Movers & Shakers - March 8 - 14

[Shadow]

Up and at 'em, gang - a new week is upon us :D!

[Parisienne]

Hello everybody, I'm ready for the week! I feel a lot better (even if I've got an Eustachian tube dysfunction aka blocked ear which is a nuisance) and I did my M&S in the morning. Not much, but it was quite OK to start with.
Sunday - 5 min stationary bike + 10 min upper body + 5 min abs
Have a great week, all of you!

[Ammy]

1.5mile walk. We walked to the grocery store and back..it's 33 here, so it's quite nice outside.
Now if only the sun would shine.

[Karole]

Glad you are doing better Adina !! Hi Ammy, how are you.

I did 10 min. on my elliptical and my dd came over and we went for a walk in the wonderful sunshine (and wind) for another 35 min. So 45 min. total.

Our day started out badly as we were under a tornado warning for over an hour early this a.m. and had to go to the basement. They said it was 2 miles away at one time, but I haven't heard of any damage yet. It may not even have touched down. Anyway, afterward the sun came out and it has been beautiful .

[Billie]

Got to the gym this afternoon, for 1 mile on the stair master, lower body resistance and ended with 2 miles on the bike. Plans for the week at the gym are
Monday, long all body workout
Tuesday, early morning cardio
Wednesday, upper body resistance
Thursday, day off
Friday, long all body workout
Saturday off

[BeccainSC]

Off day for me today. The week is not shaping up too well.... DH was replacing a gasket on my car and realized that he was missing another part. It has to be ordered, so my car is out of commission for a while which means I have to taxi my girls around. Will really put a crimp in my morning schedule having to take them to school.

I'll try, no promises. Thankfully I don't have to be at work at a specific time, but I don't want to go in too late as I also have to leave in time to pick them up from school. They don't say much about my hours as long as the job gets done, but it's gonna be a rough week.

'becca

[Karole]

Starting the week out with a bang-- a 45 min. workout. I did the Over 50 DVD plus she has extra portions of exercises using weights and doing planks and box pressors and etc. so it was 35 min. regular workout and 10 with weights and etc. Good workout and my muscles feel flabulous er ..I mean fabulous. I do believe the serotonin or whatever has kicked in !!

See all you M and S ers after while !!

[Shadow]

Adina - I am so glad you are feeling better :)! Way to go easing back into the exercise!

Amy - Way to go :D! Glad you're here with us this week!

Karole - Awesome start to the week for you :thumbsup:! So glad that tornado passed you by! I do believe they're endorphins but hey, seratonin is a feel-good thing too!

Billie - Great plan for the week :nod:!!!

'Becca - Just do the best you can - unfortunately, life doesn't always cooperate with our schedules ;).

[Karole]

Karole ! I do believe they're endorphins but hey, seratonin is a feel-good thing too!

Well, I knew it was something good , just couldn't remember what it was !!:)

[Shadow]

Karole - A rose by an other name.... ;). As long as you're feeling good, that's what counts :D!

[BeccainSC]

I didn't get my exercise in this morning and tomorrow (and Wed) aren't looking so hopeful.

I WILL get my 3 times in before Sunday though. Thankfully I work different areas each time so 2 days in a row won't be a bad thing.

I considered going for a walk, but not worth risking the pollen. If I get sick,or even just a bad cough, it will take too much out of me for far too long.

'becca

[Shadow]

'Becca - I love the determination to get those workouts in :D! No, the pollen wouldn't be good :eek:. As you said, since you work different parts each time, you're better off to go back-to-back than to risk stirring the asthma up :).

[gitfiddle]

I have adjust my workout to accommodate a pinched nerve in my lower back. I saw the chiro this morning because it hurt too much to wait. With his permission I went to the gym tonight, but just biked gently and walked gently, enough to move the muscles. I thought it better than sitting in my recliner (bad) and it was feeling quite a bit better by then.

[Shadow]

I have adjust my workout to accommodate a pinched nerve in my lower back.
Carol - I am so sorry you have a pinched nerve :(. Ouch :eek:!
I saw the chiro this morning because it hurt too much to wait.
No kidding! Glad you were able to get in right away!
I thought it better than sitting in my recliner (bad) and it was feeling quite a bit better by then.
MUCH better than sitting in that chair, my friend ;)!

[Ammy]

I rode 20min on the recumbant bike.
I only did 4.5miles and burned 150 calories, but it was something!

[Parisienne]

Hello everyone, my ears seem finally unblocked but wet cough continues - according to my doctor it could accompany me for a couple of weeks:eek:. Anyway, I feel quite good and here is my report for yesterday and today:

Monday - Pilates (warm up + abs) 15 minutes - that made me a bit hungry on that day of fast ;)
Tuesday - Tae Bo Get Moving +/-15 minutes

[Shadow]

I rode 20min on the recumbant bike.
I only did 4.5miles and burned 150 calories, but it was something!
And I am SO proud of you for getting that "something" done, Amy :D!!!!

[Shadow]

Hello everyone, my ears seem finally unblocked but wet cough continues - according to my doctor it could accompany me for a couple of weeks
It does take time, Adina :).
Monday - Pilates (warm up + abs) 15 minutes - that made me a bit hungry on that day of fast ;)
Tuesday - Tae Bo Get Moving +/-15 minutes
Great job :thumbsup:!

[Karole]

Hi all, well so far I did 10 flights of stairs to work my glutes. Then 25 min. on the elliptical and it was on level three so I just left it there so it could work my glutes more. I usually have it set on one but dh must have increased it last time he used it. Then I did 10 min. pt. exercises/stretches.

We are supposed to have our line dancing practice tonight , but with them forecasting the strong thunderstorms and high winds I think I will be staying at home instead.

See all of you laters.

[gitfiddle]

Shadow, I really like your new signature quote! :nod:

I'm a lot better today, but that spot still aches. I plan to just bike and tread again today. Maybe a few arm movements, but no heavy stuff. No sense in riling it up again. :paranoid:

Karole, you rock!

Adina, that seems to be the way that it's going around here, too. Take care of yourself!

Amy, it's discouraging to me to see how few calories those things burn! :confused: I try to ignore that readout.

[Billie]

You know what we all rock!

We are doing it, trying, moving, motivating, lifting, running, stair-stepping, pilating, yogaing...:D...our way to good health!

YEAH FOR ALL of us!

Just got back full board resistance today, did 7 minutes cardio warm up on stair stepper, and then 1 mile on bike to end. An hour all together, another one in the book!

[Shadow]

Hi all, well so far I did 10 flights of stairs to work my glutes. Then 25 min. on the elliptical and it was on level three so I just left it there so it could work my glutes more. I usually have it set on one but dh must have increased it last time he used it. Then I did 10 min. pt. exercises/stretches.
Way to go, Karole :D!!!

We are supposed to have our line dancing practice tonight , but with them forecasting the strong thunderstorms and high winds I think I will be staying at home instead.
Safe is always the best option :)!

[Shadow]

Shadow, I really like your new signature quote!
Thanks :D! You inspired me this morning to find a new one ;).

I'm a lot better today, but that spot still aches. I plan to just bike and tread again today. Maybe a few arm movements, but no heavy stuff. No sense in riling it up again.
Great plan :thumbsup:!!!! Just enough to keep it from stiffening but not enough to push it :nod:.

Amy, it's discouraging to me to see how few calories those things burn! I try to ignore that readout.
Same strategy I use ;). In fact, I quit using my HRM because of that. It became more about the numbers than it did about the quality of the exercise.

[Shadow]

You know what we all rock!
Yes we do, Billie :D!!!!

We are doing it, trying, moving, motivating, lifting, running, stair-stepping, pilating, yogaing...:D...our way to good health!
What a great and motivating group you all are :thumbsup:!

YEAH FOR ALL of us!
Absolutely :nod:!

Just got back full board resistance today, did 7 minutes cardio warm up on stair stepper, and then 1 mile on bike to end. An hour all together, another one in the book!
Great job, Billie :)!!!

And thank you so much for the rousing cheers :D!!!!!

[Jackie]

Hey Shadow and everyone, your new sig line is exactly what I am going through right now with the food part of this plan.

I have nailed the exercise WHY???? I am enjoying it too much not too!!!
Even though I may not be here everyday, you can be sure I will fill you in on what I have been up too.

Saturday: 2 1/2 mile walk/run (35 minutes)
Sunday: All day down hill skiing with the kids
Monday: took a break
Tuesday: 30 minutes on the elliptical

Great job everyone!!!

[Shadow]

Hey Shadow and everyone, your new sig line is exactly what I am going through right now with the food part of this plan.
Uh oh - are you feeling challenged on the eating? Anything we can help with :)?

I have nailed the exercise WHY???? I am enjoying it too much not too!!!
That's fantastic, Jackie :D!
Even though I may not be here everyday, you can be sure I will fill you in on what I have been up too.
We look forward to the updates, whenever they may come :nod:!
Great job everyone!!!
Great job on your end, too :thumbsup:!

[BeccainSC]

Passing through. Nothing done today and have to take DD1 to the eye doctor for her yearly check (as well as cart DD2 to school in there somewhere too) tomorrow so nothing for me.

My current plan is to do my upper/abs Thursday, lower/stretching Friday and my mix on Sunday.

I'm already missing my exercising :(


'becca

[sharthejoysheila]

Hello all, I am going to get on the program with yall tomorrow. I think i am going to do a program with weights in the mornings and walk in the evenings. I have many workout tapes but i love to go out and walk if it is nice outside. although they say it is going to be raining and much colder tomorrow. I will do my best.. even if i have to walk in place for starts.. sharthejoysheila

[gitfiddle]

Hi! I felt supple enough to add some weight training to the bike and the treadmill. I reduced the weights considerably and kept it to the upper body, then I noticed an empty arc trainer, so I did five minutes. :D I was careful. It no longer hurts to climb into the car and I'm not getting any discomfort, so I think it's going to be okay.:nod:

[Ammy]

I walked 1.5miles in the cold/wind today.

I also did a 20min upper body and butt/thigh workout.

[Jackie]

That is awesome Amy! I am glad your on the mend Carol!!!

I forgot to mention in addition to my 30 minutes on the elliptical today I forgot it was Tuesday and therefore I had my dance class tonight.

[Shadow]

My current plan is to do my upper/abs Thursday, lower/stretching Friday and my mix on Sunday.
Great plan, 'Becca :thumbsup:!

I'm already missing my exercising
That's always a great sign :D!

[Shadow]

Hello all, I am going to get on the program with yall tomorrow.
Welcome, Sheila :)!
I think i am going to do a program with weights in the mornings and walk in the evenings.
Sounds like a great plan!
I will do my best.. even if i have to walk in place for starts..
The best is all we can ever do - it's the fact that you're moving it that counts :nod:!

[Shadow]

Hi! I felt supple enough to add some weight training to the bike and the treadmill. I reduced the weights considerably and kept it to the upper body, then I noticed an empty arc trainer, so I did five minutes. :D I was careful. It no longer hurts to climb into the car and I'm not getting any discomfort, so I think it's going to be okay.:nod:
That's great, Carol :thumbsup:!!!!!! See how much stronger you are now that you consistently exercise? Think of how long it would've taken you before to get better ;)!

[Shadow]

I walked 1.5miles in the cold/wind today.

I also did a 20min upper body and butt/thigh workout.
Fantastic job, Amy :D!!!!

[Shadow]

I forgot to mention in addition to my 30 minutes on the elliptical today I forgot it was Tuesday and therefore I had my dance class tonight.
Yeah for you, Jackie :D!!!!

[Karole]

Hi, just finished a total of 50 min. of exercise--20 min. on the elliptical at level 3--20 min. pt exercises ---10 min. lower body work--things like planks and leg lifts and etc.

Feels goooooood again.

[Shadow]

Hi, just finished a total of 50 min. of exercise--20 min. on the elliptical at level 3--20 min. pt exercises ---10 min. lower body work--things like planks and leg lifts and etc.

Feels goooooood again.
Way to go, Karole! It makes me feel good, too :D!

[gitfiddle]

See how much stronger you are now that you consistently exercise? So much wisdom, my friend. Most days I actually have bounce in my step again, which I lost when I hurt my knee TWO years ago. I feel like ME again. I love being strong. :nod:

Today is a rest day. See you all tomorrow!

[Shadow]

So much wisdom, my friend. Most days I actually have bounce in my step again, which I lost when I hurt my knee TWO years ago. I feel like ME again. I love being strong. :nod:
And I love reading about how things have changed :D!!!! Hard to believe there was a time I had to keep after you :eek:!!!!!

[Karole]

I agree with Shadow, Carol. This is soooooo great. What a difference in your whole life, huh.

On that Over 50 exercise dvd I have-- the trainers are two English ladies and they speak of the thigh muscles as being very important and call them the "freedom " muscles. They are talking about they keep us free to get up and down and move about and also keep us free of the nursing home when we're in our 80's. I read a book lately and the doc who wrote it also spoke about the folks living in the nursing homes today and unable to walk simply because they failed to keep using their leg muscles til they got to the point they simply had to use a wheelchair. How sad to think we do things like that to ourselves when it is totally unecessary.

Thank you Ms Shadow for flailing that whip over our heads !! Your knowledge and encouragement has meant a lot to all of us.

[gitfiddle]

All because somebody built a gym between work and home! :D That, and I knew I had to do something about my knee and my life. The gym just made it easy.

[Jackie]

No planned exercise for today. Rest time. Last night's dance was very vigorous!!!

Happy Day Everyone!

[BeccainSC]

Upper body and abs done!

Felt like I was starting all over again even though I only do that routine once a week. Am totally out of breath.


'becca

[Shadow]

On that Over 50 exercise dvd I have-- the trainers are two English ladies and they speak of the thigh muscles as being very important and call them the "freedom " muscles. They are talking about they keep us free to get up and down and move about and also keep us free of the nursing home when we're in our 80's. I read a book lately and the doc who wrote it also spoke about the folks living in the nursing homes today and unable to walk simply because they failed to keep using their leg muscles til they got to the point they simply had to use a wheelchair. How sad to think we do things like that to ourselves when it is totally unecessary.
Sad but true, Karole! We tend to take for granted that because our bodies work now, they always will. I tell you, living with and caring for a wheel-chair bound person helps keep me focused on what needs to be done!

Thank you Ms Shadow for flailing that whip over our heads !! Your knowledge and encouragement has meant a lot to all of us.
Ah shucks :o - you are so welcome, Karole :D! I wouldn't do it but you guys are just the best and it's a pleasure to come here and "see" you all each day. Of course, getting to crack the whip helps keep me interested, too :lol: ;) :p!

[Shadow]

All because somebody built a gym between work and home! :D That, and I knew I had to do something about my knee and my life. The gym just made it easy.
Ah - I'm pretty sure you would've come up with a "plan B" if "plan A" hadn't been attainable ;). I would've given you no rest, otherwise :lol:!

[Shadow]

No planned exercise for today. Rest time. Last night's dance was very vigorous!!!
Enjoy your rest day, Jackie :D!

[Shadow]

Upper body and abs done!
Awesome, 'Becca :D!

Felt like I was starting all over again even though I only do that routine once a week. Am totally out of breath.
Some days are always better than others ;). But with persistence, the "hard" days will get fewer and more far in between :).

[Karole]

Of course, getting to crack the whip helps keep me interested, too :lol: ;) :p!

Well, we certainly have given you an abundance of opportunity to crack away !!:D:eek::D

I did my 10 Min. Solution dvd on upper body and then 20 min. on the elliptical at level 3. I also will be going to my line dancing class tonight so that will be over an hour more for the day.

No whip cracking over my head!! (Today at least):lol::lol:

[gitfiddle]

Ah - I'm pretty sure you would've come up with a "plan B" if "plan A" hadn't been attainable ;). I would've given you no rest, otherwise :lol:!That too! :rolleyes: I was running out of hiding places! Danged wet noodle! :peeved:

[Karole]

That too! :rolleyes: I was running out of hiding places! Danged wet noodle! :peeved:

Those things make terrible whizzing sounds when she whirls them around our heads, don't they Carol:eek::eek:

[Shadow]

Well, we certainly have given you an abundance of opportunity to crack away !!:D:eek::D

I did my 10 Min. Solution dvd on upper body and then 20 min. on the elliptical at level 3. I also will be going to my line dancing class tonight so that will be over an hour more for the day.

No whip cracking over my head!! (Today at least):lol::lol:
Ah shucks - another one bites the dust :p.

But way to go on that workout ;)!!!!

[Shadow]

That too! :rolleyes: I was running out of hiding places! Danged wet noodle! :peeved:
Yes, I pretty much have chased you hither, thither and yon, haven't I ;) :lol:?

[Shadow]

Those things make terrible whizzing sounds when she whirls them around our heads, don't they Carol:eek::eek:
But think of the great exercise it is for my bat wings ;)!

[gitfiddle]

But think of the great exercise it is for my bat wings ;)!:lol: That is too funny! I'll bet you don't have any batwings at all, Shadow.

I'll give you a little practice tonight, whippersnapper. I seem to have an eye infection, which is contagious, and I didn't go to the gym tonight. I feel kinda punk anyway. I'll catch up, though. :cry:

[BeccainSC]

Lower body and stretching segment done! 2 for 3 now for the week. I should get my mix routine done Sunday morning.


'becca

[Shadow]

:lol: That is too funny! I'll bet you don't have any batwings at all, Shadow.
Ah yes.... I have to say a huge thank you to my mother, her mother & probably all of them before :rolleyes:. Unfortunately, being extremely heavy as a child and quickly losing weight didn't help matters ;). Obviously that was before my PP days.

I'll give you a little practice tonight, whippersnapper. I seem to have an eye infection, which is contagious, and I didn't go to the gym tonight. I feel kinda punk anyway. I'll catch up, though. :cry:
Well, my dear, I certainly will NOT crack the whip at you for that :). One of my biggest pet peeves is when people who are contagious insist on going out and about and infecting everyone they can :mad:. So I am proud of you, grasshopper :D! Besides, depending on the eye infection, you could cause serious damage to your eye trying to do resistance training (or so I was told many, many years ago).

[Shadow]

Lower body and stretching segment done! 2 for 3 now for the week. I should get my mix routine done Sunday morning.
Great job, 'Becca :thumbsup:!

[Parisienne]

Wonderful job, everyone!

I definitely overindulged with dried fruit, nuts and wine coming from 3 enormous Purim baskets we received on Tuesday. (It was naughty but really nice:D.) Fortunately, there were no sweets this year, people learn! Anyway, I continue to do my "little something" everyday. Nothing fancy, just trying to move & shake a bit.

Wednesday - 10 min Solution Thighs + 10 mins Power Stretch
Thursday - stationary bike HIIT (22 mins)
Friday - Tae Bo (wu + upper body) +/- 20 mins

Saturday is my day off, so I'll see you all on Sunday. Have a great weekend!

[Shadow]

Anyway, I continue to do my "little something" everyday. Nothing fancy, just trying to move & shake a bit.
Doesn't have to be fancy at all, Adina ;) - way to go getting it done :D!

[Ammy]

To mourn the cancelling of my YMCA membership...:(...I took a 2mile walk today.

And did my PT exercises.

[Shadow]

To mourn the cancelling of my YMCA membership...:(...I took a 2mile walk today.

And did my PT exercises.
Great M&Sing, Amy :D!!!! I am sorry the membership is history but I am ever so proud of you for not letting that stop you from getting a workout in today :thumbsup:!!!!!

[gitfiddle]

(((Amy:())) Ditto what she said!

I was back at 'em today. Upper body ending with five minutes on the arc trainer. The last two minutes were quite peppy because the music changed and I could feel it in my thighs when I got off. That machine might just keep me out of the nursing home, Karole! :D

[Jackie]

I did 20 minutes of upper body work yesterday and hope to get a good walk/run in today. I need to clean house so as soon as I get some of that under wraps I will treat myself to the run.

[Karole]

That machine might just keep me out of the nursing home, Karole! :D

No,Sweetie, you and your efforts will keep you out of the nursing home !!
You have come a long way haven't you !! :thumbsup::thumbsup:

Shadow, I took a day off yesterday but have already done 35 min. of my Over 50 dvd and 10 min. more with the weights on the extra workout for a total of 45. Now my arm muscles feel like limp noodles, but in a good way.:D:D

[Karole]

Hallooooooooooo hallooooooooo any body out there?????

I did a warm up of 10 min. on the elliptical then did 25 min. lower body , upper body with 5# weights then 10 min. pt stretches for 45 min. todaY.

[Shadow]

No,Sweetie, you and your efforts will keep you out of the nursing home !!
You have come a long way haven't you !! :thumbsup::thumbsup:
Well said, Karole :D!!!! Carol - Karole is right (of course!) in that it is YOU who will be doing the work. I am ever so proud of you, grasshopper :D!!!!

Shadow, I took a day off yesterday but have already done 35 min. of my Over 50 dvd and 10 min. more with the weights on the extra workout for a total of 45. Now my arm muscles feel like limp noodles, but in a good way.:D:D
Awesome, Karole :thumbsup:! Well done!!!!

[Shadow]

I was back at 'em today. Upper body ending with five minutes on the arc trainer. The last two minutes were quite peppy because the music changed and I could feel it in my thighs when I got off.
Great end to your workout, Carol :D! And ditto what Karole said :nod:!

[Shadow]

I did 20 minutes of upper body work yesterday and hope to get a good walk/run in today. I need to clean house so as soon as I get some of that under wraps I will treat myself to the run.
Way to go on that weight work, Jackie :thumbsup:! You know how those reports make my day :D!

[Shadow]

Hallooooooooooo hallooooooooo any body out there?????
Been too busy exercising to get online, Karole ;)!

I did a warm up of 10 min. on the elliptical then did 25 min. lower body , upper body with 5# weights then 10 min. pt stretches for 45 min. todaY.
Fantastic :thumbsup:!