The better half and I have started going to the local gymn 3 times a week

[sad-cafe]

we are pretty new at this so all we do is walk the tradmill for over a mile. We then sit in the hot tub to ease our old bones. We hope to get better.

[bike man]

1. You can, and will, get better.

I go to the gym regularly, usually 5 days/week. My main focus in the gym is resistance exercises (free weights and machines), and ride a bicycle on the road for cardio work.

I can relate to the "old bones", mine are 70.

[Denninmi]

2. What do you want to do?

There are probably many activities, organized or individual, at a good gym. Talk to member services and see what the offer that appeals to you.

[sad-cafe]

3. we just want to be healthy

maybe work on our cardio and stamina. We are not looking to beef up or lose weight, we are both satisfied with our size.

[beveeheart]

4. I started the 17 Day Diet

2 weeks ago. Doing well, but haven't added exercise . Will get back to the gym tomorrow after not going for over a year and a half. I'm 69.

[sad-cafe]

5. we are close to that

both are just close to being retired and want to enjoy our retirement to the fullest and not worry about our bodies breaking down.

[bike man]

6. Inasmuch as "diet" is everything and anything one consumes, it might

be considered prudent to consult your health care provider and/or a qualified dietitian and have them provide a long range nourishment plan.

"Diets" with names (or are experiencing a popularity swell) is not necessarily the best plan for overall good health, especially as one ages.

[beveeheart]

7. What you suggested is good advice

and I did check with my physician about this particular "diet" before starting it. He OKed it. What I like most about it is that the food preparation is simple and I actually like the food choices. Also, since I prepare most of the family meals, no one is complaining that they are having to eat "diet" food.