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I used to think I was thin. No extra weight and no sweat. Not anymore. I now realize I was a soft, little couch potato. rarely did I get more than a couple minutes' exercise...and that was mainly playing tennis or catching the breeze on my bike.
With my current exercise program of half an hour rebounding work, I find that my waist has shrunk by an inch and a half. I weigh five pounds less than I did last year, partly due to exercise but probably also due to my recent bout with illness. Five days of lounging in bed and eating only small helpings can strip the pounds quicker than you can blink. It's not a very healthy way to lose weight, let me tell you.
Truly am I blessed to discover for myself that exercise works wonders. Now, I feel lean and more agile (and maybe only half as clumsy). My balance is improving and I definitely feel more energetic. I praise the Lord for giving me this new perspective. May God bless all who choose to partake of healthy exercise, be it a walk in the park or a strenuous morning workout.
Showing posts with label Exercise. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Exercise. Show all posts
Saturday, March 7, 2009
Monday, March 2, 2009
Rebound for Health
My favorite type of exercise is rebounding. What is rebounding, you may ask? It is essentially bouncing on a mini trampoline. That is not quite the picture I want to paint for you.
A rebounder is a special trampoline designed for adults, teens, and even children who wish to improve their health by vigorous exercise. It is easy on the legs and is much better than jogging or walking on pavement or even grass. Those same activities can be done on the rebounder and more. There are no cars to worry about and weather doesn't affect your ability to exercise. You can quickly cool off on the rebounder and don't have to worry about a long walk back if you become fatigued.
When I began rebounding, it was due to the fact that physical education was needed for high school. I was pushed and prodded into it and grudgingly kept up my small sessions on it. But no more. I hated the fact that I was supposed to use it. Sure, it was fun to bounce...when I felt like it.
Now, I've come to learn that it is a healthy form of exercise, working wonders. I can become fit by bouncing even ten minutes a day. It will take longer than if I bounced, say, half and hour or forty-five minutes but, in time, I will become strong and work my muscles. I hope these words encourage you to do further research on rebounding! Please don't hesitate to comment if you have any questions.
A rebounder is a special trampoline designed for adults, teens, and even children who wish to improve their health by vigorous exercise. It is easy on the legs and is much better than jogging or walking on pavement or even grass. Those same activities can be done on the rebounder and more. There are no cars to worry about and weather doesn't affect your ability to exercise. You can quickly cool off on the rebounder and don't have to worry about a long walk back if you become fatigued.
When I began rebounding, it was due to the fact that physical education was needed for high school. I was pushed and prodded into it and grudgingly kept up my small sessions on it. But no more. I hated the fact that I was supposed to use it. Sure, it was fun to bounce...when I felt like it.
Now, I've come to learn that it is a healthy form of exercise, working wonders. I can become fit by bouncing even ten minutes a day. It will take longer than if I bounced, say, half and hour or forty-five minutes but, in time, I will become strong and work my muscles. I hope these words encourage you to do further research on rebounding! Please don't hesitate to comment if you have any questions.
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