kathryn
Cathlete
Greetings Sargent Cathe!
I've just complete my first Boot Camp workout--what fun! (The "zappy laser" sounds and electronic transition music made me feel a bit like I was in a computer game...just call me Tron
Since I AM in the "Ask Cathe" forum, here are some queries for you:
1) I know what plyometric moves are, but exactly where do they fit in the cardio/resistance scheme of things? To me, they seem more akin to resistance training because they get you into the anaerobic zone and use fast-twitch muscle, both characteristics of weight training. But the movements themselves seem more aerobic. Are they a crossbreed?
2) Much to my surprise, I was able to do the first ab segment without much problem (I guess working out with you and using stability balls has strengthened my core more than I realized!) Unfortunately, because of problems I've had with shoulder tendinitis in the past, some of the other side ab work, where you dip down to the side with a med ball on the core, puts a bit of strain on my gimpy shoulder. I used an off-the-cuff modification of keeping my lower knee on the floor, but I don't know if that's taking too much away from the abs (I could use a heavier med ball, I suppose). Do you have any suggestions for other alternatives that would be similar to what you guys are doing?
3) I want a ministep topper! I know they're coming soon, but I wondered if the platform section would be available by itself. I have enough risers to turn my regular-size step into an 18-inch bench (great as a support when doing 1-arm rows), so I really don't want to buy anymore!
I'm looking forward to the other workouts (which I've previewed so far, but haven't done).
FYI: Did you notice in the Piña Colada remake that the singer says "PiNa?" It drives this sometime Spanish teacher nuts! Guess I'll have to sing along on the chorus to drown out the offending pronunciation. If this guy were in a Spanish class, instead of saying "tengo 20 años" ("I'm 20 years old."), he'd be saying "Tengo 20 anos" ("I have 20 rectums"). A source of amusement to many a Spanish teacher.
I've just complete my first Boot Camp workout--what fun! (The "zappy laser" sounds and electronic transition music made me feel a bit like I was in a computer game...just call me Tron
Since I AM in the "Ask Cathe" forum, here are some queries for you:
1) I know what plyometric moves are, but exactly where do they fit in the cardio/resistance scheme of things? To me, they seem more akin to resistance training because they get you into the anaerobic zone and use fast-twitch muscle, both characteristics of weight training. But the movements themselves seem more aerobic. Are they a crossbreed?
2) Much to my surprise, I was able to do the first ab segment without much problem (I guess working out with you and using stability balls has strengthened my core more than I realized!) Unfortunately, because of problems I've had with shoulder tendinitis in the past, some of the other side ab work, where you dip down to the side with a med ball on the core, puts a bit of strain on my gimpy shoulder. I used an off-the-cuff modification of keeping my lower knee on the floor, but I don't know if that's taking too much away from the abs (I could use a heavier med ball, I suppose). Do you have any suggestions for other alternatives that would be similar to what you guys are doing?
3) I want a ministep topper! I know they're coming soon, but I wondered if the platform section would be available by itself. I have enough risers to turn my regular-size step into an 18-inch bench (great as a support when doing 1-arm rows), so I really don't want to buy anymore!
I'm looking forward to the other workouts (which I've previewed so far, but haven't done).
FYI: Did you notice in the Piña Colada remake that the singer says "PiNa?" It drives this sometime Spanish teacher nuts! Guess I'll have to sing along on the chorus to drown out the offending pronunciation. If this guy were in a Spanish class, instead of saying "tengo 20 años" ("I'm 20 years old."), he'd be saying "Tengo 20 anos" ("I have 20 rectums"). A source of amusement to many a Spanish teacher.
