Chalean Extreme Group Starting Monday 5/23

mmtiernan

Which round of CLX is this for you?
What Circuit are you currently on?
What is the weight range that you're currently lifiting?
Are you doing any cardio on your non-lifitng days? If so, what?

Just Rebooting Round 4 !
Burn Circuit
8 lbs (triceps - weak sauce) - 60 lbs (30 lbs. each hand squats)
Yep - currently subbing in Insanity! I also do ab work 3x per week before my lifting workout. Fave is Extreme Abs, but sometimes I sub in Ab Ripper X from P90X.

Today is my first workout since injuring my back and it feels so goooooooddddd to lift those weights!! I just hate missing work outs!!

Even tho I haven't been posting much, I have been loving the posts on this forum - y'all are awesome and really bringing it!! What a fantastic group!!!

marianne_s

My weights came!! They are heavy!! :bigsmile:

Are those the ones from Sears?
How heavy do they go?


Arrrrggghhhhhh....! Push 2......!
Wow... this morning my upper back feels like a herd of horses trampled over it... OMG.... !
I need a GOOD massage....

I mainly stuck to 11 lbs for of all the upper arm exercises, and 16 lbs for the lunges....
The next time I do this circuit, I will definitely go up to 22 lbs (10 kg) for the lunges.

6-pack..... hmmm, I'll just be happy to get rid of the fat.....

lovetowrite73

mmtiernan, I'm glad your back is feeling better!! My triceps are weak too but I really try to push them with the 15s. Sometimes I go back down to 10 but for the most part I can do about 5.5 reps with 15s. :laugh: It was you who told me about lifting straps, right? I wound up getting lifting hooks instead and LOVE them. Hopefully by the time I start Lean (in 4 weeks) I'll have my Select Techs and really get good use out of them. I also got synthetic gloves instead of leather. I'm not sure what they are, but the padded part feels like suede, might be microfiber or something.

Marianne, same here re: getting rid of the fat! I've greatly cleaned up my eating after about a week and a half of just throwing anything in my mouth (including Mickey Ds!) so I'm hoping to see some sort of movement in the midsection before my cruise comes. If not, I'm going to have to wear a one piece. :sad:

shakemybooty

Marianne-Yes they are the ones from Sears. They go up to 50lbs. I did 2 squats with 35lbs on each side right when I got them and my booty hurts still!! Hope your back feels better. I always get really tight in my shoulders and then end up with a headache.


Cee-Wear your bikini no matter what. After my trip to the waterpark, I decided I am now bikini material because it appears that people of every size are wearing them. I did briefly send a prayer up for the teenagers that already have worse midsections than me and probably haven't had 3 c-sections. At least I started out in shape.

Just saw something on the news that kids in school are now getting 100 minutes of exercise a week and it's improving obesity. Only 100 minutes??? I think we had that much time per day with before school/after school/pe/ recess/lunch. Sad.

Today was a turbo fire day. None of the music is stuck in my head from it and I have to say I'm ok with that!!

mmtiernan

Cee- thanks so much! Yes, my back is feeling much, much, much better! I went lower on a few exercises just to ease my back into it again - so only 25s on the squats (and I skipped the side oblique part of it) and went down to 10s on the deadlifts just to be on the ultra safe side there ( I usually do 17.5 or 20s if they are followed by a row, rather than a fly). Overall, everything felt good!! I did a solid bench press with 25s, which felt absolutely awesome!! It was me who suggested the straps - I've never used the hooks, so glad they are working out so well!! I keep looking for SelectTech coupons - I looked up my purchase from last year and the coupon came out in August, so we'll need to start keeping an eye out for it!

Shake - I hear ya on the bikini thing! I was at the water park last summer and yes, there are definitely women of every shape and size wearing them! I would not have had the courage of over half of them - and like you, I especially cringe when I see a teenager who is clearly very over weight because that is such a hard way to start out your life! I did wear a bikini myself - first time in over 30 years since my father outlawed them when I was 10 (he saw me dive off the the high diving board and I'd lost the bottoms from the force of the impact and so he saw me pulling them back on as I surfaced! :laugh: ) - but I work hard to stay in shape and even so, wasn't about to wear a bikini until I knew I had earned it with a flat mid-section!

Subbing in Insanity for Cardio today - Plyo Cardio is on the schedule (ugh! That one is such a killer!), but I'll be taking it a little easy and listening to my back to be sure it's okay!

Have a fabulous Thursday everyone!

lovetowrite73

mmtiernan, I'm glad it's feeling better. I can only imagine not being able to workout. I wake up every morning looking forward to it! I'm going to keep August in mind. I'm a fan of Bowflex's Facebook page so I'll be able to see if anything comes up there too.

I just don't think I could do the bikini if my body isn't right. I'm too self-conscious and proud to do that. LOL

So, today is the start of the HIIT month in the hybrid. I took measurements to compare to the beginning of the plan. Here are my results (Current, Starting, Difference):

Weight: 151, 155.5 (-4.5)
Neck: 13.5, 14.5 (-1)
Chest: 39.5, 41.75 (-2.25)
Back: 30.5, 31.75 (-1.25)
Biceps: L 11/R 11, 11.5/12.5 (-.5/-1.5) (how uneven was I? :laugh:)
Waist: 34.25, 34.5 (-0.25) Ughhhhhhhhhhhhhhh
Hips: 36.25, 37.5 (-1.25)
Abductors: 36, 36.25 (-0.25)
Thigh: L 22.5/R 22.75, 23.25/23.25 (-0.75/-0.5)
Calf: 14.25, 14.25 (0)
Body Fat: 24, 26 (-2%)

So, overall, I lost 12 inches and 4.5 pounds. Eek! I'm so excited!!! The HIIT workout I did today was NO JOKE. I burned 167 calories in the workout and the moves were really tough. I plan on working up to doing all the moves without feeling belabored next time because they only get longer (she has HIIT 20 and 25!!).

shakemybooty

mmtiernan, I'm glad it's feeling better. I can only imagine not being able to workout. I wake up every morning looking forward to it! I'm going to keep August in mind. I'm a fan of Bowflex's Facebook page so I'll be able to see if anything comes up there too.

I just don't think I could do the bikini if my body isn't right. I'm too self-conscious and proud to do that. LOL

So, today is the start of the HIIT month in the hybrid. I took measurements to compare to the beginning of the plan. Here are my results (Current, Starting, Difference):

Weight: 151, 155.5 (-4.5)
Neck: 13.5, 14.5 (-1)
Chest: 39.5, 41.75 (-2.25)
Back: 30.5, 31.75 (-1.25)
Biceps: L 11/R 11, 11.5/12.5 (-.5/-1.5) (how uneven was I? :laugh:)
Waist: 34.25, 34.5 (-0.25) Ughhhhhhhhhhhhhhh
Hips: 36.25, 37.5 (-1.25)
Abductors: 36, 36.25 (-0.25)
Thigh: L 22.5/R 22.75, 23.25/23.25 (-0.75/-0.5)
Calf: 14.25, 14.25 (0)
Body Fat: 24, 26 (-2%)

So, overall, I lost 12 inches and 4.5 pounds. Eek! I'm so excited!!! The HIIT workout I did today was NO JOKE. I burned 167 calories in the workout and the moves were really tough. I plan on working up to doing all the moves without feeling belabored next time because they only get longer (she has HIIT 20 and 25!!).

Those are great results Cee!!

shakemybooty

I see what you mean about the HIIT 15 Cee. I was laughing to myself because I really tried to pay attention to the breakdown before the moves. The second that bell went off, my mind went completely blank. I did ok with it but got lost on my timing with a few of the jumps. I was still jumping but it wasn't as pretty. LOL My head is killing me again from the weather change. I would be ok doing the drills until we stopped and then my head would pound like crazy. I need to move some where the weather never changes!

Overall...loved it!

I forgot...Shawn T. has ruined the word "plyo" for me. Whenever I hear it, I cringe in terror.

timeformajorchange

Just finished my last day of Burn Circuit 3. I have to admit I like this one the most because it works my shoulders like mad!!!

Just a quick fly by to say hey, check in on everyone else, and now I'm off again. I may not be around much this weekend, as we may take the kids to Minneapolis for some fun.

Hope you all are having a kick *kitten* kind of day!

LaCubana9

Quick question: Did anyone find it strange that the calendar for Push says to do BURN 3 on the third day of weights in the first week instead of PUSH 3?? I followed the instructions & did Burn 3, but the whole time I was doing it, it was messing with me!

BigBoneSista

Which round of CLX is this for you?

1st round of CLX

What Circuit are you currently on?

Burn

What is the weight range that you're currently lifiting?

7.5lbs to 20lbs

Are you doing any cardio on your non-lifitng days? If so, what?

I do Turbo Fire everyday and Zumba class two nights a week. I only do the strength training parts of CLX 3x's a week.

marianne_s

It's supposed to be ChaLean Extreme - Push Circuit 3....

BUT.... I know I won't give 100%... probably because of the 3 Margaritas yesterday on the 2nd date with 'blind date' (not a blind date any more is he....!!!)


So, I'm going to double-up tomorrow & Sunday.... hopefully....


Saturday
ChaLean Extreme - Push Circuit 3
ChaLean Extreme - Burn Intervals
ChaLean Extreme - Abs Burner

Sunday
ChaLean Extreme - Burn It Off
ChaLean Extreme - Recharge

shakemybooty

Marianne-Did you have to mention margaritas? YUM!! Blind date man must be ok if he made it to a second date!

BigBoneSista

Hi Ladies. I restarted last week and now I'm finishing week 2 of Burn. I made a promise to myself that I would see it through this time. I've never been fond of strength training so its been sorta hard to motivate myself to do it even though once I've started the workout I enjoy it. I absolutely enjoy CJ so I know its just me. I will work it out by just doing it so that it becomes a habit. I have to lower my BF% so it has to be done. I enjoy coming in here and reading your post even though I don't post much. You words help me with my motivation.

shakemybooty

OMG-My 11 year old just tried to do burn 1 with very light weights. He was half way through and I heard three loud snap crackles and he was crying. He's now on the couch with an ice pack on his shoulder. He's upset because he "can't even lift the light weights without falling apart."

marianne_s

Marianne-Did you have to mention margaritas? YUM!! Blind date man must be ok if he made it to a second date!

I know.... Margaritas... me go-to drink.... anyway...


Yeah... Blind date.... is kinda sweet....:blushing:

Hi Ladies. I restarted last week and now I'm finishing week 2 of Burn. I made a promise to myself that I would see it through this time. I've never been fond of strength training so its been sorta hard to motivate myself to do it even though once I've started the workout I enjoy it. I absolutely enjoy CJ so I know its just me. I will work it out by just doing it so that it becomes a habit. I have to lower my BF% so it has to be done. I enjoy coming in here and reading your post even though I don't post much. You words help me with my motivation.

Yeah.... I hear you.... I never thought I would enjoy lifting weights....
I actually look forward to it.... but since we're lifting heavy, I don't think it's something that should be done when you're half tired & not focused.

So, I'm going to get an early night & BRING IT tomorrow....

marianne_s

OMG-My 11 year old just tried to do burn 1 with very light weights. He was half way through and I heard three loud snap crackles and he was crying. He's now on the couch with an ice pack on his shoulder. He's upset because he "can't even lift the light weights without falling apart."

O-M-G......!

I hope he is ok......!!!!!

BigBoneSista

OMG-My 11 year old just tried to do burn 1 with very light weights. He was half way through and I heard three loud snap crackles and he was crying. He's now on the couch with an ice pack on his shoulder. He's upset because he "can't even lift the light weights without falling apart."

Omgoodness!! I hope he will be ok. Maybe he won't feel a thing tomorrow. *fingers crossed*

shakemybooty

He says it's better than it was. This is the same kid that jumping off my bed the 4th day after his stomach surgery when he was little. Let's hope he's still a quick healer.

BigBoneSista

He says it's better than it was. This is the same kid that jumping off my bed the 4th day after his stomach surgery when he was little. Let's hope he's still a quick healer.

Oh you have a lil stunt man!! I'm glad it feels better. I know how scary that must have been.

jmf323

I hope your son is ok!!

Cee: GREAT results!! woohoo!!

Today was Burn intervals....phew... I still cant do all 20 burpees :grumble:

Yesterday I did Lean circuit 2....and it requires LOTS of balance and using your core! There are many sets where you are balancing on one foot and also there are sets where you are in plank position and lifting with one arm at a time. There were a few sets where I went down to 5lbs (which feels wierd after lifting heavy in push) and I still was fatigued at 12, Chalean went really light on some too so I did not feel as bad, haha! I have never been so sore like I am in this phase. On the upside you do not need a chair in lean ciruit 2.

I will let you know of Lean circuit 3 is tomorrow...

I hope everyone has a great weekend! It's HOT here in Texas so not much outside activity for me

mmtiernan

OMG-My 11 year old just tried to do burn 1 with very light weights. He was half way through and I heard three loud snap crackles and he was crying. He's now on the couch with an ice pack on his shoulder. He's upset because he "can't even lift the light weights without falling apart."

That must have scared you half to death!!! Glad to hear that he's okay!!

Got in Burn 2 tonight - again went down on the deadlifts and skipped the bowler lunges (afraid falling off balance might re-injure my back), but the workout felt good!! Only 17.5 lbs. on the deadlifts and even then, I went very sloooooowwwww to keep good form but all seems good!! I'm so happy to be lifting again!! (I was starting to get crabby from missing workouts !)

Good night CLX'ers!!

lovetowrite73

I see what you mean about the HIIT 15 Cee. I was laughing to myself because I really tried to pay attention to the breakdown before the moves. The second that bell went off, my mind went completely blank. I did ok with it but got lost on my timing with a few of the jumps. I was still jumping but it wasn't as pretty. LOL My head is killing me again from the weather change. I would be ok doing the drills until we stopped and then my head would pound like crazy. I need to move some where the weather never changes!

Overall...loved it!

I forgot...Shawn T. has ruined the word "plyo" for me. Whenever I hear it, I cringe in terror.

:laugh: Same here! I was like, oh shoot, what are the steps again? That last routine KILLED me though. I could not do all the jumps. Even in Insanity, the jumps were a PITA. I hope your head feels better!

lovetowrite73

Hi Ladies. I restarted last week and now I'm finishing week 2 of Burn. I made a promise to myself that I would see it through this time. I've never been fond of strength training so its been sorta hard to motivate myself to do it even though once I've started the workout I enjoy it. I absolutely enjoy CJ so I know its just me. I will work it out by just doing it so that it becomes a habit. I have to lower my BF% so it has to be done. I enjoy coming in here and reading your post even though I don't post much. You words help me with my motivation.

Hey, Desirai! We're in the TF thread together too. I hope CLX keeps you interested this time around. I really love lifting. It makes me feel strong and just on to of the world. I watch my arms taking shape and I'm like oh yeah. Lol I find shapely arms so attractive.

lovetowrite73

OMG-My 11 year old just tried to do burn 1 with very light weights. He was half way through and I heard three loud snap crackles and he was crying. He's now on the couch with an ice pack on his shoulder. He's upset because he "can't even lift the light weights without falling apart."

OMG, LeeAnn!! Is he okay??! Poor baby! First you beat him wrestling, now this. (I had to try to make you laugh )

lovetowrite73

I hope your son is ok!!

Cee: GREAT results!! woohoo!!

Today was Burn intervals....phew... I still cant do all 20 burpees :grumble:

Yesterday I did Lean circuit 2....and it requires LOTS of balance and using your core! There are many sets where you are balancing on one foot and also there are sets where you are in plank position and lifting with one arm at a time. There were a few sets where I went down to 5lbs (which feels wierd after lifting heavy in push) and I still was fatigued at 12, Chalean went really light on some too so I did not feel as bad, haha! I have never been so sore like I am in this phase. On the upside you do not need a chair in lean ciruit 2.

I will let you know of Lean circuit 3 is tomorrow...

I hope everyone has a great weekend! It's HOT here in Texas so not much outside activity for me

I saw the move where you're in plank & do tricep extensions. I just shook my head. Then I saw she does it in TF too. At least I'll get good practice before I get to the Lean phase.

Have a great day, ladies!

catniss

I just spent the last 20 mins typing out a whole long catch-up post----and somehow I lost it

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ahhhhhh--well, I'll have to redo it later--gotta get the day started.
Have a great Saturday to all my buddies.

timeformajorchange

Leeann~ How's the kiddo today? I hope he's alright!! My kids do the same thing with my weights.... Poor kid!

Well my last weekend in the Burn phase. I take my 30day results on Tuesday!! HOORAY!! The question I have for you all is: should I take a complete rest day Monday to help flush out the excess water I've been retaining since starting CLX? lol Or should I just do my cardio Sat/Sun/Mon and not worry about it? It's not a lot of water that I can tell, but I can definitely feel it in my finger and my ankles so I know there's enough to possibly throw some things off. What do you ladies think?

Or would doing the cardio 3 days in a row help to flush it out?

timeformajorchange

I just spent the last 20 mins typing out a whole long catch-up post----and somehow I lost it

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ahhhhhh--well, I'll have to redo it later--gotta get the day started.
Have a great Saturday to all my buddies.

ooo I hate that!!

timeformajorchange

I hope your son is ok!!

Cee: GREAT results!! woohoo!!

Today was Burn intervals....phew... I still cant do all 20 burpees :grumble:

Yesterday I did Lean circuit 2....and it requires LOTS of balance and using your core! There are many sets where you are balancing on one foot and also there are sets where you are in plank position and lifting with one arm at a time. There were a few sets where I went down to 5lbs (which feels wierd after lifting heavy in push) and I still was fatigued at 12, Chalean went really light on some too so I did not feel as bad, haha! I have never been so sore like I am in this phase. On the upside you do not need a chair in lean ciruit 2.

I will let you know of Lean circuit 3 is tomorrow...

I hope everyone has a great weekend! It's HOT here in Texas so not much outside activity for me

Burpees are the bane of my existence! I used to think pushups were bad, and while I still don't like the tricep ones, I'm actually liking the normal ones. lol But I just groan when she says "burpees!". So glad she's not in my living room with me to hear me complaining about them! I've heard Lean is the phase you lose the most weight in. Can't wait to hit that phase since I've only lost about 5lbs total so far... Trying not to let that number mess with my head though. Focusing on the strength and how I am increasing my weights basically every workout.