I joined the Gym yesterday

[Lola Bunny]

then join a higher level class. Participate in a class that's at your fitness level. Age doens't mean anything.

[monster]

Originally Posted by Lola Bunny

then join a higher level class. Participate in a class that's at your fitness level. Age doens't mean anything.

Zumba is an all-fitness level thing. It's mainly cardio, so you just do it at a level that gets your heart going at the right rate. It wasn't a complaint, it was an agreement with limey that I am starting at a different point than she did.

And age means lots. I'm sick of taking classes with old fat folk who can barely move and smell bad. Even Roseanne would look energetic in those classes. It was a plus point. I guess you interpreted my point the other way. Or maybe you just like to patronize?

[Lola Bunny]

Originally Posted by monster

I guess you interpreted my point the other way. Or maybe you just like to patronize?

I probably misunderstood you somehow. I went back to read but I'm too darn tired right now to really see things clearly. I wasn't purposely trying to be patronizing. I often upset people without realizing how my tone of voice or words could be offensive. So that I could avoid it in the future, I would be grateful if you could tell me how's that I was being patronizing.

[monster]

Originally Posted by Lola Bunny

I probably misunderstood you somehow. I went back to read but I'm too darn tired right now to really see things clearly. I wasn't purposely trying to be patronizing. I often upset people without realizing how my tone of voice or words could be offensive. So that I could avoid it in the future, I would be grateful if you could tell me how's that I was being patronizing.

I wasn't complaining, yet you tried to "fix my problem". And also offered advice on something you're clearly not overly familiar with. And the age comment.... well let's assume you misunderstood my post. tell me what you meant by this? There are very few occasions when comments about age not meaning anything are not patronizing.

[Lola Bunny]

Originally Posted by monster

I wasn't complaining, yet you tried to "fix my problem". And also offered advice on something you're clearly not overly familiar with. And the age comment.... well let's assume you misunderstood my post. tell me what you meant by this? There are very few occasions when comments about age not meaning anything are not patronizing.

I misread that you plateaued but apparently I am wrong. As for the age comment, you mentioned you participated in a class with others the same age. You are fit, so there is no need to join classes with people the same age. But as you pointed out, I am making comments on something I know nothing of. I have never joined a gym, so I don't understand the classes they offer there. I had no right making comments. If I did not say it, I apologize for offending you. It was not my intention. Perhaps I perceive age differently because I am not married and have no children. To me, age doesn't mean too much but a number. Of course, there are changes in our bodies with the years, but how strong and healthy it is depends on how we take care of it. Of course, that's just my viewpoint, and I shouldn't have imposed it on others. Again, I am sorry.

[SamIam]

I joined our local rec center, too. I want to get my stamina back, so I can go on long hikes the way I used to. I'd also love to be in good enough shape, so that I could start cross country skiing again next winter. Also want more upper body strength. And last, but not least, I'd like to lose weight!

I started out slowly - a half hour walking at 3 mph on one of those machines. I was tired for two days after that, I'm so out of shape. But I persevered and today on my 8th visit, I walked 3.4 mph on a slight incline for 45 minutes with no problem. May not seem much to the rest of you, but for me its huge - I can't tell you the last time I was fit and exercised regularly, but its been a while. I plan to branch out to the other machines as my stamina returns and add some swimming once I can fit back in my swimsuit.

I'm really glad I kicked my butt off the computer and the sofa to get started on this. I am already feeling better and have lost a couple of pounds!

Good luck to everyone with your exercise programs!