Yoga and working out

hersmudders · 01-25-2009, 07:48 PM

I went to my first yoga session tonight. Honestly, I don't get it. I couldn't find myself relaxed like I expected to be, and while I felt a little stretched, I don't feel like it did much for me. I will try it again, just b/c I'm sure it takes a couple tries to get used to, like most things, but I really don't understand the large appeal of it?

I also started working out on Friday. I've been to the gym 3 times in 3 days, for about an hour each time. I start by doing 15 minutes of cardio (a precursor or something?) and then work my inner and outer hip abductors (if that's the name) by doing 125 total of those at 55 lbs each (since more weight will just add muscle and I'm trying to lose fat), and then I do 15 more minutes of the precursor thing. I'm 5'0" and I weighed myself at 160lbs today, much more than I thought. I don't care if I'm skinny by normal standards, but I don't feel healthy and i'm uncomfortable in my weight (physically, it's hard to walk in shorts and such b/c of my big thighs).

I wear a size 11/12 in pants, give or take by brand, and I am just mostly gaining weight in my thighs, I notice.

So anyway, just looking for people's thoughts and advice. Thanks.

iLoveMyBabyCairo · 01-25-2009, 07:50 PM

In terms of losing weight, yoga never helped me... Yeah, it helps with limbering up and all that (seriously, it did wonders for my flexibility)...but in terms of toning up/fat loss..nada.

Try pilates! I did a pilates boot camp dvd that left me on the floor, gasping.

hersmudders · 01-25-2009, 07:51 PM

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Originally Posted by iLoveMyBabyCairo

In terms of losing weight, yoga never helped me... Yeah, it helps with limbering up and all that (seriously, it did wonders for my flexibility)...but in terms of toning up/fat loss..nada.

Try pilates! I did a pilates boot camp dvd that left me on the floor, gasping.

isnt' that what works the heck out of your hoo-ha? is that the same as kegal exercises?

what do pilates do?

Crazyaboutdogs · 01-25-2009, 07:53 PM

I never understood the appeal of yoga and tai chi. I never could get into either of them. I like to swim.

Portage · 01-25-2009, 07:55 PM

I love long walks, hikes, walking in the snow, but i HATE planned work outs.

Though i've been taking pilates and it really centers on your core. I feel taller and leaner yet the number on my scale hasn't budge.

hersmudders · 01-25-2009, 07:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Crazyaboutdogs

I never understood the appeal of yoga and tai chi. I never could get into either of them. I like to swim.

I'd love to swim more, but the gym I joined doesn't have a pool, and this is Atlanta. I'm farther from the beach than I'd prefer. I also don't have access to any pools or anything (except for one client whose animals I rarely take care of. Sad face). I miss swimming!

waveseer · 01-25-2009, 08:03 PM

I resisted yoga for 45 years, and then I finally gave in after a therapist recommended hot yoga. We practice in a room that's between 90-110F and it's very intense. I sweat from every part of my body and leave feeling like a new person. I'm not sure I'd like it without the heat because it turns it into a workout and keeps my body stretchy.

Binoo · 01-25-2009, 08:04 PM

I do yoga to stretch my muscles. I feel very "loose" when I finish my session. It also depends what kind of yoga you're doing. There are so many different types.
I think as far as benefits go, it's really good for you if you do weight lifting and cardio just to warm up your muscles and keep them relaxed. If you don't stretch properly, you can kind of bunch up your muscles rather than give them a lean, thin look sometimes.

hersmudders · 01-25-2009, 08:04 PM

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Originally Posted by ready2heal

I resisted yoga for 45 years, and then I finally gave in after a therapist recommended hot yoga. We practice in a room that's between 90-110F and it's very intense. I sweat from every part of my body and leave feeling like a new person. I'm not sure I'd like it without the heat because it turns it into a workout and keeps my body stretchy.

Bikram yoga, right? I've heard of that. I don't like being that hot (I work outside in the summer heat!) so I dont know if I'd want to try that. I heard it can make you sick too though if you eat before. Ick.

Crazyaboutdogs · 01-25-2009, 08:06 PM

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Originally Posted by hersmudders

I'd love to swim more, but the gym I joined doesn't have a pool, and this is Atlanta. I'm farther from the beach than I'd prefer. I also don't have access to any pools or anything (except for one client whose animals I rarely take care of. Sad face). I miss swimming!

I work at the University and am right across the street from the athletic centre. I try to go at lunch when I can but the problem is sometimes I get caught up in meetings or deadlines..and then of course there is a week during that time of month when I won't get into the pool. The worst part is the initial 2-3 minutes in the pool when the warm body gets shocked by the cooler temperature of the water. Once I get moving for a while I am fine..but the initial shock sometimes takes my breath away.

01-25-2009, 07:48 PM	#1
hersmudders Offline Platinum Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: 6151 Richmond St, Miami, Florida Gender: Female Age: 27 Posts: 8,319	Yoga and working out I went to my first yoga session tonight. Honestly, I don't get it. I couldn't find myself relaxed like I expected to be, and while I felt a little stretched, I don't feel like it did much for me. I will try it again, just b/c I'm sure it takes a couple tries to get used to, like most things, but I really don't understand the large appeal of it? I also started working out on Friday. I've been to the gym 3 times in 3 days, for about an hour each time. I start by doing 15 minutes of cardio (a precursor or something?) and then work my inner and outer hip abductors (if that's the name) by doing 125 total of those at 55 lbs each (since more weight will just add muscle and I'm trying to lose fat), and then I do 15 more minutes of the precursor thing. I'm 5'0" and I weighed myself at 160lbs today, much more than I thought. I don't care if I'm skinny by normal standards, but I don't feel healthy and i'm uncomfortable in my weight (physically, it's hard to walk in shorts and such b/c of my big thighs). I wear a size 11/12 in pants, give or take by brand, and I am just mostly gaining weight in my thighs, I notice. So anyway, just looking for people's thoughts and advice. Thanks. __________________ "yeah but i want a glow in the dark clone of my penis!!!!"--Epicproportion Spay or neuter your pets! Don't breed or buy while shelter animals die! Remember to click "helpful post" if something on a thread was helpful!

01-25-2009, 07:50 PM	#2
iLoveMyBabyCairo Offline Platinum Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Liverpool, where the sun never shines. Gender: Female Age: 22 Posts: 6,037	In terms of losing weight, yoga never helped me... Yeah, it helps with limbering up and all that (seriously, it did wonders for my flexibility)...but in terms of toning up/fat loss..nada. Try pilates! I did a pilates boot camp dvd that left me on the floor, gasping. __________________ JenSocietyOfSloreMaking!© --Lionel Hutz No that's not how you express love! You express your love by calling her a dirty little ***** and slapping her in the face with your penis! --hersmudders...always classy.

01-25-2009, 07:55 PM	#5
Portage Offline Platinum Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Canada Gender: Female Posts: 1,748	I love long walks, hikes, walking in the snow, but i HATE planned work outs. Though i've been taking pilates and it really centers on your core. I feel taller and leaner yet the number on my scale hasn't budge. __________________ I dream of Algonquin

01-25-2009, 08:03 PM	#7
waveseer Offline Platinum Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: In a world full of possibilities. Gender: Female Age: 46 Posts: 11,062	I resisted yoga for 45 years, and then I finally gave in after a therapist recommended hot yoga. We practice in a room that's between 90-110F and it's very intense. I sweat from every part of my body and leave feeling like a new person. I'm not sure I'd like it without the heat because it turns it into a workout and keeps my body stretchy. __________________ Whoever dies with the most "happy" wins! ~ shuttlefish profile pic explained: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xl6yXBnLYYM and more: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CKnw9TM_AAI and if you weren't convinced: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S3fPtMuBtMs and if you're not sick yet: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jTvUT_Hx4Dc to accept your partner: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zgP57lJvWRw

01-25-2009, 07:53 PM	#4
Crazyaboutdogs Online Platinum Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Canada Gender: Female Age: 46 Posts: 15,628	I never understood the appeal of yoga and tai chi. I never could get into either of them. I like to swim.

01-25-2009, 08:04 PM	#8
Binoo Offline Gold Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Gender: None Specified Posts: 525	I do yoga to stretch my muscles. I feel very "loose" when I finish my session. It also depends what kind of yoga you're doing. There are so many different types. I think as far as benefits go, it's really good for you if you do weight lifting and cardio just to warm up your muscles and keep them relaxed. If you don't stretch properly, you can kind of bunch up your muscles rather than give them a lean, thin look sometimes.