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obese but want to start exercising…can I start with Pilates?

Question by huh?: obese but want to start exercising…can I start with Pilates?
Is Pilates a reasonable beginner workout for someone that hasn’t been active in a few years? I’m 5’7″ and about 250 lbs. I can walk for an hour without trouble but have very little flexibility or muscle. Is this a good place to start? If not, what is? Thanks!

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Answer by Kat
You should always consult your doctor if you aren’t sure when starting a new exercise routine, but I think at least beginner’s Pilates is safe for most people. Good job on starting to want to exercise. Remember, if you don’t see results right away, don’t give up!

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Q&A: I do yoga and pilates and I want to start running?

Question by Other Girl: I do yoga and pilates and I want to start running?
I used to walk everyday but I took up yoga and pilates and I did not have time for a 40 minute walk everyday anymore. I want to start running or jogging because I would have time to run for at most 20 minutes a day. How do I start? Do I do yoga and pilates before running? What should I eat and how much should I drink before I run?

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Answer by Chivalry
You should do yoga/pilates before running, so you can warm up a bit and reduce the chance of injury. As for what to eat, stick with not eating too much right before running. Try a good food high in carbs, like a banana right before your run.

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Q&A: How often should I do Pilates and cardio, since I want to do both?

Question by Katie: How often should I do Pilates and cardio, since I want to do both?
I don’t want to go overboard, but I want to see results. I’m going to be doing Pilates at home and going to the gym. Honestly, the only the I really do at the gym is the elliptical macine. So how many days a week should I do each? What kind of schedule should I go by?
My #1 goal is to lose weight. I know Pilates isn’t meant for that, but I would like to get toned also and it seems like a great way to go about it.

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Answer by Terry C
every other day

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