TV series advice.....

[Mermaid02]

I'm planning on getting back on my elliptical machine as soon as my surgeon ok's it. I was wondering what tv series (I could get from netflix) you would recommend. We don't watch much tv.... for example I've seen desperate housewives ONCE, never seen Sons of Anarchy or Arrested development etc. We tend to watch Discovery channel etc. But I thought if I could get into a series and only allow myself to watch while I'm on the elliptical it would be motivating.....

 

[momof1princess]

criminal minds seems to be in reruns a LOT on A&E, and it's a really good show. anything on TV Land, pretty much. DH loves to watch hogan's heroes on there. A&E shows a lot of good stuff, and i love the history channel too.

 

[MOMTOCUTESTDOGEVER]

Dexter.

 

[BCDisneyFanatic]

What sort of shows do you prefer - are you looking for dramas, comedies, or documentary/reality shows?

Recently I went through all the seasons of Brothers and Sisters, and really enjoyed it. I also did the same with Men in Trees a while back. The first half-season of Glee is out on DVD, and I think that would be a lot of fun to work out to.

Although I love Lost, I think it would be too hard to follow while exercising.

I don't watch many sitcoms or reality shows, so if those are more your speed, I'm sure someone else can give you some great suggestions!

Good luck with your exercise programme! I just got a stationary bike today to start training again since I'm not allowed to run for a while (knee problems). I like your idea...I'll be looking at the suggestions for myself to try to keep myself motivated

 

[suejai]

Lost - it is very absorbing and before you know it the time has flown by. You won't even know you're exercising.

or if you prefer sci-fi I recommend Babylon 5 - great show

For comedy there is always Friends.

 

[The Mystery Machine]

NCIS

Seriously I have my whole family addicted to it.There is just something about Gibbs and his crew.

 

[pat fan]

I don't know how long you work out for, but if you want funny & half hour blocks, Two and a Half Men is pretty good.

My DS LOVES NCIS, Burn Notice, Scrubs and House.

 

[MiniGirl]

I was going to suggest Glee. The songs may even inspire you to go a little faster. LOL!!! It is only 30 minutes though. On DVD w/o commercials, it just may not be enough time. Maybe watch 2 episodes.

We also love NCIS around here if you are looking for an hour long drama.

 

[sdemore]

I'm with PP NCIS is my favorite and I know they have it on Netflix, Also, Law and Order SVU, CSI Miami is another of my favorites and Criminal Minds although I am not sure Criminal Minds is on Netflix. As I look at my suggestions I do seem obsessed with criminal shows. Is this the sign of a sick mind?

 

[Big Kid]

It's hard to say what you might like without knowing a little about you. That said, "Breaking Bad" is the most compelling drama that I have seen in recent years. The main character, Walt, is a high school chemistry teacher newly diagnosed with cancer. In an effort to provide for his family financially in the short time left to him, he first manufactures and then distributes crystal meth. There are consequences.

HBO's "The Wire" is a brilliant examination of the drug trade and those who engage in it on all sides of the law. It's an ensemble cast, understandably dark, and so not quite as much of a "page-turner" as "Breaking Bad."

I also have to give a shout out to the first season of "Veronica Mars," a indomitable teenaged detective confronting the murder of her best friend, the breakup of her family, and being booted from the upper echelon of her school's social pyramid. This sounds like someone trying to pitch an edgier 90210, but Veronica is an entirely different speicies.

I also have found TV series on DVD that can only be watched while on the elliptical to initially be good motivation to trudge down to the basement and eventually a time of the day to which I look forward. Happy ellipting!

 

[spaceacewannabe]

Dexter.

I also have to give a shout out to the first season of "Veronica Mars," a indomitable teenaged detective confronting the murder of her best friend, the breakup of her family, and being booted from the upper echelon of her school's social pyramid. This sounds like someone trying to pitch an edgier 90210, but Veronica is an entirely different speicies.

These are the two shows I would like to be able to wipe my memory of, just so I could watch them again and re-experience them like they're new I'm actually a little sad that I've already seen them. I saved up all of Dexter season 4 for winter break and watched it in two days. You'll never get off the elliptical.

 

[Mermaid02]

THANK YOU SO MUCH!

I think I'll start with Veronica Mars.......

We do watch NCIS (discovered it in syndication!) and SVU (syndication also!)

Lots of great suggestions!

 

[disneyfanforever]

The first season of Veronica Mars was hysterical. DH and I also loved Arrested Development which we watched through Netflix. Such a funny show, and I am so happy they are making a movie.

Glee is also fantastic! That is my new obsession. Oh, you could also try Chuck. I love that show!

Have fun!

 

[RachelNinja]

Haha, I was going to suggest Veronica Mars to you! I just recently re-watched season 1 and season 2 on TheWB.com (season 3 is up 1/10). Plus, I just got season 1 at Target for $17 a couple of days ago. Love that it's serious stuff (murder mystery is throughout the first seasons, but there's also something else that needs to be solved in each episode), yet the relationship between Veronica and her dad (private investigator) is hilarious!

I would also suggest Gilmore Girls. I have all 7 seasons on DVD, and I turn that on when I MUST clean my room. I've seen each season so many times, and the best part of it is the dialog so I don't have to be staring at the screen when it's on. It's funny too, IMO. I don't know that I could workout to something that's slow or dramatic.

Lastly, I love Alias! That's the other show I have all on DVD. Tons of action would definitely get me motivated to work out!

 

[krcit]

How about True Blood?? Also Deadwood was one of my all-time favorite shows.

 

[Christine]

I am *really* into Dexter right now. Just finished up Season 2 yesterday. Each show is about an hour. It's great. I'm not a big TV watcher at all but I LOVE this show.

 

[TheBigBadWolf]

I'm not much of a TV watcher, but I love Dexter.

 

[vettechick99]

How about True Blood?? Also Deadwood was one of my all-time favorite shows.

Adore Deadwood! Really you can't go wrong with any of HBO's series.

How about The Office?

 

[phorsenuf]

The shield was a great series (still missing it.) Big Love is a good one too. The new season for that is starting the 9th. Can't wait!

 

[happygirl]

I wouldn't try to get into Lost this late in the game lol

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