

Mini-Multi Challenge - Aug 26th- Sept 1st.

Sun, 26 Aug 2012 00:37:43 EST
Starting SUNDAY 26th there will be a SIX DAY Challenge. Join THREE or more Mini challenges following:

1. Give out SIX SparkGoodies to Chair Exercise Team members during the Six Days!

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2. Visit and comment on SIX Chair Exercise member BLOGS during the Six Days!

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3. Track your food for SIX DAYS during the challenge!

4

4. Exercise at least 20 minutes Daily During the SIX DAY Cha...

5 or 10 Minute Daily Exercise WEEK 22

Sat, 25 Aug 2012 20:12:57 EST
Another week I hope another inch perhaps a lb might drop off
Remeber team when you exercise muscle weighs more than fat, we want those strong muscles we don't want Nana arms as we call them here in Australia .........

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Week 22 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lower Body:

Wednesday: Upper Body:

Thursday: Core:
...

Limit Your Salt Challenge (August 25-September1)

Sat, 25 Aug 2012 16:19:58 EST
Think before you pour

This week (August 25-September 1) Your challenge is to limit your salt. Try and remain within the recommended guidelines of a minimum of 2300 mg. Use your nutrition tracker to see just how quickly those small, white granules can add up. Don't forget to taste, before you reach for salt. Do you really need it?
Share your experiences and tips with other members of the team on this thread.
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A new start

Sat, 25 Aug 2012 12:48:12 EST
Hi All! My name is Elaine and I am on a mission to get well. I am 44 and feel like 70. I suffer from Fibromyalgia, which I can live with, Chron's disease, that I can handle, but I also have degenerative disc disease that is ruining my life. It was pretty much in control until a couple years ago when I started having bizarre leg and ankle pain. Even just walking for 5 minutes would leave me with dibilitating ankle, foot and lower leg pain. I had to quit exercising all together or so I th...

A - Z - Things you can do without eating?

Fri, 24 Aug 2012 20:33:13 EST

This is a easy game, you start using the letter A and work your way to Z

example: Movies A- Z

All the Presidents Men

(Next person would have the letter B)

Beauty and the beast

And so on

4th This or that

Fri, 24 Aug 2012 20:29:59 EST
Do you prefer Water, fruit juice or sodas to drink?

New Here

Fri, 24 Aug 2012 10:00:11 EST
Hi :) I'm new to the team. I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed by all the information. Does anyone have any suggestions on where to start? Thanks! I thought I could read the forum and figure it all out but I think I have information overload... 40

Please, Pretty please, vote on a name for "buddy"

Thu, 23 Aug 2012 20:25:37 EST
Please, pretty please vote on a name for "buddy"

We asked for votes and only got about 10 - come on - where are you all - all you have to do is choose one name from the list!!
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Poor little "buddy" is nameless and not looking like he will get a name -
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Please vote -!!
Choose 1 of these names!! Enter your vote in this thread or send me a Sparkmail - but please - VOTE!!
Voting closes - mid-night 27th Aug 2012!!

T...

Focus On Your Food Challenge (August 19- 29)

Sun, 19 Aug 2012 00:40:58 EST
This week (August 19-25 your challenge is to get rid of all distractions during meals. This means: no computer, no television, no looking through your mail or talking on the phone.
Family communication, is encouraged.
You are to sit at the table and enjoy every bite!
You may keep track of the times you were successful and note any distractions which occurred.

TODAY I WANT TO ACCOMPLISH??? DID YOU??

Sat, 18 Aug 2012 23:45:55 EST
TODAY I WANT TO ACCOMPLISH??? DID YOU??

Hi team. Come to this thread each day to tell us what your accomplishments for the day are, if you accomplished them or not!

It might only be something small, you don't have to climb a mountain Let it be achievable
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5 or 10 MINUTE DAILY EXERCISE WEEK 21

Sat, 18 Aug 2012 23:15:54 EST
OK girls you have to get those waistlines in shape , we can't have you gaining weight when your Winter arrives.
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Week 21 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lower Body:

Wednesday: Upper Body:

Thursday: Core:

Friday: Lower Body:

Saturday: Upper Body

You can be fat - but still be proud of YOU!!

Sat, 18 Aug 2012 20:47:24 EST
I saw a very interesting article this morning in our Sunday Paper - one that many of you might like to read!!

Zoe Holmes and Kath Read embrace the 'F' word: Fat and proud

"The best advice I've ever read is to be 110 per cent yourself. The rest of it will come later. You can't be fake or faux or pull any punches about this kind of stuff, and that's where my confidence comes from.
"I'm brutally honest about what I am and where I come from."
read more at
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A -Z - Things about Summer I like

Sat, 18 Aug 2012 17:05:27 EST

This is a easy game, you start using the letter A and work your way to Z in alphabetical order

example: Movies A- Z

All the Presidents Men

(Next person would have the letter B)

Beauty and the beast

And so on

3rd This or that

Sat, 18 Aug 2012 17:02:20 EST
Do you judge the success of your program towards becoming healthier by the Scale, tape measure, or NSVs ?

Exercise Challenge - Aug 19th -25th

Sat, 18 Aug 2012 16:59:58 EST

Try a new EXERCISE –
This week I would like to challenge you to "Try a new EXERCISE”

So for this week try either a new form of aerobic exercise, a new strength training exercise, or a new exercise video from the Chair Exercise YouTube Channel that you have never attempted before.
Or be brave and attend an EXERCISE class for some exercise you have never dreamed of doing

Let's see how much we can challenge ourselves to step out the box and do something...

Results -Name "buddie" Challenge ( 8-18 - 8-24 )

Sat, 18 Aug 2012 14:07:16 EST
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Please do not post here. Send your selections to me through Sparkmail.

The following are the names considered best by the judges:
Charlie
fiddlesticks
Herbie
Plunger
Sparkie
SPARKY
Spunky
Ucan
Zippedeedoda

Let's get those votes in!

Results -Name "buddie" Challenge ( 8-18 - 8-24 )

Sat, 18 Aug 2012 14:06:45 EST
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Please do not post here. Send your selections to me through Sparkmail.

2nd - THis or that

Wed, 15 Aug 2012 15:50:26 EST
When you have fish for tea - do you have Fish and salad or fish and chips or both, ???

A-Z - reasons you want to lose weight

Wed, 15 Aug 2012 15:48:20 EST
Thank you - PEBBLES706 for this game!!

This is a easy game, you start using the letter A and work your way to Z

example: Movies A- Z

All the Presidents Men

(Next person would have the letter B)

Beauty and the beast

And so on

Just saw My SparkSummary Calendar...so cool!!

Tue, 14 Aug 2012 10:33:08 EST
Today on Start page they had under Top Stories then Insider the MySummary Calendar. How cool to see all that information in calendar form. I posted this just in case there is another member that this might be new too. 252 381

Hi I'm new here

Sun, 12 Aug 2012 14:55:04 EST
I recently was doing some exercising but it is dificult because I have knee problems due to my weight and falling down a lot, so seen this team and thought I could do chair exercises, I hope to do well with this team, I'm going to give it a try anyway, hope to receive support from this team as I have gained weight instead of loose the weight, I'm disappointed in myself and have low self esteem, hope to make friends with the members of this team, my name is cheyllann

Name team "buddie" Challenge (8/12-8/24)

Sun, 12 Aug 2012 07:17:15 EST
Chair Exercise “buddie” naming challenge.

Ok – so you want our little Chair Exercise Buddie – the “person” in the Team Picture – to have a name. So let’s have a 2 week challenge to name him!!

Starting 12th Aug until 17th – You can suggest names that are both appropriate yet unique, interesting and catchy in this thread. Remember he will be there beside you – he will always remind you that one of us leaders is there with you all the time – and you thought you were far a...

Water Challenge Aug 13th - 17th

Sat, 11 Aug 2012 20:04:23 EST
For 5 Days - Monday - Friday inclusive - I want you to drink 8 cups water - ONLY WATER - each day - this is not to include tea, coffee, sodas or any other fluid - it is ONLY for WATER. You may add a few drops pure citrus juice to the water but otherwise it MUST be pure water!!
Record your success here every day

This or that?

Sat, 11 Aug 2012 19:43:44 EST
Given a choice which do you prefer?
Microwave veges, steamed veges or raw veges?

5 or 10 Minute Daily Exercise WEEK 20

Sat, 11 Aug 2012 19:11:47 EST
Another week another pound or two to lose, perhaps a few inches from that waistline now that would be nice. 344 244 We can dream or we can try to achieve

Week 20 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lower Body:

Wednesday: Upper Body:

Thursday: Core:

Friday: Lower Body:

Saturday: Upper Body

Motivation Challenge 12th - 18th Aug.

Sat, 11 Aug 2012 16:32:46 EST
My challenge to you for this week is for YOU to be accountable to YOURSELF!!

Every evening – I want you to sit for a few moments and answer to yourself, truthfully –
Am I happy with my food choices today?
If not, why not?
What steps can I take to improve my food choices tomorrow?

Am I happy with the amount of exercise/movement I did today?
If not, why not?
What steps can I take to improve the amount of exercise/movement I do tomorrow?

Colorado Grandma

Thu, 9 Aug 2012 16:34:10 EST
Hi! I'm Spirit! I live in sunny Colorado where I am awaiting the birth of my first grandchild! I retired 7 years ago from a 32-ear teaching career (gifted & special ed) in Florida & Texas. I live alone in a tiny apartment with my three cats and stairs and am relatively sedentary due to osteo-arthritis, fibromyalgia, 2 back surgeries, and balance problems. What exercise I do is done in my chair, at this point. However, I am trying to summons the courage to begin water aerobics next week ...

Cute new Chair Exercise Team Logo

Wed, 8 Aug 2012 10:01:47 EST
Does our cute little Chair Exercise character have a name? I like the hand weights. That will help it build up those arms. LOL I'm trying to fill in the "hangy down" places on my arms with muscle. 334 246

Team Facebook and Twitter sites

Wed, 8 Aug 2012 05:06:32 EST
Please note I have de-activated both these accounts - they weren't being used except for games and personal messages and that was not the reason we started them, and I was running out of time trying to keep up with them and other resources.

Question about ways to get more calcium in diet.

Tue, 7 Aug 2012 10:14:16 EST
Can you all give me suggestions on ways to get more calcium in daily? I do take a supplement each day but I would like to get more in my food.

Confused

Sun, 5 Aug 2012 09:40:38 EST
I am trying to be good and start doing the daily chair exercise 10 min day challenge. But what stretches does everyone follow on youtube or do you just pick the one you feel best suits you? They all look like "senior" exercises is there anything for the 50 plus person?
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Tina x

p.s. I hope I have posted this in the correct place too?

5 or 10 Minute Daily Exercise WEEK 19

Sat, 4 Aug 2012 21:18:41 EST
Lets get those bodies moving to the groving. get in the mood, exercise to music, sing, have fun it isn't that bad. Life is for living, Lets Live
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Week 19 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lower Body:

Wednesday: Upper Body:

Thursday: Core:

Friday: Lower Body:

Saturday: Upper Body

Vege Challenge 5th - 11th Aug

Sat, 4 Aug 2012 21:15:44 EST
Veges are IN this week!! The VEGE Challenge will be to do THREE or more of the following mini challenges:

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1. Eat at least 4 veg a day! Post on this thread which fruits you ate.
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2. Give a VEGE SparkGoodie to a different Chair Exercise member each of the three days.
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3. Use lots of VEGE Emoticons when you post on the teams treads.
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5 day Progressive challenge - 6th - 10th Aug

Sat, 4 Aug 2012 21:13:10 EST
This week we'll have a five day Progressive Challenge! Each day we will add another challenge but we will keep doing the first challenge(s):

Monday: Exercise at least 10 minutes.
Tuesday: Exercise at least 10 minutes AND drink at least 6-8 glasses of water.
Wednesday: Exercise at least 10 minutes, drink at least 6-8 glasses of water AND track your food.
Thursday: Exercise at least 10 minutes, drink at least 6-8 glasses of water, track your food AND stay in your calor...

NEW TO TEAM

Fri, 3 Aug 2012 16:59:37 EST
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I JUST JOINED THIS TEAM BECAUSE I REALLY NEED TO EXERCISE. I LIVE A VERY SEDENTARY LIFE. I HAVE PARKINSON'S DISEASE AND ARTHRITIS AROUND MY STERNUM WHICH IS VERY PAINFUL AT TIMES ESPECIALLY IF I DO A LOT OF MOVEMENTS THAT STRETCHES THE MUSCLE IN THAT AREA. I CAN STAND BUT ONLY FOR ABOUT 10 MIN THEN HAVE TO SIT DOWN DUE TO MY LEGS ACHING AND WOBBLY FROM THE PARKINSONS. I NEED SOMETHING I CAN DO THAT WOULD BE GENTLE. ANY IDEAS? THANKS!

August Chat

Wed, 1 Aug 2012 05:37:12 EST
Boy where is the year going ??? too fast for me

244 for all of us in Australia and Tasmania we are in the last month of Winter
How has you Summer been ????

Spark points Challenge - 29th July - 4th Aug

Sun, 29 Jul 2012 22:41:32 EST
This week we will have a Spark Points challenge
Remember that this is NOT a competition between members - this is a challenge for YOU!!
I want you to see how many Spark Points you can get each day. And list them here!!
You can work through the places that you get Spark Points by clicking “Spark Points” on the “My Trackers” list, or bar at the top of the page.
Have fun!!

Mini challenge, challenge - July 29th - Aug 4th

Sun, 29 Jul 2012 22:35:04 EST
A mini-challenge, challenge - Choose at least 4 of these this week

1. Eat at least 2 fruits a day! Post on this thread which fruits you ate.
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2. Give a Happy Face Goodie or emoticon to at least 10 different members of the Chair Exercise Team during the week
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3. Track ALL your foods for at least 5 days in the Sparkpeople Nutrition Tracker
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4. Track your Exerci...

5 or 10 Daily minute exercise WEEK 18

Sat, 28 Jul 2012 22:31:06 EST
Week 18 of the Daily Exercise is up and running again 244

To all the Movers and Groovers lets get physical you know .... 306
381 It doesn't happen overnight, it does happen
You can Copy and Paste from here

Week 18 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lower Body:

Wednesday: Upper Body:

Thursday: Core:

Friday: Lower Body:

Saturday: ...

Need Help with "Calories

Sat, 28 Jul 2012 19:17:40 EST
Hello! I need help with something AGAIN!

On the "Start" page, in the yellow box on the left, how is the "Calories to Burn This Week" number achieved? I think the number I have there is incorrect. There is a "Change Goal" link below it, but I don't use those settings for my exercising.....I enter my own exercises on the Fitness Tracker. So, if that's the case, how do I change the "Calories to Burn" setting?

Thanks!

to change it, I have not ...

Chair Marching Routine

Sat, 28 Jul 2012 11:30:47 EST
Can anyone tell me how many calories are burned for every 5 minutes of the Chair Marching Routing that is on the Team website (www.chairexercisefun.com)? Or, can someone tell me how to figure it out? Thanks so much!

Team Survey 2012 and Team Newsletter - August

Sat, 28 Jul 2012 01:37:16 EST
I have sent out Sparkmails with the link to the team 2012 Survey - If you have completed it - Thank you,
If you haven't yet done it - Please do complete it - it takes about 3 - 4min only and it is YOUR chance to help shape YOUR team.
fluidsurveys.com/surveys/emmabe1/201
2-chair-exerciseteam-survey/

Also the team August newsletter should be in your Sparkmail boxes now - and the illustrated edition is in my web site (click the - CE Team Monthly Magazi...

TWO QUESTIONS ...

Thu, 26 Jul 2012 16:52:55 EST
1. HAVE YOU EVER HAD CORTISONE SHOTS IN YOUR HIPS AND DID THEY WORK?

2. HOW DO WE LOG CHAIR DANCING INTO OUR FITNESS TRACKER? THEY SEEM TO HAVE DANCE TAPES LISTED BUT NOT REALLY CHAIR EXERCISES OR DANCING.

Chair Exercise Fun web site has a new look

Sun, 22 Jul 2012 01:40:36 EST
Recently I had a few hassles with the Chair Exercise Fun web site www.chairexercisefun.com/ and I decided that now was the time to give the site a new look.
For a long time I have thought it looked a bit "girly" and was afraid that men might be put off - but everyone is welcome. Also I thought that this might be a chance to try to link the design to Chair Exercise rather than just being a "pretty" web design.

The re-design has taken me the best part of a mo...

Motivation Challenge

Sat, 21 Jul 2012 23:30:37 EST
This week post a link on this thread a Quote or SparkPage, SparkBlog or SparkArticle that motivates you. Let us know how it motivates you. Post a link to the quote, page or blog so that others can also be encouraged.

Here's a link to help you get ideas:
www.sparkpeople.com/resource/motivat
ion.asp
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For those new to SparkPeople, to post a link, click "Add a Link" above your post and put the link i...

How often do we forget this??

Sat, 21 Jul 2012 23:28:17 EST
This is not a challenge as such – but is something we often forget to do – here is your opportunity!!
This week take some time to remember someone who has helped you along the way by writing them a quick thank you note. It can be someone here on Spark people or someone in real life.

You are beautiful Challenge

Sat, 21 Jul 2012 23:26:28 EST
This weeks challenge is to:
Look in the mirror and post something positive you see about yourself.

Then look in the mirror and choose something to work on about yourself. It can be physical, or emotional, and post your results here..

Most of all, remember you are a truly beautiful person inside and outside. We just need to keep telling ourselves that

Olympic Challenge 22nd July - 11th Aug

Sat, 21 Jul 2012 23:24:20 EST
Over the next 3 weeks or so I guess we will all be watching the Olympic games – and spending too much time sitting instead of moving!!

So for the next 3 weeks I want you to choose your favourite Olympic summer sport and pretend you are doing it (maybe with a lot of imagination and some modification!!) - go through the motions for 3 mins, 3 times every day for the week, during your TV watching time, maybe during the advertisement breaks.- or any other time during the day!!

5 or 10 Minute Daily Exercise Week 17

Sat, 21 Jul 2012 20:15:55 EST
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Week 17 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lower Body:

Wednesday: Upper Body:

Thursday: Core:

Friday: Lower Body:

Saturday: Upper Body

Hello from the Lowcountry of Charleston, SC!

Thu, 19 Jul 2012 14:11:27 EST
Joined SP this week and wanted to say hello. Looking forward to this journey....achieving my goals and meeting others who are on SP!

Arm Ergometer

Wed, 18 Jul 2012 16:50:27 EST
Does anyone else use an arm ergometer? I am wanting to begin an interval training program. Could you give me some ideas of where to start - total minutes, minutes at high intensity / moderate intensity? Also how much to increase & how often. I am thinking in terms of a program similar to Couch to 5k but for arms.

I have a Magneciser brand that only has a knob for resistance - nothing programmable. It does show on a small monitor - distance, time, mph, calories.

A...

5 or 10 Minute Daily Exercise WEEK 16

Sat, 14 Jul 2012 20:05:38 EST
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LETS GOOOOOOOOOO

Week 16 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lower Body:

Wednesday: Upper Body:

Thursday: Core:

Friday: Lower Body:

Saturday: Upper Body:

THIS IS FROM FBI SITE CK YOUR COMPUTERS

Sun, 8 Jul 2012 12:29:43 EST
https://forms.fbi.gov/check-to-see-if-your
-computer-is-using-rogue-DNS

New to the team

Sun, 8 Jul 2012 10:58:31 EST
Hi everyone! I am happy to have found this team. At this time I am dealing with limited mobility and chronic pain and still trying to find the root cause of it all. I am on lots of Prednisone which made my already high weight skyrocket. I am watching my calories, and can't wait to learn some easy on my body ways to get a little calorie burn in. I have decided that being ill is my chance to focus on me! And I am treating everyday as the gift it is. Nice to "meet" you all 213

5 or 10 Minute Daily Exercise Week 15

Sat, 7 Jul 2012 23:12:35 EST
OK ladies lets Spark those bodies

Week 15 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lower Body:

Wednesday: Upper Body:

Thursday: Core:

Friday: Lower Body:

Saturday: Upper Body:

30 min exercise challenge - continuing

Sat, 7 Jul 2012 23:04:00 EST
For this challenge you are to do a minimum of 30 min exercise each day for 5 days a week, including warm up and cool down, but not including stretching!!
You are free to choose the exercise or exercises you do – you can do a combo of strength and aerobics or just strength or just aerobics
You may do the 30 min in several parts during the day or as one block – whatever suits your program.
BUT you MUST do a minimum of 30min on each of the 5 days you choose to participate.
Pl...

Weather at Home & Sparkpoint spin outcome!

Sat, 7 Jul 2012 11:27:29 EST
95 degrees here in Columbus Ohio,going to a high of 104 today.. 198

a spin of two on the 347

have you checked out.......

Thu, 5 Jul 2012 10:19:41 EST
the new emotions.their are some new ones for this group.

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Favourite Recipe

Sat, 30 Jun 2012 21:45:29 EST
Do you have a favourite recipe ??? Link your favourite SparkPeople recipes (http://www.sparkrecipes.com/) here! Can be one of your own

What makes it so delicious?

Did you change anything about the recipe to make it even better? if you used a SparkPeople recipe

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July Chat

Sat, 30 Jun 2012 21:13:36 EST
This is where we can post our accomplishments and struggles. To get support from one another. Or just to say "Hi"!. Support is crittical to stay on task. And who couldn't use a pat on the back once in a while. 252

5 or 10 Minute Daily Exercise .... Week 14

Sat, 30 Jun 2012 20:52:13 EST
Hi team are we ready to get those muscles toned up ??? 244 344

Week 14 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lower Body:

Wednesday: Upper Body:

Thursday: Core:

Friday: Lower Body:

Saturday: Upper Body:

3 week progressive challenge - 2nd - 21st July

Sat, 30 Jun 2012 19:04:34 EST
This is a 3 week Progressive Challenge! Every second day we will add another challenge but we will keep doing the first challenge(s):

Monday: Aerobic Exercise at least 10 minutes.

Tuesday : free

Wednesday: Aerobic Exercise at least 10 minutes AND drink at least 6-8 glasses of water.

Thursday : Aerobic Exercise at least 10 minutes AND drink at least 6-8 glasses of water

Friday: Exercise at least 10 minutes, drink at least 6-8 glasses of wa...

Calling anybody who has or had 200+ pounds to lose

Tue, 26 Jun 2012 23:26:02 EST
Hi, I'm pretty new to Spark people so maybe this has been talked to death, but is there anybody out there that a huge amount (200+) pounds to lose, that wants to do it without surgery? Is this possible? Am I just fooling myself into something else that isn't going to work? I am trying to change myself from the inside out. I don't want to just lose this weight I want to get rid of it forever! Help!!! 303

I'm at a loss. Need help please

Tue, 26 Jun 2012 00:01:57 EST
I have sever knee problems. I'm not able to walk without support. I can't go into a store that doesn't have a scooter. I use a cane if I'm going to walk more then 1/4 block. I've heard about chair exercise but didn't think it would really help. It's not a regular exercise but a few sparkers have said "give it a try" so here I am. Please help. I'm 52 yrs old and weight over 300 lbs. I'm to young to feel this old.

July Team Magazine

Mon, 25 Jun 2012 20:24:26 EST
The July Team magazine has just dropped into your Sparkmail boxes -
I have archived it on my web site for those of you who want to read it there - in the file -May 2012 onwards!!
Enjoy!!

Balance and stretch challenge - continuing

Sun, 24 Jun 2012 20:53:19 EST
This challenge will run for the next 5 weeks - through until July 29th
This is NOT an either/or Challenge - You MUST do both sets of exercises.
This challenge is to do both of these videos every day for 5 days a week

Marching Exercise for Better Balance 3:18
www.sparkpeople.com/mypage_public_jo
urnal_ individual.asp?blog_id=4443672

If you are honestly unable to do the standing exercise (even hanging onto a chair) then do the Chair March...

What songs get you moving in your chair?

Sun, 24 Jun 2012 11:21:10 EST
A new member ask me about what music I use to exercise. I go to YouTube and pick my songs depending on what part of my workout I'm in...slow or fast etc. What are some of my team members favorite songs to get moving in our chairs. I like all kinds of music. Here is one.
The Mavericks-In Austin-All You Ever Do Is Bring Me Down.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TGx7VTOoT
aI

6 day nutrition challenge - June 25th - 30th

Sat, 23 Jun 2012 21:51:53 EST
This week there will be a SIX DAY Challenge. Join THREE or more Mini challenges following:

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1. Give out SIX SparkGoodies to Chair Exercise Team members during the Six Days!

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2. Visit and comment on SIX Chair Exercise Team BLOGS during the Six Days!

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3. Track your food for SIX DAYS during the challenge!

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4. Exercise at least 20 minutes Daily During t...

5 or 10 min exercise challenge - week 13

Sat, 23 Jun 2012 21:45:59 EST
Hi team,
I have been running the 5 Minute Daily Exercise for a number of weeks.
I thought I would give you the opportunity to decide on the 5 or 10 minutes you would like to do. You can carry on with what you have been doing, you decide. s normal post your minutes each day. Be true to yourself as you are the only one who can

Week 13 .................

Sunday: Stretches:

Monday: Core:

Tuesday: Lower Body:

Wednesday: Upper Body: <...

Hi, I'm new with a question.

Tue, 19 Jun 2012 21:39:11 EST
I have tried the 11 min cardio chair video with little success. I have limited use of my right knee. Can anyone tell me of a cardio workout just using the upper body?