I don't like to exercise

[shannon]

I have recently lost a little bit of weight and want to lose more but I really don't like to exercise. I just don't like it. One I really don't have any time and two I don't want to join a gym and spend the money. Unfortunately I think I am going to have to bite the bullet and start to do some sort of exercise. Any tips on what I could do that wouldn't take up a ton of time or cost a lot of money? I know once I start that it will help my weight loss but I just can't find it in myself to start. Anybody else dislike exercise? I think I would rather have a root canal hehe

[SoCalLady1]

You might want to just try walking at first. Even though you probably don't think you have the time, you just have to make the time. (Easier said than done, I know). And you don't have to wear weights or swing your arms or walk at a certain pace. Just walk, not too slow but like you have a purpose, and do it somewhere where you will like the scenery. I'm lucky, I live about a mile away from the ocean. I can walk to the pier, walk to the end of the pier, and then walk home again and it is about 2 1/2 miles, and I never get tired of the scenery. When I'm ready to add more length to my walks, I'll walk on the beach for a while before I start for home.

Also, try getting a weight bench and some weights. There is something about lifting weights that makes you feel really good. I guess it's the endorphin thing or something. You can lift weights while you watch TV, so you won't get bored.

I hope this helps!

[Turtle]

I don't either. I got an elliptical swearing I'd use it. It's cheap and not smooth like the ones at a gym, so I don't do it. I've got fitness programs On Demand through the cable company. There are workouts that are short and I can't make myself do those either. I have tapes and a bicycle. The only thing that's really worked for me is going to the gym with DH. Then we're accountable to each other.

[garyEarle]

Shannon..if you dont "have the time" to exercise...when will you find the time to go to a gym?..that doesn't make any sense. Get out and walk!..The.."I don't have the time"..is such a lame excuse.

Just my opinion

Gary