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Mornin', cheetahs :)

I *just* woke up, which means I seriously overslept. No AM workout for me. DOH! I'm really getting off on the wrong foot this week. Am thinking of making this a one-week break from the X (since I'll be skiing this weekend again, the rotation's a bit thrown off from that, anyway) and starting this week over next Monday. So, this afternoon, after my eye appt., I'll play by ear & do what I feel.

I have no personals to catch up with from last night, so I'll just wish everyone a great day!!

Cathy :)
 
Good morning everyone:

Cathy - UGH, I know how you feel the weeks that start off like yours and oversleeping are very tough to get through.:-( I hope things start looking up soon for you. How do you like the X? Thanks for the advice on the book, I do have it and will definitely get it out to read. I've only scanned through it before. THANKS!

My circuit class was a HUGE HIT, they liked it so much they want me to do one of my classes during the week a circuit. So, we actually decided on Monday and Wednesday are circuit training and Thursday is regular step. They were all dripping in sweat, I told them that that is my goal when I get there. }(

I'm not sure about my workout today, DS and I might go to Weight Watchers and weigh-in (get it over with x( ) so I can get a fresh perspective. I think we walk around the lake after weigh-in.

Have a great day everyone!
Marcia.
 
hi ladies,

I didnt get a chance to reply yesterday after my first post. Thanks for the good wishes. we didnt hear back from the other contracter yesterday,so hopefully we will today otherwise we will go sign friday with khovanian homes. But we still have to finish other steps to get the okay to build. Its a pain in the butt.I had bootcamp class lastnight and boy did I work the arms. I threw it together and all the cardio I included had arm work and I had already planned on doing a pyramid series with the wts so by the end of class everybodys arms where like jello,including mine. I need it though,my arms are still slowly responsing as far as getting that cut for the delts. my bi's and tri's look good but my delts are so stubborn plus I havent had extra time to add and extra wt workout in the past few weeks because of all this building stuff.

marcia-sorry I didnt get to post last night.how did your class go?

I hope to get a runin today after work,it's been so nice here in ohio,I love this time of year!!
talk with you all later!
 
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Good morning, Cheetahs! :) I was planning to check-in last night and catch up with personals, but I fell asleep early. I hope to get back later for more personals.

I reintroduced cheese and chocolate yesterday and returned to both with control. Kozy Shack black forest pudding cups are so yummy! :9 Chocolate pudding with cherries. Yummy! No hydrogenated oil or corn syrup either. I try to avoid those junk ingredients even when I enjoy treats.

Cathy, you must be a morning glory girl like me. I usually wake up at 4:00 a.m. I fell asleep early last night, so I was wide awake at 2:30 a.m. today! Do you have high arches? I ask because I tried on a pair of the Asics Gel Nimbus shoes that Cathe and others recommend. They are not comfortable at all on my feet. I paid attention to her feet the last time I did Stretch Max, and it appears that she has high arches. We do not have a speciality store like Fleet Feet around here, but I believe I have discovered my foot type on my own. I wrote down the names of all the shoes that feel great on my feet. I peeked at the Asics website, and they are all in the same category. I did the wet footprint test yesterday. Sure enough, I have normal arches. I have always felt best in shoes with medium cushioning and medium stability/correction even when I was wearing Nike Shox Ride running shoes.

Marcia, I can so relate to you. I weigh more than you do, and my weight is holding steady this month. THIS IS WAR!!! We can fight the good fight together.

Laura, boot camp sounds tough! My friend teaches a cardio boot camp class at the club that I refer to as cardio hell! :eek:

Carole, thanks for the information on the foam rollers.

Shelly, I am planning to invest in a more expensive pair of Asics when I get serious about running on land. I basically bought this pair to wear around town when I am shopping and running errands. I may start doing some light running soon, but my feet have been killing me lately. :-( By the way, the chocolate and cheese fast was just for 40 days. It would be hard to give up cheese forever. ;-) It is my favorite food. I was starting to get a little out of control with it, so a break was a good way to put it back in its place.

What kind of socks do y’all wear? Do you have any suggestions for foot powders to keep my feet dry? Mom gave me some Avon creamy foot powder 2 years ago that dried to a soft powder finish. I loved it, but they no longer make that kind.

Blessings,
Heather B.

“Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us” (Hebrews 12:1 NIV).
 
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Laura: Class went so well, we were just sweatin' buckets!!!}( }( It was really fun and I can't wait to change things up a bit and do another one Wednesday......}( }(

Heather - I'm with ya', let's fight this nasty weight together. Frustration and failure are no longer - WE CAN DO IT!!!!!!!! :+

Marcia.:)
 
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Good morning cheetahs! It's been a busy night at work for me and I'm looking forward to getting acquainted with my bed soon:) Today will likely be a rest day for me but if I wake up with energy I may go for the BBC legs and butt. I really exhausted myself with yesterday's workout and slept like a stone in the afternoon. Even pigheaded me knows when it's time for a break:)

Cathy- If you overslept your body must have needed it! I forgot to tell you earlier in the week how wonderful it is that your friends are treating you to a ski weekend. This should make up for the last one where you were sick I hope!

Marcia- I just love circuit workouts!! I have no doubt that your class was a hit and I bet the word will spread! I'm sorry you've been frustrated lately with your weight loss efforts, but you sure do have the right spirit!!!

Laura- House building is definitely one big PIA!!! But let me reassure you it is well worth it in the end :) I hope you can get in your run today!

Heather- So your chocolate and cheese fast officially ended! woohoo
:) :) I'm sorry you've been having foot pain issues! Do you have plantar fasciitis? (PF) Doing aquarunning is a great substitute until you can run on land again. I use Fox River socks mainly for running and I just love them!

I hope all you other cheetahs have a great day!

ShellyC
 
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Good morning, fine Cheetahs! How's the weather in your neck of the woods???? Today is going to be in the 70s and the school has 1/2 days all this week (younger DS has no Kdg this week), so we're planning lots of outside play!

Yesterday closed out just wonderful. After dinner, I took the kids on bikes around the neighborhood then outside to play for the last hours of daylight. Older Ds and I played frisbee and we got in a great workout. He kept trying to make me miss the frisbee, but I kept running it down! LOL. Gotta make the kids think Mom's invincible, right? LOL

This morning's workout is DONE also! 7 miles on the TM with iTread 8 workout. Then the abs and the BONUS abs from B&G. That's 30 minutes worth of ab work! LOVE IT!



Cathy-I was just thinking this morning about the Cheetah shirts. I’m hoping to get one before the Road Trip. Maybe in a few weeks, I’ll see if we can get enough together for another order! Sorry your day started off late…it is tough sometimes to get on track after that!

Marcia-Great job on the circuit class. I vote for the WW weigh in. It will definitely give you a great fresh start feeling again! Works for me everytime!

Laura-great job on the workout yesterday. For my arms, it’s my bis and tris that need something different….shoulders and lats and all else I’m happy with! Any suggestions on bis/tris? As for house building, like Shelly said, it's a PIA but so worth it. Still, there are things I would do slightly differently in my house, but I love it all the same!

Heather-I was checking out the Cozy Shack stuff the other day, but didn’t buy any. I had to put myself on a few week hiatus from yogurt and puddings because I was starting to abuse even those!

Shelly-enjoy your MAYBE rest day! And yes, they are SO tough to take sometimes, but what a difference it makes when you come back again!

Have an AWESOME day, everybody! BBL to catch up on you all!

Gayle
 
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gayle- I do have some work right where the armpit and arm meet but I think going super heavy with the wts helped lean my bi's and tri's out. I lift heavy for the shldrs also but that cut where the middle delt looks so good at is what I cant get. My front delts look good ,the area around the clavicle area ,just the dreaded sides. any suggestions. I have tried going higher reps,lighter wt,and heavy wts,less reps etc... its probably just and area that is going to be hard for me because of diet. I also have some back fat to lose but going heavy on the lat rows has helped ALOT!!!

off to work I go!!see ya later!!
 
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I'll have to get an anatomy book to look up some of those body part names, Laura! LOL I'm not sure what works, exactly, for my arms. My shoulders, back and lats develop really well and rather easily too. I get comments every summer about my shoulders. I've just never been happy with my bis and tris. I'm not sure exactly what to try and when.

Anybody have any suggestions for that????

Gayle
 
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Good morning ladies! Another quick post, but I should be able to come back for personals later.

Today is a 4 mile run. I'm still not sure on the podiatrist appt which is scheduled for tomorrow. I know I probably should go, but since I'm not having any problems I feel bad spending the money. You know the, if it isn't broke why fix it mentality. Maybe I will reschedule for a couple weeks from now. What to do, what to do! I'll think on this today and see how my 4 miler goes. I'll be running this one on the treadmill.

BBL! Waves to all Cheetahs!
 
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Good morning cheetahs

Cathy...that is good the meds are working anyway...I know this adult acne is no fun...Sorry you overslept. Maybe putting the X off til next week is a good idea..:)

Marcia...way to go with the circuit class, I am glad it was such a hit...:)

Laura...sounds like a tough class you taught. I like the pyramid stlye of lifting alot.

Heather...I also try my best to avoid hydrogenated anything!!...luckily cheese and chocolate are not my problems. Just chips....and I have avoided those Kettle Chips a long time...:)...I try and find some kind of coolmax socks, you might be able to find them online. I have never used any foot powders though.

Gayle...woke up to 32 degress this morning....BBBRRRRR! Good run and ab workout!

Wendy...way to go with S&A!! I have done abs first sometimes too...probably a good thing to change things up on occasion.

Linda...I did use the foam roller twice yesterday. I am so glad I got it. Hope you had a nice restful monday.

Jess..sorry about the achilles and having to cancel the half in May..

Shelly...so you liked BBC Shoulders and Back...:)..:)...yes he is young but still nice on the eyes. He is also in BBC Arms & Abs, just not the instructor. I will be doing BBC Legs & Butt with you and Sunny today. If not enjoy your well deserved rest.

Kristi...wow, you have gotten in some good runs!! The foam roller has helped alot.

Sunny...so a 5K this Sat...how fun! I hope the gel nails work well for you...:)

Judy...I bet it was great therapy to watch Sam play after a funernal of a close friend. Sorry about the TM, but getting a new one is nice...:)

Susan...sorry about the back flare up. Mine did a bit too after clearing wood at my Mom's. Mine does not hurt when I run...weird about this pain...hope the Chiro can help.

I am planning on BBC Legs & Butt and maybe check out the cardio and TM on that workout too. If I don;t choose one of the cardio options i will do 40 min on my EXT.

Have a great day...:)
 
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Kristi-I say err on the side of caution. Maybe keeping the appointment is good, regardless of how well you're feeling! Yeah...that coming from the girl who cancelled an orthopedic appt 3 times before finally keeping it (a year ago), lol. KEEP IT! Better safe than sorry, right?

Hi, Carole! Your planned workout sounds great! How are you feeling???

Ladies....do any of you have any iCycle workouts from iTrain? A friend of mine just sent me a gift certificate so now I'm shopping for what to get. I'm considering the iCycle as a way to incorporate my stationary bike once again. It's really jealous of all the workouts my TM and weights are getting. The bike's been sitting there, collecting dust, because I just can't seem to get the motivation to use it. Maybe with iCycle my butt will get on that seat and RIDE! LOL. Any thoughts???

Gayle
 
Quick good morning!! We're heading to my Mom's for a few days. The girls love going there & that way we can go visit my Aunt Meg, cousin, go to lunch w/ my Dad, etc. It's always a busy but fun time for the girls. They get spoiled of course!!

I ended up going for a 12 mile bike ride w/ my friend Erin last night. I was going to do spin class, but once Erin said she was biking I jumped on that! It was a gorgeous night out, a bit windy but a great ride. She's looking at a new bike too & so is my friend Melissa so I think we're going to see if we can get a good deal on them at our local bike shop. It was nice to chat w/ her & catch up a bit, I miss the social aspect of running w/ them!!

Cathy ~ THANK you for posting that link. I remember that from before & Greg found my *trigger* point last night. OUCH, I was almost crying from him rubbing that spot in my calf, but at least know I know it isn't my achilles, he said it really feels like I have a tear in my calf. There's a knot there, I could feel it too. It is really sore in that spot this morning, but I'm hoping that means it's healing???? I'm much happier if it's a muscle thing & not a tendon!!!

I did MM- upper body only premix this morning. I packed a few DVD's to take to my Mom's & I can hopefully at least just walk on her TM.

OK, off to finish packing & get everyone ready to go!! I'll check in from Mom's computer when I can!
 
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Good morning Cheetahs!

Jess - Had a wonderful weekend. The weather was beautiful. Got to pull out the sleeveless dress. So nice that your girls are getting baptized. Know you are proud of them. It will be a beautiful experience.

Linda - Hope you enjoyed your rest day.

Shelly - Is your twin into fitness at all? Glad you like BBC so far. Have a good workout!

Kristi - Great job on your runs! Congratulations on the 2.5 pounds gone! WTG!!

Wendy - I hate going to Wal-Mart for that exact reason. I end up spending more than I anticipated. Now that we have a SuperCenter, the selections are so much better. Good job on P90X!

Sunny - Good luck with your 5K this weekend. Are you ready? Where is the cruise taking you? I went on my first one last year and loved it. I stayed in the spa much too much but I loved being pampered.

Judy - Sorry to hear your tm is broken. Have any idea what kind you would like to buy? Good job on the 5 miles.

Susan - So sorry to hear the back is not better. Complain all you need to until you get some relief.

Cathe - Your plan to take a break sounds good. P90X is hard on a well rested body. I know what a toll it can take on a tired one. Sounds like your body needs that extra rest.

Marcia - Glad your class is enjoying the circuit workout.

Laura - Glad you got your run in. Sounds like the arms got a good workout yesterday.

Heather - I eat a little chocolate almost every day. Love the stuff. Your reintroduction sounds yummy. I don't have any foot issues. So, I usually go for stability and cushioning in a shoe. I've gone to a couple of running stores to be fitted. Now, since I know what works, I just order on line. I just bought some Balega socks and love the feel of them. I still want to experiment with a few more brands too.

Gayle - It will be in the 80's here again. We're tying records already. Glad you had a fun time with the kids yesterday. Good workout today!! I only have the iCycle in the iTri workouts. I sub my elliptical or something else when it gets to those.

Carole - Have a great workout! I almost have my rotation done. Will pm you later.

I did Ripped To The Core and Winsor Pilates 20 minute total body. Think the arms will be sore from this one and all of the reps. I do like the compound moves.

Enjoy your day!

Jackie
 
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Gayle...my calf is still a little sore but other than that things are good! I think Christine has tried some iCycles.

Jackie...I like the compound moves in RTC also. I just have not done it in awhile.
 
Good morning cheetahs,

It is COLD here this morning. I miss my 75degree weather:)

My back is feeling a lot better today, so I think I will do the elliptical for 50 minutes and then some ab and back work. I am going to another Chiro tomorrow to see if this guy can do anything for me. If that does not work, I found a place called the spine institute and I will get an MRI and see what they have to say about the ole back. I am feeling a lot more upbeat today and I really had to have a talking to myself about counting my blessings and not letting this back thing ruin my life and my mood. It is so easy to become obsessed over an injury. I do know that this thing should have healed by now and that I do need more aggressive treatment. I am not one to jump to surgery, but if that is what it takes, then maybe....

Okay, enough back talk.

Cathy, don't sweat this week. You will get back on track next week and I am sure you eating is perfect;-) How fun you are going skiing. No getting sick this time}(


Marcia, CONGRATS on your circuit class. I think everyone loves a good circuit routine.

Laura, how EXCITING to be buying a new home. I love the change of moving into a new place, especially a bigger one. Have a nice run and enjoy the weather.

Heather, could you please pass the chocolate over here. I am the queen of chocolate. I have to say though, I do not like cheese. I never have. I always buy my running socks at a running store. They are expensive, but SO worth it. Thorlo is a pretty good brand and I think they have those at regular sporting good stores.

Shelly, enjoy your well deserved rest day. When is your next race?

Gayle, another great workout for you. 30 minutes of ab work, YOWZA!


Kristi, Enjoy your treadmill run. Glad the foot is feeling better:)


Carole, sounds like a fun workout. Are you able to do the step and kickboxing now?

Jackie, that sounds like a fun workout. I have a pilates dvd and really need to open it. I have never been a fan, but it would probably really strenthen my back more than the yoga. Do you have a favorite that you recommend.

Jess, how fun to go on a bike ride with friends. have fun at mom's:)


That is it for me now. I have to take kids to school and the off to the elliptical.

Cheers!

Susan
 
Good Afternoon Cheetahs!

I'm late checking in today, huh? LOL

This morning I ran on the treadmill for 20 mins. I was doing Itread set 3 which is a 40 mins work out and intended to complete it but I still have some lingering issues from my cold with phlegm and it was periodically getting stuck in the back of my throat causing me to have trouble keeping my breathing on track. NOT GOOD so I cut it short. I am going to attempt cardio here at home soon. I initially thought it was my leg day so I had planned a circuit. Now that I realize it's NOT leg day, I will just be doing straight up cardio...an IMAX perhaps??? }( }( }(

I'll be back later for personals!:D
 
Good morning! Well....."good almost afternoon!" :+ Busy, busy at work, so I am late posting.

Cathy - I am sure you really needed the rest! Hope the rest of your day goes okay!

Marcia - Yay! I am glad they really love the circuit class! Sounds great! I

Laura - Enjoy your run, if you get to go! Way to fry those arms! ;) Sounds like a great class!

Heather - I wear Nike dry fit cushioned running socks, or Thorlo running socks (the thick ones). It depends on which shoes I am wearing. If I am wearing the bigger shoes....I wear the thick socks
:)

Shelly - Enjoy your rest day and get some rest!! Quick question...we are getting blood work done in the morning (Health Fair at work). Of course, we are fasting....but would it be bad to run and workout in the morning before the bloodwork....or would it skew the results? We are allowed to drink water.

Gayle - Great run and workout this morning! Your description of last night brings back memories of when I was little...sounds great!

Kristi - Enjoy your run! Maybe you should go ahead and go to the doc...just to make sure everything is okay.

Carole - Enjoy BBC and whichever cardio you do!

Jackie - Good job on the workout! I love RTTC! Haven't done that one is a long time!

Jess - That sounds like an awesome bike ride last night! Good job on MM and have fun at your Mom's!

Susan - I am glad your back is feeling better today! That has got to be so aggravating to have it keep acting up! Hope you find and answer and relief soon! Enjoy your EXT!

Hi to everyone!

This morning I was really feeling good...since I had yesterday off! I did GS BS&B, ran 5.5 miles and did some floorwork.

Hope everyone is having a great day!
 
Wendy - Hey there! HOpe your cold gets better soon! Better to cut it short than to cause a backset, or cause it to go deeper into your chest! You had asked which rotation I will be doing on P90X. I will probably mostly just do the weight workouts, CS, yoga along with running and the elliptical and spinning. I am not sure, but that is tentatively the plan;-) You are doing great on your rotation! It is hard to believe it has been almost 3 months! I don't know if you remember it, or not...but I started with you and only lasted 2 weeks and started doing a different rotation :+ I hope to do better next time! :)
 
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