40+ Workout Challenge (New Every Month)!

mspix - If you want, I can take a closer look at your food intake. I didn't want to get too into it before, but I remember seeing some things that could be tweaked that would help a bit. I think I finally figured out what it takes to shed the weight and get the metabolism in gear. Take a look at the list of suggestions I typed out for us. This stuff really works!

Very happy you are getting the results you have been busting your bum for! YAY!
I appreciate any feedback! I do know I have been sliding toward more processed type foods of late, and I know that is not good so am really trying to focus on that. Also realized my wine/dark habit has been creeping up on the portions, going to peel that back some as well. Since I have started keeping better tabs on sodium, I am truly amazed at how much of that stuff is in everything! Really going to tackle that one!
Last week was more challenging than usual, it seemed that we were eating out a lot, both planned an unplanned.

lovestobake: Great schedule!

Here is my week:
Sunday: off
Monday: Kettlenetics-40 min
Tuesday: TJ 40 min
Wednesday: Amy Dixon
Thursday: Kettlenetics
Friday: TJ
Saturday: TBD

I have a new workout on its way...very spontaneous, early morning, infomercial purchase:blushing: I generally don't do that kind of shopping. But is seemed pertinent to where I am right now, and the challenges that we all have been having...time will tell. If nothing else, it will be a nice change of pace and something new to add in. If you are interested in looking:
http://www.mamawants.com/

For what it is worth, I don't believe in quick fixes and I am not aiming for the 10lbs in 8 weeks. I am interested in the different workout based on the changes that pregnancy forces onto the body.

mspix, I too eat after I workout, I do not think I can get up an earlier to eat! I have heard you should eat an hour to an hour and a half upon waking. Oh well! Keep us posted on how it plays out.

Sorry to hear about your toe! Better wrap it and keep it up!! Good luck!

Hey Everyone

Sorry I have not been on here at all!! I read some of your posts so I can see what your all doing as far workouts and stuff!! Sometimes its very difficult for me to plan out what Im gonna do...I never know how I am going to feel! I've been dealing with stomach pain issues and migraines for almost a month now..I struggle thru whatever workouts I am doing..and yes, i am doing them..People ask me why and how am I doing workouts with a migraine but I tell them if I didn't when would I get any exercise? Am i supposed to lie arounf for 3 weeks and do nothing because of it?? I cant do that...You guys know that if you didn't do anything for 3 or more weeks you'd be gaining weight and losing muscle..I refuse to have to start all over again after I have worked so hard...So this is what Im struggling with now..I have to go back to my Doc cuz something feels terribly wrong..I dont know if its a Lupus issue or something entirely separate, and thats the scary part...I have kept some of my workouts n the mild side..like just walking and yoga...but Im trying to keep up with my weight lifting because that is what is getting my metabolism pumping!!

My eating is pretty much good...I dont eat much in the way of processed stuff!! I have cut way back on dairy because of my stomach but now am not sure if its something else! I may have the Doc check for gluten sensitivity as well! Im almost afraind to eat at this point because the pain is so bad sometimes..I have been eating much more in the way of fresh fruit and veggies! I still have a weakness for sweets but I have cut way back on that stuff!

So today, I did 35 min on the stationary bike,and 40 min of circuit training with weights..
Monday: 30 min on Elliptical/yoga 30-40 min
Tuesday:walk on treadmill w/incline intervals- 40 min/stretching (work day so have to keep it easy)
Wednesday: 30 min stationary bike/ 40 min circuit training w/weights
Thursday: Kettlebell workout DVD
Friday: 30 min elliptical/yoga abs/stretching(work day)
Saturday:40-50 min walk treadmill w/incline intervals/stretching


Have a great day all!


Anyway, thanx for listening

can't get motivated.haven't been on my stationary bike in weeks. I am gaining weight and it is very depressing and
some days I just don't feel like doing anything. I started out good,but then I falter. This is going on
constantly.

Thought I would make a separate post for my review of the new workout, Mama Wants Her Body Back. (In this case it is Mima (grandma) but that is splitting hairs, lol)

So, as you may know, I succumbed to an early morning infomercial to get this workout. I had buyers remorse within 24 hours, lol, but I decided because it was less than $20, I could give it a try and return it if I didn't care for it.

Truly, I expected to be disappointed and really did not think I would find the workout as challenging as I like. I consider myself an intermediate to advanced exerciser, and I wasn't sure this workout would keep my interest or challenge my body enough.

Much to my pleasant surprise, I found the workout to be fun, challenging, and most importantly NOT BORING!!! In 20 minutes she has you warm up, then do 5 rounds of 3 sets of intervals; 1 cardio, 1 strength, 1 core. You are not doing any one exercise long enough to get bored, the moves are simple to follow but build to very intense. There is a modifier to follow if need be, and similar to the Turbo series, there is a timer on the bottom of the screen to watch your progress. The entire workout you are using a band, as well. Sometimes just holding it to keep your arms/shoulders engaged, sometimes actively using it. She (the instructor, can't think of her name, sorry) works out the entire time and is encouraging without being irritatingly perky.

For those of us (Fitn, lol) that get bored easily, this is a GREAT workout. There are three different 20 minute total body workouts, three 10 minute ab workouts, and a Get Your Booty back' workout in this set. I am looking forward to doing them all.

Sherrill: Sorry for your frustrations, we all can relate! Take comfort in the fact that you *are* doing everything right and over time that will work to your benefit. Your runs are fantastic, keep it up! Here is to some positive return on your investment in yourself :flowerforyou:

Here is my week:
Monday: Nada, zippo, zilch! Well, I had the gbabies, so I was moving, lol.
Tuesday: New workout: Mama Wants Her Body Back 20 min, Turbo Jam 20 min
Wednesday: Kettlebell 40 min
Thursday: MWHBB 20 min, Yoga 20 min
Friday: MWHBB 20 min, Amy Dixon 20 Min
Sat: Turbo Jam 40 min or long walk depending on weather
Sun: TBD

Update: I think I need to separate Kettlebell and the Mama workout...my arms were quite sore today and I wasn't able to push myself as much as I like. So going to switch things around a bit going forward. Tomorrow will be a Turbo day instead of my original plan!

Hope you all are doing well!

Thanks for the support, guys! Appreciate it!

I have downloaded the Metabolism book (couple weeks ago) and am plowing through it now. I'm going to take measurements later tonight. It's been a while so maybe that will make me feel better .

I had a great workout today. The Y was empty this morning and the more I did, the better I felt...so I just kept going!!! (picture Energizer Bunny here) I've drank a ton of water to help heal those muscles that I abused and will try to get some extra sleep tonight to refresh and replenish!

Take care guys, and have a great week!