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At this age, we are no longer exercising.We are in training at the University level so that we can get off the toilet at 90.
We don't want to do this alone.....
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I started doing Jazzercise in July. I've been neglecting myself. I admit I am depressed, I feel I have a black cloud hanging over my head these days but I decided to make time for these classes which I do at least 5 days a week.

My weight was steadily climbing and I needed to build some muscle. . It was tough in the beginning because I was really out of shape and the lower back exercises done on the floor mat made me miserable. I've been gradually increasing the weight and sometimes I can get up to ten pound hand weights.

I'm persevering and find I have a more stamina. I can now make it up the hill to my apartment building without stopping three times to catch my breath. I'm still able to get up off the toilet. Now there's something to be thankful for. I always think of that Grace and Frankie episode about the I Rise. LOL.
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My mom liked to take baths rather than shower. She'd lift 3 and 5 Ib. hand weights regularly so she could pull herself out of the tub.

I do squats and leg lifts while I wait for the microwave or the kettle to boil. Every little thing counts.
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Gershun,
There are things you can do to improve that. Well, that is what I am reading.
You will need to learn when it's too much, and slow yourself down.

I have started moving my legs around before trying to get out of bed. That gets the blood circulating, but it's a whole other game to be standing on my legs, feet and ankles that hurt. So far, I have always made it to the little room down the hall.

If we start a routine now, maybe what is coming will be preventable?
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Hell Send, tell us how you really feel!

You should see me trying to straighten up when I'm getting up off of the couch. It's like I have to unfold my body now. I'm only 64! I can't imagine what I'll be like in 20 years.
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