Hardcore Fitness Maniacs Check In for Monday 5-22

Good morning!

This morning I was soooooo tired since I didn't go to bed until MIDNIGHT (this is extremely late for me) and I didn't sleep well. But I got up and did my lower body workout as planned - Bowflex and free weights. I did 80 walking lunges with 20# each hand (4 sets of 20), Bowflex leg extentions (90#), Bowflex leg curls (30# - more than that and I always strain a muscle), squats with barbell (35# +bar), Bowflex abs (45# - 100 of them) and then free weight bicep curls (20# each hand for 3 sets of 15 - need to do hammer curls later today), overhead tricep press (20# dumbell 3 sets of 15) and about 100 tricep dips (in between my leg sets). Then I ran out of time and had to jump in the shower. I was kind of slow with my workout, so it's my own fault. I wanted to do plie squats, hammer curls and static lunges.

And the wind! This morning we had 22mph winds!!! Good thing it wasn't a cycling day. Tomorrow is and it's supposed to get cool (50s) and rainy. I might be riding the trainer. :(

Debbie - thanks for reminding me - I think I'll do some back work on the Bowflex tonight. I forgot I wanted to do that. Great workout today. Debbie - do you think you respond to cardio only doing it every other day? I worry that it's not enough for me, but mostly I only add in one extra day of cardio - unless it's getting close to a Mexico trip. :)

Lora - see, I don't always do Cathe workouts either, especially during cycling season. Don't quit posting. Because of you I ordered Yoga for Happiness!

Jeanette - WHAT??? There is something other than a tire to look at while cycling. Darn! It's a rare ride when I enjoy the scenery and I know this is very, very bad. But I think with my new plan, I'll have a couple of days where my goal is simply to spin out my legs and then I will enjoy the scenery. I don't want to end up hating to ride.

Christine - I hope you get to work from home today. Good luck!!! Are you feeling like the once a week for legs isn't enough since you're adding kick max drills?

Nicole - enjoy the Firm. Wow - I haven't done one in a long time.

Terri - a radio deejay and Edie from Fox News were debating the Davinci Code today. He hated it and hates it's message. She loved it and sees it for the fiction it is. I don't want to see it, but probably will since we rent all the new movies that come out. :)

Dallas - I liked Tristan and Isolde too. Good movie.

Marietta - now you make me rethink my decision on legs. I also thought that doing weights more made my legs stronger, especially since doing Cathe all winter I started stronger on the bike this spring. Oh my - what to do, what to do. I worry that I will lose strength and gain MORE cellulite if I lift less. But my legs always seem so tired - or is it that whole possible lung issue? Who knows? :p

Suz

"Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened." - Anatole France

http://www.picturetrail.com/dogs2birds
 
Marietta - do you have any suggestions from the list of Cathe rotations for me to lose weight, gain definition in my arms and legs?
 
Suz - great workout! I wish I had a Bow Flex. I want one so bad. Anyways, my body responds well to three or four days of cardio. I seem to lose more fat upping my weight training so thats what I'm trying to do. I've read a lot about how weight training ups your metabolism higher than cardio does and cardio tends to "eat" muscle. Not sure how true thats is. I did a rotation like this pretty much all summer last year and was at my leanest. So I'm trying to get back to that.
 
Debbie -I want a Bowflex really bad too. My doctor says it would be better for my injury than free weights. She tells me that free weights are the worst for people with my type of weight training for people with my type of injury. Now I'm curious. What type of body type do you have? Like if you didn't work out, where do you tend to carry your weight?
 
Hey Everyone,
Debbie thanks for the 2 body part rotation. I am going to do Chest and tris just like you today.

I thought I would get my workout in this am.......NOT.. My ds class had a butterfly release. I am hoping I can get it in late afternoon.

Suz I have not done a firm either. I am looking forward to it!! I love the pace of there leg press's.


Lora I remember when *We* did the hardcore fatloss rotation. We had good results. I remember getting lots of compliments. So I would say go for that one and stick with it if you can:7 I know you will see results!!

Dallas I am so Jealous that you got 2 closets done!! I really need to get going on my stuff. I have been throwing things out left and right though.

Terri I am not sure when these will be arriving,but Diane Sue has me really excited about getting these!! I can't wait!!:7 I will let you know!! I am going to start a SS/TJ/Kickboxing rotation. With 2 body parts every other day.

Christine I hope you got to stay home today!!

Hey Sabrina how have you been?? Lets try and catch up with Dallas:7

Hello to everyone else

~Nicole
 
Someone at VF just shared this with me. What does everyone think. It's out of M&F for Her.

Look great in eight the program: have the summer of your life with the body to go with it. Burn some fat and add some sexy curves with this progressive 8-week body blast - using an eight-week fitness schedule to improve physical conditioning
Muscle & Fitness/Hers, June, 2002 by Michelle Basta Boubion
HEY YOU, the girl with the nice body and serious dedication to Fitness. Yes, you! You work out all the time, you've been exercising for years, and even though you've noticed some great changes in your physique, you still want more, don't you? If it's true that the better shape you get in, the higher the bar rises for the shape you want to be in, then this is the workout for you.
Fast-paced and progressively challenging, this eight-week program focuses on increasing muscle tone and definition with an emphasis on wasting fat from your body. It's hardcore, serious and time-consuming. If you follow it -- for the results it was intended to produce -- be prepared to push your body beyond its comfort zone, further than you've ever taken it before. Be prepared to come out on the other side of eight weeks with a body that sets the standard rather than one that follows.
8 THE HARD WAY
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No doubt, this program will have you working hard, fast and often. It has to if it's going to be effective. Nothing good comes easy, but if you do it right, it may come a little quicker, and that's the premise of this workout. Eight weeks is a reasonable amount of time to commit to a serious exercise and nutrition program without risking burnout, overload or boredom, It's time enough to see and feel your body transform, to reach new heights and realize more of your potential.
If you're looking for a way to lose 20 pounds or to build a fitness-competitor physique, I have to tell you, it's going to take longer than a mere eight weeks. It isn't going to happen that fast, with this program or any other. But what you can expect is to have a stronger, leaner, shapelier body and to feel great about making the time and effort to achieve it.
Each week focuses on a different style of training, which helps to keep your body from becoming accustomed to a particular workout or set of exercises. Yo


u'll do circuit, heavy, high-rep and supersets training, repeating the cycle -- with few changes -- the last four weeks. The cardio portion of the program is progressive, geared to increase in not only frequency but duration and intensity as well. This is to kick your body into fat-burning mode, especially in the last few weeks when your metabolism is already burning hotter.



Week 1 CIRCUIT TRAINING
Train your entire body three times this week. Choose one exercise for each major muscle group listed below and go through the circuit three times. Do 12 reps with a weight that brings you to momentary muscle failure within 12 reps and rest as little as possible. Rest between sets for only as long as it takes to set up your next exercise. Do three days of cardio--40-60 minutes each--in a lower heart-rate range. Do one day of higher-intensity intervals for a change of pace. On the recreational cardio day, choose something fun that you enjoy.

Week 2 HEAVY
Train each bodypart once, choosing three exercises for each major muscle group. Do four sets of 8-10 reps. Lift heavy enough to reach muscle failure by the last couple of reps. Always use the first set of an exercise for a new bodypart as a warm-up. Rest roughly 1-2 minutes between sets. Do four cardio sessions with an emphasis on higher-intensity training--keeping your heart rate up for a relatively short amount of time. Three workouts will be 25-30 minutes long at 80%-85% of your max heart rate, with one long, lower-intensity day.

Week 3 HIGH REPS
Train each bodypart twice, choosing three exercises for each major muscle group being worked. Do three sets of 15-20 reps with weights heavy enough to fatigue your muscles within the suggested rep range. Rest 60-90 seconds between sets. Do five cardio sessions this week. 30-40 minutes at 70%-75% of your max heart rate during four of the sessions. Do one session of higher-intensity intervals for 30 minutes.

Week 4 SUPERSETS
Train each bodypart only once, working two muscle groups back to back with no rest in between. Choose three exercises, doing three sets of 12 reps. Choose weights heavy enough to reach muscle failure in 12 reps. Move quickly between exercises, resting as little as possible. Do five cardio sessions this week, most of which will last 25-30 minutes at 75%-80% of your max heart rate. Do one workout at a lower intensity for a longer period and one interval workout.

Week 5 CIRCUIT TRAINING
Follow guidelines given for Week 1. Cardio sessions are similar. The only change is the addition of an extra day.

Week 6 HEAVY
Follow guidelines given for Week 2. Cardio sessions are similar. The only change is the addition of an extra day.

Week 7 HIGH REPS
Follow guidelines for Week 3. Bodyparts trained together will differ from Week 3. Cardio sessions are similar. The only change is the addition of an extra day.

Week 8 SUPERSETS
Follow guidelines for Week 4. Bodyparts trained together will differ from Week 4. Cardio sessions are similar. The only change is the addition of an extra day. Congratulations. You've made it!
 
Good afternoon,
I didn't get in much of a workout today. It has been a busy day. I did Cardio Coach #3 and 30 slow leg raises on my new VKR Tower. I then went to the dentist. It appears after all of the work and putting in a temporary crown they want to wait and see if they need to do a root canal before the last impression for the crown. So anyway I am sitting here trying to eat with one side of my mouth numb. I wanted to do some upper work on my Bowflex. I doubt that will happen. I have to go get some stuff for the yard and pick up grandchildren.

Lora, I am sorry you are feeling so down. I would hate to see you quit posting. I have learned so much about other workouts from you. In fact I ordered Shiva Reas Shaki from Target. It should be here this week. I am looking forwards to trying it out.

Hi to everyone,
Diane Sue
http://wd.1ww.us
 
Also - question -- what Cathe workout would be a good one to use for the Superset segment? I know Cathe's superset DVD is not done the traditional way. Any ideas?

Nicole - thanks for the suggestion. That's my old "standby" back up rotation. I feel like I want a bit more variety than just the Hardcore's right now.
 
Lora - I like that rotation, it looks very challenging. I was going to pick up the newest M&F Hers but I'm so pissed at that publishing company. I had a subscription and they cancelled it. Then I started getting M&F which I didn't want. Then all of a sudden I see M&F Hers in the stores again and find out they aren't doing subscriptions. Pissed me off. Plus, its only like 40 pages and costs $5! Ridiculous! So I refuse to buy that magazine.

Ok vent over.

When I stop working out I tend to gain weight everywhere. Moreso in the ab area but my upper body gets all flabby. Its nasty!
 
Diana Sue - Geez....now I feel pressure. You're the Goddess of working out and if you don't like it, I'll be crushed. I think it's good and as I said above, if I could only own 2 (and I've seen a lot), it would be Eion's and Shiva's.

Suz - I also hope you like Eion.
 
Debbie - I suppose I should have asked. Do you gain muscle easy? cuz you don't look like an ectomorph on top like I am.
 
Thanks Debbie. I didn't feel like I got enough in this morning. I love my Bowflex. I might be a bit of an equipment junkie. :)

Lora - that looks like an intense rotation. Do you ladies think it's good to switch it up that often? I do b/c then your muscles are always shocked, but DH thinks you should stick to something a little bit longer (like maybe 6 weeks).

Diane Sue - I thought about you this morning. I was hoping it all went really fast. I'm sorry you have to wait more now.

I think I should have done yoga this morning. My back is killing me -not to be dramatic or anything. :p I better do it when I get home. Too bad my PY4H doesn't get here until tomorrow. I'll have to do The Firm Power Yoga I guess.

Suz

"Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened." - Anatole France

http://www.picturetrail.com/dogs2birds
 
This evening I did the abs from Slow & Heavy Bi's and Tri's and then the stretch workout from Yoga Focus. I feel nice and relaxed and ready to see the season finale of Alias. I'm taping 24 and Everwood so I have something to watch every night this week just about!
 
Afternoon almost evening all...:) Where do the days go?!??!

I got the errands I wanted to get done. Lucky for me it was left-over night. :) I got another jury summons. That's three in 6 months, isn't that weird? I wonder if I can get out of it this time. ;-)

Marietta ~ Did we scare you off with all our questions? ;-) You know, I honestly don't know my best mile before hurting my foot. I know it was at least lower than 8. I really didn't keep track that closely. I'd like to now because I want to start with some 5K's. Not yet! Don't panic. ha ha! Just something to shoot for, you know?

Diane Sue ~ I have to comment on your Target...it's awesome!! Their fitness sections blows mine away. Mine does carry Cathe's step w/DVDs, so I guess it's not that bad! lol Sorry about your mouth. How soon do you have to go back to the dentist?

Suz ~ Wow! What a workout! Let us know how those legs are feeling tomorrow.

Terri ~ How are things? Is your friend back?

Nicole ~ When do your kids get out of school?

Debbie ~ What's the rotation you did last summer? Is it posted on the rotation forum?

I should be folding and putting clothes away. Ugh, I guess I better get going. :-(

Have a great night!

ETA: Why does my signature post sometimes and sometimes not. Must be moody! :p :+
Lora, I forgot to tell you about Eoin's DVD. I liked that quickie routine. Perfect length ~ 30 minutes. The only part that struck me funny was when Eoin says, "It should feel like someone is licking ice cream off of you..." Yuck!! That would feel weird. ha ha! That was a strange comparison, IMO. lol :p

Dallas
 
Yes, I was starting to feel funny ....I thought maybe Marietta got mad at me!!

Dallas - I know Eion says some off the wall stuff. One of the reason's I like him. I've always liked "different" people and he's so kind and gentle, but kills you ever so softly. I like when you're doing pigeon and he does the version where you slide your arm one way to go deeper and he says something like "taste the nectar in that hip". I love when my cats lick me....so I always imagine one of my baby's is licking me....LOL...I know ...I'm weird.

Well...another evening sitting here looking over rotations with no decision........and I'm just plain stressed out now. Why do I do this to myself??

Debbie - I forgot to tell you that I wasn't as sore as I thought I'd be today. Granted, I'm feeling worked, but I thought I wouldn't walk after all of those balances postures on Mark's DVD yesterday.
 
Hey Maniacs!!!

Gosh, I am so late checking in, but better late then never! I did 30 mins of low max this morning before going to work...all I had time for. Did the other 30 mins when I got back, and after dinner. Also did Coremax 2. Tomorrow I will work chest and ride my bike. I will ride my bike before going to work. I like doing the cardio now in the morning...gets the endorphines flowing for the day and it is easier for me to do then when I get home from work. I will work chest when I get home as I have found out that lifting early does not work for me.

Have a great evening!

Charlotte~~
 
Lora,
You could use some of Cathe's shorter upper workouts splitting them into two upper body parts a day (like CTX or PS) Then do leaner legs one day and on another do some lower floor work or another like SS lower blast. This should allow plenty of time for cardio most days and still do some yoga and add in some abs. As far as Super Sets the only other that I think Cathe has is the premix on the GS Chest and Triceps. I like the timesavers on the GS upper workouts. Just some thoughts.
Diane Sue
http://wd.1ww.us
 
Okay ladies - my butt cheeks are starting to hurt. LOVE those walking lunges. They do it every time. I always feel like it was a good workout if I get DOMS the day OF my workout! :)

Suz

"Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened." - Anatole France

http://www.picturetrail.com/dogs2birds
 
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