Movers & Shakers - January 24-30

[Shadow]

Wow - the last full week of January already :eek:!

Rev your engines, everyone, and let's end the month with some gusto :D!!!

What are you doing this week - and what small change are you going to make to shake it up :)?

[cshelia]

Ifit treadmill, 30 mins, up to 7% incline, speed up to 3.5, went 1.57 miles and burned 242 calories.


I woke up at 2 am today. My grandson is sick and he woke up crying, and I couldn't go back to sleep. So I got my grocery shopping done and then I worked out.:D

I'm down 2.8lbs:D:D:D

[bpm]

Just checkin' in Dear Shadow.... Resistance wo yesterday- today maybe some hiit
A quote for you
Every time I hear the dirty word 'exercise',
I wash my mouth out with chocolate.

[Needlewoman]

My headache and shivers went away with a sleep on Friday afternoon. This house has been football crazy (soccer variety) this weekend. There have been 2 live FA Cup games on TV each of Sat and Sun, the 'regular' league game to listen to on the radio, AND as if that wasn't enough, one of the subscription channels has been showing Continental games free of charge as a lure to get suckers to sign up :eek::eek::eek: I retreated to the kitchen for a marathon cleaning session yesterday to keep my sanity, but have been rewarded by a leg that looks as though I have got elephantiasis, presumably because I was on it so much :mad:

Nevertheless, I intend to do my resistance tube work M-W-F, but I will try out the sitting version. The sooner I get this fat off the less my leg should react this way.

[Karole]

Sorry to hear your leg is giving you fits Needle! Feel better soon.

I used my tubes and did 15 min. upper body this morning. Now I'm taking a break from working on our taxes. Yuck, no way to spend a Sunday.

[Shadow]

Ifit treadmill, 30 mins, up to 7% incline, speed up to 3.5, went 1.57 miles and burned 242 calories.
Good for you, Sheila! That probably required a lot less energy than the grandchildren, huh :p?


I woke up at 2 am today. My grandson is sick and he woke up crying, and I couldn't go back to sleep. So I got my grocery shopping done and then I worked out.:D
I hope your DGS feels better soon!!!! AND that you get more sleep tonight ;). But WELL DONE on taking advantage of the situation :D!

I'm down 2.8lbs
Wow - you just keep on going, don't you :eek:! You ROCK :thumbsup:!

[Shadow]

Just checkin' in Dear Shadow.... Resistance wo yesterday- today maybe some hiit
Much better than yesterday, Monty ;)!
A quote for you
Every time I hear the dirty word 'exercise',
I wash my mouth out with chocolate.:lol:!

[Shadow]

My headache and shivers went away with a sleep on Friday afternoon.
That's great, NW :D!
This house has been football crazy (soccer variety) this weekend. There have been 2 live FA Cup games on TV each of Sat and Sun, the 'regular' league game to listen to on the radio, AND as if that wasn't enough, one of the subscription channels has been showing Continental games free of charge as a lure to get suckers to sign up. I retreated to the kitchen for a marathon cleaning session yesterday to keep my sanity, but have been rewarded by a leg that looks as though I have got elephantiasis, presumably because I was on it so much.
I don't blame you for the cleaning marathon - listening to all those sports would've driven me to worse things, I think :p! I am very sorry that your leg is acting up, though :(!

Nevertheless, I intend to do my resistance tube work M-W-F, but I will try out the sitting version.
Great determination :thumbsup:!!!!!! That's the way to work though the situation :nod:! Well done!!!!
The sooner I get this fat off the less my leg should react this way.
Exactly :nod:!

[Shadow]

I used my tubes and did 15 min. upper body this morning.
Good girl :D!
Now I'm taking a break from working on our taxes. Yuck, no way to spend a Sunday.
I agree - but precisely what I have planned, too :rolleyes:.....

[jilly27]

Well I'm feeling a bit tender all over today. :lol: But the subfloor is done and I managed to up my squatting weight. :D I will try to get on the elip. later or at least play some ping pong. (our style of play is pretty active, we go after everything, whether it hits the table or not, I usually work up a bit of sweat even)

It's pouring rain again so indoor sports are the way to go today.

Every time I read about Randy's dodge ball I think I should find out if we have any around here, it sounds like a lot of fun. The kind of thing where you don't even realize you're getting exercise. :)

Keep up the good work everyone,

Jilly

[Shadow]

Well I'm feeling a bit tender all over today. :lol: But the subfloor is done and I managed to up my squatting weight. :D I will try to get on the elip. later or at least play some ping pong. (our style of play is pretty active, we go after everything, whether it hits the table or not, I usually work up a bit of sweat even)
The ping pong sounds like a lot more fun than the elliptical ;).

[Karole]

Just after extra credit-- I just completed 20 min. on the elliptical.

[Tyrone Bill]

Morning all! I've been AWOL for a day or two. But I have been keeping up on my stretching. The walking hasn't been so good. There's a lot pain going on when I do attempt it. But I'm not about to give up yet. I'll keep trying till my February appointment.

Everbody have a good day!!

[bpm]

Dearest Shadow,
A shock this morning - up 2 # :peeved:... for no good reason:confused: other than I have not been able to get in the walks (crappy weather) and stopped the HIIT workouts. So I'm targeting the reduced activity (even tho I faithfully follow the resistance workouts and diet.)
This morning- warmup and stretching, hiit on elliptical, moderate pace on bike, resistance with bands and free weights. This will be the schedule for the rest of the week with variations.
BTW- noticed pants were getting tite so I weighed in a week early.

[Shadow]

Just after extra credit-- I just completed 20 min. on the elliptical.
Wow :eek:! Hmmm - let me think about it :slywink:.

BTW - what brand elliptical do you have?

[Shadow]

Morning all! I've been AWOL for a day or two. But I have been keeping up on my stretching. The walking hasn't been so good. There's a lot pain going on when I do attempt it. But I'm not about to give up yet. I'll keep trying till my February appointment.
Good for you, Bill :thumbsup:! I'm sorry it's painful but I am proud of you and impressed that you're still working at it! You rock!!!!

[Shadow]

Dearest Shadow,
A shock this morning - up 2 # :peeved:... for no good reason:confused: other than I have not been able to get in the walks (crappy weather) and stopped the HIIT workouts. So I'm targeting the reduced activity (even tho I faithfully follow the resistance workouts and diet.)
Dear Monty - you know fluctuations DO exist for various reasons and sometimes for no apparent reason at all, don't you :)? I personally don't think missing the cardio did it unless you ate more instead of walking. I am doing a training system where I take a week off between mesocycles (every 4 weeks) and my weight usually goes down during those rest weeks. So don't get too radical, okay?
This morning- warmup and stretching, hiit on elliptical, moderate pace on bike, resistance with bands and free weights. This will be the schedule for the rest of the week with variations.
Sounds good :thumbsup:!
BTW- noticed pants were getting tite so I weighed in a week early.
Are you sure nothing else has changed? You're still drinking as much water, not eating any more salt, still eating the exact same - absolutely no changes whatsoever besides not walking?

However - I DO know how upsetting those 2# are :(. That's why I am NOT a scale fanatic!! I've had it ruin entirely too many days ;).... My clothes let me know when I need to knuckle under and start paying more attention :nod:.

[Claudette]

Hi, y'all,
Son and dtr in law and grandbaby, have gone.:(
Bronchitis finally has also gone. :) It is such a bummer to try any exercise coughing every breath.

Today, some Callanetics from her book for my abds/waist.
Tonight, scheduled for 1st thing when I hit the house, a walk the hills in my neighborhood. Alternate plan, if raining, aiming for 15 minutes on the mini-trampoline, (starting building up my time again).

When I hit the exercise the first thing after I get home, then I have no excuses and won't allow myself to eat anything or start dinner till it's done.

Have a great day, all.

[Karole]

Hi all, still trying to save all my heretofore earned brownie points (Shadow said there is only one as per her count) but I'm sure she has just misplaced a couple of them .:rolleyes:

Anyway, I did a 20 min stretch on my elliptical machine so I am out to earn more....oh forgot, it wasn't resistance so maybe not !:eek::eek:

Shadow my elliptical is a Body by Jake --one that I've had for several years. I can set the thing to increase the level of difficulty if I want to ( However, I do not):tongue: It gives my legs a good work out just where it is at.

Byee for now. I'm off again to hit the tax work.

[bpm]

ShadowQUOTE]Are you sure nothing else has changed? You're still drinking as much water, not eating any more salt, still eating the exact same - absolutely no changes whatsoever besides not walking?
[/QUOTE]
It must be the salt intake has caused some water retention...with all the games and golf on this weekend, there were salted nuts (very few), chili soup with extra beef and few beans, fried chicken from store. When I looked up the last 3 days I realized all the sodium in these foods. I will wait til Monday to weigh in again. What PO's me is my expectation was to lose 5# this month. @#&**#@.
OK- tired of whining and ready to suck it up.
All is well- the sun has just now peeked thru for the first time since mid week.

[Shadow]

Hi, y'all,
Son and dtr in law and grandbaby, have gone.:(
How quiet things must seem now :eek:!
Bronchitis finally has also gone. :) It is such a bummer to try any exercise coughing every breath.
Oh yes indeed - I'm definitely glad THAT is gone :thumbsup:!

Today, some Callanetics from her book for my abds/waist.
Tonight, scheduled for 1st thing when I hit the house, a walk the hills in my neighborhood. Alternate plan, if raining, aiming for 15 minutes on the mini-trampoline, (starting building up my time again).
Sounds like a great plan :D!

When I hit the exercise the first thing after I get home, then I have no excuses and won't allow myself to eat anything or start dinner till it's done.
Ah yes - the promise of food has lured me into doing many unwanted things :lol:!

[Shadow]

Hi all, still trying to save all my heretofore earned brownie points (Shadow said there is only one as per her count) but I'm sure she has just misplaced a couple of them .:rolleyes:
Dream on :lol:!

Anyway, I did a 20 min stretch on my elliptical machine so I am out to earn more....oh forgot, it wasn't resistance so maybe not !:eek::eek:
Resistance does count for more :nod:!

Shadow my elliptical is a Body by Jake --one that I've had for several years. I can set the thing to increase the level of difficulty if I want to ( However, I do not):tongue: It gives my legs a good work out just where it is at.
Hmmm - is his product line still around? Anyway, maybe some day that resistance will need reset, right ;)?

Byee for now. I'm off again to hit the tax work.
Oh boy....

[Mitra]

It was close but I did manage to squeeze in some exercise today. I finally decided I couldn't face being behind right from the start of the week.

[Shadow]

It was close but I did manage to squeeze in some exercise today. I finally decided I couldn't face being behind right from the start of the week.That is a good motivator, isn't it :p?

[Shadow]

It must be the salt intake has caused some water retention...with all the games and golf on this weekend, there were salted nuts (very few), chili soup with extra beef and few beans, fried chicken from store. When I looked up the last 3 days I realized all the sodium in these foods. I will wait til Monday to weigh in again. What PO's me is my expectation was to lose 5# this month. @#&**#@.
The best-laid plans.... But see, aren't you happy you thought about it and now have a pretty good idea what really added those pounds ;)?
OK- tired of whining and ready to suck it up.
Huh - I was beginning to think you were oblivious to the trouble you were in :eek:!
All is well- the sun has just now peeked thru for the first time since mid week.
Sunshine definitely makes things brighter :D!

[cshelia]

My daughter and her family got moved out of my house yesterday, they lived here for a year, and it is sooooo quite now. I miss them though, but do enjoy the quite.

Ifit treadmill, week 5, 30 mins, up to 10% incline, speed up to 3.5, went 1.58 miles and burned 250 calories.:D

[gitfiddle]

Hi! Upper body today with no fly/delt. My shoulder feels stronger, I noticed. Twenty minutes on the arc trainer.

[bpm]

First again?? hate when that happens
Warm up on the bike, stretches and resistance for UB, Hiit on the elliptical (6 yo nordic trak).
Waiting for a new resistance band with higher resistance.
Have a good morning.

[Karole]

Hi, Monty, aren't we glad we did our duty already and can rest on our laurels now? ( We have to rest on our laurels cuz the Shadow has been working our tushes off.)

I just finished up my 15 min. dvd workout for both upper and lower body. I feel better, the sun is shining here for a while at least, tho my dh says it is really cold out there with the wind blowing so. One of these days winter will be behind us and I can't wait !!

[Needlewoman]

I did my sitting tube workout yesterday, but (and Karole should look away now ;), sorry for letting the side down) I didn't find it challenging enough :eek::eek: Obviously I am not as decrepit as I thought I was :D

So it is back to the regular ones.
Squats are no problem. I don't understand how the tube adds resistance but my legs feel it afterwards so something must be happening. I cannot do lunges though. Apart from the balance issues I mentioned, because my foot is encased in one of these http://www.vmmarketing.co.uk/lower1.htm#foot (click on the camera beside Achilles), I cannot get my right leg low enough when it is the one at the back. I think I will just have to leave those out of the regular workout.

[Shadow]

My daughter and her family got moved out of my house yesterday, they lived here for a year, and it is sooooo quite now. I miss them though, but do enjoy the quite.
Wow, Sheila, that's a big change!!! I'll bet it does seem quiet now :nod:!

Ifit treadmill, week 5, 30 mins, up to 10% incline, speed up to 3.5, went 1.58 miles and burned 250 calories.:D
Wow - 10% is the steepest you've done so far, right??? You are doing great :D!

[Shadow]

Hi! Upper body today with no fly/delt. My shoulder feels stronger, I noticed. Twenty minutes on the arc trainer.
Good work, Carol :thumbsup:!!!!

[Shadow]

First again?? hate when that happens
Ah - but the early bird gets the worm ;)! Maybe not so appealing for us - but if you're a bird I'm sure it's a great thing :lol:!
Warm up on the bike, stretches and resistance for UB, Hiit on the elliptical (6 yo nordic trak).
Good for you - and thanks for the info :D!!!
Waiting for a new resistance band with higher resistance.
Awesome :thumbsup:!
Have a good morning.
You, too, Monty :)!

[Shadow]

Hi, Monty, aren't we glad we did our duty already and can rest on our laurels now? ( We have to rest on our laurels cuz the Shadow has been working our tushes off.)
Huh - just 'cause the exercise is finished doesn't mean the work is done :evil:!!! Get off those laurels and keep moving, woman!

I just finished up my 15 min. dvd workout for both upper and lower body.
Good girl :D!
I feel better, the sun is shining here for a while at least, tho my dh says it is really cold out there with the wind blowing so. One of these days winter will be behind us and I can't wait !!
I am so glad you're feeling better :thumbsup:!!!

[Shadow]

I did my sitting tube workout yesterday, but (and Karole should look away now, sorry for letting the side down) I didn't find it challenging enough. Obviously I am not as decrepit as I thought I was
That's great, Needle :D :D :D!!!!!!!!!!!! Doesn't that just brighten you day????

So it is back to the regular ones.
Sounds that way :nod:.
Squats are no problem. I don't understand how the tube adds resistance but my legs feel it afterwards so something must be happening. I cannot do lunges though. Apart from the balance issues I mentioned, because my foot is encased in one of these http://www.vmmarketing.co.uk/lower1.htm#foot (click on the camera beside Achilles), I cannot get my right leg low enough when it is the one at the back. I think I will just have to leave those out of the regular workout.
Just do extra squats - they are a great overall leg exercise :). In time, you'll be able to start with static lunges holding onto a chair for balance - but that will wait until you feel strong enough and that foot is behaving itself ;).

[gitfiddle]

I forgot to mention that today will be my rest day instead of Wednesday because I have a haircut appointment and some errands to run. I'll probably do lower body tomorrow and upper again on Thursday. I'll make Friday another rest day (music jam) and try to get something done on Saturday.

I just don't want you to call my name again in that tone of voice! :eek:

[jilly27]

I better check in before Shadow uses that tone with me too. :lol: Yesterday was a complete write off for various reasons, but today is a new day and I will be meeting sis at the gym in the afternoon. Upper body today, I need to come up with something new.....

Jilly

[Shadow]

I forgot to mention that today will be my rest day instead of Wednesday because I have a haircut appointment and some errands to run. I'll probably do lower body tomorrow and upper again on Thursday. I'll make Friday another rest day (music jam) and try to get something done on Saturday.

I just don't want you to call my name again in that tone of voice! :eek:
Wise woman :D :D :D! You know how antsy I can get :tongue: :lol:!

[Shadow]

I better check in before Shadow uses that tone with me too. :lol:
My mother taught me well ;)!
Yesterday was a complete write off for various reasons, but today is a new day and I will be meeting sis at the gym in the afternoon. Upper body today, I need to come up with something new.....
Sounds great! I can't wait to hear what devious torture you come up with :evil:!

[Mal Lady]

Hi Shadow and all!!!!

I am happy to report that I dug out my "Walk Aerobics" tape, had DH copy it to DVD, and did as much of it as I could. (15 minutes)!:eek: Actually, it was about 10 minutes more than I thought I could do.:o
But, I plan on doing it every day and get through all 30 minutes as soon as I can. Something is better than nothing and at least I have started something. I have started to do some arm exercises using 3 lb. weights. I do those during commercials at night when I'm watching TV. So, I'm getting in 3 sets of 10 reps each arm - with doing 5 different ways - using different muscle groups. I am just happy to be able to report that I am doing something instead of nothing.:cool:

Just going easy at first - it's been awhile - use the whip gently!;)

Sharon

[Shadow]

Hi Shadow and all!!!!
Welcome back, Sharon :D!

I am happy to report that I dug out my "Walk Aerobics" tape, had DH copy it to DVD, and did as much of it as I could. (15 minutes)!:eek: Actually, it was about 10 minutes more than I thought I could do.:o
That's awesome :thumbsup:!!!
But, I plan on doing it every day and get through all 30 minutes as soon as I can. Something is better than nothing and at least I have started something.
Exactly :nod:! Getting started is the hardest so you're already over the hump ;)!
I have started to do some arm exercises using 3 lb. weights. I do those during commercials at night when I'm watching TV. So, I'm getting in 3 sets of 10 reps each arm - with doing 5 different ways - using different muscle groups. I am just happy to be able to report that I am doing something instead of nothing.:cool:
That really IS a great thing to report!!! I am so very pleased to know you're taking advantage of those weights AND commercial breaks!

Just going easy at first - it's been awhile - use the whip gently!;)
I would definitely rather have you ease into it than start all gung ho that you end up either too sore to continue or burned out from the get-go! So, well done, Sharon!!!!!!!!

[Ammy]

*** peeking head it ****

While I was sitting on my butt in a fish house for two and half days, I didn't get much exercise...but we did go for a walk each day. One day we went for distance on smooth icy surfaces and another day we trudged through icy snow, breaking it with every step (man did that raise my heartrate!!).
Munday I walked at the Mall of America. Not as much as I hoped, but I did some.
Other than that...my exercise world has been slim..........
Too busy using my brain to use my body. Yep, that's my excuse and I'm sticking to it!
:D

[cshelia]

Hey Shadow, I have actually gotten up to 10% a few times, just not for very long at a time. 10% is as high as my treadmill goes, but right now it is enough.

Ifit treadmill, 30 mins, up to 9% incline, speed up to 3.5, went 1.60 miles and burned 249 calories.

[Shadow]

*** peeking head it ****
Girl - where have you been :eek: :eek: :eek:????????? You've gotta stop messing with me like that!!!

While I was sitting on my butt in a fish house for two and half days, I didn't get much exercise...but we did go for a walk each day. One day we went for distance on smooth icy surfaces and another day we trudged through icy snow, breaking it with every step (man did that raise my heartrate!!).
Ah yes - walking on crunchy snow is a great workout :nod:!
Munday I walked at the Mall of America. Not as much as I hoped, but I did some.
Some is always better than none ;).
Other than that...my exercise world has been slim..........
Sigh.... :( ......
Too busy using my brain to use my body. Yep, that's my excuse and I'm sticking to it!
:suspicious: You really don't think I'm buying it, do you :peeved:?

[Shadow]

Hey Shadow, I have actually gotten up to 10% a few times, just not for very long at a time. 10% is as high as my treadmill goes, but right now it is enough.
Sorry - I try to pay close attention :o.... Anyway, I think 10% is awesome for any length of time :thumbsup:!!!

Ifit treadmill, 30 mins, up to 9% incline, speed up to 3.5, went 1.60 miles and burned 249 calories.
Great walking, Sheila :D!

[cshelia]

Sorry - I try to pay close attention :o.... Anyway, I think 10% is awesome for any length of time :thumbsup:!!!


Great walking, Sheila :D!

That's ok Shadow, I know you keep your eye on a lot of people, and it's hard to remember every little thing said. I do appreciate your responses, they give me encouragement and accountability. YOU ROCK:D:D:D

Sometimes I think to myself that walking isn't enough, but then I get on that treadmill and it kicks my booty, so I know it's enough.:)

[Tyrone Bill]

Early morning stretch and worked on some meal plans. Made a stab at walking with not much success this time! Ay, maybe next try.

[jilly27]

I didn't come up with anything really devious, but it was a good workout all the same. I've been mixing a bit more ab stuff into the middle of our workouts as I found my sister lost motivation to do them by the end of the workout. She's not very fond of the 'kayaker' exercise I have put in. :lol:

My theory has always been that the more difficult an exercise is to do, the better it must be for me. ;)

Jilly

[Martha]

it's safe Amy checked in, so quick while Shadow's busy...I'll check in...great to see you guys. I'm still crazy busy too, but at least I'm getting at least 40 min brisk walk, everyday. We're all sharing the Buddy long walk, so sometimes it's me, but mostly not. I hope to get a ride in this weekend if it stays warm. Can't wait for the time change.

[Tyrone Bill]

Hi Folks! Hope everybody has a good day.

Early morning stretch and some leg raises.

[Shadow]

That's ok Shadow, I know you keep your eye on a lot of people, and it's hard to remember every little thing said. I do appreciate your responses, they give me encouragement and accountability. YOU ROCK
Ah - thanks, Sheila :D :o :D!

Sometimes I think to myself that walking isn't enough, but then I get on that treadmill and it kicks my booty, so I know it's enough.
It definitely counts, especially when it's not just a leisurely amble :nod:! But leisurely rambles are good too, every now and again, just for the enjoyment factor ;).

[Shadow]

Early morning stretch and worked on some meal plans. Made a stab at walking with not much success this time! Ay, maybe next try.
I'm sorry it didn't go well this time, but hopefully next time will be a whole 'nother story :nod: :)! You definitely get credit for giving it a try :thumbsup: :D!

[Shadow]

I didn't come up with anything really devious, but it was a good workout all the same. I've been mixing a bit more ab stuff into the middle of our workouts as I found my sister lost motivation to do them by the end of the workout. She's not very fond of the 'kayaker' exercise I have put in. :lol:
It is very hard to stay focused on abs by the end of a routine :nod:. Gosh - wonder why she doesn't like those :rolleyes: :p :lol:?

[Shadow]

it's safe Amy checked in, so quick while Shadow's busy...I'll check in...great to see you guys.
Well, as I live and breathe!!!! A stranger is amongst us :eek:! Don't think I'm ever too busy to notice someone who's been away as long as you have sneaking back in :evil:!
I'm still crazy busy too, but at least I'm getting at least 40 min brisk walk, everyday.
Well done, Martha :D!
We're all sharing the Buddy long walk, so sometimes it's me, but mostly not.
So glad Buddy is getting his fair share of exercise, too :thumbsup:!
I hope to get a ride in this weekend if it stays warm. Can't wait for the time change.
Boy I can :eek:!

[Shadow]

Hi Folks! Hope everybody has a good day.

Early morning stretch and some leg raises.
Good for you, Bill :D! Hope YOU have a good day too :)!

[Mal Lady]

Thank-you Shadow for all the encouragement!!! It made me feel so welcome and ready to get back at it!!!!:D

I'm in for the aerobics for today - hopefully adding a few more minutes - at least.

The sun is shining which makes a person feel a whole lot better.:cool:

Yippee to all you are moving and shaking!!:tongue:

Sharon

[bpm]

Today was to be a day off but after stretches and a warmup, I just had to try the new band which was delivered last night.
This was a very short wo but a wo nonetheless, right Dear Shadow??

[cshelia]

I'm using today as a day of rest, I have gotten sick again and just don't feel well, so I'm not sure about tomorrow either.

[Shadow]

Thank-you Shadow for all the encouragement!!! It made me feel so welcome and ready to get back at it!!!!:D
Good :)! Now we just gotta keep that feeling going ;)!

I'm in for the aerobics for today - hopefully adding a few more minutes - at least.
A few minutes at a time is a great way to do it :thumbsup:!

The sun is shining which makes a person feel a whole lot better.:cool:
Oh yes indeed!

Yippee to all you are moving and shaking!!:tongue:
And "yippee" to you, too!

[Shadow]

Today was to be a day off but after stretches and a warmup, I just had to try the new band which was delivered last night.
This was a very short wo but a wo nonetheless, right Dear Shadow??
Absolutely, dear Monty :D! How'd ya like that new band :)?

[Shadow]

I'm using today as a day of rest, I have gotten sick again and just don't feel well, so I'm not sure about tomorrow either.
I am sorry you're not feeling well, Sheila :(! Good plan to take a rest day :nod:. Your body will appreciate being given the time to fight this bug - so just take care of yourself and get well :).

[Karole]

Hope you feel bette soon too, Shelia. This time of year is the pits, isn't it.

All I have done so far is 10 min on the elliptical but there are still over 5 hours left in the day so I have hopes that I will do some thing else. Just gotta convince myself to get moving.

[gitfiddle]

I had a change of plans today that I should have anticipated. I gave blood and was told not to lift anything with my right arm.:jawDrop: That meant no arc trainer or rower and of course, no lifting. I could have done the treadmill, but I opted to skip it and do a double tomorrow. :tongue:

[Tyrone Bill]

Hi Movers & Shakers!

I'm passing on the morning stretch. But never fear its Thursday stretch and massage day for me. Toni will be here later to put me through the mill!!

[bpm]

Bill, I neeeeeeed a Toni.
Done today- warmup, 10 min HIIT on elliptical and resistance band UB WO

[Shadow]

Just gotta convince myself to get moving.
Sometimes that's the hardest part ;)! If you can just get to doing it, it usually happens a lot easier than you think it will :).

[Shadow]

I had a change of plans today that I should have anticipated. I gave blood and was told not to lift anything with my right arm.:jawDrop: That meant no arc trainer or rower and of course, no lifting. I could have done the treadmill, but I opted to skip it and do a double tomorrow. :tongue:
Sounds like a plan :nod:.

[Shadow]

Hi Movers & Shakers!

I'm passing on the morning stretch. But never fear its Thursday stretch and massage day for me. Toni will be here later to put me through the mill!!
I'm sure she'll more than make up for the stretching you didn't do on your own, Bill ;)!

[Shadow]

Bill, I neeeeeeed a Toni.
Done today- warmup, 10 min HIIT on elliptical and resistance band UB WO
Way to go, Monty :D!

[Karole]

Hi, I did the elliptical today one segment for 10 min. the other for 15.

We are expecting big snow here tonight and tomorrow -- from 6-12 inches in fact. I sooooo hope they are wrong about it, but they usually arent !

[gitfiddle]

I hope they're wrong, too, Karole! We're going easy on the snow, but the temp is low and the wind chill is zero-ish.

Upper and lower tonight. Arc trainer ten minutes and rowing machine ten minutes. Moderate intensity and I didn't overdo it.

[Martha]

about that time change thing...Boy I can :eek:!

It's funny, I'm sure that in previous forum, maybe even this one I've bemoaned switching back and forth. Further, I'm certain that I've whined why can't we leave it standard time. Now I've had a change of heart. At this age and stage, I go to work in the dark, no matter what time of year, so I would love having enough light when I got home that it didn't feel like bedtime. Look at all the extra exercise we could get in :)

[jilly27]

I could sure use a bit of sunlight right now. We get daylight sort of, it's been raining for weeks. :(

Lower body today. Sis was grumpy but I pushed her through it.:evil:

One more workout on Sat. then I'm in recovery mode for several weeks. :crybaby:

Jilly

[Claudette]

HI, ya'll,
Body Flex aerobic/toning tape this am.
Callanetics from her book, 15 minutes for abd/waist.

Tonight, if still pouring outside, will be as many minutes as I can on the re-bounder. Will post amount.


Have a great Friday, all.

[cshelia]

Hey all, I didn't exercise yesterday, was still sick. Did get my exercise in today already. Didn't have to work because of the weather, so I got to do it early. Still sick and I could tell, it was a rough go, but I didn't want to miss too many days and then have a hard time getting back into the swing of things.

My Ifit phase 1 won't work. It's an 8 week program and it quit in week 5:mad: Phases 2 and 3 work, but I'm not ready for them yet, so I know it's the chip and not my treadmill. So I used my treadmills programs and tweaked it a little as I went, to keep up with the phase 1 program.:)

30 mins, up to 7% incline, speed up to 4, went 1.75 miles and burned 275 calories.:D

I put calories burned, but I'm not sure how accurate the treadmill is. It doesn't ask for my weight, and I'm not sure what weight it's based on, or if it even matters. So I could be burning more or less.

I do know I am now tired, maybe I'll rest better today.

[Shadow]

Hi, I did the elliptical today one segment for 10 min. the other for 15.
Good girl :)!

We are expecting big snow here tonight and tomorrow -- from 6-12 inches in fact. I sooooo hope they are wrong about it, but they usually arent !
Just think of all the exercise you can get shoveling ;). There - now you feel better, don't you :razz: :p :lol:?

[Shadow]

Upper and lower tonight. Arc trainer ten minutes and rowing machine ten minutes. Moderate intensity and I didn't overdo it.
Way to go, Carol :thumbsup:!

[Shadow]

It's funny, I'm sure that in previous forum, maybe even this one I've bemoaned switching back and forth. Further, I'm certain that I've whined why can't we leave it standard time. Now I've had a change of heart. At this age and stage, I go to work in the dark, no matter what time of year, so I would love having enough light when I got home that it didn't feel like bedtime.
Well, considering that I get up extra early in the morning, I prefer to have the bedtime ambiance when I go home ;). Much easier than trying to fall asleep while the sun is still shining!
Look at all the extra exercise we could get in :)
Well.... I exercise first thing in the morning so I really would prefer to sleep at night ;).

But I do understand where you're coming from. My "clock" just works better on standard time - but I know I'm not "normal" when it comes to most things :razz:.

[Shadow]

I could sure use a bit of sunlight right now. We get daylight sort of, it's been raining for weeks.
Hopefully the sun will shine for you soon, Jilly!

Lower body today. Sis was grumpy but I pushed her through it.
Maybe that's why she was grumpy :lol: :p!

One more workout on Sat. then I'm in recovery mode for several weeks.
I guess that means your surgery is next week? I hope it goes well!!!! I'll be sending good cyber vibes your way!

[Shadow]

HI, ya'll,
Body Flex aerobic/toning tape this am.
Callanetics from her book, 15 minutes for abd/waist.
Great job, Claudette :D!

Tonight, if still pouring outside, will be as many minutes as I can on the re-bounder. Will post amount.
Sounds like a plan :nod:!


Have a great Friday, all.
You, too :)!

[Shadow]

Hey all, I didn't exercise yesterday, was still sick.
That's perfectly acceptable, Sheila :nod:!
Did get my exercise in today already. Didn't have to work because of the weather, so I got to do it early. Still sick and I could tell, it was a rough go, but I didn't want to miss too many days and then have a hard time getting back into the swing of things.
Well.... if you push too hard when you're not well, it will just take you longer to get better. So pay very close attention to how you feel - and if you need the rest, take it! You'll perform much better when you have your strength and stamina back :).

My Ifit phase 1 won't work. It's an 8 week program and it quit in week 5:mad: Phases 2 and 3 work, but I'm not ready for them yet, so I know it's the chip and not my treadmill. So I used my treadmills programs and tweaked it a little as I went, to keep up with the phase 1 program.:)
Way to go, Sheila :thumbsup:!

30 mins, up to 7% incline, speed up to 4, went 1.75 miles and burned 275 calories.
Sounds like you did perfectly fine without the Ifit!

I put calories burned, but I'm not sure how accurate the treadmill is. It doesn't ask for my weight, and I'm not sure what weight it's based on, or if it even matters. So I could be burning more or less.
Well, every formula I've ever used considered weight so... I'm not sure it matters, though, since the calories we burn exercising are usually minimal ;).

I do know I am now tired, maybe I'll rest better today.
Rest would be a good thing!

[Tyrone Bill]

Hi everybody.

I had a good stretch and massage session yesterday.

Today I started my morning with some stretching and leg raises.

[Shadow]

Hi everybody.

I had a good stretch and massage session yesterday.

Today I started my morning with some stretching and leg raises.
Good job, Bill - and nice avatar :D!

[Mitra]

I suppose I may as well collect my gold star for the week. Reporting in that the week's work is done :cool:.

[Shadow]

Very good, Mitra :D!!! See - as easy as that was, you'll be able to conquer a who month, no problem :razz:!

[Martha]

Well, considering that I get up extra early in the morning, I prefer to have the bedtime ambiance when I go home ;). Much easier than trying to fall asleep while the sun is still shining!

Well.... I exercise first thing in the morning so I really would prefer to sleep at night ;).


I know, I'm such a spoiled brat I want both. I'm afraid I am a card carrying member of the up a dark 30 gang. Maybe I should re visit if there is more time mid day until I can start cycling again, after work...

[Needlewoman]

OK. I admit it, I've slipped back :o I only did 2 sessions this week.

[Karole]

I took a day off yesterday and all I did was sew and watch it snow.

[gitfiddle]

I took a rest day yesterday, but I'm planning to hit the gym with ds today. :cool: Got new shiny white shoes to break in.

The leg cramps have been persistent the last two nights. I'm convinced they're directly related to my hips and pelvis. :peeved:

Happy Saturday, everyone!

[jilly27]

Upper body workout then wall lifting, I think that was enough for today. :) Told my sister I would put together a full body workout for her to do once a week while I'm resting, she sounded thrilled. :lol:

I will pop in sometime next week.

Work hard everyone!

Jilly

[Tyrone Bill]

Hi all!
Running very late. Doy and I had our two youngest granddaughters for the entire day. We had a very enjoyable day.


I did my stretching, leg raises and got about five minutes moving around on my feet. It may not seem like a big deal to some. The five minutes that is! But its a big accomplishment for me. I think this last approximatley year and a half confined to a wheelchair I've become complacent in the fact that that is the way its going to be. But lately I've made the decision to try to get out of that chair more often. I do realize that I'll never be 100%. But I'm going to make an honest effort to improve my mobility.

[Shadow]

I know, I'm such a spoiled brat I want both.
Don't we all :lol:?
I'm afraid I am a card carrying member of the up a dark 30 gang.
Me too :D.
Maybe I should re visit if there is more time mid day until I can start cycling again, after work...
There ya go - now you're thinking :thumbsup:!

[Shadow]

OK. I admit it, I've slipped back :o I only did 2 sessions this week.
Sigh.... Well, at least you came and admitted it instead of hiding ;)!

It's okay, NW! That was this past week. We're now in a new week with a brand new chance to get it right :).

[Shadow]

I took a day off yesterday and all I did was sew and watch it snow.
Oh boy - how much did you end up getting? Say... why were you sewing and not shoveling :suspicious:?????

[Shadow]

I took a rest day yesterday, but I'm planning to hit the gym with ds today. :cool: Got new shiny white shoes to break in.
Alrighty :D!

The leg cramps have been persistent the last two nights. I'm convinced they're directly related to my hips and pelvis. :peeved:
Makes sense! The head bone's connected to the neck bone, the neck bone...:p

[Shadow]

Upper body workout then wall lifting, I think that was enough for today. :)
Sure sounds like enough :eek:!
Told my sister I would put together a full body workout for her to do once a week while I'm resting, she sounded thrilled. :lol:
I'll just bet ;)!

I will pop in sometime next week.
Please do :)!

[Shadow]

Hi all!
Running very late. Doy and I had our two youngest granddaughters for the entire day. We had a very enjoyable day.
How nice :)!


I did my stretching, leg raises and got about five minutes moving around on my feet.
Awesome, Bill :D!
It may not seem like a big deal to some. The five minutes that is!
I know it's huge, Bill!!!! You are doing a fantastic job :thumbups:!!!! But its a big accomplishment for me. I think this last approximatley year and a half confined to a wheelchair I've become complacent in the fact that that is the way its going to be. But lately I've made the decision to try to get out of that chair more often.
That takes one heck of a determination and commitment, Bill, and I salute you for doing so!
I do realize that I'll never be 100%. But I'm going to make an honest effort to improve my mobility.
You've taken a giant step to improve that mobility, Bill, despite the challenge it means. You rock :D!!!!