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  • makeitallsue
    makeitallsue Posts: 3,086 Member
    Hello all,

    Weight 231.8 lbs. Previous week 235. -3.2 for the week
    Averaged 8.3/miles a day
    Does moving furniture all week qualify as my weight training?

    With all that and getting settled in I expect a great week this week and some good results next monday.
    Boggs68, I read this wrong the first time I glanced at it...that's a great loss!!! Keep it up, moving furniture must do something...maybe I should rearrange the living room or something:laugh: :laugh: Great job!
  • RunRideRay
    RunRideRay Posts: 1,536 Member
    Happy Bday Tracy. Another lap around the sun.

    I am cowboy today. That is, after doing Plyo last night and then an hour on my bike trainer. I was walking a little funny today. Then, I hammer chest and shoulders for lunch and my hands are shaking trying to get steamed rice to my mouth. HA. Get me a bib.

    Keep it up everyone, and I'll work on the chart mid week. I'll be round the clock busy until late Wed, so that's when I'll get it updated.

    Raymond
  • iRun4wine
    iRun4wine Posts: 5,126
    Hey all- Got back from our weekend away late last night. Haven't had time to read through all the posts yet, but wanted to check in.

    My starting weight (last week) was: 160.6
    Current weight 158.6 (lost 2 pounds!!) :bigsmile:

    # of days I stayed under my calories: 4 (would have been better if I hadn't gone away!)
    # of days I did strength training: 4 (again, would have been better!)
    running miles: 6.3 :ohwell:

    I actually stated working towards these goals on Jan. 1st, but I know we didn't officially start until Jan. 4th. I did super well from the 1st until we went away, so overall I'm really happy with my numbers this past week. Now, that we're home... back on track! I'll read through the old posts and check back in later... busy day at work, gotta run...
  • boggs68
    boggs68 Posts: 18
    Hey all- Got back from our weekend away late last night. Haven't had time to read through all the posts yet, but wanted to check in.

    My starting weight (last week) was: 160.6
    Current weight 158.6 (lost 2 pounds!!) :bigsmile:

    # of days I stayed under my calories: 4 (would have been better if I hadn't gone away!)
    # of days I did strength training: 4 (again, would have been better!)
    running miles: 6.3 :ohwell:

    I actually stated working towards these goals on Jan. 1st, but I know we didn't officially start until Jan. 4th. I did super well from the 1st until we went away, so overall I'm really happy with my numbers this past week. Now, that we're home... back on track! I'll read through the old posts and check back in later... busy day at work, gotta run...

    Nice job Kelynn,

    How was your weekend in the Adirondacks? Hope you had a great time
  • iplayoutside19
    iplayoutside19 Posts: 2,304 Member
    Do you wear a HRM?

    I do wear a HRM...but for the fit test I forgot to start it until half way through. I was so pissed at myself.

    I did my running yesterday and two hours later ended up playing in two pick-up basketball games. I was dragging and stiff this morning. But now that I've moved around a little, I'm better.

    Late this evening is Plyometric Cardio Circuit, then I'm going to bed. Then I'm running first thing in the morning. Short turn time, but that's how the schedule goes. By this time tomorrow I'll be halfway through the work-out week.
  • csnealey
    csnealey Posts: 251 Member
    Ok here are my stats for last week.

    5 hrs on tradmill
    30 day shred- 5x
    Yoga-5x
    6 nights w/o late night snacks
    CW--214

    I only lost .4 lbs.
  • iRun4wine
    iRun4wine Posts: 5,126

    Nice job Kelynn,

    How was your weekend in the Adirondacks? Hope you had a great time

    Thank you! It was great... went snowmobiling, and on a horse drawn sled ride. Ate too much, but it was a blast- certainly a much needed weekend away! It's absolutely beautiful up there- each time we're up there, I say to myself "why the heck to I live in CT?" :noway:
  • iRun4wine
    iRun4wine Posts: 5,126
    Forgot to report my fitness hours on my previous post... I only did 1.92 fitness hours last week.
  • Jessica68
    Jessica68 Posts: 2,419 Member
    Everyone is doing SO good! congratulations to everyone! I was so busy today at work I didnt get to log on, it was nice to see everyone getting back into the grove of things and I had to do alot of reading got catch up!

    I didnt go to the gym yesterday or today, but I will go tomorrow.

    And rainman, no problem on the charts..Im sure on most the bar's arent going to move to much, but on yours and boggs! geeze louise! Its going to look like a bad day on wallstreet! lol
  • iplayoutside19
    iplayoutside19 Posts: 2,304 Member
    With the running I've been doing I was pretty sure my cardio health was pretty good. And it's adiquate for Insanity. However, I didn't realize what an un-coordinated oaf I am. I can't even do some of the stretches because my balance isn't good enough.

    I guess my core has a long way to go. But like a drunkard going to church, Insanity will probably do a good job of remedying that.
  • nicolee516
    nicolee516 Posts: 1,862 Member
    Happy Birthday Stormchaser! And Good luck on Wed at the Doc's!

    Good Job Sherry!

    Welcome back Kelynn! I'm glad you had a great time!

    Iplay- that's excellent that you are working in your core, it will help your running so much!

    I started level 2 of the 30 day Shred. I am modifying some of the exercises, like the jumping jacks. I am running in place and flailing my arms like a crazy person swatting at imaginary flies!:laugh: I realized that the jumping jacks are just not going to cut it! I used to play volleyball, and I think the lateral movement got to my right knee...which would explain why the jumping jacks set it off. Duh! Tomorrow is a run day...YEAH!:bigsmile:

    Keep up the good work everyone! We will all obtain our goals!
  • vhuber
    vhuber Posts: 8,779 Member
    I am cowboy today. That is, after doing Plyo last night and then an hour on my bike trainer. I was walking a little funny today. Then, I hammer chest and shoulders for lunch and my hands are shaking trying to get steamed rice to my mouth. HA. Get me a bib.

    Keep it up everyone, and I'll work on the chart mid week. I'll be round the clock busy until late Wed, so that's when I'll get it updated.

    Raymond
    [/quote]
    Oh Raymond you made me laugh!!!! I have quite an imagination!!!!
    Today I hit all three goals!
    P90X back and chest, 2.5 mile run on dreadmill, 31 minutes on elliptical & 1/2 hour ab work
    Under calories & not too much sugar
    Got in Protein! Why is this so hard for me!
    My day was a good one! I have to weigh tomorrow for a couple other groups but I am sure it will still say 148#!
    My day is DONE, good night!
    Verda
  • RunRideRay
    RunRideRay Posts: 1,536 Member
    Maybe we all send in a compilation for AFV !!! I am sure it would be worth a few laughs. And now they do Plyometric yoga core-jacks with fly swatting backhands :laugh: :laugh: !!!

    Welcome back Kelynn, glad you had a good weekend.

    Chest and Back today, and an 8 mile "cowboy" run tonight. I barely ate anything today too (not good). I forgot to take my oatmeal to work so I skipped lunch. Ran late to bible study tonight and had to skip supper too. I finally ate a quick sandwich at 9:00 then hit the treadmill for my run. Now it's bedtime and too late to eat and I am really not hungry either. I'll be sure to have a great breakfast!!!
  • makeitallsue
    makeitallsue Posts: 3,086 Member
    Good morning group, hope you are all off to a stellar day.
    Plyometrics for me today (oh boy.....on the cowboy vision:laugh: :laugh: )and hoping to get out for a small run, there is suppose to be sunshine and 20*, which is like a heat wave around here!
    I had to order my son a pair of wrestling shoes from foot locker last week and I snuck in a pair of running gloves, they came yesterday, so I'm hoping to put them to use!
  • iRun4wine
    iRun4wine Posts: 5,126
    Mornin' folks...

    Did well yesterday- didn't get a workout in but I was absolutely exhausted and wasn't feeling well. Will do 30 Day Shred tonight. My work schedule tends to flip-flop, in an "all or nothing" kind of way, which of course is good and bad. Well right now, I work until after dark Monday through Thursday until February 11th, so until then I can only run on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays which is absolutely killing me. So, I'll do 30 Day Shred Monday through Thursdays. But, I wish I was running instead :sad: Is winter over yet?!?! I've had enough! :tongue:
  • nicolee516
    nicolee516 Posts: 1,862 Member
    Debra- way to go on the plyo's...I hope you don't flail like I do!:laugh: :laugh:


    Kelynn- hang in there! Spring will be here before you know it!



    I ran 5 today. I felt really strong with thay 4 day rest, but I was slow like a turtle! :huh: I also did the 30 day flailing shred,:laugh: :laugh:
  • vhuber
    vhuber Posts: 8,779 Member
    Got in my P90X Plyo X for a 505 calorie burn!
    Under my calories
    Protein could have been better
    I LOST ONE POUND THIS WEEK 147#
    I wish I could lose 7 or 8 but it is unbelievable hard when you are suppose to be eating high calories for this workout series! For ninety days I am not going to focus on weight loss but performance!
  • Jessica68
    Jessica68 Posts: 2,419 Member
    Well every obstacle got in my way tonight and prevented me from getting to the gym. But, what I did do was a video workout..and boy oh boy did I feel it and still feel limp from it all!

    It was called "PERSONAL TRAINING WITH JACKIE: POWER CIRCUIT TRAINING" Our cable company has it listed on the FREE movie area so i could watch it for free. It was 48 mins long but I stopped at 34 or so.

    http://www.collagevideo.com/workout-video/personal-training-with-jackie-power-circuit-training-5757#

    Its SO weird..I'm not in any so called muscle pain right now but its odd how the way my muscles DO feel after doing that workout! Like I don't have any control over them. Just showering I had to concentrate on "how to lift arm". Well not really that bad..but it was funny the difference I felt afterwards. Oh I may be laughing now, lets see how I feel in the morning!
  • makeitallsue
    makeitallsue Posts: 3,086 Member
    Debra- way to go on the plyo's...I hope you don't flail like I do!

    I ran 5 today. I felt really strong with thay 4 day rest, but I was slow like a turtle! :huh: I also did the 30 day flailing shred,:laugh: :laugh:

    Oh Nicolee, I flail....but it's a good flail and I always feel great when it's over....Great job on your run! I didn't get outdoors yesterday, it is suppose to get up in the mid-thirties today or tomorrow so I'm hoping it will be soon!
  • makeitallsue
    makeitallsue Posts: 3,086 Member
    Kelynn, hope your feeling better today! I would be such a baby to have my scheduled all flopped around...good for you keeping at it, when you'd really rather be doing something else!!! I am so with you on the "is it Spring yet"!

    Verda and Jessica...way to bring it ladies!!!

    Jessica, I find it takes me about a half hour usually after exercise to to get my senses back enough to get in the shower :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: , well, you know what I mean, but I love knowing that I didn't just waste the past 90 minutes or so, I love a hard intense workout! Great job on your circuit!

    I'm off to get the days started ....great job everyone!
  • boggs68
    boggs68 Posts: 18
    Tried to do my first actual run on my knee last night and it just wasn't feeling it. So I guess it will still be the power walking until I shed a few more pounds. I got about a 1/2 mile and it didn't like the pounding. So after a 5 mile walk, some ice and a good nights sleep it feels pretty good.

    It is hard recording all my calories and exercise daily, Cable company will be by in 6 more days to get my internet hooked up, looks like everyone is doing well. Looking for 3 lb. loss on monday to get me in the 220's. Havent been there in a while.

    Well back to work!
  • iplayoutside19
    iplayoutside19 Posts: 2,304 Member
    I'm half way through the work out week. I'm sore in some places...but mostly I just feel awesome. I've had to really ramp up my water intake. I used to get by on tea and water, but I'm just losing too much water during these workouts to continue that.

    Nutritionally I've been running deficit's of close to 900 calories, which tells me I have the room to start taking some form of a protien supplement. I'm in the midst of researching what to do there. But I'm leaning toward using this:

    http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=10322406&findingMethod=rr

    with tomato juice as a recovery drink, and ditching the gatorade. What do you guys think?

    Insanity Day 2 tonight, then a quick turn with running first thing in the morning. Water, Water, Water.
  • RunRideRay
    RunRideRay Posts: 1,536 Member
    Hey everyone.

    Boggs, that's smart and keep working up to a run. I bet it sucks wanting to run, but patience will pay off.

    Kelynn et all I do work alot too, it's a way of life for me. Typical day is 7:30 to maybe 5:30 or 6, then stuff, more stuff, and cram in a workout somewhere. BUT, I do love weekends.

    Jessica, depending on the muscle group the soreness takes between 12 to 24 hours to show up. A really good leg workout will have you the MOST sore 1 to 2 days later, for example. AND... .soreness=progress if it's muscle rebuilding (not joint pain). I like sore.

    Chart tonight after church, can't wait to sum it all up.

    Raymond
  • makeitallsue
    makeitallsue Posts: 3,086 Member
    Hello group, I wasn't really into it today, but I did get an intense workout in..Ab ripper X, Shoulders/arms and 40 minutes on the elliptical and now I feel glad that I got it in!
    I really have to give it to those of you that work the long hours and still fit in exercise:drinker: :drinker: :drinker: :drinker: , that is just so awesome!!

    Iplay, I use professional strength whey protein,
    I either mix it with water, or fat free milk for even more protein.
    I add either frozen blueberries or strawberries and blend until smooth. I sometimes throw in ground flax, or a scoop of peanut butter, it is always very filling, full of protien and right around 300 -400 calories depending on what I use.

    I am hoping to finally get a run in tomorrow...heat wave coming, it is suppose to be 38*, sunny and no wind...woo-hoo:bigsmile:
  • TracyJean2012
    TracyJean2012 Posts: 517 Member
    HI ALL

    I am back from the Dr and I have to say its NOT good news! I have 2 discs that are really bad, 1 is basically pinching the nerves and causing my arm to be numb and the lost of strength and the 2nd disc is actually protruding into my spinal column and causing the other effects. So basic solution is I'm having surgery on Jan 26th to fuse the 2 discs with fake bones. I will be out of commition for at 1 month up to 3 months. I have to wear a collar is what he told me for at least a month and NO driving up to 3 months. I'm off work for the 1st month and can maybe go back after that.

    So this is a HUGE set back for me and I'm having a really hard time handling this news today. I'm trying to be postive but not always an easy thing for me. I'm really an independant person and this is so hard for me to get a grip on! So I guess I will be dropping out of this wonderful group and that hurts me. I wish everyone great success and many good things for all!

    Maybe from time to time I will check in and see everyone and see how all is doing!

    Tracy :sad: :sad: :sad: :sad: :sad: :cry:
  • nicolee516
    nicolee516 Posts: 1,862 Member
    Oh Tracey! My:heart: goes out to you! I wish you all of the best! Please check in with us when you can!
  • betoGod
    betoGod Posts: 30
    Iplay,

    I've worked in the supplement industry for a few years and after looking at the ingredients I think you can do better. (Whey Protein Blend (Whey Protein Concentrate, Whey Protein Isolate), Super Recovery Blend (Creatine Monohydrate, Taurine, L-Glutamine, Leucine, Isoleucine, Valine), Cocoa (Processed With Alkali), Natural and Artificial Flavors, Soy Lecithin, Acesulfame Potassium, Sucralose.)

    Creatine is good for holding water in the muscles and recovery BUT it stops working as soon as you stop taking it. Also it has been know to cause cramping. Alot of athletes take it, but I'd suggest doing some research before submitting your body to it.

    I've been using Dymatize Elite Whey Protein Isolate mixed with milk or other foods. It cooks well.

    My son has been using various products including this, Met-Rx and GNC's Amplified Wheybolic Extreme. He says he feels much better using the GNC product.

    Anyway, the choice of protein is really up to the user. If you are using it as a recovery drink, take it with milk, soy milk, apple juice, etc within 30-45 minutes of your workout.
  • betoGod
    betoGod Posts: 30
    Love the intensity of everyone. I've been to the gym every morning this week. Lifted weights Mon & Tues and did the elliptical for 20 minutes, today for 25. Today is my day off from lifting, but back at it tomorrow.

    I've been trying to keep track of my food, paying attention to how I feel after eating and throughout the day to see what affects me positively and negatively. Funny, I ate 19 hush puppies at Little Richard's BBQ yesterday and when I got on the scale I had lost 1/2 pound from the day before. Looks like my new diet plan.:laugh:

    Can't wait to weigh and measure again on Saturday. Will stay away from Mexican on Friday to keep from holding water.

    By the way, I am SOOOO looking forward to 59 degrees tomorrow!!!!! How does it go from 15 to 59 within a week??
  • iplayoutside19
    iplayoutside19 Posts: 2,304 Member
    HI ALL

    I am back from the Dr and I have to say its NOT good news! I have 2 discs that are really bad, 1 is basically pinching the nerves and causing my arm to be numb and the lost of strength and the 2nd disc is actually protruding into my spinal column and causing the other effects. So basic solution is I'm having surgery on Jan 26th to fuse the 2 discs with fake bones. I will be out of commition for at 1 month up to 3 months. I have to wear a collar is what he told me for at least a month and NO driving up to 3 months. I'm off work for the 1st month and can maybe go back after that.

    So this is a HUGE set back for me and I'm having a really hard time handling this news today. I'm trying to be postive but not always an easy thing for me. I'm really an independant person and this is so hard for me to get a grip on! So I guess I will be dropping out of this wonderful group and that hurts me. I wish everyone great success and many good things for all!

    Maybe from time to time I will check in and see everyone and see how all is doing!

    Tracy :sad: :sad: :sad: :sad: :sad: :cry:

    I can understand your frustration. I hope you get well soon.

    I had my own scare this evening. 25 Minutes into my workout I felt a sharp cramp behind my knee. So Immediatly shut it down. I stretched it out. A cramp is all it appears to be, that's what it feels like. I did a couple of sprints in the back yard after word to see how it would feel running, and it's fine.

    We'll see what it feels like in the morning.

    Up until then I was doing a lot better and keeping up with Shaun T. Damn It!
  • RunRideRay
    RunRideRay Posts: 1,536 Member
    Oh Tracy, that is terrible news. Keep your spirits up and please don't feel you don't belong because of the inactivity. Be sure to visit and tell us slackers what you'd be doing with a clean bill of health. Should be an inspiriation to us all that we can workout and be active. Get well, and sure we can see you on the next 90 day challenge!!! It will be here soon enough.

    To all, I did get the charts updates so THANK YOU for all posting the data. I need to upload it tommorrow from my work PC because it will be better resolution.

    Met RX is my favorite protein powder. I've been using it for years and it is good. Strawberry banana with some grape nuts sprinkled in is all I need. Mmmm good.

    Some honors that I noticed in the stats:
    Debra for 10.3 hours of fitness last week!!! AND under cal all 7 days
    Nicolee516 with 19 running miles and 6 days under cal target
    Boggs with 8+ miles walking per DAY, not week
    Jessica with 23 miles running

    Great job everyone, and don't mean to single them out but WOW that is some hard work!!! Let's all stay consistent and bring our best each day. Great job to all!
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