Cathe Fans Part 5
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Hi Ladies! Today was my rest day from X2 so I did a fun combination.....KickMax followed by Legs and Glutes. It has been forever since I've done either, and I surprisingly found both a bit easy today. Not too easy though as I'm sure I will feel Legs and Glutes tomorrow. But the workout just flew by today. I was left wanting for more, but no time allowed! I love days like that!
Tami, I'm so glad you enjoyed spinning! Great workouts this weekend. Yes, please send me the rotation as it really looks like one I'd truly enjoy. And it looks perfect for getting me through the holidays, which is when I will be doing it. Lots and lots of fun factor which I need that time of the year! The next phase of X2 looks like it is structured alot like the first phase of P90X, so this will be interesting. I have only previewed the first workout of the phase, and it is all push-ups and pull-ups, but everything with a focus on core and balance as well. I'll let you know what I think when I start. Since I don't have a pull-up option (yet), I'm not sure how I will feel about it, but I did P90X the first time with bands and enjoyed it, so here's hoping the same thing happens with X2. Hawaii is just five days away!!! Can you believe it? Both DH and I are very excited right now for just a little getaway. It has been so busy since we got here to Colorado, and the next few months look like they are going to be equally if not more busy, so seven straight days of no plans, no schedule, no nothing makes me very happy right now. I'm even thinking about taking the entire time off from workouts. :blushing: We will be active, no doubt. But I just like the idea that I will have a few days where I don't feel like I need to do something. We'll see how that goes when I start packing. If I know myself, I'll take something with me to make sure I can workout if I want. :ohwell:
Jen, don't let Cathe intimidate you! I remember the first time I watched one of her workouts (PowerMax--way back in the mid-90s), I was scared to death. It was, without a doubt, my favorite workout for a long time....until it was passed by another Cathe workout and so on. You look like you are in great shape so you should be all right. As Michelle said, the premixes are your friends if you want to start out with a shorter workout and then work up to the full workout. I know Cross Fire has a low impact premix option as well that is easier than the full-on workout, so give that one a shot too if you are interested. Both workouts are terrific because she includes so much variety in them that, for me, the time flies by. But she also includes some short breaks between segments so you may find that while you are doing the exercises you are winded and tired, but the breaks will be enough to sustain you through the workout. Good luck and please let us know if you have any other questions. I'm one of those people that owns everything Cathe has put out because I gel with her as an instructor and find her workouts very effective for me. I hope you feel the same way about her.
Laurie, great job with the workouts. If you aren't sure about Cathe's new workouts, I see no harm in waiting. I know the money savings are great on the pre-sales, but it isn't worth it if you don't like the workouts in the end.
Michelle, how fun that you surprised your family with your mother! I'm sure it is great to have her there with you right now. Happy Anniversary, though I'm sorry to hear you didn't get to spend it with your DH. I hope everything goes well with his father. I like the idea of your new rotation. I love the Turbo Fire workouts, of course, so you aren't going to hear a bad thing from me with those included....though I know they aren't for everybody. To me, they are just pure fun.
Erika, I hope you are well. I still have my fingers crossed for you!
Until tomorrow!
Laurel0 -
Thanks for the encouragement, I really appreciate it! One other quick question - the firewalker band - where can I get that and are their different resistance levels?
Jen
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Hi Ladies ~
BootCamp was good …. A ton of core work at our 10 stations including Superman push-ups, Spiderman push-ups, heavy medicine ball throws to the wall & squat, etc. All felt great in between the sprints and running around the facility as well. We are having fabulous weather so of course she will continue to have us run outside. This a.m. was DrillMax - regular full version w/ weights & cardio and tonight will be Insane-X after work! Looking forward to it and wondering what her style will be like. She is a tough Spinning instructor so I think she is just the person for this!
Jen: Let me first say a HUGE congrats to your successful weight loss journey! :drinker: WOW, that is beyond fantastic. These two workouts are really great! If you have never done a Cathe workout or feeling nervous about the intensity level of it, do a pre-mix first! That would be my suggestion. You WILL be able to do the workout, don’t be scared.
Cathe’s approach to her workouts is always friendly and encouraging! Start with a shorter pre-mix, get a feel for it and add on. One thing with both of those workouts she offers multiple pre-mixes on both so you won’t get bored at all if you are doing those for a while. Good Luck and let us know how you did! PS. There are different firewalker bands, comes in a pack of 3 for lowest to more resistance! Amazon.com sells them.
Laurie: Great combo of workouts this a.m.! I actually remembered Pyramid being your favorite as I was doing it the other day & thought of you. Yes, the legs were feeling it at the end, but it was really a fun combo. Have a nice hair appt tonight! Always a good thing.
Michelle: Happy Anniversary! Sorry to hear your hubby wasn’t there but sounds like he is where he needs to be right now with his dad. I hope all goes well there. Very fun that you arranged a surprise visit! Sounds like you are already having a great time …. Including her cooking for you all!
How nice, Mom’s are always good at that. My mom does that for my sister when she goes for visits because of the kids and their busy schedules. I hope that pinch in your back goes away very soon, that can be annoying forsure. Sounds like if you got through your workouts it probably helped loosen it up a bit ~ nice job! Great to hear your new space is just about ready and you are excited for a new combo/rotation. Have fun with mom.
Laurel: Your workout combo sounds great today! Very fun and glad that it flew by …. Wanting more?!??! :huh: Great job. Only 5 days away …… that is so exciting! :bigsmile: I’m thrilled for you and your hubby. I say go for it, take a couple days of just relaxation, you deserve it! There will always be options for you to get some kind of workout in. Just plan on enjoying your time forsure.
Erika: Thinking about you and my fingers crossed for you! :flowerforyou:
Talk to you all tomorrow ~ Tami0 -
Morning Ladies,
This morning was Jillian's Kickbox FastFix Levels 2 & 3, and Skogg Flow Level 3. At first I didn't know if I was going to like Jillians new kickboxing workout, but doing the two 20 min. workouts today may have changed my mind. The flow is a little different than what I'm used to, so I think it is just doing the workout more and I will like them more.
Michelle, Sounds like your Mom is enjoying spoiling all of you. My Mom does the same thing, but she makes me cinnamon bread. :laugh: Sorry to hear about your back, hope it starts getting better for you. Hope you where able to relax yesterday.
Laurel, I'm sure that you will be feeling the leg work from yesterday, since both of those really work the legs. But I'm sure that you will be fine, since you are so dang fit. :bigsmile: So jealous that you are going to Hawaii, and I'm sure that you are going to have a great time there.
Jen, I actually found those bands at a store called Tuesday Morning. That was about a year ago, so don't know if they carry them anymore.
Tami, OK who every invented Superman Push-Ups is a crazy person! :laugh: Those things are evil. Our weather has turned cold, it was in the 40's this morning when I walked the dog. :noway: Couldn't believe that DH was sleeping without any covers on last night, I was snuggled in all the blankets. :laugh: I got a lot of hair chopped off, and I really love the new cut. Will be different for me having to actually make sure it is styled before I head out the door. :laugh: I'm one of those that lets it air dry, but she did say that I still could do that so I was happy.
Have a wonderful day!
Laurie0 -
Morning Ladies,
Wierd sleeping pattern for me, my mom, and the dog as he has decided that he likes to sleep in her room and she tends to need a TV to fall asleep:grumble: Now Mr. Capone wakes every morning at 2:30, requires fresh water and then of course wakes me again to come and get me at 4:30 or 5am:noway: No major soreness this morning which is disappointing:blushing: so hoping to try Toby's Sculpt workout using the step for a kick butt routine.
Laurie- Yes she is spoiling us and we are loving it as we have not seen her in more than 2years since I started the position with the DoD, really crazy when we think about it as she usually visits yearly if not twice a year:laugh: I have tried Fastfix but it is so different from a traditional KB dvd that I did not enjoy that one, will keep that in mind.
Laurel- Thanks, yes Jessica Smith had some Superman type workouts which actually help loosen the area and the multiple flys during the upper body routine was uncomfortable initially but today I feel way better.
Erika- Good morning...any news?
Tami- Thanks, Insane X..gulp!:bigsmile: Those classes always sounds soooo brutal but yet exciting:laugh:
Ok ladies I actually started my day with a bowl of my mom's soup and I'm feeling pretty great right now:blushing: but I have also cleaned the backyard, the house and now I'm finishing up laundry
Michelle0 -
Hi Ladies! Late check-in for me today, but I wanted to make sure I got it in because it is going to be difficult for me to check-in the next couple of days....and then off we go to Hawaii! I did manage to get my workouts in this morning. I started with X2 Total Body, which felt really good today. I also did X2 Ab Ripper, and followed it all up with TF 60. Lots of fun.
Tami, glad you enjoyed the Bootcamp! Sounds like a couple of tough workouts today too! Amazing. Thanks for the encouragement to take some time off in Hawaii. I just really feel like I could use it, more mentally than physically. We'll see how it goes. Usually by the fourth day, I'm climbing the walls! But I may not feel that way if we're out and about, taking walks, playing golf, etc.
Laurie, I bet you are enjoying the new haircut! Sounds terrific. Like you, I don't normally style my hair much (dry and flat iron is all). The last time I got it done, my stylist was trying to convince me to change. This was the first time she had worked on my hair, and I tried explaining to her that my hair is really unmanageable. She believed me once she started drying it!! She couldn't believe how much curl there was too it. I just said 'Now you see why I keep it simple'! :laugh: Hope you enjoy the new style!
Michelle, sorry to hear about the weird sleep patterns. I can't believe it has been that long since you've seen your mother! You must really enjoy having her there. I bet she's happy with the chance to spoil all of you.
Erika, I'm thinking about you! :flowerforyou:
Well, in case I don't get a chance to check-in the next couple of days, enjoy the week! I will be back in October. So hard to believe how time is flying. :noway:
Laurel0 -
Hi Ladies ~ Insane-X last night was really good! The “new” instructor was so nervous but she did great. At first there was only 2 of us and she almost cxld it (gym rule of at least 5 people) but then more showed up. Everyone stood in the back, including my friend who quickly darted behind me when we started! :noway: SO yours truly was in the front! Talk about pressure. I’m not a front row person but twice in one week it has happened to me now. Yowsa! This a.m. was 4DS KickBox and tonight will be Spinning.
Laurie: Glad to hear you enjoyed the Jillian KB workouts! Your hair sounds like it is darling and easy, that’s so great. I have longer hair so it is never easy other than a pony tail. :laugh: Those superman push-ups are tough forsure, she has us do them for a minute straight. That can be quite a few actually. We have had cooler temps in the evening and a.m. but during the day nice and warm. This weekend is supposed to be 90!! :bigsmile:
Michelle: Sorry about the early wake-up & crazy sleep patterns with Mr. C ….. I woke to a random alarm this a.m. that I had set on my Ipad a month ago when I left for L.A. to visit my sister. Which never went off …. Apparently I set it for Sept 19 not Aug 19:frown: Sheesh! Scared me & Emma too at 3:30. It sounds like this visit from your mom is way overdue! I hope you are having a blast. Sorry no DOMs hope Toby’s Sculpt goes well if you get a chance to try that one. Yes, it sounds kind of like “gulp” doesn’t it? I would say everyone at the gym that doesn’t know what it is takes a “miss” because of the name.
Erika – Any news?!?
Hi Laurel - Fabulous workouts!!!! Have a fantastic trip:flowerforyou:
Talk to you all tomorrow ~ Tami0 -
Hey Ladies, sorry I've been MIA! It has been a LONG last few days. The good news is that I got the job!!!!! :bigsmile: :bigsmile: The not so good news is that putting in my notice this morning didn't go as smoothly as I wanted, and my employer is trying to pursue some sort of legal action regarding my non-compete agreement. So, it is very uncomfortable in the office right now. Normally they walk a person out when they are leaving to go somewhere else in the industry, but they have been making me sit there, with nothing to do all day. I got a text from my boss tonight saying he needed to meet with my tomorrow morning for 15 minutes (he's supposed to be going out of town on vacation), my guess is to walk me out, but who knows. Anyway, my new boss is AWESOME and has been in constant contact with me making sure that I'm being treated fairly and is willing to talk with our legal team and get me out of the middle of it. I'm VERY happy about my decision after my employer once again showing me how unprofessional and difficult they can be.
Ok, so workouts have been ok. I have taken a couple rest days due to exhaustion (I didn't realize how much sleep I was losing over this whole decision) and DOMS. But, I kicked out a good workout tonight, and should be back on schedule tomorrow.
You ladies have been awesome on the workouts, WOWSA! Great variety, intensity and overall drive! Laurel, enjoy Hawaii! Michelle, enjoy the rest of the time with your mom visiting! Laurie, the haircut sounds fun, enjoy!!! Tami, I hope you are enjoying your time with the pups--and your girlfriends--while the hubby is away.
Off to get the boys ready for bed, and get some sleep tonight. I only managed 5 hours last night, I need to do better tonight!
Erika0 -
Morning Ladies,
This morning was 6W6P Level 2, and Shred-It with Weights Level 1. This was a nice combo, and I was able to use my 15# kb with the Shred-It workout. The level 2 shred-it has some unusual exercises, that do not work well with a heavy kb.
Michelle, I thought the same thing about the FastFix workout the first time I did it. I actually like the 2nd workout the most. It bothers me a ton that she only does the kickboxing moves on one side. :grumble: But this time, since I knew the moves a bit better, it was a much better workout. I didn't try to do the moves on the opposite side, so maybe that was the reason I enjoyed it more. Hope you where able to get some good rest last night.
Laurel, You are going to be having such a great time in Hawaii that having to worrry about getting a workout in will make that trip less enjoyable. And Hawaii is one place that you need to totally enjoy! So I agree with Tami on that one. :happy: I have a lot of curl in my hair also, when I air dry I put some gel in it, fluff it up, and the curls are there instantly. When I blow dry my hair it just tends to look like a mess! :laugh: I love the flat iron also.
Tami, Sorry to hear that you where pushed to the front of the class. :huh: Guess you have a lot of people in the class that don't like the front row. :laugh: I bet you did a great job. Wow that is really warm for this time of the year! I hope that we stay with these temps, because it sure is nice to be outdoors.
Erika, Congrats on the new job! I think those non-competes are crazy, and that company would be idiots to persue it. JMO of course. WTG on getting those workouts in, and it can only get better when you don't have to deal with all the stress. Hope you are able to get some rest tonight.
Have a wonderful day!
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Hi Ladies ~
This a.m. I caught a few extra zzzzzzzzz’s :yawn: So planning on my workout tonight which will be Lower Body Blast followed by Abs and before it gets dark take the kids for a walk (might have to do that first) . So far, no evening class on Thurs. that calls my name. Last night’s spinning was good – very full. They are having their 2nd Biggest Loser Competition that started this week as well so the classes are filling up. They do this twice a year I guess.
Erika: Yahoo!!!!! CONGRATULATIONS :drinker: :bigsmile: :drinker: I just knew this was going to be your job. That is awful that the current place is treating you that way but it definitely gives you final confirmation as well that you need to be out of there! So cool the new employer is keeping in touch with you and wanting to help. Great job getting in some workouts in the meantime and I’m sure the stress of the decision has you exhausted! Hope you get some good sleep tonight and this weekend too.
Laurie: That sounds like a really great combo.:happy: I was thinking tonight after LBB getting in some 6W6P or maybe even Ult Ball for my abwork. Yes the front row is dreaded especially in the Insane-X class. When Chris was teaching it all the young girls loved the front because they would mostly stare at him. The “new” instructor (spinning instructor from last night as well) came up to me and thanked me for being there and supporting her & told me I am very “fit”. That felt nice coming from a trainer. Yes, our weather is very warm for this time of year. However with the shorter days and lots of smoke in the air from fires in Central Washington it isn’t quite as “summery hot” feeling, if that makes sense? How are your DD's doing?
HI Michelle & Laurel :flowerforyou:
Talk to you all tomorrow ~ Tami0 -
Hi Ladies!!! TGIF!
Well, yesterday got even more interesting at the office. I've now had "warnings" from my boss and his boss that my company plans to take me and my new employer to court if I go through with the job there. Ugh, I'm so unsure of what to do! I feel like they are making empty threats, as if I get out of there, there are about 10-15 other people that will likely follow! I think the department knows that, so wants to make an example out of my case, in that they are being VERY strict on our non-compete. Basically, according to our non-compete, I can not work anywhere in our service area (MN/WI) in any type of medical, dental, EAP, FSA, capacity. I just don't think that's legal, but I haven't done enough research. So, I'm leaning on my new employer, hoping they have the necessary legal ammo to fight this thing! If not, I'm going to end up working somewhere like Target PT, until I get out of my non-compete (12 months). Send lots of good vibes my way, I need them!
Workouts have been going great, although I'm experiencing a lot of lower back pain since I started JNL. The only thin I can think of that makes this workout different than others (as far as moves goes) is that she does A LOT of burpee type moves. Something about that must aggrevate my lower back. But, I'm sticking with it, and just adding in lots of extra stretches, and taking 2 rest days per week.
Tami--Ya know what, good for you on the extra zzz's! Your body probably needed them, and I bet you felt well rested. I'm sure you kicked butt with your evening workout, which more than makes up for no morning one!
Laurie--Great job on the JM workouts! :bigsmile: I know what you mean about awkward moves with a heavy KB...I've seen my fair share of those in workout videos!
Michelle--Hello! :flowerforyou:
Have a great weekend. I'll be back on Monday!
Erika0 -
Morning Ladies,
This morning was Extreme Shed & Shred Level 2, and Shred-It with Weights Level 2. Was more comfortable with the 2nd workout this time, so was able to use my kb on some moves. The ESS workout was around 50 min. One thing I am going to try at some point is the combo of both levels, she actually has them combined on the DVD. That is a surprise.
Tami, Guess they try to get as much business as possible during the year, just makes it more aggrivating for the regulars at times. That is very nice of the instructor to thank you like that, and of course giving you the compliment. :drinker: That really must have been a boost for you. Now you won't feel so bad about getting in the front of the class.
Erika, Sorry to hear about the threats, that could backfire on them. I think that threats could make the non-compete voided! Hope everything works out for you, and that the new company can deal with the issues. Burpees are not one of my favorites, and it really is nice when the time doing them is short (at least for me. :laugh: )
Have a great day!
Laurie0 -
Hi Ladies! Just wanted to pop in for a quick moment and say 'hi' before I say 'goodbye' tomorrow! I was supposed to be at a lunch right now, but I'm stuck in the house waiting for pest control to come. We're having a bit of a problem with mice right now. :huh: No fun. No fun at all. But, hopefully, this will take care of it, and I will be able to sleep in peace once again.
Anyhow, I also finished my first phase of X2 today. Really enjoyed this set of workouts, and I'm kinda sad to know I won't be doing many of them again during this rotation. But I finished it with X2 Balance and Power, which I followed up with Cathe's HiiT Double Wave Pyramid and Power Hour. It was a great workout today, and I'm all ready for my beach time in Hawaii. Of course, my husband inadvertently talked me into taking workout stuff with me, so I am prepared to workout down there if I want. But I'm only taking fun workouts!
Erika, congratulations on the job!!! But, boy, does it sound like you are in for some pain from your current employer. I really hope your new employer can help you through this and you can move on. I can't imagine having to stay in your current position (if that is even an option right now) given all of this. Great job on pushing through with some workouts through all of this stress. No doubt some of that stress may be playing into your lower back pain as well. I hope to return to some good news from you that you are free at last and with a better employer!
Tami, I hear you on not being a front row person. But what a great compliment from your instructor. I'm glad the class went well. I'm sorry to hear you are still getting smoke from the Washington fires. At least after our fire, things calmed down here in Colorado. We are still outrageously dry, but less fire than we had in June for sure.
Laurie, sounds like you are doing great with these Jillian workouts! Thanks for the encouragement to just go and enjoy Hawaii. That is exactly what I plan on doing, and if a workout slips in there.....great! And if not......great! I'm certainly not going to sweat it (no pun intended! :laugh: )
Well, the guy came a set all of the traps around the house. Yuck. I'm glad we will be leaving tomorrow, and they will come in and check them while we are gone. I hate the thought of a bunch of dead mice around the house. Of all of the places we've lived, this is [another] first for us. I'm thinking I've had enough of the 'firsts' here in Colorado. You would think I would have less of them here since I lived here for 27 years!! But, sadly, that hasn't been the case. :ohwell:
I hope you all have a great week!
Laurel0 -
Hi Ladies ~ TGIF!!!!!!:drinker:
Well, as life goes sometimes my p.m. workout didn’t happen.:ohwell: I took the dogs for a walk first because I didn’t want it to be too dark …. All the eve’s they stare at me when I get home and then don’t take them I couldn’t “not” last night. When I got home the young man who is mowing our lawn while DH is gone was there and we chatted until about 7:40 in the driveway. So no workout, took it as a REST day. This a.m. then turning into Lower Body Blast and tonight is Spinning. Lots of good ones lined up for the weekend, so a REST day was probably in order. . . I suppose
Erika: I cannot even imagine why companies feel they can threaten or bully an employee into staying.:grumble: It is so crazy. I do hope that your “new” employers are prepared to help out in full force if it does come to that but again, thank goodness you have the new job waiting. I’m sorry this transition isn’t the celebration I’m sure you would have originally imagined. Like Laurel mentioned, I think some of the tight, lower back pain is also stress happening. Good on ya for getting in some workouts through this but be sure to take care of that too & watch those burpees if you think that is the culprit. Thanks for the encouragement on the extra zzzzz’s – I kind of felt that way too so didn’t have the guilt’s too much.
Laurie: You are really doing some great combos with your Jillian rotation right now, that’s so great! :bigsmile: Sounds like you are enjoying them too. Yes, the gym definitely comes up with some creative contests it seems to keep attendance up, which is smart. Just creates a bit of frustration for the regulars sometimes.:frown: Katy’s compliment to me was very much a boost.
Laurel: Fantastic job with the workouts!!!! Wahoo and shall I say ALOHA ~ have a fabulous trip and thank goodness someone is coming to check the traps while you are gone. That would freak me out to come home to “that”. :noway: It goes without saying that you will have a blast but I hope it is an amazing trip with all the relaxation, sunshine, umbrella drinks and of course sunshine your little heart desires! Talk to you soon. Safe travels. :flowerforyou:
Hi Michelle ~ Hope you are having a great time with “mom”:bigsmile:
Have a great weekend ladies!
Tami0 -
Morning Ladies,
My mom left on Thursday and although she tried to extend her vacation the shortage of nurses prevented that good fortune. It has beena bit lonely and the girls miss her but she is hoping to come again next month. This weekend we were suppose to pick up th ein-laws and drive them home and then return on Sunday but due to medical issues he was unable to do his lat test, thus an early discharge from the hospital and he was physically able to drive himself home. Today on the schedule is JM Body Rev wk1 and Kb, so hopefully after I finish unload these boxes I dragged in from the garage I can get started on myself:blushing:
Laurel- Safe travels and enjoy the beach for all of us:drinker:
Laurie- Hopefully JM will release the improved version of that workou:grumble: t. Sometimes in her quest to have signature moves she creates a Miss instead of a Hit:bigsmile:
Erika- Congratulations on the new job!:flowerforyou: How unprofessional that your company would become so aggressive and come at you in attack mode. At this point you need to have the legal team of the new company review what you sign to determine if there is a breach in your non-compete clause. I hate when you have given more than 110% in an organization and when it is time to move on they turn against you, geesh...glad you are walking away:grumble:
Tami- It sounds like you are definitely keeping yourself busy, before you know it hubby will be back:laugh: Are you planning on meeting up with him this time around?
Ok off of the computer for me as time is running along. Have a great day ladies:flowerforyou:
Michelle0 -
Hi Ladies ~
Nice weekend for me … until yesterday when my sweet Bernie became sick.:frown: He’s our yellow lab. After not eating since Sat night and he threw up twice :noway: I decided to take him in first thing this a.m. He is a HUGE eater so this was a big red flag! Turns out after x-rays to make sure no blockage and bloodwork he does have an infection …. Stemming from the ol anal gland :noway: :noway: Poor guy. So they have him on fluids all day today and heavy antibiotics. I’ll pick him up after work ~ so no BootCamp tonight but hoping to get in a workout when I get home and have him settled. I’m sure Emma is pacing the yard wondering where her pal is. Up to that happening I had a great workout on Sat a.m. with High Step Training followed by a nice walk w/ the pups (Bernie was fine that a.m.). Yesterday was Plyo Legs and coffee/lunch w/ my BFF, errands and just a little relaxation.
Michelle: Sounds like you had a great time with your mom and always hard when they leave …. Hopefully she can come back very soon for a visit. So FIL going to be alright? Hopefully after those boxes you were able to get in your JM workout. Definitely trying to keep busy …. It always seems to go pretty fast when he is away. I do have my annual fishing trip with him; I will go see him on Oct 5 – 7 so looking forward to that forsure. He will be home about 10 days after that.
Hello Laurie & Erika and ALOHA to you Laurel! :flowerforyou:
Talk to you all tomorrow ~ Tami0 -
Hi Girls!
Sorry I didn't post earlier today...not really trusting my current company, and I'm thinking they are watching everything I write on that computer lately!
Things haven't changed much, but I got my "legal letter" today stating if I am employed with the new company, I'm violating my non-compete, and they intend to take legal action. I had a couple people make a very good point to me today...there has to be proof that I in some way hurt my current company by something I did, to pursue the violation of the non-compete. Simply going to work for an employer doesn't have a way of proving I am sharing trade secrets, etc. I know this letter that was given to me has been given to multiple others, with nothing else to follow. I did share it with my new employer, and they just agreed I should do as planned an not work on any accounts outwardly facing clients. I honestly just want this all over with, so I can move on.
No workouts for awhile for me...my lower back is hurting so bad I can barely walk at times. I haven't worked out since last Wednesday, so not sure what's going on.
Tami--I hope Bernie is feeling better and able to come home and settle in with Emma while you got your workout in!
Laurel--Enjoy Hawaii, I'm jealous!
Michelle--Bummer that Mom had to leave, sounds like you all had a great time while she was visiting! :bigsmile: I hope your FIL is able to get back into good health to get the test he needs.
Laurie--Nice workouts!!! :bigsmile: :bigsmile:
Off to bed! The days at work are getting long with not much to do, but they do not want to let me go!
Erika0 -
Wierd week in my family, three members in different states hospitalized within days of each other:huh: My mom's oldest brother was taken to ICU, this uncle lives in NY with his spouse who suffered a stroke and was not found for 8 hrs nearly 9 years ago so she was left unable to talk or car for herself without an aide. Upon hearing of his collapse and being in ICU she too collapses, which led to my mom's sister being taken to the ER and suffering a minor heart attack. So far my aunt was released yesterday but now word on the others in New York:frown:
This morning I started late on JM but I'm enjoying the brief, not really intense at all style of training with a class like environment:bigsmile: She keeps reminding us that she is building up to the kick butt routine which is good to know:laugh:
Tami- Sorry to hear about Bernie:flowerforyou: Yesterday Mr. C threw up over the rug and has been having some issues in the last two weeks, so I'm thinking its time for a check up or maybe time for his Nutro dog food in lieu of cooked meals:frown: My girlfriend in Texas had to take Macy in last week and she was diagnosed with Bronchitis, the wierd thing is Macy is a ****zu, very prissy and does not go out and the vet can not determine where she picked it up from, ironically Dee was sick with Bronchitis two weeks ago:huh:
Erika- The environment sounds stressful, but just play their game and research all that you can or have an outside lawyer review your agreement to ensure compliance with policy. I hear you on th eback pain but mine has been occurring with TOM but it seems to be increasing past my usual threshold where I'm unable to move comfortable, more in a hunched position:noway:
Laurie and Laurel- Good afternoon? How is the weather? cool air is moving in and I'm loving these Fall temps here as Iknow Texas is still hot:laugh:
Off to grab some lunch as I'm starving already although hubby left me an omelet with sausage this morning:blushing:
Michelle0 -
Hi Ladies ~
Well I’m happy to report that Bernard (the nickname my vet made up for him:laugh: ) is doing really, really good! :bigsmile: Once I arrived last night at the vet he went over all the testing results and it is actually an infection inside his colon. :huh: He said it would be like if you had a sore throat …. How the lining gets red and irritated, same thing but some sort of infection. He apparently ate something strange :noway: :grumble: (the list is long of what he could have had) poor guy. So he had me leave the catheter in his arm overnight and bring him back this a.m. for another round “just to be sure” but he seemed 100% this a.m. Ate all his oatmeal & eggs looking at me like “that’s all I get?” They are also going to give him a nice bath today. So my Bernie is back …. So relieved. Needless to say, by the time I got home after going over all of the x-rays, etc. and making his special dinner I didn’t get in my workout. So planning on Cathe’s Intensity when I get home tonight :bigsmile: …. Will have to miss the PEAK class tonight to get “Bernard” before they close at 6.
Erika: I’m so sorry that you are going through these challenges with your current workplace. :sad: Also to hear your lower back has not loosened up at all …. What a time of it you are having right now. Looking on the horizon ~ I can’t wait for the amazing feeling you will have with your “new” and normal workplace! Along with your back feeling back to normal. Both will happen soon …. :flowerforyou:
Michelle: Funny how random things happen to our little four legged family members. :frown: The vet said it was just something he “picked up” by eating. Could have been anything. The bizarre thing is that Emma had a very similar experience 2 yrs ago which we figured was from a bone we had given her. You have had some weird happenings with your family, that sounds like a scary string of events. Hopefully the remaining family members in NY are released soon. Great job getting in your JM workout, even if brief! She does like to train in an "add-on" style I've noticed in the workouts I have done with her.
Hello Laurie ~ Hope all is well with you!
Until tomorrow Ladies,
Tami0 -
Hi Ladies :bigsmile:
Very happy to report that Bernie is doing great! So last night I was able to get him all settled in with some special food and then did Cathe's Intensity (the Max pre-mix) as planned and it felt great! I had all kinds of energy. Today is Spinning after work. No a.m. workout :yawn: I think I finally slept so soundly with no worry in my brain it just felt good to stay there a little longer.
Hope you are all doing well!
Tami0 -
Finally able to get on MFP!
Hello Ladies! I have been having problems getting on MFP all week. I don't know if it MFP or our connections here at work. I have not been a good girl with my workouts, have been suffering from sinus headaches, watery eyes, runny nose..... It really has made me tired, and the only day I actually felt good was Wednesday. I was able to get 30 Day Shred Level 1 and Skogg Roots Level 3 in. I was going to post on Wednesday, but I couldn't get onto the boards. :noway: But I'm glad to say that it appears that I'm able to talk today.
Tami, Glad to here that Bernie is doing so good, and that it is something that was able to be treated. Also very happy to hear that you where able to get in some much needed sleep. WTG on those workouts, even though you where going through all of that.
Michelle, I'm so sorry to hear about your family, they will all be in my prayers. We are having very cool weather, but the sun has been out so it has been very nice. Sounds like you are enjoying the weather also. How are the girls adapting to the new environment? Glad that you had a great time with your Mom, but sorry that she had to leave. Bet the girls really enjoyed having her around.
Erika, Sounds like the company has to send out this letter just to make a point. Sorry to hear that you have been having to go through all this. Dang on your back also, hope it heals quickly.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Laurie0 -
Happy Friday Ladies,
So Mr. C has been having some digestive issues, then he lost his appetite, would not drink and began his pacing routine, usually indicative of sickness with him. Yesterday it was a diet of oatmeal and scrambled eggs and an antibiotic and sure enough after temping him to eat with a piece of sausage, he ate the food and within an hour was finally asleep at my feet..TG:bigsmile: So far so good and he is back to his normal eating habits. Yesterday I had hubby stop at our commissary to buy his Nutro Max as these other barnds are definitely wrecking havoc with his system. I skipped my workout yesteday and was on the road finding the Post office, buying food items...again:grumble: and the best part was finally going to the 6 year's old school to take her on a lunch date. It was a great suprise and we had a good time
Although I had pleasant soreness yesterday, today I woke up with my tricky right knee flaring up again which is probably from her static lunges with torso twists. Overall I'm enjoying both workouts and her personality in the class environment:bigsmile:
Laurie- Glad to see you and sorry to hear about the sinus issues but sometimes I forget the Fall weather can affect allergies just like Spring:grumble: The girls are doing good but they are both actually complaining about the easy classwork and how boring it is for them. Our little one loves school and never complained unless she wanted to stay home if I was off before but she has been talking to her dad about her "boring long" days. The sad part is that I had voiced concerns earlier that the worksheets were more applicable to 1st grade not second and she has an A in every subject, good but not challenging enough?:ohwell: The eldest is enrolled in advanced courses but most of the advanced projects she completed in 6th grade, so I'm clueless but definitely need to take some action and rethink homeschooling again:huh: Decisions, decisions, decisons!
Tami- Yeah for the four-legged family members whose health is so critical to our happiness as their "mommies":laugh:
Laure & Erika- Good morning and hopefully things have eased up in the office for you Erika:flowerforyou:
Michelle0 -
Ooh hubby told me last night I could find exercise videos on our Youtube channel since he knows I like variety:blushing: So sure I enough I decided to not let technology intimidate me and I figured out the remote control and found an Amazing Zumba class taught at an English college, yes as in Britain and the young instructor was great, fun, and the tracks were modern, Reggaeton, latina, techno he choreographed the moves to and I loved it Music is the key for me and the beats were awesome in this class. Now I have to figure out how to save it as a favorite:laugh: :blushing: 0
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Hi Ladies & Happy Friday! :drinker:
Sounds like we are all glad it’s Friday Looking forward to the weekend. I’m going to do a little shopping for my DH and get a few things ready to take with me the following weekend when I see him. His Birthday is Tuesday as well so a B-Day gift too. It’s his big “50” this year. This a.m. was Cardio Core Circ & headed to Spinning after work. :happy: She usually ends a little earlier than most on Friday’s so I will have time to get home and take the kids for a walk. We are still very lucky with some amazing sunshine and temps. The cold is just around the corner though :frown:
Laurie: I have been through that at my office too sometimes … getting on MFP. Glad you were able to connect with us! I was missing you, wondering what was happening. So sorry to hear about your sinus headaches/runny nose, etc. that is never fun and definitely takes a toll on the energy scale.:ohwell: Good job getting in some JM/Skogg Roots though! Thanks for the well wishes on Bernie. It is always a scare forsure and I am also very glad it was an easy fix. How are your DD’s doing? Did your youngest get her license?
Michelle: Sounds like Mr C had a similar situation as Bernie. . . . glad you were able to get him back on track fast and bypass the vet visit (and bill :noway: ). Sounds like you have had a busy week as usual and your lunch date at the school sounds so fun, I’m sure she loved it. Dang on the knee flaring up – I hope it goes away quickly. Good to hear your are enjoying JM’s workouts though! Yes, definitely for me and my sweet “kids” since I don’t have human kids of my own, they really cause some worry sometimes. :blushing: I’m sure the realization of your daughter’s not being challenged at their new school is very frustrating. Sounds like you have found the perfect ZUMBA workout! :bigsmile: Hope you figured out how to save it. YAY
Erika: I’m sure you are feeling TGIF more than anyone here! Hang in there.
I hope you all have a great weekend!
Tami
:flowerforyou:0 -
Hi Ladies,
Sorry I haven't been on all week. I have been an A+ employee all week and proving to my boss (and his boss) that I just want to do my job and end on a good note! So, I've been very busy! No more threats at work, and I've got all the details for my 1st day at the new job. I'm SOOOOOOO excited!!! :bigsmile:
I have not worked out since last week, my back is killing me. I don't know what to do about it, as I can't figure out if it's an injury or something more. It hurts to walk, sit, lay down, etc. I have been icing and doing lots of stretches, so maybe eventually it will loosen. Today, I'm feeling the pain in my glutes, which is weird!
Tami--I'm so glad to hear Bernie is better, how scary! Enjoy the weekend with the fun shopping for next weekend and hubby's b-day! Enjoy class tonight! :bigsmile:
Michelle--Poor Mr. C! Sounds like he's on the mend too. I hope everyone in your family is better and out of the hospital...what a week! :ohwell: Have fun with the Youtube classes, the Zumba one sounds awesome!!!
Laurie--Are those allergies causing the exhaustion? I sure hope they subside soon..I'm sure with the cooler weather next week they will get better! :bigsmile:
Off to get ready for hockey!
Erika0 -
Morning Ladies,
Well I tried something different with the sinuses, took Sudafed as soon as I got up. Then I took the dog for a walk, and by the time I got home I felt so much better. Guess having the sinus passages open really helps. :laugh: I got in Chris Freytag's 10lb Slimdown Xtreme Total Body, and Bonus Buns.
My oldest dd is now a Mary Kay rep., so I hosted her first party. I have not used Mary Kay in years, and was surprised at the new anti aging product that they have out. It is way better than the stuff I am currently using, so I'm going to be splurging on that kit. Also was impressed with their new foundation. I really didn't like there old stuff to much.
Michelle, Dang on the schooling for the girls. Being bored can really be a problem for the kids, because then they are not challenged. Hope you are able to make a decision on homeschooling, it sure sounds like they need the stimulation. Soory to hear about Mr. C., those dogs sure can have sensitive stomaches. So cool that you are able to get those videos, I think I remember seening a thread on videofitness on some Youtube vids that where available. Might want to go check that thread out also.
Tami, Happy Birthday to your DH! :drinker: That is a big birthday. Both of the girls are doing really well, as you can see from above the oldest is going to be using her entrepenership program to its fullest. She is officially in the program, so I think this will be a great learning lesson. She might even use it for a paper at some point. The youngest has her temp liscense, and we have been letting her drive. Her first time on the freeway was on the way to and from church on Sunday. I figured not to many cars would be on the freeway, so scare factor would be less. She did better than she thought she would. She still has some issures with turns, but it is getting better the more she practices.
Erika, Dang on the back issues, might need to go see the doc on that one. Glad to hear that you had a better week at work, it is not fun to get threats. Yes I do believe that the sinuses are causing the exhaustion, probably not sleeping as well as I usually do. Of course not exercising probably doesn't help with my sleep, since that makes me even more tired at the end of the day. :laugh: I don't like to hope for a frost, but it sure would help with the nose. :laugh:
Have a wonderful day!\
Laurie0 -
Morning Ladies,
Tornado watches, delayed school so poor hubby had to turn around and drop the kids back home. I did Bar Method this weekend and then showed the family the Zumba workout and my eldest did it last night while we watched her:laugh: So today is Phase 1 Workout 1 with JM and BM lower body.
Erika- Glad to hear that all is well, being a stellar employee helps
Laurie- Report cards come out soon and so far the progress reports shows all A's, so we will see after the official report. Glad to hear that the sinuses are feeling better with the Sudafed.
Tami- I may have to take him anyway because hubby bought his Nutro for him but grabbed the Limited ingredient version but he started vomiting again last night. Now we had some mushrooms from the constant rain in the backyard and now it is missing :huh: so we are wondering if he ate them again:noway: I have been searching for a potential new vet so hopefully this potential facility ia accepting new patients.
Laurel- Having fun in the sun we hope.:flowerforyou:
After an hour of being on the phone with Time Warner, I finally upgraded my internet but did not change the cable as the plans here are soooo limited compared to U-verse, no 4 recordings at once:grumble:
Michelle0 -
Hi Ladies! I'm back! :drinker: We had a great time in Hawaii. I didn't even think about working out once, and I think that is exactly what I needed. I feel so refreshed right now! And we were active because we played golf every day :noway: which was crazy but alot of fun for us. Not quite my regular workout routine, but some fun time in the sun with DH. Couldn't ask for more than that.
But back to business today in SO many ways. We have a very busy week ahead of us Air Force-wise as many people are coming to the Air Force Academy to visit. It all culminates Saturday when AF plays Navy in football, which should be all kinds of fun. So if I'm in and out a bit this week, that is why. But I am determined to get back to my workouts and Phase 2 of P90X2. Today I started with X2 Chest+Back+Balance and X2 Ab Ripper. The first workout is alot like P90Xs Chest and Back workout.....and also alot different. Because of the balance work, it felt more like a total body workout than the P90X workout, but it was simply alternative variations of pull-ups with push-ups. I don't know if it will go down as my favorite workout in the series, but I liked it well enough. After doing the X2 workouts, I felt like some good cardio though, so I did Drill Max. I think I'll be feeling all this a little later! :laugh: But it was a really good combo and a great way to get back into a routine.
Tami, I'm so sorry to hear your pup was sick last week, but glad to hear he is feeling better. Why do things like that always happen when the husbands are away? I can never figure that out. But it sounds like he is definitely on the road to recovery. Sorry your workouts got a bit messed up as a result, but it sounds like you got some terrific workouts in regardless.
Michelle, so sorry to hear about your family illnesses all over the country! That's just crazy, and I hope everybody is doing all right. And I hope Mr. C gets better soon too! Maybe it is just that time of year or something where both humans and animals start suffering the arrival of winter. Tornado warnings? I guess we had some here in Colorado Springs last week as well which is highly unusual this time of year AND in this part of the state. I'm not sorry I missed it! Great job on the workouts.
Laurie, I'm sorry to hear about the sinus issues. Again, I think this time of year is a killer but, hopefully, the meds will continue to work. Congrats on your DD for selling Mary Kay. The only time I've tried those products was when I was in college, and I remember them being really good. I just never met another representative after that. I'm glad they've still got some good products, and I hope she enjoys it. About your youngest daughter and driving on the freeway...:noway: . That's got to be a scary moment as a parent. :flowerforyou:
Erika, I'm glad everything looks like it is in place for you to move jobs. I hope you can just get away from your current one quietly and without incident and then never look back. You might have injured your back, and if the pain is moving around from the initial injury (like into your glutes) that could be because you are compensating for your injury in other ways (in other words, using muscles other than the one you injured differently). Continue to rest it and do some good stretches. I find that stretching my hamstrings and glutes is essential when I've hurt my back. Those are the muscles on me that tighten up the most with any form of back injury, and if I can get those loosened up again, then my back starts getting better. If the pain doesn't go away this week, though, you might want to see a doctor just to make sure it isn't anything more serious.
I know tomorrow is going to be a long and busy day for me, but I will try to check-in if I get a chance.
Laurel0 -
HI Ladies ~
Hope you all had a nice weekend. My weekend was pretty quiet with the dogs but had some good workouts and took them for walks both days. Friday night I decided to go home and get in my workout instead of the Spinning (I felt like having a longer workout I guess for Fri night entertainment :blushing: ) so I went with Cross Fire X-Treme, which was lots of fun & burned up a ton of calories. Sat was Lower Body Blast + Leg Cond Drills & yesterday I did Cardio Supersets + Bonus Step. Today will be BootCamp and it’s one of our last nicer days outside from the forecast so I’m sure she will take advantage of the outdoor running.
Erika: That is so great to hear about your excitement for the new job and that no other new threats have been made at your current job. :happy: Not good news about your back still hurting. I’m so sorry, that has to be so frustrating and miserable as well. I hope you can get some relief soon or like Laurel mentioned, maybe have it checked out in case it is something more serious.
Laurie: Glad to hear the Sudafed helped you out! I bet it felt good to get in the walk and workout without! That’s fun your DD is selling MK products now. I lady here at work was selling that for a while and I tried some to help her out, it is WAY better than when it first came out. Yes, talking to my DH last night and asking him if he was excited the reality has finally set in I think. He is not overly thrilled with the number “50”. :ohwell: Poor guy, he did later mention it’s just a number and he doesn’t feel old. :laugh: I do feel horrible that he is down fishing on the river by himself for his big event but he told me not to worry about it. I’m so glad I will be there Friday with him. He’s super exited too. He loves it when I go fishing with him. I’m bringing some of is favorite “eats” with me for him to have.
Michelle: Scary on the tornado watches! I saw that on the news and was thinking about ya. Awww, poor Mr C. I hope you do find a new vet that you are happy with. When I took Emma & Bernie for their walk on Sat he headed right into some bushes and came out munching on “something” I was like :noway: :noway: and just thought, well . . . I can’t protect him 24/7 plus he is still on antibiotics. OY!
Laurel: Welcome Back!! :flowerforyou: That is so awesome that you had a wonderful time and the R&R you deserved. The golf every day sounds amazing! I bet it was so much fun – it is a dream for me to go to Hawaii. Without a doubt in my mind you hit the workout turf full force it sounds! I can imagine how good it felt and great job! X2 Chest/Back/Balance sounds like it was a goodie! Thanks for the well wishes on Bernie. Truly, WHY do things often hit the fan when the hubbies are away. I am glad it went as well as it did. If I “humanize” him, I think he looked at me at the end of the week with big thanks in his cute face. I know how sick he was and by Friday he was back to his rambunctious self. I feel like I made up for a few lost workouts in the beginning of the week over the weekend so that felt good. Can I just tell you that I did “attempt” to do 4DS Low Impact Step … :huh: after 25 min of rewinding and trying and trying and trying :blushing: I did then switch to the Cardio Supersets workout. After my Imax2 experience a couple weeks ago I was feeling confident in my choreography skills ….. ummmm not after Sat. :laugh: Hope you enjoy your busy week, check in when you can!
Hope you have all had a good Monday ~ talk to you tomorrow!
Tami0 -
Morning Ladies,
Yesterday after Body Rev, I added TurboFire Hiit 15 and that was a fun workout:bigsmile: Music was upbeat and it was a short and sweet add-on for Wk1. Today I'm looking at Barre/Pilates as I like what those bring to my LB, so hopefully the combination of all three will hit the sweet spot for me as I'm ready to try some TF workouts...finally:laugh:
Laurel- Welcome back:flowerforyou: I'm a bit envious but Hawaii is on the list within the next two years plus my ego has me wanting to wear a two piece when I hit the beach there again:blushing: I'm glad to hear that you actually took a recovery week and just enjoyed being there together. things are looking better on the homefront. My uncle will be released this week so hopefully the family can convince him to visit the family in Florida and get some needed TLC!
Tami- I'm sure you read the look correctly:laugh: , just as they understand us when we chastise them they understand us when we are giving love, sometimes when Mr. C. looks at me I sure do wish I could hear his thoughts:laugh:
Erika- Have you ruled out any UTI as sometimes those will feel like major backpain:frown: As for the pain in the glutes as a result of the pinched muscles in the back, it could be a lumbar strain which may take several weeks to alleviate. Have you been lifting heavy?
Laurie- Yes Mary Kay does have some great stuff which my mom introduced me to a few years ago. I love their medium coverage in the tube and that is the only thing she will wear:laugh: I tried their self adjusting foundation years ago and it was amazing, then they discontinued that line:grumble: , so now I use Cover Girl during the Spring and Marykay when it gets colder as my tone seems to change during those months:huh:
More clouds here and rain throughout the day and since the kitchen is clean and th ellaundry is done, I will sit on the couch with my candles lit and enjoy some me time before it is time to start dinner and prepping for the girls.
Here is a thought for the day:
"Everything is a gift of the universe - even joy, anger, jealously, frustration, or separateness. Everything is perfect either for our growth or our enjoyment.". Ken Keyes, Jr
Have a great Tuesday!:flowerforyou:
Michelle0
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