Burn phase complete

Mom2M_and_O

Burn phase ended Saturday and I took measurements this morning. The scale is down only one pound, but I think I've been consistently retaining water because there was ONE day (only one!) this month where I was three pounds lighter than when I started, and then it was back up again. It's also the worst time to take measurements as I'm a few days away from TOM and I always bloat anyway. But it was TOM when I took initial measurements, so it's not exactly like comparing apples to oranges.

That being said, I did see 1/2" or so measurement decreases everywhere except the chest (again, TOM bloat, I think). And the body fat calipers measured a smaller number, too, but I'm not entirely confident I'm pinching properly.

I'm optimistic that I'm on the right track. Trying to keep the mindset that I'm in this for a year, rather than month-to-month. The changes aren't spectacular or sexy for a month's worth of effort, but over a year's time, they could really add up. The difference this time is I want to keep up the strength training and eating a healthy amount of food to fuel the workouts.

jennieodwyer

That is awesome. Keep going!

JHart0816

Great job! I just started the burn phase today and have the same mindset as you. I want this to be a lifestyle change, so if I don't see major results right away, no biggie. The longer you do this, the more you'll change! Keep up the great work!

twinmomtwice4

I finished the Burn phase last week too and I'm onto Push now. This is my 2nd time doing the CLX program and Push was, by far, my favorite part!! It's where I really gained a lot of strength!!

I did my measurements too to see my results from Burn and I've lost a little bit of inches here and there. Not a huge amount but I remember from last time that Lean is where I really saw big results (in terms of inches lost).

So let's just keep hanging in here....all our hard work will pay off!!!

Mom2M_and_O

I finished the Burn phase last week too and I'm onto Push now. This is my 2nd time doing the CLX program and Push was, by far, my favorite part!! It's where I really gained a lot of strength!!

I did my measurements too to see my results from Burn and I've lost a little bit of inches here and there. Not a huge amount but I remember from last time that Lean is where I really saw big results (in terms of inches lost).

So let's just keep hanging in here....all our hard work will pay off!!!

Very good to hear!

mdcoug

I'm finishing up my first week of Push tomorrow. One thing that I've noticed is missing from her workouts: Quad stretches! Those are probably the sorest part on my body right now! Overall I'm liking it. I think I'll go pick up some 15lb. weights though. Right now I have a set that goes from 2.5 to 12.5 in 2.5 lb. increments and another that goes from 10-50 lbs. in 10 lb. increments. Going from 12.5 to 20 on some of the exercises is a bit too much for me.

What are you all doing for nutrition in the Push phase? I wasn't that diligent about my protein intake last month and have really tried to do better this month. I haven't upped my calories though.

Mom2M_and_O

I'm finishing up my first week of Push tomorrow. One thing that I've noticed is missing from her workouts: Quad stretches! Those are probably the sorest part on my body right now! Overall I'm liking it. I think I'll go pick up some 15lb. weights though. Right now I have a set that goes from 2.5 to 12.5 in 2.5 lb. increments and another that goes from 10-50 lbs. in 10 lb. increments. Going from 12.5 to 20 on some of the exercises is a bit too much for me.

What are you all doing for nutrition in the Push phase? I wasn't that diligent about my protein intake last month and have really tried to do better this month. I haven't upped my calories though.

Holy smoke, that single leg lunge was impossible for me from a balance standpoint in Push 2 last night. I had to do it without weights just to get the form right, but even still I couldn't stay in the lunge formation while pulling my other leg forward. I may have to come up with a modification for that one...

I've noticed a lack of quad stretch, too, but one thing she mentioned in Push 2 last night that I've not heard her say before is that if you're feeling the muscle burn in the top of your leg instead of the hamstrings and glutes then you're not sitting far enough back in the lunge/squat. So, I'm thinking that because I do feel it more in my quads (and calves/shins) that maybe I've been doing these wrong all along! :grumble: My husband seems to think the glute/hammy combo will come with time as my legs get stronger and more flexible overall, though. But that could be why she doesn't stretch the quad -- because she's not expecting that muscle to get the main workout? That may be total nonsense, though. :laugh:

I averaged 1770 calories consumed per day last month, and I did lose some inches, although nothing really on the scale. So, I'm going to keep with that -- 1750-1850 per day. (I'm 5'3", 36yo, 160 lb) I would like to try to get more protein in my diet. It's tough for me to keep macros in balance. They differ from day to day.

What are you doing to increase your protein?

amomono

I do think that she doesn't focus a lot on quad muscles... I think because on women they tend to look bulky. CLX focuses a lot on hamstrings and glutes - which is fine for me! Just go ahead and add the quad stretches at the end if you need to.

I'm also in my first week of Push. I love this series! The single leg lunge really takes a lot of balance... don't be afraid to use light weights there until you have it down - most of what you are lifting is body weight anyways.

I only have up to 12.5 lb weights - just bought a set of adjustables that go in 2.5 lb increments up to that amount. So far that amount is working fine... although I'm debating buying some 15's... maybe in a few weeks when I really get going.

The next month we won't be lifting as heavy, so that is something to think about too... there are more of the complex, dual muscle exercises again so the weights are lighter.

mdcoug

I'm working on getting more in at lunch and then have cut out my nightly glass of wine (except for last night) in favor of a yogurt/protein powder smoothie.

giusa

This is my last week of the Burn Phase and haven't noticed any changes. But, unfortunately, this is "normal" for me. Same thing happened with JMBR.

Need motivation, please share your Burn results.

LisaGirlfriend

My Burn results were good. Definitely down a few inches and 4 pounds (although gained 1/2 this week). Started Push yesterday and enjoyed Circuit 1. Just keep with it. It's making you stronger and fitter and just trust her and do what she says. It's an awesome program.