Thank you! I’ve just always been bendy since I was a child. 
I also like to attribute it to having pet rabbits my whole life because I was always bending to the ground to them and never picking them up. 
I would definitely seek advice from a personal trainer or physical therapist. Maybe they can help with straightening you out. 
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But how do you really feel about lunges? 
I find them difficult to do also, but the balance challenge has got to be good for me. As we age, balance is important to train and maintain.
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I do body balance class…
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I’m booking a flow class to help and I’ve booked a spin class for tomorrow evening .I can balance on a static bike ……I hope 
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Spin is crazy. I’m really into it. First time I did it I wanted to vomit….so don’t be worried if it’s kicks your arse. It gets easier.
Oh jeez ok 
the guy I phoned at the gym told me it would be easier than blt class ….
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Maybe it is easier than your BLT but I found it hard at first as I was very competitive about starting it and going hard. You probably won’t be as stupid as I
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Stupidly comes hard and fast with me 
I’ll heed your advice 
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Thank you!
Just a fresh update over the past 2 years. So thankful. Still have work to do and need to keep it off (not drinking will be a massive help in that) but I’m so proud of how far ive come.
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Incredible.
Its so hard to stay focussed day in day out because changes like that happen slowly. The pictures make them look fast, but they’re not. Inspiring stuff.
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Definitely!!! I swore i wasnt making any progress and then one day i just felt like myself again
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What’s your go-to routine?
Morning HIIT Workout (3 Days a Week – 15 minutes)
These workouts can be done right at home and require no equipment. Alternate between the following three routines each week.
Estimated Calories Burned: ~120–180 calories per session
MONDAY - Lower Body Focus
Bodyweight Squats – 45 seconds on, 15 seconds rest
Glute Bridges – 45 seconds on, 15 seconds rest
Hydrants – 15, 10, 5 each leg
Reverse Lunges – 45 seconds on, 15 seconds rest
Lunges – 45 seconds on, 15 seconds rest
Repeat once, twice if you have extra time…
TUESDAY - Upper Body Focus
Push-Ups (on knees if needed) – 45 seconds on, 15 seconds rest
Tricep Dips (using a sturdy chair) – 45 seconds on, 15 seconds rest
Plank Shoulder Taps – 45 seconds on, 15 seconds rest
Arm Circles (small, controlled) – 45 seconds on, 15 seconds rest
Side Planks - 45 seconds on, 15 seconds rest
Repeat once, twice if you have extra time…
THURSDAY - Core & Full Body
Standing Knee-to-Elbow Crunches – 45 seconds on, 15 seconds rest
Plank (hold as long as possible) – 45 seconds on, 15 seconds rest
Russian Twists – 45 seconds on, 15 seconds rest
Bicycle Crunches – 45 seconds on, 15 seconds rest
Plank Shoulder Taps – 45 seconds on, 15 seconds rest
Repeat once, twice if you have extra time.
Evening Gym Workout (2 Days a Week – 30 minutes)
Alternate these workouts each week to target different muscle groups using the equipment in your gym.
Upper Body Workout (Day 1): ~150–200 calories
Lower Body & Core Workout (Day 2): ~180–230 calories
TUESDAY - Upper Body (Push & Pull)
Lat Pulldown Machine – 3 sets of 10-12 reps
Dumbbell Bench Press – 3 sets of 10-12 reps
Dumbbell Row – 3 sets of 10 reps per side
Tricep Extensions (with dumbbell) – 3 sets of 10-12 reps
Bicep Curls – 3 sets of 10-12 reps
THURSDAY - Lower Body & Core
Leg Curl Machine – 3 sets of 10-12 reps
Dumbbell Lunges – 3 sets of 10 reps per leg
Dumbbell Deadlifts – 3 sets of 10-12 reps
Glute Bridge (bodyweight or with dumbbell) – 3 sets of 15 reps
Plank – 3 sets, hold for as long as possible
Saturday Full Body Gym Workout (45-60 minutes)
This workout will cover all major muscle groups and include compound exercises for maximum calorie burn and strength gain.
Estimated Calories Burned (45-60 minutes): ~300–450 calories
Warm-Up – 5 minutes (dynamic stretches or light cardio on the elliptical)
Compound Strength Movements:
Dumbbell Squats – 4 sets of 8-10 reps
Lat Pulldown Machine – 4 sets of 8-10 reps
Bench Press – 4 sets of 8-10 reps
Accessory Exercises:
Leg Curl Machine – 3 sets of 12 reps
Dumbbell Shoulder Press – 3 sets of 10-12 reps
Dumbbell Row – 3 sets of 10 reps per side
Core Finisher:
Russian Twists – 2 sets of 20 reps per side
Bicycle Crunches – 2 sets of 20 reps per side
Plank – Hold for as long as possible
Cooldown – 5 minutes of stretching (focus on hamstrings, quads, back, and shoulders)
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That’s what’s up! You’ve been grinding
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I like your plan! You are doing great, keep going! 
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Thanks for sharing. This is a good reminder to myself that a workout doesnt always need to be 1hr+
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YES! I was struggling with motivation to go to the gym because my schedule is SO tight all the time. This helps me stay consistent. Consistent activity even in small amounts is better than overdoing it or dreading it so much you dont do it!
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Thank youuuu!!! 
Ive been trying for sure hahaha
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