ChaLEAN Extreme
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Running outside today :drinker: So excited that there is finally enough clear pavement that I can get outside. Sorry treadmill makers but I hate running on the treadmill.0
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Happy Monday Everyone! :happy:
After so much stuff, and roadblocks I am happy to say that my weights are purchased, my fitness test is done, and I proud to say me and the hubs are finally starting CL today!!!! Whew!
I am going to loosely follow the fitness guide, but I am not sure what really to be eating???? Should I go crazy on the protein, or just try to hit my goal of 1500 cals a day and eat pretty clean???? I have never followed a really structured program before, and I want to make sure to do it right!!!!!!
Do you guys do the protein shake thing before or after the workout????? I want to make sure I am nurishing my muscles correctly and have enough energy!!!
I am SO ready to burn!!!
BTW, I took my measurements, and almost jumped off a bridge....I have bigger arms and thighs than my husband 'gag'
I had my hubs take the "recommended" pics and then download them on our computer and hide them somewhere lol
I beat my husband's squat count by 23! And he was so funny in the elbow plank....he's like, "there is no way anyone can do that!" OMG LOL! He is from the "old school" of exercise, and doesn't even know what yoga is about!!!!0 -
Melissa - glad to hear you are ready to start. Can't wait to hear how you feel about the program. I'm still loving it and looking forward to starting my last week of the Push phase. I really haven't been following her meal plans just counting calories and trying to make good choices. I do usually have a protein snack after work out and have increased my protein during the Push phase.
I was able to get 2 outdoor runs in this weekend and it really lifted my spirits. I've selected a 25K to run in May so I'm really going to have to get back into cardio training with a vengence.0 -
Morning all... finally feeling somewhat human again. Starting small tonight with a simple 30 min walk on the treadmill and still eating mainly chicken/rice/veggies.
Melissa - I honestly don't think I've ever seen the actual food plan for CE... I borrowed the burn phase from a friend who's moved onward. 0 -
Hi I am starting week 2 of the push phase. Wow the push phase is alot tougher than I thought it would be. Im going to need to buy heavier weights again. So far I like it and I also like the schedule. Do you guys use wowy? It schedules you for your workouts so you know exactly what to do on each day. Im going out of town for the weekend so I am switching my days up to allow myself the weekend off but that means no rest till then. How heavy of weights did you guys need? What other cardio do you guys use?
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Melissaovadare: Congratulations on your kickoff to using CLE! You will love it! As for drinking a protein shake before or after, I drink half of a Shakeology shake before the workout if I do it in the morning, and half right afterwards. My favorite is Peppermint Mocha! If I workout later in the day, I don't usually drink a protein/recovery shake. As my friend says, we will need to send a search party out to find your shrinking body once you have a few short weeks into doing CLE! Good luck!0
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Thanks everyone for your suggestions! I am so happy to see that you guys are runners as well! This is my first step into trying to accomplish that. I have always wanted to be a runner, and after this program (and I get some cardio strength back) I am taking it to the streets :noway: I am scared :sad: , but I am going to do it to break the cycle of horrible knees in my family!!
Melissa, I wish I could help but this is my first day 0 -
Morning all... finally feeling somewhat human again. Starting small tonight with a simple 30 min walk on the treadmill and still eating mainly chicken/rice/veggies.
Melissa - I honestly don't think I've ever seen the actual food plan for CE... I borrowed the burn phase from a friend who's moved onward.
Glad you feel better, that flu really wiped you out, huh?0 -
Glad you feel better, that flu really wiped you out, huh?
Yeah! :noway:
I don't get the flu but every few years but when I do... wow... I weighed myself yesterday and was down 6lbs... yeah I know I'll gain most of that back now that I've started to actually eat something more than crackers and powerade.... :laugh:0 -
Ok, I'm getting myself confused with the many Melissa's here, LOL! So, I'll just respond randomly and hope you each know who I'm talking to!
I don't use WOWY right now, but have thought about it. The idea of winning money for just logging my workouts in to the computer is tempting :happy:
As for running, its a sport I've grown to really love over the past year. It's not easy, physically or mentally, but I really love the challenge and the feeling of accomplishment as I reach even the smallest of goals. Beating your family history of bad knees is a great idea. Be sure to go slowly when adding mileage though. No need to get injured.
Glad you are recovering from the flu successfully. It really stinks to be put out of commission like that. I have found that since I began exercising regularly, I don't get sick anywhere near as often as my friends who don't exercise. So, here's hoping you will be completely back on your feet asap and able to get back to your routine, whatever it may be.
As for my CLE routine, its been thrown off track a bit. I was away this past weekend for a family celebration. The celebration was wonderful, but unfortunately a very close family member of mine slipped on black ice, hit his head and is now in a coma. Please everyone, be careful out there if you are in an area of the country plagued by snow and ice this season. We are praying for his recovery.
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Getting ready to start the LEAN phase on Thursday. Any tips/ pointers or just encouragement? haha. I'm scared. 0
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Getting ready to start the LEAN phase on Thursday. Any tips/ pointers or just encouragement? haha. I'm scared.
Hey Chas! I'm half-way done with the LEAN phase right now. You will really love it, as it does both arms/legs (similar to the BURN phase) at the same time as well as incorporating abs. The workouts are longer (45 minutes), and some of the moves I really have to concentrate on doing them correctly. I like doing core workouts because thats my weak spot- my middle section! With the LEAN it was hard for me at first because with the PUSH month I was going super heavy. And then I had to still go heavy on LEAN but failure was at 12 instead of 8. So, on some of the workouts I had to go back down in weights...but its still amazing.
My only "beef" with the LEAN phase is that.... and I love Chalene don't get me wrong....but she talks to dang much on some of the workouts. I absolutely hate the shoulder workouts- I still do them...but they are my least fave- probably because I'm not as strong there. But, she keeps yacking away and telling me to concentrate..haha. Some days I want to cover her mouth. I love Chalene to death...but I also like to concentrate. I'd rather her be sweating and grunting than talking. Haha..anyways..just my two cents!!0 -
Hey everyone! Started week 4 of Burn today... feels good to know that I'm actually sticking to it this time! I am scared for the Push phase though I have to admit...
kicklikeagirl - I think that too a lot of the time with Chalene and her talking! Lol, when she says things like, isn't this great? or You can do it, just push yourself, I'm like uh, no I can't right now and no this is NOT great. :laugh: But then after I like her again.. I really do love her too though.
Glad to see everyones moving on and succeeding!
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Sooooo.....I finished Day one of the Burn Phase! Wow, I love it already....I know I will be sore tomorrow.....
As soon as I was done, I did 30 min of dance cardio ( I need to get my "sweat" on hehehe)
here was my only issue.....During some of the moves, my lower back hurt.......I tried correcting my form, but it was STILL hurting?!?!?!
I am thinking it's because my whole core was shot when I had my son.....I mean, I used to be able to do 100+ crunches, and now I can barely do any..
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Hey everyone! Started week 4 of Burn today... feels good to know that I'm actually sticking to it this time! I am scared for the Push phase though I have to admit...
kicklikeagirl - I think that too a lot of the time with Chalene and her talking! Lol, when she says things like, isn't this great? or You can do it, just push yourself, I'm like uh, no I can't right now and no this is NOT great. :laugh: But then after I like her again.. I really do love her too though.
Glad to see everyones moving on and succeeding!
Good luck this week! :flowerforyou:
So, how did you like the month? Did you move up in weight from Day 1???0 -
Where is everybody?? :sad:
:grumble: :noway: :indifferent: .....Sorry, Ive never used those smileys before...lol0 -
Good morning all! Did a steady 2 mile walk on the treadmill last night, trying to get back into things. Doing good on my food the last 3 days, so HOPEFULLY I see some lasting results on the scale this week!
Melissaovadare - I'm not sure about your back, maybe too heavy of weights?? I'm just throwing things out. I would "assume" having a baby would wreck your core muscles, but having never had one, I can't speak to that for sure.
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Good morning all! Did a steady 2 mile walk on the treadmill last night, trying to get back into things. Doing good on my food the last 3 days, so HOPEFULLY I see some lasting results on the scale this week!
Melissaovadare - I'm not sure about your back, maybe too heavy of weights?? I'm just throwing things out. I would "assume" having a baby would wreck your core muscles, but having never had one, I can't speak to that for sure.
Yeah, I don't know...When I woke up, my back wasn't hurting so who knows!
Glad you are getting back into the swing of things!0 -
Good morning all! Did a steady 2 mile walk on the treadmill last night, trying to get back into things. Doing good on my food the last 3 days, so HOPEFULLY I see some lasting results on the scale this week!
Melissaovadare - I'm not sure about your back, maybe too heavy of weights?? I'm just throwing things out. I would "assume" having a baby would wreck your core muscles, but having never had one, I can't speak to that for sure.
Yeah, I don't know...When I woke up, my back wasn't hurting so who knows!
Glad you are getting back into the swing of things!
Melissa--on the back issue. I noticed this when I first started. So, I brought a mirror in the room with me to make sure my back was in the correct form. It also helps if you tighten your abs. Because, since your abs are the muscles directly across from your back, as you flex your abs it helps make your back straighten (not arched) and then helps relieve some of the "achy-ness" in the back during exercise. I hope that makes sense. I'm finally beginning to realize this as I'm in the LEAN phase. I also ask my husband if my form looks correct....as its just hard to tell sometimes. But, keep those abs flexed. One way I find helpful to make sure you are flexing your abs correctly is to lay on the floor. Once you lay on the floor you will notice in the lower part of your back a space between your lower back and the floor. Flex your abs, and "imprint" your lower back onto the floor- that is the way your abs should be flexed during the exercise. Its hard at first, but you will strengthen your core tremendously...i promise!!! I'm so excited for you!! CE is awesome!0 -
Good Idea, Dawna......I am notorious for not sucking in my tummy when I exercise........I am going to have my husband "police" my form when I am working out!
Today is supposed to be rest day, but I am going to do a Jillian Michaels DVD today!
Going to make lunch........:bigsmile:0 -
Hello im Nia
Im currently doing Chalean Extreme and would love to chime in here if I can!
Hope to get to know some of you!0 -
Hello im Nia
Im currently doing Chalean Extreme and would love to chime in here if I can!
Hope to get to know some of you!
Welcome:flowerforyou:
So, what phase are you in??0 -
I was thinking of getting ChaLean Extreme, could any of you tell me a little more about it though? Is it something that is for people who are already pretty fit? Is it more of a toning type thing or does it help you lose weight too? Also do you have to follow a certain diet or anything with it? I know with some other Beachbody workouts they want you to drink certain protein shakes or buy other products through them.
I am currently doing Jillian Michaels 30 Day Shred (2 days into it) and I have about 75 lbs to lose. So that gives you an idea of my physical fitness level. I want to tone, but also need programs that help you lose weight too.0 -
I was thinking of getting ChaLean Extreme, could any of you tell me a little more about it though? Is it something that is for people who are already pretty fit? Is it more of a toning type thing or does it help you lose weight too? Also do you have to follow a certain diet or anything with it? I know with some other Beachbody workouts they want you to drink certain protein shakes or buy other products through them.
I am currently doing Jillian Michaels 30 Day Shred (2 days into it) and I have about 75 lbs to lose. So that gives you an idea of my physical fitness level. I want to tone, but also need programs that help you lose weight too.
The program is a circuit training AND cardio program, with abs as well..............As far as the nutrition, she recommends if you are over 180lbs (which I am) to have 1500 cals a day..........i personally try to have a balanced (40 percent protein/40 percent carbs/ 20 percent fat) plan, and I have my MFP settings to that....
There is alot of weight training involved, and you have to purchase a set of weights (generally from 5's to 20's) and you are supposed to lose alot of fat while having lean muscle and not bulking up!
I heard only fab things about it, so I ordered....men can do it too, so my hubby has jumped on board......
I have about 70lbs to lose (I want to be about 145lbs but have looked good in the past at 165) so I am supplementing Jillian DVD's on the days there is no cardio!!!!!
I think I am going to do CE and then maybe move on to P90X or Insantity.....I have had friends do those programs, but I am not in good enough shape yet...I think Chalean is a GREAT place to start!0 -
I was thinking of getting ChaLean Extreme, could any of you tell me a little more about it though? Is it something that is for people who are already pretty fit? Is it more of a toning type thing or does it help you lose weight too? Also do you have to follow a certain diet or anything with it? I know with some other Beachbody workouts they want you to drink certain protein shakes or buy other products through them.
I am currently doing Jillian Michaels 30 Day Shred (2 days into it) and I have about 75 lbs to lose. So that gives you an idea of my physical fitness level. I want to tone, but also need programs that help you lose weight too.
CLE definitely helps you lose weight because as Chalean says "Muscle Burns Fat, Baby!" It is really working for me. While many people buy weight sets to use with CLE it is not necessary. If you buy the DVD it will come with a resistance band and you can add resistance bands that have higher resistance if you need it. I don't think you need to be "already pretty fit" to do CLE. It is easy to modify and Chalean encourages modifications throughout the program. We all need to build muscle no matter our fitness level. I use Beachbody products and the thing I like is that if you have a good coach, his/her focus is on helping you reach your fitness goals, not just sell products.0 -
Lol @ Chalene talking too much. I know what you mean, but it also motivates me at times when I think 'I really can't do this', and then like clockwork she encourages me to go on, etc., and then suddenly I *can* do it.
Does anyone else find it amusing when they go around giving each other high-fives and say 'give me some love!' Haha, that really puts a smile on my face. Kinda corny.
Also... I noticed that after I do a workout a couple of times I no longer feel the next-day soreness. Does this mean I need to up the intensity/weights? Right now I only have 1.5 kg, 3kg and 5kg. It's frustrating because sometimes a certain weight is not heavy enough to reach failure, but the heavier weights I have are too heavy to make it to even 10 reps! But I won't be able to buy more weights for a few weeks at least.0 -
I "restarted" back to Week 1 Day 1 last night... forgot how hard that first day is (and it's only been 2 weeks since I've done CE).... :laugh:0
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I "restarted" back to Week 1 Day 1 last night... forgot how hard that first day is (and it's only been 2 weeks since I've done CE).... :laugh:
The beginning is always a good place to start LOL
I did Boot Camp Cardio from Exercise TV yesterday on the "rest day" and today is Burn Circuit 2 :bigsmile: ......
I hope CE changes my view on exercise...I know it is going to take a while, but I keep thinking that the circuits are not "working out" I feel like I need to be drenched in sweat and ready to die :frown: in order to feel like I accomplished something!
Have a good Weds everyone!0 -
Hi Extremers!
Last night I did a 15 minute Turbo Kick warm up...and then did my Burn Intervals. I just love that workout- it kills me! Tonight is a turbo kick warm up for 15-20 minutes...then LEAN circuit 3! yippie! I am SO excited! I am loving the lean phase because it really helps me focus on my core. I'm pretty sure I say that everyday I do it...so I must apologize for repeating myself. I remember when I was a teenager I would get so annoyed that my mom repeated herself all the time...and now look- like mother like daughter!! :laugh: I am so hungry today...its a good thing I brought lots of snacks to work. It makes me excited...must be crankin up my metabolism...yahoo!
Strong Resolve- You'll probably need some more weights...but since you can't buy them at this time (I know how that goes—they are NOT cheap!! Arg…) to reach failure...do what Chalene says... and flex your muscles. So, contract your muscles and then use the weights on TOP of that...that should help get you to failure! Or, you can maybe use the heavy weights for the first 5 reps and then use the lighter weights to get to failure. You definitely want to reach failure because that will give you some great results! hope that helps
Melissaovadare- I know what you mean about not being drenched in sweat. I typically do about a 15-20 minute warm up doing kickboxing or something like that to get my heart rate pumping, and then I typically sweat throughout the whole CE workout. It made me feel better about the exercise, and it also helped warm up my muscles and avoid injury. But, its all up to you! Way to go on doing some great exercises on your day off of CE!!
Brangwen- its crazy how hard those workouts are after having missed a few days... that happened to me during Christmas break- I went to visit the fam across the country...and then came back and thought "wow, this exercise wasn't nearly this hard when I left"..haha..and it probably wasn't as hard before...but it definitely jump-started me back into the "CE mode"! 0 -
Is anyone on the PUSH phase? I was just curious because I remember those boots Chalene wears..haha.. her style is so cute. I definitely can't pull it off. But, I love how she says "I'm probably going to regret these boots in 5 years"...my husband ALWAYS says "I already do". He thinks they are ugly...but hey- if I could look as good as Chalene does, I'd probably wear those funky workout boots..haha! Just a random thought.:bigsmile:0
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