Anybody a runner? Anything work as well for heart and lung? (Page 1/3)
sourmash APR 17, 01:45 PM
I need the same lung and heart workout as running, because the hip joints don't like running. Having never been a runner they aren't coping with it. Damn. I was sorta into it. Both hips have a deep ache sorta toward the side/back. High side/back.

So, what's a good replacement? Biking is possible but nowhere near as lung/heart taxing for as long in hilly country where you coast downhill. Or maybe it's just how I do it.

Last month for better lung and heart function I started running a little; twice a week. It was humbling how quickly my breathing and O2 conversion got overtaxed, but I pushed on to get better. I think maybe 1/4 mile is all I managed day 1. Day 2 was farther, as was each day after. Got up to 1.5 miles before a breather walk before starting again.

My lung capacity was always a little greater than the next person's, until the last several years of inactivity. My heart never seemed to struggle but it also felt a little "restrained" at rest compared to younger days. It's time to get on it before I'm too old.

Running was never on my list of fitness activities, until last month. But my hips don't seem to want to tolerate it at my senior age. For 2 days now both hips ache like it's joint related. So, I don't think I can keep up so much running.
maryjane APR 17, 02:15 PM
Wife and I cycle about 5-7 miles most days but we do it on rural roads with a combination of grades and level terrain.
Make sure your bike fits you. I'm tall and use a 29" bike. My hips, knees and shoulders are worn out from 71 years of abuse, but it's well worth the painfull effort IMO.

In inclement weather, we use treadmill and exercycle.
In good weather, the 2 indoor implements are just good for hanging clothes on...


It takes several weeks at first to get used to the regimen.


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Jake_Dragon APR 17, 02:32 PM
Jogging and running are bad for your legs, the impact stress is bad for your knees and you risk hurting yourself.
I would also suggest looking into biking. I just got a stationary bike as my girlfriend is insistent that we limit our time outside.

One of the good things about a stationary is you can very the resistance.
But you will miss the outdoors.

I ain't seen the sunshine since I don't know when
I'm stuck in California, and time keeps draggin' on
MidEngineManiac APR 17, 02:37 PM
I get plenty of cardio...

Running around in circles
chasing dead ends
jumping to conclusions
hopping to it....
hnthomps APR 17, 02:39 PM
I have knee replacements and can no longer run to avoid loosening the artificial knees. I am using bicycling as a replacement with some occasional BowFlex work. I normally use a mountain bike (heavier than a road bike) and alternate between paved and natural surfaces. Normal routine is 20-25 miles every other day (unless something interferes). My longest ride has been 42 miles in an afternoon but that seldom happens now due to other constraints. I am currently limited to about 15-20 miles per day for the next four or so months until my hand/wrist is fully healed after surgery related to torn ligaments. I hope to be back to a normal routing in about four months.

Nelson
maryjane APR 17, 02:56 PM

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Originally posted by Jake_Dragon:

Jogging and running are bad for your legs, the impact stress is bad for your knees and you risk hurting yourself.
I would also suggest looking into biking. I just got a stationary bike as my girlfriend is insistent that we limit our time outside.

One of the good things about a stationary is you can very the resistance.
But you will miss the outdoors.

I ain't seen the sunshine since I don't know when
I'm stuck in California, and time keeps draggin' on



Bones get brittle and as we age, don't heal as quick or easy. I do a lot of walking too. Even tho I don't own cattle any more, I still look at all the fences every day. 3 days/week on the 4 wheeler, 4 days I walk them. About 5 miles altogether, about 1/4 of it in forest and thick brush.

Muscle loss in arms, back and legs is a big problem once we become inactive. Hard to get it back too.
IMSA GT APR 17, 02:58 PM
Get a Maxiclimber XL. You'll work your legs, heart, lungs, and arms. They're hydraulic so low it's a low impact machine. They're under $400 but on backorder until June.

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Jake_Dragon APR 17, 03:13 PM

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Originally posted by maryjane:


Bones get brittle and as we age, don't heal as quick or easy. I do a lot of walking too. Even tho I don't own cattle any more, I still look at all the fences every day. 3 days/week on the 4 wheeler, 4 days I walk them. About 5 miles altogether, about 1/4 of it in forest and thick brush.

Muscle loss in arms, back and legs is a big problem once we become inactive. Hard to get it back too.



Sprained my ankle so bad that it had to be put in a cast/splint for 12 weeks. I only run when I have to.
The hardest part is to get motivated to start something new when you are not able to do the things you use to do to keep fit.

I use to walk allot, trails and just being outside.
I got a boxing VR game and while there is no feed back I was left sweaty and out of breath after one session.
You don't notice when you are focused on the game then when you stop wow.
Use to play a lot of active VR games but I just don't have that kind of space here.
theBDub APR 17, 09:06 PM
I am a runner, and my knees are starting to go. The problem is I don’t have the same drive with any other exercise. Biking can provide a good workout but I just don’t get as into it. A rower actually gets close to the same level of workout, but it’s not the same kind of workout so not sure if that’ll scratch your itch.
blackrams APR 17, 11:48 PM
I run to the rest room almost every night. Have to rest a bit and then run back to the bed.

Does that count?

Rams