Daily Check-in Thurs - 9/21
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Cathlete
Good morning Jane and others who follow,
This morning was supposed to be all of Kickmax but didn't have the energy for cardio today. So I did the w/u up to combos of kickmax,Legs and glutes floorwork,and toe raises thru floorwork of PS legs. Have to do abs this afternoon. Will try to do some cardio after work.
Jane-How is your sleep going? I know that can be aggravating!
Gotta get ready for work!
kim
This morning was supposed to be all of Kickmax but didn't have the energy for cardio today. So I did the w/u up to combos of kickmax,Legs and glutes floorwork,and toe raises thru floorwork of PS legs. Have to do abs this afternoon. Will try to do some cardio after work.
Jane-How is your sleep going? I know that can be aggravating!
Gotta get ready for work!
kim
pwmatt
Cathlete
Morning Jane. Will you do your walking lunges outside? I remember that I did mine in the house - all over the house!
I completed IMAX 2 - had a ton of energy. Have a great day.
Phyllis
http://www.picturetrail.com/pwmatt
I completed IMAX 2 - had a ton of energy. Have a great day.
Phyllis
http://www.picturetrail.com/pwmatt
luvtorun
Cathlete
Hey Phyllis and Kim!
Phyllis - I usually do them inside but last week (Friday I think) when they were on my rotation, I had run and then came inside to do them. When I told DH what I was doing (he's seen these before), he told me to lunge my butt up to the barn and turn off the fans! LOL.... I did!! 100 lunges up there and 100 back!. I think I'll do that again today.
Phyllis - I usually do them inside but last week (Friday I think) when they were on my rotation, I had run and then came inside to do them. When I told DH what I was doing (he's seen these before), he told me to lunge my butt up to the barn and turn off the fans! LOL.... I did!! 100 lunges up there and 100 back!. I think I'll do that again today.
pwmatt
Cathlete
Wendy, sorry if I haven't been paying attention. How long is your race? Is this the first one since Ernesto?
Phyllis
http://www.picturetrail.com/pwmatt
Phyllis
http://www.picturetrail.com/pwmatt
Fit_mommy
Cathlete
Hi Phyllis.
It's a 5k race and yes, it's the one I finally chose to make up for the race that Ernesto foiled for me!
I already have a few more lined up as options after this one but I'm waiting to sign up until after I run this one...I just want to be sure I like it before I sign up for anything else. LOL
It's a 5k race and yes, it's the one I finally chose to make up for the race that Ernesto foiled for me!
I already have a few more lined up as options after this one but I'm waiting to sign up until after I run this one...I just want to be sure I like it before I sign up for anything else. LOL
BelovedHeather
Cathlete
Daily Check-in
Good morning! I am catching up on my check-ins again. I did the third segment of Stretch Max Monday night and slept like a baby.
After my Bible study Tuesday morning, I did the warm-up, kick and punch combinations, and stretch from Kick Max. I drank a hemp protein smoothie after work, packed my meals and snacks for Wednesday, ran some errands, and jogged in the pool at the club. A day of gentle workouts was refreshing.
My cycle started Tuesday morning. Monday’s weight included PMS bloat. Wow!
I enjoyed the second segment of Stretch Max Tuesday night, went to bed a little later than planned, and woke up with cramps. I did the Hardcore Extreme interval circuit workout for the first time yesterday morning. Cathe kicked my butt! This one combines IMAX3 with High Step Challenge. It is a lot harder than High Step Challenge without the fun factor. I need more sleep (and no cramps) before I attempt this again. The interval blast workout I did Monday morning is my favorite Hardcore Extreme workout so far. I am planning to make some adjustments to this week of workouts the next time I repeat this rotation.
After seeing such amazing results on the scale Monday morning, I started having doubts about my planned recovery week, but I have decided to stick with my game plan and enjoy an active recovery week next week. I want to avoid overtraining and protect my body from overuse injuries. I have a history of pushing myself to the point of exhaustion and depression. This is a marathon, not a sprint. I am breaking free from the cycle of pushing myself hard and making progress then crashing and burning and losing ground and starting over again. This is not about a 12-week challenge. I am in training for life! I have a good 16-week rotation planned with a recovery week once a month. I put a lot of thought and prayer into this after reviewing my journals and seeing where I got off track in the past. I refuse to be ruled by a number on the scale. It is tempting to keep going full steam ahead because the scale is giving up good numbers right now, but I desire to follow a balanced plan that will bless my body in the long run. I did some research on this subject yesterday. Cathe herself takes a recovery week every 4-5 weeks in addition to a rest day every week. I was wavering Tuesday night, but I am actually looking forward to this now. I love Better Burn Better Buns and Strength in Movement. I also love Kari Anderson’s DanceWorks. I have a low-impact Christian workout with beautiful praise and worship music. I also want to try Kari Anderson’s Angles, Lines, and Curves for the first time. Of course, I will still enjoy Stretch Max and Core Max. I need my Cathe fix!
I met Rebecca at the club yesterday after work and jogged in the pool with her then watched The Biggest Loser last night. I like Kim, but I hope someone from Bob’s team wins this year! My meals and snacks are packed for today. I took care of that during commercial breaks.
I did the abs from High Step Challenge and the third segment of Stretch Max last night. Kick Max is waiting for me this morning, so I have a fun workout to enjoy!
Blessings,
Heather B.
“So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God” (1 Corinthians 10:31 NIV).
Good morning! I am catching up on my check-ins again. I did the third segment of Stretch Max Monday night and slept like a baby.
After my Bible study Tuesday morning, I did the warm-up, kick and punch combinations, and stretch from Kick Max. I drank a hemp protein smoothie after work, packed my meals and snacks for Wednesday, ran some errands, and jogged in the pool at the club. A day of gentle workouts was refreshing.
My cycle started Tuesday morning. Monday’s weight included PMS bloat. Wow!
I enjoyed the second segment of Stretch Max Tuesday night, went to bed a little later than planned, and woke up with cramps. I did the Hardcore Extreme interval circuit workout for the first time yesterday morning. Cathe kicked my butt! This one combines IMAX3 with High Step Challenge. It is a lot harder than High Step Challenge without the fun factor. I need more sleep (and no cramps) before I attempt this again. The interval blast workout I did Monday morning is my favorite Hardcore Extreme workout so far. I am planning to make some adjustments to this week of workouts the next time I repeat this rotation.
After seeing such amazing results on the scale Monday morning, I started having doubts about my planned recovery week, but I have decided to stick with my game plan and enjoy an active recovery week next week. I want to avoid overtraining and protect my body from overuse injuries. I have a history of pushing myself to the point of exhaustion and depression. This is a marathon, not a sprint. I am breaking free from the cycle of pushing myself hard and making progress then crashing and burning and losing ground and starting over again. This is not about a 12-week challenge. I am in training for life! I have a good 16-week rotation planned with a recovery week once a month. I put a lot of thought and prayer into this after reviewing my journals and seeing where I got off track in the past. I refuse to be ruled by a number on the scale. It is tempting to keep going full steam ahead because the scale is giving up good numbers right now, but I desire to follow a balanced plan that will bless my body in the long run. I did some research on this subject yesterday. Cathe herself takes a recovery week every 4-5 weeks in addition to a rest day every week. I was wavering Tuesday night, but I am actually looking forward to this now. I love Better Burn Better Buns and Strength in Movement. I also love Kari Anderson’s DanceWorks. I have a low-impact Christian workout with beautiful praise and worship music. I also want to try Kari Anderson’s Angles, Lines, and Curves for the first time. Of course, I will still enjoy Stretch Max and Core Max. I need my Cathe fix!
I met Rebecca at the club yesterday after work and jogged in the pool with her then watched The Biggest Loser last night. I like Kim, but I hope someone from Bob’s team wins this year! My meals and snacks are packed for today. I took care of that during commercial breaks.
I did the abs from High Step Challenge and the third segment of Stretch Max last night. Kick Max is waiting for me this morning, so I have a fun workout to enjoy!
Blessings,
Heather B.
“So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God” (1 Corinthians 10:31 NIV).
ElaineP
Cathlete
RE: Daily Check-in
Good Morning,
This morning I did Gs biceps and w/u, combos 1 & 2 of Step Blast.
Wendy: Good Luck on Saturday!
Today is my DS(12yr) first Xcountry track meet. I am nervous for him. I hope he likes it enough to stick it out. He doesn't usually like sports. I thought running was a good sport for him because it is an individual thing no contact with other players. He is not agressive.
Anyway, have a great day everyone!
Elaine
Good Morning,
This morning I did Gs biceps and w/u, combos 1 & 2 of Step Blast.
Wendy: Good Luck on Saturday!
Today is my DS(12yr) first Xcountry track meet. I am nervous for him. I hope he likes it enough to stick it out. He doesn't usually like sports. I thought running was a good sport for him because it is an individual thing no contact with other players. He is not agressive.
Anyway, have a great day everyone!
Elaine
megadoo
Cathlete
I did KPC (except last segment), BC cardio, BC core, and chest work.
Good luck to your son Elaine!
Maeghan AKA megadoo
New pics added in Sept 7, 2006 in boys sept album!!
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Good luck to your son Elaine!
Maeghan AKA megadoo
New pics added in Sept 7, 2006 in boys sept album!!
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