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Hi all, I need your help developing a routine that is cardio intense and joint friendly. It appears I may have rheumatoid arthritis (doctor isn't quite sure yet) at age 30 :-( This after a life-time of good fitness and healthy living.
In any case, I also just had a baby and have about 15 pounds to lose. I'm able to keep up with my core training program (and my baby loves that too since I involve him and often use him as my weight) which involves 45 minutes of weights training three times per week. But all that is doing for me is giving me a nice six-pack that remains hidden under a layer of belly blubber. 
So to really drop the pounds I need to sweat -- a lot! The joint pain really interferes with this. Running, walking, and most aerobics hurt. I don't have access to a gym or a bike and I can't swim because there isn't anyone to watch my 5-month-old while I'm in the water. (Believe me, if this were an easy solution, I wouldn't be posting a message). So what's left?
Has anyone else had to cope with bad joints? Any videos you can suggest? What about Pilates or yoga for cardio?
All your suggestions are appreciated.
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I recommend an elliptical machine. The local YMCA should have them, and some also offer programs where someone will watch your kids while you work out. (Though depending on how old your child is, this may not be applicable.) If you're nowhere near a gym, you could always purchase one for your home.
I like pilates and yoga very much, but I never got a good heart-thumping cardio workout from them.
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| Have you ever tried water aerobics? Those can be pretty intense at times. I'm 24 and let me tell you, after the classes I took, I was exhausted!!
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| I agree about the elliptical machine. I broke my knee cap as a teenager and have had arthritis and other problems with it ever since (almost 20 years later!) and the elliptical is one I can still do. Just concentrate on using your heels (rather than ball of foot) to keep pressure off the knees. I've also found "power" yoga to be decent cardio and strength training with rapid toning results. Just be VERY careful with form and modify poses around joint limitations. Try the Denise Austin vids (if you can stand her).
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If you have the room and the money, the elliptical trainer is great! (Try to find a used one to save $$$)
I know it is not the same but... I crushed both my feet and broke my back in a car accident about 10 years ago. I have joint pain in my feet & ankles because of all the bones I broke. I can't run for long enough to call it exercise & sometimes just regular walking or standing is slightly painful. But I feel like I could exercise forever on my elliptical. It is really a lot of fun and I feel no pain in my feet/ankles while I am doing it. I have also used a recumbent bike without any pain. My local used sporting goods store lets you try out the machine before you buy it.
I have tried pilates videos but I felt like I was doing it wrong. I was going to try to go to a few classes to learn proper technique but I haven't yet. My local YMCA (that has child care and pilates classes) is too far away for me to use for regular exercise.
Congratulations on your new baby and effort to get back in shape! My daughter is two and I have just recently started trying to get rid of my baby flab belly.
Good Luck!
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| Hi everyone! I just started using this log, and input all my last months worth of data. I have been running consistently if not obsessively since last Jan, missing very few days (aside from rest days) I recently decided to try and challenge myself by registering for a Triathlon. My goal is to finish in the top 100 (expecting 300-500 entries). I have really started training hard in the last month and it is paying off. This is a great tracking and motivation tool. I commend you all... stay motivated, weight loss and fitness is a SIMPLE formula ( Caloric Output > Caloric Input ) that is amazingly difficult to execute. Keep at it... and wish me luck in the my first competitive triathlon this sunday (aug 24th)
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| If it is within your budget,an elliptical is the best way to go.I had a spinal fusion in Jan. and thru all of my physical therapy,my elliptical doesn't seem to hurt me.I also have bad knees and degenerative joint disease.One thing that is important with all of this is to maintain hydration to ensure you are giving your joints the necessary fluids.I am also diabetic and dehydration is one thing my doctor screams at me for so I can keep my joints as well as can be expected.Good luck on your journey.
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Cycling is often recommended by Doctor when dealing with joint pain. If funds allow, get a bike that you can put on a trainer in bad weather and a child seat or a trailer so Jr. can continue to workout with you.
Good luck,
"Are you in, or in the way?"
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Apple cider vinegar. A cap full in a glass of water every morning. You`ll be amazed at the effect it has on your joints 
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| I bought something called a Trikke the first week of September. It is a 3 wheeled Carving vehicle and I am averaging about 1 3. hours a day and Trikking a distance of about 9 miles in that time. It is no impact, a full body workout and a blast to ride. They have a large forum called Trikketalk.com where you can pick up alot of information on it as a form of no impact cardio exercise. By the way, I am 68 years old.....
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