> To me, all exercise seems like punishment. I've
> never found a way to shake that attitude.
Don't find an 'exercise' that you like then. Search for a sport or something FUN!
I don't like jogging, though it's great exercise, but I love to play ultimate frisbee and volleyball. While not strenuous exercise, they allow me to get out and move. I've dropped about 10 pounds and am holding steady as long as I play:) on a regular basis.
Walking may work, or badminton or competition programming (attach penalties for the loser like pushups or situps or a walk around the building). In my experience, to start losing weight it only takes a moderate amount of movement and consistency.
_The_Pragmatic_Programmer_ by Andrew Hunt and David Thomas is an excellent book containing many basic programming and project management tips. It is written in a clear style, making the information very accessible to any one. I suggest all new or relatively novice programmers pick up a copy and read it. Check out reviews and exerpts at: Amazon
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Don't find an 'exercise' that you like then. Search for a sport or something FUN!
I don't like jogging, though it's great exercise, but I love to play ultimate frisbee and volleyball. While not strenuous exercise, they allow me to get out and move. I've dropped about 10 pounds and am holding steady as long as I play :) on a regular basis.
Walking may work, or badminton or competition programming (attach penalties for the loser like pushups or situps or a walk around the building). In my experience, to start losing weight it only takes a moderate amount of movement and consistency.
Just my $0.02
_The_Pragmatic_Programmer_ by Andrew Hunt and David Thomas is an excellent book containing many basic programming and project management tips. It is written in a clear style, making the information very accessible to any one. I suggest all new or relatively novice programmers pick up a copy and read it. Check out reviews and exerpts at: Amazon