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PoisoNFacecamO t1_iu4t7vs wrote

Reply to comment by Narf234 in Exercise linked with increased longevity. Compared with just two minutes of vigorous activity per week, 15 minutes was associated with an 18% lower risk of death and a 15% lower likelihood of cardiovascular disease, while 12 minutes was associated with a 17% reduced risk of cancer by Wagamaga

My worst week in the last 5 years I still did 60min of moderate cardio (usually 45-75min workout cardio, yoga, weights 4 to 6x a week),

the 10 years I spent morbidly obese (350-400ish) previous to that I could honestly say I rarely got 15 minutes a week of anything that would be considered exercise.

It's really difficult to break the habit and start putting in the work, especially if you're overweight.

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Narf234 t1_iu4zlnk wrote

Is it a mobility problem or a motivation issue?

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PoisoNFacecamO t1_iu55hze wrote

For me personally it was both, bad ankles from just being so heavy, bad cardio from lack of activity, often times thinking distortions combined with food addiction.

motivation is hard when you can barely breath. Starting really small and focused is key, build confidence in your movements and know your limits. A lighter workout is better than getting hurt.

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Narf234 t1_iu55mv3 wrote

Interesting, thanks for the perspective

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MRSN4P t1_iuc6eex wrote

I have seen a number of friends struggling with weight, and one found great success in getting into water such as a pool to start exercising- the buoyancy of water can significantly reduce the stress on ankles and knees.

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