Turbo Jammers 9/21-9/27
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Happy Monday Ladies! I was kinda MIA this weekend, but that's because I decided to spend some well deserved time with my hubby and kiddos since I've been working so much lately. We le the kids pick the activites for the days, and I for once just let my house sit...normally I'm a cleaning freak and clean all weekend long (I love to clean), but I put everything down and focused on the kiddos. I also got caught up on scrapbooking while they napped yesterday, which was nice!
This morning was another struggle to get out of bed...too cozy! But, I got up and rocked it out to Hip Hop Abs again....love that workout!
Janet, I am so with you on the eating thing. I have had such a hard time with turning away special occasion treats, and unfortunately, both my fam and my hubby's fam are not clean eaters, so they just pick on me for it...it's not fun! So, I've been trying to figure out how I can let in some sweets here and there, without going crazy. I used to have a major sweet tooth, but not so much anymore, so I think I'll do ok.0 -
Hey Jammers,
Wow, morning has just flown by - checking in w/ 20 min before work (I can thank my little pooch for that one he jumped on my chest at 345 this morning wanting to play:noway: ) After hitting the snooze button a little I dragged my carcass down for some TJ to start the monday off right! Abjam and possibly something else on for later (firm has an "express" w/o I might throw in). And something good" for dinner. Gotta keep the mind on track w/ the food!, lol!!
Thanks for all the support with the "guilt" thing - i'm leaning on the 80/20 rule 80% clean and 20% uhhhhh not as clean:laugh: I just hat to become obsessed with the exercise , cals, the dreaded scale and all the other stuff - this is supposed to be fun , right? Hahahahaha!
Lilangel - keep up the great work, planning ahead always helps!!!
Fitz - good job on getting you w/o in best to do one you like on a monday!
Lynn - Hey,Sunshine!!! so glad to see you! I can't wait for some extra bucks so I can order a fan pack.
Really wanting to try Plyometrics and some of the TK Rounds! Glad you like them - keep me posted on what you've got and how it's working for you.
Ghanie - You will probably love the walking, that really was working for me when it was really hot. then I could do my dvds inside. Wrist weights really up the intensity a notch if you don't want to run/sprint in the heat!
Hope all have a fantastic day,
Janet
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I forgot mention this earlier....
LilAngel and anyone else....I Clean Eating Magazine. We have been eating recipes from this mag for the last month almost exclusively. We've done things in the past but we have really been enjoying a lot of their budget recipes recently. My son who is a picky eater hasn't complained but maybe twice in almost a month. He loves everything. I really should just get a subscription because I buy one every month.
It's not that I'm going clean (although I probably should) it just the recipes are so great! I love how the instructions lay out everything (time wise) so it all comes together perfectly in the end. I also love that a lot of the dishes include a side so you don't have to wonder what to serve with it.
Anyway I just wanted to share how much I Clean Eating Magazine :laugh: 0 -
Hey everyone, I survived the fast. For my prefast meal I went for some bread with fruit and a hot cup of tea; then I sipped a cup of warm water during the last 5 minutes.
The post-fast meal was great. We went to Gelsons to pick out whatever looked good, then created a mini buffet at a friend's house. I had matzot ball soup, rotisserie chicken, butternut squash, mac and cheese, challah, fruit, and these dill flavored cucumbers. I didn't keep track of portions or anything; I just made sure to not stuff myself.
Now I'm re-hydrating myself and thinking about what I'll be doing for the rest of the week. I think I want to see how I do with those walks before going back to CE.0 -
Good Morning Ladies! Well, I lucked out this morning as I was able to lounge in bed for awhile before I had to get up and get moving...was so much more motivated! I'm getting enough sleep, but need a few minutes to wake up instead of my usual jump out of bed and start working out routine! Maybe I'll set the alarm a few minutes earlier and allow myself some time to wake up.
I did 30 minutes on the treadmill on the 12% incline...my calves are not liking me so much right now! I was surprised I got almost the same calorie burn as a 30 minute run...my HR was really up there. I'll have to start doing that while I'm watching my shows at night...I tend to get bored with just watching TV, so this will give me extra incentive by doing something productive at the same time!
Well, on the road again for work. More either later or tomorrow AM. Have a great day!0 -
fitzfour: It's amazing what an extra couple minutes in the morning does for me. I set my alarm about 15 minutes earlier than I really need to get up so that I can get out of bed leisurely rather than bounce out. It makes my mornings less hectic and stressful. WTG on your workout as well. I wish I had a treadmill for one reason...so that I can do SOMETHING productive while watching tv.
ghanie: great job on your fast. And I think as long as you didn't stuff yourself you probably did fine with your meal...it sounds pretty healthy anyway.
Well I walked 3 miles this morning and jogged one. It would have been the other way around but a friend joined me today and she's not ready to jog yet. I came home and did Ab Jam. Haven't done that in forever and boy could I feel it....plus I was a little sore from the Turbo Kick workout yesterday
Tonight is Zumba so I consider today almost a "cheat" day because I feel like I can almost eat ANYTHING and not go over my calories. I burned about 900 this morning and I'll burn another 600 tonight....1500 cals to eat :noway: plus my regular allotment. I love Tuesdays PLUS its Biggest Loser night!! I love Tuesdays
Hope you all have a great day!0 -
This turbo jam workout is addictive and fun. Been sticking to the turbo jam program for a week now having a lot of fun with Charlene. She really keeps you motivated and I want her body. Been doing daily walking to burn extra calories. Did two mile on exercise tv with Leslie. There are some cool workouts on Demand TV. Hoping to drop a pound a week that is my goal. The food diary is awesome it keeps me aware of what I put in my mouth. It can be a bit time consuming. I wish there were better report like on fitday.com but it really helps. Does anyone preplan their dinners.? My breakfast and lunch are pretty much the same everyday to keep it simple right now. I never know from day to day what to cook for dinner it depends on the weather and my appetite.0
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does anyone know the calories burned in the ab jam?0
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Hey Jammers! I hope you all had a great Tuesday! I rocked it out after work with CE Burn Intervals and Extreme Abs. I'm feeling pretty good tonight!
Ghanie-Sounds like you enjoyed your post-fast meal-YUM!
Erika and Drevansmom- GREAT job on the workouts ladies! Keep it up! I wish I had a treadmill too!:frown: OH Drevans-FYI the Chicken Cordon Bleu in the CE magazine was AMAZING! I tweaked a few things but YUMMY!:drinker:
Smiley-I always preplan my meals. It really has helped me from going to the fridge at meal times and staring there for 20 minutes saying what do I want??? This way I know exactly what to prepare, and also what to take with me to work for yummy snacks that are my healthy choices:happy: I am finding it easier to keep my meals simpler too-I am going to start doing "easier" dinners and leftover stuff for lunches more often. I don't know exactly how many calories are burned with AbJam. I have a HRM and only wore it once for AbJam-I think I only burned like 45 cals, but I never log that in anyways. Someone here had posted before that they just count it as "extra" and never log it because its so low cal. So thats what I do too
Have a great night all! Tomorrow is my "rest" day, but if the weather gets nicer than it has been (nasty stormy/rainy/windy weather lately) I will be walking with my friend again Night! 0 -
Good Morning...we're halfway through the week...yeah! Tried a workout I haven't done in probably 6 months...Billy Blanks Bootcamp...all I can say is OUCH! This is the first DVD I've not been able to keep up with and had to take breaks. I really felt this one. It's fun to see how different the moves are between Billy and Chalene; I like to switch it up and try new stuff (if you can't tell!).
I'm thinking I'm going to start P90X next week. I'll see how it goes...I'm used to some mornings only doing a 30 minute workout, so I'm not sure how it will work doing 1 hour every morning. Hopefully things slow down at work, so I can have time for 1 hour each morning!
Well, off to get ready for work. Have a great day!0 -
Hi Everyone,
Can't talk a lot now- will check in again tonight. REALLY BAD day at work yesterday- but this morning woke up and ran for 35 minutes, fast walked for 15 and did 10 minutes of yoga to cool down. Off to work now, how I get out at a decent hour and things become more stable. I feel the instability has affected my weight loss- I've actually gained weight again this past week. I guess I just need to try harder to not let work get in the way of my workouts.
Miss you all and hope you have a terrific day
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Hi Everyone,
Can't talk a lot now- will check in again tonight. REALLY BAD day at work yesterday- but this morning woke up and ran for 35 minutes, fast walked for 15 and did 10 minutes of yoga to cool down. Off to work now, how I get out at a decent hour and things become more stable. I feel the instability has affected my weight loss- I've actually gained weight again this past week. I guess I just need to try harder to not let work get in the way of my workouts.
Miss you all and hope you have a terrific day
~Erica
Hang in there Erica! Sounds like work is becoming very challenging for you lately! I don't have the challenges, but have been working odd ball hours from day to day. It really messes with your body and I find it harder to want to workout, versus relaxing or sleeping! We're all here for you...keep up the good work!!!0 -
Well, I just hit another goal today. At 26% body fat, I just hit the high end of "ideal" for my age. 0
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Hello Ladies-
Lilangel-which magazine is that recipe in? I looked thru all mine and didn't find it, but I don't have the new one that was suppose to come out yesterday (stupid Walmart!)
Erika-I like to switch it up too. thats actually a great way to stay motivated, you don't want to get bored.
Erica-stay positive. Stress can cause weight gain. Changes always cause weight gain for me...just roll with it until you can figure out a new schedule and then work it
I hope today is a better day for you.
Ghanie-CONGRATS!!! Thats amazing. I don't know what my body fat is....and I'm not sure I wanna know :grumble:
I just finished CP3 and Lower body jam. Ohhhh I'm gonna feel it tomorrow!!! It was way too cold to go jog today. I probably could have gone out but it was definitely too cold for the baby.
I need to do some last minute birthday shopping for my son today (his birthday is Sunday but he's out of school Thursday and Friday). I can't believe he's going to be 7
Hope you all have a great day
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Hey, today is my Birthday! Did the Cardio Party this morning it really kicked my butt but was a lot of fun. Going out the Chicago style pizza and some wine tonight with my family. I burned over 532 cal doing the workout so I should be able to enjoy at least one piece. My calorie count says I have 1041 calories to eat today after breakfast lunch and dinner. I don't agree to eat all these calories. If I am not hungry why should I feed my fat cells. It will just store these calories as fat especially if you consume them all at once and your body does not require them. Has anyone read the book how to Outsmart your Female Fat Cells. It tells you to watch your hunger signals. I am going to use my hunger as my guide. If I can burn over 500 cal per day that would mean the weight loss would be greater. I don't see anything wrong with that. On average I loose 1/2 lb a week not counting my calories and working out. It gets harder to lose weight when your in perimenopause. When memopause hits look out your fat cells produce estrogen and you continue to put on weight. So I have to keep moving and lose weight for my health sake. Heart disease and stroke run in my family.0
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I see you lost 9 lbs great for you. You give me encouragement. I am just beginning but we are about the same weight. I am 164 and would love to be 145. Lots to lose. I've been really focused on the TJ workouts they are a lot of fun. Burning a lot of calories. Keep up the good work.0
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Good evening ladies!
It was my "rest" day today but I did meet up with my friend for a walk this evening I'm proud of her!
Erika-Great job!-always gotta keep the body guessing!
Erica-Try not to let work get in the way, but it's not always possible so just trying your best is all you can do
Ghanie-AMAZING girl!!! Great job I'm so happy for you:happy:
Lyn-Yea it's in the newest CE. YUMMY!
Smiley-First off, happy birthday!! Hope you enjoy your dinner tonight! Second, make sure to eat enough of your exercise cals though, this is my problem right now. I don't think I AM eating enough of them, but I am still trying to figure out where I should be because I am "maintaining" my weight now.
Have a good night everyone! It's Push3 for me tomorrow, next week starts Lean already! Holy cow!!! Time is just flying! Also will probably add either a short run or TJ after that Night! 0 -
Good Morning!!!! I was feeling a little more motivated this morning so I did a 30 minute run on the treadmill and then 20 minute walk at a 12% incline. I checked my calorie burn, and I burned almost as much during my 20 minute incline walk as 20 minutes of running! YEAH! I like running, but some mornings I just want to walk. To know that it's burning almost as many calories as running makes me happy!:happy: Now I have no excuse to not get on the treadmill tonight while I watch my Thursday night shows!
Well, off to hit the shower and get ready for work. I hope you all have a fantastic day!0 -
Hi Everyone-
Wasn't able to get in my morning workout today:mad: hopefully I won't get out of work too late to do it when I get home tonight. Not ready to talk about work- but I'm sure between my inconsistent schedule and my stress level that probably why I can't lose weight.
Congrats Ghanie!:drinker:
Thank you for all your support through this tough time. I feel like I'm just a fragile shell right now about to crack.
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So I'm burning 400-500 calories during my walks and I really don't want to eat more than that right now, especially considering I'm going to start bumping into maintenance. So I might roatate through the CE Lean workouts once per week or something like that.
As for maintenance, the plan is to zigzag between 1320 and 1520 net calories during the week with one cheat day. That's where I'm starting anyhow. I'm sure I'll tweak it in the future.0 -
Trying to get motivation to workout today...my legs are SOOOO sore from my incline walk on my treadmill--I can hardly move. So, I'm going to have to get myself motivated to want to workout today.
Rainy, yucky day here today. Looking forward to being lazy tonight with my boys!
Have an awesome Friday!0 -
Hey all!
I'm baaaack! And damn it's cold! Still out of sorts from all the craziness the last week. Ready to get back in a regular routine again-will restart my own little version of CE on Monday!:) Also getting ready for half marathon in 2 weeks...and def glad to be home with my own food!!!
More later..just wanted to pop in and say hi:)
Casey:bigsmile:0 -
Hey Jammers! I had a great run this AM! I was so excited I think because I haven't been able to run for a week! The weather has just been horrible stormy, rainy. It was a bit chilly but I'm hoping tomorrow is just as nice! You certainly can tell winter is coming....:grumble:
My brother and sis-in-law are coming to visit today, so I kinda was bumming at first thinking I can't get another workout in-BUT I pushed myself a bit extra this AM and burned about 520 cals on my run. I need to learn that it is OKAY to just do that and enjoy the company and relax. Still was a GREAT workout, I just feel I am skimping:ohwell: Any thoughts?
Overall the week has been good-I decided to change my settings to "maintain" after debating for days what the heck to do..but I think my body was starting to wear down and it needs this boost. Therefore my net cals are 1700 and I am eating about 1/2 my exercise cals for now. We will see..I am going to monitor and see if I gain/lose and re-evaluate in a week or so..I really just want to tone up my abs the most, and eating cleanly I think is the best way:huh:
Anyway..Casey-I hope you had a great time on vaca! I haven't had one in such a loooong time, but I do remember how nice it feels to be home again and get back into the swing of things! Sounds like the weather is changing there too-What do you suggest for those chilly AM runs?
Erika-I remember being sooo sore after the first time I inclined on the treadmill too:laugh: Keep at it girl!
Erica-Sorry work has been so hectic for you lately, Try to keep pushing on through as best you can!
Ghanie-Awesome burn with the walks! Way to earn those exercise cals!:happy: YUM!
Have a great afternoon all, I'll prolly check back in tonight after all the activities are over-I think we are planning going out to dinner (outback, red lobster, or olive garden-oh boy..But I've got some healthier meal ideas planned out already so I think I'll be fine. And I'm saving plenty of cals for dinner-I am going to treat myself to a drink of some sort:blushing: Hehe!)0 -
Hey Ladies!! Well, I ended up taking a 2nd rest day for the week, yesterday. I just was being so productive with other stuff I needed to get done, and spent a ton of time helping my son learn how to read...what a fun thing to watch!!!
Today I decided to try one of the P90X Cardio workouts. Did KenpoX, and I gotta say, I got nothing out of it. I was pushing it and my HR wouldn't get up there. I burned less calories in the 58 minute workout than I do on any other workout that's 30 minutes in length. I wasn't fatigued at all...it was weird. I wonder if it's because it was much slower than Turbo Jam, and lots more stopping? I also noticed my resting HR was in the lower 60's, when it normally is in the 70's. Anyway, I'm sure I'll do another workout later just to get a decent calorie burn for the day.
Welcome Back Casey! Let me know what you're starting on tomorrow...I'm thinking I need to go back to CE...I needed that month long break, but now I'm ready again!
LilAngel--awesome calorie burn on your run! How far did you go? I struggle with getting my calorie burn over 250 lately (that's with a 45 minute run)...I have to go longer distances/times to see higher calorie burn!
Ghanie-What awesome walks you've got going there!!
Erica--I hope you are able to relax this weekend and don't have to work!!0 -
My sister-in-law had a birthday yesterday so that was my cheat day. I woke up to find myself in the 130's though much of that is likely water due to the high-sodium meals. I'm considering lowering my goal to 125 so I stay under the 130's after cheat days. We'll see. I want to stick with a full week of maintenance before going back on a deficit.Did KenpoX, and I gotta say, I got nothing out of it. I was pushing it and my HR wouldn't get up there.
Yeah, Kenpo X is the lower impact cardio workout. Plyometrics is the big calorie burner. And Core Synergistics isn't half-bad either.0 -
Hey jammers! So this morning I got out there and ran for 6 miles!
Erika-That is the same route I ran yesterday, I just mapped it out online:happy: It takes me about 55 minutes to actually run it, then I jog around for a 5-minute"cool-down" before I actually stop and let my HR come down. I have been leaving my HRM running til 65 minutes though, because I do some stretching and yoga poses that work really well. Also, it is great you took a rest day to spend with your family, sometimes I wish I had more things like that to do to keep me busier instead of working out, then resting, then working out again. Heh..but I guess in the future I'll find myself cherishing this down time!:laugh:
On another note-today starts Lean1 for me! AHH I cannot believe it's been another month already! Geez, before I know it it will be a blizzard outside and x-mas will arrive! I am super excited to be into a new routine though, I need that change up with CE
So the Outback Steakhouse experience last night wasn't so bad..I got the Tilapia/Crab dinner with veggies-had them hold the seasoned butter on those-I was proud. Although, I did splurge and get a Strawberry Kiwi Frozen lemonade-I needed that drink!:laugh: I only ate about half, and mostly the veggies. So leftover fishie for lunch today!
I made tiny lasagna's for my dinner tonight and lunch at work tomorrow..hehe. I just gotta pop em in the oven later on!
I'll check back later on, I am going to my aunt's to visit-and gonna make these lil cake things outta clean eating mag for dessert to take. I'm going to adjust my diet so I can enjoy one as well Hope it's worth it...:embarassed: haha 0 -
Starting a new thread for October...
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/67679-turbo-jammers-october0
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