The Just Thought I'd Share Thread

[sorcerer999]

Originally Posted by daniellaaarisen

My heart rate monitor watch always tells me I burn about 50 calories more per half hour than the elliptical says I do. I would definitely take the number on the elliptical lightly.

That being said... I heard that for weight loss, it's better to work on the elliptical for longer periods of time as slightly lower intensities? Is this true?

I usually shake it up every other day-- one day, I do 45 minutes while cruising comfortably (yet still out of breath) for the majority of the time with short periods of more exertion. The other day, it's 30 minutes of completely kicking my own ass.

I found a really great system last year for my cardio. I only do 20 minutes of cardio a day(mostly on treadmill, but sometimes elliptical or bike). However, in those 20 minutes, I up the intensity level every minute for four minutes and repeat the cycle 4 times.

Minute 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Level 5 5 6 7 8 9 6 7 8 9 6 7 8 9 6 7 8 9 10 5

Level 5 being a comfortable (but not easy) starting point...and Level 10 being the hardest I can run...my threshold if you will. On the last minute, you back down to level 5 as a cool down. Upping the intensity every minute for four cycles gives you an extreme workout, and it only takes a mere 20 minutes.

And I might add that just doing this simple program made me lose 87 pounds in the span of only 6 months. I also ate healthy and drank 8 glasses of water each day of course.

[sorcerer999]

Interesting. When I post it won't line up the levels with the minutes. But you get the idea.

[HomerMcvie]

Originally Posted by sorcerer999

And I might add that just doing this simple program made me lose 87 pounds in the span of only 6 months. I also ate healthy and drank 8 glasses of water each day of course.

I lost 45 lbs, over about 6 months...I think the massive consumption of water is crucial. I drink a minimum of 2 liters a day(3 liters, when I'm sweating during the summer).

[louielouie2000]

So I stumbled onto a DeLorean for sale while out riding my Vespa yesterday:



It *REALLY* made me miss my DeLoreans (yes, I've owned two over the years). I used to be so involved in the DeLorean community... the cars have been a huge part of my identity for the majority of my life. I miss the people in the community nearly as much as I miss the car itself. Not currently owning a DeLorean or being active in the community feels like part of my soul is missing! It's interesting how just seeing one of these cars in the flesh drug all that up .

[Spoinny]

Originally Posted by louielouie2000

So I stumbled onto a DeLorean for sale while out riding my Vespa yesterday:



It *REALLY* made me miss my DeLoreans (yes, I've owned two over the years). I used to be so involved in the DeLorean community... the cars have been a huge part of my identity for the majority of my life. I miss the people in the community nearly as much as I miss the car itself. Not currently owning a DeLorean or being active in the community feels like part of my soul is missing! It's interesting how just seeing one of these cars in the flesh drug all that up .

where did yours go (sorry if you already explained previously)?

[louielouie2000]

Originally Posted by Spoinny

where did yours go (sorry if you already explained previously)?

I was hit by a drunk in my first one in '03... so I had to replace it. I sold DeLorean #2 a while back due to hard economic times.

Originally Posted by markolas

My bf says he sees one on campus all the time. So evidently there are a few of them around town.

I wore one of my DeLorean shirts today, and I had a girl stop me and tell me the same thing (that she's seen several out and about across town). I know of several Austin DeLorean owners through my DeLorean message board too. There definitely seems to be quite a few running around town!

[HomerMcvie]

Originally Posted by louielouie2000

I was hit by a drunk in my first one in '03... so I had to replace it. I sold DeLorean #2 a while back due to hard economic times.

Ya know, I don't know that I've ever seen one, in person.

I've not been a car whore, since high school. I got voted "best car", my senior year, with a 1976 Camaro I had completely redone. 400 small block, 3:73 rear end, double pumper carb. Had it repainted and the whole nine yards.
It was the 2nd fastest car in my county!

Yeah, I used to be "that guy". Barely being able to afford college, killed the car guy in me.
And my string of 6 SUVs, ended recently, with me buying a Corolla(although I still own a GMC Jimmy, for pulling my band's trailer).

[LikeAWillow]

JTIS that my roommate is drunk and watching a barrage of videos about parrots.

[markolas]

Originally Posted by louielouie2000

It *REALLY* made me miss my DeLoreans (yes, I've owned two over the years). I used to be so involved in the DeLorean community... the cars have been a huge part of my identity for the majority of my life. I miss the people in the community nearly as much as I miss the car itself. Not currently owning a DeLorean or being active in the community feels like part of my soul is missing! It's interesting how just seeing one of these cars in the flesh drug all that up .

My bf says he sees one on campus all the time. So evidently there are a few of them around town.

[sorcerer999]

Originally Posted by louielouie2000

It *REALLY* made me miss my DeLoreans (yes, I've owned two over the years). I used to be so involved in the DeLorean community... the cars have been a huge part of my identity for the majority of my life. I miss the people in the community nearly as much as I miss the car itself. Not currently owning a DeLorean or being active in the community feels like part of my soul is missing! It's interesting how just seeing one of these cars in the flesh drug all that up .

Two questions - Why did you sell your DeLoreans? And I've always wondered, if you're parked between 2 cars, can you still get out? The doors popping upward would seem to get caught on the car beside it. I dunno. These are things I think about.

[louielouie2000]

Originally Posted by sorcerer999

I've always wondered, if you're parked between 2 cars, can you still get out? The doors popping upward would seem to get caught on the car beside it. I dunno. These are things I think about.

That's a common misnomer about DeLoreans. The doors actually swing up almost wholly vertically. You can actually park much closer to objects than you can in a car with normal doors, and still get out. Watch this video for proof:



If you parked that close to another car in a car with regular doors, you would not be able to exit your car.

[markolas]

JTIS

I'm wearing callous pads.

[sorcerer999]

Originally Posted by louielouie2000

That's a common misnomer about DeLoreans. The doors actually swing up almost wholly vertically. You can actually park much closer to objects than you can in a car with normal doors, and still get out. Watch this video for proof:



If you parked that close to another car in a car with regular doors, you would not be able to exit your car.

SWEET! I've always wondered and now I know.

...and knowing is half the battle!

[Spoinny]

Originally Posted by sorcerer999

SWEET! I've always wondered and now I know.

...and knowing is half the battle!

GI Joe!!!!!!

[jannieC]

Originally Posted by skcin

I don't rely on the calorie counter. I think most machines are just basing it mostly on speed, unless it's a state-of-the-art machine. I think if you felt you worked harder than usual, worked up a sweat & were slightly short of breath, you probably got a good workout. Next time keep the intensity up but go a bit faster & see if you can eventually go the same distance you went at a lower intensity.

BTW - I'm not a fitness pro or diet guru by any means. I'm a nurse so I have some knowledge of the human body & nutrition, but I'm pretty much just sharing what's worked for me. Don't want anyone to think I'm preaching or telling them my workout is the best.

I don't swear by the calorie counter, but I do like to see those numbers go up, for sure! I appreciate your input. I've been given a lot of advice when it comes to weights, stretching, etc, but I've never really known what to do in terms of cardio. I won't sue you if I die on the elliptical, I swear.

Originally Posted by sorcerer999

I found a really great system last year for my cardio. I only do 20 minutes of cardio a day(mostly on treadmill, but sometimes elliptical or bike). However, in those 20 minutes, I up the intensity level every minute for four minutes and repeat the cycle 4 times.

Minute 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Level 5 5 6 7 8 9 6 7 8 9 6 7 8 9 6 7 8 9 10 5

Level 5 being a comfortable (but not easy) starting point...and Level 10 being the hardest I can run...my threshold if you will. On the last minute, you back down to level 5 as a cool down. Upping the intensity every minute for four cycles gives you an extreme workout, and it only takes a mere 20 minutes.

And I might add that just doing this simple program made me lose 87 pounds in the span of only 6 months. I also ate healthy and drank 8 glasses of water each day of course.

I may just try this; sounds like a good sweaty workout.