ChaLeaners Unite!!

Hi Everyone!
I got my package yesterday and am starting today!!! :drinker: Are any of you following the meal plan exactly? I've been maintaining my goal weight for several months now so I'm not overly concerned with losing pounds, but I do want to eat correctly while I do this to see maximum results. Any general suggestions?
Thanks
:flowerforyou:

Just try to keep the meals *clean*, healthy, whole foods. I love tracking here, so that is what I have done. I kept my baseline at 1,450 and would add in some exercise cals (not all). Especially with running, on longer days I would obviously eat more. I'm also 5'7" tall and wasn't looking to drop a lot of weight so it worked for me!

Alf and Jess, thanks for the diet input. I've been eating clean for a while now, so I think I'll just keep doing what I'm doing. I did make the flank steak with cauliflower and spinach for dinner tonight...it was yummy and very filling!

I did my first Burn today and I loved it! I'm a little sore in my shoulders which I expected. I'm also planning on running or doing Turbo Jam on my off days. I'm looking forward to trying the ab DVD...I really like the Ab Jam on Turbo Jam, does anyone know how it compares?

Have a good evening everyone!
:flowerforyou:

Hi Everyone!
Still burning! I've done 1 & 2 so far...love it! DH and DD have commented that my arms look more toned already! :laugh: I've been doing Turbo Jam on my off days and the Ab Burner and Extreme Abs...that was a killer! I haven't tried the intervals and recharge yet, I'm looking forward to that.

Alf, I've been hungrier as well. I never noticed it before with my cardio workouts, but I'm definitely noticing it with the weights. I've increased my calories too and as long as I maintain my weight I'll be happy.

Have a great weekend!
:flowerforyou:

I officially have a herniated disc in my lower back. No more workouts for a while... I had my Dr. appt and MRI yesterday.

Please be careful when doing these exercises!
I'm sure you guys are doing great, but make sure you have proper form. I really thought I did. I have always been a stickler about that. Freak accident I guess?
I'm hoping to have a speedy recovery.:brokenheart:

I wish you guys the best!

Oh no!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am so sorry to hear that!! Did the Dr. explained to you how and what would have caused it? How long will the recuperation take? Are you returning the program? If you are within the 30 days you can get your money back minus shipping. I am not sure you want to try again once you get better. Again I am sorry to hear that. I will definitely pay attention to my form and the weight that I am lifting. I thought about you this morning because my left leg felt kinda funny while doing burn it off...:flowerforyou:

I am going to talk to the Neurosurgeon on the 30th. I'm hoping it can be fixed with physical therapy, but from what I've heard it requires surgery when your leg goes numb. I wish I could continue, but per Dr's orders, no exercising or lifting weights. I am going to try to return the program.
I agree on pushing yourself, but don't push it too far! I'm a very strong person, but one wrong move can cause big problems. Lots of people exercise from home and have wonderful results, but I guess I'm just not one of those people. I had been doing boot camp, so I'm not sure if this gradually happened and doing the Chalene videos just added to it. I never had a problem in bootcamp though... Thanks for your support. Again, I wish you the best results with the program!!! :flowerforyou:

I hope you are better soon. I too have a jacked-up disc, L4-L5, since 2006. I have also had numbness and tingling, as well as sciatica down my left leg. I went to a surgeon who strongly advised against surgery until I had exhausted other therapies, like physical therapy. The most invasive thing I've done so far is to have 2 steroid injections into lower back. Helpful for awhile.

Physical therapy made all the difference. Talk about a work-out! It helped me strengthen my core and I've been very conscientious about weight gain. I didn't stick with the whole course of PT, but it inspired me to exercise gently and then build to toleance. I still get an occasional ache, but nothing like before.

I share all of this to encourage you. I know my situation is different from yours, and I have no idea what is true for you...I just wanted you to know you are supported.

Happy Monday! It looks like it will be more like 6weeks before I can start CX. My nuerosurgeon is okay with me doing limited weights for curls, press, etc. Nothing over 15 lbs. The big issue is no push-ups or curls. I'm at day 4 post-op and already beyond stir crazy. I think the biggest reason is that I feel much better than I did a week ago and it is hard to not want to do something anything. Right now I'm trying my hardest to be good and just slowly increase my walking. I guess you Chaleaners will just have to carry on without me. :sad: I'll just lurk on this thread so that I have something to look forward to.

HI there! Did my first Burn today. I enjoyed it and really looked at it as a day of learning. My DD's track meet was canceled so I think I'll get a run in tonight.

HI there! Did my first Burn today. I enjoyed it and really looked at it as a day of learning. My DD's track meet was canceled so I think I'll get a run in tonight.

Good for you! I added in a run on day 2 instead of the rest day. Worked well for me! :bigsmile:

Thanks for the info. I was able to see the Dr. yesterday. He said surgery is basically the only way to get rid of my pain. The disc is pressing against the nerve, and the only way to have lasting results is to remove that piece, freeing up the nerve. Understandable. I also have a bulging disc right above that one. So, my L4-L5, and L5-S1 are both messed up. 8 week recovery after surgery.
I have been going crazy too. I was already set in my routine of daily exercise, and was seeing major improvement in my body which kept me motivated. Luckily I will still be able to go on my cruise in July...even though my hopes of a perfect tummy are out the window.
:mad: :explode: :grumble: :sick: :brokenheart: and any other emoticon that expresses complete rage and disgust...
I'll keep you guys posted, and thanks again for the support!

Came home and had a 5 mile run last night. Ended up working until 1:00 AM last night, so I was too tired to get up and workout this morning. No WO tonight either, but I did mow the lawn for over an hour. I'm embarrassed to admit I have never, ever mowed a lawn in my life. So, there, now I have! I believe I have Burn 2 in the a.m., so I'll hit the sack so I don't miss it. I'd like to get a run in also. We'll see if I c squeeze one in between work and DD's softball game. (Maybe it will be a rainout, and I can hit the TM )

Great job to everyone. And Admama, so sorry to hear about your back. It sounds incredibly painful and frustrating.


And all the bikini talk, YIKES! I'd better really hit it these next few weeks :noway:

Jess - Just sending out well wishes for Indy! Have a great run.

Thank you!! I'm really looking forward to it! I might start another round of ChaLean next week... haven't decided yet!

Not yet!!! I am hoping another month or so and I should be ready....at least close to ready....then it will be the tough decision.....what color? red? do i have the guts to do that?

I'm glad I'm doing an organized program too....I tend to not push myself hard enough when i leave the workout up to whatever I feel like doing that day....but with this program I have no choice...no matter how lazy I feel I have to do what she tells me to do!

Good for you! I love the program and Chalene is really motivational! She keeps you going! :drinker:

How is everyone doing??? Going for a run today instead of burn intervals. Q, was I supposed to get an additional dvd with my program. I noticed that there is an empty spot for a dvd in my dvd case. Or that is for an additional purchase?

Have a great day!!!! :flowerforyou:

That's a spot for the Deluxe DVD that you have to order separately. The Deluxe DVD comes with Get Lean Intervals, I've Got Abs, and Fat Burning Express. Enjoy your run!!! :drinker: