Luckymama Posted January 7, 2015 Share Posted January 7, 2015 Day off from gym, just stretching and the daily ab challenge from Blogilates. I'd love to go for a walk but brrrrrrrrr :eek: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted January 7, 2015 Share Posted January 7, 2015 Today was upper body weight training. I'm a day behind now, but I bet I can get my plyo and yoga in tomorrow and be caught up. Neign, I'm sorry. Been there, done that. Too many times. LOLLIE!! WOOT!! You go girl!! I do push ups with the tops of my feet flat on the carpet because I'm prone to ingrown toenails and I swear push ups cause them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hornblower Posted January 7, 2015 Share Posted January 7, 2015 Yesterday did some random things with weights for the upper body. I'm all jazzed about that article I posted recently about how most of the benefit comes from the first set of reps so if you're short on time, just skip the next sets. That's right up my alley...Today I plan a lower leg yoga stretch class after I walk the dogs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyJoy Posted January 7, 2015 Share Posted January 7, 2015 I did a Billy Blanks Tae-Bo video. I paid DS(5) $0.50 to entertain DD(17 mo.) for 45 min. His response was, "Mommy, you should exercise every day so I can get lots of money!!!! Now I'll have a little voice nagging me to do it :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rieshy Posted January 7, 2015 Share Posted January 7, 2015 WO stretch roll. I'm really committed to passing two progressions this month. I can do this. I'm ready. 💃 Progressions in your martial arts? Are they new katas- or something we call stripes that mean you are that much closer to testing for a new belt? I'm in bed recovering from a stomach flu.... Ugh. Reading all of the posted workouts makes me smile. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snickerdoodle Posted January 7, 2015 Share Posted January 7, 2015 No, I mean progressions towards my Progressions in your martial arts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snickerdoodle Posted January 7, 2015 Share Posted January 7, 2015 Oh gosh! NO FLU Rieshy! I forbid it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted January 7, 2015 Share Posted January 7, 2015 Oh gosh! NO FLU Rieshy! I forbid it! At least she's smiling. It makes me happy too, to see all the new/returning people. Some of them are quite impressive. Eta: My profile picture really has no idea what it's doing, does it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snickerdoodle Posted January 7, 2015 Share Posted January 7, 2015 It's 18°F where I am. Brrr.. Didn't see anyone running when I went out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ausmumof3 Posted January 7, 2015 Share Posted January 7, 2015 Ok we got a bit derailed but I'm going to start again tomorrow! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joyofsixreboot Posted January 8, 2015 Share Posted January 8, 2015 Reishy-I felt bad Sat&Sun. Stomach flu is evil. I hope you feel better quickly. It is cold, cold, cold. It is hard to run in 3 layers. Doing church exercise again tonight too. I think I'm their mascot or charm or something. I get these texts asking if I'm coming....weird. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shukriyya Posted January 8, 2015 Share Posted January 8, 2015 Reishy, hopefully there is someone tending to you. The usual here. I need to mix it up a bit. Still haven't cracked open the kettlebell. And fitbit is telling me how woefully low my h20 intake is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Negin Posted January 8, 2015 Author Share Posted January 8, 2015 I'm hoping that the multi-quote feature starts working again soon. I'd like to reply to quite a few posts. Stretching only. No time to do more right now. Will rebound later today and hopefully do a Classical Stretch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom-ninja. Posted January 8, 2015 Share Posted January 8, 2015 Seems stomach bugs are rampant this season. Today was upper body strength again but this was chest and tri. Didn't feel like it though cause my shoulder was protesting pretty much through all the "chest" exercises. So I used really light weights. Really light. My chest felt nothing, but my shoulder sure did. I will try and go for a run with my dog later today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenn- Posted January 8, 2015 Share Posted January 8, 2015 Yesterday was another day of taekwondo for me. Unfortunately, I've hurt a muscle in my upper back. It's been tweaking out on me for about a month, but yesterday the pain level was almost bad enough to head to the doctor. Instead I practiced. Stupid endocrine system needed a hit of endorphines. I did some research last night, it's my push up muscle. :glare: I'll be good just long enough for it to stop hurting this time, but it is just going to have to get over itself, girl push ups are gone in 2015. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luckymama Posted January 8, 2015 Share Posted January 8, 2015 Gym this afternoon after the plumber comes. Haven't yet decided what to do :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lollie010 Posted January 8, 2015 Share Posted January 8, 2015 Today is a gym day! I'm looking forward to it. I'm just going with my standard workout. i can only afford the trainer once a month so I don't change things up much in between. Right now I'm just focusing on getting into the routine of going and doing the best that I can. Tuesday I was there during the crossfit class, so I was able to observe. I don't think I'm too far off from joining. They look like they are having FUN!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rieshy Posted January 8, 2015 Share Posted January 8, 2015 Wednesday- I did manage my 100 swings but TGU's were out on occasion of dizziness. Snicker doodle- loved the video of the Stadler move. I'm both impressed and challenged. Ivan only hold a handstand for a short bit. In watching the strength and body control that move takes and breaking it down I have a new goal for 2015- I'll be working up from head, crow, and forearm stand to a perfect handstand. For one i can only imagine the power your kicks must have. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luckymama Posted January 8, 2015 Share Posted January 8, 2015 Today is a gym day! I'm looking forward to it. I'm just going with my standard workout. i can only afford the trainer once a month so I don't change things up much in between. Right now I'm just focusing on getting into the routine of going and doing the best that I can. Tuesday I was there during the crossfit class, so I was able to observe. I don't think I'm too far off from joining. They look like they are having FUN!!! Care to share your standard gym workout? ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snickerdoodle Posted January 8, 2015 Share Posted January 8, 2015 Today skillwork, stretch, roll, MA. Rieshy, :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PinkTulip Posted January 8, 2015 Share Posted January 8, 2015 Hi friends, do you mind if I join in? 2014 was hands down the worst year of my life, so I decided to make 2015 MY year! I have exercised on and off for years, but this year I am really committed to losing 15 pounds. I ordered a Fitbit Charge HR yesterday, and have set a goal to go to the gym a minimum of 20 times in January. It will be nice to have a little accountability here. So, today I walked on the treadmill for 65 minutes, did C25k week 1, and then did some pull downs, chest presses, and rows. Once I finish Couch25k, I'm thinking about starting T25. Slache, I would be interested in hearing your review of the program: do you love it/tolerate it, have you seen significant results in how you feel/look, etc. Thanks for letting me be a part of your group! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Negin Posted January 8, 2015 Author Share Posted January 8, 2015 2014 was hands down the worst year of my life, so I decided to make 2015 MY year! :grouphug: I'm sorry to hear that you had an awful year. I love your positive attitude and hope and pray that 2015 will be better. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joyofsixreboot Posted January 8, 2015 Share Posted January 8, 2015 Hi friends, do you mind if I join in? 2014 was hands down the worst year of my life, so I decided to make 2015 MY year! I have exercised on and off for years, but this year I am really committed to losing 15 pounds. I ordered a Fitbit Charge HR yesterday, and have set a goal to go to the gym a minimum of 20 times in January. It will be nice to have a little accountability here. So, today I walked on the treadmill for 65 minutes, did C25k week 1, and then did some pull downs, chest presses, and rows. Once I finish Couch25k, I'm thinking about starting T25. Slache, I would be interested in hearing your review of the program: do you love it/tolerate it, have you seen significant results in how you feel/look, etc. Thanks for letting me be a part of your group! Sorry it was a horrible year but welcome. It has warmed up from -8 to 2 but still frosty so I did 4 miles on the treadmill. It was all I could stand. I may go to yoga tonight if I think my back can take it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PinkTulip Posted January 8, 2015 Share Posted January 8, 2015 Thanks for your support. In 2014, we had: 4 broken bones, stitches, influenza, a flooding refrigerator that ruined our kitchen floor and the basement ceiling, two separately leaking pipes that flooded two separate rooms, two cars that completely died and had to be replaced, three family members starting medication for depression, and my oldest son was diagnosed with hip dysplasia which required two surgeries where his pelvis was broken in three places, the bone fragment was rotated around, and four six-inch screws were placed to hold it all together. I am ready to say good riddance to 2014, and welcome to an amazing and healthy 2015! YAY! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted January 8, 2015 Share Posted January 8, 2015 Hi friends, do you mind if I join in? 2014 was hands down the worst year of my life, so I decided to make 2015 MY year! I have exercised on and off for years, but this year I am really committed to losing 15 pounds. I ordered a Fitbit Charge HR yesterday, and have set a goal to go to the gym a minimum of 20 times in January. It will be nice to have a little accountability here. So, today I walked on the treadmill for 65 minutes, did C25k week 1, and then did some pull downs, chest presses, and rows. Once I finish Couch25k, I'm thinking about starting T25. Slache, I would be interested in hearing your review of the program: do you love it/tolerate it, have you seen significant results in how you feel/look, etc. Thanks for letting me be a part of your group! I'm sorry you had a crappy year. It was one of the best years of my life. Welcome to 2015 :) Mkay, so... I've done Cathy Smith, Tae Bo, P90X, P90X3 (not harder than P90X, just 30 minute workouts), Insanity, and now a modified T25. I'm mixing the T25 Gamma wight training workouts throughout the entire program because I like to lift, and I'm doing Tony's (P90X) Yoga because I find Shaun's (T25) recovery to be poorly designed and not as safe, not that I know what I'm talking about, I'm just responding to what I feel my body is trying to tell me. T25 is nifty. I don't love it, but I do love Shaun. He gives clear instructions, repeats often, and isn't afraid to physically touch and correct his people so you are absolutely sure what you're supposed to be doing. He's also the creator of Insanity which I like better than T25. Insanity is extremely easy to modify, so don't be intimidated. Shaun say's oh my G*d like 10 times in each workout and we don't say that in our house so I don't do the workouts in front of my kids. I will swear up and down that P90X is the best workout a person can do at home. I recommend it over absolutely anything else. The workouts are up to an hour and a half long, so some people can't or won't do them. They are safe, effective and changed the way I see fitness. Nothing I've done has come close, and I will always go back to it. T25 will work though, if that's really what you want. I'm currently interested in Les Mills Combat, but we'll see if I actually get it. Let us know what you choose. :) Eta: Sorry, I forgot. I am seeing constant progress, but I believe that losing weight has more to do with what you eat than how you exercise. Also, I may or may not also take Hdroxycut SX7, which I would never admit to, but if I did I would say it works fabulously. I was still around 60 pounds overweight when I started that. I don't know if it would be worth it for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shukriyya Posted January 8, 2015 Share Posted January 8, 2015 Chocolate is currently being consumed with a large pot of tea. Today's wo consists of lifting cup to mouth, chocolate to lips. That is all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted January 8, 2015 Share Posted January 8, 2015 Day 31 & 32 of 105. All caught up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snickerdoodle Posted January 8, 2015 Share Posted January 8, 2015 Chocolate is currently being consumed with a large pot of tea. Today's wo consists of lifting cup to mouth, chocolate to lips. That is all. I doubled up today and tomorrow I'm going to do your WO. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wheres Toto Posted January 8, 2015 Share Posted January 8, 2015 I just started working out this week for the first time in a long time. I've been doing about 30 minutes on the treadmill and then some stretches at the gym. Tuesday I also did some weight machines (mostly legs/knee stuff) and last night I did a one hour belly dancing class. I've done around 8,300 - 8,800 steps each day so far this week. I set my goal at 6,000 so that works. :001_smile: I'm trying to start out really slow because I have plantar fasciitis which has been really bad lately (evidently the Keens I wear all summer are actually perfect for it so it didn't flare up until I was wearing Uggs all the time) and I don't want to make it any worse. I haven't had a chance to go and get fitted for good sneakers yet so I'm wearing old ones with some Dr. Scholl's type inserts (that I'm also wearing with all my other shoes). I'm about 50 pounds overweight and have not been active at all since I started working. I sleep like crap most nights so I'm always tired but I'm hoping that eventually the exercise will help with the sleep and the 50 pounds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shukriyya Posted January 8, 2015 Share Posted January 8, 2015 I doubled up today and tomorrow I'm going to do your WO. :D That's very kind of you, Snickerdoodle. I shall return the favor and double up and eat your portion of chocolate ;) I have a seemingly endless supply so never fear there'll be some waiting for you after your, er, our wo :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shukriyya Posted January 8, 2015 Share Posted January 8, 2015 Gah, I really shouldn't be posting such blasphemy on an exercise thread. :leaving: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snickerdoodle Posted January 8, 2015 Share Posted January 8, 2015 I thought chocolate was a health food. Right? 70% with a little dab of peanut butter. It's like a post WO meal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted January 8, 2015 Share Posted January 8, 2015 I have chocolate recovery drink after every workout. Tons of vitamins and it tastes like a shake. Mmm. Noms. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PinkTulip Posted January 8, 2015 Share Posted January 8, 2015 Slache, it sounds like you are in way better shape than I am if you have done all of those! I would put myself currently on the beginner end of things, and I have heard that T25 is doable for more beginner types. Also, I have previously had trouble with my right knee, so I will probably end up modifying things a little to protect that. But first things first: 20 days in the gym this month! And sympathies to everyone not feeling great right now - two of my kids have had /are having influenza A right now. Not fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luckymama Posted January 8, 2015 Share Posted January 8, 2015 Did my abs stuff this am and just rode the bike (doing hill intervals) at the gym :) Dh and I will be back on the 6:45 am departure-to-the-gym schedule tomorrow :eek: I'm good as long as no one speaks to me for at least an hour after I get up :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom-ninja. Posted January 9, 2015 Share Posted January 9, 2015 I have a seemingly endless supply so never fear there'll be some waiting for you after your, er, our wo :D I was just thinking that you have a never ending supply. I need to know who your supplier is cause I rarely have chocolate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gardenmom5 Posted January 9, 2015 Share Posted January 9, 2015 I did yoga yesterday - a new practice that did more upper body than my usual. not particularly hard, but I felt it. I also walked yesterday and today ( so, 4/4) I plan on doing an evening yoga practice, as too much chaos to do it earlier. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Negin Posted January 9, 2015 Author Share Posted January 9, 2015 Will soon do Joyce Vedral's Quick Quartet and then a Classical Stretch routine: Full Body Workout. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Negin Posted January 9, 2015 Author Share Posted January 9, 2015 That CS routine was fabulous. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom-ninja. Posted January 9, 2015 Share Posted January 9, 2015 Taking the day off to rest my shoulder. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luckymama Posted January 9, 2015 Share Posted January 9, 2015 Gym w dh this am: elliptical as warmup, lower body weights, Blogilates ab challenge, stretches Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redsquirrel Posted January 9, 2015 Share Posted January 9, 2015 Hi all, I am sorry to hear some of you are sick. It's nice to see some new faces as well, welcome! Negin, are you doing any better these days? I am thinking of you. Sickness has been here as well, but not me. DH has...not The Flu but he is a sad puppy. This is a guy who hasn't missed a day of work due to illness in .... gosh, it could be 10 years. Now he is on day 3 of being out of work. It is aches, congestion, and a headache with low grade fever at night and a constant cough. And now today it it seems that he has coughed so much that he has thrown his back out. He is in so much pain and keeps coughing. All in all, not a good situation. And today I am supposed to drive 6 hours to my mom's to celebrate her 70th birthday. Needless to say, dh isn't going with us. Part of me feels terrible for leaving him, but part of me think he might enjoy the peace and quiet. So, I did get in one more Tonique cardio session the day before yesterday, but I think I am done with exercise this week. I get my next chance on Monday, so I will see you all then! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Negin Posted January 9, 2015 Author Share Posted January 9, 2015 Negin, are you doing any better these days? I am thinking of you. Sickness has been here as well, but not me. DH has...not The Flu but he is a sad puppy. Thank you for thinking of me. :grouphug: Sorry about your dh. Hope he feels better very soon. Happy Birthday to your mom. Yes, hopefully your dh can get some rest while you're all gone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shukriyya Posted January 9, 2015 Share Posted January 9, 2015 I was just thinking that you have a never ending supply. I need to know who your supplier is cause I rarely have chocolate. Here's the thing you need to know about chocolate...it's a state of mind ;) And thanks to yesterday's chocolate and tea wo I did not, for the first time in eight days, reach my 10,000 steps! Today I'm back to hill hiking and yoga-Pilates. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rieshy Posted January 9, 2015 Share Posted January 9, 2015 I finally feel human- in reference to all the above chocolate posts- the last thing I ate before my lovely illness was chocolate. It will be a looooong time before I can face my dear friend chocolate again- cocoa stocks may plummet. Today 20 yo dd and I are hitting the gym for kettle bell, 30 minutes elliptical and then katas, Thai combos and stretching. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wendy not in HI Posted January 9, 2015 Share Posted January 9, 2015 I hope to start joining this thread daily. I really enjoy reading it. Thanks for the motivation! I have a goal to exercise 5 days a week. In particular, I am planning to run (or at least walk) each day after I drop my son off at the bus stop. I'm outside already. I may as well wear running shoes and get a little fresh air. This week: Mon: run - 2.5 miles Tues: long walk in the snow Wed: 7 min. workout x3 (that was a killer) plus a little walk after the bus came just to keep the habit going. Thurs: nothing Fri: 2 mile run (with a little walking due to icy sidewalks) + 7 min workout (I almost died and I just did one time through the 7 minute) I'm still laying down feeling rather ill after that... Plan for saturday - go jogging with dd13 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shukriyya Posted January 9, 2015 Share Posted January 9, 2015 I finally feel human- in reference to all the above chocolate posts- the last thing I ate before my lovely illness was chocolate. :eek: It will be a looooong time before I can face my dear friend chocolate again- cocoa stocks may plummet. :willy_nilly: Today 20 yo dd and I are hitting the gym for kettle bell, 30 minutes elliptical and then katas, Thai combos and stretching. :hurray: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted January 9, 2015 Share Posted January 9, 2015 Day 33/105: Cardio Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted January 9, 2015 Share Posted January 9, 2015 Slache, it sounds like you are in way better shape than I am if you have done all of those! I would put myself currently on the beginner end of things, and I have heard that T25 is doable for more beginner types. Also, I have previously had trouble with my right knee, so I will probably end up modifying things a little to protect that. But first things first: 20 days in the gym this month! And sympathies to everyone not feeling great right now - two of my kids have had /are having influenza A right now. Not fun! I recently realized that I'm not a beginner anymore and MAN it was an amazing feeling. Someday I'm not even going to be in between anymore, just a fit, healthy person. Tis exciting. T25 has a modifier named Tania aka The Machine. She's a beast. You won't get to know her very well with T25, but she's incredible. My husband has either a torn meniscus or arthritis, we have yet to find out, and he follows Tania with no problems. He does not do "Lower Focus" though. I'm serious about not liking Shaun's recovery, and if you don't like it I advise you get a $10 Yoga DVD from Target. Good luck. ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kim in Appalachia Posted January 9, 2015 Share Posted January 9, 2015 My dd is recovering from her oral surgery, and my ds now has his braces off. Wednesday was a long day. But I came home and took a nap, then ran on my treadmill and did kettlebell. I even got to spend some time doing yoga. It was nice. Thursday was yoga day. I was back in the city and was able to attend a class. Loved it. Today I ran and did kettlebell. I may try and do some yoga later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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