treadmill
 

I did my treadmill for 15 mins today! I planned on 45 mins, but my legs were getting really tired and if I'm sore tomorrow I might not get on it. I hope this is logical thinking. My question is this; should I do long or short strides? Any other advice would be great!








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Probably the most important thing to do is to keep with it. Starting with a plan like 15 min every day for a week then moving to 20 min etc. and building up is great. Once you reach 30 min. let's say, then adjusting your gait throughout the workout will pick it up a notch - kind of like walking on a flat path vs on a hill or down a hill.

Great work, keep it up. I just went and biked a mile or so. Now I bike everyday on a stationary bike, but it isnt' the same as outdoors. I have been intimidated in the past and have had this gorgeous mountain bike for like 8 or more years and have not used it! Why, because the hills around my house are too much for me. So, fiance and I packed the bikes in the SUV and went to a flat trail where there were inclines and the like but nothing like the hill by my house. Now I am gaining some confidence and I suspect it won't be long before I am conquering that hill.

I think you will be the same with the treadmill. Good for you and keep it up. http://www.lowcarbsite.com/images/sm...icon_smile.gif

I agree - your first battle is to get in the habit of using it regularly. I'd keep whatever stride is comfortable, but eventually pick up speed enough to raise your heartbeat.