Talk about your exercise experience today

[Gemme]

What in the world were you thinking? There's such a thing as easing back in yanno. :blink:

It wasn't MY idea. It was the sample training session that came with my consultation. They did a fitness 'test' of sorts.

I failed.

:blink:

Today's not looking good either. Rough night and today is hack all day day.

[Vincent]

Welcome Vincent,

Sounds like you're working uphill friend, good on you for keeping it up.
We love it when folks do their regular workout logs here, it functions as inspiration for the rest of us and I'd dare say you'd give us mere mortals an extra shot.

It sucks about not being able to get to the pool as it sounds ideal. I hope you will be able to have that return to your workouts soon.

Excellent set of goals, keep us up to speed on your progress, (and pitfalls, we're here for that too!)

I must admit Kelt,its hard to stay motivated,of course most times when we exercise we become fitter,but for me as my hip bone falls apart everything becomes harder,I had a rough 3 days,I just couldnt do an hour session,was in too much pain,I'm thinking maybe 3 x 30 min sessions,during the day,I'm also on an extreme level of opiates to deal with the pain,but thanks for your response,and soon it will all be over,I did have cancer as well."I know right,all diagnosed at the same time"but the cancers gone and I'm clear,so after the hip,I can begin again.I do find talking to others about health and fitness,great,I think eating well and staying fot can beat back the aging process,so they say LOL.But thanks again for your response,If it seems I'm ignorant,I have to admit navigating the site,is a bit challenging for me,I think" I;m internet challenged :)"
And it will be good to log my progress,after my hip is done,may help anyone else who is having a replacement.

[nycfem]

Today I did the same interval program on the stair master but for 45 minutes. Then I did 45 minutes of floor work: weight lifting, leg weights, abs, and stretching. It's been a good weekend, not too cluttered with other activities and getting to sleep in. That always makes my work-outs so much better.

[~SweetCheeks~]

Today I jogged for the first time in years. I did some walk/jog intervals for 30mins, then some stretching and will do some weights and arms later today. I am still shocked I was able to jog!

[cinnamongrrl]

I cleaned for a total of 5 hours

Then came home and walked the dogs for 2.5 miles and up and down two large hills...

Then I did some yoga specifically for easing back pain...cuz Ive had more than the norm lately. It seems to have worked. Yoga is a miracle to me....

:praying:

[Gemme]

I haven't worked out since the trainer tried to kill me at the new gym on the 16th but I haven't had any additional hip pain either. One good thing about my body is that it tries to stagger the aches and pains when it can.

Right now, I have hormonal stuff and I'm still trying to shake this stupid cold thing and I'm having the occasional lower back twinges. When some time passes, the ole hip will kick in again.

I guess that's my superpower. I would have chosen something different but this is good too.

:blink:

[cinnamongrrl]

rainy day workouts....

I havent been able to get out to walk with the dogs because of monsoon season in Asheville...

so...

I went to my fave standby...youtube.

I started my day out with yoga since my hamstrings and ankle hurt...my back too has been giving me inexplicable grief. The yoga helped everything but my hammies...

Did some cleaning then came back to youtube and did a few minutes of different things. Finally found a nice cardio kickboxing video and did that. I really wanted something to do with weights and found my dear sweet Jillian...but she was doing floor work and I chose today to wash both my yoga mats...of course :|

So...after I clean the bathroom I may give it a go...


AND

now the sun is out...so the pups will finally get a walk :)

[nycfem]

Whoops, forgot to post on Thursday Sept. 24th: Gym, 30 min. stairmaster (the usual intervals Levels 2&6), then 30 min. weight lifting, abs, and stretching.

Today: meandering walk for about two hours with my brother, on the Highline (above ground old railroad turned urban park), by the East river, and along Christopher Street

[nycfem]

I took a short walk with friends in the park today. I have a blister from some shoe incident. I hate blisters!

[Kelt]

Whoops, forgot to post on Thursday Sept. 24th: Gym, 30 min. stairmaster (the usual intervals Levels 2&6), then 30 min. weight lifting, abs, and stretching.

Today: meandering walk for about two hours with my brother, on the Highline (above ground old railroad turned urban park), by the East river, and along Christopher Street

Would love to walk the Highline someday! I kept an eye on the development as it got going, so glad it is a success and continuing. :)

I should be back in a gym routine of some sort this coming week. My strength is relatively equal to that of four kittens right now, so it's going to be a climb back up to anything at all.. :(

[randrum]

I've been slacking. All my normal exercise options are out, so I just haven't been doing it. I probably need to find alternatives. But spending 30+ minutes on the recumbent bike is just not my style.

[Kelt]

I've been slacking. All my normal exercise options are out, so I just haven't been doing it. I probably need to find alternatives. But spending 30+ minutes on the recumbent bike is just not my style.

Not my first choice either but most likely what I'll be doing for a while combined with short river walks. I gotta start somewhere. *sigh*

[Gemme]

I took a short walk with friends in the park today. I have a blister from some shoe incident. I hate blisters!

Band-aid Advanced Healing Blister bandages. They are miraculous! They are padded and stay on for a couple of days or more. Totally waterproof (until the grit and grime of daily life starts wearing at it).

I get blisters super easy on my heels and once I found them, I was sooo happy. If you haven't used them before, give them a try. You won't regret it.

Would love to walk the Highline someday! I kept an eye on the development as it got going, so glad it is a success and continuing. :)

I should be back in a gym routine of some sort this coming week. My strength is relatively equal to that of four kittens right now, so it's going to be a climb back up to anything at all.. :(

We might share those same 4 kittens. Declawed ones at that.

It's been about two weeks since I've done anything other than walk a little bit. Part of it's been the cold dragging on and part of it is just me being lazy. I need to get back to a regular schedule. I'm gaining weight and really feel it.

Bah.

I've been slacking. All my normal exercise options are out, so I just haven't been doing it. I probably need to find alternatives. But spending 30+ minutes on the recumbent bike is just not my style.

I think we should band together and all do the same thing. Just to start and get us back into the groove of things. If recumbent bikes are it, then that's fine.

Something's better than nothing, right?

My will power ran away but if I'm held accountable, I'll be more likely to actually do something.

What do you guys think?

[Kätzchen]

Gemme,

I'm not a regular poster here in Nycfem's exercise thread, but I think if you've not felt up to your usual routine of exercise, then enjoy your down time because, like you said, you've not been feeling well. Sometimes the body needs a chance to recalibrate itself. But I get what you're saying about holding yourself accountable. I think you're doing a great job with your exercise routines.

Get well soon.

In other news:

I've been incredibly busy at work, which often times I am on the go with lots of walking, random bouts of jogging, mostly tempered with being able to sit down and rest while taking a quick break or resting up during my lunch hour.

I have no idea what level of energy I am expending, but I'd say it's enough physical exertion to tire me out physically and mentally. I'd say I'm holding my own in that a) I am still losing small amounts of weight, b) I increasing my level of endurance, and c) sleep comes easily after a busy day of physical exercise on the job.

However, if my daily levels of on-the-job exercise activities decrease significantly, I may have to join a group of exercisers here at home.

I hope you start feeling better soon! :rrose:

[Kelt]

Okay, so here I am at square one yet again. :thinking:

For those who don't know, four years ago I lost a crap load of weight through strict eating and exercise and have mostly kept it off. It wasn't perfect, I had very limited ranges of motion and choices of activity due to long standing back issues. What I did qualified as chronic cardio but I did get the weight off and really couldn't do much else. (If you can't pick a barbell up off the floor, you're limited to machines, and most of those were off limits too)

I did it outdoors by walking distances in the sand which worked because I lived two blocks from a beach in a great climate. I made friends and it was a way for me to interact with folks while "working out", I had a ton of social support, loved being outside, and it worked.

Fast forward to this last year. I moved cross country, got some medical things done, had several "life events", traveled a lot, and basically fell off the bandwagon. I did get a regular gym membership which lasted about three months on a recumbent bike with crushing boredom and no interaction with all the other folks wired into headphones looking straight ahead at tv's. I get that that model works for a bunch of folks and in no way do I criticize it for those it works for. My membership in that is up in the next month or two, I don't even know when, that's how engaged with it I am.

The good news is that my back problems have been resolved and I have range of motion available for the first time in a dozen years, albet with no strength. I just spent the last month detoxing from the heavy opioids I've been on for the last several years to function at all, and while a miserable experience, it's over. I'm weak as a kitten, have put on some fat this last year, (at least I know how to get rid of it), but mostly I really don't know how to do functional excersize beyond reading books, and I don't have a place that I feel like I can get what I want.

I think I'm going to try something new. I want training, variety, coaching/supervision, and engagement with other people who have similar goals. I think I may sip from the Crossfit koolaid cup, and see what the "cult" is all about. I only have to commit a month at a time if that's what I want, which is good because it's hella expensive, but I know what I'm doing now (nothing) for a smaller monthly fee is expensive in another way.

Comments? Warnings? Experience?

I'm going to go check out several "boxes", gyms, this afternoon to get a hands on feel for what the different locations seem to feel like.

This could be very good or very stupid, if you have an opinion, please share it.

:weightlifter:

[Gemme]

Okay, so here I am at square one yet again. :thinking:

For those who don't know, four years ago I lost a crap load of weight through strict eating and exercise and have mostly kept it off. It wasn't perfect, I had very limited ranges of motion and choices of activity due to long standing back issues. What I did qualified as chronic cardio but I did get the weight off and really couldn't do much else. (If you can't pick a barbell up off the floor, you're limited to machines, and most of those were off limits too)

I did it outdoors by walking distances in the sand which worked because I lived two blocks from a beach in a great climate. I made friends and it was a way for me to interact with folks while "working out", I had a ton of social support, loved being outside, and it worked.

Fast forward to this last year. I moved cross country, got some medical things done, had several "life events", traveled a lot, and basically fell off the bandwagon. I did get a regular gym membership which lasted about three months on a recumbent bike with crushing boredom and no interaction with all the other folks wired into headphones looking straight ahead at tv's. I get that that model works for a bunch of folks and in no way do I criticize it for those it works for. My membership in that is up in the next month or two, I don't even know when, that's how engaged with it I am.

The good news is that my back problems have been resolved and I have range of motion available for the first time in a dozen years, albet with no strength. I just spent the last month detoxing from the heavy opioids I've been on for the last several years to function at all, and while a miserable experience, it's over. I'm weak as a kitten, have put on some fat this last year, (at least I know how to get rid of it), but mostly I really don't know how to do functional excersize beyond reading books, and I don't have a place that I feel like I can get what I want.

I think I'm going to try something new. I want training, variety, coaching/supervision, and engagement with other people who have similar goals. I think I may sip from the Crossfit koolaid cup, and see what the "cult" is all about. I only have to commit a month at a time if that's what I want, which is good because it's hella expensive, but I know what I'm doing now (nothing) for a smaller monthly fee is expensive in another way.

Comments? Warnings? Experience?

I'm going to go check out several "boxes", gyms, this afternoon to get a hands on feel for what the different locations seem to feel like.

This could be very good or very stupid, if you have an opinion, please share it.

:weightlifter:

It's not stupid at all, but I would strongly caution you to build up your strength before doing Crossfit. It's crazy mad for even very fit people. While I'm sure they could adapt some of the movements, I would approach it with caution.

Pull up some Crossfit routines online and do as much as you can at home. If you do that for a few workouts and feel confident and strong enough to move to a box and don't mind someone hollering at you, then do so. I would never hold anyone back from bettering themselves, but I would offer that bit of caution given what you've said about your strength level at this time.

I tend to be a balls to wall kind of girl and sometimes (read: almost always) do too much too soon and it can be counterproductive because I have to wait to heal my torn and stretched muscles and tendons and can create a sense of defeat before I've really begun. Obviously, you and I are different but that's my experience and what I have to say about that.

:blink:

My .02.

[Kelt]

It's not stupid at all, but I would strongly caution you to build up your strength before doing Crossfit. It's crazy mad for even very fit people. While I'm sure they could adapt some of the movements, I would approach it with caution.

Pull up some Crossfit routines online and do as much as you can at home. If you do that for a few workouts and feel confident and strong enough to move to a box and don't mind someone hollering at you, then do so. I would never hold anyone back from bettering themselves, but I would offer that bit of caution given what you've said about your strength level at this time.

I tend to be a balls to wall kind of girl and sometimes (read: almost always) do too much too soon and it can be counterproductive because I have to wait to heal my torn and stretched muscles and tendons and can create a sense of defeat before I've really begun. Obviously, you and I are different but that's my experience and what I have to say about that.

:blink:

My .02.

I appreciate the note of caution and believe me, I'm painfully aware of my current weakness. I spent about three days immersed in reading and you tubing this. Most of what you see is kind of (prior to really looking deeper) is pretty gonzo stuff, promoting more of an end point.

When I looked into the business model I figured out that instead of signing up people in bulk and hoping they never actually show up because folks overlook low payments; they actually have a really vested interest in making sure that you a)stay motivated and keep justifying the money, b)get measurable results, and c)don't get injured (and stop coming/paying)

They have a lot of ways to scale the workouts and won't let you get going without knowing what you're doing. There are no unsupervised workouts, the coaches don't stand in the front of the room and demo, classes are limited to 15 with 2 roaming coaches to check/correct everyone all the time. The two places on my finalist list are:

Place A

Pretty close
Have a "ramp up" period for training basic techniques
You have to demonstrate 7 fundamental skills before getting out of "fundamentals" class and joining gen-pop
Then you do standard WOD while supervised at your own level
The intensity is baked in and always scales (something I like)

Place B
Much further away
Has a one month basic class 3x per week before you join gen-pop
Also offers a "masters" class (old farts like me)
Same last two things

I watched a fun 12 part YT series called Killing the Fat Man (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XD5axAX9U78&list=PL2933E03B622D0EEA) that chronicled a 40yo heavy guy getting into it over three months and then some of his 68yo dad who'd just had heart surgery too. It was interesting.

I know I'll have to start super slow, hell, I could only do half my river walk this morning and I'm wasted, but I want to learn the right way. Otherwise I'll learn it "my" way and then have to start over the right way. :rofl:

I get that there has been in the last 7-9 years a move to make it a commercialized sport, more power to 'em, but that's not what I'm after. I want a workout that will be intense, adaptive, efficient, and build real-world capabilities. That it is done with minimal equipment using compound movements, resistance and interval training, and peer encouragement all looks good to me. At least until I'm the one panting on the floor. :blink: Which will be my first visit.

I have generally been a bit too gung-ho myself and know what you're talking about, I'm hoping age will bring a little humility this time!

It will probably be a couple of days until I can set up initial visits, I just got a project dumped on me, but rest assured the gory details will be here.

:weightlifter:

[randrum]

I think we should band together and all do the same thing. Just to start and get us back into the groove of things. If recumbent bikes are it, then that's fine.

Something's better than nothing, right?

My will power ran away but if I'm held accountable, I'll be more likely to actually do something.

What do you guys think?

I think this sounds like a great plan. I could use some accountability. I've been so blah about exercising since the whole shoulder thing. I was really doing well before I got hurt.

Good news is, despite the lack of working out, I've only gained 0.6 lbs since August 31st. I'm gonna count that as a win.

So what's the plan folks? I'm pretty limited right now. Can't do anything upper body related. And running and swimming are out.

[Gemme]

I appreciate the note of caution and believe me, I'm painfully aware of my current weakness. I spent about three days immersed in reading and you tubing this. Most of what you see is kind of (prior to really looking deeper) is pretty gonzo stuff, promoting more of an end point.

When I looked into the business model I figured out that instead of signing up people in bulk and hoping they never actually show up because folks overlook low payments; they actually have a really vested interest in making sure that you a)stay motivated and keep justifying the money, b)get measurable results, and c)don't get injured (and stop coming/paying)

They have a lot of ways to scale the workouts and won't let you get going without knowing what you're doing. There are no unsupervised workouts, the coaches don't stand in the front of the room and demo, classes are limited to 15 with 2 roaming coaches to check/correct everyone all the time. The two places on my finalist list are:

Place A

Pretty close
Have a "ramp up" period for training basic techniques
You have to demonstrate 7 fundamental skills before getting out of "fundamentals" class and joining gen-pop
Then you do standard WOD while supervised at your own level
The intensity is baked in and always scales (something I like)

Place B
Much further away
Has a one month basic class 3x per week before you join gen-pop
Also offers a "masters" class (old farts like me)
Same last two things

I watched a fun 12 part YT series called Killing the Fat Man (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XD5axAX9U78&list=PL2933E03B622D0EEA) that chronicled a 40yo heavy guy getting into it over three months and then some of his 68yo dad who'd just had heart surgery too. It was interesting.

I know I'll have to start super slow, hell, I could only do half my river walk this morning and I'm wasted, but I want to learn the right way. Otherwise I'll learn it "my" way and then have to start over the right way. :rofl:

I get that there has been in the last 7-9 years a move to make it a commercialized sport, more power to 'em, but that's not what I'm after. I want a workout that will be intense, adaptive, efficient, and build real-world capabilities. That it is done with minimal equipment using compound movements, resistance and interval training, and peer encouragement all looks good to me. At least until I'm the one panting on the floor. :blink: Which will be my first visit.

I have generally been a bit too gung-ho myself and know what you're talking about, I'm hoping age will bring a little humility this time!

It will probably be a couple of days until I can set up initial visits, I just got a project dumped on me, but rest assured the gory details will be here.

:weightlifter:

I figured you did some research but it sounds like you've really put some thought into it.

I'd go for Place A because I'm too lazy to go a long way. I wound up bailing on the new gym because of the distance.

Because this is really about me.

:eyebat:

I think this sounds like a great plan. I could use some accountability. I've been so blah about exercising since the whole shoulder thing. I was really doing well before I got hurt.

Good news is, despite the lack of working out, I've only gained 0.6 lbs since August 31st. I'm gonna count that as a win.

So what's the plan folks? I'm pretty limited right now. Can't do anything upper body related. And running and swimming are out.

So you can walk and use the recumbent bike. Can you use the elliptical (without using the hand rails)?

You can also do strength training, without weights, like squats and lunges.

I imagine that stuff that would shock the body as a whole is out of the question, like jumps and using a mini trampoline.

What about balancing? Do you have access to a Bosu ball or half noodles?

You can use resistance bands around your knees and thighs and ankles. How about one-legged kicks?

I'm just trying to get a better idea of what would work for you.



In other news, I was having chest constriction and pain a few days ago as well as weird cardiac rhythms. I finally figured out what was doing it. I combined holistic and OTC measures and apparently either the combination of them or the addition of Sambucol did it. Sambucol is primarily black elderberry. Once I stopped taking that, my cardiac issues and discomfort in my chest dissipated. I checked and cardiac issues aren't listed as usual side effects but my body has always been weird so no more of that for me.

[randrum]

So you can walk and use the recumbent bike. Can you use the elliptical (without using the hand rails)?

You can also do strength training, without weights, like squats and lunges.

I imagine that stuff that would shock the body as a whole is out of the question, like jumps and using a mini trampoline.

What about balancing? Do you have access to a Bosu ball or half noodles?

You can use resistance bands around your knees and thighs and ankles. How about one-legged kicks?

I'm just trying to get a better idea of what would work for you.


Like you said, no shocks to the body. Elliptical, no arms, would work. And lower body works, squats, lunges, etc.

Balancing could work, same with the resistance bands. Not sure all what the gym I go to has available. I don't have any in-house, but maybe my gym has stuff or I could go buy a few things.

[Keep Smilin]

Thank you to everyone who posts in this thread. Exercise and eating well, living healthy are tough... I am always humbled by the absolute honesty of everyone here... It makes it so much easier to get out there and "Just Do It" when you know you aren't alone in the struggles...

So, thank you for sharing your ups and downs - your real life experiences with the rest of us!!

Keep putting one foot in front of the other everybody!!

Any movement is better than sittin still- so go get'em!! ��

[nycfem]

Went to the gym today. I was kinda tired so it was a hard start but I felt better afterwards. I did 45 minutes on the stair master (intervals, levels 2&6), followed by 15 minutes of abs, weight lifting, and stretching. The weight lifting really wakes me up which feels good!

[Kelt]

It's not stupid at all, but I would strongly caution you to build up your strength before doing Crossfit. It's crazy mad for even very fit people. While I'm sure they could adapt some of the movements, I would approach it with caution.

Pull up some Crossfit routines online and do as much as you can at home. If you do that for a few workouts and feel confident and strong enough to move to a box and don't mind someone hollering at you, then do so. I would never hold anyone back from bettering themselves, but I would offer that bit of caution given what you've said about your strength level at this time.

I tend to be a balls to wall kind of girl and sometimes (read: almost always) do too much too soon and it can be counterproductive because I have to wait to heal my torn and stretched muscles and tendons and can create a sense of defeat before I've really begun. Obviously, you and I are different but that's my experience and what I have to say about that.

:blink:

My .02.

Yes I'm quoting this post AGAIN, because when the Gemme is right, she's right.

The last couple of days I've been playing catch up on yard work since I was out of it for basically a month. I have lawn guy, but the flower beds and gardens kinda went to hell.

Stuff grows fast here. So the last two days were weeding and that was a lesson in how weak I really got. It amounts to a bunch of air squats and whatever I'm doing to get the jurassic, two foot tall hummers out is really working my upper back and lats. It's good, because it's just sore muscles and there's plenty more to go around, but I am in no way ready for lessons yet. I'd just hurt myself. So, there are very good instructional videos for the basic crossfit moves and I will be practicing them in the yard for the next week or so first, even if I have to re-learn things later.

:blush: << Apparently likes the taste of crow for dinner.

[randrum]

Vegas has been a lot of eating and drinking. No gym time. But all the walking and laughing has made up for it, I think. I am, in some ways, looking forward to getting home Monday and starting my routine back up on Tuesday.

[Gemme]

Like you said, no shocks to the body. Elliptical, no arms, would work. And lower body works, squats, lunges, etc.

Balancing could work, same with the resistance bands. Not sure all what the gym I go to has available. I don't have any in-house, but maybe my gym has stuff or I could go buy a few things.

I got a bunch of stuff on the cheap from Wally World. Resistance bands, videos, balance balls, yoga stuff, etc. I even found a strap specifically designed to help with stretching. It's got loops for toes and fingers, etc. Kinda nifty.

I had to go online to get the half noodle that my PT had me use during my sessions with her and I haven't used it nearly as much as I probably should but it's an EXCELLENT core and balance exercise with little impact (only what happens when you fall over from losing your balance....ha!).

Yes I'm quoting this post AGAIN, because when the Gemme is right, she's right.

The last couple of days I've been playing catch up on yard work since I was out of it for basically a month. I have lawn guy, but the flower beds and gardens kinda went to hell.

Stuff grows fast here. So the last two days were weeding and that was a lesson in how weak I really got. It amounts to a bunch of air squats and whatever I'm doing to get the jurassic, two foot tall hummers out is really working my upper back and lats. It's good, because it's just sore muscles and there's plenty more to go around, but I am in no way ready for lessons yet. I'd just hurt myself. So, there are very good instructional videos for the basic crossfit moves and I will be practicing them in the yard for the next week or so first, even if I have to re-learn things later.

:blush: << Apparently likes the taste of crow for dinner.

No crow. I've just been there. Several times.

I've been away from the routine for a while and now I'm going to have to start building myself back up too now.

*grimace*

Learn from my mistakes, grasshoppah.

[nycfem]

I decided not to go to the gym but the subway door stayed open extra long at the gym stop on my way home from work so I took that as my cue that I should go to the gym and jumped out and went to the gym. It ended up being a good decision. The work out felt great. 45 min stair master intervals (level 2, level 6) and then 45 min weight lifting, leg weights, abs, and yoga. Now I feel at peace in my body.

[nycfem]

Today: 30 min. stair master (Interval program, Levels 3 and 7) & 30 min. floor exercises (weight lifting, leg weights, abs, yoga). 1 hour leisurely walk outside.

[RockOn]

lifted lots of 2x4s, 4x4s and a few 4x6s

strained so hard picking up one 4x6, I let one ... (breaking into a fit of giggles)
had to look around to see if anyone heard it

*laughing at myself*
I was safe, no one heard. ;)

[Kelt]

I hate to admit it, but I've been checking in at the hive mind for an hour a day or more on the trusty recumbent bike for the last week. I have to get my wind back and this is the most efficient way. I'm 3 levels lower than I was before for the same output, hopefully it will come back quickly.

Still on short river walks too.

[~SweetCheeks~]

I Found a zumba class close to my house actually in walking distance and I never knew it was there. I am going to go by tonight I hope and see what its all about. Trying different things to get through this stall.

[nycfem]

Hi, exercisers. I did a two hour leisurely walk in the park, with some stair climbing thrown in. Fall is nice.

[randrum]

Fall is nice.

I agree; fall is nice.

I walked outside at lunch a little, hoping it would wake me up. It did not.

I had PT after work. Getting closer to surgery date. Only 9 more days.

At PT they did a lot of pre-surgery measurements. Found out my grip strength is 15 lbs less in my bad arm right now.

[Gemme]

I Found a zumba class close to my house actually in walking distance and I never knew it was there. I am going to go by tonight I hope and see what its all about. Trying different things to get through this stall.

I love zumba! You'll have so much fun and it's quite forgiving if you don't have the exact movements down. The focus is on movement in general and having fun to a good beat.

Can't beat that.

:|

[RockOn]

Did end of season yard detail all day ... weeded the shrubbery beds - added fertilizer, topsoil and peat moss. Mowed the grass low. Used Mr. Toro Blower to make some of the messes I made disappear.

It looks great!
:)

[Gemme]

Today I started back just a hair shy of one month since the last time I worked out. I got sick and then sicker and then I got good and lazy. It's time to shake that. I kept things slow and light but it feels good to get back into the groove of things.

E18, random program, level 2
174 cal, 1.25 mi, 20:00 min

B3, manual program, level 2
66 cal, 2.03 mi, 15:00 min

I did some light ab work and then stretched.

I decided to check into downgrading my membership and they told me I'd have to pay a $49 start up fee. Um, no. I paid a start up fee when I started up. That's kind of the purpose of the whole thing.

The payment comes out now so I have a month to figure out what I'm going to do and/or dig up my contract and go over it with a fine tooth comb. Either I will become the squeaky wheel until I get my way or I will cancel the contract outright. My delving into other gyms in the area last month has given me options and there's still the place I can walk to that I was going to use during the bad snow months anyway. I found another one that's not too far away that I can look into also.

I'm looking at getting a pet and, if I wind up with a dog, I'll get more time out and about with walks, park outings and general movement.

[Kelt]

I'm still doing my 60-90 mins a day at target heart rate on general principle.

The last 4 days have been tough for other reasons though. We are having more forest fire issues and this time of year the wind patterns are such that all the smoke from this one is landing smack on top of us. Result? Red and even a couple of purple day air alerts. The caution is to stay indoors and even though the gym is, it's still bad enough that after about 20 mins I can feel the eyes burning and start coughing. It's supposed to start getting better by Sunday.

I'm still doing short outdoor river walks because I need it for mental health.

Other than that, since I know that for me 80% of my health progress or not happens in the kitchen, I'm getting back into fine tuning what goes in my mouth. The last 6 months were a roller coaster and I kind of went off the rails. One week in I can feel several positive changes, so I'm happy with that.

[Gemme]

E21, random program, level 3
225 cal, 1.80 mi, 25:00 min

B6, manual program, level 3
67 cal, 1.94 mi, 15:00 min

I did the teeniest bit of ab work....less than one minute, I think, and then I stretched.

[Kelt]

Last night it rained so we are finally getting clear of smoke. Still doing the recumbent, I hang in there for just over an hour until it says I've hit 400cal.

I've bumped my target HR 5% so it doesn't take quite as long. I'm using my trusty chest strap synced to it, so I believe my numbers are at least consistent.

[RockOn]

cut 2x4's -16 of them
sanded 16 2x4's
painted 16 2x4's (dark teal semi-gloss, outdoor kind)
painted all again

I am getting excited about this new little grill cart - I bought casters for it the other day. It will be totally waterproof when completed.I will put plywood panels all around the back and sides. Then a large roof that will more than cover me while I cook. Thinking about putting a 4-barrel carb on it ... what do you think? LOL! (only joking)

my shoulders and upper arms are somewhat sore - be fine in the morning :)

[RockOn]

Right Kelt, by all means, cannot forget the headers! :)
*grinning at you*

[Gemme]

My morning workout:

E21, random program, level 3
221 cal, 1.64 mi, 25:00 min

B4, manual program, level 3
65 cal, 1.79 mi, 15:00 min

I did a little bit of ab work and stretched for about 8-10 minutes.

It was super hot at first and I was really annoyed but my annoyance was not only with the temperature but with them trying to squeeze me for more money because I want to downgrade my membership.

Next workout, I'm going to the place nearby. I get two free passes so I'll use them and if the place is decent, I'll switch to that gym.

[Rockinonahigh]

It was to nice a day not to give it a try to do something, so I went out to just shoot some hoops as I have already gone bat shit nuts from not being able to do much cause of my sorry knee. It went pretty well as long as I kept it easy play even my fur kids were glad to be out with me so they could chase basket balls as run and play. They have plenty of time out to play but wont do much if I'm not outside too being its always this way all they do is go out to potty then come ion and hang around my feet not being to far from me. There were a few times I thought was gonna bust my ass losing my balanced but I didn't. I'm glad we got to sweat a bit and have some fun, will do it again tomorrow.

[randrum]

I was told to relax this week. And reminded several times, by several people. Apparently I don't know the meaning of taking it easy...

Surgery day is tomorrow. Bright and early (7 AM).

I'll try to check in after. If not tomorrow, Thursday for sure.

Keep up the good work everyone!

[Kelt]

Still on it. Holding on to target gain and pushing it a bit more.

An hour at level 8 + river walk.

Combined with my "clean up my act in the kitchen and track the sh*t out of everything" plan is working well and producing the desired results.

:cheesy:

[Gemme]

Hang in there, randrum, and good luck!

I canceled my PF membership and signed up at a new gym that I forgot was there until after I visited with a pup at the animal shelter and passed by it on the way home.

Wet and dry sauna, weights, classes, cardio, juice bar, training and a semi-private room for miscellaneous personal training for $5 a month more than what I'm paying now. Well, the training is not included, but it's far cheaper than any of the other gyms I visited. And....here's the best part....it was cold in there. COLD!!! And they promised it's always like that. I may have found Heaven on Earth.

I spent an hour talking to the guy at the front desk and the head trainer, who adopted a pup and kitty not too long ago. They are adorable. I had to show him the picture of the pup I visited with today. He's a great kid, but damn he's high energy. No wonder he picked a Chi.

:blink:

I have my consultation with him on Thursday.

Hopefully, I will survive intact.

[randrum]

Hey all.

I'm home and okay. The surgery went off without a hitch. The procedure itself only took a little over an hour. I spent longer in recovery.

I have a blocker in place right now, so no pain. Tomorrow, when it wears off, will probably be a different story.

Only passive exercises until I have a follow-up appointment next week.

Anyway, that's the update.

[Gemme]

Hey all.

I'm home and okay. The surgery went off without a hitch. The procedure itself only took a little over an hour. I spent longer in recovery.

I have a blocker in place right now, so no pain. Tomorrow, when it wears off, will probably be a different story.

Only passive exercises until I have a follow-up appointment next week.

Anyway, that's the update.

Congrats and I hope recovery is speedy.

[Gemme]

I had my consultation with the new gym today. The head trainer reminds me of Jerry O'Connell. On crack. And maybe speed.

:blink:

He had me working on the weight machines for half an hour after our consultation and I finished with 20 minutes of cardio followed by some stretching.

For the cardio, I rowed for the upper body and did the recumbent bike for the lower body.

The new gym has rowers, which I love, and the leg press that you lay down to use, which I prefer and it was still comfortable temperature-wise. The only things that irk me is that not as many people wipe down the machines once they are done with them and there's no consequence for annoying sounds. Some guy was dropping his deadlift weights over and over right next to me while we were training. You'd think they'd have some sort of consideration for others, but noooooo.....

Hrmph.

[Gemme]

Sore muscles.

*grimace*

[nycfem]

Yesterday- 2 hour river walk, such a beautiful fall day :)

[diamondrose]

yesterday did the zombie run 5k

[SirenManda]

Today I started my 30 Day Challenge of A Mile A Day. I got to 1.83 miles before I gave in. My goal is to drop weight to control my PCOS. My endurance is pretty good, but my motivation goes up and down. I'm going to make it to 30 days, I am set on it.

[Rockinonahigh]

Tuesday I had a work over of shots on the left side of my back, its been about
12 hours since I had he work done ( late in the afternoon) and I'm still feeling all the shots I had. I feel like a pin cushion at the moment but am glad I got it done finally but wish it had happened sooner cause it took out the whole left leg from my lower back to my feet and had me on a cane or crutches, my office chair has wheels so you can bet I made good use of it. I do feel better but it will be a few days then I hope I can start back to working out again after not being able to do anything without pain.
I was worried my diabetic numbers would get bad but I really watched my calories and carbs, I an glad I kept all my Dr. Adkins low to O carb cook books that helped me with it all...I mean food should taste good even if it needs to be very lo in carbs.

[Gemme]

I'm a bad, bad girl.

:blink:

I haven't made it to the gym since my consultation workout.

In my defense, I DID clean house and move boxes and plastic bins around for 4 hours today so I did get some movement with intent. I even wore my workout gear to do it since I knew I'd get sweaty.

I do need to get there tomorrow though.

[randrum]

Saw my doctor today for my first post-op follow up. I am making good recovery and can start PT and general range of motion exercises. Still no weight bearing, above a shampoo bottle. I can also come off the pain meds but should remain on the muscle relaxers while I'm still experiencing spasms.

[nycfem]

Today I did a 2 hour walk in Riverside Park. It was actually from 12:15 to 4 but as usual I did a LOT of photo taking and meandering, even a little laying in the leaves :)

[Kelt]

I've still been at it a good hour+ per day on the recumbent level 8-9 So... I decided to graduate to the elliptical. I really needed to get upright and start doing some load bearing stuff now that my wind is back.

Sadly, it seems an 8 on the bike is a 3 on the elliptical. :blink:

Oh well, I'll just start working my way up to an 8 on this.

:weightlifter: Stubborn like that.

[Gemme]

That's the way to do it, Kelt!

I, sadly, have not officially worked out in a while although I've done plenty of manual labor and movement with intent. These 12 hour days are getting to me and it doesn't help when Oliver decides I've had enough sleep and it's time to get up.

He's 8! He and I are both middle aged. It's all those afternoon naps he gets.

Jerk.

[Kelt]

That's the way to do it, Kelt!

I, sadly, have not officially worked out in a while although I've done plenty of manual labor and movement with intent. These 12 hour days are getting to me and it doesn't help when Oliver decides I've had enough sleep and it's time to get up.

He's 8! He and I are both middle aged. It's all those afternoon naps he gets.

Jerk.

12 hour days with significant physical labor totally counts!

It's just a seasonally adjusted workout.

It's Oliver's job to be nocturnal. The sooner you recognize the new hierarchy in your home the sooner you'll be able to adapt to his schedule.

It's the rulez. :cat:

[Gemme]

He is the weirdest cat.

This is totally off topic, but maybe I can relate it somehow.

He doesn't like the cheapy pressies....plastic bags, tp rolls, aluminum foil and paper balls.....or the store bought stuff....toys, wands, scratching posts and a giant perch lookout that's almost as tall as me. That's my connection....I put that sucker together after lugging the box around a while, trying to decide if I wanted to keep it, and it took me a bit to get it all up.

He hasn't even played with the dangling pom pom.

Not ONCE.

He sits in front of the front door and huffs the breeze coming through the crack at the bottom. Sometimes he lays on the back of the couch and looks out the back window but the ONLY toy he will play with is a blue stuffed boomerang. I call it his blue banana because he holds it like someone might hold a banana.

He's VERY talkative when he wants attention. And when he poops. He likes to announce that and boy, howdy...it will burn the hair off inside your nose.

He's almost sleeping through the night, so that's a good thing, and he's totally chill outside of his attention starved moments. He doesn't scratch much and isn't destructive and doesn't jump all over everything.

Oliver's such a good :cat:.

Weird but good.

For the record, I spent two hours lifting doors, caulking holes at ground level and picking up nails and screws from the project going on at work. <--thread compliant after all!

[Rockinonahigh]

I gave two fur kids a bath, that has to count for something.

[Gemme]

It's been nearly a month since I actually worked out at the gym but I dragged myself there this morning and had a light workout. I hopped on the treadmill and set the weight loss program since I knew it wouldn't get too fast. Can't keep the heart rate in the fat burning zone if you're gasping for breath.

:blink:

I did half an hour plus cool down on the treadmill (158.6 cal, 1.07 mi) and then I hopped on their scale that measures hydration, body mass, muscle mass, et cetera. I also hopped on their regular floor scale and there's a discrepancy of almost 2 lbs so do with that what you will.

I later found out it should be done before the workout but I digress.....the workout was low key enough that I doubt it skewed things too badly. I did ask one of the owners of the gym how to interpret a couple of the icons and he got it wrong too...lol...so I got one of the sheets to keep track of this and I'll have an accurate read in the next few days.

Here is what I came up with (which could be wrong and affected by the previous workout):

179 lbs
44% hydration, which is close. I should be in the 45-60% range.
Physique type 9-this is actually not bad given how they calculate the chart, but 5 or 6 would be better
5.2 lbs for my bone mass range, which needs to be around 6.5 lbs
40.8% bad stuff, which makes me obese...I need to be in the 30% range
I'm in the healthy range for visceral fat. There are only 2 ranges, good and bad, so I'm okay.
100.4 lbs of good stuff

That leaves 78.6 lbs of stuff that can be improved upon. I'm going to compare my next reading, before my workout and with a little more experience with the contraption, and see how it differs.

I'm going to try yoga on Thursday and my trainer offered me another free half hour session, so that makes me happy. He even promised to tone it down a bit so I'm only sore for one day, not two. He's a good kid. I'm glad I wound up at this gym, even if I have to drive just a smidge more to get to it.

[cinnamongrrl]

I started my day out with yoga and I will clean for a total of 5 hours today...

I want to start getting a workout in at night...my ankle is feeling better...I think its about time...

[randrum]

Guys, I'm up to 2.75 lb weights! And for certain movements it feels like they are 275 lbs. Lol.

Rehab still 2 or 3 times a week. Almost complete range of motion. I even was able to throw some tennis balls for Ernie while we were at the bark park.

[Gemme]

My new gym has a new contraption that is a cross between the old ski machine and an elliptical. I hopped on that and set the timer for half an hour but realized my mistake fairly quickly and halved that time.

82 cal, 15:00 min

I moved to the rowing machine and realized that they set one up for big feet and one up for small feet, so I had to move since I apparently prefer the big footed machine's location best.

137 cal, 15:05 min

I finished up on the treadmill, using a variety program.

93.2 cal, .70 mi, 20:00 min

Good workout!

[Kelt]

My new gym has a new contraption that is a cross between the old ski machine and an elliptical. I hopped on that and set the timer for half an hour but realized my mistake fairly quickly and halved that time.


Arc? Will kick yer azz and take names!

[Gemme]

Arc? Will kick yer azz and take names!

Nope, although they do have Arcs there and they do whup one's butt.

It's literally like the old ski machines that go out at an angle to the side but it also goes forward and back, like the elliptical does. It works the thighs more all over, sides and front.

It took me a minute, but I found it. I was a bit misleading earlier. It's designed less with a ski influence and more with a speed skating influence.

Here (https://www.google.com/search?q=technogym+cardio+wave+machines&biw=1152&bih=644&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwiPnI6MxqHJAhUJKiYKHXzsAQ4QsAQIWQ#imgrc= rW4UQZkSFkM3fM%3A)

If you scroll a little past the image that comes up, there are a group using these machines in a semi-circle so you can see different views. The ones the gym has have two sets of handles. One is small and stationary and the other, larger handles move forward and back, very much like an elliptical.

With each step, the peddles goes out and forward and back and out and forward and back....I won't be able to do this often unless I get shoes designed to withstand constant pushing and pulling from the sides. I don't think my cross trainers will cut it long term.

[Kelt]

Nope, although they do have Arcs there and they do whup one's butt.

It's literally like the old ski machines that go out at an angle to the side but it also goes forward and back, like the elliptical does. It works the thighs more all over, sides and front.

It took me a minute, but I found it. I was a bit misleading earlier. It's designed less with a ski influence and more with a speed skating influence.

Here (https://www.google.com/search?q=technogym+cardio+wave+machines&biw=1152&bih=644&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwiPnI6MxqHJAhUJKiYKHXzsAQ4QsAQIWQ#imgrc= rW4UQZkSFkM3fM%3A)

If you scroll a little past the image that comes up, there are a group using these machines in a semi-circle so you can see different views. The ones the gym has have two sets of handles. One is small and stationary and the other, larger handles move forward and back, very much like an elliptical.

With each step, the peddles goes out and forward and back and out and forward and back....I won't be able to do this often unless I get shoes designed to withstand constant pushing and pulling from the sides. I don't think my cross trainers will cut it long term.

Wow! :blink:

So there's a fresh new hell I never met before! Looks like an ankle breaker if I ever saw one, higher topped shoes for sure. Something I've always wanted to try (really old school) and may actually have the room for in the not too distant future is a 'slide/glide board (https://www.google.com/search?q=slide+board+exercise&biw=1920&bih=914&tbm=isch&source=lnms&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwiYmoKtgaLJAhUCSIgKHdMUDYQQ_AUICSgD&dpr=1)' for mimicking hockey/speed skating. A less locked foot position, I think it looks fun. (and could possibly kill me as well) :cheesy:

[Gemme]

Wow! :blink:

So there's a fresh new hell I never met before! Looks like an ankle breaker if I ever saw one, higher topped shoes for sure. Something I've always wanted to try (really old school) and may actually have the room for in the not too distant future is a 'slide/glide board (https://www.google.com/search?q=slide+board+exercise&biw=1920&bih=914&tbm=isch&source=lnms&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwiYmoKtgaLJAhUCSIgKHdMUDYQQ_AUICSgD&dpr=1)' for mimicking hockey/speed skating. A less locked foot position, I think it looks fun. (and could possibly kill me as well) :cheesy:

I have always wanted one of these! I've Jimmy-rigged one before but it didn't last long. I used foot booties, Saran wrap and a foam strip kind of like a yoga mat but longer.

[Gemme]

Good morning, exercisers!

Fresh from my workout adventures, I am here. And eating. Don't mind me if I type with my mouth open; I grew up in a barn. Sort of.

:blink:

I tried another new to me piece of equipment and it's pretty cool. It's an elliptical not really 'hybrid' per se but it does work a little differently than most ellipticals do. It works the backside....the hammies, the glutes, the calves...the whole backside of your lower body from the feet up to the tush. I didn't feel anything in my thighs on the front. It's also tricky as Hell to get on if you don't grab the smaller, less mobile hand rails.

See here (http://www.bing.com/images/search?q=technogym+excite+elliptical&view=detailv2&qpvt=technogym+excite+elliptical&id=9E87682D49C17C7A080CA388B7AF52F7811C313B&selectedIndex=0&ccid=cOQPbt3y&simid=608003310751844823&thid=OIP.M70e40f6eddf231b73ffcadc486137900o0&ajaxhist=0).

The pedals are more 'squishy' than a typical elliptical in that they have more give in the motion but it really keeps your legs going in an up and forward motion. Even though the smaller handle bars are more stable, they still 'pulse' with the movement of the pedals so they aren't locked into place. The big handles will throw you off if you catch them wrong while mounting the machine. Luckily, I have cat-like reflexes.

:cat:

I did half an hour on this machine and got a good workout in.

241 cal, 1.03 mi, 30:00 min

One thing about this is, it will say 'cool down' but it won't log any further factors (distance, calories, time, etc). You have to do your own cool down aside from the programs.

My hammies and calves felt a smidge tight so I hopped onto one of the 3 types of treadmills they have and used it as a cool down. It's a Precor 954i.

77.1 cal, .66 mi, 20:00 min

All in all, a good day except for the locker situation but that's a story for another day.

[Gemme]

I got to the gym around 7:30 this morning and got in a good workout for Turkey Day.

Technogym Excite elliptical
263 cal, 1.18 mi, 31:00 min

Rower
91 cal, unknown distance because I am suffering from fat finger syndrome today, 10:00 min

Precor 954i treadmill
75.7 cal, .78 mi, 18:00 min

I stretched and was out of there.

[Kelt]

I am practicing (and have for a couple of days) exercising my right arm to mouth workout. You know, asymmetric upper body drills... (um, yeah)

Hey! It gives me a reason to "renew" my efforts next week!

That's gonna suck, but today is fun. :cheesy:

[cinnamongrrl]

Today I walked around downtown for about 2.5 hours. My pedometer said 6700 steps...

Then I took the dogs on a challenging hike. All uphill... the views made it worth it. Downhill is always harder for me. I was just SO happy that my ankle is finally feeling good enough for hiking. :)

When I was coming down, I ran into a nice couple. They told me of another spot nearby. I'm going to try it Saturday if weather and Ankle hold up well :)

[Gemme]

I started with a Precor EFX machine that kicked my butt. That's what I get for choosing the total body program. At least I had the sense to get off before something fell off.

:blink:

162.7 cal, 1.38 mi, 20:00 min

Machine 2 = Precor 954i treadmill

184.4 cal, 1.75 mi, 35:00 min

There were 3 broken treadmills in a line of 5. No lights, no beeping; no one was home.

A few minutes of stretching and I was off for the day.

[boioboi]

It didn't happen. Hasn't been happening because of how busy I've been. I feel so much better physically, emotionally, mentally, spiritually, when I exercise for at least 30 minutes a day. ...now the only trick is trying to convince myself that I'm worthy of spending time away from studying.

[Gemme]

It was my version of a quickie today.

I did the Precor EFX 576i (https://www.gympros.com/shop/precor-efx-576i-experience-elliptical/?my_t_souce=bingads) machine on the today body program for half an hour.

286.0 cal, 2.43 mi, 35:00 min and 3810 strides total

I followed that up with about 8-10 minutes of stretching.

[Gemme]

It's been 10 days since my last official gym workout. In between that time, I got lazy, I sprained/broke/not sure/it doesn't matter/it just hurts a toe, I'm hemorrhaging (as usual) and I just don't plain feel up to snuff lately. There's a lot of emotional stuff and loss going on right now, so that's affecting me as well, but I did drag myself there this morning and I didn't die or suffer greatly for it. It may have even been a little helpful.

I hopped onto a Matrix recumbent bike first. Level 3 with the rolling hills program.

143 cal, 6.6 mi, 32:00 min


Concept 3 rower next. Level 1.

108 cal, 2068 meters, 11:00 min


Precor 954i treadmill last. Performance program, level 1.

49.0 cal, .44 mi, 15:00 min


I followed that up with some stretching in the dark dance class room. It was relaxing and no one could see me in my weird contortions, so that relaxed me further.

Good times.

[Teddybear]

Yes I'm posting here. Those of you that know me know I'm NOT an excerise person. So hold your seats I joined a gym. Been there every day. Walking on the treadmill 30 minutes at the time.

Yesterday I meet with a trainer who I swear tried to kill me. I can't move today. Took me 5 minutes longer to do my morning walk but I got it done.

I started a plant based diet today. Not sure I'm going to b able to do the smoothie thing but I'm going to try.

I'm determined to get in shape but I know its a long road. I am watching my progress daily. It is happening or was before the trainer.

The first time on the treadmill I was lucky to do 2.5 laps within 4 days I'm up to almost 5 laps in 30 minutes. I'm increasing the amount of time I walk Cody every day. Right now its once around my apartment complex starting tomorrow it will be 2 rounds.

Thank you for listening I will update more later.

[cinnamongrrl]

Note to Gemme:

Every trainer I've ever had has said that the rowing machine is the most over looked piece of machinery and yet its one of the very best bang for your buck. I know my tummy even felt it when I used to use the rower at the gym...

I'd totally like to get a decent home version....if anyone sees or hears of anything please let me know!

[Shystonefem]

I have missed every workout this week AND I have eaten more than usual.... Back to the workout tomorrow AM.

[Teddybear]

One walk down. Wasn't able to do 2 rounds was barely able to get out of bed.

So week 1 in the books. This is what I have found out. I'm slow BUT steady. Doubled my lap count on the treadmill. I know eating heavy is going to kill me won't do it again.

Goals for this week.
1. Add the extra round to my morning and evening walks.
2. Try by Friday to have added 15 minutes to my treadmill walk.

3. Stick to this new diet. Not that easy folks

I will update later, not for y'all but to keep me accountable. Have a great day

[Gemme]

This morning, I got a good but short workout in and followed it with a decent stretch.

I hopped onto the Precor EFX576i elliptical and off I went!

291.2 cal, 2.45 mi, 35:00 min

For something different: 3910 strides taken.

I earned that sh*t today.

[Gemme]

I tried something new today, exercisers.

I started on the Technogym elliptical to warm up.

95 cal, .40 mi, 13:00 min

Then I went through a whole section of weighted machines and tried each one, with varying levels of success. Some of them are stupid. That's all I have to say about that.

I did 12 reps on each machine. Just enough to figure out if I like it and to remind my body what it's supposed to do on the machines.

While there were the usual machines, there were some different ones too. Their ab crunch machine has straps like you are being buckled into a race car and you use the ends of the straps to hold on to. It's okay, though. I liked it. They have both Technogym and Trotter machines in the area I was working in. The Trotter machines are ancient and confusing. The leg curl had two pads and I couldn't figure out where I should put my legs because it restricted my movements too much no matter what I did. Also, the ab/adductor machine is on meth. Or something. It's ridiculous and probably as old as I am. Luckily, the Technogym machines were far more easy to use.

Once I finished my rounds there, I hopped onto the Technogym treadmill and walked to cool down and relax.

44 cal, .43 mi, 11:00 min

I finished up with some stretching. Had to do the stretches out in the middle of the main room as the room off to the side had a class going on.

All in all, it wasn't a bad workout.

[Teddybear]

Here's an update.

Had to take 2 days off because of the pain. Back in the gym today. Been a week so I weighted in. Down 5 lbs. I know its not much however I prefer it slowly coming off so it will stay off.

My heart rate today didn't get above 115 compared to being lucky to keep it at 126 last week.

The diet is coming along. I have to confess I have cheated with 3 meals but I'm determined to quit giving in.

Oh 1 more thing. When I started I was barely able to keep up with 1.0 as the speed on the treadmill up to 2.4. I hope to increase it every cpl of days.

Have a great day.

[Gemme]

I did a short but intense workout this morning.

Precor EFX 576i elliptical.

312.0 cal, 2.52 mi, 4220 strides, 35:00 min

[randrum]

I've been slacking lately. A lot. Since rehabbing for my shoulder, I managed to sprain my MCL. So my shoulder isn't quite 100% and my knee is limiting me further.

I have started wearing my Fitbit again though. My new job has me walking a lot more than in the past, which is helpful.

After the New Year, when (hopefully) I am healthy again, and I can finally stabilize my routine a little bit, I really want to get into a good habit of making it to the gym regularly.

Plus crossfit is really bit up here. And my sister does it a few times a week with a group of people, who have invited me to join. I think I will start doing that as well.

[Gemme]

Good workout this morning, exercisers!

It was Team Precor all the way today. I started on the elliptical and moved to the treadmill before stretching on the mat.

285.8 cal, 2.41 mi, 3746 strides, 35:00 min

I worked hard and didn't slack at all but didn't push myself as hard as I did Thursday either.

I did two short running intervals and walked comfortably the rest of the time.

92.4 cal, .79 mi, 20:00 min

[Gemme]

I won't work out tomorrow so I wanted this one to be a good one. I think I should have changed it a bit or waited a bit longer before jumping on the rower though. The motion squished my tummy and that didn't feel good.

Trio workout

Concept 2 rower: 103 cal, 1946 meters, 10:00 min

Precor 846i recumbent bike: 103 cal, 3.70 mi, 22:00 min

Precor 954i treadmill: 106.0 cal, .97 mi, 20:00 min
I did a short jog/run 4.0-5.0 mph halfway through.

I'm starting to have a bit more trouble with my deviated septum too. It's starting to get harder for me to catch my breath after I exert myself. I didn't think it was bad enough to consider surgery but maybe I will check into it.

Hey, if you ever wonder if you are getting older, stick your hands under one of those high power air hand dryers. Like ripples in a pond....

[randrum]

My sister dragged me out to do a Pure Barre workout yesterday. Holy shit! For being a strictly body weight workout, it was super tough. And I sweating by the gallon. I think me and the couple of guys in the class suffered more than the women that took us there.

[Gemme]

I had a decent workout this morning.

Precor EFX 546i elliptical (this one doesn't have mobile handles and some different program options)

270.6 cal, 2.33 mi, 4121 strides, 35:00 min
circuit training program
stretch to finish

[cinnamongrrl]

I took the dogs for a nice 3 or 4 mile walk...cleaned around the house and did an hour of yoga...

It was Bob Harpers yoga and he kicks my butt. Good news is, after a week of doing it, I can do a real pushup...and my chataranga is better than it was too...my balance really sucks...and I can not do the half moon pose...maybe someday

[Rockinonahigh]

A couple of weeks ago I saw another knee specialist ,the first thing he ask was why I wasn't in therapy for my knee? well I told him that none of the other knee doctors sent me to one nither did pain management, so the new guy has me going three days a week plus filling in the gaps at home being I have all this equipment to use. My knee is now sore but not in pain and there is a area of soreness half way up my outer thigh down past my knee to the top of my calf muscle and the back of my knee is a bit sore. I have no idea how long this will go on but it's an up grade in my care.

[Gemme]

I wasn't feeling my oats this morning so I kept it low key.

Precor 954i treadmill
165.9 cal, 1.57 mi, 35:00 min

I did run for a short 2 minute sprint @ 5.0 mph but walked the rest of the time. I played with the incline too and kept shifting between 0-2.5.

I ended with a nice stretch.

[nycfem]

Wow, I am finally caught up on this thread because I do that when I've finallllllyyyyy exercised and am ready to post. I am on winter break week right now, so I am hoping to get back in the exercise groove.

Today I could not even find my gym card (still haven't). At least I remembered my locker combination. My gym was bought by new owners so when I went in, it was as if I'd been asleep for 100 years (I have), and it looks totally different.

I did the StairMaster for 30 minutes, 82 floors, 250 cal., 2.7 floors per minute. Then I cooled down by doing 30 minutes of floor stuff: stretching, weight lifting, and ab-leg-and-back exercises. I don't listen to music during those last 30 minutes so it's time to think. It felt interesting to go back to thinking. Some things circulate through my head that I'd rather be done with. They must have gotten backed up in my head while I was not exercising.

In any case... I"M BACK!

[Gemme]

I have another appointment tomorrow with chipper B, the trainer. We're starting at the beginning since I've fallen off the wagon, rolled down the hill and washed away in the floods of life. I mentioned that to him. We'll see if he takes that to heart. If he goes all super trainer on me again, I might have to use my adult voice on him.

[Rockinonahigh]

I didn't exercise today but did get active by sweeping then cleaning a large part of the hose. I striped my bed then turned to mattress, washed the bed covers then replaces them. Washed all the dog laundry then put it all back together again, and while the laundry was washing I slowly cleaned off the patio of the dirt and leaves that have blown every where. A lot of the time my back tied up on me and my knee griped at me so I did take breaks to deal with it. All that had to count for something.

[Bubala]

I have learned that I should trust less and value myself more. I should be less available to others and more available to myself, always make time for me... Not put a world of weight on ppls words... Not ever let anyone's words hurt me... Not ever let me hurt myself in a way my naive, childish, silly heart likes to betray me by stabbing itself in the back every time.

I have learned that walls are built with purpose. Never ever ever let your guard down again. Those who deserve you will take their time to learn, understand and care enough to break throgh those walls without breaking you.

[Gemme]

Well, I survived. If that is taking it easy on me, I'm going to look like Ahhhnauld before too long.

:blink:

:weightlifter:

This session was free because he's a sweetie pie. Wednesday's will not be. Not sure how much I burned or what good I did, but I sweated and grunted and felt the burn for half an hour with B. Before that, I warmed up on the treadmill walking .35 miles and burning about 35 calories for about 10 minutes.

I found a new machine to stretch on. It could prove to be helpful. Tomorrow, there's a yoga class. I might go. It would be my first. I've had a yoga video for about a year now and still haven't cracked the packaging on it.

Doh!

[angelface]

Okay...officially I don't start my new exercise regime until the 1st but you all have inspired me to start early! :) I've been out of action for two months after blowing out my knee, so I'm getting on my bike for a gentle but long cycle ride tomorrow. Wish me luck!

[Rockinonahigh]

I did my therapy today and it went pretty well, as soon as they get the pool fixed I will be swimming a couple of times a week, laws little do they know if I get in the pool I may never get out.. I love the water.
Not sure if this can be called therapy but I got a wild hair to bake so I have been elbow deep in bread dough, I call it brain therapy, works too.

[nycfem]

After my workout on Sunday that night my back hurt and I had a bad headache. Luckily it did not last beyond the night. Whew! Clearly I worked out too hard after not working out for so long. So today I dialed it down and was very attentive to what I was doing. I think I nailed it- meaning I don't think I'll be in pain tonight. I did 2.3 floors per minute on the StairMaster in stead of 2.7 and controlled the speed manually between levels 2-4. End result: 40 minutes, 275 cal., 87 floors. Then I did 20 minutes of floor exercises: stretching and leg and ab exercises. It is so nice to have this week off work. I have been able to sleep in which gives my body such a nice chance to recover.

[easygoingfemme]

Shoveled ice and snow from our first fall of 2015 and helped my daughter paint her room :)

[Gemme]

Today was a pretty good day. I told my trainer that I hated him once...no twice....:)

I did a quick warm up on one of the Technogym ellipticals first.

32 cal, .16 mi, 7:00 min

That was followed by a half hour training session and I still felt okay enough to do a little more so I did the following on a Precor EFX 576i elliptical:

114.7 cal, .99 mi, 1755 strides, 15:00 min

This was followed by some stretching on the giant pad in the middle of the gym that now has 'NO SHOES' written all over it, all the way around.

[Bubala]

Today I've realized that - Everyone is someone's nothing!

[RockOn]

It poured down rain all day today ... I don't use umbrellas. I only get to use it once, then I forget and leave it out and about wherever. Anyway, I was about seven minutes late to work this morning. All the parking spaces close to the building were taken ... had to run fast to go inside because of the rain. Then I left about 9:30 for Subway - ran again in and out. At lunch, went home to let Jennifer and Kevie go out and potty ... more running in and out. Same deal when I left at 5:30.

All that running counts, right?
*grin*

[Gemme]

Today I've realized that - Everyone is someone's nothing!

Wrong thread but I'm sorry to hear that.

It poured down rain all day today ... I don't use umbrellas. I only get to use it once, then I forget and leave it out and about wherever. Anyway, I was about seven minutes late to work this morning. All the parking spaces close to the building were taken ... had to run fast to go inside because of the rain. Then I left about 9:30 for Subway - ran again in and out. At lunch, went home to let Jennifer and Kevie go out and potty ... more running in and out. Same deal when I left at 5:30.

All that running counts, right?
*grin*

No.



lol



Maybe.



My back and shoulders are a bit sore from yesterday's workout with the trainer. Nothing intolerable though. I think we've worked out exactly how hard he should push me, et cetera.

I did move a bunch of stuff around in my sh*t room. You know the room; the one that gets things thrown in there when you don't have another place for the item but you can't/won't get rid of it and where you put new (to you) stuff that people give you because you don't want to seem like a jerk.

I should have been purging this room when I was taking my vacation days but I got very lazy and filled my days with an NCIS marathon, going out to the movies, taking the :cat: to the vet multiple times, shopping and general do nothing-ing.

It's my goal to start painting that room; finally. It's only been a little over 2 years since I moved in.

:blink:

[randrum]

Hello my fellow exercisers! Happy New Years Eve!

So i was looking back at 2015, and I realized I ended right where I started. Same weight, same intentions to exercise more in the New Year.

The last few days I've been focusing on walking. Trying to get my 10,000 steps a day. Not always succeeding.

Be safe and have fun tonight!

[Rockinonahigh]

I really got a surprise this morning, I was looking for one of my fur kids toys she had hid in the closet then couldn't find, when I saw the scale I put in there a while ago. So I got it out then weighed my self, was I glad I did cause I said 254 lbs. some how I have lost ten pounds. This was after I ate breakfast, had two cups of coffee along with eating an orange. I don't know where it went but I don't want to find it, a nice way to end 2015. Happy new years everyone.

[nycfem]

My exercise stats for 2015 are under 30 minutes per day, waaaayyyy down from the previous years.

Sooo... back pain from gym again today. Thus I took a leisurely walk in the park (1 hour) which felt good.

[catlady]

I was finally able to burn some decent calories today after eating winter junk food during the week. I went on a long walk in the woods with my fiancee and her family which involved climbing scary high rocks.

[Rockinonahigh]

I have been riding my recumbent bike nice easy going to loosen up my knee joint then walking up the block as far as I am comfy with, but for what ever reason I am sore in my knee today have some swelling that feels like fluid that goes away after a heat treatment. Tuesday I went to my chiro for a work over he said my back is really tight and stiff even though I am doing some stretching maybe I need to do more plus I am doing exercises for my sciatica.
I know I am long overdue for a round of back injections but couldn't get an appointment till after the first of the year...hurry up will ya.

[Gemme]

I'm too lazy to look for last year's stats but I think this year was less than last.

28,565 calories burned
243.54 miles walked, ran, biked and shuffled

[PearlsNLace]

today it was cold, the kind that charges at the bones and gives your teeth a solid rattle. Its the kind of day that would have had me almost incapacitated at one point in my not so far off history. But not today. I took extra flights of stairs, and I ran with the dog. I did this remembering all the days that it wasnt an option in this body, and for my childhood friend who is being robbed of her mobility by ALS. So just for today my activity felt like a fight instead of just going through the motions.

[Gemme]

Nothing today as it's going to be a long day here. The toilet got scrubbed this morning. That's something.

Yesterday I painted off and on for half of the day, so there's about 3 hours or so of active painting and about another hour and change prepping and resituating things and washing the instruments plus another hour of hopping in the car and going to the store to get better instruments.

Ever noticed that people drive their shopping carts like they do their cars?

Oh and I almost got backed into while on foot by a giant SUV. That got the heart rate up a bit.

[nycfem]

Yesterday and today I did pretty much the same routine: manual stair master for 30 minutes, levels 2-4, 2.5 floors per minute, 230 cal., 75 floors. And no back pain, what a relief! I have one more day of vacation before I go back to work on Monday.

I'm watching Making a Murderer on Netflix. So good!

[DapperButch]

The back is feeling pretty good, ever since I decided to push through the pain and starting working out on the eliptical starting last week. My chiro told me it made sense that this was helpful. I wish he had told me this before (last I heard from him if I was in pain, I was supposed to just do stretches....'course last time we discussed it was 9 months ago when I was in wicked bad pain). :|

Needless to say, that (and the chiro), along with the stretches in the morning, have made a difference. Sucks that my 6 month old mattress jacks up my back, but hey!, I only buy a mattress once every 15 years, so that is how it goes....

My :dog: and I had a great day hiking the local trails and he is still Mr. Energy even though he is 10.5 years old. Gotta love a Russell Terrier!

[Gemme]

I worked 11 hours and was busy the whole day. Any benefit was washed away when I gobbled up some bits and pieces of stuff at 9pm. Not my best effort tonight. Luckily, tomorrow's another day.

[Teddybear]

Update so we are almost a month in andnim down 11 lbs. Still a lot to go. Baby steps is what that special person tells me. At the end of January I'm hoping my endurance is up so I can start some strenght training.

[Gemme]

It's tomorrow and the sun came up.

Precor EFX 546i elliptical

306.3 cal, 2.49 mi, 35:00 min

I stretched and that was it. All in all, it was good. I definitely earned every sweat droplet and calorie burned. I went later than I normally do and there were more people there. It was the first time the gym actually smelled like a gym.

I do not like the smell of sweat.

:blink:

Trainer appointment tomorrow morning and more painting tonight. There's no rest for the wicked.

:eyebrow:

[easygoingfemme]

3.5 miles on rowing machine. Might have a bike ride later on...

[randrum]

Currently I'm stuck in the car. But I have plans to play a little pond hockey with friends tonight.

[Teddybear]

Ok I have a question for all of you who have been excerising on a regular basis. I have NO idea where to start on the strength training. How many reps I should do and how often should I increase the reps?

Any and all help is greatly appreciated. Thank you for all the support I have gotten for y'all already.

[TL1]

Punching bag

[randrum]

Ok I have a question for all of you who have been excerising on a regular basis. I have NO idea where to start on the strength training. How many reps I should do and how often should I increase the reps?

Any and all help is greatly appreciated. Thank you for all the support I have gotten for y'all already.

I find this to be sort of a personal thing. Its really based on you and how you feel.

That being said, in my experience, a good place to start is 2 sets, 8-12 reps per set. I typically will increase the amount of weight I'm doing when I can easily, without straining, complete my reps. I do not generally increase the amount of sets or reps.

[Teddybear]

Punching bag

I really don't think I'm anywhere near ready for the punching bag. Maybe later on yes. Thanks for the advice

[Teddybear]

I find this to be sort of a personal thing. Its really based on you and how you feel.

That being said, in my experience, a good place to start is 2 sets, 8-12 reps per set. I typically will increase the amount of weight I'm doing when I can easily, without straining, complete my reps. I do not generally increase the amount of sets or reps.

Randrum

I am assuming here that you are talking about free weights. If your not then please explain to me which machine. The gym I belong to has so many machines I have NO clue where to start or how to even use them.

I keep reading where some are talking about a circuit. Is there a certain circuit to follow? If so what is it? Do you have to do everything on the circuit everytime?

I have so many questions and don't want to hurt myself or break a machine. I promise to try and not overwhelm y'all with questions.

Thank you for your patience

[DapperButch]

Randrum

I am assuming here that you are talking about free weights. If your not then please explain to me which machine. The gym I belong to has so many machines I have NO clue where to start or how to even use them.

I keep reading where some are talking about a circuit. Is there a certain circuit to follow? If so what is it? Do you have to do everything on the circuit everytime?

I have so many questions and don't want to hurt myself or break a machine. I promise to try and not overwhelm y'all with questions.

Thank you for your patience

I suggest talking to the management at the gym. They should walk you through the machines and should give a general outline for what to machines to use to reach your goals. It is also important that they show you how to use the machines correctly so that you don't hurt yourself.

[randrum]

Dapper is right. It is a good idea to talk to the gym staff about how each machine is used so that you use it properly. They may also be able to give advice as to where to start.

Personally, I usually lift, when healthy, 2-3 times a week. And I tend to focus on muscle groups. Upper body (chest, arms, shoulders, and back) and lower body (legs & abs). I use a combination of free weights and machines.

Occasionally I'll throw in a circuit for variety. I go to Planet Fitness and they have a 30 minute express circuit that makes it easy.

[TL1]

I really don't think I'm anywhere near ready for the punching bag. Maybe later on yes. Thanks for the advice

Lol I was just saying what I like to do. Guess I should be more specific! :)

[easygoingfemme]

Randrum

I am assuming here that you are talking about free weights. If your not then please explain to me which machine. The gym I belong to has so many machines I have NO clue where to start or how to even use them.

I keep reading where some are talking about a circuit. Is there a certain circuit to follow? If so what is it? Do you have to do everything on the circuit everytime?

I have so many questions and don't want to hurt myself or break a machine. I promise to try and not overwhelm y'all with questions.

Thank you for your patience

Absolutely talk to staff at your gym. They should actually be requiring that you get a "how to" on all equipment before using- (wishful thinking) But you could really hurt yourself or just not get an effective workout if you wing it. They should also be able to answer your questions about how much to start with.

Work break for me around 2pm and will be using the rowing machine. Then back to work until late tonight so that will be it for me- but that's okay.

[Gemme]

Ok I have a question for all of you who have been excerising on a regular basis. I have NO idea where to start on the strength training. How many reps I should do and how often should I increase the reps?

Any and all help is greatly appreciated. Thank you for all the support I have gotten for y'all already.

Here's an answer direct from a personal trainer. 12 to 15 is the magic range for reps (repetitions) in each set. The weight should be heavy enough that you feel the work it takes but not so heavy that you can't bang out 12 to 15 in good form. If your form is suffering, then you need to drop the weight.

Personally, I stick with 12 reps per set. When my trainer trains me, he has me do 15 reps per set.

Randrum

I am assuming here that you are talking about free weights. If your not then please explain to me which machine. The gym I belong to has so many machines I have NO clue where to start or how to even use them.

I keep reading where some are talking about a circuit. Is there a certain circuit to follow? If so what is it? Do you have to do everything on the circuit everytime?

I have so many questions and don't want to hurt myself or break a machine. I promise to try and not overwhelm y'all with questions.

Thank you for your patience

The circuit is a designated section where you can get a full body workout of the major muscle groups in a reasonable amount of time (usually 30 minutes or so). For PF, like Randrum goes to, there is a traffic light. When the light turns green, you start your lifting and when the light turns red, you wipe the machine down and move on to the next machine in the circuit. I usually ignore the lights (unless it's crowded and then I'll obey the rules out of time consideration for the other gym goers) and do 2 to 3 sets of 12 reps for each machine.

You can hop in and out of the circuit as you please. It's your body, your workout so it's up to you how you do it.

That's a fair question about breaking the machines. Most of them you shouldn't have any worries about but those that can be mounted may have a weight limit on them.

Injury is a definite concern. It's very easy to hurt yourself if you use improper form and/or lift too much weight too fast.

I suggest talking to the management at the gym. They should walk you through the machines and should give a general outline for what to machines to use to reach your goals. It is also important that they show you how to use the machines correctly so that you don't hurt yourself.

This is an excellent suggestion. Also, some gyms will offer one free training session or a free orientation to familiarize you with the machines. If yours does, take advantage of it. If not, it could be worth your while to pay for one training session to get you started. If you do that, make it very clear that you are a beginner and are not positive of how much weight would work for you.

Dapper is right. It is a good idea to talk to the gym staff about how each machine is used so that you use it properly. They may also be able to give advice as to where to start.

Personally, I usually lift, when healthy, 2-3 times a week. And I tend to focus on muscle groups. Upper body (chest, arms, shoulders, and back) and lower body (legs & abs). I use a combination of free weights and machines.

Occasionally I'll throw in a circuit for variety. I go to Planet Fitness and they have a 30 minute express circuit that makes it easy.

I lift differently than Randrum. Nothing wrong with that; it's our individual bodies with individual issues, obstacles and goals, so we're bound to go about things differently.

Abs can be worked more often than other muscle groups as they heal faster, so when I'm in a routine, I'll work my abs every day. I just work different parts of them on different days. For example, upper and lower abs one day and obliques (sides) the following day.

Give yourself at least 48 hours between working out the same muscle groups. If you work your lower body (quads, hammies, glutes, hips) on Monday, don't work them again until Wednesday at the earliest. Give yourself more time at first because your body's not used to regular training. You may want to start with one day for upper body and one day for lower body each week for a couple of weeks and then add in one more day the third week.

One of my programs was upper body (chest, triceps, biceps, back, shoulders) on day 1, cardio on day 2, training lower body on day 3, cardio on day 4. Rest day then repeat.

One of the simplest and cheapest things you can do for yourself is to watch youtube videos of beginner weight training videos. If you want to start at home, go to Walmart or a discount store and get yourself some resistance bands and free weights. You can do those workouts at home if you are shy about the gym or if you can't make it to the gym one day or night but want to get some work in. You can do simple lifting while watching TV.

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[Gemme]

Today was rough. The :cat: didn't let me get hardly any sleep so I was sluggish when the alarm went off, I didn't anticipate the ice on the car so I had to scrape that off and I wound up a smidge late to my training session. I had to do a bunch of jumping jacks in the back of the bathroom to warm up. lol I didn't realize someone was drying off in the showers and scared her and she startled me when she pulled back the curtain. That's one way to get my cardio, right?

30 minute training session. I'm not positive of the proper name of all of machines and exercises but this is what happened to my body:

machine: worked back, quads, glutes, hammies
free weights: bent over row
repeat
machine: core twists
machine: triceps dip
repeat
free weights: bicep curl combo with forearm twist
core twists
repeat
bicep curl combo
machine: shoulder pull back
repeat
machine: worked back, quads, glutes, hammies
triceps
planks

I suspect I forgot something but that's the gist of it. Around the 12 minute mark is when the sweat really kicks in.

I followed that up with 35 minutes on the recumbent bike.

Precor 846i, cross training program

150 cal, 5.85 mi

Got lucky and found the cardio room dark and empty so I stretched in there.

[nycfem]

Yesterday: 1.5 hour walk in the park with my brother, leisurely

Today: 30 min stair master, manual 2-4

Strength training is my favorite part of exercise because it's the most energizing and the most results oriented imo. I do all free weights, lifting and calf strap-ons (no giggling), always two sets of 15 (my own preference).

Forgot to add: also love using medicine balls (lots of ideas on that available on the Internet).

[Kelt]

Yesterday: 1.5 hour walk in the park with my brother, leisurely

Today: 30 min stair master, manual 2-4

Strength training is my favorite part of exercise because it's the most energizing and the most results oriented imo. I do all free weights, lifting and calf strap-ons (no giggling), always two sets of 15 (my own preference).

Forgot to add: also love using medicine balls (lots of ideas on that available on the Internet).

:giggle:'s Anyway

[easygoingfemme]

There was no time to exercise today and there might well be no time tomorrow. But it's okay. A lot of my exercise right now is focused on loosening up/breaking up scar tissue in my chest and sides and I know I need to give muscles time to heal between exercise days. I'm content with my endurance and muscular strength for right now. I tried to remember to roll back my shoulders and stretch a lot today between things.

[Rockinonahigh]

I had to go to my chiro appointment, then pay some bills then off the grocery to pick up a few things. This time I didn't use the handy cap buggy I walked the store nice and easy, not the normal stuff but enough I was tired when I got home.

[Gemme]

This is my last day off for several days so my gym visits may get sporadic during this time. I wanted to do a really good workout today but the :cat: had other ideas and when the alarm went off, I wasn't as refreshed as I hoped to be so it wound up being a standard workout.

Precor EFX 576i elliptical
315.1 cal, 2.53 mi, 35:00 min

For some reason, I felt a twinge in my left knee. This is the knee that goes first if either of them is going to go, so maybe I'll stay off the ellipticals for a little while when I do make it to the gym.

I stretched good afterwards and got spin-pimped in the locker room. A lady introduced herself to me and asked if I was new, et cetera, general chit chat, more et cetera and then she asked if I'd taken any of the spin classes. Ten minutes later, I was able to extract myself. I'm not saying she wasn't nice, because she was, and I'm not saying her information wasn't sound, because it was. I'm just saying I've never been spin-pimped before and I'm not sure if I like it or not.

:blink:

[Fancy]

Now that winter is finally getting to the Northeast I'm taking my activities indoors. I wouldn't call it a New Year's resolution, but I do need a regimen to keep me disciplined and active.

Regimen includes alternating cardio and weights - 6 days a week going forward. Short term plan - 2 months of this and then switch it up.

Tues - Spinning class 1 hour
Wed - Weights (will detail this later on a weight day)
Today - Treadmill - inclines and intervals 30 min
Tomorrow - Weights

Gemme - your posts are a wealth of knowledge - thank you! I was spin-pimped and now I'm into it 1 day a week. LOL

[angelface]

On the 5x5 stronglift programme mixed with HIIT cycling. Sore the first week but already seeing improvements all over.

[nycfem]

45 min. stairmaster 2.5 floors per minute, levels 2 through 4, 350 cal, 115 floors
15 min. stretching and light light leg/ab work

I go after work and was EXHAUSTED after work but I made it there, and the exercise reinvigorated me.

[nycfem]

Hey, friends,

Today I did a 1.5 hour walk in the park with my friend, Hope. She's my cat sitter and my old college roommate. I told her to come over after her morning pilates class, and then when she came over, I was still laying in bed in my jammies with BB. She petted the cats while I got ready. I kind of turned her into a drill sergeant without the yelling. I asked if she minded that I'd arranged for her to be the catalyst that got me out of bed, and she said she didn't. So... more power to me.

This afternoon I went to the gym and did half an hour on the stair master, 2.5 floors per minute, 88 floors, levels 2-4, 270 calories. I'm still watching Making a Murderer on Netflix. I really enjoyed watching Season 2 of Transparent. I loved it!

[Gemme]

I dragged myself out into it today and had an okay workout. I didn't feel super pumped or excited about it, but it was good.

Concept 2 rower
113 cal, 2189 meters, 12:00 min

I tried a fitness program but apparently it only runs for two minutes despite the display that shows peaks across the screen.

Fitness Test
4.5 cal, .25 mi, 2:00 min

That was a bust.

Precor 846i recumbent bike
111 cal, 3.75 mi, 20:00 min

Finally, I hopped onto a treadmill to stretch out the legs.

Technogym ?
22 cal, .21 mi, 6:00 min

I stretched and it was pouring cats, dogs and an aardvark when I left.

[nycfem]

I had a nice work-out at the gym today. I did 30 minutes on the StairMaster, 94 floors, levels 2-4, 290 calories, 2.5 floors per minute. Then 30 minutes of yoga, stretching, and weight lifting, and ab/leg exercises. Those last 30 minutes were especially relaxing. It was a cold and rainy night outside and somehow a breeze was coming into the gym, and it felt kind of magical.

[Kelt]

I had a nice work-out at the gym today. I did 30 minutes on the StairMaster, 94 floors, levels 2-4, 290 calories, 2.5 floors per minute. Then 30 minutes of yoga, stretching, and weight lifting, and ab/leg exercises. Those last 30 minutes were especially relaxing. It was a cold and rainy night outside and somehow a breeze was coming into the gym, and it felt kind of magical.

One thing's for sure, you'll never get trapped in burning building. :blink:

Dang girl, that's a lotta stairs!

[nycfem]

I had a really stressful day, a bunch of life stresses hitting me at once. I decided to get to the gym and "work it out" ;). It did actually feel good. Today: 30 minutes StairMaster, Levels 2-4, 89 floors, 270 cal., 2.7 floors per minute. Then: 30 minutes floor exercises (legs, light abs), weight lifting, stretching, and yoga. Again there was that nice cool night breeze coming from outside, making me feel extra zen :)

[Fancy]

Weights during lunch break - weight amounts written in my journal at the gym, but basically 3 sets / 10 reps each increase weight with each set.
Leg press
Leg extensions
Bicep curl
Tricep pushdown
Seated Row
Crunches

Had to take chest press and lat pulldown off my routine because of a rotator cuff issue. Still working to get mobility back first before adding weight.

Felt kinda too easy today. But I'm not sure if it would be better to increase weight or reps at this point.

[easygoingfemme]

Trying to block out time later- should be on the rowing machine for 3-4 miles. Yesterday and the day before I exercised too late in the day- after 9pm- and it made me too wired for sleeping...:|

[Gemme]

Good workout this morning, exercisers!

I hit the Precor EFX576i elliptical and went to town.

325.1 cal, 2.58 mi, 4460 strides, 35:00 min

Then I stretched on the mat, made a couple of appointments with my trainer and left.

While I was there, a woman climbed up on the elliptical next to me and apparently had some sort of a sneezing issue. She kept sneezing tiny, cute little sneezes. I said 'bless you' after the first few but gave up after the 4th or 5th one. Maybe she has some sort of exercise induced sneezing fits.

Like this:

HGl8FvzAwvc

Not like this:

Mj3aRxlZcnk

And this is just for fun:

dnn-4goA7j8

[nycfem]

Today I took a two hour walk by the river with my brother Dave, his husband Jan, and our friend Eli... All some of my favorite people.

Then I went to the gym and did 30 minutes on the stair master, levels 2-4, 270 cal., 88 floors, 2.6 floors per minute. Then I did 30 minutes of floor exercises: abs, weight lifting, stretching.

The last half of my gym work-out was extra special because it was a Saturday night so it was pretty empty so it was just music, city lights out the window in the dark, and a reflection for a mirror when lifting weights. It made me feel so peaceful.

[DapperButch]

<Gemme sneezing post>

Back in the day, when Mr. Potato :dog: was living with his sister, one would sneeze, and then the other would sneeze, and then the first would sneeze, repeat.

Now, Mr. Potato sneezes, then I fake sneeze, then he sneezes, repeat.

This actually happened today, minutes before I hit the elipitical, and then he hit the treadmill (I only have one inside extension cord).

Mr Potato :dog: 18 minutes, .9 miles per hour.

Mr. DapperButch, 30 minutes, 400 calories burned.

Two bachelors, but happy.

[Kätzchen]

I walked quite a bit today, for probably about 4 hours, before I went to my Al-anon meeting. I'm guessing that I walked about 3 or 4 miles, just sorting out things in my mind, kind of wandering, while window shopping, between lots of the downtown area at home.

As far as gym type of work outs, I've actually got a pass to work out at an gym that we have on campus. I go about three times a month, which isn't often, but when I do go, I usually sit in on a group yoga class, then do some additional stretches on my yoga mat. I tried the recumbent bicycle thingy and I didn't last too long. Mostly because I would rather just go for a long walk around town, like I did today, and stop off for treats at a bistro or cafe. :blush:

One thing I plan to work into my exercise rituals is to sign up for swimming yoga..... or is it called water ballet? I love to swim and I hope to add that kind of exercise to my cachet of activities, as soon as the weather improves.

I have been cautious with types of exercise lately because I gave not felt too good lately --- sometimes exercise helps me to deal with stressful life stuff and yet other times it stresses me out more if I exercise too much. I have noticed though that if I make a concentrated effort to breathe deeply while exercising that it helps with lowering my stress levels.

[nycfem]

I repeated the scenario from last week. My cat sitter/old college roommate/Hope came by after her pilates class, so thus I got up and got dressed, and we walked for an hour in Central Park. Then she wisely went on her way, while I stayed and got lost in a sleet storm (Well, that part didn't happen last week.). Story of my life!

[easygoingfemme]

A good tug-o-war walk with the 100 lb dog.
4 miles rowing.

[Soon]

Finally been back to the treadmill this week. Fourth time today of about 40 minutes. I've been putting it on a healthy incline too! I hope to keep it up now that I've gotten over the barrier of actually starting again!

[Gemme]

For those thinking about getting or updating their fitness trackers, here (http://www.aol.com/article/2016/01/08/the-12-best-fitness-trackers-in-2016/21294034/?icid=maing-grid7%7Cmain5%7Cdl31%7Csec1_lnk2%26pLid%3D-57900769) are 2016's best gadgets.

[nycfem]

Off work today so was able to get a nice work-out in: 1 hr 15 min on the stair master,level 3, 565 cal., 182 floors, 2.4 floors per minute. Then 15 minutes of weight lifting and ab/leg exercises.

For those thinking about getting or updating their fitness trackers, here (http://www.aol.com/article/2016/01/08/the-12-best-fitness-trackers-in-2016/21294034/?icid=maing-grid7%7Cmain5%7Cdl31%7Csec1_lnk2%26pLid%3D-57900769) are 2016's best gadgets.

So what does everyone use or recommend? I used a fitbit for about a week and while it was interesting to see how many steps I took, it just felt like another thing to charge. Maybe I'll go back to it at some point.

[Gemme]

I got to shovel snow today.

wee

I also set a training appointment for 6 something tomorrow morning.

Why, oh why, did I do that?

My next appointment after that is for Saturday and we're scheduled for several inches of snow so I'm thinking that one won't happen. My lil car is a Southern car. Neither she nor I enjoy driving in the snow. People are stupid and careless here.

[Gemme]

Brrrr...it was chilly going this morning!

But I did it anyway.

I warmed up on an elliptical for a couple of minutes (16 cal, .09 mi) and then had a 30 minute torture session.....er, I mean I had a personal training session.

:blink:

I did get him to stop with the damn cables for core work. I felt it was too easy for me to do it incorrectly plus I just don't like that exercise.

Medicine ball twists and planks are far more my style anyway.

After that, I spent some time on another elliptical and then stretched in the dark dance room. Sooo relaxing.

Precor EFX576i, total body program.

163.7 cal, 1.37 mi, 20:00 min

I've showered, eaten, did some chores and stretched some more but I can definitely feel my workout in my shoulders right now. I'm not going to bed without taking a couple of Aleve if I expect to move in the morning. I've got to haul some 50lb bags around tomorrow too.

yipee

[Fancy]

Off work today so was able to get a nice work-out in: 1 hr 15 min on the stair master,level 3, 565 cal., 182 floors, 2.4 floors per minute. Then 15 minutes of weight lifting and ab/leg exercises.



So what does everyone use or recommend? I used a fitbit for about a week and while it was interesting to see how many steps I took, it just felt like another thing to charge. Maybe I'll go back to it at some point.

I've gone through a love/hate relationship with my fitbit Charge HR(I affectionately call it the fit-bitch or nit-wit). I like tracking the heart rate on my workouts and over time so I can see progress with peak and sustained workout HR. Not sure if that's worth a hill of beans, but I like tracking it. My mom and I have steps challenges and she kicks my butt in steps, but I walk more flights of stairs 10-fold. Overall, it's been a decent motivator for both of us. It also helped me make my sleep patterns more consistent for better energy and mood.

Just my .02. I'd love to hear about other gadgets, too and what folks like most about them.

[Gemme]

Turns out my local Sam's Club is closing for good soon. This is where I get my ice melt from so I picked some bags up today while I was there. That is to be known as workout #2 aka eat my shorts, you stupid bags of grainy crap.

:blink:

[nycfem]

what does it tell you about your sleep? how does that element work?

I've gone through a love/hate relationship with my fitbit Charge HR(I affectionately call it the fit-bitch or nit-wit). I like tracking the heart rate on my workouts and over time so I can see progress with peak and sustained workout HR. Not sure if that's worth a hill of beans, but I like tracking it. My mom and I have steps challenges and she kicks my butt in steps, but I walk more flights of stairs 10-fold. Overall, it's been a decent motivator for both of us. It also helped me make my sleep patterns more consistent for better energy and mood.

Just my .02. I'd love to hear about other gadgets, too and what folks like most about them.

[nycfem]

I was sooo tired after work but made it into the gym: Stairmaster 45 minutes, level 3, 350 cal, 113 floors, 2.4 floors per minute. Followed by: 15 minutes stretching and light ab/leg exercises on the mat.

[easygoingfemme]

4 mile row. And I think I spent half the shivering. I'm considering that exercise. It's flippin' freezing and windy and crazy here!

[Fancy]

what does it tell you about your sleep? how does that element work?

I think it's based on heart rate decrease and movement, but once I sync it with the app on my phone it shows a graph of what time I go to sleep, restless or awake periods throughout the night, how long I sleep, and when I wake. It's pretty generic information I think.

So based on that info, I've set a "bedtime" routine to be more consistent, and also tried to get in a consistent amount of sleep each night. Sometimes that's easier said than done. But I do notice a difference in my daily energy and mood when I'm more consistent with sleep.

Before this nit-wit I never would have suspected that that would have an impact. :)

The downside - is that when I roll over in bed, if the little light/sensor thingie is not firm on my wrist the darn thing shines in my eye and wakes me up.

[Gemme]

There's a contraption that will monitor your sleeping patterns and will wake you at the lightest part of your REM, making you less groggy and more energetic during the day.

Sleep is definitely the first step to making it safely (and without committing any felonies) through the next day.

[TL1]

I'm gonna be stuck at home today.

So I'll be turning up some loud fast music and going to town on the punching bag.
Will do push-ups too.
And sit ups.

(Undecided what else)

[Fancy]

Upper body workout is still off limits, so today will be lower body and some core after PT. It will be a good day.

[randrum]

Has anyone used a Bowflex Treadclimber or Max trainer? I'm debating buying one of them and just not sure which one I want. Thought I'd see if any of you had opinions.

[Gemme]

Has anyone used a Bowflex Treadclimber or Max trainer? I'm debating buying one of them and just not sure which one I want. Thought I'd see if any of you had opinions.

Nope. Have you already compared reviews on Amazon, Google and Yelp?

[DapperButch]

Nope. Have you already compared reviews on Amazon, Google and Yelp?

AND consumer reports if you have a membership?

[Gemme]

I got a quick workout in today since there's no way I'm getting to the gym tomorrow morning and no guarantee they'd be open anyway.

Precor EFX576i
total body program

235.2 cal, 1.85 mi, 3282 strides, 25:00 min

[Gemme]

I've been shoveling for 3 days straight, so I only wanted to do a chill, barely there cardio workout today.

I hopped on an elliptical (with no moving arms) and was 3-4 minutes into my program when my trainer approached me. He had a spot open and he asked if I wanted to fit a session in. I was going to ask him about filling in tomorrow so I figured, what the Hell.

:blink:

Oy.

I agreed with the caveat to not work the arms too bad as my forearms are still tender so I hopped off the elliptical and we got to work.

Precor EFX546i, manual program
69.6 cal, .54 mi, 7.10 min

Satan, er I mean, my trainer had me working my core and legs. Medicine ball twists and reverse toe touches, planks from Hell (alternating lifting one leg for 3 second intervals), step ups with a 10lb weight lifted overhead and alternating starting legs, leg presses, a machine that reminds me of a cockpit that makes your quads cry and regular planks. Mix those all up and do them again. And again. And again. Rinse, lather, repeat. Rinse, lather, repeat.

I got my money's worth today, that's for sure. I stretched for about 10 minutes after that and left.

I decided to weigh myself after I got home (had done so before I left) and found that, even with all the water I had, I still sweated off almost a pound.

:weightlifter:

[Gemme]

I'm still sore from yesterday's workout so I took today 'off'. I did wind up painting for about 2 hours. Well, most of the time was spent moving stuff around and getting up and down on the ladder but that counts too.

[Fancy]

Still no training that involves my shoulder (back for imaging next week), so made productive use of my time by warming up with intervals on the dreadmill, and then another 45 min of leg press 12 reps x 3 sets 180lb, calf press 12 reps x 2 sets 180lbs, leg curls 12 reps x 3 sets 55lbs, leg extensions 12 reps x 3 sets 55lbs, abs 12 reps x 4 sets. And so far...36 flights of stairs today.

Feeling good!

[Gemme]

My trainer doesn't normally do Sundays but since football is over for him, he scheduled me a 9am session. I hope I can get a 7am next time because that really put a kink in my plans, and not the fun kind.

I warmed up on a Technogym elliptical.

41 cal, .18 mi, 5:00 min

Then it was half an hour of nothing but upper body.

Oy.

I can already feel that this is going to mess me up for a couple of days.

I painted a wall this morning and am going to do the second coat after work today and I will be hurting sooooo bad by then. I might have to take one of my 800 mg ibuprofen horse pills tonight.

It's good, though. Change and progress are rarely comfortable.

[DapperButch]

:dog: and I did a bit.

Well it was a full workout for him. 20 minutes on his treadmill. I just did 40 mins on my eliptical. I always choose the muscle toner option.

All I am focused on is trying to get my metabolism up a bit. My back hurts while I am doing it too, so can't do it for too long (but, it is always hurting, so whatevs). I figure if I am just doing short amounts of time, I will be more likely to do it more regularly. Maybe.

You would think that since we were working out together, side by side on our machines, that :dog: would be a little less miserable about it. Nope.

What is sad is that usually when he sees me putting my sneakers on he knows we are going for a walk, so he runs to the door. With it being colder out, he is getting less long walks (thus, the treadmill). So, yesterday, for the first time, when I put on my sneakers and ran down the steps he didn't follow me...

I wish we didn't have all this snow because we could be doing our usual weekend hiking in the woods. He loves the trails, as do I.

I need to go to Walgreens or wherever it is you can get those Dr Scholls inserts. Walking on pavement for long periods of time really hurt my arches. Always have, but now it happens in less than 10 minutes. So, that cuts down on things outside too (when I can't do the dirt trails). This is only when I am walking at a quick pace for exercise.

Gemme, I continue to admire your strong commitment even though you are faced with pain every day!

[easygoingfemme]

Most all of my exercise for the past few days has been mental. Today I'm carving out time for getting on the rowing machine if nothing else. My body and brain need the energy outlet. It's almost warm enough that I'd go out on a bike ride but I don't have enough time for that...

[Gayandgray]

I wish I had someone to teach me powerlifting???? That is something I secretly always wanted to do but never looked into it. Not bodybuilding, powerlifting. Like Bev Francis back in the day!!!

[Gemme]

I need to go to Walgreens or wherever it is you can get those Dr Scholls inserts. Walking on pavement for long periods of time really hurt my arches. Always have, but now it happens in less than 10 minutes. So, that cuts down on things outside too (when I can't do the dirt trails). This is only when I am walking at a quick pace for exercise.

Gemme, I continue to admire your strong commitment even though you are faced with pain every day!

Not every day, thank goodness. It's gotten better but I do have my :twitch: days.

Walmart has them too, but they are ALWAYS out of the type it says I need (310s, I think, all I remember is that they are in the middle on the left when I look at the machine).

As expected, the shoulders are super sore tonight and I still have a coat of paint to slap on my wall. I should just go and get it done but I'm going to hem and haw and do it right before bed and then wish I'd done it sooner.

:blink:

[DapperButch]

:dog: and I walked for an hour at a good clip. Changed out my sneakers and arches were ok. I know I still need to get the inserts, though.

I think they have some sort of locator on their site for Dr. Scholls locations.

[Gemme]

I only hemmed and hawed for a while. The second coat is on the wall. We'll see how it looks tomorrow morning. That's over an hour of painting today as well.

My pecs are tight. I'm going to take some Emergen-C because I can feel something trying to start and I'll just hope that I can crawl out of bed tomorrow.

[SirenManda]

I started working out every other day since last Monday, cut all junk food, and started the slim fast diet. So far I've kept pretty focused on weight training, with light cardio once or twice a week. I'm down 3.1lbs from last week, I'm pretty sure the initial weight loss is associated with the lack of appetite due to slim fast, two or three days I literally ate just to get up to my daily calorie intake but I wasn't actually hungry. It's very different going from constantly hungry (I have PCOS) to not being as interested in fast food at all. Impressive start!

[~SweetCheeks~]

I got a 2 week guest pass at a local gym here so today was my first day and I realized just how little I know. I walk every day but I need to learn how to lift weights, and do some resistance training. I also will be trying the Aqua class tomorrow and maybe a spinning class. Trying not to overdue it as I am still healing from surgery. It feels so good to be able to actually exercise more than just walking.

[candy_coated_bitch]

I walked to the liquor store, and carried the heavy bottles all the way home. It was a killer! Lol

[SmoothButch]

Ran 3 miles on my treadmill.

[Gemme]

Yesterday, I opened and shut about 50 metal doors.

Felt GREAT with my aching shoulders and arms.

:blink:

[Chad]

I walked to the liquor store, and carried the heavy bottles all the way home. It was a killer! Lol

I can help you drink all that liquor. Haha!
:drunk:

[SmoothButch]

3 miles on the tmill

[Gemme]

Today's my day off but I will not be going to the gym this morning. One, I am a bit on the sick side and don't want to tax my system and two, the :cat: had medical issues this morning so I'm going to stick around and make sure he's okay.

I will get in a bit more painting before the end of the day and I'll be doing housework and moving some stuff around, so I'll still have some intentional movement, which is key.

The good news is that I've dropped about 4 pounds since I started with my trainer. This is with me still eating crap and candy and more than I should so that's very good news.

[~SweetCheeks~]

I have been going to the gym since Monday this week doing different machines and swimming laps and today I tried the water aerobics class and LOVED it! I will be going again tomorrow and Saturday. So I am doing an hour in the gym and an hour hike/ Fast walk along the trail by the lake by my house. I feel amazing.

[Gemme]

I canceled my training appointment today. Too much to do and I couldn't get an earlier one so I just went and did the elliptical myself.

I've been sick with a cold but I haven't felt sick, really. I have the symptoms but not the worn down, run down feeling, so I'm thankful for that. Hard to do manual labor shoveling and ice picking if you feel like crap.

All in all, it was a good start to the day.

EFX576i
222.2 cal, 1.98 mi, 3433 strides, 30:00 min

I didn't really stretch much but I think I'll be okay. I can always do a good stretch before bed.

I hopped on the ole scale after the workout and mid-breakfast. Two more pounds down. I think the weight training is what kicked my metabolism in the butt, so I'm glad I got back into it. As long as I use one day a week for the trainer, I think I can handle the rest on my own.

Hope everyone's doing well.

[SirenManda]

Today was the first day in over a year I was under 200lbs. I have been fighting it for years, and it's hard as hell with PCOS to lose weight. Counting calories, working out every other day, and avoiding eating when bored is working. Also got a FitBit this week to keep me motivated.

Keep at it, something will eventually hit and all of a sudden your losing it.

I am officially in Onederland.

[candy_coated_bitch]

I cleaned the snow off my car and did a little walking downtown after therapy. It counts!

[Gemme]

I shoveled snow.

[boioboi]

I rode my bike for 20 minutes and lifted weights.

[Gemme]

More shoveling. I'd say about 3 to 3.5 hours of it, total, throughout the day.

I'm too pooped to pot now but this could explain my recent drop in pounds.

:blink:

[Gemme]

I hit the gym this morning and did a quick workout on the recumbent bike.

123 cal, 5.2 mi, 22:00 min

I stretched my legs out with a finish on the treadmill.

31.7 cal, .33 mi, 8:00 min

[Rockinonahigh]

After the last round of knee shots I have slowly gotten better, that's good cause I really had my doubts the new shot would work. I haven't had pain for a week so the Doctor said I could start riding my recumbent bike easy a couple of times a day but if it starts to hurt that I feel I should stop do so then try again, If it keeps this up I hope I can get off the crutches and back on the cane before to long. Slow we go on the recovery with fingers crossed.

[SmoothButch]

3 miles on the treadmill.

[Gemme]

I'm totally jazzed from my workout this morning!

I hopped onto my favorite elliptical and did the total body interval program, which has you switch from pedaling forward, backward and from using your legs versus using your arms to pull the levers and basically run the show. It's a good workout.

So, I hopped on there and decided it was going to be a good workout. A 'good' workout for me means a 250+ calorie burn. I got started and about 8 minutes into my workout, one of the owners of the gym came over and hopped onto the elliptical next to me. We briefly chitchatted and I carried on.

This woman is amazing. Not only does she help run the gym but she does some of the spinning classes and is in excellent shape, so when she hopped up next to me I felt a natural blend of camaraderie and competition. It's just my competitive spirit. I have to equal or best the person immediately next to me. So she helped me keep with my goal of a 'good' workout and helped push me a bit. I say 'good' because, realistically, any workout is a good workout. Maybe I'll call it a better workout.

:thinking:

Anywho, I expected a minimum of 250 calories burned and I got that. I got a great workout in, I felt the burn of lactic acid (hate that feeling even when I know it can be a good thing) and I tore it up without tearing myself up.

Unlike the poor sucker who fell off the treadmill a little later. He definitely should have toned it down. He was okay, thankfully.

So, here's my stats:

329.8 cal, 2.66 mi, 4689 strides, 35:00 min including cool down

I stretched on the mat for a bit and then got out of there. Oh, and I set a trainer appointment for Saturday morning.

All's good in the health world for me. I'm starting to drop some pounds and getting some good workouts in at the gym and at work (hate shoveling snow but it's a hella good workout) and I'm feeling a bit more settled in my skin. It's hard to be okay, really and truly okay with yourself, when your skin doesn't fit right. You can take that literally or figuratively. It's all relative.

[randrum]

I did a mile run over the weekend. It told me that I really need to get back to the gym. This move is sort of wearing me down. I'm just ready to get settled so I can develop a solid routine that includes gym time.

[SmoothButch]

2 mile run today.

[JAGG]

Crossfit. Been doing it for 4 months now. I am totally addicted. It's intense and brutal and I love every second. I would list everything we did today but if you never did crossfit it would sound like Greek to you.

[Gemme]

I warmed up on the Precor 576i treadmill and walked for 15 minutes on the random program.

65.5 cal, .57 mi

Then I had a 30 minute training session for core and lower body. My trainer murdered me but it's a good kind of murder.

:weightlifter:

I've had a bad headache since last night but it's better now. Nothing like a weight workout to get the vessels open and pumping blood.

[Gemme]

Super good workout this morning, exercisers!

EFX576i elliptical

314.9 cal, 2.55 mi, 4350 strides, 35:00 min

Before I crawled up on the elliptical, my trainer came over and we discussed the last workout and we agreed that going forward, to do full body workouts each time. He said I needed to do more weighted workouts and I do but I only have so many sessions that I've paid for and I'm not paying for any more any time soon so I'll have to do it on my own. Unfortunately, I don't like their weight machines as much as I do other gyms. Looks like I'll be doing more free weights in the near future.

We scheduled my next session with him and as he was leaving and I was mounting the machine, I called to him that I always enjoyed scheduling my torture sessions with him. This cracked up the two ladies in front of me but they paid me back.

As one of them was walking away, the other called out that it was the wine coming out. For some reason, that made me smile. Then the one that called out to her friend hopped onto the treadmills behind me and was greeted by a guy who said, "Every time I see you, you're only doing cardio." to which she replied, "No, I was on one of those bikes earlier (recumbent bike)."

Um, still CARDIO. lol I put my head down and carried on but I had to smh at that comment.

Then, as I was stretching on the mat, I got Spinpimped by one of the owners of the gym who wants me to take her Spin class. One of her selling points was that it is in the dark so no one can see anyone else and all I can think of it, what happens when I have to pee during the class? How many people will I run into or trip over to get out the door? lol

Interesting people at the gym today, folks!

[Gemme]

Forgot to load this earlier:

March 3rd workout.

EFX576i elliptical, total body program
293.0 cal, 2.46 mi, 35:00 min

I followed it with some stretching in a dark room. Bliss.

I decided to forego my workout this morning. I have to get to work early today and I just didn't feel like it, so there.

:byebye:

[Rockinonahigh]

I canceled my training appointment today. Too much to do and I couldn't get an earlier one so I just went and did the elliptical myself.

I've been sick with a cold but I haven't felt sick, really. I have the symptoms but not the worn down, run down feeling, so I'm thankful for that. Hard to do manual labor shoveling and ice picking if you feel like crap.

All in all, it was a good start to the day.

EFX576i
222.2 cal, 1.98 mi, 3433 strides, 30:00 min

I didn't really stretch much but I think I'll be okay. I can always do a good stretch before bed.

I hopped on the ole scale after the workout and mid-breakfast. Two more pounds down. I think the weight training is what kicked my metabolism in the butt, so I'm glad I got back into it. As long as I use one day a week for the trainer, I think I can handle the rest on my own.

Hope everyone's doing well.


I have an epplitical I don't even use, to bad you cant come and get the thing cause I would give it to you, I never have been able to do much on it cause of my back. In fact I would give it to someone to just come get it.

[Gayandgray]

Not much to talk about BUT at least today I made the effort and got out my mat and did something! Gonna take it slow and pace myself.........

[Gemme]

I've been standing almost all day. More calorie burn but my back aches now. Oy.

[cinnamongrrl]

Cleaning this morning for work....more when I came home....then a very nice hike on a new trail...lots of uphill...

I can't wait to go back when I have more sunlight...

[Gemme]

This morning, I woke up with a seriously aching hip so even though I didn't plan to, I went to the gym. Gotta keep the old bones, muscles and nerves working!

EFX576i elliptical, total body program.
265.1 cal, 2.17 mi, 3656 strides, 30:00 min

I stretched on the mat and left. I had a lot to do this morning!

[Sweet Bliss]

got up at 3am... walked the dogs.... fed all my girls, the goobers, had two cups of coffee.... went back to bed.

got up around 11am, breakfast at Waffle House, home, took a nap.

got up around 5pm, made light dinner for everyone, waiting for the new Walking Dead episode....

Then back to bed!!!! Bwahahahahahahaha!!!! :koolaid::jester::rubberducky:

ya been a rough day.

[Gayandgray]

So yesterday I decided to do a 30day Squats Challenge that I found on Pinterest! Day 1: 60 squats. Today is Day 2: 80 squats. I'm really feeling motivated for the first time in a loooooooong time, so I figure if I post here every day, it will help keep me accountable and keep my motivation up. And I really need some support!!! :koolaid::koolaid::koolaid:

[Gayandgray]

Today is Day 3: Rest day. So since I didn't have squats to do, I did 1/2 hour of Pilates.

[Gayandgray]

Day 4: 80 Squats. I actually did more since I was outside and did yard work and walked in the rain!!

[Gemme]

I felt miserable this morning but dragged myself to the gym anyway.

30 minutes on the Precor EFX576i elliptical using the total body program gave me these stats:

237.3 cal, 2.04 mi, 3215 strides

Besides feeling puny, the music was absolutely dreadful for working out. Yoga or stretching, sure, but not the workouts that I prefer.

I said something about it and the girl at the desk pulled up the program on one of the owner's phones and deleted it. They can't hear the music at the front desk and were as horrified as I was about the tunes. Luckily, all is well now.

[randrum]

I'm finally all cleared to work out again. So now I just need to find a gym where I live. I might start searching tomorrow. For now, I've been walking a lot with my dog.

I'm looking forward to the weather turning. I'm hoping I can use the lake for some morning swims this summer.

[nycfem]

Wow, folks, I have been sick for almost a full total of 2 months! Thus I literally have not exercised since Jan. 25, and I did not record that day on here so here goes:

StairMaster level 2.4, 45 minutes, 370 cal, 116 flights

Today I am back in the game! 2.5 hour walk in the park (Central Park and Riverside Park)

I'm not fully well but am pretty darn close. It's a really busy time in my life right now, but I'm hoping I can get back in the game.

In any case, it sure felt good today!

[Gemme]

Feel better soon, nyc!

I got into the gym this morning in preparation for the snow storm tonight and tomorrow.

Warm up consisted of 5 minutes of rowing. 48 cal, 949 meters

I followed that up with some light upper and lower body weight training.

Cool down was walking on the Precor 954i treadmill. 19.5 cal, .19 mi

Then I stretched and got out of there.

[Gayandgray]

Day 5: 100 Squats!! It was tough but I did them!! :seeingstars: I need to try to work on tomorrow's requirement (80) later tonight, because I have to take my spouse to doc appt. tomorrow morning out of town, then I work in the afternoon. So it might be a problem fitting them in. :|

[nycfem]

Today I took a one hour walk in Central Park by myself. It was in the 30's and started to snow towards the end. Happy Spring!

[Gayandgray]

Day 6: 80 Squats done!

[Gemme]

I did a little bit of shoveling snow this morning but not much; it started melting right away!

[Gayandgray]

Day7: rest day. So I did 1/2 hour of Pilates outside.

[Gemme]

I worked out this morning on the Precor EFX576i elliptical for 35 minutes. It was a really good workout!

308.9 cal, 2.52 mi, 4255 strides

This was followed by a couple of minutes on an ab machine and then some stretching.

[Gayandgray]

Day 8: 100 Squats!!!

[Gemme]

My abs are a little tender from my last workout. I like that feeling when it's a reminder and there's soreness but you're not so blitzed by pain that you can't breathe normally.

[easygoingfemme]

5k rowing
Walked the 100 lb dog :seeingstars:

[Gayandgray]

Day 9: 120 Squats :hangloose:

[easygoingfemme]

5k rowing
Walk with very hyper spring fever fueled 100 lb dog....:seeingstars::knighthorse:

[Gemme]

Day 9: 120 Squats :hangloose:

I can barely do 30 squats so 120 is a massive effort to me. Congrats!

When you are done with this challenge, will you move to the upper body or do you only work out your lower body?

[RockOn]

I danced a lot!

Yea, that's me alright ---> SUPERSTAR ;)

... in both Dollar General and the grocery store tonight ... *laughing* I could not help myself ... heard some good, really good songs from the 70s. Sweet Gladys with her Pips singing Don't Leave me This Way ... Smokey and his tag team The Miracles

Honestly, there were about 8 great songs and I was right there with it! So much fun! :)

[Gayandgray]

Day 10: Another 120 Squats. Thanks for the support, Gemme!! I'm trying to get back into working out regular like I did before when I lost all my weight. When I saw the Squats challenge on Pinterest I just said Hey I'm going for it!!!!!! Yes I'm thinking about looking for an upper body challenge when I'm all done. I also am hoping to jog on my rebounder again, I LOVED that. I used to jog on that sucker for an hour or two at a time and I really miss it. I'm going to get back in shape if it's the last thing I do!! :hangloose::hangloose:

[Gayandgray]

Day 11: Rest Day. And that's what I did today!! No working out for me, too much to do before work. But tomorrow is 140 squats so I need to rest today!!!:confused::confused:

[cinnamongrrl]

I've been putting more exercise in my life again. My dogs are a great motivator.

I've started doing a step workout with weights as well as walking at least 2 miles a day with the dogs. I also clean 3-6 hours a day for work... I say it counts.

[Gayandgray]

Day 12: 140 squats!!! Today was especially brutal!:| Maybe because I'm feeling kinda tired today? Or the dreary weather?? But I got it done anyway.....

[Gemme]

Maybe because it was one HUNDRED and FORTY freakin' squats?!?!?

:blink:

The gym was open for a few hours this morning so I hit it up.

Fifteen minutes on the EFX576i elliptical using the total body program.

133.6 cal, 1.08 mi, 1898 strides

Then I did some total body weight training and followed that up with ten minutes on the Precor 954i treadmill to cool down.

38.7 cal, .40 mi

I stretched and got some stretching help from one of the owners of the gym. Unsolicited but helpful, so I took it. Then I got the opportunity to pay it forward and gave some stretching advice to a young girl with a tight back. Heaven knows I know about back issues.

[Gayandgray]

Day 13: 150 squats!! I'm excited to finish out this month long challenge, then start an upper body one and also look into finding a gym. Gemme inspires me with her gym workouts! :hangloose: But it's got to be close to home, or I will be too lazy to drive and I will find all sorts of excuses not to go.

[Rockinonahigh]

Since my bad knee went nuts totally a few months ago I did regular workouts. Now since it has gone stinky bad I am reduced to easy exercises because of being on crutches had f'd up my back to the point I need to be really careful I don't make it worse...so easy as it can each day mostly upper body work as it takes a lot to move all of me on two sticks these days.

[Gayandgray]

Day 14: 160 squats. So it's been two whole weeks and I'm seeing no difference? In fact, I've gained weight:seeingstars: I'm sure my diet has a lot to do with it. I need to get it together.:seeingstars::seeingstars:

[Gemme]

Day 14: 160 squats. So it's been two whole weeks and I'm seeing no difference? In fact, I've gained weight:seeingstars: I'm sure my diet has a lot to do with it. I need to get it together.:seeingstars::seeingstars:

That's not unusual for two reasons:

1. you are building muscle and that's heavier than the jiggly stuff, especially at first
2. your appetite will spike for a while until your body gets accustomed to the regular exercise and then it will dip

That is, unless you are dipping into the pork rinds again. That will definitely knock you off track.

[Gayandgray]

That's not unusual for two reasons:

1. you are building muscle and that's heavier than the jiggly stuff, especially at first
2. your appetite will spike for a while until your body gets accustomed to the regular exercise and then it will dip

That is, unless you are dipping into the pork rinds again. That will definitely knock you off track.

Well......... I um, :blush: haven't been very good about following my low carb diet.:blush: And when I eat crap carbs I don't know what portion control is!!:blush: LOL!

[Gemme]

Well......... I um, :blush: haven't been very good about following my low carb diet.:blush: And when I eat crap carbs I don't know what portion control is!!:blush: LOL!

Busted! lol

That stuff is horrible for you says the person who ate 6 cookies with dinner tonight.

:giggle:

Keep trying. That's all you can do. Eventually your good decisions will outweigh the less than stellar ones.

[Gayandgray]

Day 15: Rest day. And I'm not going to do a darn thing but clean house and go to work.

[Gemme]

That's okay, slacker. I got this today. lol

Warm up: 15 minutes on the Concept 2 rower

133 cal, 2613 meters

Full body weight training

Cool down: 10 minutes stretching on the mat

[Gayandgray]

Day 16: 160 Squats

[Gemme]

I moved a lot of furniture and stuff around on Wednesday and GandG did squats so I decided not to do a darn thing today.

[Gayandgray]

Day 17: 170 Squats

[Gemme]

When does it stop? Will you be doing 2003 squats one day?

[Kelt]

Hay GandG, how about turning those into burpees, then you can lower the count.

Otherwise I think you're about to go supernova! :blink: