Check-In for Week of Nov. 26

[JanetH]

RE: HEE-HEE! Yoga & Recipes

I relate to your feeling of NEEDING yoga - I recently decided to give as much (or nearly as much) emphasis to the flexibility/"quiet strength/yoga" component of my routine as I do cardio and weight training. I've read that a balanced fitness program incorporates endurance/cardio, strength and flexibility. Thanks to Cathe I feel I have a good program for the first two elements, but up to this point I haven't been able to develop a good plan for the last.

You are a practicing fitness professional, I'd be really REALLY interested to hear your perspective.

I've only done the KS Yoga Basics tape once, but liked it (anyone with yoga training would likely find it too easy). She starts with modified poses and then moves into the more challenging sets, all the while giving lots of instructions about where arms, legs, hands, elbows, etc. should be.

I got my KS Yoga Tape at Target - less than $12 as I recall.
FWIW.

I'm also casting my vote - a completely punched chad for sure - that Cathe's new tape series will include flexibility and more core strength segments.

And, by the way you should know that tonight my DH ate three, 3, III, (yes three) - he would have had four but it was all gone - helpings of the left-over sweet potato dessert -- oops, I mean casserole. Thank You!!!!

 

[DebbieH]

Thanks Janet!

I'm so glad your hubby liked the veggie casserole! (After all, sweet potatoes are a veggie, right?)

I have recently started thinking that the flexibility aspect is what is missing from my routine. The program I teach is choreographed, so basically, I memorize the routines. I have implemented my own version as far as the toning segment goes because the material they give me was not a challenge any longer. When I did "my own thing", my students were pleasantly pleased. (Not that I don't get called NAMES behind my back at times! LOL!) Our cool down is just your basic quad, hamstring, inner, outer thigh, bicep & tricep stretches. Even though we ALWAYS cool down with a stretch, I find that I am ALWAYS sore and very stiff so that is what has me thinking I need more flexibility inserted in there somewhere. Plus, my legs are short and I feel very tight all the time. I know after reading about yoga, I have heard that it leans out your muscles. So, I guess I have answered my own question. I would be interested to hear what kind of positve side effects everyone receives from yoga. I also would second Cathe adding this to her library of tapes. Again, Janet, THANKS. I guess I need to pop over to Target! Your-Friend-In-Fitness, DebbieH

 

[run4fun]

First Check In

Hello!

This is my first check in. I keep track in a calendar, but decided to share with all of you. I am not sure if I posted in the right spot either. Well, I decided to try something different this week and not do any weights or step. This was hard. Here it goes.

Monday- 6.5 mile run
Tuesday- 6.5 mile run
Wednesday- 6.5 mile run
Thursday- 6.5 mile run and 3 mile walk with inlaws in the evening
Friday- 6.5 mile run
Saturday- 6.5 mile run

Sounds a little boring but was trying to trick my body. I have a running passion too. I hit the weights hard on Sunday and I can barely move..

I look forward to posting this weeks.

Thanks everyone! I enjoy reading all of yours. It gives me ideas.

 

[lwseymour]

RE: First Check In

Hi Run4Fun,
Wow! You are one mean running machine! I used to run (6 years ago) and I remember how much fun it was, AND how addictive it was! I couldn't hardly stand it if something interferred with my running for the day. I would almost become depressed if I didn't run each day. But hey, what a great addiction, right?
Anyway, just wanted to say welcome and I just started doing the check-in last week myself, so good luck to both of us in reaching our goals!

Have a great week.
Lisa

 

[Steppingup]

First time also!

I wanted to join in the fun. I love to see how everyone else is exercising and how they are using different techniques. Even though I have been exercising seriously for a year now I still feel like a newbie especially compared to some of you here. I applaud everyone whether you have met a goal or trying to get there. I have lost almost 40 pounds in the last year and, since starting the weights about 3 months ago, have gained some muscle, yeaaaaaa! I had gained the weight partly because of stress and inactivity and partly because of a pregnancy. Since my son is now 21 months I guess I can't blame the weight on him anymore, huh? LOL!!! I have about 10 more pounds to go and lots more muscles. Anyway, I wanted to share my routine, such as it is!

Monday: Powermax
Tuesday: MIS
Wednesday:Step Jam
Thursday: MIS
Friday: Cardio Kicks

I have already made a 2-month rotation of the cross train series, which I love to the extreme. I will probably go back to that at the first of the year and do the 2 body parts twice a week. Any suggestions from the experienced is always welcome. I want to be in shape cardiovascularly (I can do all of Cathe's tapes right now) but also want to build those muscles. Thanks for letting me share!

Kelly

 

[Debra]

I wondered ...

Wondered whether it was your hamstring or a 2 legged distraction keeping you away. You're my role model in patience so it's especially nice to have you around.

 

[Nancy C]

Not the greatest

Sorry, late again and a cut and paste from over at VF.

I've lost my groove. Right now I am getting the absolute basics in and pushing myself to do that!

Monday: nope(that's the actual entry in my log)

Tuesday: PS Back/Bis...bonus points for doing the abs and low back work.

Wednesday: Day filled with errands and chores..that's my excuse and I am sticking to it;O).

Turkey Day: PS CST...got this in because of the holiday workout thread.

Friday: Cleaned and delayed workout:OP...Pam arrived:O)...we had a great time:O)

Saturday: Breakfast with Pam and Hubby..Vet...and anything else I can think of to not workout.

Sunday: PS Legs..doing it to get it in but skipped floor and abs...but then I always skip floor work;O), still not in the groove, but a slight glimmer of satisfaction that some of the movements are feeling better...could there be hope;O).



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[kimlav]

RE: I wondered ...

Thanks guys

I am not too sure about the role model in patience thing. I think it that were true, the re-injury problem may not be in existence right now. I am presently in intensity withdrawal but I am still working out and gradually getting better.

I will tell you who is a role model in patience and someone I could stand to learn a lesson from. That would be Kristin Azziz. Becuase I have not been checking the forums as regularly, I am not sure how she is doing but I hope all is well with her hip injury that she had.

Anyway, thanks for the support.

Kim

 

[Michele S]

Thanks, Debbie...

...for the welcome!

I shouldn't have used the words "check-in worthy" because I know every day and every week brings new challenges to fitting in workouts, especially at home. I will say, for me, that telling myself I have to let others know what I've done all week has given me incentive to step up my workouts a notch!

Thanks, again!
Michele

 

[Michele S]

beware the recipes!

Thanks for the warning, Janet, but unfortunately I've already been a recipe victim. I made the Caramel Turtle Cake for Thanksgiving, which was a bad idea from the get-go. After stuffing yourself with turkey, who has room for cake?

So that means I got to bring my cake (most of it) back home with me, which I have eaten everyday since Thanksgiving. I finally threw out the last piece that was left, but not until I ate all the gooey caramel, chocolate and pecans out of the middle...am I pathetic or what?

Michele

 

[competition bound]

RE: Hi Julie!!

I'm having a ball with the max rotation!! I was seeing really good results too, until Thanksgiving day arrived! Then POOF! I've been eating bad ever since and my progress has slowed. I know it's due to my eating, but what can I say? I have ALOT of leftovers!!! Oh well. Anyway, come this Sun. I will start a PS rotation and I'm really excited!! I just got the tapes and now Cathe will be making more tapes!! Oh, I am going to go broke!! He he! Alrighty there Julie, Have a good evening!!


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