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@dkwi04 so exited for you. You go girl making hubby take another look
R1/D19 Wow- I can't believe I'm only 2 days away from finishing my first round. This is the longest I have eeeeeevvvverrrr stuck with a change in my diet....and the best part...i don't even think of it as a diet.
DVD UPDATE: yay..finally got my package!!!!I'm so exited I want to jump right into the excersise phase but I'm trying to make myself wait until I start R2 so I can see the difference between 21DF food plan only and 21DF food and excersise plan....yay...sooo exited!!!
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Everyone
You all are doing so amazingly well and I can't tell you how much I appreciate your stories, whether they are victories or struggles.
This will be a quickie!
We are off to the Renaissance Festival today and I have less than 2 hours to get showered, dressed, feed the dogs, feed myself, make sure I bring everything (sunblock, wipes, etc) before we dash out the door. Hopefully I'll be able to resist too much temptation while I'm there.
Morning Workout
Got through Dirty 30 although I still can't do that side plank thing which is once again making me doubt my readiness for 21DFX. Ugh. I struggled with the triceps kickback because I was using my heavy weight and it occurred to me halfway through the second set that I had worked those muscles almost every day this week. (Slim in 6 every other day M-W-F and 21DF on Tuesday and now today. My poor arms!
I tried to do Slim in 6 but there's a point where she does a side plank and it was just too much. Not after Dirty 30. I have a feeling that if I do brave 21DFX starting on Monday that it may wear me out so much I won't be able to keep up with Slim in 6.
Someone reassure me that 21 Day Fix Extreme isn't as scary as it looks!
Oh, I made it through the renegade rows without dropping to my knees and using my heavy weights. That's something, right?0 -
It's not as scary as it looks!! It is intense but totally doable and totally modifiable. And I can't do side planks without modifying either!0
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O M G!!!! so typical me..I could not wait.... I just finished Cardio Fix for the first time and I can't believe how Out of shape I am
. Even with the modifier and stopping 10 sec early at times...it kicked my butt. My legs are like jello and feel like they are going out from under me and I feel like puking...yuk. ...I guess since I'm already at rock bottom it can only go up....someone tell me this will get easier over time!!!??? 0 -
@SatiaRenee have fun at the festival - sounds exiting ....
And how on earth are you fitting all these exercise programs in and you are still able to move???0 -
O M G!!!! so typical me..I could not wait.... I just finished Cardio Fix for the first time and I can't believe how Out of shape I am . Even with the modifier and stopping 10 sec early at times...it kicked my butt. My legs are like jello and feel like they are going out from under me and I feel like puking...yuk. ...I guess since I'm already at rock bottom it can only go up....someone tell me this will get easier over time!!!???
It will get better. You will get stronger in no time. You will see a difference next time you do it. Cardio fix is THE worst. My least favourite day anyway, I dreaded it lol. And it bugs me that cardio fix is way harder than total body cardio fix, haha. You'd think it would be the other way around.
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OMG the side planks....I can't even do what Kat does. on her knee! I just lie on my side basically and do leg lifts. You know it's bad when you are modifying the modifier. Oh well, maybe it will get easier as I get lighter. But honestly I don't feel bad about it at all...all of this is SO much more than I have ever done in my life so I am happy!!
I did the renegade rows (?) for the first time today without modifying, the things where you're lifting the heavy weights while planking. Proud of myself for that!!!!
@germany03 I promise it's really true, it doesn't get easier but you get stronger!! I think Cardio Fix might be the hardest one of the week. I'm always dying by the end. Still am after many repetitions...but I'm not dying as much haha.
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@jpkrueger I did but I don't think my husband enjoyed it as much as he has in the past. We'll talk later and I'll get a feel for what he thinks was going on.
@germany03 Believe it or not, when Autumn says "It doesn't get easier but you get better" she's speaking truth. Cardio Fix will never be easier but you'll surprise yourself one day and get to the end of it thinking, "Wow! I did it." I mean, I'm in my fourth round and I only just did the Renegade Rows for the first time without being on my knees. I missed a few reps but I didn't drop to my knees.
And how do I keep moving? Well, to be fair, I didn't start out 21 Day Fix doing anything else but using my stationary bike, which is more like physical therapy for me. And the first week, I didn't use any weights at all. Then I only used 3 and 5 lb weights and still struggled, alternating some of the exercises, missing reps on others. It was all gradual. When I started the second round of 21 Day Fix, I really wanted to add some flexibility training into my routine so I chose PiYo. It was a good choice because the two really worked well together. But I go to bed a little sore every day and wake up a little sore too. I just keep moving because I know that the only way to keep the slight stiffness from becoming a permanent problem is to not stop.
@dkwi04 I have a feeling that Plyo Fix Extreme is going to be a bit of a joke tomorrow since I have to step everything out. No hopping, skipping, jumping but I know how to modify and how to push myself to get a good workout without doing anything high impact. Or even any impact, really. Stupid knees.
Morning Workout
I really needed today's Yoga Fix. It's day 21 for me so I'll be doing another round of "after" pics tomorrow. I didn't share my PiYo after pics because this is not a PiYo group. (So far as I can tell, there isn't a PiYo group.) But walking around the Renaissance Festival, losing my balance a lot, really has me feeling pain all over. And I know I'm stiff because some of the moves that I found easier to do last week were difficult this week. I simply wasn't getting as far or deep into the poses as before.
I had hoped to do 21 Day Slim Limber yesterday but ran out of time and, as a result, I did it today. Good choice. Just some more stretches which my body definitely needs.
Today would be a great day to just do nothing. But that's not going to happen. Rob has to work tonight, I have laundry to do, and we need to clean out the refrigerator and get the food shopping done. So things to do and . . . things to do . . . and I just wanna lie down and nap. At times like these, I wish I were a puppy.0 -
Back from vacation so I will be starting Round 3 tomorrow! If anyone else is also starting then, add me so we can suffer together0
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Did upper fix today and actually feel great. Woohoo..I like this alot better than cardio fix....BUT ...since I will start R 2 tomorrow...guess what's on my workout plan ?! *yikes* I'm so glad to be able to come here for good advise and those much needed pep talks(posts).0
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@germany03 I am already dreading my 6 am Monday morning Total Body Cardio Fix - such a tough one to start the week!!! But not dreading really...I like the challenge. OK well I like it after I am DONE 0
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Hi everyone. This was week 2 for me and I slacked off a bit since it was birthday this week. I could definitely tell in my measurements and weight. It didn't go up, but not down either. And the end of week 3 ends in a Vegas bachelor/bachelorette and a friend's birthday celebration!! Woo!! 5 days for mini-vacation. I think I'll count Friday morning as my final weigh-in! LOL!
Count me in as hating the cardio fixes, the total body is ok, it's the one with burpees that kills me. I HATE burpees. But, I am going to start mixing in some running. I just realized my first half-marathon is in 90 days!!0 -
I am so disappointed in myself today. I totally feel off the wagon for the weekend - binge would be an understatement. One week in and I am now UP! I was down so good going into the weekend. I need to find a way to let go and move on, but man am I mad!!!!!!!!!!!!
I did keep up with my workouts though, I even threw in a 21DF cardio yesterday in addition to yoga.0 -
I did it! I started 21 Day Fix Extreme today and stepped out all of the Plyo Fix Extreme workout. No, it wasn't easy.
@dkwi04 You must really be mad at yourself if you chose to do Cardio Fix when you didn't have to. Frankly, being mad is probably better than feeling guilt or shame. Anger is more active. And you know what to do and how to do it so it's just a matter of getting a handle on things again. You can do it.
Welcome back from your vacation, @Lauracharder! I started 21 Day Fix Extreme today. And I believe someone here has a daughter who loves burpees, @kathymford, but so far that's the only person I've ever heard of who likes them. I think that means you're in good company but, as Groucho Marx says, I wouldn't want to be in a club that would have me as a member.
Morning Workout
21DFX: W1/D1: Plyo Fix Extreme
I stepped it all out, lifting up onto my toes when possible. Definitely felt it in my calves (which are still sore from the Renaissance Festival). Used 5 & 7.5 lbs weights.
Slim in 6: W2/D1: Start It Up
I'm debating using a heavier resistance cord for this one but I also know that I don't want to over-do things since I'm also doing 21DFX now so I think I'll just continue letting this be my gentle/easy workout.
Planning Ahead
Some of you have probably noticed that I tend to plan ahead and here's what I have going on over the next few weeks.
This week, my brother-in-law is in town but I think I'm going to encourage Rob to go hang out with him without me. Frankly, I think they need a little male bonding time and I don't need the temptation of eating out. Besides, I know my next Treat Meal is merely 2 weeks away. My husband has a birthday coming up.
21 Day Fix Extreme
I'm going to stick it out, even if I miss reps or have to put down the weights altogether, I am going to step it out every step of the way for the next three weeks! That will carry me through June 28.
Slim in 6
This week I'm still doing Start It Up. Next week I'll begin Rev It Up and on the 29th, I'll begin the third and final disc, Burn It Up.
3 Day Quick Fix
Seems like the last 2 rounds of 21 Day Fix, all of the weight I lost was the direct result of my doing the 3 Day Quick Fix so I plan on doing that June 25-27.
3 Day Refresh
Starting on June 28, I'll do the 3 Day Refresh because . . .
Going on vacation July 1
This explains all the planning. LOL!
1) I wanted to lose as much weight as possible before the trip. (Message To My Thighs: STOP gaining inches. You aren't helping!!!)
2) I need to lose as much weight as possible because my mother and I are horrible influences on one another. (Seriously, my last visit she made a lemon cake, using 2 cake mixes, we at that for breakfast each and every day!)
3) I wanted to be doing a workout program that doesn't require a lot of equipment and/or physical space which is why Slim in 6 was/is the perfect choice.
4) I really want my family to be pleasantly surprised by my amazing results. They are entirely too loving to say anything negative but I can read between the lines of their compliments. "I love your haircut." "That necklace is so pretty." "Is that the same lipstick you wore on your last visit?" Yeah. This time I want them to say, "What have you been doing and what can we do to help you do more?"
5) I'm seeing my dear friend (I hope) who happens to be a professional body builder. Like my family, she will think I look lovely regardless but it would be awfully nice if she could at least notice some definition in my arms.
In the meantime, I'm still doing the 8 hour abs diet intermittent fasting thing where I try to eat all of the containers in an 8 hour time-frame. I start eating at 10am and stop shortly before 6pm. Frankly, it's a lot easier than it sounds. Anyway, I technically started it last week but since I also did the 3 Day Quick Fix and had a Treat Meal that turned into a Treat Day, I am not officially counting myself as "on" the "diet" starting last week. That was more a test run. LOL! So yesterday I officially started it.
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I wish I could be as organized with my workouts as you are @SatiaRenee. Half the time I can't decide what I want to do next and even when I'm doing it I'm thinking about other ones I want to try. I think I just get excited about all the ones I haven't done yet that my mind goes crazy.
I'm still sticking with insanity...not really sure why...not sure I "enjoy" it, I definitely can't do a full workout without stopping but I do like the calorie burn. I don't think I'm going to do the full 60 days though. Maybe 30. I really want to try 21dfx!!!! Like right meow!!! Lol! I had such great results my first round of 21df I really want to see that again and have a feeling the extreme might push me more towards achieving that. I was thinking of ordering it on amazon because it comes with the containers and I don't have them so then I can really do the meal plan with it too!
Yesterday was a rest day in insanity but I decided to do a level one workout of JMs 30 DS. I haven't done it in, well, before I got pregnant with my daughter and thought it would be semi easy after all I've done the last few months but boy was I wrong, lol! Can't complain though:)
Hubby starts night today so easier to get another night workout in when he's gone. Hoping to jump on the bike for a bit.
Happy Monday everyone!
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Today is Day 1! I woke up at 5:30 to get my workout in! I'm stoked that it's done, BUT, I had to modify a lot of the moves today because this weekend I went hiking and it was 2 miles of fairly steep incline...needless to say my calves are SCREAMING at me still. I really hope that this is the plan that is going to break new ground for me. I've done everything under the sun, I pray this is the answer!
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Day one for me (time number 3), checking in here for accountability, as I make it through day 3-4 and then just do the eating plans. I just realized my vacation (and first wedding anniversary) is 95 days away, plus I'm starting a Diabetes group tomorrow, so I'd like to be a somewhat good example for my patients!0
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@venuila 21 Day Fix Extreme does come with containers when you order off the Beachbody website too, just wanted you to know. And, I can't remember if you are drinking/were interested in Shakeology, but there is currently a sale on Beachbody on challenge packs (a challenge pack is the workout program + Shakeology). Basically it's like buying a month's supply of Shakeology and getting the workout for $10. Check with your coach, he or she will be able to tell you about the different options. A lot of my customers decided to buy Extreme this month because of the sale, it's a really good deal.0
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@jpkrueger I don't have a coach, but I want to add you. Do I just do it when signing up for the free account?0
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Thank you so much Kathy that's great to hear!!! Always looking for motivated people to join me!!!
You can go to my website (it's Beachbody but it's my coach site) and place your order from there....it will automatically assign me as your coach.
Teambeachbody.com/jillpnk
Feel free to message me with any questions!!!
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@kathymford, sorry, I see you already have the program. I'm a little slow after a long workday, haha. Anyway - if you would like to switch your coach to me, I can message you the instructions on how to do that, just let me know. If you originally ordered the 21DF from Beachbody, they would have randomly assigned you a coach so you do have one (who has never contacted you).0
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It's official ...first round results (meal plan only except for last 2 days)....1.8 lbs lost in weight and 2 inches from the waist...I am stoked!!!
D1/R2 Total body cardio fix done*hew* worst part...I'm still sore from the stupid surrenders from 2 days ago can't wait to see what my thighs/butt/legs feel like tomorrow *sigh*.
Best part- I did it ( with modifiers !!!
@dkwi04 don't beat yourself up about it. You did get those extra workouts in as you said and that's already something
Welcome @TheFo1dOut and welcome back @TnVeggie ..this is definitely it'll a great group to "type" with.
@venuila your calorie burns are impressive!!0 -
@SatiaRenee I absolutely love your posts and I have been meaning to ask you about the IF but you beat me to it! thanks!0
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@venuila The truth is, I plan ahead because I do have things I'm itching to try. My daughter gave me Slim in 6 for Mother's Day and I knew it would be perfect to start that when I finished PiYo because I could finish it while on vacation. (I'll probably skip a few days, though, because I fully plan on taking advantage of where I'll be on my vacation and doing some yoga and hiking.) But I also have Jillian Michaels' Body Revolution and I'm chomping at the bit to give that a try. As if that weren't bad enough, I am looking at T25 and I want to jump on that too. And you can see how well I did with putting off doing 21 Day Fix Extreme. Started that today even though I swore I didn't want to push myself between ow and when I get home from my vacation. I mean, honestly! If I didn't plan I could easily see myself starting one thing and getting distracted and wanting to try something else and then something else and so on and so on.
And you know, I've never ever managed to get past the phase 1 level of any of Jillian Michaels' workouts. I have 30 Day Shred and Ripped in 30 but never lasted long enough. I would get into week 2 and be growing bored and then try to go to phase 2 in week 3 and not be strong enough or ready. So back to phase 1 and more boredom. I'm hoping that Body Revolution will be better for me because 1) I feel stronger and 2) I feel like the program itself is broader with more variety so I'm less likely to get bored.
@TheFo1dOut I hope this is the plan that is the tipping point for you as well. I can honestly say it has been for me. I don't know how many people in this group realize how long I've been trying to lose weight but I've been at this for quite a while now (nearly 9 years) and for the longest time I was hovering around the same excess of weight, gaining and losing the same 5 lbs for YEARS. Then I gained more weight . . . and more weight. I could lose the weight. Sometimes I could even get back to that same "hovering" weight but I never could drop below it. I am barely below it now but I am below it and, what's better still, is that I am smaller, visibly more slender, because I've lost inches as well as pounds! And I have to modify everything! Especially at first. I will never be able to do Surrenders (bad balance and bad knees) and I am not supposed to do any jumping or hopping so even Burpees are not allowed. You can have success even with the modified version for all of the exercises. I'm proof positive of that!
@TnVeggie My husband and I took a diabetes class together. It made a huge difference for us. Of course, everyone else in the room hated him because he had to gain weight while most of them were trying to lose weight. So the teacher held up a single serving size of oatmeal and everyone was shocked by how small it was and then she would say, "Rob, you'll need to have 2 of these in the morning." By the third or fourth time, I'm surprised the people in the room didn't want to tar and feather him!
@germany03 I'm excited for you. You're going to love the workouts. They aren't easy but they are effective!0 -
Thanks @germany03 . They're only that high because it's insanity though. They aren't nearly as high when I do 21 df workouts.
@SatiaRenee I hear ya about JM. I got to the middle of level two once but never finished the whole thing. I find it boring too. I want to try Cize when it comes out too! I really need to sit down and prioritize which ones I want to do the most and in what order. You're inspiring me to plan it out! Tehe.:)
I sent u a msg @jpkrueger
Currently getting in some extra calories burned on the bike at the moment. Then going to relax and do some crocheting before bed. Have a good night ladies and gents!
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Hi everyone! I love reading about everyone's journey. I am on second week and I can't believe how far I've come since day one. I was modifying all the exercises and now I am only modifying 1/2 to 3/4. Autumn means it when she says you only get stronger. I feel it. Have a great day!0
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21DFX Round 1 Day #9
Got my plyo fix in yesterday, phew! I was so hungry yesterday, that must be a result of the crap I ate this weekend. So I did eat over my containers BUT I made healthy good choices for that. I also played ball with my son at the field while watching my daughters game. It turned into doing hill sprints and races too! So that is added exercise My husband showed up and gave me a nice compliment too - Saying how good I looked - jokingly...like Hey who is that cute looking girl running around. Means more to me then he knows.
The scale went down a little - which actually puts me at a 1 pound loss this round. Although I am still up 1.6 from my weigh in Saturday am. I'm just trying to stay focused and drink my water and move a little more.
Upper fix and 10 minute hardcore tonight! I am excited for that.0 -
Oops, I Did It Again
My husband often says that I should not try to stop myself from falling because that's how I end up hurting myself. My calves are still aching from stumbling around the Renaissance Festival. And yesterday I noticed an ache in my lower back (erector spinae) on the left side.
But if I've learned nothing else while doing 21 Day Fix, I know one thing and that's movement helps the muscles feel less painful. Everything in me wanted to not do anything at all today, especially because it was Upper Body Fix . . . EXTREME. Ugh.
Morning Workout
21DFX: W1/D2: Upper Body Fix Extreme
Used 5/7.5lbs. Shoulder presses were unbelievable. Triceps dips brutal. Thank goodness there wasn't a bonus round. I don't know what I would have done. Missed reps on push-ups and those damn tips but I finished the workout.
Then I debated if I had it in me to do more. I guess I did have a bit more to give because . . .
Slim in 6: 6-Pack & Limber
I did the side planks on my knee (because of my back) and there were times when doing the crunches was painful and then stretching things out was inviting more pain but I breathed into it and through it. I'll take an anti-inflammatory because I can and probably need to after what I just did.
@haleymiller0707 I am the poster child of modifying everything. It's amazing to me how much progress I have made even though I have had to modify so much. And I know exactly what you mean; it doesn't get easier but you definitely get better!0 -
Day 1 is in the books, Day 2 is starting out ROUGH.
I did the upper body fix this morning which wasn't terrible, but the fact that my legs are in so much pain right now makes me wonder how I'm going to get through tomorrow's workouts, but I'm going to do it regardless! I'm determined! (Walking down a flight of stairs is a nightmare right now) Anywho, does anyone know if there is a set schedule you're supposed to follow with the workouts? or can I just choose what I want to do each day as long as it's different? I think the lower body fix is supposedly next for me tomorrow and honestly like I said before, I can barely walk down a flight of stairs so I need to give those babies a rest. Also, does anyone have any tips on how to soothe sore muscles? is there a way to prevent a buildup of lactic acid other than drinking copious amounts of water? Thanks!
@SatiaRenee
Thanks for the kind words! I truly enjoy reading your posts!0 -
@TheFo1dOut - which program are you doing? There are schedules for each.
And the soreness will fade, but not for a few days - you NEED to just push through, you will feel better in doing so, I promise!
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