ChaLeaners Unite!!

alf1163

Hello!!! I will be starting ChaLean Extreme tomorrow! :drinker: It is a 90 day program consisting of three phases, Burn phase, Push phase and Lean Phase. Each one is 30 days long. If you would like more info you can visit www.teambeachbody.com I know some of you will be starting this program soon or have started it recently. Let's unite and support each other!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Who's with me??? Annette :flowerforyou:

alf1163

Hello!!! I will be starting ChaLean Extreme tomorrow! :drinker: It is a 90 day program consisting of three phases, Burn phase, Push phase and Lean Phase. Each one is 30 days long. If you would like more info you can visit www.teambeachbody.com I know some of you will be starting this program soon or have started it recently. Let's unite and support each other!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Who's with me??? Annette :flowerforyou:

duffyzmom

I am with you! My DVD arrives today although I'm not sure when I'll be able to start. But I'm united nevertheless:drinker:

megan0313

I'm ordering mine on Friday...I can't wait!!! I'd love to join! :flowerforyou:

jamie77

I'm in! I just started the Push phase and I am loving this program!!!

ttoombs

I'm in, I just started last week. :flowerforyou:

jessmomof3

Yay!! Love to see all of the ChaLeaners getting started!!! It's an awesome program and I'm sure you will see awesome results! :bigsmile: Make sure to take your before pictures and measurements!

Jess

rintin88

i'm in too! i'm in my second week of the burn phase...so far so good!

Sexythighz

I am on the last phase of Chalean Extreme. Its really a great program. I plan to start another rotation in May!

Steph

adnama

Thanks for starting the post Annette!!!

I am on day4, and I love it! It's not the usual repetitive and boring routines I've seen in the past. On last nights cardio/ab work out I burned 600+ calories!! I was SO excited about that. I'm in it to win it! :bigsmile:

515TeachNRun

Ordered mine last night; I'm in as soon I can get started!

jessmomof3

Ordered mine last night; I'm in as soon I can get started!

Yay!! I'm glad you're going to be doing it also! :bigsmile:

alf1163

Yeah!!!! I can't wait to start!! I am all set for tomorrow morning. I took my measurements and my pictures. I wore exercise shorts that are a little tight on me so I am hoping by the end of the burn phase they are a little loser. I am going to weigh in tomorrow morning but I am not going to worry too much about my weight right now. My main goal is to lose inches, especially around my waist, and get stronger!!

What can I expect from the first burn circuit? Were you guys very sore? Are you doing other form of cardio on the same days that you lift? I am planning on running on one of my rest days and just taking one day off from any exercise.

Annette :flowerforyou:

blueyed_blond

I'm in the first week of the Burn Phase...today was the second circuit. I am SORE. I was shaking throughout and afterward......

But I LOVE it.

I'm doing the "couch to 5k" program instead of the cardio dvds but i did do the ab burner afterwards...and my stomach is killing today!

I'm worried i won't be able to walk tomorrow.....or move my arms....or sit......





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alf1163

You are scaring me :laugh: :laugh:

I am also going to skip some of the cardio workouts for some running. I want to start training for a half marathon in Nov and I need some extra time for that. But I was really looking forward to the cardio intervals :grumble: Any suggestions?

I will post tomorrow and let you know how my first workout went!!! :flowerforyou:

mbmempireranch

I LOVE CE !!!!!! I am restarting the Lean Phase ( 3rd Phase ) due to getting a cortisone shot in my wrist and could not lift for a few days ! But the changes are amazing ! She Rocks and Her program Rocks !!! You will love it

adnama

I missed my first workout today. I had a sleep study done last night, and I am SO tired. I didn't want to drag for the rest of the week, so I'm just going to get my well needed rest. I was pretty upset about not doing it, but I know it's best. I'll be back on track tomorrow!:yawn:

I also posted a picture of my current weight as motivation!

lilkit7342002

I'm in too, I'm on my third week of Burn and I love this program

megan0313

Hi Everyone,
I'm ordering mine tomorrow and can't wait to join in! I have a question....did you order the regular or Deluxe version? And are you happy with your choice? I've been doing Turbo Jam for a year now and I love it so much I've gradually ordered all of the DVD's in that series. I'm wondering if I should get the Deluxe or if the regular version will be plenty to start with.
Thanks!
Megan

jamie77

Yeah!!!! I can't wait to start!! I am all set for tomorrow morning. I took my measurements and my pictures. I wore exercise shorts that are a little tight on me so I am hoping by the end of the burn phase they are a little loser. I am going to weigh in tomorrow morning but I am not going to worry too much about my weight right now. My main goal is to lose inches, especially around my waist, and get stronger!!

What can I expect from the first burn circuit? Were you guys very sore? Are you doing other form of cardio on the same days that you lift? I am planning on running on one of my rest days and just taking one day off from any exercise.

Annette :flowerforyou:

Oh yes, you will be sore, especially if you really push yourself to lift heavier.
I haven't taken any before pictures (just because I didn't want to see the reality of it). I only dropped one pound through the first phase, but all of my clothes are way too big after just 30 days. When I started, I could only do 8 lb bicep curls and I'm now up to 15 lbs. I couldn't even do one push up on my toes, but I'm now up to 10. You will definitely get stronger and lose inches. My boyfriend said to me the other day (I will forgive him since he's a guy and was trying to compliment) "baby, the difference in your legs is amazing, they aren't squishy anymore". Uh, thanks I think....:huh:

alf1163

jamie 77, LOL men try their best to say the right things but they are not always successful:noway: :laugh: :laugh: He meant well, you know that...

First day!!!! Burn circuit 1!!! It was fun. I was dripping in sweat!! I underestimated the weights on most exercises of course. I will see how I feel tomorrow :noway: I am planning on running tomorrow on my "rest" day, probably on the treadmill. We are expecting rain the next 3 days, finally!! Pretty dry here in San Antonio.

Have a great day!!!!! :flowerforyou:

duffyzmom

As expected my package arrived yesterday. The program looks great.

I read through the Muscle Burns Fat Guidebook and am a little depressed because I'm guessing that I'll probably have to wait a month or so after my surgery before the doctor clears me to start. At least now I can accurately explain what exercises I want to do to her and get a better picture at my pre-op visit. I've decided to do my fitness test now because I know that I'll be much weaker if I wait till the doctor clears me. Mainly because I know that even with a month off I'll be able to bounce back pretty quickly. Plus, I'm hoping to at least be allowed to do a little low weight lifting to maintain some strength until I'm totally cleared. I'd hate to loss all the strength I've gained from the hundred push-up challenge - I can do over 35 real push-ups now :drinker:

alf1163

Duffy, I know how frustrating it can be but your health is most important right now. Take care of your problem and as soon as the Dr. gives you the ok, you will jump right in.

How is everyone else doing with the circuits???

:flowerforyou:

adnama

I did burn circuit 3 today, since I missed my workout yesterday. I'm going to continue as usual through the next rest day since I already had it. Still lovin it.

I have been getting so many compliments lately! :blushing: :happy: It's definitely motivation to continue my workouts.
Obviously too soon to see results from these workouts, but I had been doing bootcamp classes and had lost 8lbs. prior to starting ChaLean Extreme.

I still need to lose 19lbs. I'm hoping my results will be something to proudly display soon!!

515TeachNRun

Girls, I'm jealous for those of you already started. I can't wait!!

I'll second Megan's question: did you get the basic version or deluxe? I went with the basic for now. Also, what kind of weights are people lifting? I understand Chalene is encouraging to lift heavy: what is that? I would love the Bowflex or Selecttech (?) adjustable weights, but not in the budget for now.

Keep posting; you all are inspiring me :happy:

jessmomof3

Girls, I'm jealous for those of you already started. I can't wait!!

I'll second Megan's question: did you get the basic version or deluxe? I went with the basic for now. Also, what kind of weights are people lifting? I understand Chalene is encouraging to lift heavy: what is that? I would love the Bowflex or Selecttech (?) adjustable weights, but not in the budget for now.

Keep posting; you all are inspiring me :happy:

I got the Basic ChaLean to start with, then added the Deluxe DVD after I realized how much I loved the Basic set!! :bigsmile: The bonus DVD (you can order separately or with the bands/ weighted gloves for more) has Get Lean Intervals, Fat Burning Challenge, and I've Got Abs workouts on it. They're all GREAT and if you like the rest of ChaLean you'll love them! :bigsmile: I just got the BowFlex Select Tech dumbbells with our tax refund that LOVE them!! But... if you just have dumbbells then I would start with 5- 20# weights if you can. You will need heavier ones for lower body as you go along (I was using 40# for lower body, but I lift heavy and am very strong in the lower body!).

Let me know if anyone has any more questions!! I finished a round of ChaLean 8# thinner and much leaner!! It really helped my abs pop and my buns shrink. :bigsmile:

Jess

duffyzmom

Jess - Thanks for the info on the weights. After reading the guidebook and the suggested weights, I was thinking they sounded a little light for lower body work. I'm hoping to use my husband's adjustable dumbbells. They are similar to the select tech only a little more bulky.

Alf - How are you liking the circuits? Did you join team beachbody? I'm doing the 30 day trial but am not sure that I will continue you past that timeframe. MFP seems to give similar tools and support. Plus, I was a little disappointed that there isn't a ChaLean Extreme food plan option. I'm wondering if the P90X is similar. I just know that especially during the PUSH phase - the protein requirement is very important.

blueyed_blond

So I'm in the first week....Just finished the third circuit of Burn..the one with all the calf raises!!! wow.

love this program...i tried 10lbs for upper body today....made it to ten reps...than had to quit...trying to push myself out of my comfort zone....

i don't have any weights heavier than 10lbs....i definitely need heavier for lower body...will have to search out some weights....



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alf1163

Duffy, I've only done one circuit, #1, yesterday. I liked it. I am doing Burn #2 tomorrow. I can't wait. I am going to try hard to use the correct weight to reach failure. I have not joined TBB for a fee, I just have the free membership but is very limited. I thought the same thing as you did. I really don't want to pay to be able to log my meals and monitor my calories. And I can always find the info I need in the internet for free. The only good thing would be to get discounts on products but I am not planning on buying anything anytime soon. I just want to do this program for now and see if it will work. I think it will. I have dumbells up to 20 lbs. I use the heavy ones, 15 and 20, for lower body, 12 and 15 for chest and back. Even 20lbs for rows. My shoulders are weak so for those are usually 5-10lbs depending on the exercise. I think pretty soon I am going to have to purchase more weights or opt for those bowflex weights. How much are they? I have not looked them up...:flowerforyou:

duffyzmom

ALF - I haven't priced any of those sets because my husband owns a pair of adjustable dumbbells. My husband's weights are old - I know we have moved them 4 times so I think he bought them in the mid 90s. I pinned him down tonight and his weight set adjusts up to 85 lbs - I think they'll do for me :laugh: (Can you see me squating with 170lbs???) Although ever time I mention really working the weights hard, he really smiles. I may actually get that weight room in the basement sooner instead of later

alf1163

Oh yeah Duffy, you can do it!!!!! :drinker: :drinker: Where did he purchase those weights?

I did burn circuit 2 this morning. I still underestimated the weights for most of the exercises. For a couple of them (squats and back rows) I used 20lb dumbells and those are the heaviest I have. I was still able to do 12 reps. I am a little concerned with the deadlifts, not sure if I am keeping my back flat enough. I was feeling them on my hamstrings but a couple of times I felt them on my lower back. The bowler lunges were a killer, I might be sore from those.

Happy Saturday!!!! :flowerforyou: