Am I doing too much to soon?

gabiinacio

In 2010 I used to walk 5 miles a day with a kickboxing class 3 days a week, within the year I dropped 50lbs. In summer of 2012, I managed to gain 35lbs of those pounds back...

I've recently picked up a new routine at the gym. I've been alternating between doing Zumba (3x a wk) , Weigh/ Strenght training (3x a week) For 6 days a week. So far i've dropped 6lbs in two weeks.

This week is my 3rd week. I have a 1 hour lunch break at work, and a lap around my entire building is .8miles. So since Monday I've also incorporated walking an average of 3.2 miles in 45mins.

Is this too much too soon? I've read somewhere that starting out too strong will hinder my progress in the long run. My body has been fine, and i'm able to handle it, I love how I feel afterwords. So stress free, until I get home. HAHA

Makeda1211

Girl if you feel awesome, listen to what your body says. As long as you are getting in enough nutrition to sustain this level of activity, you should be fine. I'm trying to figure out where you are getting all of this energy.

Can I get some!

Makeda1211

I do know how you feel though. I also take Zumba four times a week and do an hour of weight training before class. I wish I had the time to walk as well.

smokinjackd

No, you are doing just fine. Listen to your body, if you start feeling dragged out and listless then back off a bit until you wake up in the morning feeling energized again.

Kelley528

Unless you plan on working out 6 days a week for the rest of your life then you should probably scale back a little.

You will probably get fabulous results that you will not be able to maintain unless you go 6 days a week forever and in the long term, at least for most people, that is not realstic to keep up.

I used to work out 5 days a week 2-3 hrs a day. I did cardio and strength training all 5 days. I looked the best I ever did in my life. Then I got older, life had more responsibilities, and I just needed more time to myself to relax. I wound up downgrading to 3 days a week for 1.5 hrs a time and even though I still looked great, I wasnt the same as before.

I personally think keep up with a routine that you can maintain for the long run to be truly happy with the results otherwise, you will reach your peak then "slide backwards". Its better to take a longer road to achieve the desired results than this fast-paced one.

KenosFeoh

No, your routine sounds good to me. Pay attention to your body. If you're really sore one day, give yourself a little break. A little one. All too often, I have let the need to take one rest day turn into a rest week, a rest month, a rest life-time.

Strobins05

I would have to say no. I too started off with that same routine and within five months I was down over twenty pounds. Keep at it and allow days for rest. LISTEN to your body, injury is prone to happen when we do not listen. Good luck with it and keep BEASTING! :flowerforyou:

slimcakelady

You sound like me, but like others have said listen to your body. You don't want to do too much too soon, but do make sure you get a rest day in there. I feel good after a workout, and my students definitely notice a change in my attitude :-)

moustache_flavored_lube

Listen to your body if you are handling that volume ok then that is the level you should be training at.

The first few weeks of any new program are usually the toughest, so I would say you are already past the hump.

Pay attention to outside stressors (work, finances, cold/ flu, lack of sleep ) this impacts how much training your body can handle in any given week


And to the person who advised not working out 6 days a week because it wasn't sustainable. BS. Tons of fit people work out 6 days a week for life. Sure things occasionally get in the way of it. Make fitness and health a priority, and keep it that way.

TrailRunner61

I think you're doing great! For me, I noticed that if I worked out too hard at one session and wanted to do it too often, I'd get kind of burn't out and not want to do it as often, like it was too much of a chore or took up too much of my time. I ended up just telling myself I'd just go for a short, enjoyable walk instead. Every single time, I ended up running anyway, haha. So, yeah it does get boring and old at times, so you may have to keep it interesting with music or whatever. With you doing so much, you really cannot IGNORE any pain. Slack off and rest if that happens so you don't tear something and be sidelined for months.
Congrats and good job!

SDHudgins1976

Do what is right for you! Just listen to your body.
I had to drop my second daily workout for this week since I tweaked my back over the weekend. It's slowing "progress" down, but not near as much as if I really mess my back up and have to stop all together. Take it easy if you need to, otherwise I say just keep going! Like others have said just make sure your body gets the rest it needs to repair when needed!

gabiinacio

Girl if you feel awesome, listen to what your body says. As long as you are getting in enough nutrition to sustain this level of activity, you should be fine. I'm trying to figure out where you are getting all of this energy.

Can I get some!

I've been going with a coworker, and we are motivating each other, I've also switched my diet to include more fruits and veggies, and this way I can eat more but healthy. I've also been under alot of stress at work, so walking during my break has helped alot.

I think the engery is coming from how i'm feeling. Of course if I am too tired, I'll take a break. I just dont want to hinder my progress.

julesxo

It sounds to me like you are doing great!

Makeda1211

Girl if you feel awesome, listen to what your body says. As long as you are getting in enough nutrition to sustain this level of activity, you should be fine. I'm trying to figure out where you are getting all of this energy.

Can I get some!

I've been going with a coworker, and we are motivating each other, I've also switched my diet to include more fruits and veggies, and this way I can eat more but healthy. I've also been under alot of stress at work, so walking during my break has helped alot.

I think the engery is coming from how i'm feeling. Of course if I am too tired, I'll take a break. I just dont want to hinder my progress.

I will tell you, you are doing great and it looks like you have two beautiful girls as incentive as well. Enjoy yourself in Zumba. It's one of the best things that has happened to me.

gabiinacio

Unless you plan on working out 6 days a week for the rest of your life then you should probably scale back a little.

You will probably get fabulous results that you will not be able to maintain unless you go 6 days a week forever and in the long term, at least for most people, that is not realstic to keep up.

I used to work out 5 days a week 2-3 hrs a day. I did cardio and strength training all 5 days. I looked the best I ever did in my life. Then I got older, life had more responsibilities, and I just needed more time to myself to relax. I wound up downgrading to 3 days a week for 1.5 hrs a time and even though I still looked great, I wasnt the same as before.

I personally think keep up with a routine that you can maintain for the long run to be truly happy with the results otherwise, you will reach your peak then "slide backwards". Its better to take a longer road to achieve the desired results than this fast-paced one.

In the past I walked/jog 30 miles a week, some days I even did 10 miles a day. I used to walk or ride a bike to my kickboxing class, and sustained it for a few years. THEN My instructor ended up moving to a different city, and I went through a really bad break up in the summer. So I stopped doing everything. Of course going from 60 to 0 made me gain the weight back within 6 months. Also poor diet choices during those "bad" months. Considering my past, I was able to handle it and make proper food choices. I know this is a lifelong change, and my goal is not to drop the weight quickly but be healthy in the long run. Its not cute to get winded going up 1 flight of stairs. lol

yoovie

no - but dont plan to keep up a schedule that demands unrealistic time. Build in a few loopholes for a social life, unexpected responsibilities and your body's needs. Keep your schedule fluid, flowing and sexy like the body you want - not rigid like an unloving assistant principle.

im sorry if any of that was offensive

SloRunner25

I agree with most points made here, but especially make sure you are getting enough nutrition to sustain your activity. I started working out 5 days a week, pushing myself to the limit, and trying to keep my calories at 1500. That didn't last very long as my body broke down and got the flu for 2 weeks. I cut my exercise down to three days a week but added c25k training so the intensity is doubled but I still have plenty of rest days for my body to recover. My calorie intake is anywhere between 1740-2100 per day. It all depends what your goals are. I'm going strong and slow. I only want to take off a pound a week, but have made major life and food changes I can sustain for the rest of my life.

Major points: Eat well and enough, keep enjoying the exercise, and listen to your body.

Otherwise, keep kickin' it! :drinker:

gabiinacio

Listen to your body if you are handling that volume ok then that is the level you should be training at.

The first few weeks of any new program are usually the toughest, so I would say you are already past the hump.

Pay attention to outside stressors (work, finances, cold/ flu, lack of sleep ) this impacts how much training your body can handle in any given week


And to the person who advised not working out 6 days a week because it wasn't sustainable. BS. Tons of fit people work out 6 days a week for life. Sure things occasionally get in the way of it. Make fitness and health a priority, and keep it that way.

Thank you, If I was able to double the workouts and take more days off I would. I only have 2 hours of the day to myself at the moment, which is my lunch break, and right after work. Which I have dedictaed to making myself healthier. To most people it is a job, but I've been feeling so good about myself. This week I havent even lost an oz on the scale, but my mood has been so much better. I have more engery to keep up with my kids, fiance, and the dogs. lol

My routine will probably also change as time goes on, maybe do 3-4 days but with more intensity every other week. That way my body doesnt plateau.

BTW - Both my daughters come with me to Zumba, and they stay on the sideline dancing. Its so cute, and also a great workout for them. I want them to grow up healthy as well.