Radically Retired

A Fitness Refocus

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My next challenge for ChatGPT was to develop a new exercise program for me.

Because I’d been power walking for over eight years, I think my body had become accustomed to it, so it wasn’t as efficient anymore in terms of maintaining fitness.

It seemed my metabolism had stalled out.

I entered my issues, my age, and my goals. Before too long, I had a program that I could live with.

I’ve now switched from power walking to the Japanese walking method and have added strength training.

ChatGPT outlined everything in detail, and so far, it’s going well.

The Japanese walking method takes half the time of the power walking (30 mins vs an hour), but it definitely feels more intense. The frequency is five days per week with slower and/or longer walks or a rest on the other two days.

The strength training is mild and done via light weights, resistance bands, and calisthenics. Right now the frequency is 3x per week.

Today is day 10 and I’m already noticing improvements in terms of energy and how much better my clothes are fitting.

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7 responses to “A Fitness Refocus”

  1. Lana Avatar
    Lana

    How do you use a resistance band as you walk along at pace?!

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    1. Terry Avatar
      Terry

      I don’t. The strength training is on its own, separate from the walking. 😊

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  2. Dwight Hyde Avatar
    Dwight Hyde

    Way to rock it. Terry💪! Adding strength training is huge. Curios, what is the Japanese walking method? Way to invest in your life my friend – so happy for you.

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    1. Terry Avatar
      Terry

      Thank you, Dwight! I’ve been investing in my health and life for many years. The Japanese walking method is simple in description, yet a truly good cardio workout with minimal time invested. It’s also recommended for seniors. You walk 3 minutes at a slow pace, then 3 minutes at around 75-80% of your top pace and then cycle those back and forth until you’ve completed 30 minutes. I made playlists for myself with the alternating tempos. Most songs run 2.5 – 3 minutes so that works good for me to set my pace. It’s HIIT for walking. Have a great day!

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      1. Dwight Hyde Avatar
        Dwight Hyde

        That’s pretty neat and I like how you timed your playlist- right on.🙌

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    annemariedemyen

    That is great, Terry! It is always fun to shake things up. We will bd clearing snow around here today.

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    1. Terry Avatar
      Terry

      Yes, I’ve seen posts from family at home about that big dump of snow. I’m sure the moisture is most welcome to the farmers. And yes, it’s good to shake things up, Anne. Have a great day!

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