Movers & Shakers - March 14 - 20 [Archive]

Shadow

03-12-2010, 06:19 PM

Well, a new week will soon be under way. Don't forget the challenge this month is to work on specific goals.

Since we're now at mid-month, make sure to assess where you're at and if you're getting any results. If you're not, you still have a couple weeks to alter your plans so you can still achieve your goals. So don't give up - a minor adjustment here or there just might be the "secret" to your success :slywink:.

Finally, I want to thank all of you who stick with this week after week - you guys are the greatest :thumbsup:! I appreciate each and every one of you :)! Thank you all for brightening my days with your efforts and your antics :D!

jilly27

03-12-2010, 08:03 PM

Since we're now at mid-month, make sure to asses where you're at and if you're getting any results.

I'm certain there's a pretty funny malapropism with your typo. I'll just leave it at that... :razz:

Finally, I want to thank all of you who stick with this week after week - you guys are the greatest :thumbsup:! I appreciate each and every one of you :)! Thank you all for brightening my days with your efforts and your antics :D!

It is we who thank you Shadow, for so diligently looking out for our well being. And kicking our a%$^*s when necessary. :)

Jilly

Eleanor

03-13-2010, 02:38 PM

I must admit having read all I've read about you Shadow, I'm a bit intimidated to join in:-) But here goes...

I've looked at the recommended exercises in PPLP and 6WC, and knowing myself, I know that I won't ever do most of them. I am trying to do the weird stomach/core exercise of pulling my belly button into my spine eight times a day, and I'll be interested to see if I get any results from that:-) But the only exercise I have ever done consistently is exercise DVDs, especially the ones with the hardcore dance music (which may be a bit tragic at my age of 40 in less than 2 weeks, but hey, I enjoy myself - I even have a size 16 pink and black stripy leotard that hubby bought me which I can just about squeeze into on a good day:-)

So my goal for what's left of this month is to do at least something every day, for about 20 mins minimum. Hubby has a Tai Chi DVD that he's keen for us to do together. I've got a teach yourself belly dance DVD that I'd like to get back into, and I've got three Ministry of Sound Pump It Up DVDs, one Clubland DVD and the one that Colleen Nolan did with Deanne Berry with all the fab 80s music:-)

With the exercise DVDs, I'm planning on avoiding the cardio bits, and doing either the dance routines, which are lots of fun but a bit gentler, or the toning bits to build up my muscles and strengthen my core. Even just the warm ups and cool downs have some good stretches in them and getting more flexible has to be a good thing.

So hopefully I'll get up the energy to start tonight (UK time it's already 7:35pm). I do think posting my intent and results will really help to get me motivated...

Needlewoman

03-13-2010, 06:26 PM

I must admit having read all I've read about you Shadow, I'm a bit intimidated to join in:-) But here goes...
That is exactly how I felt, Eleanor. I just couldn't get the Gladiator image out of my mind :D But I was brave enough to venture in, and I'm really glad that I did. Shadow has very patiently got me doing resistance work with a Reebok tube set that I bought years ago but didn't use, and I really do feel better for it.

I do think posting my intent and results will really help to get me motivated...
Oh, it will get you motivated, all right. Fear of being named and shamed, or feeling the whip (even our side of the Atlantic) will see to that :eek::eek: Welcome to the club.

Karole

03-13-2010, 09:57 PM

Yes, Welcome in Eleanor, we always love new victims.....er I mean movers and shakers....(really Shadow that's what I meant to say !)

All kidding aside-- no need to hesitate to jump right in or be fearful to try new things. Ms. Shadow is wonderful to us all even when whipping and snapping sounds fill the air ! She just wants to make sure we do the best we can and not hurt ourselves in the process. She gives great advice and is always there for us to answer questions . So come on in and start moving and shaking with the rest of our group.

Eleanor

03-14-2010, 04:47 AM

Thanks everyone:-) We did some Tai Chi last night and even though it's so gentle and slow, it's much harder work than it looks:-) We were both creaking and clicking away even during the warm ups...

Goal for today is to either do more Tai Chi or dig out one of my exercise DVDs and do the toning section...

Tyrone Bill

03-14-2010, 09:37 AM

Good morning Movers & Shakers!

I started today with stretching before breakfast and plan on an encore before supper.

Have a great Sunday friends!

Parisienne

03-14-2010, 10:57 AM

Hello everyone,

nice to see that you are all keep on M&S and that they're also new faces (hello Eleanor). I was rather naughty for some last weeks and all I have is just another lame excuse (busy, moody, &ct). Anyway, so here I'm back, hopefully it'll last at least a week or two;). I know about March challenge but my impression is that I should just stick to M&S and reporting it. I'll also try (again), on weekdays, to divide my daily portion of exercise into two 10-15 mins segments (am & pm). Probably another wishful but who knows?

Sun - 15 mins cardio (Tae Bo Upper Body) + 8 mins abs (beginner pilates)

Shadow

03-14-2010, 01:03 PM

OMW - Thanks for pointing that out, Jilly :o :p! I was originally posting a diatribe to the slackers when I started the thread - looks like it's a good thing I changed my mind :lol:!
It is we who thank you Shadow, for so diligently looking out for our well being. And kicking our a%$^*s when necessary. :)
The pleasure is all mine :D!

Shadow

03-14-2010, 01:09 PM

I must admit having read all I've read about you Shadow, I'm a bit intimidated to join in:-) But here goes...
Welcome, Eleanor!!!! Don't worry - I'm usually pretty nice to the newcomers ;)!

I've looked at the recommended exercises in PPLP and 6WC, and knowing myself, I know that I won't ever do most of them. I am trying to do the weird stomach/core exercise of pulling my belly button into my spine eight times a day, and I'll be interested to see if I get any results from that:-) But the only exercise I have ever done consistently is exercise DVDs, especially the ones with the hardcore dance music (which may be a bit tragic at my age of 40 in less than 2 weeks, but hey, I enjoy myself - I even have a size 16 pink and black stripy leotard that hubby bought me which I can just about squeeze into on a good day:-)
You are so right to focus on what you want to do and will do :thumbsup:! It doesn't matter what it is - the main purpose is to get up and get moving :nod:. Of course, as time goes on, you'll want to change/switch your routine, but for now, whatever gets you going is awesome!

So my goal for what's left of this month is to do at least something every day, for about 20 mins minimum. Hubby has a Tai Chi DVD that he's keen for us to do together. I've got a teach yourself belly dance DVD that I'd like to get back into, and I've got three Ministry of Sound Pump It Up DVDs, one Clubland DVD and the one that Colleen Nolan did with Deanne Berry with all the fab 80s music:-)

With the exercise DVDs, I'm planning on avoiding the cardio bits, and doing either the dance routines, which are lots of fun but a bit gentler, or the toning bits to build up my muscles and strengthen my core.
Marvelous plan :thumbsup: :D!
Even just the warm ups and cool downs have some good stretches in them and getting more flexible has to be a good thing.
Oh yes - and the older we get, the more important it becomes :nod:!

So hopefully I'll get up the energy to start tonight (UK time it's already 7:35pm). I do think posting my intent and results will really help to get me motivated...
I will be expecting a report, you know :razz:!

Shadow

03-14-2010, 01:12 PM

That is exactly how I felt, Eleanor. I just couldn't get the Gladiator image out of my mind
:lol:!
Fear of being named and shamed, or feeling the whip (even our side of the Atlantic) will see to that. Welcome to the club.
Boy, I'll bet that was a warm and comforting welcome for her, NW :p :D :rolleyes: ;)! Shouldn't you be over there exercising instead of instilling fear into the newcomers :razz:?

Shadow

03-14-2010, 01:13 PM

Shadow

03-14-2010, 01:14 PM

Thanks everyone:-) We did some Tai Chi last night and even though it's so gentle and slow, it's much harder work than it looks:-) We were both creaking and clicking away even during the warm ups...
Just a sign of how important flexibility is ;).

Goal for today is to either do more Tai Chi or dig out one of my exercise DVDs and do the toning section...
I can't wait to hear your report on the day :D!

Shadow

03-14-2010, 01:15 PM

Good morning Movers & Shakers!

I started today with stretching before breakfast and plan on an encore before supper.

Have a great Sunday friends!
You have a great Sunday too, dear Bill :nod:!

Shadow

03-14-2010, 01:17 PM

Hello everyone,

nice to see that you are all keep on M&S and that they're also new faces (hello Eleanor). I was rather naughty for some last weeks and all I have is just another lame excuse (busy, moody, &ct). Anyway, so here I'm back, hopefully it'll last at least a week or two;).
Hmmm - who is this Adina person :suspicious: :rolleyes:? I was beginning to think France got swept away or something :razz:!

I know about March challenge but my impression is that I should just stick to M&S and reporting it. I'll also try (again), on weekdays, to divide my daily portion of exercise into two 10-15 mins segments (am & pm). Probably another wishful but who knows?
Considering your track record, I think just sticking to M&S is a great goal, Adina :p ;)!

Sun - 15 mins cardio (Tae Bo Upper Body) + 8 mins abs (beginner pilates)
So far, so good :lol:!

Eleanor

03-14-2010, 06:35 PM

25 minutes of Tai Chi - slightly less with the bones creaking, and I think I've got the first two stances ok. Whether I'll remember them tomorrow is anyone's guess:-) Giving my knees and upper arms a good work out though...

Karole

03-14-2010, 06:45 PM

Shadow, I went to the Horse Fest yesterday and believe me I got in walking and stair climbing too. The different programs we wanted to attend were located in diffent buildings and were quite a distance apart. To top that it was raining off and on so I was toting a heavy purse and an umbrella besides. Does this work for you????:D

Tyrone Bill

03-15-2010, 06:52 AM

Good morning Movers & Shakers!

I began with stretching then I completed upper & lower body Isometrics. This was my first attempt at the full Isometric routine. It went well.

Have a productive LC Monday friends!

Shadow

03-15-2010, 10:21 AM

Shadow

03-15-2010, 10:22 AM

Shadow

03-15-2010, 10:24 AM

I began with stretching then I completed upper & lower body Isometrics. This was my first attempt at the full Isometric routine. It went well.
Awesome :D!!!!

Have a productive LC Monday friends!
What an exhortation for a Monday morning - especially the "productive" part :eek: :p :lol:!

Karole

03-15-2010, 10:27 AM

Okay, got in a total of 27 min. : warmup, upper body and core , lower body and core and finally cool down. Good workout but I am glad it is done as usual.

Parisienne

03-15-2010, 02:09 PM

Hmmm - who is this Adina person :suspicious: :rolleyes:? I was beginning to think France got swept away or something :razz:!
(:o:lol:)²

Considering your track record, I think just sticking to M&S is a great goal, Adina :p ;)!I do my best (well, at least a lot) to pursue my goals and not to put them off. I have bought - & started reading! - a book about procrastination (why you do it, what to do about it *Now*), so you see how committed I am!!;)

We are going out to theatre this evening, so I did 20 minutes in the morning: 10 min thighs & 10 min upper body (both from 10 Min Solution DVD). It wasn't difficult as on Mondays I have classes only in the afternoon. The real challenge is tomorrow, I am a night-bird kind of person and doing things before 7.30 am is a considerable challenge. See you tomorrow, then.

Eleanor

03-15-2010, 02:52 PM

Shadow

03-15-2010, 04:54 PM

Okay, got in a total of 27 min. : warmup, upper body and core , lower body and core and finally cool down. Good workout but I am glad it is done as usual.
As well you should be ;). If you're not glad you're done, you've done something wrong and need to start all over :evil: :lol: :p!

Shadow

03-15-2010, 05:00 PM

I do my best (well, at least a lot) to pursue my goals and not to put them off. I have bought - & started reading! - a book about procrastination (why you do it, what to do about it *Now*), so you see how committed I am!!
Oh my :eek:!!! You got it AND actually started reading it???? Wow - that's impressive :D!

We are going out to theatre this evening, so I did 20 minutes in the morning: 10 min thighs & 10 min upper body (both from 10 Min Solution DVD). It wasn't difficult as on Mondays I have classes only in the afternoon.
Yeah for you :thumbsup:!
The real challenge is tomorrow, I am a night-bird kind of person and doing things before 7.30 am is a considerable challenge. See you tomorrow, then.
Fingers crossed for ya :)!

Shadow

03-15-2010, 05:02 PM

Did the warm up, toning section and cool down of one of my exercise DVDs. Good stretches. I was astonished to find I could do a plank for a whole count of eight, and even a few pushups (the female kind on the knees)...
That's awesome, Eleanor :D! Now don't you fret - there is nothing shabby at all about push ups on the knees! They are far better for you than none at all, ya know! Besides, this is YOUR workout - do them however works for YOU!

gitfiddle

03-15-2010, 10:25 PM

Resistance tonight with the max weight, a little quicker, and added two or three reps. Then I did ten minutes on the arc trainer. Then, I went home and put an ice pack on my right knee. It actually worked!

Tyrone Bill

03-16-2010, 07:46 AM

Good morning friends!

Stretching before breakfast and supper for today.

Have a great day!

Needlewoman

03-16-2010, 08:51 AM

Boy, I'll bet that was a warm and comforting welcome for her, NW ! Shouldn't you be over there exercising instead of instilling fear into the newcomers :razz:?
Ooh! OUCH!! See what I mean? That whip smarts, even at long distance :cry::cry: What the heck, us Brits are tough - if we poke our noses through the door we give our best shot :D:D

Sulks, but decides to stay long enough to say that I did do my upper body workout yesterday. I can feel that I had to miss the workouts at the middle and end of last week, still I'm up and moving again now. The marker doesn't seem to show up any more so it will have to be the tape measure :mad:

Spring is showing her face at long last, and I got out in the garden briefly yesterday. I'm gardening indoors today, sowing seeds in trays and pots whilst watching live cricket, which I love. Soon though, I'll be adding outdoor gardening to my movement repertoire :)

Shadow

03-16-2010, 10:25 AM

Shadow

03-16-2010, 10:27 AM

Good morning friends!

Stretching before breakfast and supper for today.

Have a great day!
Same to you, Bill :)! Are you keeping dry back there????

Shadow

03-16-2010, 10:30 AM

Ooh! OUCH!! See what I mean? That whip smarts, even at long distance What the heck, us Brits are tough - if we poke our noses through the door we give our best shot
I know what a staunch group of people you are ;). You're also a lot of fun :D!

Sulks, but decides to stay long enough to say that I did do my upper body workout yesterday.
That was a good idea - you wouldn't want in trouble again, would you :eek:? I can feel that I had to miss the workouts at the middle and end of last week, still I'm up and moving again now.
Ah yes - our bodies have a way of reminding us we've been neglecting them :razz:. And you think *I'm* tough :p!
The marker doesn't seem to show up any more so it will have to be the tape measure
If at first you don't succeed.....

Spring is showing her face at long last, and I got out in the garden briefly yesterday.
How wonderful :thumbsup:!
I'm gardening indoors today, sowing seeds in trays and pots whilst watching live cricket, which I love. Soon though, I'll be adding outdoor gardening to my movement repertoire
That will be a great addition, NW :nod: :D!

Ammy

03-16-2010, 10:49 AM

Back went out yesterday...again...
:mad:

Had the day off of work so I took it very easy and then went to the chiro and got a massage.
I'm better today.

Tonight I'm going to watch an episode of The Tudors and ride the bike. I also hope to do a 10min Pilates or Yoga.
Don't want to overdo it, but I have some time tonight, and I NEED to start moving again.

darn it..

:jawDrop:
I mean, I'm EXCITED about having to move again...:o

Shadow

03-16-2010, 03:05 PM

Back went out yesterday...again...
I'm sorry to hear that, Amy :(!

Had the day off of work so I took it very easy and then went to the chiro and got a massage.
I'm better today.
That's great :thumbsup:!

Tonight I'm going to watch an episode of The Tudors and ride the bike. I also hope to do a 10min Pilates or Yoga.
Sounds great :D!!!!
Don't want to overdo it, but I have some time tonight, and I NEED to start moving again.
You'll feel much better for it ;).

darn it..
Ah - it'll feel good - honest :p!

I mean, I'm EXCITED about having to move again...:o
Uh huh - sure you are :rolleyes:........

But on the positive side - being healthy and able to move and enjoying the body you were given sounds MUCH better than sitting on the couch nursing a sore back :razz:!

Parisienne

03-16-2010, 05:51 PM

Amy, I hope you'll feel better soon!:) Don't overdo with exercise though, no matter how much you long to move & shake again! ;):D

I woke up with a terrible headache this morning and my plans to exercise in the morning had to be changed. I took some usual painkillers but it didn't work that well and I felt really awful during classes. I should have stayed home, I believe. Anyway, back home I took another pill and slept for two hours. Finally, I had a splendid idea to do some stretch with band, it helped me to relax and gave me the impression that I did something for myself. I'm going to bed to continue reading my book on procrastination, Shadow - apparently it makes wonders!:lol:

Eleanor

03-16-2010, 06:10 PM

Did 20 minutes of Belly Dancing DVD this evening. Won't be using that as a second job for quite some time:-) Worked muscles I didn't know I had though, especially waist and middle muscles which is good for my core...

Shadow

03-16-2010, 06:17 PM

I woke up with a terrible headache this morning and my plans to exercise in the morning had to be changed.
Sometimes life throws curves our way :(.
I took some usual painkillers but it didn't work that well and I felt really awful during classes. I should have stayed home, I believe.
Sounds like that would've been a good idea :nod:.
Anyway, back home I took another pill and slept for two hours.
I'm sure that additional rest was much needed :).
Finally, I had a splendid idea to do some stretch with band, it helped me to relax and gave me the impression that I did something for myself.
I am very proud of you :D!!!!!
I'm going to bed to continue reading my book on procrastination, Shadow - apparently it makes wonders!:
Hmmm - maybe it was the shock of starting to read that book right away that caused the headache :lol: :razz: :lol:!!!!!!!!!

Shadow

03-16-2010, 06:19 PM

Did 20 minutes of Belly Dancing DVD this evening.
How fun :D! Well, it wouldn't be for me :p but if you can get your body to move like that, I think it would be a blast :thumbsup:!
Won't be using that as a second job for quite some time:-)
:lol:! But hey - that gives you a goal, right :D?
Worked muscles I didn't know I had though, especially waist and middle muscles which is good for my core...
Absolutely :thumbsup:. Methinks tomorrow you might be feeling a bit of DOMS in those places ;).

Karole

03-16-2010, 07:34 PM

Gosh wouldn't it be great if we could all get jobs as belly dancers and get our exercises in that way. Shadow would only have to get after us on the week ends.
And we'd get paid for it too ! Life is so unfair.

I did 10 min. on the elliptical this morning and dh and I just got back from a 32 min. brisk walk so a total of 42 min. of deliberate exercise as well as 20 or so min. of inadverdent exercise while I was cleaning ou the car really well.

gitfiddle

03-16-2010, 09:04 PM

Hope that means the ice AND the workout were both good :razz:.Actually, yes! I may have done too much because my traps were tight and pulled on my neck overnight resulting in a headache. I cured it with aspirin and coffee this morning.

I had another rest day today because almost everything I do involves shoulders. I went for a haircut instead. ;)

Tyrone Bill

03-17-2010, 08:48 AM

Good morning friends!
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HAPPY ST. PATRICK'S DAY

Stretching and isometrics before breakfast and some stretching before supper.

Have a great day!

Ammy

03-17-2010, 09:02 AM

I rode the bike for 45 min last night and then did a couple pt exercises.

sigh...

yes, it felt good to be moving again.............

Shadow

03-17-2010, 10:17 AM

Gosh wouldn't it be great if we could all get jobs as belly dancers and get our exercises in that way. Shadow would only have to get after us on the week ends.
Well.... I would still expect you to do some resistance work outside of the job :evil:. So you'd still be slogging away 3 or so days a week ;).
And we'd get paid for it too ! Life is so unfair.
I don't think I would all the better I can dance :lol:!

I did 10 min. on the elliptical this morning and dh and I just got back from a 32 min. brisk walk so a total of 42 min. of deliberate exercise as well as 20 or so min. of inadverdent exercise while I was cleaning ou the car really well.
Awesome :D!!!!!!!!

Shadow

03-17-2010, 10:18 AM

Actually, yes! I may have done too much because my traps were tight and pulled on my neck overnight resulting in a headache. I cured it with aspirin and coffee this morning.
It's easy to overwork the traps :nod:. Glad you got it taken care of, though :thumbsup:!

I had another rest day today because almost everything I do involves shoulders.
Isn't that the truth :rolleyes:!
I went for a haircut instead. ;)
There ya go :D!

Shadow

03-17-2010, 10:19 AM

Good morning friends!

HAPPY ST. PATRICK'S DAY
What a super-sweet greeting this morning, Bill :D! And the same to you!

Stretching and isometrics before breakfast and some stretching before supper.
Sounds great, as always :thumbsup:!

Shadow

03-17-2010, 10:19 AM

Shadow

03-17-2010, 10:21 AM

I rode the bike for 45 min last night and then did a couple pt exercises.
Awesome :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:!!!!!!!!!

sigh...
There, there.... I'm sure it wasn't THAT bad :p.

yes, it felt good to be moving again.............
See what you were missing :D ;)?!?!?!

gitfiddle

03-17-2010, 12:34 PM

Good morning friends!Oh, Bill, I like the greeting you posted on the Challenge thread better! :D

Parisienne

03-17-2010, 03:40 PM

Hmmm - maybe it was the shock of starting to read that book right away that caused the headache :lol: :razz: :lol:!!!!!!!!!
I think you may be right! They should have put some warning on the book cover, shouldn't they?!;):lol:

Just to let you know that I keep on:
Wednesday - am: 20 mins WATP, pm - 10 mins abs (Pick Your Spot Pilates)

(Now I have to go back to my homework, as usual I waited until the last moment to start it, so well... I am not completely cured from my procrastination syndrome:()

Shadow

03-17-2010, 05:17 PM

I think you may be right! They should have put some warning on the book cover, shouldn't they?
Yes, assuming most who got the book need the same amount of help you do :razz: :p :lol: ;)!

Just to let you know that I keep on:
Wednesday - am: 20 mins WATP, pm - 10 mins abs (Pick Your Spot Pilates)
Awesome :D!

(Now I have to go back to my homework, as usual I waited until the last moment to start it, so well... I am not completely cured from my procrastination syndrome)
I think curing that habit is going to take quite a bit of time :p!

Karole

03-17-2010, 09:19 PM

Hi, just reporting that dh and I did a walk today--late in the afternoon. The rest of the day was taken up in getting the car taken car of and grocery shopping. We also stopped and threw large rocks out of our riding area he just worked up in back of the barn. Good upper body work out for both of us.

cshelia

03-17-2010, 09:42 PM

I'm still moving and shaking, just not a lot of time to get on the computer. Sunday hiked 3.5 miles, Monday walked 1.5 miles, and today hiked up the mountain for 1.5 miles. Whew, I'm tired.

Tyrone Bill

03-18-2010, 09:22 AM

Good morning friends!

Stretching before breakfast and supper.

Have a great day!

Shadow

03-18-2010, 10:21 AM

Shadow

03-18-2010, 10:23 AM

I'm still moving and shaking, just not a lot of time to get on the computer. Sunday hiked 3.5 miles, Monday walked 1.5 miles, and today hiked up the mountain for 1.5 miles. Whew, I'm tired.
Sheila :D :D :D!!!!!!!!!!! I was going to come looking for you today, so I'm glad you saved me the energy :p ;)! Great to see you again :)!!!!

Way to go on those hikes, girl :thumbsup:!!!! Looks like today should be a rest day, huh ;)?

Shadow

03-18-2010, 10:23 AM

Good morning friends!

Stretching before breakfast and supper.

Have a great day!

Good job, Bill! Enjoy that PT this afternoon ;)!

Eleanor

03-18-2010, 11:00 AM

Did another 20 minutes belly dancing last night. Great for the core. Today I got lost in Tunbridge Wells and had an unexpected long walk up and down some steep hills, also brisk because I had a train to catch and no idea where the station was:-)

Needlewoman

03-18-2010, 03:35 PM

I've got my days muddled up - I thought today was Wednesday - so I'm a day late, but I have done 15 squats with the handles at my hips.

Ammy

03-18-2010, 04:12 PM

Needlewoman...I thought today was Friday...imagine my disappointment to learn it was only Thursday.

sigh...

Needlewoman

03-18-2010, 06:39 PM

Amy, you have my sympathy and I hope tomorrow doesn't seem so bad. Keep yer chin up, gal.

cshelia

03-18-2010, 08:37 PM

Sheila :D :D :D!!!!!!!!!!! I was going to come looking for you today, so I'm glad you saved me the energy :p ;)! Great to see you again :)!!!!

Way to go on those hikes, girl :thumbsup:!!!! Looks like today should be a rest day, huh ;)?

Yeah today is a rest day, but tomorrow and Sunday I'm going hiking again. As long as the weather is nice and I'm able, I'll be doing a lot of hiking as my exercise. I love the outdoors.

Karole

03-18-2010, 09:31 PM

I know I'm late but it was a busy day, we rode for 5.5 hours and then I went to line dancing lessons for 1 hour---just so I wouldn't let my girl friend that likes to line dance down. I had to make myself go, but after I got there the dancing was okay. But we didn't stay as long as usual, Thank goodness. Now I have a nice hot cup of tea and I'm off to enjoy it.

gitfiddle

03-18-2010, 11:16 PM

Hi, Karole! I'm even later. :rolleyes:

I did resistance and a half-hour of endurance (arc trainer 20 min, rower 10 min). It was a bit crowded and I didn't get to the delt/fly or the shoulder lift, but I feel it was just as well.

Claudette

03-19-2010, 08:19 AM

Hi, Shadow,

Glad to be feeling better since my Gastroenteritis & ER trip last week and 5 days of nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, etc.

Yesterday, 45 minute Callanetics tape.

This am, 30 min Callanetics tape. Tonight, plan to walk outside before our last "winter" chill.

Have a great day, all.

Tyrone Bill

03-19-2010, 10:55 AM

Morning Movers & Shakers!

I did my morning stretches and a good round of isometrics.

Everybody have a good day!!

Shadow

03-19-2010, 11:08 AM

Yeah today is a rest day, but tomorrow and Sunday I'm going hiking again. As long as the weather is nice and I'm able, I'll be doing a lot of hiking as my exercise. I love the outdoors.
Sounds like an awesome way to exercise, for sure :D!

Shadow

03-19-2010, 11:09 AM

Did another 20 minutes belly dancing last night. Great for the core.
:thumbsup:!
Today I got lost in Tunbridge Wells and had an unexpected long walk up and down some steep hills, also brisk because I had a train to catch and no idea where the station was:-)
Wow - that's some great unexpected exercise :D!

Shadow

03-19-2010, 11:10 AM

I've got my days muddled up - I thought today was Wednesday - so I'm a day late, but I have done 15 squats with the handles at my hips.
I've been confused all week :rolleyes:. However, I'll take the exercise on whatever day I can get it ;)!

Shadow

03-19-2010, 11:11 AM

Needlewoman...I thought today was Friday...imagine my disappointment to learn it was only Thursday.

sigh...
That happens to me every single week :o :rolleyes:. You'd think at my age I'd know my days of the week :lol: ;) :p!

Shadow

03-19-2010, 11:12 AM

Shadow

03-19-2010, 11:13 AM

I did resistance and a half-hour of endurance (arc trainer 20 min, rower 10 min).
Awesome :thumbsup:!
It was a bit crowded and I didn't get to the delt/fly or the shoulder lift, but I feel it was just as well.
That's okay - as you said, those shoulders see a LOT of work so I personally feel it's fine to get them a break now and again ;).

Shadow

03-19-2010, 11:15 AM

Hi, Shadow, Glad to be feeling better since my Gastroenteritis & ER trip last week and 5 days of nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, etc.
Oh Claudette - how miserable :(!!!!!! I am SO glad you're feeling better :)!

Yesterday, 45 minute Callanetics tape.

This am, 30 min Callanetics tape. Tonight, plan to walk outside before our last "winter" chill.
Sounds wonderful! I'm sure you're very happy to be able to be up and moving again :nod:!

Shadow

03-19-2010, 11:15 AM

Morning Movers & Shakers!

I did my morning stretches and a good round of isometrics.

Everybody have a good day!!
And a happy Friday to you, too, Bill :D!

Karole

03-19-2010, 11:26 AM

Just did my Jillian Upper, Lower, and Core work out for 27 min. total which does include warm up and cool down. It was work and I'm sure glad it is done.

Ammy

03-19-2010, 11:33 AM

30 minutes on the bike last night.
It was something...

Shadow

03-19-2010, 03:18 PM

Just did my Jillian Upper, Lower, and Core work out for 27 min. total which does include warm up and cool down. It was work and I'm sure glad it is done.
Yeah for you, Karole :D!!!!! Now don't you feel like you've accomplished something good today :razz:?????

Shadow

03-19-2010, 03:21 PM

30 minutes on the bike last night.
It was something...
Indeed it was, Amy :D :nod: :thumbsup:!

gitfiddle

03-19-2010, 07:17 PM

Hi, all! In light of my stiff workout yesterday, I rode the bike tonight, plus plain old arc trainer with no IT. I did the lat pull and the fly/delt at a weight where I didn't have to strain. Then I went to the chiro.

Oh, I also tried the hanging leg lift thingy (the gym was empty) and decided it isn't a good idea. I think I'm both too heavy and too short, because my neck and shoulders tensed up way too much. Maybe someday.

cshelia

03-19-2010, 09:15 PM

Went hiking today, went 4.75 miles in about 2 hrs. Was completely wore out when we were done. Next time we need to take a snack to give us that extra boost. Still had a great time:D

Eleanor

03-20-2010, 02:13 AM

Tyrone Bill

03-20-2010, 10:46 AM

Morning Movers & Shakers!

Stretching before breakfast and supper.

Everybody have a good day!!

Karole

03-20-2010, 10:54 AM

Hi all, how are things going? I just finished my first Tai Chi workout. It was super. I love it. Makes you feel sooo relaxed. I forgot to look at the clock so don't know how long it actually took , will have to do that another time.

I ordered the dvd last month and it took almost a month to get here--could not believe how long it was in coming as I ordered it from Tenn. (a border state) just so it wouldn't take so long. I think they sent it by mule train.

Anyway, I wanted to do something different , so I have a couple of weight/ resistance dvd's , a large ball workout dvd, a stretch band dvd, elliptical machine, walking outdoors and now my Tai Chi dvd. I could do something different almost every day of the week. Is that a good plan Shadow or should I not diversify quite that much? I thought I would be keeping my body guessing, but it may need some sort of routine. Let me know.

cshelia

03-20-2010, 10:17 PM

Today is a rest day, especially after yesterdays hike.

Down 2.4 lbs for week 11:D hopefully I keep it off, we all know how the scales like to go up and down. I'm weighing in a day early, cause I won't be home in the morning to weigh in.

Eleanor

03-21-2010, 07:38 AM

Did some more walking yesterday, to the shop and back - since my village is on a hill and I live at the bottom, any walking does involve a bit of effort:-) Today I walked all around the village, delivering a heavy Avon order (two bone china cake stands? Why?) and then shopping and then the park... more walking later on too...

Shadow

03-21-2010, 01:45 PM

Hi, all! In light of my stiff workout yesterday, I rode the bike tonight, plus plain old arc trainer with no IT. I did the lat pull and the fly/delt at a weight where I didn't have to strain. Then I went to the chiro.
Sounds like a very wise and well-done day, my friend :thumbsup:!

Oh, I also tried the hanging leg lift thingy (the gym was empty) and decided it isn't a good idea. I think I'm both too heavy and too short, because my neck and shoulders tensed up way too much. Maybe someday.
I'm proud of you for trying it! AND for being wise enough to know that right now is not the time to try to master it :nod: ')!

Shadow

03-21-2010, 01:46 PM

Went hiking today, went 4.75 miles in about 2 hrs. Was completely wore out when we were done. Next time we need to take a snack to give us that extra boost. Still had a great time:D
Way to go, Sheila :thumbsup:!

Today is a rest day, especially after yesterdays hike.

Down 2.4 lbs for week 11 hopefully I keep it off, we all know how the scales like to go up and down. I'm weighing in a day early, cause I won't be home in the morning to weigh in.
CONGRATULATIONS :D!

Shadow

03-21-2010, 01:47 PM

Walking yesterday - nice brisk walk to the other end of town in my lunchbreak to visit the health food shop and get my whey powder:-) Since it's the weekend I'll probably be doing walking with the children for my exercise.
Walking is a great thing to do, Eleanor :D!

Did some more walking yesterday, to the shop and back - since my village is on a hill and I live at the bottom, any walking does involve a bit of effort:-) Today I walked all around the village, delivering a heavy Avon order (two bone china cake stands? Why?) and then shopping and then the park... more walking later on too...
Awesome :thumbsup:! Hmmm - maybe a big wedding coming up for someone?????

Shadow

03-21-2010, 01:48 PM

Morning Movers & Shakers!

Stretching before breakfast and supper.

Everybody have a good day!!
You too, Bill :D!sssssssss

Shadow

03-21-2010, 01:51 PM

Hi all, how are things going? I just finished my first Tai Chi workout. It was super. I love it. Makes you feel sooo relaxed. I forgot to look at the clock so don't know how long it actually took , will have to do that another time.
Wahoooo for you, Karole :D! Tai Chi is a great thing to do :D! (But I still expect the resistance, ya know :evil:!)

Anyway, I wanted to do something different , so I have a couple of weight/ resistance dvd's , a large ball workout dvd, a stretch band dvd, elliptical machine, walking outdoors and now my Tai Chi dvd. I could do something different almost every day of the week. Is that a good plan Shadow or should I not diversify quite that much? I thought I would be keeping my body guessing, but it may need some sort of routine. Let me know.
They're all good workouts, so I say give it a whirl and see how it goes :thumbsup:! You can do it that way for a month and if you feel it's giving you good results, stick with it. If not, then you can back up and go with a bit less diversity and see how that works during the next 4 weeks :). Sound like a plan :)?

Karole

03-21-2010, 02:30 PM

Thanks , Shadow I will try that for the next 4 weeks and let you know. We have a week long trailride coming up in mid April so will take along the dvd that I will most likely be willing to do and or is doable inside a camper. Of course I will be riding daily as well.

Shadow

03-22-2010, 10:29 AM

Thanks , Shadow I will try that for the next 4 weeks and let you know.
I know that, for me, it would be too much variety. But we are all different and you won't know until you try it :).
We have a week long trailride coming up in mid April so will take along the dvd that I will most likely be willing to do and or is doable inside a camper. Of course I will be riding daily as well.
I think riding, walking & lots of tai chi/flexibility/stretching would be great for that week :thumbsup:!