Commit to get Fit & Lean for December 2014

Kirstin - sorry about your sister! Your poor son. I agree, you need sneakers:p No, I am not disappointed getting more dvd's.
 
'Morning!
Belinda, it's amazing how fast our kids grow up. Glad yours were able to spend Christmas Day with you. Haven't hit buy yet on sbf but am thinking about it. It always takes me a while of debating back and forth. Probably b/c I really do not need any more workouts, just time to do them. So, I don't think I'll get it. But, while I'm debating, what kind of cardio does she do?
Amelia, just check in. Perhaps if you made a commitment to yourself to take things slow, drinking more water, checking in, and then add on from there. We miss you around here. How's your brother?
Kristin, I can so relate to the drama. That's what I was worried about w/eldest ds. They are only happy when causing drama that makes others unhappy, actually just having others be unhappy. It makes them feel better, and causing the drama gives them a feeling of power. I'm so sorry. Is your cousin staying with you to visit and propose?
Wendy, gosh you've certainly had your winter of germs. I vote for keeping the left-arm wearing bracelets as like a signature. It was just a noticing. Now I'm on a Liane Moriarty streak and am almost done with all of hers. Suggestions for other author's books to read?
Deb, my December workouts were awesome at the beginning of the month and have certainly slowed down. My youngest ds and his gf are getting a place together. Her lease is just about up, and he thinks she's the one. How are your boys doing?
No fitness-related gifts for me for Christmas. My kids already make fun of how much I have. Today we're driving dd to visit her bf's family for a holiday celebration. Then dh and I will visit another brewery before returning home. Did 0-60 adrenaline rush. Wow, that was a workout!
Have to go finish scones and make popovers.
Cookie
 
Good evening,

I did XT Cardio Leg Blast and SBF abs + waist/legs this morning.

Cookie - sounds like a fun day/evening today. Have fun! SBF does offer a free trial. This way you can if you like her style.

Waving Hi to everyone that checks in after me. Good night, ladies.
 
Hi,

By the end of the day yesterday everything hurt it felt like I had the flu but I took a nap and felt better. I guess I forget that it takes days for me to catch up with sleep after the holidays.

Today, I did Travis's Short & Sweet yoga it was tough even though it was only 30 min. Tomorrow I want to try one of Cathe's new w/o's.

Belinda - I hope we will always have farms small & large. I enjoy going to the farmer's market in the summer but it sounds like Germany's are so much better . . . would love to go.

Kristin - Sorry about the incident with your sister, your poor son & Mom too. I would think your sister doesn't even realize or have consideration for your Mom's condition. I took my MIL foodshopping today and I could see how frustrated/mad my FIL was with my MIL. I just think he shouldn't have any expectations of her and maybe it would be easier (I guess).

Wendy - It looks like the germs keep circulating around your house:( With the temperature changing everyday I'm sure that doesn't help.

Cookie - Too funny about DH & you giving each other the same gift:) I did Travis's short & sweet before seeing you did it. When I do Travis's yoga I find it hard to look at the TV so I try and just listen for the que's & glance at the TV. I guess in a live yoga class I can't always look at the instructor but can glance at the people around me so that helps.

Waves hi to everyone

Goodnight:)
 
'Morning!
Belinda, think I'm going to stick w/Cathe and JS, and Travis for yoga. You are always tempting me with new ideas and workouts! Thanks for all of them.
Deb, hope you're feeling better. My youngest ds isn't feeling well. He and gf planned on driving home last night but stayed b/c of him. Hope you're not coming down with something or exhausted from everything. I also find it hard to look at the tv w/Travis but after doing them a few times, I don't really need to. It must be easier in a class to check others for form.
Hoping for a relaxing day today. DS and gf should leave this morning, and dd will return this afternoon. Seems like we're running a hotel here. Need to get groceries, long walk w/dogs and dh, and start cleaning out closets.
Cookie
 
Good morning,

Today I will do a nice stretch and walk the dogs.

Cookie - I like your workout plan for 2015 :) And you are welcome :p

Debbie - oh no! Hope you feel better soon. I am coming down with something too. My stomach is bordering me for the last 2 day's ??? I also have sinus problems.

Waving Hi to everyone that checks in today. Have a great day and workout.
 
Morning Ladies!

So I previewed Cathe's RWH Hiit #1. Interesting when you preview it with Just Cathe and no music because I could hear her breathing hard and I was like OH NO I'M NOT DOING THIS ONE!! I went for 30/30 Hiit instead and still got red faced so I think I made a good choice.

Went to Barnes & Noble and got my new daily planner last night for 50 percent off. Love that! I also wrote 10 pages yesterday in the latest manuscript so I'm happy with that.

Cookie-LOL okay I'll keep the bracelets. I love anything by Holly Martin (One Hundred Proposals is FABULOUS) and Amelia Thorne (Beneath the Moon & the Stars.) They are romantic and cute and very, very clever in plot. Love both their books. So when you are not running the hotel (HA!) check those out. :)

Belinda-GAH I hope you are feeling better. (Sending healing vibes your way!!)

Kristin-I'm so sorry that you had to deal with that family crap on top of the situation with your mom. Your poor son! I can't imagine how confused and upset he was. If you lived near me I'd have you come over for a glass of wine. Big hugs.

Waves to Amelia and anyone else stopping by!

:) Wendy
 
Hey guys. Plyo Hiit 1 plus bonus abs two all done. I knew I should be afraid of that workout. I was sucking air, but I got it done, lol. One arm burpees are not happening anytime soon.

We are heading to the city tomorrow. I will bbl with personals.

Kristin
 
Ok I'm back. Plyo 1 was hard. The sets of each exercise were intense but short, so for the most part I could do all the moves, reps and keep up with Cathe and crew. I did not even attempt the one arm burpee. Only twice did I not finish out the reps and that was in the middle of the workout when I was sucking wind. My cousin, a man who is 8 years younger than me and an active In theCoast Guard attempted to do this workout with me and stopped after the first round of burpees.

Wendy- I've never previewed a dvd without the music. Did you preview Plyo 1? I was winded most of the workout, lol. BTW, I had plenty of wine after that day, lol.

Debbie- my dad gets frustrated with my mom too. I think the 24/7 thing is hard. I think it's hard to comprehend how they can have clear, lucid moments and then forget something so simple. At Christmas my mom was eating with the big serving spoon. No one noticed and I said something to her, she didn't even know.

Cookie- it is so true that they want to spread unhappiness and causing drama gives them a sense of power. It is so hard to deal with. I feel that if I say something back to her, she wins, but if I say nothing, she wins. The only way to end this cycle is to have nothing to do with her. I fantasize about keeping her out of my life for good. It is awful to think like that but I am sick of this. I wish she would take meds.

Belinda- hope you are feeling better. You killed it with workouts this month!

Probably not getting a workout in tomorrow other than walking in the city.

Kristin
 
Hi,

Today I finished up most of my computer work but felt like I was at my desk all day. I did stop to cook & eat:) I'm not sure how but I hurt my right side/upper back & used a heating pad while on the computer, so no workout today:( but I'm catching up on sleep:)

Belinda - Today was the perfect day for a dog walk! I saw a lot of people like JS's walking dvds.

Kristin - If your in Macy's maybe you'll see me running by;) You should have a nice time the weather is supposed to be nice. Will you take the train in?

Wendy - I usually don't preview the workouts because I'm afraid I would get to scared:eek:

Cookie - I'm sure your house is a 5 star hotel and that's why they love coming:) Your good starting to clean closets now that is on the top of my list for January!

Waves hi to Amelia

Goodnight:)
 
Good morning,

Today I did XT CSB and I also did SBF LB. I am in week 5 of the XTrain rotation:confused: Still loving it.

Debbie - it was a perfect day to walk the dogs. I hope resting, icing will do the trick for your back. Take it easy, girl. Where did you see JS workout dvd's?

Kirstin - thanks, I am trying to avoid any weight gain during the holiday's:p High fives on Plyo !! Sounds like a tough one.

Thanks Wendy! I did take easy this weekend. Lot's of walking and resting. I am feeling much better. I need a new daily planner too. I couldn't find any last week…..

I am so ready to take all the xmas stuff down, I already started this morning.:p

Waving Hi to everyone that checks in after me. Have a great Monday, everyone.
 
Hi Ladies!

No workout yesterday. I had insomnia the night before (worse than usual) and couldn't nap during the day and with the head cold it wasn't happening. I think I'll do some weights tonight if I can.

Kristin-I had never previewed without music either and it was weird to hear Cathe breathing so hard! HIGH FIVE TO YOU for doing that one. I'm not up to that one yet. Might not be until 2016...HA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Belinda-My Barnes & Noble had a surprisingly good selection. I was prepared to buy one with a cover I hated but I had loads to choose from. Glad you are feeling better!!

Debbie-Ugh sorry about the back pain but YAY about catching up on sleep!

Waves to Cookie and Amelia!

:) Wendy
 
Happy Monday!
Belinda, I'm amazed at how you manage to always get your workouts in and often two of them! How do Xtrain and sbf complement each other? We leave decorations up til Three Kings Day, and often much later!
Amelia, how are you doing?
Kristin, my kids would prefer to have nothing to do w/eldest ds also. To tell the truth, dh and I feel the same way. It is so wearing. As a parent, it has been very humbling. If I just went by the others, I might think I knew something about parenting, but w/this one, I haven't a single clue on anything. He's the only thing dh and I argue about. It is absolutely amazing that you could do the wo. I'm too afraid to try. Hope you enjoy the city.
Wendy, thanks so much for those suggestions. I'll check them out in just a few minutes. Hotel is down to one guest - dd - at this moment. Tomorrow we'll be back up w/five more! Have you read Big Little Lies? How did you get another cold?!!! Or is it the same one sticking around b/c it likes you?
Deb, the boys act like they're in a hotel, w/leaving things all over the place, and driving me crazy by doing so. Can't understand how they can take a new glass every time they have something to drink. But, it is good to see them. How are you feeling now? Could the height of your desk and computer be affecting your shoulder and arm?
40/20 hiit and a lb workout. Made chocolate pomegranate cookies, and they are really good, if I say so myself.
Cookie
 
Hi,

Today I did Hiit Circuit upper body premix without the blasts & I was still out of breath. It was tough starting back with the new series but I will stick to premixes until I get in the swing of things. I love it but will modify until I'm stronger. I took a Bayer back & body pill & it really helped my back, we'll see tomorrow. Ugh, also had cramps & TTOM almost 2 weeks earlyo_O my system is a mess! It's crazy what stress & poor eating can do to your body.

Our heat stopped working last night for about 6 hours (we didn't sleep well) but started up again in the morning. I called the heating co. and they came out but said I need to call them when it happens because the system will indicate which part isn't working . . . technology:mad:

Belinda - I can't believe you are in week 5 of X-train already!! That is still one of my favorite series. I saw 2014 reviews on VF forum and the reviews were really good for JS walking & for SF streaming.

Kristin - I looked around as I was rushing thru Penn Station:) It was a nice day to be in the city but so crowded;

Wendy - I hope you get rid of your cold before New Year's.

Cookie - DH was just asking me tonight who's glasses are all over the table . . . the kids!! The chocolate pomegrante cookies sound yummy & I have pomegrantes in my refrig;)

Goodnight:)
 
'Morning!
Belinda, this past year, I've been relying on your reviews for workouts! I'm so grateful for being introduced to JS! Just love hers. What plans do you have for NYE?
Amelia, are your darlings keeping you busy this week?
Jessica, how was the city? We had hopes of going in to see a couple of acts this week, but this hotel business is not allowing us much time to leave. Did your cousin propose?
Wendy, hope that darn cold is doing better. I purchased the 100 proposals and should hopefully squeeze in a few chapters today. Great job on getting into rwh last week.
Deb, see it's chromosomal! Don't tell your dh that though. Or perhaps it is just our sons and my dh. I call mine Hansel when he's really getting on my nerves with the trail left behind him. Was it cold in the city yesterday? It's 15 degrees here now.
Have to take one of the dogs to the vet this morning, and wanted to walk but now am not sure due to the cold. Think I'll see how windy it is as it gets closer to the time. That will get me about 7 miles if we walk, otherwise it will probably be a Virtual Active.
Anyone planning goals for next year? I have to read more books for pleasure, complete the Great Saunter again (that walk around Manhattan), work on relationships (particularly w/challenging eldest ds), replace carpeting in dd's room, and save/plan for kitchen renovation.
Cookie
 
Good morning,

Plan today is : XT Cardio Leg Blast and Cathe's new HiiT Low Impact #2. And SBF, not sure what's on the schedule for today? That one looks like fun and I like the music. If this keeps it up, I am gonna have to order the new series. Liking it so far:eek:

Cookie - aww….thank you! Glad I could help you spent more money:p I do have to agree, I love JM! She alway's comes up with new and unique moves. So far, we have no plans for NYE? And you? I have no goals for next year. Maybe 2: I want to get back into running and stop buying so many workout dvd's and use what I already have :eek: I really have to stick with it:p Like your plans. 7 miles is a lot of walking. In Germany we also keep the decorations up until Jan 6!! Just getting tired of the xmas stuff. Like I said, before…I was afraid to gain weight during the holiday's…that's the only reason I upped my workouts. I really don't want to gain weight and try to lose an extra 10 pounds.

Debbie - please, take it easy!!! Good job yesterday on Hiit Circuit upper body premix. DH and I really like Xtrain. He does the weight training with me. Not the cardio, too high impact for him. He did like Cathe's new HiiT low impact #1. Let's see if he likes #2 as well. This one looks more fun to me:D

Wendy - I used to go to Barnes & Noble, haven't been in one forever:D I buy most of my stuff online. I have insomnia too. Hope you get some sleep soon and feel better. Maybe a nice walk out site before bed would help? It really clears my head and I sleep better at night.

Kirstin - I saw your pic on FB! Very nice family picture. Aleisa was in NY this weekend, she had a lot of fun.

I will be back later.
 
Hello all. We had a great time yesterday in the city, even though things did not go according to plan, lol. First, we took the train and then the subway to the museum. The museum was so packed there was a line from the subway to the outside of the museum, so we scratched that plan and decided to go to Central Park. We strolled through the park and then decided to go to the zoo. We had a hard time finding the zoo, lol, but when we finally found it, we were able to see a few exhibits and give the kids a late lunch. We walked to FAO and then to the tree. Took the train back and then went to Friday's for a late dinner. We weren't home until 11:30. I did not get an official workout in, but I walked A LOT. Today, I did Hiit Upper Body Circuit. My cousin and his fiancé are visiting friends. I need to clean the house, which is next on my list here. We plan on grilling steaks tomorrow for NYE dinner.

Belinda- I saw some of Alesia's pics on Facebook. Looks like she enjoyed the city. We had a great time yesterday. The city is so beautiful this time of the year.

Deb- it was sooooo crowded everywhere we went, lol. It was a bit ridiculous, especially on fifth avenue. I thought of you as we passed by Macy's, lol. FAO was beyond crowded. I could not believe they had a Frozen doll that they were selling for $5,000.00 Crazy! :eek::eek::eek::eek::confused::confused::confused::confused::confused:

Cookie- He did propose and she said yes, of course. I am hoping we can go to their wedding next year. We want to visit them this June when school is over. I hope we can afford to do it.

Wendy- how are you feeling? Were you able to catch up on your sleep?

Okay, off to clean, yippee!

Kristin
 
Good evening,

I am done with XT Cardio Leg Blast and Cathe's new HiiT Low Impact #2 + SBF UB with the bands.

Kirstin - I agree, NY looks beautiful this time of the year. Wished I could go! Maybe next year. Sounds like you still had a wonderful day. Glad you enjoyed it.

Good night!
 
Hi,

I made it through another day in NY & it was so crowded even though the "eve" is tomorrow! I ended up getting home late because I needed to do one of my NJ stores & did some returns/exchanges. I'm getting up early to go take a hot yoga class tomorrow & hope I can get some floor space:eek:

Belinda - Maybe mixing it up is helping you not get bored with one type of workout. I didn't think you ordered the new dvds.

Kristin - How exciting about the engagment, I forget where your cousin is from? I could just imagine how much walking you did! I'm glad you had a good time. I noticed a lot of signs/billboards advertising the museum, maybe that is why it was so crowded.

Cookie - It wasn't too cold in NYC when the sun was out, but once the sun went down it was so colddddd:) By biggest goals which I think are every year is time management & organization.

Waves hi to everyone

Goodnight:)
 
Good morning,

I will do XT Bic + Tric = 45 min and SBF (?) after my coffee. I will get my workout in as soon as possible, I am getting my hair done in DC.

Debbie - I didn't buy the new workouts, I canceled my preorder. My friend let me use her set for awhile. I like mixing workouts. Sounds like a crazy day yesterday. Enjoy your yoga today.

Waving Hi to everyone that check in today. BBL!
 

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