Starting 3 mo LIS/STS rotation Feb 12th

[MichelleW]

I'm starting the 3 month LIS/STS rotation on Feb 12th and would like to check in for accountability and motivation. I am relatively new to the forum so not sure if I join in an existing thread/group or create a new one. Please advise. Thanks.

[HPLECTRA]

Hi! My name is Heidi and I just started this rotation. Are you doing Cathe's version or another members?

You can do either for checking in. If there is another group just starting maybe catch up to see how things are going.
I would be happy to check in with you here if you would like.

I am mixing my rotation with Cathe's and another's because I have to be careful with my calf. I injured it back in December and am now getting back in the swing of things.
Saturday I started off with disc 1 M1 and yesterday I did LIS TB tri-sets for the lower body. Oh I am feeling both w/o's for sure! Lol! All good though.
Today will be disc 2 and an easy run to thaw out my legs.

These are the links to the 2 different rotations:

By Cathe January 2012 DOUBLE ROTATION

By Ann Marie STS/LIS 3 month rotation

What's your plan for today?

Bbs!

[MichelleW]

Hi Heidi,

Thanks for responding.

Thanks for the info - I actually did join in on another group.

I decided to bypass the rest of the one month and start Cathe's three month rotation today. Tonight it will be Chest Shoulders and Triceps.

I wouldn't mind checking in on two threads as I would like the accountability expecially since you are doing most of the same rotation and also it is a chance to get to know more ladies.

I also have some limitations - I have spinal arthritis so I won't be doing Plyo Legs when we get to that - I will sub Turbo Barre and I also have to modify and sub parts of the LIS videos.

You go girl on your workout! It is inspiring and motivating to hear from others and will help me stay on track.

TTYL.

Michelle

[HPLECTRA]

Hi Michelle!

I will be here for you! This is going to help me be accountable as well.

Are the ladies doing the 3 month rotation as well?

I did Disc 2 Back and Tri along with a 40min running interval. I almost chickened out of doing the back parts because my back is already sore from yesterday's Tri-Sets LB. Those dixie cup pick-ups got me good! Becareful on these for sure!

Let me know how you did. Have fun!
BBS
Heidi

[MichelleW]

Hi Heidi,

I did STS Disc 16 and it was great! My arms were shaking afterwards and I am sure I will have DOMS in the next couple of days .

I didn't know my 1RM, but kind of guestimated and it worked for the most part. I read on one DVD that you can figure out the 1RM without have to test it all out.

I need to purchase some heavier weights and eventually, a Turbo Tower and barbell. But for now, maybe some heavier dumbbells.

Thanks for sharing your workout and for holding me accountable on mine.

Nite nite.

Michelle

[HPLECTRA]

Awesome job Michelle! how are you doing today?

I used db's starting off too which is just fine. My heaviest db now is a 35.
Because I have boys in the house we have several bb's and many weight plates.
I did get the turbo tower and like it for the pull ups etc. I can't wait to get to the point of lifting my self completely off the floor.

I am sore from head to toe. Upper is better but Oi my lower! Lol!

Today will be LIS CSS. I will start with sets 1-4 and work my up to using the sliding discs. I injured my calf during afterburn using the discs so I will be on the cautious side.

High fives to you and have a great work today!

Bbs
Heidi

[MichelleW]

Hi Heidi,

Great job on your workout yesterday - strength and cardio all in the same day! I may have to do the same tonight, if I have the endurance as I won't be able to do cardio tomorrow.

Thanks for the advice on the dixie cups - I tried it on Afterburn and can't bend down quite that far with my spinal arthritis, but maybe eventually. I stretch every morning, but need to do a longer stretch session, just trying to figure out how to fit it all in. Need to be balanced with my time.

You asked if the ladies on the other thread are also doing the three month rotation - one of them is and just started Monday too. I know you started on Sat so we are only a couple days off. The others are doing other rotations and/or workouts.

I will check in after my workout tonight or tomorrow to let you know how it goes. Let me know how yours goes as well.

This checking in is helping me stay on track and not trying to cheat myself out of my workouts, so thanks!!!

Have a good day.

Michelle

[HPLECTRA]

Hi Michelle!

Thank you! Believe me when I say I am feeling the burn today. LOL! I still haven't done my planned cardio workout due to catching up on paperwork.
My oldest son is here visiting right now too and the boys are playing a game in my w/o area.
I will plan on doing the CSS 1-4 w/o as soon as I can tonght.

Which w/o's will you be doing tonight ?

Oh I am using the 9oz size on the dixie cups. I am sure that Cathe's are much smaller! LOL!

Have a great workout tonight! Check back when you can and I will too.
BBS
Heidi

[MichelleW]

Hi Heidi,

I am leaving work as soon as the rain stops and will be doing Tri-Sets LB. I am feeling the DOMS from last nights workout so I know I will really feel it tomorrow.

Sounds like you are a seasoned exerciser so LIS CSS won't be too tough for you?

I am feeling tired now, but maybe after drinking my chia seed drink and after the TS LB, I may add in LIS CSS for cardio. I like what you are doing 1-4, maybe I will do that too to save some time.

I may try larger cups too. I'll have to play that by ear and maybe try that in a few weeks after I get acclimated.

I will likely check in tomorrow as I need to be a good girl and get to bed at a decent hour tonight .

Enjoy LIS CSS!!!

M

[MichelleW]

Hello again,

I had some time so I logged on tonight. I did TB Tri-Sets LB and it kicked my butt. The one-legged cross over squats were killer. I did not use dixie cups, will build up first that eventually. I followed it with LIS CSS Step Express.

BTW, I noticed Cathe has two new workouts on pre-sale and 30% off existing DVDs. I have most of LIS (and don't want the rest), STS 1/2/3, Ab Circuits, Stretch Max, Lower Body Blast, Step Moves and Athletic Step. Do you have any suggestions for others?

How did it go for your tonight?

Thanks!

Michelle