Negin Posted January 27, 2013 Share Posted January 27, 2013 New thread. Please post your workouts here. Everyone welcome. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Negin Posted January 27, 2013 Author Share Posted January 27, 2013 Not sure how many miles I'll be walking today, but I know I'll do at least 1 Mile and hopefully more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soror Posted January 27, 2013 Share Posted January 27, 2013 Hey all I think I'll try joining in. I'm really craving and enjoying exercising since I had baby #4 and have gotten strict again w/ the diet. I'm doing yoga and walking. My goal is yoga 6day a wk for at least 20 min(last week I was doing 30 min and I'm hoping to work up to about 1 hr) and walking at least 1x a week if weather permits and more if it is nicer. I like to bike as well but I cannot really do that unless dh is with us as the baby is too young for the trailer, with the sun setting as early as it does and the weather that doesn't happen much this time of year. Today it will likely just be yoga as it is raining here and dh and ds are sick. I started a Yoga Zone dvd last night and plan to finish it today- that's about 45 min total. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rgrin Posted January 27, 2013 Share Posted January 27, 2013 I'm in starting this week. I'm so excited. I really need it! I'm about 75 lbs overweight. I like to bike, but taking the boys makes it a non-exercise excursion as I have to stop every few yards as there's a problem or I have to wait for someone to catch up. A 30-minute walk with the boys barely takes us to the end of the driveway as they get distracted and want to look at everything. DH's schedule is awkward, so he rarely has a chance to keep them so that I can do my thing. We bought an elliptical yesterday morning from Costco for $600. It's got all kinds of settings, automatic incline, MP3 imput, cup holder, and a built-in fan. It's much better than I would have expected for the price! Here's someone's blog post I found about it if you want to see it. Yesterday afternoon, I dug out my collection of workout DVDs (Denise Austin fat-blasting yoga, Crunch Pilates, and Amira's bellydance 101) and hand weights. Last night, I downloaded the Daily Workout app to rotate through two sections a day. My plan is to do 10-15 minutes on the elliptical each day (I've not spent any time on a machine in about a year and a half, so I'm starting slow), followed by: Mon - arms/core app, short stretching session Tues - buns/legs app, short stretching session Wed - DVD Thurs - arms/core, short stretching session Fri - buns/legs, short stretching session Sat - DVD Sun - a long, luxurious 30-min. whole body stretching routine (DW app). I love stretching! That's my plan. Sorry It's so long, but I had to write it out for you all for some accountability. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anne in CA Posted January 27, 2013 Share Posted January 27, 2013 I just started Tracy Anderson on Friday. So far I have done Friday and Sat and I will do today pretty soon. I really need to lose the ab weight I have put on through careless eating in the last year. I am going to follow her eating plan somewhat, but I will take days off sometimes and have coffee with milk at least at first. I do intend to wean myself off coffee though, and drink green tea only. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Critterfixer Posted January 27, 2013 Share Posted January 27, 2013 New folks welcome! Ran 6 miles today and bullied the DH into walking two more with me. The boys did 6 miles on their bikes with me trotting along behind. Nice weather today for running--cool, cloudy, very light wind and damp-ish. Now we see. How will the foot be tomorrow? If good, half-marathon training is a go! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SJ. Posted January 27, 2013 Share Posted January 27, 2013 I'm in starting this week. I'm so excited. I really need it! I'm about 75 lbs overweight. I like to bike, but taking the boys makes it a non-exercise excursion as I have to stop every few yards as there's a problem or I have to wait for someone to catch up. A 30-minute walk with the boys barely takes us to the end of the driveway as they get distracted and want to look at everything. DH's schedule is awkward, so he rarely has a chance to keep them so that I can do my thing. We bought an elliptical yesterday morning from Costco for $600. It's got all kinds of settings, automatic incline, MP3 imput, cup holder, and a built-in fan. It's much better than I would have expected for the price! Here's someone's blog post I found about it if you want to see it. Yesterday afternoon, I dug out my collection of workout DVDs (Denise Austin fat-blasting yoga, Crunch Pilates, and Amira's bellydance 101) and hand weights. Last night, I downloaded the Daily Workout app to rotate through two sections a day. My plan is to do 10-15 minutes on the elliptical each day (I've not spent any time on a machine in about a year and a half, so I'm starting slow), followed by: Mon - arms/core app, short stretching session Tues - buns/legs app, short stretching session Wed - DVD Thurs - arms/core, short stretching session Fri - buns/legs, short stretching session Sat - DVD Sun - a long, luxurious 30-min. whole body stretching routine (DW app). I love stretching! That's my plan. Sorry It's so long, but I had to write it out for you all for some accountability. It sounds like you have some great plans! I am not familiar with the app, do they have chest and back workouts? If so, maybe add that in with your arms. A lot of chest/back exercises work your arms too, more bang for your buck. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rgrin Posted January 28, 2013 Share Posted January 28, 2013 Okay. I managed 10 minutes on the elliptical before I thought I would die. I eked out another minute and made it to 1 mile (according to the machine). The stretches were nice, though! Here's hoping I'm not too fatigued to continue tomorrow... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soror Posted January 28, 2013 Share Posted January 28, 2013 Only 17 min yesterday, starting to feel rather ick. I was hoping for 45 but it seems I'm fighting the flu that dh and ds have. We will see how it all goes. Last night the baby nursed a ton so I didn't get much sleep so we will see what I can do. I might try a little walk if it clears and maybe do an easy yoga routine. I'm getting really tired of winter. This is the 3rd time dh has brought home some nasty illness and every time I start to get an exercise routine established then I get sick. I haven't got it as bad as dh though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom-ninja. Posted January 29, 2013 Share Posted January 29, 2013 Hello newcomers. Glad to see some new people joining us. Don't worry about life getting in the way at times. Even 10 minutes of movement makes a difference. I've done some JM 30 day shred with dh. I did Bob Harper Rev Cardio....that one gets you Yesterday I ran This morning ran for about 25 minutes and then did 30 min yoga. I did a new DVD and it was fun to do something different. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LG Gone Wild Posted January 29, 2013 Share Posted January 29, 2013 Yay! New people! Did my trail 1/2 marathon. Yep, it was just as hard as last time. Wow. Taking the week off. (still making my dd exercise though) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halcyon Posted January 29, 2013 Share Posted January 29, 2013 Ran 5.2 miles Sunday. It was difficult, almost too difficult. I am not sure about doing a half in 8 weeks. Monday, rest Tuesday, Turbo Fire 45. Wednesday, Turbo Fire Core Thursday, Strength oR HIIT 25 Friday run 3 miles Saturday Rest Sunday We'll see. If I can run 6 miles reasonably happily, then good. But if I feel exhausted at mile 4, I don't know. That's the plan, anyhow! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rgrin Posted January 29, 2013 Share Posted January 29, 2013 In spite of sore quads from yesterday's ten minutes, I made it to twelve minutes on the elliptical today. I also used the Daily Workout app and did five minutes of abs and 5 minutes of arms. Baby steps, right? BTW, what's a good quad stretch that DOESN'T involve my using non-existent muscles to lift my foot up to my butt? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joyofsixreboot Posted January 29, 2013 Share Posted January 29, 2013 Sunday-5 mile run and 50 push ups, 30 sit ups, 40 tri cep dips and planks. Yesterday I ran 4 miles and did some serious stretching. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soror Posted January 29, 2013 Share Posted January 29, 2013 Monday- 30 min yoga No walk, probably not going to happen this week as now I have 2 more sick and don't want to leave a 3 and 5 yo alone while I walk! Still feeling a bit ick myself but hoping I continue to fight things off. Aiming for another 30 min today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Critterfixer Posted January 29, 2013 Share Posted January 29, 2013 Ran 5.2 miles Sunday. It was difficult, almost too difficult. I am not sure about doing a half in 8 weeks. To me it is all in the recovery after a difficult run. I had a really hard run last Sunday, a lot of hills, and I breezed about two and a half miles of it pretty fast for me. Monday was bad. I was sore, my foot hurt and I was wiped out. Even my shins hurt, and my shins almost never hurt after running, lucky me! Today I really, really didn't want to get out there again, but I did, and even managed my distance, although I didn't have the energy or will to try for any interval stuff today. But I actually think it did me good to get out there. Sometimes I think that if I follow up a hard run with a gentle recovery run in the 24 to 48 I actually feel pretty good on the next run. I also find that drinking copious amounts of fluids after a hard run helps with recovery, and eating bananas and yogurt seems to help too. Probably something to do with electrolytes and magnesium. Also I ice after hard runs. I'm not gutsy enough to plunge myself into an ice bath, but I've heard that if you can stand it, an ice bath on the lower body with a warm electrolyte rich fluid to drink while your teeth are chattering is supposed to be good to help with muscle soreness post-run. Bottom line--while I wouldn't be comfortable with training for a half-marathon in eight weeks without a running base of 12-15 miles per week, if you plan to do it just be sure to treat your body with care during the training--lots of ice when needed, lots and lots of stretching, and I'd try to stick a massage or two in there if you could. And of course plenty of hydration and electrolytes and good food. You are asking a good deal of your body, and it seems, at least IMO, that the better you treat it, the better it tends to perform for you. I also believe in rewarding yourself--I buy myself flowers for those hard runs, spend extra time reading, get a nice movie for myself...That helps. Did my trail 1/2 marathon. Yep, it was just as hard as last time. Wow. Taking the week off. Three cheers! What do you find to be the best thing about trail runs? They intrigue me, but I worry a little bit about stability when running. Still, the idea of a gallop through the woods just sounds---nice. I've even got a perfect place to train a little north of here, and south I've got a perfect rim trail on top of a small mountain that would do, although there are plenty of places to kill yourself if you slip up there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted January 29, 2013 Share Posted January 29, 2013 In the interest of accountability: Sunday & Monday: nothing. I'm having some continued sinus issues and another chronic health issue flare up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoggirl Posted January 29, 2013 Share Posted January 29, 2013 Monday: JM No More Trouble Zones - I use mostly 8-lb weights, but only 5-lbs on the first circuit. Tuesday: Bob Harper Yoga Abs and Brazil Butt Lift High & Tight Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luckymama Posted January 29, 2013 Share Posted January 29, 2013 Still sick. The sinus headache has morphed into dd's sore throat and ears with low grade fever and chills. I feel like crud :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kim in Appalachia Posted January 29, 2013 Share Posted January 29, 2013 I'll jump in. I'm still recovering from some damaged ribs, but I can now do some yoga. So I've been doing my own take (meaning I can it a bit) of the first part of Primary series. I avoid any twists. I tried to do a simple reclining twist and my ribs hurt for 2 days. If i avoid that I'm ok. It feels good to to do sun salutes and open up my hips and hamstrings. I'm trying to do yoga everyday. I'm going to attempt a walk/run today. I may even go outside. My plan is to run for 2 mins at a time, with 3 mins of walking. If I am not in horrible pain tomorrow (my ribs) I plan on doing the same thing for Wed and Thurs. I'll see how it goes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fraidycat Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 I'll jump in. I'm trying to establish a good exercise routine. As in, get my butt off the chair and actually exercise. Today a friend and I tried a Brazil Butt Lift workout - I think it was High and Tight. I did a little extra stretching after. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom-ninja. Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 Yay! New people! Did my trail 1/2 marathon. Yep, it was just as hard as last time. Wow. Taking the week off. (still making my dd exercise though) Very cool. Sorry to all those who are sick. Hope you all recover soon. Today, I did nothing. Didn't fit it in today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soror Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 30 min power yoga this am, actually feeling pretty good this evening. No walk, was going to take one when dh got home but by the time he made it in the storm had started. Planning to try my more challenging dvd tomorrow, assuming I'm still feeling better and I actually get some sleep (please baby sleep!). It is inspiring to read about everyone here. Sorry to hear about so many other sick people though, this year has been terrible around here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caroljenn Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 Yay! Maybe this will give me some accountability! Yesterday I did 40 minutes on the treadmill, walking at 3.3 mph, random hill climb function. Today I swam 40 laps, a little over a half mile. Half swimming, half leg kicks with kickboard. Tomorrow I have to clean (someone else's) house- so no gym Thursday maybe treadmill and some weights? Friday- cleaning again- no gym Hoping to go to gym on Sat or Sunday sometime Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gardenmom5 Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 I did yoga. I'm starting to notice improved muscle tone in my abdominals. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catfishcookin Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 I've been lurking WTM for a long time and finally decided to participate! I have been running for a year and half now, at four miles a pop....up hills! Going down-hill I am 20 yrs old but going up-hill I'm 80! Truth be told, I'm 49. East Tennessee doesn't have any flat roads...cause I'm too close to the Smokey Mtns! Starting the running to relieve homeschooling stress and it works. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LG Gone Wild Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 In spite of sore quads from yesterday's ten minutes, I made it to twelve minutes on the elliptical today. I also used the Daily Workout app and did five minutes of abs and 5 minutes of arms. Baby steps, right? BTW, what's a good quad stretch that DOESN'T involve my using non-existent muscles to lift my foot up to my butt? Hmmm, you could try it lying on your side and pulling your ankle to your butt that way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LG Gone Wild Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 Three cheers! What do you find to be the best thing about trail runs? They intrigue me, but I worry a little bit about stability when running. Still, the idea of a gallop through the woods just sounds---nice. I've even got a perfect place to train a little north of here, and south I've got a perfect rim trail on top of a small mountain that would do, although there are plenty of places to kill yourself if you slip up there. I don't know. I could run 13 miles around my neighborhood comfortably (okay, some discomfort) but 13 on a trail is so hard. Stability is a problem but that is the challenge. Sunday's marathon, while not normally a technically difficult course, was technically difficult due to the mud. I hurt in places that I don't normally but that is all part of adventure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom-ninja. Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 Ran this morning. LG or anyone else, do you have a protein (whey) powder you like/recommend? I know to look for whey protein isolate. The one I have is okay but I don't like that it has soy in it. I also don't want one with sugar or artificial sweetner. I've heard about Jay Robb. Any others? My ds's doctor wants him taking 18g of protein powder daily so I need something good yet hopefully won't break the bank too much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rgrin Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 Managed another 11 minutes on the elliptical yesterday, but did not do the Daily Workout app zones like I had planned. Life got wild and I couldn't fit it in. I did weigh in today and I've lost 2 pounds in the past week! Woo-hoo! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kim in Appalachia Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 I ran and it felt great! And because I limited my running to 3 miles, I also swam 800 yards (which takes me over 20 minutes). It was wonderful. I got up and did yoga this morning, Primary through Marichyasana A, then added some hip openers and a back bend, then ended with the closing series. It felt so good to strectch out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LG Gone Wild Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 Ran this morning. LG or anyone else, do you have a protein (whey) powder you like/recommend? I know to look for whey protein isolate. The one I have is okay but I don't like that it has soy in it. I also don't want one with sugar or artificial sweetner. I've heard about Jay Robb. Any others? My ds's doctor wants him taking 18g of protein powder daily so I need something good yet hopefully won't break the bank too much. I take Shakeology which has no soy. They have two main options - Vegan and Whey. I use the Vegan though I am not vegan. They are sweetened with coconut flower nectar. Shakeology isn't just protein though and the price reflects that. I used to use Option Nutrition but they have artificial flavors and sweeteners. That really doesn't bother me because ON has some neat flavors. I like neat flavors. Would it be possible just to fry up your son some eggs for breakfast? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Soror Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 Did 45 min of Yoga this am- P90x -YogaX, not my favorite but it works. I can tell definite increases in strength and endurance here. I still have to modify some and come out of poses at time but it is less every time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 Tuesday: nothing Wednesday : 30 minute flow yoga - finally! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joyofsixreboot Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 Tues: ran 4 miles, did weights Today: it's shaping up to be the kind of day that if I get on the treadmill and walk we'll call it good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LG Gone Wild Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 Did 45 min of Yoga this am- P90x -YogaX, not my favorite but it works. I can tell definite increases in strength and endurance here. I still have to modify some and come out of poses at time but it is less every time. I am supposed to do this today and I am stalling. Hate YogaX. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soror Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 I am supposed to do this today and I am stalling. Hate YogaX. LOL, it was always one of my favorites of the p90x videos. It is challenging though and I don't have the strength to do the chaturangas all just right. I made it to the balance postures today, which is far as I've gotten since doing it post partum. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom-ninja. Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 Would it be possible just to fry up your son some eggs for breakfast? I do. His doctor wants him to dramatically increase his calories/carbs/protein for the next 5 weeks at least. Along with the protein powder he is also supposed to take Duocal to boost calories. So he needs eggs for breakfast along with extras I can throw in. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gardenmom5 Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 yoga. My goal is 6x per week. but If I do 4x per week for a month - I am treating myself to a massage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soror Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 yoga. My goal is 6x per week. but If I do 4x per week for a month - I am treating myself to a massage. Oh, I like that. I'll have to think of a reward for meeting my goal as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Critterfixer Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 I'm supposed to run five miles today. Right now the wind is whipping, it's very cold, my creek is to high to cross after the rain last night, my nose is running and my foot hurts. I'm opting for three miles on the treadmill tonight instead and will do my five miler tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LG Gone Wild Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 I do. His doctor wants him to dramatically increase his calories/carbs/protein for the next 5 weeks at least. Along with the protein powder he is also supposed to take Duocal to boost calories. So he needs eggs for breakfast along with extras I can throw in. :) Avocados on everything! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LG Gone Wild Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 LOL, it was always one of my favorites of the p90x videos. It is challenging though and I don't have the strength to do the chaturangas all just right. I made it to the balance postures today, which is far as I've gotten since doing it post partum. I did the whole thing. I really needed it. I moved like Frankenstein. I've lost a lot of mobility from not stretching and not moving slow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoggirl Posted January 31, 2013 Share Posted January 31, 2013 Wednesday - Jackie Warner Power Circuit Training Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halcyon Posted January 31, 2013 Share Posted January 31, 2013 Wednesday: ran 4 miles at a fast clip. Feel pretty good. Thursday: off Friday: run 4 miles or Turbo Fire 55. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soror Posted January 31, 2013 Share Posted January 31, 2013 20 min- Rodney Yee Power Yoga: Yoga Burn Feel crappy today. Started coughing yesterday afternoonish. Hoping it passes soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kim in Appalachia Posted January 31, 2013 Share Posted January 31, 2013 Yesterday afternoon I did a workout my cousin had posted on Pinterest. You run fast (like at speed 7) on the treadmill for 1 min, then walk for 3 mins putting the incline up to 15%. You are supposed to do it 8 times. I only had 35 minutes and I needed to do a warm up first, so I did a 5 min jog, then started the workout and did 6 reps, then a cool down for 4 mins It was tough. My glutes feel it today. This morning I got up and did yoga. I am trying to do a month of yoga, then I would like to take it down to 3 times a week and add back some kettle bell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kim in Appalachia Posted January 31, 2013 Share Posted January 31, 2013 20 min- Rodney Yee Power Yoga: Yoga Burn Feel crappy today. Started coughing yesterday afternoonish. Hoping it passes soon. I hope it passes quickly. The coughing is annoying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rgrin Posted January 31, 2013 Share Posted January 31, 2013 Wednesday: 11 minutes on treadmill and 20 minutes doing two sections from the "Pick Your Spot Pilates" DVD (butt and thighs). I don't hurt this morning. That's a first since I started on Sunday! Woo-hoo! Maybe soon I'll be able to breathe enough to get past 11 minutes on the elliptical. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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