Cathe Fans Part 3!
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Hi ladies!
It's been a busy day for me so far. I had to make time in my day for a hair appointment, so at least I'm all pretty-ish now. I get really nervous trying to find a new hairdresser whenever we move because my hair is.....difficult (frizzy, wavy, etc). And I've had some very bad experiences. One lady was almost in tears trying to work on my hair. For me, going to the salon is like going to the dentist for most people....not a fun experience. In fact, since I've never had a cavity, I'd much rather go to the dentist than go to the salon. But.....I got lucky!! :drinker: There's a salon within walking distance of our house (which is important since we're trying to live with only one car....and my husband has that most days), so I gave it a shot. And the lady was wonderful! I'm really happy.
I started off my day, though, with my workout. I did Insanity's Max Interval Circuit, followed by YogaX. Both felt great to me today. I have more energy today than I've had in a long time, and it feels so good.
Tami, after doing the Insanity workout again this morning (its been three weeks since I've touched Insanity), I've decided to include at least one Insanity workout per week in my upcoming rotation. I love the intensity and, oddly enough, I've decided that I really like that I don't have to think during these workouts. The moves are basic, they are drills, etc so I can just plug-and-play without having to worry about tripping over my feet or whatever. I really think you'll like them once you give them a try.
Laurie, YAY!! on knowing Traci!! That makes me SO excited for this upcoming series.....because it sounds like it is going to be a series, and that's good. There was a day when the only video instructor that appealed to me and challenged me enough was Cathe. And while I still LOVE Cathe, I'm so happy to have more options these days. And I think it's good for my body too. Regarding Max Interval Sports Training, I think it's a good option as a substitute on some days. There is upper body work (as you mentioned, mostly in the gymnastics section, but also in the football session....and, of course, there is boxing), but I don't find it exhausts my arms like some of the drills in the other workouts (especially the third set of intervals in Max Interval Circuit :noway: ). Glad to hear you are feeling better! :flowerforyou:
Erika, so happy to hear you are feeling better. And how fun to have somebody cheering you on through your workout!!
Michelle, great review on Bob's workout (you made me laugh!). So where did you find these DVDs? I've seen people mention Walmart and Target, but I couldn't find them at Target. I definitely want to get a couple of them because they sound great! And I wouldn't mind him coming to my home and training me either.
I love that you and your husband have that kind of quality time. I'm one of those people who can drink a full cup of coffee and go right to sleep (I learned that in college when I was trying to stay awake studying for finals....and ended up sleeping instead). The only time caffeine bothers me is if I haven't eaten and/or I eat too much sugar when I'm having coffee (coffee and sweet rolls for breakfast can send me flying for hours...and then crashing HARD!) Hope your little one gets to feeling better.
Kara....hope all is well. I was thinking about you this morning while I was working out and just wanted to mention how much I admire you for sticking with that rotation you were doing throughout this process of returning to school. You're amazing!
Hope you all enjoy the rest of your day!
Laurel0 -
So this a.m. was a “snooze” day ….. :ohwell: I woke up at 3 AM because my DH woke up suddenly.:noway: So when I fell back asleep and the alarm went off at 4:15 I was a bit groggy. So at any rate, I will be doing my workout when I get home tonight.
I have BootCamp planned so will just have to kick the DH out of the family room for a bit.
Erika: Love the “nick names” – that is funny, made me laugh! :laugh: :laugh: So good to hear your energy is back and you are feeling 100%! What a relief I’m sure. How cute that must have been to have a little cheering section going this a.m. That’s great you are looking forward to STS again and working the legs! You had said you are starting that up in January? Is that right?
Laurie: Very glad to hear your headache has gone away! :happy: The Undulating rotation that Laurel & I are doing is finished on Dec. 18th – that week is the Recovery week. So Dec. 19th will be doing “something” new. I am excited to mix in a new rotation yes, I know I will definitely do STS again & again and will do an Undulating as well sometime. It will be fun to use pieces of STS (like Plyo legs!) and others but do some circuit and total body workouts too.
The mix of workouts will probably be good to change things up a bit for my body.
Michelle: I’m glad Pure Burn Strength was good ~ Can’t wait to give it a try. :bigsmile: That is such a great way to look at the job position, I agree. In as much that you want the position & anxious to hear, if it is truly meant to be it will happen. Ugh on Mr C and his barking! I don’t know if you want to go this route but I have heard of bark collars you can put on a dog that releases a scent if they bark :huh: or for more intensity a “training” collar that you can “buzz” them when they bark; it is also used for training dogs as well.
Laurel: Excellent news on finding a stylist straight away that you like and did a good job PLUS you can walk there. :drinker: I am lucky because my very best friend in life is my hair dresser, so no stress there. Thanks on the Insanity comment. Glad to know it will be something I can just plug into my rotation, any one that sticks out to try first? Bob Harper’s DVD’s – I got mine both on Amazon. He also has a new one coming out: Yoga Warrior that is on there too. I like him a lot and would third the thought of having him over to train me, what a treat that would be. Good job on your workout this a.m., I bet it felt great and good to hear you have more energy today.
Hope you all have a great day!
Tami (aka: Legs!) :laugh:0 -
1st I have to tell Michelle that I did not spend $1000.00 on a dishwasher. I know it WAS pricey though. I like to buy alot of things on '6 months same as cash' type deals. I will break up the amount into equal monthy payments.
2nd: my nickname of Superwoman is not deserved! I skipped working out yesterday. I need to just come to grips with the fact that Wed. is going to be a rest day. Its just such a long day at school that I never want to do anything when I get home.
Erika: You seem so peppy today!! Glad you're feeling better! I've decided that if any KCM dvds that I don't already own are discounted during the Total Fitness Thanksgiving sale, that's what I'm getting. And yes, I'm starting STS in January!! YAY!!
Tami: Hope you're able to kick out the DH & get your workout in! I have the entire Bob set, & just FYI...the yoga is pretty good too!!
Laurel: THANK U for the nice words! I do hope I am able to continue some form of a rotation the entire time I'm in school. We'll see if that's possible come summer. You are SO lucky to have found a hair stylist already!! Every time I have moved it has taken me at least a year to click with a new stylist.
Michelle: I LOVE BOB & would LOVE, LOVE for him to come to my house & train me...or just to chat or just for me to stare at him... Hope the 4yr old is feeling better. I swear, that Capone is a mess. It seems like everyday its something else w/him!
laurie: Glad your headache is all gone & you're feeling better!
I did Atletica tonight. This is up there w/KCM Circuit Burn & 'the Bob's' as my favorite workout purchases of the year. Anyone wanting to try kettlebells w/o the expense of actually buying kbells, this is the dvd for you!! It is a fantastic kick-butt workout. I just LOVED it.
Hope everyone is having a nice night. I have yet another test tomorrow. Wish me luck....0 -
Boot Camp done!! :drinker: :bigsmile: Felt good & I thoroughly enjoyed it! :happy: DH had some things to do out in the shop so it all worked out!
Kara: Good to hear from you and thanks for the Yoga review. It looks good, I'm sure it is going into the purchase list! I think you definitely deserve "Super Woman" - your school schedule, workouts, etc. You deserve a rest day! You are doing an amazing job I think .... so good on ya :drinker: and don't be hard on yourself for needing that rest!
Talk to you all tomorrow! :bigsmile:
Tami0 -
TGIF Ladies!!! I'm so glad it's here (although it feels like it took FOREVER!) :grumble:
This morning was a snooze morning for me. I wasn't terribly tired, but just didn't want to get out of bed...plus I had a handsome little boy that wanted to snuggle for a bit! Love it when the kids wake up before I get outta bed so I can get some snuggles in!
Tami--Glad to see you got your workout in...sounds like it all worked out well! Snooze mornings are nice, but I have a hard time getting an evening workout in. We'll see if that happens for me tonight! Yes, I'm planning STS for January, I"m excited to plan that one all out!
Kara--Thanks for the info on Atletica...now, my list of nothing has grown to several DVD's I must have! :huh: We should start our STS rotation around the same time so we can go through it together. Are you doing the short or long rotation? I still think you deserve Superwoman...I can tell you I'd rather work 40 hours a week than go back to school...I consider those that go back to school to be superheroes!
Laurel--That is so nice that you found a hair stylist so close to home. I finally have a lady that I really like/trust, but she is good, so tends to get booked up fast. I had to get my hair cut by someone else this fall as she was booked for weeks, and we had family photos coming up, for which I needed a hair cut. Well, I shouldn't have done it, but it's done now. My problem is that I have super straight hair, except on one side of my head I have some volume in my roots. So, if my hair is cut and then flat ironed, one side is longer than the other. Or if I blow dry it a certain way, one side is longer. So frustrating!! :grumble: I got your email, thanks for that! I'm excited to plan out the full rotation!!
Michelle--Great review on Bob's workout. I have now added that one to my list (although I have a hard time getting past back-up people that do the moves wrong or make weird faces, so I have to get past that first!)..that list is getting longer!!! I hope your 4yo is feeling better this morning and that Capone let you sleep...ugh!
Laurie--Sounds like you had a great workout yesterday and will enjoy your Yoga today! Can you get some in for me too?!?
Well, off to get my work done and maybe sneak out early today! We've got a busy weekend, which includes taking the boys to see The Christmas Story, front row at the Children's Theatre...it's going to be so fun!0 -
Morning Ladies,
This morning my body needed a great stretch and so I did 50mins of Callanetics which is similar to Lotte Berk with more stretching and way more reps.
Laurel- Bob's workout I bought via Amazon then I found it in Walmart in the sports section for 10 bucks:grumble: I'm happy that the hairdresser worked out because with our constant moves I dread finding a new hairdresser in new cities. I tend to ask someone on the street if their hairstyle is really cute
Kara- I also found one for 800 with great reviews. Hey even Superwoman has to take a day off:laugh: Stop being so hard on yourself...school is hard to balance.
Tami- I told my DD that I was going to muzzle his butt:grumble: because now he is tearing up the patio cushions and yesterday our backyard looked like cotton fell from the sky:laugh: :mad: My DD the future Vet is really against shock collars but desperate measures may call for desperate measures:bigsmile:
Erika- Funny story ref. Bun of steels..this Summer during my family tragedy many family members flew in from all over, so during one dinner my English cousin Annie saw me and said come here Shelly. As I approached she said, " Let me touch your bum:blushing: , are you wearing those butt panties:noway: " Needless to say I looked at her as if she was crazy and reminded her that I wanted to lose the butt now gain it:laugh: After feeling my butt cheek she smiles and says your butt is tight and high and looks like you are wearing one of those panties:blushing: :blushing: I forgot all about that converssation in my grief but yesterday it was a great incentive to continue with my Berk style workouts
Laurie- I forgot about those darn allergies..hopefully you are back to normal:flowerforyou: .
Off to gymnastics and it is chilly this morning.
Michelle0 -
Morning Ladies,
Kristin McGee's Power Yoga for me today, and it really felt good. I know my body really needed this recovery week, that phase 2 of P90X is tough on the body.
Michelle, I do have to get into the sporting goods section of Walmart. I go there all the time to get grocerys, but then I want to get the heck out of the store as soon as my shopping list is done. :laugh: I to wouldn't mind having Bob as a personal trainer, bet he would be tough. The shock collars can be the only alternative at time, and the dog learns quick. Sorry to hear that he is in his bad (what I call) pre-teen years. :laugh: Our first dog got herself out of a cage, just by working the wires. She also took an arm of our couch apart, just kept nawing at it. :laugh: I laugh now, but at the time it was not funny.
Laurel, Getting the right person to do your hair is very important. My DH has very curly hair, and he has gotten some really horrible haircuts. It took quite a few people before we found someone that could handle his hair, so understand why you would be leary of getting yours cut. Thanks for the reminders on the Insanity workouts, since you just where doing those workout they are more fresh in you mind that in mine. I might alternate between the sports on and the Cardio Conditioning.
Tami, I was hitting the snooze button this morning, but it was because I didn't want to go outside in the 26 deg temps. :laugh: My yoga workout was a short one, so it wasn't so bad. So you will be done with the rotation before Christmas, and then you can try out those new Cathe workouts too. Glad you where able to get your workout done.
Kara, So I need to add that yoga DVD to my wish list now. :laugh: It is hard to make yourself take that day off, but you are so busy that it really seems necessary. In my eyes that puts you up to Superwoman status. I think we all can be superwomen at certain times of our lives. I've seen it in these ladies since we started chatting on this thread. She uses weights instread of kb's in the Atletica workout doesn't she? Might be another one that goes on the wish list. :laugh:
Erika, I'm on the TGIF bandwagon also! Did you feel your body stretching out this morning. :laugh: Sounds like a fun weekend at the theater for you and the boys. I love taking the girls to see plays, they want to go see A Christmas Carol every year. They both love the ballet too, but that really gets expensive. I don't get those snuggles to much anymore. Enjoy them.
Have a great day!
Laurie0 -
Happy Friday!!
I've had some great workouts this week. It is the first week I can honestly say that since before I left Korea. Today I started with Turbo Fire 45 Class, which was really good fun. I took a long break between workouts, the I did STS Disk 11/Back and Triceps. I went up in weights in many categories!! That felt SOOOOOO good since I wasn't able to actually do my recommended weights last time. What a change! I finished it off with Core Max 3, which felt tough! That one always gets me, which is why I do it so rarely. :ohwell:
Kara, I think you really do deserve the title because you've taken on a whole new life, yet you've stuck to your workouts. I really am amazed. Thanks for the review of Atletica. I've never heard of that one before, so I'll have to look into it.
Tami, glad you got your workout in last night, but sometimes a snooze morning is just needed. Thanks for letting me know about finding Bob Harper on Amazon.
Erika, like I said, sometimes is a snooze/snuggle morning is needed. I think it's great that you spend that kind of time with your young boys. Enjoy the show this weekend. That sounds like fun.
Laurie, I'm glad you've enjoyed your recovery week. No doubt your body needed it to get over the last month AND to prep itself for what's coming up. Are you looking forward to this next phase? It should really kick the intensity up a notch with those longer Insanity workouts.
Michelle, thanks, too, for letting me know where to look for the Bob Harper DVDs. I'll have to try our Walmart. I hate going in there and am usually running in and out as fast as I can. But, for Bob, I'll slow down and look around for the DVDs. Sorry to hear about the continuing puppy problems. I think you've talked me out of ever owning a dog. :laugh: I'm just kidding, of course. But I'll have to remember that little cute furry balls aren't always cute if I ever get tempted. We've never had a pet because of all of the moving. Who knows if we ever will.
Hope you all have a great weekend!
Laurel0 -
Hello Ladies & TGIF! :drinker:
This a.m. was STS Disk 11/Back and Triceps which was a good workout and felt excellent for a Friday a.m.! Looking forward to the weekend ~ getting in some house cleaning (that’s not the fun part) hopefully a stretch/Yoga in the a.m. and then my Sunday Legs/Cardio/Volleyball!
Erika: Sounds like a great way to start your day! :happy: Even better than the best workout ~ Yes, I was glad it all worked out last night for my workout. Sometimes DH is all snuggled up watching a game or something so it is hard to “kick him out” of his space after a day of work. But it was all good last night and BootCamp was fun! STS will be perfect to start off the New Year with :bigsmile: and if you and Kara are doing it at the same time that will be great!
Laurie: Awwww Yoga Friday for you! I love Kristen MCGee. I have her Pilates for Weight Loss (I think I’ve told you that before) but she has a nice approach and I am sure her Yoga is good too. Yes, the week of Christmas I can be trying out my “new” workouts/new rotation. Really need to get some things down on paper so I know what I want to do! I mention that because I know you understand the “need” since you are Rotation Queen & plan way in advance.
Michelle: Great job on getting your stretch in. I bet that did feel good. I am hoping to get in a stretch/yoga tomorrow. I know what you are saying on the shock collars and believe me I am all about that being a last resort, completely just a suggestion.:ohwell: My DH has used one on our lab for training but only uses the “buzz” option which I felt in my hand beforehand. He will just about do anything you ask just having the collar on, without pressing anything.:huh:
Laurel: I’m glad to hear your workouts are going so well and you have had such a good week with them! :bigsmile: It is always rewarding to have that feeling I think. I’m with you on WalMart … YIKES. :noway: They built a new “super store” near our house and I dropped in one day. I had to hurry and get outta there. Didn’t even look in sporting goods. I know the Yoga one is on pre-order (comes out beginning of Dec) right now so don’t know if WalMart would have it yet. In case you venture out for that. But the other 2 might be there!
Hope you all have a great weekend! :flowerforyou:
Tami0 -
So I did Peak 10 Strength for 2nd time today. I really do like both of these workouts. But the cardio one is very easy compared to the strength one (at least for me). So those that require hard-core, gasping for breath cardio may not fully enjoy the Peak 10 cardio. However, its not easy & it is a great interval workout...bringing your heartrate down & then climbing back up again (& its FUN). I did hear she is finished filming the entire Peak 10 'program' that will be called 'Peak Fit Challenge'. I will say that I like these 2 dvds enough to where I would be very interested in an entire rotation set out by her w/these types of dvds.
On a different note, yesterday I did Tracey Staehle (spelling?) Cardio Kickbox Challenge & while it was a great, sweaty workout, the cues are just horrible. If you need good, clear cues...stay away. Its a keeper for me, but not sure DH will be able to follow it.
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Good Morning Ladies!
Can't believe that Monday is here already! My alarm went off and I thought it was a joke! :grumble: We had a blast at A Christmas Story Saturday night...the kids LOVED having front row seats! It wil be something they talk about for a long time! We got home from that just in time though, as we had a huge system of freezing rain here, and I guess it was bad. By the time we ventured out Sunday morning for church, the roads had been treated. I spent all day yesterday making my Christmas cards, wrapping Christmas presents (I'm almost done with my shopping too!!) and planned out my STS rotation (thanks to Laurel!), so I feel super productive!
This morning was KCM Cardio Blast--the premix of everything together. LOVE that one! :bigsmile: I am still really liking this KCM rotation, so I've decided to add 4 more weeks of it to get me through the end of the year! :bigsmile:
Kara--Sounds like you had a couple great workouts! I hope I get Peak 10 from my inlaws!! Sounds like a good kickboxing workout too! Any others you'd recommend? I'm always looking for additinoal kickboxing DVD's. My problem, is that I have to have the right music with it, or I can't get into it. Too bad we can't buy just 1 disc from TF...Laurel had a good one the other day!
Tami--Great job on the Back and Triceps. I LOVE working triceps (and biceps and shoulders too!), maybe because I always feel it the next day! I hope you got all your cleaning done and got in your workouts/VB games too!
Laurel--Awesome job on upping the weights...that always feels good! It sounds likeTF 45 was a good workout too! Follow it up with Core Max...wow!
Laurie--Thanks for the stretch on Friday...I needed it! :laugh: Sounds like it was the perfect workout for your Friday!
Michelle--I bet that stretch felt awesome! Even better that you get lots of reps in there! Love the comment about the butt panties...I'd take that compliement if I got it!:bigsmile:
Well ladies, off to get ready for work. We got more freezing rain last night, and are supposed to get snow this afternoon, so I better get going and get some work done early so I can leave early if needed.
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Morning Ladies,
I didn't workout all weekend, because DH and I finally got our bedroom painted. So is painting and moving bedroom furniture around considered reovery work? :laugh: The room looks great, and I the furnitrue is now in positions that I have been thinking would look great.
This morning was P90X Chest & Back along with Barry's Bootcamp Fat Blaster Abs. Had to take a break from Ab RipperX.
Laurel, I knew it wouldn't take you long to get back to full or better strength gains. :drinker: I don't know how I feel about these next phase, in a way I'm kicking myself about doing the 2nd month Insanity workouts. :laugh: But then again I think I need to kick if up a notch, will see how I feel after tomorrows workout.
Tami, Yes I do have that need to know what my next rotation will be, I'm so bad about that. :laugh: Guess I always need something to look forward to. Are you ready for those new workouts to land on your doorstep? :happy:
Kara, Great news on the Peak 10 DVD's, might have to order those as soon as she puts them up for pre-sale. I have that Tracey workout, and totally agree with you on the cueing. :huh: I felt like I got a good workout, but was always two steps behind.
Erika, We only have the rain, really don't enjoy going to work with freezing rain. Everyone seems to forget how to drive. :grumble: Glad the KCM rotation is going so well for you.
Have a great day!
Laurie0 -
Morning Ladies,
I had a busy weekend as we took the kids down to Corpus Christi to see the Lego Artist Nathan Sawaya's display. I was able to work out both days with Bar Method & cardio and then Callanetics on Sunday for a good stretch. Last night I did Just Dance 2 with the girls and I definitely will start to count that as additional cardio as the HR is truly maintained:bigsmile: The kids are off this week for the holiday and I challenged my eldest to a dance off to beat her high scores on at least 5 songs:noway: so hopefully I will remember to put on the HR monitor to see what it records This weekend we were also able to test the Kinect and it was truly alot of fun and very realistic but we will not buy another gaming system
Laurie- Ooooh a paint job is labor intensive not to mention an all day gig:laugh: I'm happy that the decorating turned out great..perfect for the holidays . I love to change up things for the holidays so I'm thinking of purchasing some new comforter & quilt sets for the rooms.
Erika- Are you still using your BodyBugg to track your weight, etc? I was looking at the Bodymedia and thinking of putting it on my wish list but I'm honest enough to know that within a few weeks it may become a decorative accessory in my cabinet:blushing: Glad to hear the boys enjoyed the show:bigsmile:
Laurel- Glad to hear that you are finally back on track . Yes, I try to ignore all Walmarts in general:laugh: and was going to the toy section when I saw the exercise area and all of the dvds for only 9-10 dollars. I was told those dvds are also in Target but I try to avoid that store because of my spending habits, but Target is always a better shopping experience overall:bigsmile:
Kara- I was previewing Atletica last night and I see that it is very Upper body intensive but overall had great reviews. I love Bob's dvd and that one was definitely felt two days later in my traps compared to anywhere else so I'm thinking of putting her on the list:blushing: I also saw some new KB dvds by Paul Katanami(sp).....never heard of him but he has a drills KB and a combos KB which incorporates2-3 moves per combo. Hmmmmmnnnnn..no review yet on collage.
Tami- I may need that collar and of course would rely on the buzz option only. We are hoping to resume his training this week so we will see how that progresses. This weekend he had a crazy wake up schedule and barked from 2-6:30am, I really wished I had that collar that night:laugh: . We were also gone so I'm not sure if that and his allergy pills may of hyped him up and disrupted his sleep:frown: Last night was much better so who knows with Mr. Capone. I do know that I'm looking forward to Xmas break when he gets boarded while we are on vacation:blushing:
I'm definitely feeling a bit tight and lazy today so hopefully my B12 drops will kick in soon.
Michelle0 -
Hey ladies!
Definitely a busy weekend here. Another MFP friend who I met on the 40+ club came down to visit us on Saturday. It was great fun getting to know she and her husband, and we enjoyed a great day walking around DC. Yesterday, I focused on getting ready for Thursday and getting ready to put the Christmas stuff up. We haven't had it up in two years, so I went through all our boxes yesterday to see what kind of shape it was in, if we needed anything, etc. Not fun, but at least we are ready now when we decide to decorate. I also got in a great workout yesterday. I did STS Disk 35 (Plyo Legs) followed by the cardio only premix of Circuit Blast. That was a good short cardio add-on and a perfect way to end Plyo Legs. Today I did STS Disk 34 (Chest/Back) and, once again, was able to lift my recommended weights. This workout felt WAY better for me than it did three weeks ago. I also did Turbo Fire 45 EZ, which was terrific, terrific fun!!! :drinker: I only have a couple of cardio workouts that I haven't tried (one Fire and a couple of HiiT), and I can honestly say I'm glad I got it. While Chalene will never be my favorite instructor, I find these workouts to be good fun, and I like that. The intensity isn't outrageously high on many of them, making them perfect for after a heavy strength training session (like today).
Kara, thanks for the DVD reviews!! I must admit, I like good cuing. That's one of my problems with Chalene. I think she forgets she's supposed to be 'teaching' at times. But the good thing is these workouts aren't tough choreographically, so I can get by. But if there is any choreography, I get really frustrated with bad cuing.
Tami, sounds like you had a great workout on Friday. So are you going to take the 'down' week at the end of this rotation? I'm thinking about not lifting heavy weights but going pretty tough on the cardio factor (while lifting lighter weights/doing more endurance workouts). I really don't think I want to take a recovery week during the period of time that my eating is probably going to turn historically bad. :blushing: I think I'll be fine as long as I don't attempt any heavy weights. Right now, I'm thinking of the following workouts (Sunday thru Friday): KPC; Butts and Guts (plus some short cardio); Cardio Fusion; Drill Max; Insanity Max Interval Circuit; Body Max 2. Any thoughts? I think I'll start the new workouts the week after this 'recovery' week.
Laurie, I'm thinking painting and moving furniture constitutes a pretty strenuous workout. I'm glad you are happy with the results. Good job on the workouts this morning. I'll be thinking about you tomorrow as you tackle your Insanity workout. Hope it feels great!
Erika, so happy to hear your boys enjoyed the show. What a fun show that is too! And it doesn't sounds as if the freezing rain kept your from being active and busy this weekend. I saw the news report on the weather you are having that way, and it looks like it is getting cold! We're still in the 60s, making it hard to believe that Thanksgiving is just a couple of days away. Be safe back there!
Michelle, thanks for the guidance on finding Bob's workouts because I was in Walmart this weekend (:noway: ) and managed to stay in there long enough to find Bob's workouts. :drinker: So they are in my hot little hand, and hopefully I'll get a chance to preview them soon to figure out how to put them in my upcoming rotation. Sounds like you had some good workouts this weekend! I hope you enjoy your week with your kids.
Cathe's DVDs have shipped, and I'm reading reviews. They look good! So many new workouts, so little time.....
Hope you all enjoy the rest of your day.
Laurel0 -
Yippee I took over 4 of my eldest high scores and then started to fizzle at the end and my 4 yr old beat me:blushing: :laugh: After 45 minutes and 8 or 9 songs my HRM logged in 650 calories burned.:bigsmile: Noow that is what I call a great cardio workout without the dread factor:laugh:
Michelle0 -
Kara- I was previewing Atletica last night and I see that it is very Upper body intensive but overall had great reviews. I love Bob's dvd and that one was definitely felt two days later in my traps compared to anywhere else so I'm thinking of putting her on the list:blushing: I also saw some new KB dvds by Paul Katanami(sp).....never heard of him but he has a drills KB and a combos KB which incorporates2-3 moves per combo. Hmmmmmnnnnn..no review yet on collage.
Just wanted to quickly say that it was actually my legs that were very sore after Atletica. It is very much like a kettlebell workout in that much of the force of the movement comes from your legs. My inner thighs were screaming at me for days. However, there is alot of upper body work as well...like 50 push-ups done in sets of 5 with only like 3 seconds of rest in between.
(Ok...i have GOT to go start studying....:sad: )0 -
Hi Ladies ~
Weekend was good …. I got the cleaning done which felt great. I was feeling a little overwhelmed w/ not having some things done around the house and Thanksgiving company coming this week. :ohwell: Can’t believe it’s here already! Yesterday was STS # Plyo Legs followed by Cindy Whitmarsh Incred Abs #4 (which is standing abs w/ planks) then off to V-ball! It was a good day of activities. This a.m. was STS #34 (Chest & Back) which felt good & again I felt stronger this time around. Tonight I am planning on Turbo Kick right after work for my cardio.
Kara: Thanks for the feedback on Peak10. Still sounds like it might be a fun one to add for days that I just want that "fun ~ go to" type workout! :laugh: The description/preview looks similar to the Turbo Kick class I go to on Monday nights. Good luck with school and your studies!
Erika: That is excellent you have some great memories stored up from the Christmas show. :bigsmile: I bet that was so fun. Good job on the workouts & that sounds like a great plan until you start STS, especially since you are enjoying these workouts/combos so much. Have you decided on the length of STS rotation you are doing in January?
Laurie: Yes I am! :bigsmile: I saw my e-mail today that they have been shipped. :bigsmile: Yahoo! Looking forward to them. I even previewed Intensity again this weekend to see and it might just be slipping into one of my cardio days shortly after the wrapper is off! I would say the furniture moving, rearranging, etc. was probably a great workout. That feels great to get things all situated and fresh paint!
Michelle: :laugh: I love it, what a great way to burn the calories! Fingers crossed on the training and future struggles with Mr. C. I know it will get better, just a matter of when. SO sorry for you guys and the barking, etc. I meant to ask you the other day … what is the name of the Multi Vitamin that someone suggested to you?
Laurel: Thanks for the reviews you have given us all on TF, I wish they could sell individual workouts vs. the whole set. How fun that you got to hang out with one of your MFP friends! I would imagine putting up your Christmas goodies this year will be fun since you haven’t been able to do that in a couple years. We must have been feeling the same things that week because I felt great today and was struggling a bit 3 weeks ago. Again I will say I am glad I’m not alone in that feeling sometimes & right to the end of this whole rotation even! You have read my mind ~ I was absolutely thinking of that as well for the Recovery week. Because of when it falls I wanted to be doing more circuit/endurance based but with light weights and w/ some good cardio! Then the week after starting into a “new” rotation. That looks like a great week of workouts you have in mind to me & the perfect combination. Have you picked your new rotation or kind of waiting on the new ones to arrive as well?
Hope you all have a great afternoon & evening! We have snowy, icy weather right now ..... but it's pretty out there!
Talk to you all tomorrow. :flowerforyou:
Tami0 -
Good Morning Ladies--only 2 more days of work for the week--yeah! :bigsmile:
This morning was KCM Weights...I'm hoping my abs aren't sore for days again like they were last time I did this one! :huh:
Tami--Glad you got the cleaning done and got in some great workouts too!! I decided on the 3.5mo rotation, as I'm afraid I may get distracted if I go longer than that. I figure I can always start the rotation over again if I decide I want to have it go longer! Stay safe with that icy weather!
Kara--Sounds like that Atletica workout did what it was supposed to do! I hope your legs are feeling better now!
Michelle--Ok, now I've got to put Just Dance on my Christmas List! Sounds like that would be right up my alley! GREAT calorie burn!! Sounds like Corpus Christie was fun...I've never been there, but heard it's great! Yes, I'm still wearing my GoWearFit every day! It took about a week and then it got to be a habit. Honestly, I don't even realize I'm putting it on most mornings, I'm just so used to it. I have decided when my monthly contract is up in May, though, that I'll probably sell it, as I think I will have gotten all the data I need from it by then. I've been able to go through all my workouts and get rid of ones that just don't get me the calorie burn I'm looking for, and also able to determine what things I do during the day that really get my calorie burn up (ie taking the stairs, parking at the end of the parking lot at work, cleaning, etc). I think it's a great tool, and am really glad I got it!
Laurel--How fun to meet up with another MFP'er. I was just thinking last night how fun it would be if the 5 of us had the opportunity to meet up sometime...always fun to meet people in person that you "chat" with daily! I bet that felt good to not only get in some great workouts this weekend, but also get the Christmas stuff organized! I always feel much better once I've gone through my stuff and taken inventory, and prepped it for when I need it! I'm with Tami on the TF workouts...I wish they would sell them individually...I would bet they would make a killing on those DVD's if they could do that, but I'm sure that's wishful thinking!
Laurie--I think the painting and moving furniture counts as a workout, for sure! I haven't had to paint a room in awhile (hubby loves to paint), but it's the best feeling getting a fresh, new color on the walls and getting everything arranged just how you like it! Great job on getting that all done this weekend!
Off to work...catch you all tomorrow!0 -
Morning ladies,
It is a grey, misty & lazy kind of day and my saddlebags are talking to me:laugh: Last night I did extra reps completing at least a couple of sets every hour. If you have done isometric exercises before then it truly hits those buried muscles I can honestly say that my saddlebags are actually slimming down now that I'm using my Callanetics dvd. Now this dvd dates back to the 80's with full leotards, etc but the body is definitely tightening up where I really need it on the bottom half:bigsmile: The dvd states if prepping for a special occasion to use everyday....sheesh. Hubby's Xmas parties are rapidly approaching and although one is usuallya casual affair the second one tends to be a bit more formal:grumble:
Laurel- These last two years we have skipped the unloading and prepping for Xmas due to out of town visits. My hubby tends to make it a late night family tradition to suprise the kids in the morning but his attention to detail can drive me crazy not to mention the hours it requires:noway: It sounds like both of you have waited long enough to celebrate
Tami- I can't remember the name of the vitamin but it is sold online by Vitacost and it is a liquid vitamin. It is described as green in color and seems to blend vitamins and fruits for a complete blend. As it is liquid it is absorbed quickly and seems to provide an increase in energy quickly. I will have the name for you later today.
Erika- Those boys look adorable:bigsmile: Ok thanks for the feedback. CC was fun but we are headed to Padre Island this weekend which is right next to Mexico so we are excited to see the turtles and maybe even some dolphins too.
Laurie- What desserts are we making for the holidays:bigsmile: I'm trying to decide whether to be good and not order any pies or just buy those slice versions to elimnate a week long carbfest
Kara- Good luck on the exams:flowerforyou: Yes in Powerstrike I tend to feel that one more in my legs than arms too:laugh: Ok great I will keep it on the list
Michelle0 -
Morning Ladies,
What a crazy day as far as weather in our area. We had rain coming down in buckets, a tornado that was just to the south of us and the temps went from 60 deg to 20 deg overnight. :huh: Anyway I got in Insanity Max Cardio Conditioning and I was surprised that I did so well with it. My arms/shoulders didn't fatigue while doing the floorwork at all. The fatigue of doing the exercise for a minute is what eventurally would get me, but my arms didn't give out at all. Guess I have built up some good strength these last two months. :drinker:
My DVD's where in my mail when I got home, the box was a little soaked. I previewed a little of the Intensity one, and will be trying out the Hiit the first time I have about 30 min. free. LOL All of it is off the step, so really what I love the best.
Michelle, WTG on you capturing those high scores, guess that dd of yours is a good dancer! I'm thinking that one will be going on our Christmas list too. I'm sure that my dd's will be beating me hands down. LOL Dang on that Capone and his barking.
Laurel, That is so cool that you where able to meet someone from chatting with them. I did that with some of my friends I meet from Cathe's site. All the ladies where exactly like they where when I was chatting with them. Wow what great workouts you had for your weekend. How did all the Christmas deco take the moves? So nice that you are able to put them up this year. Totally loved the Insanity workout this morning, I think that I'm going to try the Sports Conditioning next week.
Tami, I'm in the same boat as you, we have DH's family over for Thanksgiving and my house still needs to be taken care of. The dd's promised to help out when they are off tomorrow. Crossing my fingers that they actually do something instead of sit on their butts all day long. Did you like that ab workout? I still need to get that DVD! I think that Intensity will fast become a favorite in Catheland.
Erika, It is a nice feeling knowing that we only have 2 days of work. This week has been super quiet around here, most of the guys are out for hunting season. My DH actually doesn't like to paint, and I have a hard time making him get rid of the old deco in the room. I'm telling him it is dated looking, and I think that I finally convinced him. Of course I had a new comforter and shams for the new colors in the room, so the old deco has to go right? :laugh:
Have a wonderful day!
Laurie0 -
Morning ladies,
It is a grey, misty & lazy kind of day and my saddlebags are talking to me:laugh: Last night I did extra reps completing at least a couple of sets every hour. If you have done isometric exercises before then it truly hits those buried muscles I can honestly say that my saddlebags are actually slimming down now that I'm using my Callanetics dvd. Now this dvd dates back to the 80's with full leotards, etc but the body is definitely tightening up where I really need it on the bottom half:bigsmile: The dvd states if prepping for a special occasion to use everyday....sheesh. Hubby's Xmas parties are rapidly approaching and although one is usuallya casual affair the second one tends to be a bit more formal:grumble:
Ok, you've got my attention...which Callanetics DVD do you have? I just heard that P57 is coming out with Volume 2 of their workouts, so gotta check that out too!0 -
Erika, I swear we need to start doing dvd exchanges:bigsmile: Check out Callanetics Evolution(collage & Amazon) which is led by Sandra who also hangs out on LC friends Callanetics board and is really sweet. They also have Cardio Callanetics, I have the original Callanetics from the 80's which most libraries actually carry and she also has a book with descriptions and pictures. I have been doing her routine at night while watching Tv and I have logged in 5hrs, today my neighbor saw me in my jeans and said I look as if I'm losing weight:blushing: the sad part is that my scale shows a gain but my jeans did look better today:bigsmile:
Damn I still need the original P57 but maybe with all of the reviews the 2nd release may be better
Michelle0 -
Hello Ladies ~
Well last night didn’t go as planned which was a bummer. :ohwell: The TK class was cancelled due to some remodel in the big room where they hold the classes, so because it was like 10 degrees and sideways wind I didn’t hang out for an hour, I just went home. So this a.m. was Cardio Core Circuit and then w/ fingers crossed Spinning tonight.
Erika: I’m with you on cheering about only today and tomorrow left for the work week! :drinker: YAHOO. Sounds like a perfect idea on choosing the 3.5 mo and going from there. That is what I did the first time I did STS was 3.5. I was laughing that you mentioned Just Dance today. I saw a commercial for that last night and thought it looked really fun for those who like to dance! A perfect gift idea for your wish list. I agree, it would be so fun for all of us to get together sometime :bigsmile: to meet the ladies I enjoy chatting with each day!
Michelle: Excellent that you are feeling the results and seeing them in your jeans! :bigsmile: Great job. Thanks for the info on the Multi Vit. I have always been a vitamin taker since I was a kid but sometimes you wonder if it is needed or doing it’s job, so hearing about one that someone really knows about & says is good is great to know.
Laurie: Our weather is kind of crazy too. We went to full on winter & cold in just a few days. Tonight is supposed to get down to -11 or something crazy :noway: and today the high is about 10 degrees. That’s great to know the strength you have built up and were able to tackle your Insanity workout! Yes, I really liked that ab workout. So far the 2 that I have done on that DVD out of 4 are both really good. Abwork that you feel and gets your HR up a bit even! Since you like Cindy W. I think you would really like it. How exciting your DVD’s were already there! How fun. Mine will probably be a little longer since I am way out west! :laugh: :happy:
Hi Laurel & Kara ~ Hope you are both having a great day!
Tami0 -
Hey ladies!
Late check-in for me today. I woke up early this morning, and while I lay there in the dark, I started mentally putting together my next couple of workout rotations. Definitely didn't work the same as counting sheep, but I felt I used the time productively. Now I just need to write it down! :laugh: Anyhow, one of the things I was thinking about is whether I'm going to be up to my STS workout on Friday or not. I plan on working out both Thursday and Friday, but I'm kind of thinking that I might want something a little....easier....than a 70 minute Meso 3 workout on Friday since I know Thursday is going to be a crazy busy day. So I decided to do my STS workouts this week back-to-back instead of one every other day, freeing Thursday and Friday up for more flexible workouts. So I did Drill Max Ultra Cardio Blast (since that is what I had originally intended to do this morning) followed by STS Disk 40/Squat Rack Legs. :noway: It was a tough combination, but it felt good. Then I very literally ran for a bus to take me to the metro station so I could go visit my husband at the Pentagon for the first time. :drinker: That was interesting, to say the least. But we had a great lunch with his staff, and I'm glad I got a chance to finally see where he works, see the Pentagon, and meet his staff.
Tami, glad to hear you and I are on the same wavelength about the recovery week. :flowerforyou: I'm sorry to hear about your workout last night. I hope things go better tonight. And you are already crazy cold!! We were up to 70 degrees today. It's so hard for me to remember it is nearly December right now.
Laurie, I'm happy to hear you got your new DVDs!! I'm glad it looks like you'll enjoy the Intensity workout. I've read good things about all of them so far. Great job on the Insanity workout! I'm so glad it felt good to you. Most of our Christmas decorations seem to have handled the moving/storage quite well. We have a couple of things that are going to need a little TLC, but, all in all, we really got through this move with no damage. Amazing.
Michelle, I've heard great things about Callenetics. So happy to hear you are feeling and seeing the results. Ignore the scale!!! How your jeans are fitting is the absolute best way to assess how you are doing.
Erika, I really hope you enjoy this undulating rotation. This is the third rotation I've done using STS and has been my favorite. I love the variety of it. No time to get bored, that's for sure. Hopefully you'll feel the same way. I know you suffered from some serious DOMS during your first STS rotation, but I will warn you......my DOMS for this rotation has been worse than it was for my previous STS rotations. I attribute that to the 'shock' on the body of varying things so much. And I, too, would love to meet you all!!!!
Kara, hope this finds you well.
Talk to you all tomorrow!
Laurel0 -
Happy Wednesday Ladies! Woooohooo!!:bigsmile:
Last night I had a wonderful dinner out with my best girlfriends, and we laughed soooo hard! The best is when my 60+year old friend unintentionally grabbed my bicep area of my arm and then kinda jumped back and asked me to flex for her. Then all the questions started...what workouts do you do, how often, etc. She's an avid runner, but has never picked up a weight in her life, so we had a little DVD talk going on for awhile! :blushing: All 5 of us used to work together several years ago, and although we are on different sides of the cities, and all work somewhere new, we all still get together regularly. So much fun!!!
This morning was KCM Circuit Burn Boxing/Cardio. Kara, if you haven't tried that one, you gotta try it! LOVED every minute of it!!! Followed it up with a few firewalkers, and I was toast!
Laurel--Great idea to do back to back STS workouts, so you can free up Thursday and Friday. I wish I would have thought about that before I planned my workouts for the week, but I think I'll just have to lump a couple together (afterall, they are only 30 minutes each!). How fun to visit your hubby at the Pentagon! That must have been a really neat experience!!! I'm looking forward to STS, and bracing myself for the DOMS!! :laugh: BTW, check your email, I sent you one yesterday!
Tami--Bummer on the TK class. That's not fun when you're all pumped for a kickbutt workout and then it doesn't happen! But, glad you got CCC in, and I see you got to spinning last night too. :bigsmile: We're in for some crappy weather here today and tomorrow...must be coming from you! :laugh:
Michelle--Thanks for the info on the DVD's! I need something that will work my butt/hips/thighs, as much as I can get. I was blessed with what a lot of people coin a bubble butt...add to it a sway back, and it makes me look like I've gotta whole lotta junk in this trunk. So, I gotta work it out often! :laugh:
Laurie--Sounds like crazy weather to me! Are you ready for the rain/snow that I'm assuming will be heading your way after it's done with us? Sounds like it might be a short day at work today for me! :bigsmile: Awesome work on the Insanity workout...always feels good when you can get through a workout with out fatiguing where you normally do!
Kara-I hope you get a couple days off of school for the Thanksgiving holiday!
I hope you all have a FABULOUS Thanksgiving!!! I"ll be out at my parents for a couple days, so I'll have to catch up with you when I get back!0 -
Morning Ladies,
Well for the first time ever I ordered my meal for Thanksgiving and will just add a few extra sides of my own. We will be out of town for the weekend visiting my godson at his basketball tournament on South Padre Island. Have a wonderful, safe and family filled weekend. I don't plan to venture out to enjoy any great sales but for those of you who may..enjoy for me too
Erika- That is my problem exactly and a bubble butt I have heard described unfortunately for back there:blushing: . Google callanetics or go to youtube and see samples of the exercises which I did to try some of the advanced exercises. I will stand at my kitchen island and do these sets at night. Yesterday I took the kids to the Inflatable wonderland and was actually doing some of the exercises using the bouncer to steady myself:blushing: I love to flash my biceps and hubby and I will usually do poses for the kids when we are being really goofy:laugh: Laughter with friends is always great medicine
Laurel- Glad to see you are prepped for the new year Yes all day yesterday I kept pulling at my jeans to see how loose it really is on me:bigsmile:
Tami- The vitamin is Nature's Plus Source of Life® Liquid Multi-Vitamin & Minerals with Whole Food Tropical Fruit. My weather is crazy too as we are now 80 degrees but will drop to 37 degrees on Thanksgiving night:noway: Since we are traveling close to the water the temp will be more erratic so I'm officially packing jackets:grumble:
Laurie& Kara- Good morning:flowerforyou:
Michelle0 -
Morning Ladies,
My final dental appointment is done! :drinker: Don't have to see the handsome face of my dentist for another six months. :laugh: This morning was P90X Shoulders, Biceps and Triceps. I didn't have enough time to get in an ab workout, so probably will tack that onto my yoga day for tomorrow. I will see how I feel about adding in some extra cardio. Tomorrow might be the perfect day to do Hiit or Fast & Furious.
I am hosting DH's family tomorrow, so I will need to get the pies and stuffing done tonight. And then figure out what time in the morning I have to wake up to get the bird done on time. :laugh: I love Thanksgiving! :yawn:
Michelle, How great that your jeans are loose on you! WTG getting that meal ordered, you will not be going through all the stress that I'm probably putting myself through. :laugh: I actually enjoy all the prep, I know I'm a crazy lady. :happy: Have a great time this weekend, hope your godson has some great games.
Tami, Dang on the weather, that is really cold. I have tried some of those ab workouts on ExerciseTV, and have just not had the time to orer them on DVD. After doing the Barry's Bootcamp ab workout on Monday, I was really enjoying having Cindy lead me through the workout. Hope you are able to get that spinning in tonight.
Laurel, How cool to be at the Pentagon! I love that you used that time to think up some rotations, make sure you get them down in writing though. You really did work those legs pretty good with that combination. :noway: Good to hear that the decorations survived so well.
Erika, Yes we are suppose to be getting the rain/snow combo, not looking forward to that at all. :grumble: I'm probably going to be able to leave early too, I will be the only on in the office after 11am. Which is in like 10 min. LOL My boss didn't show up for work today, and I have not heard if he is coming in. I figure if I'm all caught up with my work, I'm out of here! He didn't even know that I was at the dentist this morning, because he hasn't been here all week. I can tell stories about my boss. :frown: Not good.
Have a wonderful day!
Laurie0 -
Hi ladies!
Just time for a quick check-in today. I'm not hosting anybody, yet I'm stressing about Thanksgiving. How does that work? I think it's because it is only my second attempt, so I'm a little unsure of myself when it comes to things like turkeys. Oh, well. It's just my husband and I, and I'm sure some restaurant will be open if we need it. :laugh: Anyhow, got up and did Turbo Fire 30, followed by Turbo Fire HiiT 30. Turbo Fire 30 was actually kind of easy, but I really enjoyed the HiiT workout. I've done all but one of the cardio workouts now, and I really think it would be great if these were sold individually too! There is alot of repetition in this set as a whole, but one or two of these workouts are absolutely terrific fun. I'm still really happy I bought it because I like the variety in lengths of workouts. But I do think they are too similar to each other to be done as a full routine. Anyhow, after that I did STS Disk 36/Biceps, Triceps and Shoulders. I felt really strong this morning!! I was surprised how good this workout felt, especially since I did it after my cardio.
Erika, I just replied to your email. I'm glad you mentioned it here because I haven't been checking that account. Your Tuesday night sounds fun!! Enjoy your time with your family.
Michelle, given what they charge to order a Thanksgiving dinner (here it is $40 for about eight people), I think it is a GREAT option for the holiday. I'd already bought my turkey when I first heard the ad, but I think I've probably spent about that much on our little dinner for two. Enjoy your day, and enjoy your time with your godson!
Laurie, I bet one of the things you say you are thankful for this holiday is the fact that you are done at the dentist!! I can hardly blame you. I'm glad you don't have that to worry about for a few months again. I can't believe you're thinking about working out after dinner tomorrow. I'm thinking surfing the internet for Black Friday sales is going to be my only acitivity....and I'm not sure I'll even manage that! Good for you. At least I plan on starting my day with a tough Insanity workout, though....
Tami, I hope you got your workout in last night and are surviving the cold! Take care!!!
Kara.....:flowerforyou:
I hope you all have a great Thanksgiving!
Laurel0 -
Hi Ladies ~
Spinning was not cancelled last night, so all was good there! :bigsmile: Minus the 1 degree on the temp scale when we were done. This a.m. was STS Squat Rack Legs which felt good and then tonight I may get in some cardio or not, depends on what kind of Pre-Thanksgiving duties need to be done. We are hosting my in-laws & brother-in-law but my DH is off today so he said he would do all the shopping and truly wants to do some cooking. :huh: Huge help and very nice of him but I want to help! I guess I am in charge of salads & snacks - - - perfect!
Erika: Yes, sorry to send you the bad weather. :ohwell: Your evening with girlfriends sounds like such a blast! :happy: I love to laugh so hard it hurts :laugh: and sometimes it truly is what is needed in life! That is so fun the group of you keep in touch and get together once & a while. I think KCM Circuit Burn is headed into my life …. from “wish list” to purchase. I am going to see if TotalFitnessDVD site has that one for sale Friday! :blushing: Between you and Kara talking about it and I do like KCM a lot so why not! What's another little addition to the library?!?
Michelle: Good for you on ordering your meal! What a great idea … more time to spend with your family as well as your trip to the B-ball tourn. :bigsmile: Have a fabulous time …. I may venture out for some shopping but I have also thought of taking advantage of some online sales and see how that goes! In the comfort of my warm living room Thanks for the info on the Multi Vitamin.
Laurie: Congrats on your final dental appt! :drinker: :huh: What a huge relief that must be ….. YIKES. I hope they went well for you (ie: no pain or very little). I am planning on getting in some good cardio as well in the a.m. – since we are hosting as well I can get up early, get a good workout in and then start on the Thanksgiving chores. My DH is wanting to help by cooking, which is very helpful – so I am doing small things and my mother-in-law is bringing some of the main ingredients as well. So hoping for a stress free day in the kitchen! Hope you were able to leave early….. I wish I could. Pretty much all of our managers have left or didn’t come in and there are just myself and other staff, very quiet and BORING. :sad:
Laurel: What a great day getting to meet your hubby for lunch at the Pentagon. No worries on Thanksgiving, you will do great and if it is just the two of you, all will be perfect! No stressing. Sounds like you had some fun workouts today! Good job on finishing up STS for the week. I don’t have a lot of plans so carrying on with the schedule although I hope to add in a HiiT workout on Friday after STS #36. Also hoping to work on my new rotation for Dec. :drinker:
Kara: Happy Thanksgiving & hope you enjoy a nice break from school!
Happy Thanksgiving to you all! Hope you have a fabulous day with your families. :flowerforyou:
Talk to you soon, I will check in Friday ~
Tami0 -
Good Morning Ladies!
I hope you all had a wonderful weekend! I enjoyed all 4 days off of work thoroughly! Lots of PJ time with my boys watching movies and snuggling, and some fun visits to my parents for Thanksgiving and my in-laws yesterday. I managed to get in a workout on Thanksgiving morning, rest on Friday, workout on Saturday and rest on Sunday. I did ok with my eating, but got tempted to have some dairy (yogurt) on Saturday and now my stomach is mad at me! I've always had stomach problems, and just thought it was normal for me, but wondered if maybe it was dairy causing it. Well, I went 3 weeks without any dairy, and I was fine, add it back in, and I"m miserable. Hmmmm...
This morning was KCM Cardio Plyo...love that one! I needed a good sweat to get this cold bug outta my body. My hubby and boys had a mild cold all weekend, and I woke up in the middle of the night feeling crappy, so decided to sweat it out! :laugh:
Tami--I'm glad your spinning class wasn't cancelled. Sounds like you had a great helper for Thanksgiving meal prep, whatta guy! I hope you enjoyed the time with the in-laws! I know you won't be disappointed with KCM Circuit Burn. I love that one as much as Kara does!!! Definitely up there in my top 3 DVD's!
Laurel--Great job on the workouts! Sounds like you had fun with them! I can understand being stressed about the Thanksgiving meal, especially if you've not made turkey much. I hosted my parents and my in-laws (no siblings or kids at the time) for Easter one year, and I was soooo stressed about the ham. My Mom told me to chill out as, all I had to do was warm it! But, I was stressed the whole day. I don't know why I do that to myself!?!? I hope dinner turned out well and you enjoyed the time with your hubby!
Laurie--YAY for being done at the dentist! That had to have made the "I'm thankful for..." list on Thanksgiving! :laugh: Great workout on Wednesday and I'm sure you enjoyed Yoga Thursday! I hope the weather cooperated for you, and you had a nice Thanksgiving with DH's family!
Michelle--What a great idea to order Thanksgiving dinner! If I ever had to host, I'd do that too! I have people that love ot host and cook in both my family and my in-law side, so I don't think I'll have to host for a very long time! How was the meal? How about South Padre?? Sounds wonderfullll!
Kara--I hope your Thanksgiving was great!
Off to get ready for work. I'm ready to tackle this long week!0
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