FabSwingers.com forum: Gentle exercise ideas

By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Hi all, does anyone have any ideas for gentle exercise I could do while also getting some fresh air? My daily exercise used to be built into my commute but obviously I don't have that anymore. Everyone seems to be going for strolls but I don't like walking around aimlessly, I find it really boring. I also don't like the idea of exercising in the garden where my neighbours/other members of my household can see me

(I am really unfit and HATE working out so please don't suggest things like running/HIIT/anything strenuous. Maybe one day. But definitely, definitely not today.)

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By *ady LickWoman
over a year ago

Northampton Somewhere

Yoga in your garden? I would love to enjoy this but I find it a bit boring, however it is very good for your joints and flexibility.

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By *ady LickWoman
over a year ago

Northampton Somewhere

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Yoga in your garden? I would love to enjoy this but I find it a bit boring, however it is very good for your joints and flexibility.

This is something I definitely wouldn't do in the garden but was thinking of giving it a go in the living room after everyone has gone to sleep. I imagine it doesn't make too much noise lol

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Just go for a walk get some headphones and listen to some music just do something is better than doing nothing

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By *rindiMan
over a year ago

chester

Hi amber, im a personal trainer, i have a huge range of stuff you could do.

Drop me a pm and i will try to help

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Instead of walking aimlessly, maybe walk with purpose? Is there a road on a bit of an incline you could hoy it up at your own pace. Great to get the heart rate going.

Cycling.

Wear some headphones when out. Great to get yourself lost in music or a podcast and that can alleviate the 'boredom' of walking.

Bodyweight squats in the privacy of your own home.

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By *etite_delightWoman
over a year ago

BunnyLand

"Hi all, does anyone have any ideas for gentle exercise I could do while also getting some fresh air? My daily exercise used to be built into my commute but obviously I don't have that anymore. Everyone seems to be going for strolls but I don't like walking around aimlessly, I find it really boring. I also don't like the idea of exercising in the garden where my neighbours/other members of my household can see me

(I am really unfit and HATE working out so please don't suggest things like running/HIIT/anything strenuous. Maybe one day. But definitely, definitely not today.)"

Buy an audiobook- Ethical Slut and walk around aimlessly while listening. It would up your pace and won’t be boring believe me

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

Definitely find workout videos on YouTube. Yoga, Pilates (harder than it looks), or walk workouts (check out Leslie Sansone, she's cheesy but works, I used her videos after surgery recovery several years ago)

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By *.A.MGUY55Man
over a year ago

Rochdale

go fo a solo walk an tease us guys

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

I walk with music. It is aimless but I don't care if I've got music. Or an audiobook or podcast

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Instead of walking aimlessly, maybe walk with purpose? Is there a road on a bit of an incline you could hoy it up at your own pace. Great to get the heart rate going.

Cycling.

Wear some headphones when out. Great to get yourself lost in music or a podcast and that can alleviate the 'boredom' of walking.

Bodyweight squats in the privacy of your own home.

No I live in the suburbs and everything is flat. I've tried walking before and I just get bored after a few minutes and go back home.

I would absolutely love to cycle! I used to cycle all the time when I was a kid, almost every single day. Unfortunately I got into a really bad accident that resulted in me being in a cast for 6 weeks and a subsequent cycle/rollerskating ban (I used to rollerskate too) by my parents as they were scared I'd hurt myself again. Since then every time I've tried getting on a bike I've just keeled right over

also I can't really afford one right now to be honest

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Joe Wicks PE on YouTube is great for literally anyone of any ability. Do check him out.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"I walk with music. It is aimless but I don't care if I've got music. Or an audiobook or podcast"

Trust me I've tried music, I still get bored. Especially as there is nothing to look at in my area. Audio books and podcasts just annoy me, I can't stand the sound of people continuously talking in my ear

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

"I walk with music. It is aimless but I don't care if I've got music. Or an audiobook or podcast

Fair enough. I normally don't dig walking as exercise but if I don't get out of my flat I go slightly spare.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"I walk with music. It is aimless but I don't care if I've got music. Or an audiobook or podcast

Fair enough. I normally don't dig walking as exercise but if I don't get out of my flat I go slightly spare."

That's the thing, I really don't mind sitting indoors all day haha I am such a home body. This is why I want to try and find something fun that I'll actually stick to or else I won't end up getting fresh air for the whole of lockdown

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Like others have suggested jump on YouTube then, there's a myriad of options and ideas available to you on there.

And most importantly try and develop a positive mindset.

Think about all the things you can do rather than focus on what you can't.

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

"I walk with music. It is aimless but I don't care if I've got music. Or an audiobook or podcast

Fair enough. I normally don't dig walking as exercise but if I don't get out of my flat I go slightly spare.

I'm a massive homebody, but I'm finding there's a huge difference between "don't want to go out" and "not allowed to go out", so I feel like I have to escape.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Like others have suggested jump on YouTube then, there's a myriad of options and ideas available to you on there.

And most importantly try and develop a positive mindset.

Think about all the things you can do rather than focus on what you can't. "

I'm not opposed to YouTube at all and already follow a dance channel whose workouts I sometimes do, but only in my living room after everyone has gone to bed. I wanted ideas for outdoor exercise specifically to force myself to go out and get some air.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Like others have suggested jump on YouTube then, there's a myriad of options and ideas available to you on there.

And most importantly try and develop a positive mindset.

Think about all the things you can do rather than focus on what you can't.

Walking really is the simplest option

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Ah ok I hear you. But not wanting to walk, cycle or run anywhere does seem to limit your options?

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Ah ok I hear you. But not wanting to walk, cycle or run anywhere does seem to limit your options? "

Yeah I know... Which is why I asked on here in the hope that someone had some amazing out of the box idea haha. I know I am being super difficult don't worry, thanks anyway

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By *ady LickWoman
over a year ago

Northampton Somewhere

You say you have to wait until everyone is in bed to do things. So, do you live with your kids? Take them out for a walk with you. Me and my 14 year old have had some lovely chats while with been out

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"You say you have to wait until everyone is in bed to do things. So, do you live with your kids? Take them out for a walk with you. Me and my 14 year old have had some lovely chats while with been out

No, I live with my parents who make me feel super self conscious and I know will make comments if I exercise in front of them. It's just not even worth trying and getting myself worked up and arguing with them/letting them destroy my confidence. It's a whole thing lol, trust me it's just easier if I do this away from them

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By *ady LickWoman
over a year ago

Northampton Somewhere

Ah, yes, I get that. I would never of exercised in front of mine either. Seems walking is your only option, it's not that boring really, you've got it see it as your chance to go out on (hopefully) a nice day. It really helps lift your spirits

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

If your parents are the problem maybe send them out for a walk so you can exercise indoors however you like

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By *entle giraffeMan
over a year ago

Minehead

Gardening is great exercise and enjoyable too

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By *abonWoman
over a year ago

L’boro/Ashby & Cheltenham

Look up Yoga with Adrienne on youtube...she has a huge array of videos with a general, physical and emotional focus. Maybe try a couple and if you like it, try and see what it is you like. Focussing on ‘it makes me feel good doing something’ rather than ‘I want to get fit’ can be more of a motivator. Draw up a tick box and stick it on the wall and tick off when you do something - a bullet journal tip for habit formation. Or get an accountability buddy...tell us how much/often you want to do something and we can cheer you on!! I definitely need accountability...I bought an online course 3 years ago and had done fuck all. I was in the associated Facebook group and a few of us were moaning about motivation...the woman who designed the course and is super lovely came on as said she’d withdraw my subscription if I didn’t start her course

That got me going!!!

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By *lixir of lifeMan
over a year ago

knob Creek

Many should try pelvic floor exercises!!

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By *abonWoman
over a year ago

L’boro/Ashby & Cheltenham

"Many should try pelvic floor exercises!!

Not really an appropriate comment for this thread...or a very nice comment at all, really.

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

"Many should try pelvic floor exercises!!

Not really an appropriate comment for this thread...or a very nice comment at all, really. "

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By *ensualtouch15Man
over a year ago

ashby de la zouch

(I am really unfit and HATE working out so please don't suggest things like running/HIIT/anything strenuous. Maybe one day. But definitely, definitely not today.)"

Yes I could

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Many should try pelvic floor exercises!!

Rude. Clearly you are having a bad day.

OP definitely try YouTube or do you have space in your room maybe for a small exercise machine. Like the pedal ones that you can do sitting anywhere?

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By *ensualtouch15Man
over a year ago

ashby de la zouch

(I am really unfit and HATE working out so please don't suggest things like running/HIIT/anything strenuous. Maybe one day. But definitely, definitely not today.)"

What are your hobbies what do you do while you're being a home bod ?

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By *icentiousCouple
over a year ago

Up on them there hills

Flying drones is fun. Gets you outside.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

(I am really unfit and HATE working out so please don't suggest things like running/HIIT/anything strenuous. Maybe one day. But definitely, definitely not today.)

What are your hobbies what do you do while you're being a home bod ?"

I like doing things that are productive that also pass time and I can do with the TV on. For example crochet, puzzles, baking, arts and crafts, computer programming, playing guitar etc. I don't tend to get bored easily and am finding it easy to fill my days at home which is why I never really think to myself that I need to go out and do something. I need something that'll get my arse actually wanting to go outside!

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By *oneyjule65Couple
over a year ago

Halifax

We are just planking every day & building the time up...yes & I mean planking

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By *innie The MinxWoman
over a year ago

Under the Duvet

Me and the child did half of our walkng circuit of the park backwards, mixes it up a bit and uses your muscles differently.

We've also tried skipping sideways.

Just don't trip over or walk into any lamp posts

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By *ensualtouch15Man
over a year ago

ashby de la zouch

"We are just planking every day & building the time up...yes & I mean planking

FUCKING PLANKING!!!!

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

"We are just planking every day & building the time up...yes & I mean planking

FUCKING PLANKING!!!!"

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By *oneyjule65Couple
over a year ago

Halifax

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By *oneyjule65Couple
over a year ago

Halifax

"We are just planking every day & building the time up...yes & I mean planking

FUCKING PLANKING!!!!"

You look like you could do a good plank

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"We are just planking every day & building the time up...yes & I mean planking

FUCKING PLANKING!!!!

You look like you could do a good plank

Have I missed the joke lol

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By *ensualtouch15Man
over a year ago

ashby de la zouch

"We are just planking every day & building the time up...yes & I mean planking

FUCKING PLANKING!!!!

You look like you could do a good plank

Have I missed the joke lol

Kinda

There was a challenge set 2 weeks ago

Start at 1.20 add 10 seconds daily

Which I have every day

Hence the emphatic

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