Pentagenarians & Beyond: W/B 4/19

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Good Morning!

I did STS Disk #1 this morning! It went way better than it did the first go round. I feel so much better having done something.

I think I got my MOJO back! . I decided to start right from the beginning, it bothered me to skip a whole meso cycle. I am also trying to get the eating madness under control. I had a post workout protein shake followed by an egg white omlet and 1 slice of multi-grain toast.

The weather is really nice today,. DH has been outside doing some yard clean up while I am doing HOuseMax, and LaundryMax. The dog show was fun yesterday, makes we want to get back into agility. The buffalo news did a nice picture on the picture page too, good PR for our club..

I hope everyone is having a wonderful weekend!
 
Hi Deb, Linny, Josie, and Joan--

This morning I repeated disk 16 for ch, sh, and tris (64 min.), and once again, I am fried. I don't even want to raise my arms over my head.

Good for you, Deb!! I have been hoping to have someone else here doing STS so that I can compare results. I really think my upper body looks more buff. Not so much my lower body, although my glutes look perkier.

We went to see State of Play Friday night. Excellent thriller. Russell Crowe is so convincing and Helen Mirren is, as usual, perfect. Last night the final calf was born. I wish I had a videotape of it. DH was out there in the calfing barn, and the very large calf finally came shooting out into his arms with so much force that he fell backwards. DH was a bit anxious because Mary seemed not to be progressing for awhile.

Beautiful weather here as well. I cleaned up more stuff from my gardens on Friday and plan on spreading some fertilizer before it rains on Tuesday.

Hope everyone had a great weekend and did some exercise!
 
It's Monday Again?

Good Morning,

I just did 30 minutes of CLX Burn Intervals. I did it low impact, and did not feel like I did enough...really low calorie burn. I guess I am back to the treadmill for my cardio.

Garance, I am still trying to figure out a good way to do the pull-ups. Do you remember what disc they start on? If that Tower was available now, I would probably cave in and get it, but I am not waiting 3-6 months for it! I still can't get the concept of using the bands with the door pull up bar. Yes, I wish you could have video'd the calf being born. I would have loved to see that. A friend of mine has a video of hawks hatching, and Mama and Daddy feeding them. The next is right outside on a window ledge and her DH is a camera buff, so he set it up and they got a film of the first one hatching. So great!

Joan, are you still sleeping?

Josie, how is our gazelle doing? Is it warm enough for you to get back into the garage and do weights?

Linny, I hope work is a little better!

Have a great day!
 
Good morning,

I just ordered the tower. Since I had the 20% off I wanted to get it at the discounted price. I'll keep trying at the gym and maybe by the time I get it I can actually do a pull up.

Joan
 
Hi Ladies,

I had a great weekend. I ended up doing a double spin class on Saturday and one on Sunday. I also danced up a storm on Saturday night at the Conga Room. The music was great and I got to work out the 2 Manhattans that I had along with my dinner. I had ropa vieja with rice and black beans. Ropa vieja is shreded beed with onions and tomatos.

Here is my workout schedule for this week. I will be using the 4 day split for my weight training.

M- All upper body weights (62 min) tonight
Tu- Walk for 90 minutes
W- Lower body weights in the AM 35 min + Spinning 45 in the PM
Th- Walk for 90 minutes
F- All upper body weights (62 min)
S- Spinning and yoga
Su- Spinning

I want to loose 20 pounds by my birthday in August, but I will be happy even if it's 10 pounds.

The weather was great this weekend, everyone was at the beach, so the gym was empty.

Hi Garance, Linny and Joan.

Josie
 
Hi Deb, Linny, Josie, and Joan--

This morning I did Gay Gasper's All-Out Infused Step (63 min.). The last 10 minutes are abs.

Deb, I originally bought this set of 3 Woody bands to assist me in pullups and chinups. Well, forget that! I couldn't get my knee or foot high enough into the band. So, I have two of them looped over my pullup bar, and I sit down in front of the bar and literally pull myself up almost to standing with each rep. It's a lot tougher than that weenie thing with the band that Deazie does in mesocycle 1 and Cedie does in meso 2. I tried that and did not feel a thing. I also think it's working, because I can finally, with great effort, do one pull up. I am thinking of buying Cathe's Contraption (my terminology), because I am having trouble with getting a heavy barbell in place for chest presses, and she uses it to suspend her barbell overhead in meso 2. I also have a 20 per cent coupon from my purchase of STS cardio that I think I can use. I agree, though, I will be through with STS by the time the contraption arrives. But I am thinking I may just repeat the whole STS series with the new STS cardio.

Joan, did you use your 20 % coupon from preordering STS Cardio to buy the new contraption? How did you do that?

Josie, it looks like a great week you have planned.

Hi to Linny!
 
Garance, I just entered the discount code they emailed me with sts cardio order. At first it didn't work on first page but continued on and it worked on last page. They said they fixed the discount area on first page. The tower is 129.99 with 20% off that is 26.00 and shipping is 24.04 net price was 128.03. Joan
 
Hi Ladies: Sounds like everyone had a pretty good weekend.DH is steadily working on the kitchen.I was able to take some pictures yesterday and will try to post before and after pictures on picturetrail if anyone interested.We went shopping for a dishwasher and combo microwave/convection oven.We are planning on putting oven above stove.Its going to be so nice having more cabinets and counter space:)
Deb:Hope you're back in the goove.I know its tough for me if I haven't worked out for days to get the ball rolling again.Had another high anxiety day at work,started right when I walked on to unit.11-7 nurse was on the floor,appears she blacked out when bending over.About 2 hours earlier a combative resident punch her multiple times in the face.I just can't understand why nurse didn't move after the first punch landed. Nurse has had some questionable issues(she seems drugged).Well ended up having the police and EMTS to take resident to psych unit.
Garance:Glad to hear that STS is working for you.I did work out saturday and sunday.So far I lost 5 pds in one week doing Atkins.Hopefully this will continue,first party is May 23 and then a wedding weekend after.
Josie:Looks like you have your week all planned out.Maybe thats what I need to do,put it all on the calendar and get it done.
JoanC:Sounds like you deserved that tower with all the hard work you recently did on all those tax returns.Nice that you got that 20% discount.I love a bargain!!Vacation soon for you?
~Linny~
 
Good evening all,

Linny I can't wait to see pictures. Do you think job will ever settle down? I hope weight loss keeps up. Good work!:D

Josie You wo schedule looks good. I want the same 20lbs by August.

I leave for Las Vegas tomorrow. I think the alarm is for 4:30 am and you know I'm not a morning person.

Back late Tuesday the 28th.

Joan
 
Tuesday....yawn...

Good Morning,

I had a terrible nights sleep, so no workout today. I think I only slept for 2 hours total. :confused:..That means that I will have to forgo one cardio workout this week if I want to get 3 STS in.

Joan, nice deal on the Tower! Good luck in Vegas, although I know you won't be reading this!

Josie, your plan for the week looks good!

Linny, yes, post pics when you get a chance. I love kitchen remodeling. Wow they can make a TV show out of your workplace!

Garance, at least you can do one pull up! that is an accomplishment. I have a weight bench that can sort of be wrangled into what the tower does by pushing the actual bench part all the way to the bottom, and using the bar on the holder as the pull up bar in a horizontal position, like Cathe is doing in the pics. I have not tried it yet, but will. I just wish you didn;t have to wait for everything you order now a days from Cathe. If I had the 20% off coupon I would probably order it too.

Have a great day!
 
Hi Deb, Linny, Josie, and Joan--

This morning I did disk 17 for legs (47 min.). My legs felt like rubber afterwards. I am using 20 lb dumbbells throughout.

Deb, maybe you should try some sleep medication--either OTC or from your doctor. Is DH snoring again?

I'm going to use my 20 % discount on the tower, but I will wait until the end of the month so it does not appear on my credit card until June. I will just struggle along with as heavy as I can go on the barbell and still lift it into place. It is very frustrating, though. I wish I had the tower for meso 2 and 3.

Linny, it sounds like your place of work is really difficult--unpredictable and scary. That's great about your kitchen. I love mine after the remodel 3 years ago. Also terrific news about your weight loss. I found 24 last night really confusing. A new set of villains being introduced, and no clear insight as to what their dire plans are.

Hi to Josie!
 
Hi Ladies,

It is so hot here in LA! I just got back from lunch and can't stop sweating. I made myself a lemonade and i'm standing in front of the fan. I will be walking by the beach and hope that it wont be to hot.

Joan, Good luck in Vegas!

Linny, You keep getting jobs that have a lot of drama. I hope that things settle down.

Deb, I was not able to sleep last night either, I don't know what is going on with me. Last week I could not sleep 3 days in a row and was tired during the day. It might be the stress at work.

Have a nice evening everyone!

Josie
 
Hi Ladies:
Was alot quieter today at work.No word back on nurse that had to go to ER yesterday.
Deb:I'm surprised you weren't sleeping like a baby after doing STS.I think Garance should send you some of her sleeping vibes.I do agree about a tv show,I can't believe some of the things I see and hear daily.
Garance:I think the biggest problem at work is they have a few idiot slacker nurses that work there and screw it up for everyone.I love being so close to work and being on dayshift but sometimes.....
I know DH watched 24 last night but I'm usually halfway to lalaland and don't watch. I'll be sure to post pictures as each phase is complete.DH has put up most of the outside wall and is planning on putting the roof on it this weekend.
Josie:It does seem like these jobs are following me.Maybe all nursing jobs are like this. Send some of that hot weather this way.Today was foggy and drizzling all day about 40degrees.April showers bring May flowers.
JoanC:Have a great time in Vegas.If you gamble, I hope you win BIG!
~Linny~
 
Over the Hump!

Good Morning!

I just finished STS #2, Back & Triceps..wow..my arms are limp!:eek:..I am still a little sore from Sunday's workout too. Last night's sleep was a lot better.

Garance, it wasn't snoring, more mental on my part. My mind was racing around on all kinds of stuff happening and I couldn't shut it down. I did not watch DWTS results last night and I am going to try to not find out who was eliminated, so when I watch the tape tonight, it isn't a waste of time. I am liking that girl from the Bachelor more and more. It's getting close now.

Josie, yes it could be stress, like I mentioned above. I wish we had some of your hot weather..:(

Linny, glad your work was quieter, sometimes you have to wonder what is wrong with some people ( the nurses you mentioned). Are you extending your kitchen to make it bigger? I can't wait to see the pics!

Joan, keep winning!

Have a good day..it's raining here, again...:rolleyes:
 
Hi Deb, Linny, Josie, and Joan (even if you are in Vegas)--

This morning I did 5 miles with Leslie (63 min.).

Okay, Deb, I won't give you the results on DWTS. I think they were right on, though. Good for you and keep plugging away on STS. When you get to the second mesocycle, I bet you will have no trouble sleeping. Once again, last night I did not wake once from 10:30-6:15.

It sounds like we will get our first dose of summer here, Josie, on Friday. It's been in the high 50s and low 60s, but some weathermen are predicting 80s for the weekend. Woohoo! Bring on the sandals!!

Linny, maybe that's why a lot of soap opera material revolves around hospitals, doctors, nurses--all the melodrama of being sick or caring for the sick. In all my years of teaching, I've had only a few deranged students who were disruptive. One of them kept getting up, leaving, returning. When I asked her why, she said she was having flashbacks to being kidnapped (the dean told me this was just a story--one of many she told). Another student forgot to take her lithium and was on a manic high, interrupting people and laughing very inappropriately. Most of the time Williams students are extremely well-behaved in my experience.

Good luck, Joan! Win big for all of us.
 
Thursday- Leg day

Good Morning!

I just finished Disc #3, Legs. I did not do the "bonus" section. For some reason, as I have gotten older, I do not like leg work as much as I used to. I really like doing upper body work, legs are just something I do because I feel I have to. ( and it shows!).

Garance, I was hoping that Lawrence would be the one to go. He has lost any enthusiam he had...really wants to be on the golf course so I am glad he is gone, Sadly, I think that the bull rider guy will go next, even though I like his personality a lot. I don't think Julianne and her boyfriend will last too long either. What do you think about the voting for next year's new Pro?

Where is everyone? I know Joan is winning big in Vegas!

Have a good one!
 
Hi Ladies,

I did not come to work yesterday. I was tired and just could not get up. Once I caught up with my sleep, I worked out did the lower body wo as I put on my schedule and went spinning in the evening. I slept very well last night. Today is my 90 minute walk + lunges.

We had cool weather yesterday, it was overcated and it will continue like this through the weekend. It was about 58 this morning and overcasted.

Deb, Did you get your Avon order yet? Let me know if you like the product once you get a chance to use it.

Linny, I'm glad that it was better for you at work sometimes there is so much drama.

Hi Garance and Joan!

Josie
 
Hi Deb, Linny, and Josie--

This morning I did disk 18 for back and bis (60 min.).

Deb, I was happy to see LT go as well. Unlike some of the other football players they have had on, he just seemed very stiff--like Jerry Rice. I think it will come down to Melissa, Shaun, and Gilles. As for the pros, they all look so good I would not know who to vote for (if I voted, which I don't). I don't like working out my legs either, because of knee problems. This is the most leg work I've done in ages.

It's only 43 degrees and cold and rainy here. The weathermen keep promising some warm weather . . . . puh-leeze!

Hi to Linny and Josie!
 
Hi Ladies:
So glad tomorrow is friday.This weekend will have DGS over on saturday and do a little birthday party for him.He'll be having a big one at his house sunday(20 kids).So with that many kids around DH and I are planning to be busy:rolleyes:
Deb:Kitchen will be 4ft longer and DH knocked down wall between kitchen and diningroom and putting up a breakfast bar with granite top. Did you get sleep last night?Hope that STS gets easier and easier for you.
Garance:Today was pretty nippy around here.Suppose to be 60's but I don't think so.I was in bosses office today and they asked me to open window,cool breeze made me start to have hives:(. I can't wait till insurance kicks in so I can go see specialist.Did you have any exciting plans for the weekend?
Josie:Good to have a day off of work once in awhile.I haven't had a work day off since Jan.12,I am long over due.I want to take a day next week,because my DGD is on vacation.I know she'd love to go shopping with me.
~Linny~
 
TGIF!!

Good Morning!

I just finished a 35 minute I-Tread. My legs are fried from yesterday! It feels good to feel the muscles again. Supposed to get into the 70's this weekend...we shall see, as they say!

Josie, yes I got the Avon order. I like them. I got the daily and night creams, and have been using them every day. The day cream is a little oily, so I am not sure how it will be when the weather gets warmer, but it is great for now. I like the night one a lot too. The search for the holy grail of skin creams never ends!:rolleyes:..

Garance, I am not too sure who I would vote for on the pros either ( if I voted, which I don't either)...I like the Del Grosso ( sp?) girl, sister of the one that used to be a pro, ( not sure why she is off)...one of the guys was good too. I like the same 3 you do..Shawn is very good, but not as "sharp" as the others? She got good scores on the cha-cha, but I didn;t think she was as good as she could have been. Looking forward to next week's STS workouts...can you believe it!:D

Linny, How old will DGS be? You and DH will be very busy but I am sure you will have fun! When will your insurance kick in? that will be good for you to see a specialist..Yes..take a day off! You deserve it!

No plans for this weekend, just stuff around here, may go to breakfast with a friend tomorrow...

Have a great day!
 
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