Morning Workout

21DF: W2/D2: Upper Body Fix Extreme & 10 Minute Hardcore
According to the workout schedule, I was supposed to be doing 10MH on Tuesdays and Thursdays but I wanted to ease into the Extreme stuff and I'm glad I did. I am definitely going to have to build up to some of these exercises (like the plank with a rotation and the hip drop with a weight). Still, given that I'd already done upper body, I'm pretty impressed with myself right now.

Slim in 6: W3/D2: Slim & 6-Pack, Slim & Limber, and Thin Thighs Guaranteed
Yes, even though I did 10MH, I still did the Slim in 6 ab workout too. Why? Because clearly I'm a sado-masochist and take pleasure in giving myself pain. *sigh* I did Thin Thighs before I did the abs and stretch, though, because I may enjoy my own suffering but I'm no martyr!

Upper body fix done. Had a meltdown last night about my weight, and I seriously only faltered a bit this weekend, it could've been worse. Need to keep motivated and stay positive. I know I can do this.

I'm going to do the Yoga Fix along with a 4mile run walk

@jpkrueger yeah, I probably already do that a little too. If we have burgers I'll make them fries but I won't have any type of thing. It probably wouldn't be too hard it just seems daunting cause it's new and unknown I guess.

@SatiaRenee that's a good idea! And probably quite true! I should just try it anyway. At least for 21 days and see how it goes. Have to get organized beforehand though,

There's a reason I'm only doing the containers, and not the workouts. Today is a prime example...

This morning, an hour with my trainer: started with weighted leg press superset with calf raises (10-15 of each exercise per set) 6+ sets.
Then barbell front and back squats (up to 15 of each for first set) for 4-6 sets.
Then kettle bell deadlifts, squats, swings and upright rows. Up to 20 of each. Weights ranging from 15 lbs up to 55 lbs.
As a finisher, lunges with one foot on a BOSU ball.

Still struggling a bit trying to get all my veggies in, but I'm just doing my best. Usually there is only 1 container left. Looking forward to being able to relax a bit for a few days this weekend between rounds. Excited to see how my measurements have changed in less than a month.

I would like a less hardcore version of Autumn's diet plan. I'm imagining something that incorporates the containers, PLUS an extra 200-300 calories for whatever I want (Yasso Greek yogurt Popsicles, Special K brownie... ya know, processed stuff.)

I like the container concept but miss my snacks.

Damn Damn Damn

We thought we had Slim in 6 Ramp It Up working but we didn't. Not really. And I only found out about 2/3 or more into the workout. I don't know what I should have done after the DVD stopped and wouldn't play anymore. I just know that I finished off the set, sank into child's pose, and cursed up a storm of frustration because I really am annoyed by this.

@walkdmc No triple digits yet. I try to get my workout in super early and do as much housework as I can before noon, though, because, by the time the afternoon rolls around, I am not eager to move around. Today I'll be scrubbing and vacuuming and such before I collapse into a good book.

And what @dkwi04 said rings true for me as well. I allow myself the occasional treat meal (going to have one on Monday) with an eye on being a little less rigid when I reach my goal. I've made so much progress but yesterday I was trying to get some pre-packing planned out, picking out what I would want to bring with me on my trip and I'm so damned frustrated. Too skinny for my regular clothes and still too fat for my skinny clothes. Now what? I guess I just go wearing things that are not quite a good fit. My husband suggested we could go shopping but then the car ignition broke and now we're without a car for the duration. Plus he has to work. Plus . . . ugh. I don't leave for 2 more weeks and anything can happen between then and now . . . I just don't think I'll lose 10-15 lbs by then and be able to fit into my skinny clothes. ARGH!

@sarahrbraun I'm genuinely surprised your trainer/coach isn't encouraging you to eat vegetables. I've worked with trainers in the past (and nutritionists and blah blah blah so many people!) and never had one say that it was more important for me to eat x amount of calories and don't worry about vegetables. However, I do know that I've always tried to eat more protein that is RDA because my body just doesn't function well on less protein. My back-in-the-day trainer emphasized protein and vegetables. Every meal and snack had to have both. Believe it or not, for me the problem was eating anything but vegetables. LOL! Now I have to force myself to eat fruit. I just don't reach for it with as much enthusiasm as I do a salad. That's why so many times I have fruit in my salad; it's my way of forcing myself to get it into my diet.

Morning Workout

21DFX: W2/D3: Pilates Fix Extreme
Someone please tell me that my hip flexors will get strong enough to get through this entire workout because, right now, it feels impossible. The ab part doesn't really bother me but my hip flexors are SCREAMING long before my abs max out. (Seriously, I was considering doing 10 Min Hardcore even though I'd just done it the day before.)

Slim in 6: W3/D3: Burn it Up
Like I said, at some point my stupid DVD just stopped. So frustrating. If I were familiar with the routine, I could probably have finished it off myself. I know Debbie Siebers likes to do things to an 8 count, often doing a slow set of 16 followed by a faster set of 8, with isometric holds at the end of many of the moves. But I haven't done this workout before so I have no clue where it's heading. I may do Thin Thighs Guaranteed later. I'm just too frustrated right now to switch gears. Grrrrrr . . .

Pilates fix extreme.... Kind of. My resistant band sucks. I can't even do what they are doing with it so switched and just did the regular Pilates. Will buy a new band and do extreme again tonight. Sigh.

Well my 21 day fix didnt come today ...I was so ready to get started.

Lower Fix done!!!! *hew* I want to run every time I hear that "B" word...yall know "Bonus" as in Bonus round....I can hear my inner me scream "noooooo". But I push myself and do it..although I do have to take a 5 sec break for each leg....glad I'm done for today though.

Question: I have actually gained 2 lbs, which made me feel upset initially...then I thought ..it might be because I am building muscle...and TOM. Thoughts or input on if that might be it?

@germany03 probably TOM. I can "gain" several pounds that week, but they fall off quickly afterwards. It's a hormone thing.

Honestly, it's highly unlikely that you would have gained that much muscle that quickly. Women only have 10% of the testosterone men have, so building muscle mass is HARD.

Hi @TheFo1dOut , good job getting your workout in already!! I'm sure you're building muscle.

I never have trouble eating all my containers because I like to eat too much, ha! But I can help...are there certain containers you struggle with filling? Are you too full to eat or do you just get to the end of the day and realize you're missing some containers?

@TheFo1dOut it's not weird at all, it's totally normal. We all learned "no pain, no gain" right? I find myself thinking the same way, "if I'm satisfied, and not hungry, I'm not going to lose". But I am still losing anyway! That's the beauty of this program and why I think it's the best one I've ever done.

So...a couple of suggestions. I know it's very difficult to get all your containers in when you're in that top bracket. If you truly can't because you are just stuffed, make sure you rotate which one(s) you skip every day so you're getting all our nutrients. I would suggest never skipping reds, as protein is very important for building muscle.

But, it doesn't sound like you're avoiding eating because you're stuffed. So I would say don't be afraid of any of the colors (that sounded funny but you know what I mean!)! The program works. Enjoy your allotted yellows! Once you get through the first week or so, you will not normally be hungry on this program but it will still work. It's amazing how eating a balanced diet of nutrient-rich food will make you feel.

Are you drinking Shakeology or another protein shake? That's a good way to get in a red and a purple (throw a banana or berries in) without feeling like you're actually eating.

Good luck and keep us posted, you're doing great!!!!