Movers & Shakers - Jan 10 - 16

[Shadow]

Okay, gang, I wanted to be ready for all of those M&S anxious to get off and running for the week :D!

What's your plan for the week?

Do you have your goals set?

Are you remembering to change up your routine/do something different?????

[bpm]

Shadow Dearest,
I thought I could slide for a few days- should have known better.
Been traveling short distances for advice type meetings to try to launch a new investment business using some IRA money without IRS involvement. Doesn't look like it's going to fly.
Due to a sinus issue (chronic) been laying off the hi intensity stuff on the elliptical. However, still doing the resistance. The change up will be interesting as I have purchased 2 res bands and a new very comprehensive isometric book. I still have the light weights (2/5/8/10/15) but no bench since I sold the bowflex over a year ago. I tend to overdo the wts anyway.
The bands will be good for the old bones and the isos are perfect for me. Yesterday, I tried many new exercises and will try more this weekend to figure out several routines to use. Isos are beautiful because one can do them anywhere, anytime without blocking out a bunch of time.... and there is no tendency to overdo.
So I have been busy and will post the weeks plan when ready.
Have a great weekend in the snow.

[cshelia]

My weeks plan is to get in at least 4 days on the treadmill.

[Needlewoman]

Resistance tubes - same as last week, although hopefully without DS1 at home ;) The week after I shall probably do lower 3 times and upper twice, which is a suggestion from Jilly.

[Shadow]

Shadow Dearest,
I thought I could slide for a few days- should have known better.
Yes, you should've - I wasn't awarded the whip for nothing, ya know :razz:!
Been traveling short distances for advice type meetings to try to launch a new investment business using some IRA money without IRS involvement. Doesn't look like it's going to fly.
I'm sorry :(!
Due to a sinus issue (chronic) been laying off the hi intensity stuff on the elliptical. However, still doing the resistance.
Awesome :D! The resistance if far more important, IMHO.
The change up will be interesting as I have purchased 2 res bands and a new very comprehensive isometric book.
Wonderful - I can't wait to hear how it goes and what new tricks you learn :D!
The bands will be good for the old bones and the isos are perfect for me.
Absolutely :nod:!
Yesterday, I tried many new exercises and will try more this weekend to figure out several routines to use.
Well done, Monty!
So I have been busy and will post the weeks plan when ready.
Have a great weekend in the snow.
I look forward to it :)! Not the snow, ya know, just the report :p!

[Shadow]

My weeks plan is to get in at least 4 days on the treadmill.
Great goal, Sheila :thumbsup:!

[Shadow]

Resistance tubes - same as last week, although hopefully without DS1 at home ;) The week after I shall probably do lower 3 times and upper twice, which is a suggestion from Jilly.
Good for you :). Are you going to alternate 3 lower/2 upper with 2 lower/3 upper?

[Needlewoman]

Are you going to alternate 3 lower/2 upper with 2 lower/3 upper?
Uh Oh. I've just been back to see what Jilly wrote, and she said 3 times a week with more rest, but alternating between 2 upper and 1 lower, then 2 lower and 1 upper the following week, so that the body split stays even. She put it like this:-
M-upper M-lower
T-rest T-rest
W-lower W-upper
TH-rest TH-rest
F-upper F-lower

What do you reckon? the site also has a full body one that lasts 20 minutes so after a while I could throw that in every now and again just to ring the changes.

[Shadow]

Uh Oh. I've just been back to see what Jilly wrote, and she said 3 times a week with more rest, but alternating between 2 upper and 1 lower, then 2 lower and 1 upper the following week, so that the body split stays even.
Exactly :).
She put it like this:-
M-upper M-lower
T-rest T-rest
W-lower W-upper
TH-rest TH-rest
F-upper F-lower

What do you reckon?
Looks good :nod:. It also leaves the option open to do other combinations for variety.
the site also has a full body one that lasts 20 minutes so after a while I could throw that in every now and again just to ring the changes.
See - you've caught on to all this whether you realize it or not :D :thumbsup:!

Well done, NW!

[gitfiddle]

Are you remembering to change up your routine/do something different?????Darn it, Shadow, you know how I hate to change my routine. :p

How about if I do upper body and arc trainer 20 mins twice a week and lower body with arc trainer 10 mins and rowing machine 10 mins twice a week?

[Claudette]

Shadow, I need to get a routine in first before I can change it up!

Bronchitis is better, did a 18 min Body Flex tape today, whew, tired,but made it.

Going to classical voice with dh today. No professional aspirations, but that type of singing keeps my asthma at bay, lungs in great condition.
dh sings with a orchestra chorus, maybe after I finish my msn, I might try out. It is a real cardio workout after a hour, I can tell you.

Plan for a week: start intergrading cardio into my routine each day untill I am up to 30 minutes again.
Still start coughing after a few minutes.

Great day, all.

[Parisienne]

Hi everybody,
I have a pretty stressful week: 3 essay exams! So this week I plan to do more stretching than ever (I have a brand new yoga for stress relief dvd but I'm afraid it makes me really sleepy even pre-watching it :lol:) and as usual take it rather easy.
Sun - standing pilates for weight loss (15 min)
Mon - upper body + stretch
Tue - pilates (abs)
Wed - cardio
Thu - lower body + stretch
Fri - mat pilates for weight loss

[jilly27]

Another Sunday at the gym with my sis, upper body today. We will be carrying on with the current program until the end of the month then I plan to change things up a bit. We will switch from slow burn, which focuses on working individual muscles to fatigue, to more compound functional movements with medicine balls and such. It will bring in a bit more of a cardio component also. :D

I did do a lower body workout at the hotel while we were away, but it was a bit whimpy to be honest. Typical hotel weight room, the leg press machine didn't go heavy enough for me :eek: and they didn't have heavy enough plates to do squats instead! What would a guy do?? I did the best I could with what I had, did some body weight work with the ball etc. Then I went to the spa for a scrub and wrap. :tongue:

Jilly

[Karole]

:nod::nod:Well, my plan was to skip exercise for the day---which I did. :D:D

Hopefully I will get an atta girl for keeping to my plan....any chance?:confused::confused:

But tomorrow I will do resistance before I let my self on the computer...

[cshelia]

No workout today. My day ended up being very busy, and I didn't get done with it until about 8 pm. So it's too late for me to do it, but I do plan on getting up an hour early in the morning and workout. No promises though! I always have a hard time getting up earlier than what I need to.

[bpm]

Did the UB resistance stuff with bands and iso and may add some bike later.
In working with the iso book and trying some new-to-me exercises, I find that most are terrific stretching routines when done with very little muscle tension.
There are so many different exes that I will include a session 5 to 6 days a week. These are intense for just a few counts (they remind me of the ultra slow method of lifting weights -HAHN and ADAM ???) and recovery is quick so there is little chance for burnout. BTW, these are not just static isos but most have push-pull moving aspects. The bands are good for traditional movements like curls, rows, presses, etc.
So Dear Shadow, I now have enough variable resistance exes to "shake" things up for as long as you push me (well maybe not that long) :)
This week and for the next 3 months will be resistance training 5 days/week with a mixture of UB LB using bands and Isometrics. Cardio will be limited to walks and strolls on the bike/elliptical (no HIIT).
Please excuse me now. I've gotta go take a nap. :D

[Mitra]

It must be getting warmer. I actually took off a layer while I was exercising today :eek:.

[Shadow]

Darn it, Shadow, you know how I hate to change my routine.
You and me both :rolleyes:. But it's good for us, right :razz:? Especially when it's something we ultimately have control over & get to do ourselves & not let to the fates of others ;).

How about if I do upper body and arc trainer 20 mins twice a week and lower body with arc trainer 10 mins and rowing machine 10 mins twice a week?
Sounds great :thumbsup:! See, that wasn't so hard, now was it :lol:?

[Shadow]

Shadow, I need to get a routine in first before I can change it up!
:lol:! Good point, Claudette.

Bronchitis is better, did a 18 min Body Flex tape today, whew, tired,but made it.
Good for you but keep on taking it easy until you're completely well, okay :)?

Going to classical voice with dh today. No professional aspirations, but that type of singing keeps my asthma at bay, lungs in great condition.
dh sings with a orchestra chorus, maybe after I finish my msn, I might try out. It is a real cardio workout after a hour, I can tell you.
How exciting, Claudette! What a wonderful thing to do with DH :D!

Plan for a week: start intergrading cardio into my routine each day untill I am up to 30 minutes again.
Remember to take it slow and steady :).
Still start coughing after a few minutes.
That's when you need to stop pushing ;).

[Shadow]

Hi everybody,
I have a pretty stressful week: 3 essay exams! So this week I plan to do more stretching than ever (I have a brand new yoga for stress relief dvd but I'm afraid it makes me really sleepy even pre-watching it :lol:) and as usual take it rather easy.
Sun - standing pilates for weight loss (15 min)
Mon - upper body + stretch
Tue - pilates (abs)
Wed - cardio
Thu - lower body + stretch
Fri - mat pilates for weight loss
Looks like a good plan, Adina! The extra stretching (if you actually do it and don't just sleep through it :razz: ) will be great for the stress you're under :). Good luck with those tests!

[Shadow]

Another Sunday at the gym with my sis, upper body today. We will be carrying on with the current program until the end of the month then I plan to change things up a bit. We will switch from slow burn, which focuses on working individual muscles to fatigue, to more compound functional movements with medicine balls and such. It will bring in a bit more of a cardio component also. :D
Awesome plan change, Jilly :thumbsup:!

I did do a lower body workout at the hotel while we were away, but it was a bit whimpy to be honest. Typical hotel weight room, the leg press machine didn't go heavy enough for me :eek: and they didn't have heavy enough plates to do squats instead! What would a guy do?? I did the best I could with what I had, did some body weight work with the ball etc. Then I went to the spa for a scrub and wrap.
All things considered, you did what you could with what you had - so I give you an "A" for effort :D!

[Shadow]

Well, my plan was to skip exercise for the day---which I did.
And THIS is to make me happy :suspicious:??????

Hopefully I will get an atta girl for keeping to my plan....any chance?
In your dreams, girl, in your dreams!
But tomorrow I will do resistance before I let my self on the computer...
And it better be a good session :evil:.....!

[Shadow]

No workout today. My day ended up being very busy, and I didn't get done with it until about 8 pm. So it's too late for me to do it, but I do plan on getting up an hour early in the morning and workout. No promises though! I always have a hard time getting up earlier than what I need to.
Hope to hear a positive report from you on that workout, Sheila :)!

[Shadow]

Did the UB resistance stuff with bands and iso and may add some bike later.
Way to go, Monty!
In working with the iso book and trying some new-to-me exercises, I find that most are terrific stretching routines when done with very little muscle tension.
I definitely think it's awesome you're trying new moves, Monty :thumbsup:!
There are so many different exes that I will include a session 5 to 6 days a week. These are intense for just a few counts (they remind me of the ultra slow method of lifting weights -HAHN and ADAM ???) and recovery is quick so there is little chance for burnout. BTW, these are not just static isos but most have push-pull moving aspects. The bands are good for traditional movements like curls, rows, presses, etc.
Sounds terrific, Monty :D! I know you are savvy enough about exercise & your body to watch for burnout so I have no qualms about your line up :).
So Dear Shadow, I now have enough variable resistance exes to "shake" things up for as long as you push me (well maybe not that long) :)
:lol:!!!
This week and for the next 3 months will be resistance training 5 days/week with a mixture of UB LB using bands and Isometrics. Cardio will be limited to walks and strolls on the bike/elliptical (no HIIT).
Awesome!!!
Please excuse me now. I've gotta go take a nap. :D
After all that, I'm sure you do :p!

[Shadow]

It must be getting warmer. I actually took off a layer while I was exercising today :eek:.
:p! Sounds like we're both getting warmer :D!

[Karole]

Well, shoot, I posted once today and it is gone. Boo booed again I guess.

I did get up and I did my workout right after breakfast . I did 15 min. with weights using my newest dvd.

In my other post I told Monty I liked the idea of using the bands very very slowly as he had mentioned and I think I will try that tomorrow.

[Rhyme'n Reason]

I did my daily session with "Sit and Be Fit" today. I took the weekend off, but I was up walking and moving around a lot both days. My so-called "good" knee, the one that isn't recovering from a fracture, is actually more painful than the other one today--I've known it's been weak for some time, and I guess I need to get it checked. I'm fairly sure it's arthritis, since a significant amount of arthritis showed up in my fractured knee on the CT scan. All the more reason to get a lot of weight off!!

[Shadow]

Well, shoot, I posted once today and it is gone. Boo booed again I guess.
Your computer is taking lessons from your exercise habits - on again, off again :razz: :tongue:!

I did get up and I did my workout right after breakfast . I did 15 min. with weights using my newest dvd.
VERY good :D! That's one down and about a million to go to get in my good graces :lol:!

In my other post I told Monty I liked the idea of using the bands very very slowly as he had mentioned and I think I will try that tomorrow.
That would be great :thumbsup:!

[Shadow]

I did my daily session with "Sit and Be Fit" today.
Yeah for you, Ruth :D!
I took the weekend off, but I was up walking and moving around a lot both days.
Just what I love to hear :thumbsup:!
I'm fairly sure it's arthritis, since a significant amount of arthritis showed up in my fractured knee on the CT scan. All the more reason to get a lot of weight off!!
Added incentive :nod:!

[Karole]

VERY good :D! That's one down and about a million to go to get in my good graces :lol:!!


A million ??? Gosh what have I done to deserve such treatment? You would think I have been a problem or trouble or even lazy instead of being a major player on the exercise circuit. I just don't understand why my efforts to please go astray so often. sigh:rolleyes::D

[Ammy]

Back spasm yesterday...could hardly walk.
Today I'm on muscle relaxers and will start some suggested stretches tonight. that will have to serve as my exercise for a few days.

[Parisienne]

Back spasm yesterday...could hardly walk.
Amy, I hope you'll feel better really soon!

Today's exercise was as planned :D:
Mon - upper body (15 mins) + stretch (10 mins.)
See you tomorrow

[Shadow]

A million ??? Gosh what have I done to deserve such treatment? You would think I have been a problem or trouble or even lazy instead of being a major player on the exercise circuit. I just don't understand why my efforts to please go astray so often.
ROTFL, goofball :lol:!!!!!!! If you devoted yourself as consistently to exercise as you do to pestering me, you'd be the most fit of us all :p!

[Shadow]

Back spasm yesterday...could hardly walk.
Ouch :( :eek: :(!!!!
Today I'm on muscle relaxers and will start some suggested stretches tonight.
Good plan :thumbsup:! Remember to make sure you're warm before stretching - otherwise you could do more damage than good ;).
that will have to serve as my exercise for a few days.
Understood :)!

[Shadow]

Today's exercise was as planned :D:
Mon - upper body (15 mins) + stretch (10 mins.)
See you tomorrow
Well done, Adina :thumbsup:!

[cshelia]

I did not get up early this morning, my hubby was sick all night and he kept me awake. But I did come home and rested for 30 mins and ate a small bite of chicken, and then straight to the treadmill.:D

Week 1, program 3, phase 1 of the Ifit. 20 mins, 1.2 miles, up to 9% incline, speed up to 3.5 and burned 144 calories according to the treadmill.

I did notice that I felt better walking today, than the last 2 times, hopefully I'm adjusting.:D

And oh yeah, week 1 results... 8.8 lbs lost.:exclamation::jawDrop::D

[Shadow]

I did not get up early this morning, my hubby was sick all night and he kept me awake. But I did come home and rested for 30 mins and ate a small bite of chicken, and then straight to the treadmill.:D
Way to go, Sheila :thumbsup:!

Week 1, program 3, phase 1 of the Ifit. 20 mins, 1.2 miles, up to 9% incline, speed up to 3.5 and burned 144 calories according to the treadmill.
Well done!

I did notice that I felt better walking today, than the last 2 times, hopefully I'm adjusting.:D
That's great!!!

And oh yeah, week 1 results... 8.8 lbs lost.:exclamation::jawDrop::D
Yahoooooo!!!!!!!!!!! Congratulations!!!!

[gitfiddle]

And oh yeah, week 1 results... 8.8 lbs lost.:exclamation::jawDrop::D
That's motivation, Shelia! :D

Upper body tonight. I didn't get the fly/delt machine because of the newbies, but I snagged an arc trainer and kept it for twenty minutes. Speed changes with the music in my headphones, but I am more comfortable at the higher speeds than I used to be.

[Tyrone Bill]

Everybody keep up the good work.

Just a little stretching before breakfast for me.

[Needlewoman]

I did my upper body workout yesterday, and almost managed to keep up with the instructor, so I actually did more than before.
Resting today :D

[Tyrone Bill]

Started out with pre-breakfast stretching.

Everybody's doing a great job. KUTGW!

[Shadow]

Upper body tonight. I didn't get the fly/delt machine because of the newbies, but I snagged an arc trainer and kept it for twenty minutes. Speed changes with the music in my headphones, but I am more comfortable at the higher speeds than I used to be.
Awesome job, my friend :D!!!! Now ya know, if you'd learn those free weights, the lack of machinery wouldn't be a problem :razz: ;) :razz:!

[Shadow]

I did my upper body workout yesterday, and almost managed to keep up with the instructor, so I actually did more than before.
Way to go, NW :thumbsup:!!!!!!! Just the kinda news I love to hear :D!

[Shadow]

Started out with pre-breakfast stretching.

Everybody's doing a great job. KUTGW!
The same goes to you, too, Bill :D! You may feel like you're not doing anything, but with your current restriction, you are still doing what you can and that counts as much as anything :thumbups:! Besides, flexibility IS a component of fitness despite how many people ignore its importance!

[gitfiddle]

Besides, flexibility IS a component of fitness despite how many people ignore its importance!I'll second that statement! Before I was flexible, I was always pulling muscles.

[Mitra]

I'll second that statement! Before I was flexible, I was always pulling muscles.

I went in the other direction and had problems from being too flexible without the strength to match it. I work on both now, but still have to take care not to overdo the stretching.

(And I've done today's session.)

[jilly27]

I'll be meeting my sister at the gym at some point today, I'm kind of at the mercy of her schedule unfortunately. I have a pretty good lower body workout planned. :evil:

Jilly

[bpm]

Thought I better report b/4 I feel the bite of the whip.:eek:
This AM was a bike ride wup and 10 minute stretching followed by an extended resistance UB wo. By extended I mean it wasn't all done in one block of time but spread out over several hours. The bands worked great and of course, my favorite - the isometrics.
Tomorrow, some LB along with several different iso exercises.
Still working on putting together maybe 5 to 7 exercises with the idea to have 3-4 routines to use on alternate days.

[Karole]

I've had a busy day today but did manage to get in 30 min. on the elliptical. Just finished in fact ---so I had to rush to the computer , knocking my hubby out of the way, stepping over his body, to report in to Shadow so she will think better of me.... somehow, someway she has got it into her head I am a goof off.:eek::confused::eek:

[Ammy]

I got a massage today on my low back...
I think I'll call it a resistance workout :p cause I sure tensed up my muscles as she worked out the kinks!

[Shadow]

I went in the other direction and had problems from being too flexible without the strength to match it. I work on both now, but still have to take care not to overdo the stretching.
Ah yes, we need balance in everything - including exercise :nod:! Unfortunately, some of us have a hard time finding a "happy medium" :lol:!

(And I've done today's session.)
Good for you :D!

[Shadow]

I'll second that statement! Before I was flexible, I was always pulling muscles.
Ah yes - I remember those days too ;)!

[Shadow]

I'll be meeting my sister at the gym at some point today, I'm kind of at the mercy of her schedule unfortunately. I have a pretty good lower body workout planned. :evil:
Your sister truly is a glutton for punishment, isn't she :p?

[Rhyme'n Reason]

I did my video workout again today. It's so gentle, it's hard to call it a workout. But...it's what I'm capable of at this point. Slow and steady to get to the goal. For some reason, maybe the stretching, I woke up sore all over this morning. It took some Advil and a hot shower to get me moving. Makes me a bit worried about what it's going to be like in a couple of weeks when I have to be at work by 8:00. Guess I'll keep working at it.

[Shadow]

Thought I better report b/4 I feel the bite of the whip.
Good plan :evil:!
This AM was a bike ride wup and 10 minute stretching followed by an extended resistance UB wo. By extended I mean it wasn't all done in one block of time but spread out over several hours. The bands worked great and of course, my favorite - the isometrics.
Way to go, Monty :D!
Tomorrow, some LB along with several different iso exercises.
Sounds good :nod:!
Still working on putting together maybe 5 to 7 exercises with the idea to have 3-4 routines to use on alternate days.
Fantastic :thumbsup:!

[Shadow]

I've had a busy day today but did manage to get in 30 min. on the elliptical.
Good girl :thumbsup:!
Just finished in fact ---so I had to rush to the computer , knocking my hubby out of the way, stepping over his body, to report in to Shadow so she will think better of me....
:lol: :lol: :lol:!!!!
somehow, someway she has got it into her head I am a goof off.
Hmmm - wonder how that happened :rolleyes: :suspicious: :rolleyes:?

[Shadow]

I got a massage today on my low back...
I think I'll call it a resistance workout :p cause I sure tensed up my muscles as she worked out the kinks!
Oh boy, Amy - the point is to loosen the muscles, not tighten them even more :eek: :lol:! Hope you're doing much better - and that you're still doing those gentle stretches after warming up for them ;).

[Shadow]

I did my video workout again today. It's so gentle, it's hard to call it a workout. But...it's what I'm capable of at this point.
And that is what counts, Ruth! Your exercise is all about YOU and what YOU can do and where YOU are at :). It's one time you can really be selfish - because it's all about YOU, not anyone else!
Slow and steady to get to the goal.
That's the best way, for sure! Just ask the hare :lol: ;)!
For some reason, maybe the stretching, I woke up sore all over this morning. It took some Advil and a hot shower to get me moving. Makes me a bit worried about what it's going to be like in a couple of weeks when I have to be at work by 8:00. Guess I'll keep working at it.
Yup - sounds like you need to ease back into that, too :slywink:.

[cshelia]

Week 2, program 1, phase 1, 20 mins, 1.03 miles, up to 6% incline, speed up to 3.5. Didn't feel like this workout was hard enough, but it is a program so I'm gonna stick with it a little longer. If I don't feel like it's hard enough in a few more workouts, I'll increase my speed and incline on my own. And looky looky, I did exercise 2 days in a row.:lol:

[gitfiddle]

---so I had to rush to the computer , knocking my hubby out of the way, stepping over his body, to report in to Shadow so she will think better of me.... You are such a hoot, Karole! :lol:

I went to the gym and managed to do everything I planned despite the crowd.

[Rhyme'n Reason]

Shadow, thanks for the encouragement. It's kind of hard to be 55 and working with what is essentially a senior citizens' video. I keep reminding myself that coming off 15 weeks of only walking to the bathroom is going to require patience, but it still makes me feel like a wuss.

And I decided today that to work on my walking endurance, I'll make daily trips to the grocery store and work on walking the perimeter--that's where all the good food is, anyway!

[jilly27]

Ruth you had a fairly serious injury, you'll have to be a bit patient with the recovery. Don't over do it and put yourself back in the recliner. :( (I've had 4 knee surgeries, I know that which I speak of :lol:)

Excellent workout tonight! Squats, lunges, leg presses etc, etc. :D

Jilly

[bpm]

Dear Shadow, a good start (and finish:D) today
First thing in the AM---- warm up on the ellipt and stretches using isos with little tension. about 15 minutes.
Later (after coffee) ----Chest, shoulders, upper back, triceps and biceps with the bands- Oh, also abwork and deep breathing.
The bands worked out great and the routine was over in about 22 minutes.
I was going to do some LB but the elliptical provides plenty of quad burn even at low resistance and speed.
So my marks are high today, right :nod: ?

[Shadow]

Week 2, program 1, phase 1, 20 mins, 1.03 miles, up to 6% incline, speed up to 3.5. Didn't feel like this workout was hard enough, but it is a program so I'm gonna stick with it a little longer. If I don't feel like it's hard enough in a few more workouts, I'll increase my speed and incline on my own.
Wonderful :D!
And looky looky, I did exercise 2 days in a row.:lol:
Way to go, Sheila :thumbsup:!

[Shadow]

Shadow, thanks for the encouragement.
That's what I'm here for :)!
It's kind of hard to be 55 and working with what is essentially a senior citizens' video. I keep reminding myself that coming off 15 weeks of only walking to the bathroom is going to require patience, but it still makes me feel like a wuss.
I understand how you can feel that way BUT feeling that way it doesn't make it true ;). 15 weeks is a long time and it's not fair to yourself OR your body to expect it to snap right back to it. You are doing what you can and that's what counts - now AND in the future! Each day will make you and your knee stronger and bring you closer to "normal" as long as you just take it slowly and safely :nod:.

And I decided today that to work on my walking endurance, I'll make daily trips to the grocery store and work on walking the perimeter--that's where all the good food is, anyway!
Great plan :D!

[Shadow]

Excellent workout tonight! Squats, lunges, leg presses etc, etc. :D

Jilly
Gosh, all my favorites :rolleyes: :lol: ;)! Great job, Jilly :D!

[Shadow]

Dear Shadow, a good start (and finish:D) today
First thing in the AM---- warm up on the ellipt and stretches using isos with little tension. about 15 minutes.
Later (after coffee) ----Chest, shoulders, upper back, triceps and biceps with the bands- Oh, also abwork and deep breathing.
Wahoo, Monty:) :) :)!
The bands worked out great and the routine was over in about 22 minutes.
:thumbsup:!
I was going to do some LB but the elliptical provides plenty of quad burn even at low resistance and speed.
Exactly :nod:!
So my marks are high today, right :nod: ?
You betcha :D!

[Shadow]

I went to the gym and managed to do everything I planned despite the crowd.
Good for you, Carol :thumbsup:!

[Karole]

Just finished a wonderful 3 hour horse back ride. Wow. It felt great to get out in the sun and fresh air. I may make it through winter after all.

[Mitra]

I did my exercise today too. Don't you think one of us should play truant tomorrow to keep Shadow on her toes?

[Shadow]

Just finished a wonderful 3 hour horse back ride. Wow. It felt great to get out in the sun and fresh air. I may make it through winter after all.
I'm pretty sure you'll survive if you just do your exercise ;) :p :razz: :lol:!

Good job on that ride, too :slywink:.....

[Shadow]

I did my exercise today too. Don't you think one of us should play truant tomorrow to keep Shadow on her toes?
No :mad: :angry: :suspicious:!!! Shame on you, Mitra, for giving her even more ideas when she comes up with ample on her own :eek:!!! Hmmmm - I might have to give you both demerits for that one :evil:!

[Rhyme'n Reason]

Not me--I'm not playing truant. I did my exercise video. My other project today was to go up and down the steps more often today in hopes of ending my having to use a bedside commode (no downstairs bathroom). So far, I'm 100% today. No more whining!

[Karole]

I did my exercise today too. Don't you think one of us should play truant tomorrow to keep Shadow on her toes?

I'll do it, I'll do it !! No sense in her having to watch so many of us . I'll take one on the chin for the good of all.

--nah, on second thought I'd better shape up for a while I guess, or she may ship me out to who knows where --to do who knows what as pennance (sp??)
She might even force me to do a push up or something tough like that.

(Shadow darling, I am planning a resistance workout tomorrow just for you.)

[Mitra]

Maybe we should be good for a bit longer, then it will be more of a surprise?

[Karole]

I like the way you think !!!!

[Shadow]

Not me--I'm not playing truant. I did my exercise video.
Good for you, Ruth :thumbsup:!!! I'm not worried about you - it's that Karole (and obviously Mitra, too :p ) who acts up ;).
My other project today was to go up and down the steps more often today in hopes of ending my having to use a bedside commode (no downstairs bathroom). So far, I'm 100% today. No more whining!
Awesome :D!!!!!

[Shadow]

I'll do it, I'll do it !! No sense in her having to watch so many of us . I'll take one on the chin for the good of all.

--nah, on second thought I'd better shape up for a while I guess, or she may ship me out to who knows where --to do who knows what as pennance (sp??)
She might even force me to do a push up or something tough like that.
You know.... when I get really angry.... I simply refuse to talk to someone. Imagine how lonely you'll feel.....

(Shadow darling, I am planning a resistance workout tomorrow just for you.)
As well you should :evil:!!!! You've got a lot of brown-nosing to do!

[Shadow]

Maybe we should be good for a bit longer, then it will be more of a surprise?
The two of you being good for any length of time will be more than enough of a surprise :lol: :p :D ;) :slywink: :razz:!

[cshelia]

I have had a rough day, so I'm not exercising tonight, but I will be tomorrow.

[Tyrone Bill]

I got some good stretching in this morning.

Everybody keep up the good work.

[Needlewoman]

I didn't do my tube work yesterday, so have just done both.

I really struggle with the lower body. I think my legs are stiff because I have only been able to go out of the house once in almost 4 weeks, and I really need to be able to loosen them up by walking regularly. The good news is that what is falling out of the sky now is wet, not frozen, and the frozen stuff on the ground is beginning to disappear, so it shouldn't be long now before I can get about.

[bpm]

Posted this with Carol this morning. Thought I'd share it.
I'm not a big beer drinker and haven't had but a few (can't remember really) since Sept. Last night at dinner, I ordered a favorite lite beer and took a few sips. It just didn't taste all that good :crybaby: Beer and exercise go together, right Shadow? The cabernet was just fine, however.:)
This morning unfolded as follows: 15 minute warmup and stretches, 20 minute resistance session with some LB and isometrics.
Have a good day.

[Shadow]

I have had a rough day, so I'm not exercising tonight, but I will be tomorrow.
Enjoy your rest, Sheila - sounds like you need it :)!

[Shadow]

I got some good stretching in this morning.

Everybody keep up the good work.
Hi, Bill :D! Way to go on that stretching :thumbsup:! Is the pain still under control? I hope so!

[Shadow]

I didn't do my tube work yesterday, so have just done both.
Good for you, NW :D!

I really struggle with the lower body. I think my legs are stiff because I have only been able to go out of the house once in almost 4 weeks, and I really need to be able to loosen them up by walking regularly.
Walking helps a lot :nod:. But ya know, there's no law against just walking through your house ;). A lot more ho-hum and not very challenging (unless you have stairs you can include in your circuits) but better than stiffening up. Or you could even put on some music or a movie and march in place for a while. Anything to keep the blood flowing.
The good news is that what is falling out of the sky now is wet, not frozen, and the frozen stuff on the ground is beginning to disappear, so it shouldn't be long now before I can get about.
That will be wonderful! Outside is always much better :).

[Shadow]

I'm not a big beer drinker and haven't had but a few (can't remember really) since Sept. Last night at dinner, I ordered a favorite lite beer and took a few sips. It just didn't taste all that good :crybaby:
I never have thought any beer - other than a dark German - ever tasted good. Of course, I was a lot younger then which may have been part of it's charm :lol:!
Beer and exercise go together, right Shadow?
Uh.... :suspicious:....
The cabernet was just fine, however.:)
I'll take your word on that :p.
This morning unfolded as follows: 15 minute warmup and stretches, 20 minute resistance session with some LB and isometrics.
Have a good day.
Much better than the exercise you did last night - bending the old elbow, ya know :slywink:!

[Tyrone Bill]

Hi Shadow pain is under control right now. I'm continuing with the morning stretching.

[Karole]

Okay did my upper and lower body resistance with bands for 17 min. this morning. I did them slowly and I think it was a lot better workout---at least I can feel it in my muscles more than with my dvd which rushes me along very quickly.

I plan some elliptical work for this afternoon too--just to pile it on so Shadow will notice my dilligence.

[jilly27]

At some point today, probably after dinner, sis and I will do an upper body workout. My legs are still feeling Tuesday's workout quite a bit. :)

I may end up at the gym on my own on the weekend, her schedule is even busier than usual and her husband is away so he can't help out at all. My nephew, he's nine, is in a hockey tournament that she'll be driving him back and forth to all weekend.

Jilly

[Rhyme'n Reason]

A little stiff and sore today, not sure why--but I did my exercise video. I'm thinking I may have overdone the steps and walking a bit yesterday, so today I'm taking things a little slower.

[Shadow]

Hi Shadow pain is under control right now. I'm continuing with the morning stretching.
I am so very glad it's under control, Bill :D!!! I'm sure all that stretching is helping :nod:! Even if it's not good for the pain, it's good for YOU, so.... :p

[Shadow]

A little stiff and sore today, not sure why--but I did my exercise video.
Good for you, Ruth! That will help break up the lactic acid :).
I'm thinking I may have overdone the steps and walking a bit yesterday, so today I'm taking things a little slower.
Sounds like a plan :nod:!

[Shadow]

Okay did my upper and lower body resistance with bands for 17 min. this morning.
Wow - I am impressed :p!
I did them slowly and I think it was a lot better workout---at least I can feel it in my muscles more than with my dvd which rushes me along very quickly.
Exactly - well done :thumbsup:! I wish instructors would realize it's not a race :eek:. Yes, a quicker pace is good for endurance BUT if you're going too fast, you risk bad form and are more susceptible to letting momentum instead of muscle actually do the move.

I plan some elliptical work for this afternoon too--just to pile it on so Shadow will notice my dilligence.
Uh huh :rolleyes:......

[Shadow]

At some point today, probably after dinner, sis and I will do an upper body workout. My legs are still feeling Tuesday's workout quite a bit. :)
Great plan, Jilly :D!

I may end up at the gym on my own on the weekend, her schedule is even busier than usual and her husband is away so he can't help out at all.
I'm sure you'll do a great workout, even without DS :)! Shoot, you'll probably practice dreaming up a killer workout FOR your DS upon her return :p!

[Karole]

Did a total of 15 min. on the elliptical this afternoon and may do more tonight ( I have so much to make up for, it seems)

[cshelia]

Came straight home and straight to the treadmill. 20 mins, up to 8% incline, speed up to 3.4, went 1 mile and burned 152 calories.

Today's walk worked me a little harder than last time, so maybe the program knows what it's doing.:) Or it could be it's Thursday and my body is more tired than it was Tuesday. IDK, either way, I felt it more today.

[gitfiddle]

Had a good upper body workout today followed by twenty minutes on the arc trainer. New machine (for me); you grab two handles in front of you and lift elbows up to shoulder level with pads. I tried it with light weight. I'm wondering if it will help strengthen parts of my range of motion that seem weak. Lifting something at arms length, like my gym bag into the back of my car.

I'll bet an exercise band would do it, too. Hmmmm!

[jilly27]

I'll bet an exercise band would do it, too. Hmmmm!


Free weights would do it too. :nod:;)

It was my upper body night too. Man those pushups on the bosu ball are tough! :)

Jilly

[gitfiddle]

Free weights would do it too. :nod:;)

Good point, Jilly. Don't let Shadow see this. She's been working on me for years to do free weights. Should I do one arm at a time or would it be better to do both arms together?

Hey! :jawDrop: Did SHE get you to tell me that? :suspicious: :razz:

[Shadow]

Did a total of 15 min. on the elliptical this afternoon and may do more tonight ( I have so much to make up for, it seems)
Well, you can't do it all in one day, silly woman :lol:! How about a LONG stretch of consistency instead ;)?

[jilly27]

Hey! :jawDrop: Did SHE get you to tell me that? :suspicious: :razz:


Nah, but I see her tease you about it all the time. :lol:

I prefer to do that type of exercise both arms at the same time. You can grab a couple of weights and lift to the front or to the sides, works the shoulder just a little bit differently. I do both. Good idea to watch yourself in the mirror to watch your form, try not to let your trapezius muscles do the work, ie: keep your shoulders down as you lift, not scrunched up by your head and don't go higher than shoulder level with your arms. :)

Jilly

[Shadow]

Came straight home and straight to the treadmill. 20 mins, up to 8% incline, speed up to 3.4, went 1 mile and burned 152 calories.

Today's walk worked me a little harder than last time, so maybe the program knows what it's doing.:) Or it could be it's Thursday and my body is more tired than it was Tuesday. IDK, either way, I felt it more today.
Good for you, Sheila :thumbsup:!

[Shadow]

Had a good upper body workout today followed by twenty minutes on the arc trainer. New machine (for me); you grab two handles in front of you and lift elbows up to shoulder level with pads. I tried it with light weight. I'm wondering if it will help strengthen parts of my range of motion that seem weak. Lifting something at arms length, like my gym bag into the back of my car.

I'll bet an exercise band would do it, too. Hmmmm!

Good for you trying something new, Carol!

Bands are good :nod:.

But as you and Jilly are discussing, you KNOW my favorite choice by now :razz:..... See - it's not just me ;)!

[Shadow]

Free weights would do it too.
You tell her, Jilly :D!

It was my upper body night too. Man those pushups on the bosu ball are tough!
Boy, you rock, Jilly! I can NOT do pushups on a stability ball or exercise ball so I'm pretty sure I'd be no good at a Bosu, either :o....

[Shadow]

Good point, Jilly. Don't let Shadow see this. She's been working on me for years to do free weights. Should I do one arm at a time or would it be better to do both arms together?

I prefer to do that type of exercise both arms at the same time. You can grab a couple of weights and lift to the front or to the sides, works the shoulder just a little bit differently. I do both. Good idea to watch yourself in the mirror to watch your form, try not to let your trapezius muscles do the work, ie: keep your shoulders down as you lift, not scrunched up by your head and don't go higher than shoulder level with your arms.
Yeah - what she said :D!

But since you have a band and you're just not too comfortable learning free weights on your own, you can do what Jilly describes by centering your band under your feet and then lifting that to the front or to the sides. However, you know very well I strongly recommend using that mirror to watch your form no matter which option you try! Form is everything :).

BTW - until you get stronger, you may find it easier and more comfortable to keep a 90 degree bend in the elbow going out to the side. The straighter the arm, the lighter the load, okay :)?

[bpm]

Dear Shadow- re: bending my elbow. I am a mere "shadow" of my former self when I too loved the dark, heavy brews as did you.
AM workout w very light wts after 15 mins of stretching. Will take the wkend off as I find 5 days to be a bit much.
The exercising is definitely having an effect as DW is telling me (constantly) that I have less of a rear end which means none. Shopping for new jeans seem to be on the horizon. Shadow's fault :D

[gitfiddle]

BTW - until you get stronger, you may find it easier and more comfortable to keep a 90 degree bend in the elbow going out to the side. The straighter the arm, the lighter the load, okay :)?Gotcha, Boss. ;)

Thank you, too, Jilly! :cool:

[Shadow]

Dear Shadow- re: bending my elbow. I am a mere "shadow" of my former self when I too loved the dark, heavy brews as did you.
We probably liked them because of all the sugars, huh ;) :p?
AM workout w very light wts after 15 mins of stretching. Will take the wkend off as I find 5 days to be a bit much.
Very good :)!!! It is so important we listen to our bodies (as opposed to listening to our minds ;) ).
The exercising is definitely having an effect as DW is telling me (constantly) that I have less of a rear end which means none. Shopping for new jeans seem to be on the horizon. Shadow's fault :D
Okay - you can blame it on me :D! But just remember - YOU are the one doing all the work :slywink:!

[Shadow]

Oh boy.... you guys are gonna make me start calling some names here to get reports from everyone else :suspicious:?????

Amy - How's it going? Are you feeling any better?

Adina - It is now Friday so I know you're done with those tests. Now how about the exercise?

Martha - Where in the heck are you?????? I'll just bet Buddy has been telling you to get here for a long time, now!!!!

Mitra - Are you still doing today's session?

Ruth - What are you up to today?

Bill - Hope you're still doing okay and getting that stretching done!

Sheila - I'll bet you hopped on that treadmill right after work, didn't you?

[Mitra]

Oh boy.... you guys are gonna make me start calling some names here to get reports from everyone else :suspicious:?????

Have you always been so suspicious, or is it the company you keep?

Mitra - Are you still doing today's session?

No, I'm all finished for today, and for the week.

[Shadow]

Have you always been so suspicious, or is it the company you keep?
I think it's from hanging around this bunch :razz:!



No, I'm all finished for today, and for the week.
Good for you :D! I knew you'd do it ;)!

[cshelia]

You bet I did. I get home around 4pm and that's why I'm always so late to post.

Treadmill, 20 mins, up to 8% incline, speed up to 3.3, 1.02 miles and burned 157 calories. The incline stayed up between 6 and 8 just about the whole time, whew I'm wore out.:lol:

[Rhyme'n Reason]

Well, what I'm up to is recovering from being at school from 10:00-5:00. I didn't do my exercise video, but I did walk around the school quite a bit, so I'm kind of tired. I think I have about another week before I'm released back to school, meaning I really need to work on being up and around for an entire day.

[Karole]

Hi, I forgot to report my 20 min. on the elliptical for today. I'll do some resistance tomorrow, probably with bands. sigh

[Tyrone Bill]

Stretching before breakfast. I tried a 5 minute walk using my walker after breakfast. A bit on the painful side and I only lasted about 3 minutes. but I'm going to try it a couple times a week to see what happens.

[gitfiddle]

Hello! I did lower body today with 10 mins on the arc trainer and ten on the rowing machine. I finished up with FREE WEIGHTS (did you catch that, ma'am?;)) of 5# in each hand doing the motion that lifts my bags and instruments into the car. It's just a start because my guitar case is at least thirty pounds. :rolleyes:

[jilly27]

Bill 3 minutes is fabulous! :thumbsup: And the really great thing is that it will just get easier as you get stronger and lighter.


I finished up with FREE WEIGHTS (did you catch that, ma'am?;)) of 5# in each hand doing the motion that lifts my bags and instruments into the car. It's just a start because my guitar case is at least thirty pounds. :rolleyes:

It's a great start Carole! :D You'll be amazed at how quickly you will gain strength and be able to increase the weight you use. (I will of course add in the usual caveat of not over doing it, at least a day or two of rest for any muscle group between workouts) You could do it with a medicine ball too, that would imitate holding something a bit heavier with both hands to lift it, ie: a guitar. :)

My sister just can't make it to the gym this weekend so we've planned for Monday. I have time though so I'm going to sneak in a workout today, I'll do full body but skip calves as they're still a bit twingey from Tuesday. :o

Jilly

[gitfiddle]

You could do it with a medicine ball too, that would imitate holding something a bit heavier with both hands to lift it, ie: a guitar. :)Thanks, Jilly. Actually, the uncased guitar is no problem. When the wooden case comes into play it gets a little heavy and I'm carrying it with one hand, lifting and swinging it through doorways and up into the back seat of the car. Add a couple heavy bags and another instrument and it gets more interesting. I could make it in two trips, usually, but I'm lazy. Or is it efficient? ;) Anyway, I noticed a bit of weakness with that upward/right move. I can't even tell what muscle combination I'm talking about, so I'll just do the same move with the weights.

[cshelia]

Whew, just finished my walk on the treadmill. 30 mins, up to 10% incline(4 or 5 mins, thought I was gonna die:lol:), speed up to 3.4, went 1.57 miles and burned 256 calories. Today's workout kicked my hinny. I honestly didn't think I was gonna make it through. I kept thinking that there is no way I can do this for weeks on end, but I made it through, and will have to push through the next time too.:D

The Ifit programs have 3 phases, with 8 weeks of workouts on each one. But it's 3 workouts per week, so I'll probably finish them before the 8 weeks, cause I'm gonna do them 4 or 5 times a week. I'm on phase 1, week 3, workout 1, for a total of 7 workouts so far.

I was going to take a break tomorrow, but hubby wants to go hiking if it's nice out, so I probably will workout tomorrow.

[Needlewoman]

Walking helps a lot :nod:. But ya know, there's no law against just walking through your house ;).
You haven't seen our house!

I have tried indoor walking in the past, and apart from being as boring as h***, there isn't the space to walk more than a few steps before having to negotiate furniture or a doorway. I just couldn't get a rhythm going and I didn't feel any benefit from it.

Anyway the wet stuff has been coming down by the bucketful all day, but that means that all frozen leftovers have gone. It is supposed to be dry tomorrow and I have booked DH to accompany me for a walk down to the local shops.

[Karole]

Did an 18 min. brisk walk with my dh this afternoon and 10 min. upper body workout with tubes as well. sigh

[jilly27]

Made it to the gym after the car repairs. I needed some stress relief by then.... Car repairs are not complete yet unfortunately. :peeved:

Workout was good, even did a bit of extra ab work, I know I don't do enough of that. Tomorrow I may jump on the eliptical for a bit just to loosen up.

Jilly

[Tyrone Bill]

I did my stretching this morning. Overall I had a pretty good day. My pain level was down.
I'm planning on trying a little walk again tomorrow.

[Shadow]

You bet I did. I get home around 4pm and that's why I'm always so late to post.
I knew I could count on you :nod:!

Treadmill, 20 mins, up to 8% incline, speed up to 3.3, 1.02 miles and burned 157 calories. The incline stayed up between 6 and 8 just about the whole time, whew I'm wore out.:lol:
No wonder! Awesome job :thumbsup:!

[Shadow]

You haven't seen our house!

I have tried indoor walking in the past, and apart from being as boring as h***, there isn't the space to walk more than a few steps before having to negotiate furniture or a doorway. I just couldn't get a rhythm going and I didn't feel any benefit from it.
Ah yes - some houses are like that :nod:. But still, up and moving beats sitting ;).... Don't rule out doing something a la Leslie Sansome (but you could do it with music & not Leslie herself :p ). I've resorted to her in a pinch and it only takes enough room to walk in place :).

Anyway the wet stuff has been coming down by the bucketful all day, but that means that all frozen leftovers have gone. It is supposed to be dry tomorrow and I have booked DH to accompany me for a walk down to the local shops.
Awesome :D! Nothing beats getting outdoors for some sunshine & fresh air - especially if it also entails lugging the DH out to help with the chores :lol:!

[Shadow]

Well, what I'm up to is recovering from being at school from 10:00-5:00. I didn't do my exercise video, but I did walk around the school quite a bit, so I'm kind of tired.
I'm sure you got plenty of walking in for that knee!!!
I think I have about another week before I'm released back to school, meaning I really need to work on being up and around for an entire day.
It will take time - so just work on it a bit every day you can, okay :)? We certainly don't want you jumping into it all at once :eek:!

[Shadow]

Hi, I forgot to report my 20 min. on the elliptical for today. I'll do some resistance tomorrow, probably with bands. sigh
You'll actually enjoy it once you get to it, ya know ;). You resist enough with the mind - it'll do you good to resist with the body for a change :razz:!

[Shadow]

Stretching before breakfast. I tried a 5 minute walk using my walker after breakfast. A bit on the painful side and I only lasted about 3 minutes. but I'm going to try it a couple times a week to see what happens.
Oh wow, Bill, 3 minutes is awesome :thumbsup: :D :thumbsup: :D!!!!!!!! Keep in mind, slow and steady wins the race :nod:!

[Shadow]

Hello! I did lower body today with 10 mins on the arc trainer and ten on the rowing machine. I finished up with FREE WEIGHTS (did you catch that, ma'am?;)) of 5# in each hand doing the motion that lifts my bags and instruments into the car.
Wahoooooooo :D :D :D!!!!!!!!! Did you really think I'd miss THAT????? Well done!!!!
It's just a start because my guitar case is at least thirty pounds. :rolleyes:
Uh... it might take a week or two to get there, ya know ;)...

[Shadow]

My sister just can't make it to the gym this weekend so we've planned for Monday. I have time though so I'm going to sneak in a workout today, I'll do full body but skip calves as they're still a bit twingey from Tuesday. :o

Jilly
Great job, Jilly :D :thumbsup: :D!!!!

[Shadow]

Whew, just finished my walk on the treadmill. 30 mins, up to 10% incline(4 or 5 mins, thought I was gonna die:lol:), speed up to 3.4, went 1.57 miles and burned 256 calories. Today's workout kicked my hinny. I honestly didn't think I was gonna make it through. I kept thinking that there is no way I can do this for weeks on end, but I made it through, and will have to push through the next time too.:D
There you go - what a winning attitude :thumbsup:!!!! It will get easier, honest :)! Fantastic job not giving up :D!

The Ifit programs have 3 phases, with 8 weeks of workouts on each one. But it's 3 workouts per week, so I'll probably finish them before the 8 weeks, cause I'm gonna do them 4 or 5 times a week. I'm on phase 1, week 3, workout 1, for a total of 7 workouts so far.
Wow - you're moving right along!

I was going to take a break tomorrow, but hubby wants to go hiking if it's nice out, so I probably will workout tomorrow.
What an awesome change of pace to be able to go outside - especially if there's a touch of romance involved, too ;)!

[Shadow]

Did an 18 min. brisk walk with my dh this afternoon and 10 min. upper body workout with tubes as well. sigh
Oh come on and admit it - you felt good after that upper body work, didn't you :p?!?!?!?!

[Shadow]

Made it to the gym after the car repairs. I needed some stress relief by then.... Car repairs are not complete yet unfortunately. :peeved:
Uh oh - that doesn't sound good :(! What a great motivator for a hard workout!

Workout was good, even did a bit of extra ab work, I know I don't do enough of that. Tomorrow I may jump on the eliptical for a bit just to loosen up.
I'm sure it was a splendid workout! Oh gosh - the elliptical - the fun just never ends for you, does it :p :lol:?

[Shadow]

I did my stretching this morning. Overall I had a pretty good day. My pain level was down.
That's great news, Bill :D!
I'm planning on trying a little walk again tomorrow.
Awesome :thumbsup:!