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Queenie
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My exercise thread - let's inspire one another!

Well today is the second day that I did 50 laps of various strokes of our local council pool. I still feel really unfit as I feel exhausted now, but at the same time amazing. It's like having a new lease on life! I am going again on Friday and have invested in a few things to get me going (training fins and new goggles). I really need a swimming cap too as my hair gets everywhere (it short hair with a long fringe). I am also eating healthier and have an appointment with the dietician coming up soon to fine tune my healthy eating plan (I know she is going to mention eating seafood but I am allergic to it so it's a no go). Looking forward to being a healthier Queen. 

What exercise programs have others done/enjoyed/hated? 

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Re: My exercise thread - let's inspire one another!

I enjoy jogging but I'm terrible at it.
I try to walk at least an hour a day. I haven't been able to for a fee months and have really noticed the difference.

Re: My exercise thread - let's inspire one another!

Before I moved to the city, I used to walk everywhere (because I don't drive). I was a lot skinnier and healthier then. I loved walking along the beachfront of my old home town. I really miss it actually because now I am miles away from the beach.

Re: My exercise thread - let's inspire one another!

way to go @Queenie HeartHeart

my dietician wants me to exercise more xx

Re: My exercise thread - let's inspire one another!

Way to go @Queenie
50 laps is alot!

Re: My exercise thread - let's inspire one another!

2.5km which doesn't sound a lot but it certainly hurts @outlander! We do this 3-4 times a week. Then we'll work up to 100 laps which is 5km 5 times a week.

Re: My exercise thread - let's inspire one another!

Perhaps we can all inspire each other to get out there and get some exercise @Shaz51? I want to join the gym at the local pool but unsure if I can really afford it.

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Geez @Queenie at this rate your going to be super fit and look like wonder woman soon enough!

very well done to you

Re: My exercise thread - let's inspire one another!

I find walking fast helps me a lot @Queenie. Trouble is dog is very old. She'll be 18 in September so our long walks have got shorter and slower. Great news about the laps. Every bit helps. Go you Queenie! Hugzzz 💕

Re: My exercise thread - let's inspire one another!

your dog is 18 @Kurra, mine lasted until he was 20 and i used to brush his teeth -- after i finished , it looked like he had a smile on his face xxo

Hello @Queenie, @outlander. @redheaded 

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