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2006/08/08, 11:28 AM
I have started to gain weight since last year. I was an active person until i gained weight. Now i don't feel like exercising all the time, and i can't run for a long time now, and i want to be fit for school. Please~ DOes anyone have great exercises or tips targetting abs and thighs?
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2006/08/08, 12:24 PM
Think about how you gained weight. Now, reverse that. Exercise "targeting" will not work without correcting the cause of your gaining weight in the first place.
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Maximus from Gladiator....Strength and Honor!
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2006/08/08, 09:55 PM
You have to start small. I was in your place 6 months ago. I couldn't run a mile and I weighed in at 156 on my 5'3 frame. Now I've dropped 15 pounds, gained muscle, and can easily run 6-8 miles. Don't try to go all out at first or you'll get frustrated. Start by doing at least 20 minutes of easy cardio and some strength training. I agree that you can't spot reduce, so find strength exercise that work all your muscle groups (legs, arms, abs). Some people alternate groups, some target more than one group at a time ( I like to do both). My abs are my biggest trouble spot and have always been because of my body type, so I can't give you a lot of advice there. I know boxing is a great core workout. One easy tip is to watch your posture. In the thigh area-LUNGES!!!!!! There are a zillion different kinds. One of my favs is flamingo lunges with an 8lb. medicine ball. Hope this helps and sorry if it posts twice-I have no idea why it is doing that!!:big_smile:
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2006/08/08, 09:56 PM
You have to start small. I was in your place 6 months ago. I couldn't run a mile and I weighed in at 156 on my 5'3 frame. Now I've dropped 15 pounds, gained muscle, and can easily run 6-8 miles. Don't try to go all out at first or you'll get frustrated. Start by doing at least 20 minutes of easy cardio and some strength training. I agree that you can't spot reduce, so find strength exercise that work all your muscle groups (legs, arms, abs). Some people alternate groups, some target more than one group at a time ( I like to do both). My abs are my biggest trouble spot and have always been because of my body type, so I can't give you a lot of advice there. I know boxing is a great core workout. One easy tip is to watch your posture. In the thigh area-LUNGES!!!!!! There are a zillion different kinds. One of my favs is flamingo lunges with an 8lb. medicine ball. Hope this helps and sorry if it posts twice-I have no idea why it is doing that!!:big_smile:
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