MINI GOAL WEEK CHALLENGE-9/25-10/1

Bhurley1424, I remember Leslie’s videos. I still own them. I never made it past the one mile one a few years back and gave up. Do you like them? Maybe I can pull it out and try it again sometime after all of my other video plans are done. I hear you on it being hot. Today was odd because we have had a week’s worth of rain so I don’t think the sun remembered it was supposed to come out. Needless to say, I took advantage of the non-rain, non-hot day while I could.

Lttee, the first time I did intervals I did it with one lb weights in each hand and nearly died on some of them (I still struggle a lot with the one where you hold the weights over your head and drop them behind your back, oy, so when I run out of steam I drop the weights and try my best to continue the movements). It is intense, but you know it’s doing something so that helps. The exercises do seem to get easier as you go along, which I think is because she starts feeling bad for you and allows you to go with just body weight on some of the later exercises. I still do most of the modifications though on the cardio, especially if there is jumping.

Mak, personally I think you should count bowling as a non-30DS workout. It may be more easy keel than an intense cardio session, but you do get in weights and other movements that when compounded for as long as you bowl add up in calories. I’m jealous of your ability to work from home. What do you do for a living?

Philoshoe, I bow to your greatness with sodium—especially at a Mexican restaurant! Awesome job! About those shakes, do you really think they taste good? The few times I’ve tried protein shakes I gagged at the taste. Maybe I haven’t tried the right ones yet?

Kitinboots, running with dogs is an amazing workout. It can also be stressful if they are the type of dog who likes to pull at you. Hopefully your next canine friend will be able to accompany on your runs as well as this one has. Way to go on keeping with your schedule!

RealMeSomeday, thanks for getting that song stuck in my head. LOL! This is a great group. Keep coming and after a while you find you just can’t let the girls down. Plus, it’s great to feel the love. Great job on your goals! As for the elliptical, I’m no help with that. There’s something about how you move on that one that makes it super hard for me and I’ve never gone beyond 7 minutes. Hopefully some of the other ladies can help with that as I’ve seen a few of them use that exercise from time to time.

Billie9294, welcome! Glad you’re here. I like your goals. Simple, straight forward, and perfect for a healthy lifestyle. You can totally do this!

Papillion, thanks. You rock too! How are mid-terms going? I hear you on forgetting the supposedly easy goal—I have to remind myself at times what I’m supposed to be doing and goals I’ve previously mastered I sometimes need to add back. It’s hard to keep some habits as stress picks up around you, you know?

Littlemount, good job on your goals. Hopefully you got some rest and feel ready to tackle your steps again tomorrow. You can do it!

La_nanita, I read all posts since the last time I’ve commented and write my comments on a word document as I scroll down. Then it’s just a matter of cutting and pasting. It’s hard to keep up with everyone otherwise. I think eliminating your non-p90 goal for now is great. You’re still getting a heck of a workout with the program you’re doing.

Danlyn, I’m sorry to hear you’re not feeling well. Sadly, it seems to be going around. People all over the world that I know are getting the same type of cold. Must be the changes in seasons.

Hearts Desire, great job on your goals! What is with everyone getting songs stuck in my head? Now I’m singing eye of the tiger. LOL! I’m so glad you’re feeling good with exercise and logging. It’s nice to make goals that are attainable!

My progress:
1. Do something for myself every day.-went for a stress relieving walk with my boss at lunch time. It was nice.
2. Have at least three fruits/veggies a day.-um, if you count the dried fruit in my homemade trail mix, then sure.
3. Do Chalean X as scheduled.-yup, push 2 today. This is the hardest one for me. Shoulder heavy. By far it’s my lightest lifting in this series.

Mak, thanks for the support and encouragement. Today was rough with being so tired. I have gotten back into convenience food and I need to get back onto the fresh food kick. Getting home so late, however, makes it tougher to do. Your job sounds nice. Boring is definitely better when you can do it from home. Great job on goals and avoiding those M&Ms!

Lttee, I can’t believe you manage to do all of those exercise in a single day. Way to go! No wonder you were tired. Also, congrats on finally breaking your stall and meeting all of your goals in the same day. I’m so happy for you!

Philosohoe, this may seem like a stupid question, but how big are your glasses of water? When I first starting making sure I was getting enough, I realized that most of my glasses were much larger than the required 8 oz that make up the traditional glass of water. Maybe you have the same issue going on? If not, I also remember when I first made the switch to increase water I felt the same way and went to the bathroom all of the time. Eventually your body adjusts and you become more efficient with it.

Bhurley1424, I hope you and the baby are feeling better. Thanks for the advice on Leslie. I may try it again soon. Right now I’m mid-commitment with Chalean X and zumba so I don’t want to change it up just yet; but variety is the spice of life.

Danlyn, it’s nice to have a day off and enjoy it while you can. Great job on logging!

Littlemount, do you follow the special diet for people with salt sensitivities? I was reading about it the other day and the sodium requirements are so low that the only way to do it is to eat all fresh fruits and veggies. It must be scary to have your ears ringing with something most people don’t think about until it’s too late.

My goals this week:

1. Do something for myself every day.-took a nap when I got home because I was feeling exhausted.
2. Have at least three fruits/veggies a day.-failed all around today. Too many carbs and junk food. Only veggies I had were on my whopper jr at lunch.
3. Do Chalean X as scheduled.-did Burn it Off and recharge. Technically I’m supposed to do those on Saturday, but that’s zumba day so I’ve modified the schedule for days 2 and 4 to get in Chalean’s cardio as well.

Sorry ladies, I'm super tired so I'm going to have to respond to everyone tomorrow. Great job!

My goals this week:

1. Do something for myself every day.-um, not today; but I'll do better tomorrow.
2. Have at least three fruits/veggies a day.-did well with this today, although I could do better.
3. Do Chalean X as scheduled.-did Push 3 tonight. Arms are so sore! Glad I have two days off of Chalean, even though I do love it my body needs a weight break. Zumba tomorrow as long as I'm feeling good!