can anyone join this group or only hardcore exercisers ??

so i'm new to exercise kinda of, i mean i'm new to sticking with this exercise thing. my doctor told me in order to lose weight that i would need to get in at least 60 min of activity on most days. so per her instructions i have been going to the gym 5 days a week and exercising for 1hr to 2 hrs. hoping to see some serious weight loss so far have lost 17lbs. looking for friends and support.

this is for everybody, in fact, i would argue that this forum is MORE for the folks just getting started and need information/motivation than the vets.  keep posting and asking questions, the best way to jump in is on the daily workout threads.  welcome.

This group is for everyone. I don't consider myself to be a hardcore exercise person, but some will probably disagree. You will hopefully learn that this group is for anyone who wants to exercise. This group tends to get you more into a lifestyle of exercise than the other forums.

I agree that one way to best make use of this group is to ask questions and contribute to the daily workout threads. You will fund this is the least judgmental and most supportive group of people on this site.

Congrats on your success thus far and hope to see you on here.

 definitely for everybody, we've all been in your shoes!

I hope it's not just for hardcore exercisers...else I've gotta find somewhere else to post!

All levels are welcome here, welcome aboard!

Everyone is welcome, the only thing we ask is that you work at it to make yourself successful. The people on this board have figured out that exercise is a key component of the weight loss journey. Some of us actually enjoy working out now. So jump on in and start letting us know what your doing to make your life better.
Rob

WELCOME!!! As everyone has said, this place is for EVERYONE!!! Don't be a stranger...

I have started the couch to 5K! We just had the Gasparilla Distance Classic here. I have 9 weeks to prepare, and have picked a few I want to participate in. Plus, muddy buddy is in April. Can't wait!

Heather

Welcome!  All fitness levels welcome (I hope, because I THOUGHT I was hardcore until I read what some of these folks do!).

This is one of the most positive boards on OH....none of that "my surgery is better than yours" name calling junior high crap you'll see on some of the other boards.  These folks here "get it"....that we must incorporate exercise into our lives REGULARLY in order to maintain good health! 

If only so many others would follow, then I'll bet we wouldn't have any need for the "Failed Weight Loss Surgery" forum or the revision board (although I do realize some revisions are necessary due to advancements in the procedures).

I still believe too many people go into WLS with the notion that exercise is an option.....when it really is a requirement.

Best to ya!

Kim

For everyone and we are here to help. Ask anything you need to know.