Did you exercise today? Group

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We are committed to exercising and sometimes it helps when you are responsible for telling others what exercise you did each day. This group is for those who wish commit to exercising everyday. Your computer won't blow up and all you'll get is encouragement if you don't meet your goal on any given day.

February 13th, 2012

Back

posted by phoibe on 7:33 pm

Hi all! I'm back after a very very long absence. And yes, I exercised today! I joined the Y down the block from my home and today I swam for 30 minutes. I then rewarded myself with 15 minutes in the dry sauna. My muscles enjoyed that! Anywho, good luck to everyone, I hope you all meet your goals!

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Did it

posted by JessyJean on 7:08 pm

Hike for 55 minutes
Kick boxing for 10 min
Walking for 25 min
 
Lifted some weights too go me 

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Company is great for a workout

posted by MJPeden on 5:06 pm

I did my first on my own weigh training session.  I have to admit I feel weird lifting weights around a bunch of guys.  I feel like some are staring at me and I know several of them had to be snickering at the tiny weights I was lifting compared to them.  But I made it through my workout, mostly.  Then decided to go upstairs for some cardio.  Almost left after a few min but was surprised by my dad showing up.  So it went from a 5 min workout to a 45 min workout.  Company is so much better!!!!

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Another day on my treadmill...

posted by pyaser on 4:58 pm

I walked for 30 min. on my treadmill, and later tonight I am going to try for another 30 min. but feeling good about it!

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Enjoyed my workout

posted by garlington on 4:25 pm

Good evening everyone.. I was able to do a complete workout before class.. I am feeling great and looking forward to doing it again tomorrow.. Everyone have a great night!!!

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New

posted by polly1956 on 3:41 pm

HI I'm new to this site.  I have been dieting & started water arobitics 3 weeks ago.  I have lost 8 lbs & about 8" over all.  Looking forward to hearing from others on how they are doing.  I need to lose on the hips & stomach any help would be greatly appreciated.  Good luck all & keep up the good work.  We can do this!!!!
 

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Nope

posted by ann003 on 11:59 am

I'm still quite sore from this weekend's workouts, so today's a rest day.  Aside from walking my dog later, I have nothing planned except for sitting in my massage chair.   

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Walking

posted by atrixa on 9:54 am

Workout got a bit interrupted today, but I still got plenty of walking done.

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Here we go.....again.

posted by palchesko on 8:13 am

I have been taking a kick-boxing class (that I love) for the past few weeks...but that is the only thing I have been doing.  I will go again tonight...but I am planning to add at least 3 additional work out days to my schedule....I am in a "Fitness Challenge" at work, and I haven't been doing all that great.  I have begun to track calories here, and I am hoping this group will help me to feel more accountable regarding exercise!!  :)

by ann003 on Feb 13, 2012 at 11:50 am

 I love kickboxing!  I can't do it more than twice a week though.  So. Sore.  Keep up the good work!

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New

posted by pyaser on 8:09 am

New here!! I am trying to keep myself motivated so I was reading all the post .. AND felt much better I am not alone. I have lost 10 lbs so far.. but now I have hit a plateau for about 4 days.. VERY frustrated. I been walking on the treadmill for about 20 min about 7 days a wk.  and about 3 days ago I changed it to 30 min.  but nothing has happen to me. Well, I am hoping that one of these mornings I will drop a few more lbs when I get on the weight scale. Thanks for listening to me vent!!

by JessyJean on Feb 13, 2012 at 12:14 pm

 4 days is not a plateau. Stop weighing yourself every day if you're going to get so down about things. Exercising means you build muscle and tone up too! This isn't going to show a loss in the scale it may even show a gain.
 
Stay positive and stick with it. You'll pull through.

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Dreading the treadmill this week.

posted by kandyrews on 7:38 am

Another new week means another week on the dreaded treadmill.  I'm bored with it now, it's gotten old.  I mean 5 pounds for a whole month of hard work and eating non-fun foods, no desserts or junk food.  It should be more.  What will this month be, anything?  I'm happy I lost something but it was hard work, no-fun foods, and a dedicated 5 days a week to it for just a measly 5 pounds.   I expected more, at least 8-10 pounds.  Well afterwhile, it'll be time to hit it once again, but I'm so not in the mood for it...dreading it badly, lack of motivation.

by palchesko on Feb 13, 2012 at 8:10 am

I have heard that your body "gets used to" exercises if you do that same one over and over...maybe try to change it up?  There is something to muscle confusion that helps with weight loss   good luck to you!!

by aa013943 on Feb 13, 2012 at 8:17 am

I agree that mixing it up is the key.  Not only to give you muscle confusion but to give yourself a break from boredom.  I've added a range of activities that I mix in during the week.  I mix it up every week but this week it looked like this....  Sunday is racquetball and weights, Monday is staionary bike and weights, Tuesday is volleyball and treadmill, Wednesday is basketball and stationary bike, Thursday is laps in the pool and weights, Friday is treadmill, Saturday is elliptical or some other machine and weights.  I know if I get bored I will stop doing it so I have to mix it up like this in order to stay on the program.  

by kandyrews on Feb 13, 2012 at 8:33 am

Unfortunately, I don't belong to a gym and don't play any sports.   I just have a treadmill in my home.  I try to mix it up by walking some days with an incline and other days doing walking with interval running.  I just try to change it up on the treadmill.  I could change up my weight routine some though.  I usually do the same workouts every week.  It just seems like my 30 minutes on the treadmill is so long, but the treadmill is all I have.  In the spring/summer it will be some better because I can get outside and walk/run with my dog.  I'm just not a cold weather person.  Thanks for the input ya'll.  

by kandyrews on Feb 13, 2012 at 10:05 am

I am happy to report that I did 35 minutes of walking on the treadmill at 3.0 which is fast for me and using inclines up to 6.0. Now for the weights.

by ann003 on Feb 13, 2012 at 11:47 am

 Maybe you could add wear wrist weights while you walk and get some curls and raises in.  That way you'll get in a little resistance training while you walk!

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got a beasting for an hour by my personal trainer - over 800 cals burned

posted by Cheese1980 on 7:18 am

Good job really considering I decided to have carrot cake for elevenses. With hot chocolate (no cream or marshmallows, but only because I don't like them not because I was being wellbehaved)

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Starting a new work out today

posted by MJPeden on 6:39 am

I've lifted weights in the past and had decent results so I'm hoping the same will happen this time.  I got a personal trainer at my gym and she helped me come up with a couple routines to work with.  I'm pretty optimistic about this and yet leary at the same time.  Nothing else I've been doing has provided any results.  Not to mention it puts me in the grunt room of my gym. ( I swear all the guys grunt with every rep they do no matter what it is) Testosterone central!!!! ;-)  Hope everyone had a wonderful weekend and are ready for an amazing week!

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Missed Yesterday

posted by garlington on 6:18 am

Good morning to all!! I hope everyone had a great weekend.. I forgot to post on yesterday.. Sunday is my designated day to rest from excercising.. I was having such a good time with my eldest son yesterday on his birthday that I honestly forgot to check in and post... I started an additional workout routine and I must admit that it is a definite challenge.. I am doing crunches and arm curls with 5lb weights... I have also stepped up my treadmill walking to 20 min and my speed to 3.0... Everyone have a Wonderful Monday!!!

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Elliptical

posted by brotherchris66 on 5:10 am

 I used a different machine today and the heart rate sensors were bad. I normally don't use them because I have a HRM that I wear for cardio. Unfortunately the batteries in the strap portion were deadand I chose the cardio setting that adjusts according to my heart rate. Let's just say I worked much harder than I normally do.

by JessyJean on Feb 13, 2012 at 12:15 pm

 That's a good thing right?  You survived!

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Getting geared up for Monday

posted by archairez on 2:45 am

 Its 2:44am and I am getting myself geared up for my 3:30am workout. Started out thinking I would take today off. But now, I am motivated!!!

by aa013943 on Feb 13, 2012 at 8:20 am

I bet the gym is empty at that time.  :-)

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Member Cals Fat Cholest Sodium Carbs Sugars Fiber Protein
Totals: 298,955 12,190g 55,854mg 517,628mg 44,924g 16,821g 5,304g 19,799g
Averages: 958 39g 179mg 1,659mg 144g 54g 17g 63g
Members Tracking:
312
Calorie Goal:
442,879
Calories Consumed:
379,930
Calories Burned:
80,975
Net Calories Consumed:
298,955 (143,924 under)
% of calories burned:
21.31%

February 12th, 2012

Eating Enough Matters too!

posted by exhilaratedxd on 9:42 pm

Did not have enough energy to push myself today---I think it's because I didn't eat enough to fuel myself. Basically had a regular breakfast with fruits, another morning snack, an apple for lunch, and then I didn't eat all day from 12 PM-8 PM (was busy with a group project). By that time, I was feeling ok but the level of intensity could not compare! So this is yet another lesson...gotta eat on time and eat normally!   
 
Today's workout:
Elliptical-30 min.
8 minute abs.  
 
Leg is still feeling stress, going to lay off the treadmill tomorrow too. Be careful and be healthy everyone! See you tomorrow!

by aa013943 on Feb 13, 2012 at 8:21 am

I try to have a few carbs before working out to give me something to burn.  That and the protein shake keep me energized.

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done

posted by aa013943 on 9:23 pm

Racquetball for two hours, and then weights and finally pushups at home.  I definitely worked muscles I haven't before because I can already feel the soreness. 

by garlington on Feb 13, 2012 at 6:21 am

I started crunches and let me tell you... soreness is not the word.. I am really out of shape!! When do you think the soreness will subside??

by aa013943 on Feb 13, 2012 at 8:25 am

I am a 2-day sore normally, so if I do something that causes me to ache I know I'm doing well and I know it will be worse on the 2nd day.  It's getting harder and harder for me to get that sore feeling now that I've been so active so I like it because it means I'm doing something right.  The quick stopping and starting and diving of racquetball and volleyball really worked muscles that the treadmill and weights don't.  I try to work other muscles for a couple days so by the 3rd day I'm fine.

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Day One

posted by shari81301 on 8:10 pm

Started exercising today.  Feels great! We appreciate the group. Anyone have a favorite online calarie counter?
 

by exhilaratedxd on Feb 12, 2012 at 9:45 pm

I love MyPlate! Plus it's right on this website too!

by archairez on Feb 13, 2012 at 5:09 am

 I also prefer MyPlate. The tool is pretty easy to use and helpful.

by kandyrews on Feb 13, 2012 at 7:41 am

I also prefer MyPlate.  It's easy to understand.

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Hiking to Mt Tam

posted by archairez on 7:21 pm

 I went hiking with my partner. We hiked for 2 hours -about 2 miles.

by JessyJean on Feb 12, 2012 at 8:12 pm

 Hiking seems to be the exercise of the day. Love the calories it burns! I carry a pack (9.4 oz with water) that adds to my calorie burn).
 
Hope you enjoyed your hike!

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Hike

posted by JessyJean on 5:06 pm

We did one again today. Myself, my Mom and My hubby. Not sure how far we went but we hiked for 1 hr and 45minutes  

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me, the dog, the husband...

posted by Cheese1980 on 1:56 am

...off for 10 miles hike. With BIG climbs. Whoop whoop. Now just to get husband out of bed... 

by JessyJean on Feb 12, 2012 at 6:52 am

 Enjoy your hike!

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Swimming today

posted by atrixa on 1:05 am

Decided to go for a nice long swim later, then use the hydro pool and the steam rooms :)

by exhilaratedxd on Feb 12, 2012 at 9:43 pm

Swimming is the best sport!!! It's so relaxing and you get your body moving---constantly! Hope you enjoyed it!

by exhilaratedxd on Feb 12, 2012 at 9:46 pm

Btw, what is a hydro pool?

by atrixa on Feb 13, 2012 at 2:45 am

Thanks, yeah I did, but I'm not a very strong swimmer, and I hope that'll improve. A hydropool is basically a glorfied jacuzzi.

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Member Cals Fat Cholest Sodium Carbs Sugars Fiber Protein
Totals: 222,659 9,210g 47,119mg 373,687mg 32,013g 11,197g 3,340g 13,615g
Averages: 1,012 42g 214mg 1,699mg 146g 51g 15g 62g
Members Tracking:
220
Calorie Goal:
318,366
Calories Consumed:
277,208
Calories Burned:
54,549
Net Calories Consumed:
222,659 (95,707 under)
% of calories burned:
19.68%

February 11th, 2012

Semi-rest Day

posted by exhilaratedxd on 11:57 pm

Hey everyone!
Today was difficult because my weekend was crammed with projects and group meetings to go to. I made it to the gym one hour before it closed! I didn't know people still worked out on a Saturday night, wow! Anyway, I wanted to get on the treadmill again but after 15 minutes my left leg started cramping so I knew I had to stop.
 
Today's workout:
Running-20 minutes
8 minute abs
 
I think I will take a break from running. Last time I felt this cramp on my leg I ignored it and it slowly turned into a horrible fracture. Not going to let that happen again. I'll keep going to the gym but probably use the bicycle and elliptical for a while until my leg feels strong again.
 
See you all tomorrow! :)

by harmonyinmylife on Feb 12, 2012 at 1:25 am

 Ouch! that sound like pain.  Its a shame as you have done so well, but you are right in taking a break, the last thing you want is a fracture and be out for weeks!  Hope it gets better soon.

by exhilaratedxd on Feb 12, 2012 at 9:47 pm

Thank you! It's pretty frustrating but definitely something to be serious about. Exercising, losing weight, and being healthy is all about having patience.

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Kickboxing

posted by ann003 on 8:23 pm

45 minutes and I was dying.  But it was fun! 

by exhilaratedxd on Feb 11, 2012 at 11:59 pm

I love kickboxing too!!! Stretch before and after though, it's a high impact sport and I've gotten injuries from it. Nonetheless, it's the funnest way to exercise in my opinion!

by ann003 on Feb 12, 2012 at 5:54 pm

 Ah, so sore!  But I did stretch afterwards and will do some stretching today.

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Rushing Home

posted by garlington on 8:03 pm

Came right in from work and jumped on the treadmill... I had no desire this morning to do the treadmill but I am grateful again for this group... Tomorrow I am officially off and I will celebrating with my son. He will be 27 and I am so proud to call him my eldest son.. Love you LOUIS!!!.. Everyone have a great evening!!!

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Yay for good weather!!!

posted by MJPeden on 6:18 pm

I got in a good work out today.  I spent 30 on the elliptical and then tortured myself with 30 min on the treadmill at a 10% incline.  Then followed with a 45 min walk at thousand acres with the dogs.  Gotta love the energy of my four-legged children.  And today was a balmy 50 degrees with no wind. 

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Back to exercise

posted by jdmomof6 on 4:15 pm

I'm just getting back into my routine after an ugly break during a very busy November - January.  It's amazing how quickly I seem to have lost some of my stamina - but I know I can pick it back up! I've been on livestrong for a year and I've lost 75 pounds - working on the last 25!!!  Exercise is my key!!

by jdmomof6 on Feb 11, 2012 at 4:19 pm

moffetpriddey - I can't get the link below your post to work for me - but yes - I think you are being too hard on yourself. Your body needs to recover from being sick. I'm absolutely not an expert - so I could be WAY off base!  I admit that I've worked out when I've been sick - but not with the intensity that I normally would - so my body could still fight the illness.

by exhilaratedxd on Feb 11, 2012 at 11:59 pm

Wow, you are an inspiration! Welcome back and can't wait to hear about your progress!

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I\'ve been sick...

posted by moffettpriddy on 3:56 pm

I am fairly new to Livestrong.com (2nd week).  I have been working out and watching what I eat, I have been seeing results.  I had gotten into such a great workout routine UNTIL I got strep throat this week (I'm a kindergarten teacher-- danger of the job!).  I couldn't work out Thursday or Friday both because I was exhausted and contagious.  Today, however, I was able to re-enter the world and went for a 40 minute walk with friends this morning and then went to the gym.  I was hoping to do 45 minutes of strength circuits, but was only able to do 20 before feeling exhausted.  I am conflicted on whether to be happy that I was able to work out at all today or feel like I failed because I didn't do everything I wanted.  Am I being too hard on myself?  

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Wow! Finally partners to hold me accountable

posted by Moknowspromo on 1:36 pm

 This is just what I needed. A group to help me hold myslef accountable. 
 

by JessyJean on Feb 11, 2012 at 2:11 pm

 Welcome!

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Im new

posted by cjones61985 on 11:48 am

HI :)

by JessyJean on Feb 11, 2012 at 2:10 pm

 hello 

by MiAhi on Feb 11, 2012 at 2:10 pm

Hi! :) 

by MiAhi on Feb 11, 2012 at 2:10 pm

Hi! :) 

by brotherchris66 on Feb 11, 2012 at 4:20 pm

 Howdy!

by ann003 on Feb 11, 2012 at 8:21 pm

 Hi!
 

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winner winner

posted by JessyJean on 9:57 am

1 hr 47 min hiking 3.7 miles. Woohoo 

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Nothing seems to work!!!!!

posted by MJPeden on 9:51 am

Hi there, I'm new on here and am having a huge challange.  I work out probably 5 days a week, never go over my calories but still can't seem to lose any weight.  And my measurements are the same.  For awhile I would be on the treadmill for about an hour, keeping my heart rate in the 85% zone.  Then I started lifting some weights along with my cardio.  I switch from the teadmill to an elliptical and keep things new and different.  But nothing is working.  My body fat percentage is still the same.  Arrgggg!  It's making it hard to want to keep doing this! I don't want to give up because I really want to lose weight, but obviously something needs to change.  I'm so frustrated right now. Any fabulous ideas?

by Cheese1980 on Feb 11, 2012 at 10:39 am

 you might not be eating enough? Your body can only sustain a certain calorie deficit, so if you don't eat enough calories it goes into starvation mode and you end up keeping all your weight and fat etc. Hard to say without seeing what you are eating

by brotherchris66 on Feb 11, 2012 at 12:47 pm

 Mj, I'm with Cheese on this one. Up your calories by 200 per day and see what happens next week. You might also want to look at how your macro nutrients are divided up. Look at increasing protein if it comes out to less than 40% of your total calories. Make sure to give any change a week.

by MJPeden on Feb 11, 2012 at 4:25 pm

Thanks for the feedback.  It seems weird to me, but you could be right.  I hadn't figured out how to add my exercise in until yesterday. With all that I do it's a little scary how few calories I end up consuming.  Yesterday turned out to be about 600 calories.  So far today I've had 2 meals and a snack and I still haven't hit zero.  If that makes any sense.  I will say, it's harder fore me to get that amount of protein without consuming a lot of carbs. I'm a very strict vegetarian.

by Cheese1980 on Feb 12, 2012 at 1:53 am

 you need to really plan your protein intake then. Are you vegan (ie no dairy or eggs either)? If so, LOTS of tofu and nuts!! Please keep an eye on it - no scare stories, but my veggie friend took up running (runs miles per day, super fit) but ended up anaemic because of insufficient iron and protein intake, and her hair started falling out. She now eats meat once or twice a week. I know it's an extreme example, but let's try to avoid!

by kandyrews on Feb 13, 2012 at 7:49 am

I am having a similar problem, but I am losing something.  I lost weight in my first month, but only 5 pounds.  I expected much more becasuse like you I get on the treadmill 5 days a week and mix up walking with inclines and running at intervals, etc., then I lift weights 2-3 times a week and I watch what I eat and eat less than 1350 calories a day.  I work hard those 5 days, so I thought I would lose more than 5 pounds.  It is discouraging, but I'm not giving up just yet because I am losing something.  I drink a protein shake in the mornings to make sure I'm getting enough nutrients and protein.  Then I eat a healthy lunch and a regular dinner using portion control.  For snacks I eat clementines.  Don't know if this will help you, but it does at least allow me to lose some weight.  

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what to eat after workout?

posted by ramona422 on 9:08 am

I just got back from the gym, did 45min step class and some weight training.  Now what's the best thing to eat afterwards?  I'm hungry!

by brotherchris66 on Feb 11, 2012 at 12:49 pm

 Anything that will give you 4 grams of carbohydrates to every 1 gram of protein. I will usually have whey protein and add sugar to it. 

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Shoulders and traps

posted by brotherchris66 on 8:51 am

 Got it done with a little extra tricep work and some chin ups.

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Stationary Bike

posted by aa013943 on 8:17 am

 I was getting tons of pressure to go out to a bar, but instead I went to the gym and rode the stationary bike for an hour.  I swung by the bar after the gym and drank water.  The peer pressure was intense, but I resisted and eventually they accepted.  I'm proud of that.  I'm fighting to break through my current plateau and hit an all time low in weight for the last 10 years.  I don't want to screw it up.  I'm being stubborn about it.  

by kandyrews on Feb 11, 2012 at 8:40 am

That's awesome you resisted.  Great job! Congrats!

by MiAhi on Feb 11, 2012 at 11:56 am

Nice! :) 

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getting motivated to exercise

posted by ramona422 on 5:08 am

It"s 7am and I'm trying to get myself to the club to get in a step class! It's 4degrees F outside!  Brrrr! 

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1 hour's run

posted by Cheese1980 on 2:45 am

didn't go as hard as I'd like because very icy underfoot, but still 600 calories burned  

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Member Cals Fat Cholest Sodium Carbs Sugars Fiber Protein
Totals: 191,612 8,549g 40,417mg 362,056mg 30,050g 10,156g 3,149g 13,055g
Averages: 900 40g 190mg 1,700mg 141g 48g 15g 61g
Members Tracking:
213
Calorie Goal:
310,108
Calories Consumed:
266,849
Calories Burned:
75,237
Net Calories Consumed:
191,612 (118,496 under)
% of calories burned:
28.19%

February 10th, 2012

Creating New Habits

posted by exhilaratedxd on 11:28 pm

Happy weekend everyone! I hope you all had a great workout today, and if not, there's always tomorrow! I went back on the treadmill today and ran for 30 min. on 4.0 incline without any huffing and puffing. That to me, is a HUGE achievement, considering that I could barely make it through just 5 minutes of running when I first started last Thursday. I also lost 2-3 lbs in the process. This week I learned that creating new healthy habits is much more powerful than we think, and in turn it can influence positive effects on other aspects of our lives. This workout regime has lowered my stress levels and given me more self-esteem. My goal next week is to continue exercising daily while also being in control of my diet (I always tend to overeat :( )
 
Today's workout:  
Running-35 min. (5 min. warm up)
8 Minute Abs
 
  I think I'll let my feet take a break and do some cycling this weekend. See you all tomorrow!  

by harmonyinmylife on Feb 11, 2012 at 1:42 am

 Hi exhilarateddxd, to have come so far in just a short time is fantastic and to loose weight in the process.
You have done brilliantly as it took me months to get to 30 minutes running. It feels great, doesn't it!

by kandyrews on Feb 11, 2012 at 8:43 am

Great job!  I started incorporating running into my walking about 2 weeks ago and I started with walking every 6 minutes and running for 1 minute.  I'm just now getting to walking every 4 minutes and running 1 minute.  So you going from 5 minutes of running to 30 minutes is awesome!  Heck I can't even do 5 straight minutes yet.  So great  job...congrats!

by exhilaratedxd on Feb 11, 2012 at 11:32 am

Any kind of progress is great! I think I had an advantage though, because I've kept myself active prior to exercising everyday. I also walk a lot in school so I didn't start off from nothing. Thank you for the encouragement!

by harmonyinmylife on Feb 11, 2012 at 11:55 am

 Its great to see who you are at last. Hi there!

by exhilaratedxd on Feb 12, 2012 at 12:00 am

Hello! :)

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I exercised today! Go me!

posted by JessyJean on 7:44 pm

 Did a 55 min hike today in the heat! Go me!

by exhilaratedxd on Feb 10, 2012 at 11:31 pm

Great job!!!  Hikes are fun! Did you enjoy the view?

by harmonyinmylife on Feb 11, 2012 at 1:36 am

 Hi jessy, fantastic work, you said in the heat! you must live somwhere nice and warm then, because here in the UK it is snowy and cold.  Just the thought of you walking in the heat brings warm thoughts of summer in my head. Go Jessy!

by JessyJean on Feb 11, 2012 at 6:50 am

 Yep I live in sunny Arizona. Going hiking again this morning. It's supposed to be 80 F today so wanted to get out early. Have a great day all!

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Just checking in...

posted by garlington on 7:39 pm

Hi everyone!! I hope all is well... I did walk today on my treadmill... I also joined this site called wieght training .com and they put me on a beginners workout 3 times a week doing crunches and arm curls and 20 minutes on the treadmill... I am following the treadmills workout plan which has my walking speed between 2.5 and 3.5 and alternating my incline from 3-5 ...
I lost for my first week in 6lb and 2 ounces.. I know that usually the first week you have a big loss but soon it will level out to hopefully 2 lbs a week.. which by the way is my goal... I am praying that by july I will be at my goal weight... Everyone have a good weekend...

by kandyrews on Feb 11, 2012 at 8:47 am

6 pounds is great!  My first week I only lost 2 pounds, then one week I lost nothing.  And the remaining weeks I lost 1 pound for a total of 5 pounds now.  It's been slow for me, but I'm happy as long as I'm losing something.  So try not to rely to heavily on the scale, some weeks there may be no weight loss, but then the next week can be different.  As long as your losing and not gaining it's great, so don't get discouraged.

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Am I doing enough?

posted by colleen5957 on 7:31 pm

Hi, I'm new to this website as well as excercising. I am on Day 2 of excercising, I did the treadmill and elliptical for 1 hour total. I often wonder is this enough? I also have lowered my calorie intake to lose about 20 pounds. I would like to exercise at least 4 times a week for 1 hour each day, is this enough? Also, what incline should I be on and waht should my speed be? I currently walk with a speed between 3 and 4 and incline of 2.0 as I am just starting out I dont want to pass out and hit the treadmill head first. On the elliptical I dont have an incline or resistance yet, just going for 30 mins. Any suggestions? Please?

by garlington on Feb 10, 2012 at 7:48 pm

Congrats and Welcome to the group.. I am new myself  and for my experience I have been focusing on staying commited to working out 6 times a week and giving my self variety so I won't get bored... I haven't worked up to an hour... 15-20 minutes is right up my alley at least for now.. There are alot of experienced people within the group that perhaps can give you some advice... I find it helpful to post daily even on my day off from exercising because it helps me to stay focused on my health and well being within a gruop that has the same mindset.. Again, Welcome!!!

by exhilaratedxd on Feb 10, 2012 at 11:35 pm

Hi Colleen! Welcome to the blog! I have the same goals as you but I'm exercising everyday because that's just a way to keep myself in check. I think 4times/week of 1 hour workouts is definitely enough...I am also not an expert but for me working out about an hour works up a great sweat and it puts me in good energy. As for your intensity levels, that also varies from people to people. As long as you think it's challenging yet not harming your body too much, you are ok.Hopefully others can give you some details. You can always search the internet for more tips. Good luck!

by colleen5957 on Feb 11, 2012 at 2:23 pm

Thanks you so much! Im so motivated! Today I will try for 1 1/2 hours excercise after work.I get so excited to go work out its crazy. Thank you for welcoming me!

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working hard for a free weekend

posted by harmonyinmylife on 12:30 pm

 I did not want to do anthing to do with exercise this morning at all. I thought that it was another groundhog day moment, (movie).  So I decided that I would leave it, but as the day progressed I decided that I would try to workout hard today so that I could have a free weekend and relax. So I went to the gym and  did some sit ups and core strength exercises then I went on the treadmill for 40minutes.  I pushed myself as hard as I could and managed to do 5 1/2 K.  I ran as fast as I could and towards the end I was almost dragging my feet, but I made it and burned 460calories, so now I can relax for a couple of days. The funny thing is that my hubby also came along and his slowest run is faster than my fastest. He felt as though he had not even started, when I was ready to relax and stop.

by kandyrews on Feb 10, 2012 at 4:19 pm

Great job!  Wish I could run 5 1/2 K.  I'm trying to start running slowly.  I walk for 4 minutes, then run 1 minute until my 35 minutes are up.  I didn't feel like working out today either.  I planned to just walk for 15 minutes, but ended up doing 35 minutes with a 6.0 incline.  So I did better than I thought.

by exhilaratedxd on Feb 10, 2012 at 11:40 pm

Congratulations Harmony, I've been following you since last week (after you responded to my posts, thank you for the encouragements!). I am SO excited to hear about this!  Isn't is strange how your body actually allows you to achieve these milestones without you affirming it first?
It's great you had your husband accompany you, working out with someone else always makes the experience much more enjoyable! Enjoy your weekend! :)
 
 

by harmonyinmylife on Feb 11, 2012 at 1:12 am

 Thanks guys, its so nice to get feed back and encouragement. It keeps me going.

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Don't feel like working out today.

posted by kandyrews on 9:14 am

I don't really feel like working out today, but I'm gonna drag my butt to the treadmill here in a minute.  Like yesterday, I had a headache so I was shooting for at least 15 minutes, but I ended up doing my 35 minutes, so gonna do the same today.  And if I have it in me then great if not, then at least I've done 15 minutes.  If I can make it today I'll be fine because I'm off on weekends.  Well off I go to the treadmill. 

by harmonyinmylife on Feb 10, 2012 at 12:18 pm

 good luck with that and well done for making the effort, you know it is all worth it as you are gaining fitness all the time.

by kandyrews on Feb 10, 2012 at 4:20 pm

Thanks, as I said on your post.  I planned to just walk for 15 minutes, but ended up doing 35 minutes with a 6.0 incline.  So I did better than I thought I would.

by exhilaratedxd on Feb 10, 2012 at 11:41 pm

Great work! Something is better than nothing!

by harmonyinmylife on Feb 11, 2012 at 1:25 am

 6.0 incline is very good. It gets your heart pumpung and working your thighs.  If you run at 6.0 incline then that is fantastic, that is very hard work and 1 minute running is  superb as it is quite steep.  I tend to run on random so that it changes as I am running, it is difficult when the incline goes up, but great when it goes down.  Some times I will run on 1.0 incline depending on how much energy I have left.

by kandyrews on Feb 11, 2012 at 8:49 am

According to my treadmill I burned more calories walking for 35 minutes at a 6.0 incline that when mix walking with running.

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No

posted by Cheese1980 on 8:40 am

Because meetings keep getting moved around AAARRRRRGGGGHHHHHH

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Member Cals Fat Cholest Sodium Carbs Sugars Fiber Protein
Totals: 256,613 10,246g 42,414mg 420,776mg 36,300g 12,882g 4,052g 16,163g
Averages: 943 38g 156mg 1,547mg 133g 47g 15g 59g
Members Tracking:
272
Calorie Goal:
387,985
Calories Consumed:
317,272
Calories Burned:
60,659
Net Calories Consumed:
256,613 (131,372 under)
% of calories burned:
19.12%

February 9th, 2012

Cramming in Workouts

posted by exhilaratedxd on 9:31 pm

Had a lower day than usual, but today marks my one week of working out! After pushing towards 30 min. yesterday, I think my muscles needed a rest. Here's what I did:
 
Today's workout:
Running-20 min. (15 min. straight)
Elliptical-15 min.
Abs-8 min.
 
I ate pretty healthy all day and for dinner cooked myself a good meal with rice, stir-fry veggies, apples, and a delicious chicken drumstick :) Gotta go study for 2 exams! Wish me luck and
See you tomorrow!

by harmonyinmylife on Feb 10, 2012 at 1:26 am

 good luck with those exams. Stressful time, I know, but the workout is probably the best thing for escaping the stress and helping you to unwind.  My two oldest children have just finished their degree at university and it was a very stressful time for them too.  A run along the river bank or out in the fresh air always made them less stressed and more able to relax when it came to doing their exams.

by exhilaratedxd on Feb 10, 2012 at 11:47 pm

Thanks Harmony! It's definitely really hard to keep a balanced lifestyle but I've started to realize that I need some way of channeling this stress, and to me exercise is the best method. In fact, I've never felt better, and so far *crosses fingers* have managed to stay unaffected by the sickness that's been spreading around. Thank you for the tip about taking in some fresh air as a remedy for stress. It's hard to remember to appreciate nature when we have all this technology!

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Running Late

posted by garlington on 8:13 pm

Hi everyone!! I am running behind schedule in logging in  for today... I worked out at 6PM but got a phone call from my job to come in at 7PM... Guess What??
I found the perfect chocolate bar... It's called pure protein... I purchased it from Walmart... I am in heaven!!!! I am never going back to regular chocolate bars... 20 grams of protein... 180 calories a bar.. I told my husband not to buy me chocolate unless he was going to get the pure protein bars from Walmart...
Everyone enjoy your weekend!!!

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Legs

posted by brotherchris66 on 5:59 pm

Here what hard work and clean eating have done for me this month
Jan 9 - weight 281 and 34% BF = 185.5 lbs of lean mass
Feb 9 - weight 275 and 30% BF = 192.5 lbs of lean mass
Fat loss - 12 lbs
Lean gain - 7 lbs



by garlington on Feb 9, 2012 at 8:15 pm

Congrats!!!

by harmonyinmylife on Feb 10, 2012 at 12:15 pm

 That is fantastic! Well done. Keep up the good work as it is obviously working.

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Hi I’m new!!

posted by Jeanne58 on 1:12 pm

 Trying to loose weight and feel better is impossible if you don't MOVE YOUR BODY! So, here I am for encouragement and to encourage others to do just that. Waiting for a stress fracture to heal, I sort of used that as an excuse not to do anything, and boy am I paying the price now. Second day in a row of exercising and I don't ever want to get in that rut again. Did 4.5 miles on the elliptical today, yeah!!!

by exhilaratedxd on Feb 10, 2012 at 11:49 pm

Hey Jeanne! I too had a stress fracture not long ago, and totally understand what you're going through! I opted for swimming and cycling. 4.5 miles of elliptical is not bad! I hope your fracture heals soon!

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New to group

posted by JessyJean on 11:54 am

Hello all I'm new to the group. I just finished 27 min on the Wii Fit. Also I'm going on an hour hike later! 

by kandyrews on Feb 10, 2012 at 9:08 am

Welcome!  Great job!  Consistency is key, that's what I'm trying to remember.  Just keep it consistant. :-)

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Thought I was going to lose today ... but I won

posted by enjar on 6:41 am

I typically work out at lunch or at the end of the day.  Today I have a lunchtime meeting and I need to be somewhere immediately after work.  So I had thought "well, nothing will happen today".  As it turns out, I got into work 30 minutes early because of good traffic and also getting out of the house on time.  So I was able to get 3 miles in before work!  WIN! 

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Feeling Lazy

posted by nikrocks74 on 6:27 am

Trying to make myself exercise!

by JessyJean on Feb 9, 2012 at 1:10 pm

 Did it work?

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Workout at home

posted by maddi2012 on 4:16 am

Does anyone workout at home?  If so when and what do you do.  I work full time and it's hard to get up early in the morning so I workout when I get home.  I've been doing the treadmill, The Firm step aerobics and I've been trying to do Kettleworx (not all on the same day).   Also do you eat before your exercise.  I'm so hungry when I get home from work but I don't want to take the time to cook because then I will lose my motivation to workout.  Thanks for your suggestions.

by Cheese1980 on Feb 9, 2012 at 4:29 am

I have boxes of cereal bars and I eat one before exercising. Bananas work too

by nikrocks74 on Feb 9, 2012 at 6:01 am

Dance!!! Put on some some music and dance your but off!!!

by adelalla2002 on Feb 9, 2012 at 6:02 am

I work out when I get home from work. I started doing Hip Hop Abs this week.  Last week, my fitness was mainly walking and step aerobics.  I eat dinner (small portion) when I get home and then after a couple of hours, I work out.  I eat Fage Greek yogurt with blueberries and pumpkin seeds after exercising.

by kandyrews on Feb 9, 2012 at 8:45 am

I workout at home.  I do about 35 minutes on the treadmill.  I mix it up with walking, jogging and different inclines.  Then I lift weights about twice a week and do some exercises.  I drink a protein shake for breakfast about 30 minutes before I get on the treadmill.  Then I have veggies and a clementine for lunch, then I eat a regular dinner in moderation. 

by new2healthy on Feb 9, 2012 at 11:30 am

I am a stay at home mom and we just bought a Xbox Kinect.  There is a particular game that will kick your butt. Its called Wipe Out based on the tv show Wipe Out. A lot of the sports games are fun but this one requires you to run in place, jump and squat over and over again. So by the end of the first trial run you are already sweating. The best part is that you are more focused on the game and dont even notice how much you are exercising....until you are finished then you collapse! lol....I like that kind of exercise....I need to get out and walk but i get bored out of my mind doing it so im happy i found this as an alternative.
 

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spinning this week

posted by Cheese1980 on 3:36 am

Monday and Tuesday were rest days (monday planned, Tuesday not - meetings kept moving around and so didn't happen) Spin yesterday, spin today. Dull but class spaces available. I keep waiting for my fellow gym members' New Years resolutions to wear off so that I can get into other classes.

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Member Cals Fat Cholest Sodium Carbs Sugars Fiber Protein
Totals: 300,191 11,458g 48,930mg 479,798mg 42,979g 15,328g 5,033g 19,256g
Averages: 987 38g 161mg 1,578mg 141g 50g 17g 63g
Members Tracking:
304
Calorie Goal:
433,019
Calories Consumed:
372,448
Calories Burned:
72,257
Net Calories Consumed:
300,191 (132,828 under)
% of calories burned:
19.40%

February 8th, 2012

I FEEL GREAT!

posted by exhilaratedxd on 10:49 pm

Hello everyone! 
I am in such a good mood right now, thanks to this daily exercise promise...Although earlier this week I had it rough (little sleep, emotional stress), I think I've gotten myself back together after taking a 4 hour nap, learning to say "no" to things not on my agenda, and taking care of myself. I went for a run and for the first time accomplished my first goal of running for 30 minutes after I had a warm up on the elliptical! At the end of it I still felt pumped up and ready to go. I definitely felt that "runner's high" in the middle of it. Things are looking good and I'm excited to hit the treadmill again tomorrow.
Today's workout:
Elliptical-25 min.
Running-35 min.
8 min abs
 
I also felt more control in what I eat and let myself have some of the things I liked instead of being too strict...I guess this works differently for everyone, oh well.
Anyway, hope everyone is checking in and having a great time working out! You guys are so inspiring, I look forward to reading what everyone has done everyday :)
See you tomorrow!

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Getting sore

posted by emzshort on 9:30 pm

Did my 3rd day of weights for this week. I'm getting into the swing of it. Do any other women do weights? 

by atrixa on Feb 9, 2012 at 1:58 am

I was thinking of having a go, but i've only ever used the machines.

by kandyrews on Feb 9, 2012 at 8:49 am

I just lift light weigts twice a week at home using 5, 8 & 12 pd dumbells with 3 sets of high repetitions.

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Lower body workout

posted by spontaneous1313 on 5:29 pm

Yes I exercised today earlier this morning around 7:30am. I did all lower body workouts today and 2morrow will be both upper and lower body. It feels great now to be working out and eating healthy i am really enjoying this. Once you stop hating it or dreading it, it really will feel great! :)

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Grateful

posted by garlington on 4:57 pm

I did not want to walk today. I am gratfeful for this site because it gave me the push I needed to stay focused. Walked and did my 15 minutes.. Looking forward to tomorrow. Everypne have a good one..

by spontaneous1313 on Feb 8, 2012 at 5:27 pm

I use to feel exactly this way actually a few wks ago but my mode has changed for working out try active.trainer.com Its pretty amazing it will tell you like all the local things goin on where u live with fitness and tips and whatnot :) GLAD UR DOIN IT THO same for me glad im finally doin it. its good for us :)

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Gravity straps?

posted by adelalla2002 on 4:41 pm

I saw GoFit Bob Harper gravity straps featured on Dr. Oz today.  When I did more research, I discovered that customers gave it mixed reviews.  Has anyone here ever used them before or recommend great strength training exercises?

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Feels good to move my body

posted by lovetolaff66 on 3:53 pm

52 minutes - interval training (with cardio)
30 minutes  - treadmill
8 minutes - stretching
I am reading a lot about how to do workouts effectively. I don't have a clue what direction to go. I was just doing cardio and have just learned about "strength/interval training". I am kind of making it up as I go along. Any suggestions on a program that I can follow?

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Workouts fine, the eating is tough!

posted by kandyrews on 3:27 pm

I did my 35 minute walk/run today.  I don't really have a problem working out.  I struggle more with the eating.  Although I stay within my calories it's always dinner that messes me up.  For instance my calories are good, but my Fat, Cholesterol, Sodium & Protein are all high.  I'm not to worried about the protein, but the rest.  I eat what hubby eats for dinner, he refuses to eat healthy and I'm no great cook anyway.  I can't afford to eat a separate meal from him either....


Cals
1119
Fat
< font color="#147ecb">61 g
Cholesterol
214 mg
Sodium
1621 mg
Carbs
82 g
Fiber
10 g
Protein
82 g
Sugars
37 g


 

 

by spontaneous1313 on Feb 8, 2012 at 5:33 pm

Im still new to the whole eating healthy thing as well. and my boyfriend eats really unhealthy. if you part take in meals with him just enjoy the same meal just in like portions. It will workout good. and you can also add like your own raw or cooked vegies to whatever he is eating just for you. hope this helps. I am learning everyday too sumthing new. My whole family eats junk food and I love junk food but its all bout moderation :) dont deprive yourself of it or thats when we over do it.

by exhilaratedxd on Feb 8, 2012 at 10:54 pm

I am the same as you; eating is a big issue for me and I tend to overeat when I'm bored, moody, tired, etc...I agree with spontaenous that you should eat smaller portions. Sometimes unhealthy foods are not the main problem, rather it's the size of the meals. I stock up on all the healthy stuff, but I tend to eat a lot and thus it's counterproductive :( 
Sometimes I would keep carrots or snow peas handy as snacks, and once dinner rolls around I drink a glass of water to make myself feel less hungry. You won't tend to eat as much. Hopefully that helps. Try it!

by Cheese1980 on Feb 9, 2012 at 2:48 am

I have a husband who is much the same. There are ways of eating healthily without them noticing though (no offence to the chaps on this site, but we know where the brains are...)
 
Swap meat for fish. A big piece of fish has lots less fat and fewer calories than meat.
 
Swap oil for the low-cal spray stuff. I promise he won't notice.
 
Add chilli/garlic to everything and then cook it in a healthy way (e.g. poach or grill/broil). The extra flavour means he won't notice the lack of fat plus the spiciness gives your metabolism a boost
 
Have a side salad with everything (and leave the dressing in the bottle) - the high water value of salad vegetables makes it surprisingly filling and because it's a side it feels like a bonus not something you're having in place of something more interesting and you'll eat less of the higher calorie food
 
Swap normal potatoes for sweet potatoes - much healthier and if he's anything like my man he'll like them more because they are more tasty
 
Get low fat versions of everything - yoghurt, sour cream, creme fraiche, mayonnaise and put them in without telling him. If he doesn't know, he won't notice.
 
Hope some of these help. My man's lost 2 inches round his waist and he thinks it's from all the dog walking he does. It isn't.
 

by kandyrews on Feb 9, 2012 at 8:55 am

Thanks for all the suggestions!  Much appreciated.  Right now I have a protein shake for breakfast, then a Green Giant Veggie like Broccoli & Cheese Sauce, Cauliflower & Cheese Sauce or Brussel Sprouts for lunch and then a clementine for snack.  Then I eat a regular dinner and there's where the bad stuff comes in...Italian sausage, manwiches, corndogs, pork chops.  I just try to eat dinner in moderation.  I do try to use or do things like extra lean ground beef, and broil my pork chops, things like that.  I do try to sneak some stuff in on hubby.  Sometimes I get away with it, but sometimes not. lol  I'm hoping the eating well all day and eating dinner in moderation will be enough for now. 

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Elliptical

posted by brotherchris66 on 1:02 pm

 HIIT elliptical this morning before work.

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walking

posted by adelalla2002 on 11:13 am

Instead of climbing the stairs during my lunch break, I just took a brisk walk for 20 minutes (although that probably wasn't the smartest thing to do because it's COLD outside).  I'm feeling pretty run down today.  I think I'm fighting off the same cold that everyone else at work has been getting.  I may skip working out tonight.

by atrixa on Feb 9, 2012 at 2:00 am

Definitely sounds sensible- give your body time to fight off the virus :)

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Weight training issues

posted by mpcip on 8:43 am

Hi guys, ive been working out with weights for 2 weeks now (only using 10lbs) and this morning i really don't feel my muscles sore at all. could it be that i'm not lifing enough or am i just getting use to weight training? Yesterday i worked my upper body-such as bicep curls, tricep kickbacks, pushup...for an hour. Maybe I need to add more weight but didn't want to start off with crazy amount of weights in the beginning..thanks!

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Should I try zumba?

posted by Cheese1980 on 8:20 am

My exercise takes one of the following forms:
 
Trail running
Spin classes
Bodypump classes
Evil, beasty Personal Trainer sessions
 
I'm looking to change it up a bit (apart from the PT and the running because that's for the dog as much as me). I keep hearing the hype about Zumba and they do classes at my gym. I've peered through the studio window a couple of times and frankly, they look ridiculous (saying that I have never seen myself run, so I might do too)
 
Does everyone automatically love Zumba? Might I hit someone in the head if I get it wrong?

by harmonyinmylife on Feb 8, 2012 at 2:04 pm

 Zumba sounds fun, my daughter started in a class a few weeks ago and she loved it, she couldn't keep up with everyone else, but she still loved it.

by spontaneous1313 on Feb 8, 2012 at 5:36 pm

I also started zumba class just bout 2wks ago. It is very fun and yea lol I can barely keep up as well and I am very uncordinated but somehow if u try it u will make it work for u. Also not to mention I am like an alternative style girl doin it. Meaning my main choice of music is metal yet here i am dancing around with zumba class! it is fun and high energy try it!

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dentist

posted by harmonyinmylife on 6:06 am

 Its my 6 month check up visit to the dentist, so wish me luck guys!  Then I am off to the gym if I do not end up in any pain from the dentist. Afterwards and hopefully, I will do another 5k in keeping with my training and some pilates. .......................

by exhilaratedxd on Feb 8, 2012 at 9:28 am

Good luck at the dentist, hope everything goes smoothly!!!!
Pilates are tough, how long have you been doing that?

by harmonyinmylife on Feb 8, 2012 at 2:02 pm

 I am back from the dentist and Yeeehhhyyy! I have to have nothing done, thankfully.  He sent me off with a smile, so I marched off to the gym and did my 5k run, I feel great, it must be the tooth fairy or something. A little pilates and I am finished. 

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Pilates

posted by atrixa on 4:42 am

I enjoyed my first class, most of the moves were fairly easy, just a lot of stretching, it seems.

by harmonyinmylife on Feb 8, 2012 at 6:08 am

 At least you will be nice and bendy! LoL

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Member Cals Fat Cholest Sodium Carbs Sugars Fiber Protein
Totals: 298,808 12,472g 54,586mg 540,847mg 45,560g 15,945g 5,341g 20,038g
Averages: 955 40g 174mg 1,728mg 146g 51g 17g 64g
Members Tracking:
313
Calorie Goal:
444,535
Calories Consumed:
386,827
Calories Burned:
88,019
Net Calories Consumed:
298,808 (145,727 under)
% of calories burned:
22.75%

February 7th, 2012

Not the best day

posted by exhilaratedxd on 11:02 pm

I stressed out, and binged on kashi bars. It was not my best day. Also, having morning classes and ending them at 8 PM did not help either. However, I stuck to my plan and worked out nonetheless. My mood is: blahhhh -__-
 
Today's workout:
Elliptical-40 min.
Abs-8 minutes
Run-20 minutes
 
I don't feel tired physically but mentally I am drained!!! My muscles are getting stronger, and I'm feeding myself protein.
Things are good minus the stress, major sleep deprivation, and of course my diet today.... The good thing is tomorrow is always a new day! See you all tomorrow!

by Cheese1980 on Feb 8, 2012 at 8:30 am

One day does not a healthy routine break. I had carrot cake and hot chocolate yesterday, plus a couple of martinis in the evening and you know what? When I woke up this morning, the world hadn't ended.
 
In fact I am looking forward to exercise today having enjoyed my day off. Like a mini-holiday!

by exhilaratedxd on Feb 8, 2012 at 9:12 am

Thanks, I know it doesn't sound that bad but I ate a whole box of them. It's almost hilarious now to think how impulsive that was...

Will do better and focus on stress relieving elsewhere...

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Nope

posted by ann003 on 8:02 pm

I opted to rest and recover today.  I'm going to hit it hard tomorrow! 

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3.25 mile run

posted by RebeccaSue on 6:25 pm

Mile 1: 9:05
Mile 2: 9:04
Mile 3: 8:54
Last 0.25: 2:14
Stretching 6 mins, Sit-ups 2 mins
 

by brotherchris66 on Feb 8, 2012 at 8:54 am

 Nice splits! Were you going for negative splits or did it just turn out that way?

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In between Classes

posted by garlington on 6:21 pm

Posting late because I have two classes on tuesday... I did however get my 15 minute walk in this afternoon... I kept my challenge speed of 2.5 and will continue my 10 incline... This is very challenging and I must admit I worked up a decent sweat... Looking forward to checking the scale on thursday...

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abs workout

posted by adelalla2002 on 5:38 pm

Did Hip Hop Abs Total Body Burn with 5-lb. weights this time.  What a big difference the weights make!  Wow!  This is the 4th day that I'm doing the workout.  Although I don't see abs yet underneath my pooch (don't know if I ever will, I've always had a pooch), I feel a lot stronger and folks at work are commenting that my stomach is flatter.  The video claims that you can lose up to 3 inches in the first week.  I don't know about that for me, but I am going to keep on doing it because it's fun.

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Getting Started

posted by sherbear430 on 5:34 pm

Ok, so now it's really time for me to get started.  My plan is to go to my boot camp class 3 days a week and the gym 3 days a week.  I really need to do this for so many reasons.  Health is #1.  Self esteem is #2 and my daughter's wedding in July is #3.  I can do it, I can do it.......................I will do it!

by nedaaa on Feb 7, 2012 at 5:53 pm

if you believe you can do , you will definitely do it. commit and just do it
 

by garlington on Feb 7, 2012 at 6:25 pm

Congrats to posting your goals... Check in daily and be inspired and encouraged by others in the group... Accountability to post daily helps me to stay focused... You can do it... Just take it one day at a time... Again WELCOME!!!

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back and biceps

posted by brotherchris66 on 4:26 pm

 Got in a good workout. I can tell the difference between workouts with and without my trainer. No trainer tonight.

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Feelin' good

posted by Dixie30194 on 3:54 pm

It is amazing how wonderful exercise makes you feel. I did active yoga earlier and it just flipped my entire mood.

by nedaaa on Feb 7, 2012 at 5:53 pm

definitely it does, I enjoy exercising as well, it make feel great

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Feeling bad, but still got on the treadmill today.

posted by kandyrews on 3:37 pm

Feeling bad today, well yesterday and today.  I have a terrible headache borderline migraine.  I did manage to get on the treadmill 35 minutes both days.  I've now been exercising since January 6th and have lost 4 pounds.  It's less than I'd hoped, but I'm happy I lost something.  I get on the treadmill faithfully Mon - Friday for 35 walking/jogging mixing it up.  Outside of exercising I'm pretty sedentary, so I'm glad I lost something. 

by nedaaa on Feb 7, 2012 at 5:56 pm

good job , keep working , you definitely get the result. at least you dare going on the scale , I don't dare going on scale , I'm planning to weight myself after a month.
 

by harmonyinmylife on Feb 7, 2012 at 11:23 pm

 Fantastic! you still managed to keep the momentom going and get on the treadmill, that's brilliant. There is nothing worse than a migraine/headache. My son had exactly the same for the last 2 days, enough to have two days off school and lay in bed!  So you did really well. Well done. 4lbs is excellent, its not going on so that is the important thing, your loseing weight and getting fitter.

by kandyrews on Feb 8, 2012 at 7:56 am

Thanks to both of you!  I'm just trying to be consistant.  I know there are some areas I could do better in.  Like I'm keepting my calories below 1350, but it's more of "what" I'm eating for dinner, it's not the greatest.  I don't eat bad, but not great either.  Then outside of exercise, I'm pretty sedentary.  So again, I am thankful to lose anything.  Even if I just lose 1 pd a week, I'm happy.

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Yes. I. Did.

posted by rosemary1979 on 12:33 pm

I wasn't going to, but I motivated last night and did my shred (level 1 but pushed it). And then I got up this morning a little late and again wasn't going to (planning on hitting the gym with my sisters in sweat tonight) but I shredded AGAIN and made myself do level 2 as punishment! :D Ha ha ha! I'll still go to the gym tonight and do some cardio and some machines. I measured today and feel like I might be getting smaller; haven't weighed-in in weeks and feel like I really need to do that tomorrow.
 
We booked a pretty spectacular trip to Mexico at the beginning of June and I'd REALLY like to lose 8 or 10 pounds each month between now and then. January didn't see a 10-pound weight loss so I have high hopes for February, March, April, and May. I realized this weekend that I just need to start exercising more and more and more. And I need to push it. Any ideas or encouragement is welcome, as always. Thanks for everyone's support.
 
And finally -- I was going to comment on everyone's posts but there are so many of you out there doing an AWESOME JOB! I mean it from my heart when I say that seeing you guys work out motivates me to do the same. Even if it's just a little and/or less than you plan, the act of starting it and doing some of it is really, really inspirational to me. We can do this! 

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I did it!

posted by lovetolaff66 on 12:14 pm

 I did my longest workout ever today. I did 20 minutes on the bike, 70 on the treadmill, and 10 stretching. It felt great. I have started doing strength training on M,W,F so I felt that I wanted to get extra cardio in today. I feel really energized.

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Another 2 pounds gone!

posted by atrixa on 9:15 am

Sooo happy with this result! I feel like I did brilliantly last week, exercise wise, only around 6 more pounds to go then I will be focusing more on toning all my muscles and generally keeping fit :) I did 30 mins on treadmill today then 15 mins on cross trainer (elliptical).

by harmonyinmylife on Feb 8, 2012 at 5:57 am

 Brilliant. 2 pounds, thats a good job, well done you.

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30 minutes on the treadmill

posted by Seagreene on 9:05 am

 I am 5 months pregnant and am in better shape than before I got pregnant.  The secret for me is not feeling like I have to push myself.  An easy 30 minutes on the treadmill with some intervals while listening to my favorite podcast never sounds dreadful so I do it everyday.

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historical Hike

posted by harmonyinmylife on 9:05 am

 I had a fantastic workout today, I went for a walk up a steep hill through a forest where at the top was  an anglo saxon castle, then I climbed down along a  river bank along an old pilgrims walk where the path had been carved out by hundreds of pilgrims footsteps.  It was so beautiful and peaceful but very slippery, muddy and hard going. Then I carried on walking along through an old forest with rock carvings, birds singing and squirrels running up the trees.  After 3 hours of hard hiking I got back to my car.  Exhausted, but exilerated and worth every bit of effort.

by Cheese1980 on Feb 7, 2012 at 1:42 pm

 cool whereabouts? my snowy run at the weekend was a bit of pilgrim's way in the North Downs

by harmonyinmylife on Feb 8, 2012 at 6:01 am

 North Wales is where I went, although I do not think it is part of the Pilgrim's way .

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done...but wasn't easy.......

posted by cincy1 on 6:58 am

did 30 min intervals on my stepper, was not in the mood and had to PUSH myself----but did something

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Not a good day

posted by girldistyrbed on 6:36 am

 Today I only managed 3.8 miles and 450 calories. Back is out and I always feel like  my whole day will be off not getting my time in:( But some is better than nothing right?

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Im a newbie

posted by Joshnelson on 4:04 am

I feel lucky to find this site..a place to share my secrets and my guilts. Actually Im a very lazy sort of person when it comes to exercise and gym and I prefer dieting in order to lose weight. which I know its not good for my health. I can feel it  with my increasing knee pain and overall low energy. I really don't know how to motivate myself to join the gym or even spend some time doing workouts at home..any help!

by girldistyrbed on Feb 7, 2012 at 6:25 am

I'm lazy too howevwr I found that spending the money for the gym motivates me. I hate to waste money! And once you start iy only takes 2wks to get into the routine. You can do it!

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22.40%

February 6th, 2012

Sleep...is SO important!

posted by exhilaratedxd on 8:50 pm

I pulled an all nighter yesterday (well, I had 1.5 hours of sleep before my first class) without intending to, but my school work and everything else just ended up taking much longer than I expected. I need to prioritize and be efficient with my time. However, I still dragged my tired, sleep-deprived body to the gym and did what I needed to do. I could not run longer than 20 minutes and could really feel the effects of exhaustion getting to me. Even my ab workout was not as efficient. I made poorer choices in my diet too. Sleep is really one of the KEYs to success!!!  
 
Today's workout:
Running-25 min.
Abs-8 min.  
 
It's snooze time. Sleep well you guys, so you can have an awesome workout! See you tomorrow! 

by harmonyinmylife on Feb 6, 2012 at 11:06 pm

 1.5 hrs sleep is way too little.  But I suppose that school work has to be done. I think I would have forgone the gym and caught up on some much needed sleep. I need at least 6 hours sleep to allow me to go to the gym otherwise I am almost sleep walking.  Well done for getting there and doing the running thats great work!

by Cheese1980 on Feb 7, 2012 at 9:43 am

you might have found it harder and less efficient, but I bet you actually worked harder than you thought. I had an awful workout a couple of weeks ago because I was grumpy and tired from a bad week in the office. However, I wear a heart rate monitor and pushing my body through the fatigue meant I worked harder than I normally do in that particular class and burned off around 100 calories more than usual!

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Pilates kicked my booty

posted by ann003 on 5:39 pm

And yet, it's my arms that feel like jello.   

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Chest and Triceps day

posted by brotherchris66 on 5:36 pm

 Worked hard today. I will sleep good tonight,

by Terra_Incognita on Feb 6, 2012 at 6:25 pm

I'm glad you're feeling better!!! Woot!

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keep going

posted by harmonyinmylife on 2:17 pm

 I am pleased with myself, I have just lost another pound and it is starting to move on the scales now after months of sticking the same. I managed to do 40 minutes on the treadmill today and some abs so I am ready to keep going to lose that next pound. 

by exhilaratedxd on Feb 6, 2012 at 2:41 pm

Wow, congratulations!!!! You inspire us!

by atrixa on Feb 7, 2012 at 1:49 am

Well done!

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Need to strength train

posted by girldistyrbed on 1:42 pm

Today I ran 6 miles in 66 mins and also did 2.5 on the  elliptical. I'm a treadmil girl and am addicted to seeing the calories burn off. However I do need to do strenghth training just cant bring myself to do it. I know I will never burn the calories I do on the treadmil and eliptical and would feel as if I did nothing for myself . I do spend an hr and half at the gym. Thought of staying an extra 30 mins to do weights but that would be cutting it way to close for work. What to do?

by lix96 on Feb 6, 2012 at 7:19 pm

 great work with the running I'm the exact opposite of you I love lifting weights so much more than cardio. Especially if your beginning lifting weights and you like to stay lean what I would do is go to the gym and have more of a relaxed time there, just listen to chill out music and lift weights like you would do yoga.

by girldistyrbed on Feb 7, 2012 at 6:29 am

 Thank you, I think I've decided I'm going to have to hire a personal trainer to grab that cane and pull me off the treadmil, and get me a new routine going. I would like to take some classes but with 3 kids and they dont offer aftnoon classes its virtually impossible to make a class :(

by lovetolaff66 on Feb 7, 2012 at 12:12 pm

 I have the same exact problem! I am addicted to the calories and the strength training doesn't do it. Everyone says that you burn calories longer and it turns fat in to muscle, so I know it is good for me. I have just started doing it, but I am mourning the cardio! Even though it is hard, you can do it!

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Stepped it up

posted by garlington on 1:42 pm

Today I walked for 15 minutes on the treadmill and increased the speed from 2.0 tp 2.5... I burned an extra 23 cal... It was a definite challenge but not to much to scare me.. My goal is to increase speed while keeping my time on the treadmill at a min...

by girldistyrbed on Feb 7, 2012 at 6:33 am

 Good job! Keep it up and remember everybody stated somewhere.

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Just getting started here

posted by lovetolaff66 on 12:25 pm

 This is a great blog! I just joined livestrong and am finding it helpful in so many ways. When I want that extra serving I know I have to journal it so I more easily say no. I have only been doing cardio to lose weight (110 lbs)  and have recently been told by many people (and read a lot) that strength training is very important. So for the last two weeks I have been doing work outs on the exercise ball to a tape I have. It is definitely different and I find that I am using a lot of muscles that are stagnant! However, I can't seem to let go of the fact that I am burning about 25% less calories on the days that I combine this with my cardio compared to my cario days. I have another 8lbs to lose and I am hoping that while that is a goal I have, my new goal can be to strengthen my upper body and mid section to have better all round health. Any opions on whether the exercise ball is a good starting place? It seems to be comparable to Pilates.

by rosemary1979 on Feb 6, 2012 at 12:50 pm

 I don't know anything about the ball but it sure looks hard so I'm sure it's a good place to start. If you want to bump up your calorie burn while doing strength, try an interval training routine. I use Jillian's 30-day Shred DVD but there are a TON out there, I'm sure. The idea is that you keep your heart rate going AND do strength. I literally sweat the whole time. I definitely think it's worth changing up now and then. Stick with it and you'll surely see changes.

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HELP PLEASE

posted by FidelityBabe on 8:59 am


Hello everyone... 
I went to the gym on Friday; I did 2 hours of cardio on an elliptical and did one round of the circuit. I keep forgetting to weigh myself; to me it's not what's important to be honest.
The problem is I'm having a difficult time getting motivated; getting into the routine of going. I didn't go all weekend with no excuse why. Has anyone on here ever get together to exercise? I could really use a work out buddy. I haven't a clue what to do with the weights part and I know it's vital to losing fat.
 I could really use some help. I want to do this so badly but I honestly need a butt kicking and a little competition I think would help too.

by shawn1222 on Feb 6, 2012 at 12:57 pm

 It is well worth the money to work with a personal trainer...especially if you are a newbie to excercise...could save you many dissapointments, and possibly an accident or injury.
 
Last Monday I went to the spa with the intensions of hiring a PT...she probably saved my life, as they are required by law to take your blood pressure...I would have never thought I had high blood pressure...and my numbers were well above critical...I am used to doing an hour on the eliptical...with BP numbers as high as they were that day...I could have easily worked my way into a stroke or heart attack.
Several years ago I hired a PT...and had great results...if only to get you motivated, it is well worth $100 for a few visits.
Shawn  :)

by adelalla2002 on Feb 6, 2012 at 5:44 pm

Ditto on what Shawn said.  Congratulations on taking the first step.  It's the hardest one.  Someone told me once that it takes about 21 days to form any habit, good or bad.  After you've developed your routine, it will become a part of your daily life.  Just stay consistent.  You can do it!

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Done....First thing in am..!!!!!

posted by cincy1 on 6:13 am

interval day on treadmill 40min at 7.0 and 4.5 (longest i've ever done) !!! along with abs to start...feeling great and ready for monday...

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Exercising and gaining weight

posted by adelalla2002 on 5:53 am

Did Hip Hop Abs for 2 days in a row.  I feel great but weighed myself and gained weight!  Oh, no! I'm beginning the 3rd week of my exercise/healthier diet regimen.  I lost weight in the beginning and now I'm feeling discouraged.  I hope that this is just a temporary thing. Everyone says muscle weighs more than fat, but it's scary seeing the scale go up again.

by brotherchris66 on Feb 6, 2012 at 6:02 am

 I would recommend putting the scale in the closet and buying a good set of body calipers and a body circumference tape measure. Use these tools to gauge progress and break out the scale once a month or so. The scale is very fickle and can fluctuate several pounds in just one day. 
 
If you have over 35% bodyfat, you may want to just start with the tape measure. I measure neck, waist, hips, and buttocks. These are all common fat storage areas. If you are trying to increase muscle mass, you would want to measure arms and legs as well. These areas will reduce with initial fat loss and will increase with muscle gain afterwards.

by adelalla2002 on Feb 6, 2012 at 11:24 am

Thanks, brothercrhis66.  You are right.  My clothes are getting more loose and I'm able to do more when I exercise so I guess that's a good sign.  I will use measurements instead. 

by adelalla2002 on Feb 6, 2012 at 11:24 am

Thanks, brothercrhis66.  You are right.  My clothes are getting more loose and I'm able to do more when I exercise so I guess that's a good sign.  I will use measurements instead. 

by exhilaratedxd on Feb 6, 2012 at 2:39 pm

The thing you should be proud about is the fact that you've committed to exercising and eating healthier, not because of the number you see on the scales. Keep it up and you'll soon see results. I have this problem right now (I gained weight after running for 4 days) but I am feeling so much better. I think our body is just getting adjusted to this new change in activity and if you keep at it you'll slowly start to slim down! This takes a lot of patience but I know we can do it. Keep it up! :)

by cincy1 on Feb 6, 2012 at 5:03 pm

ditto on what brotherchris said----out with the scale...!!!!!

by adelalla2002 on Feb 6, 2012 at 5:41 pm

Thank you exhilaratedxd and cincy1!  I did 15 min on the stairs at work and 26 min of hip hop abs when I got home.  I feel great, but my appetite is huge!  How do you maintain portion control after working out?  I feel like I can eat a second dinner!

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6 pounds lost since January.

posted by mayonde on 5:25 am

My body feels so good. I did a 55 minute cardio work out today that used to kill me, but this time I had so much energy rocking it. Even though it was still challenging I was actually enjoying it :) Month 2 of constistent workouts and I'm starting to see the results. I'm aiming to lose two pounds a week now that I'm doing HIIT workouts from Turbo Fire and eating healthy.

by shawn1222 on Feb 6, 2012 at 8:59 am

 That is awesome...Congrats!

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Nope

posted by Cheese1980 on 1:14 am

Today is going to be a rest day. Two chunky running days at the weekend plus some serious strength and conditioning last Weds and Friday means I think I have earned it!
 
Took some vital stats at the weekend - my body fat percentage has come down a tiny bit, but still classes me as "obese". My BMI says I am "overweight". My resting heart rate classes me as an "athlete".
 
One could go mad with all these different numbers. My jeans are too big and yet another person asked me if I have lost weight. That's all better than numbers.

by shawn1222 on Feb 6, 2012 at 4:46 am

 lol...your title was straight and to the point...Cheese1980...After taking blood pressure medication for a week now I have achieved an athletic blood pressure rate, though I consider it cheating to achieve it via medication.
I agree...all these numbers complicate things a bit for me also.
 
Shawn  :)

by Cheese1980 on Feb 6, 2012 at 7:19 am

Afraid that is indeed cheating - my newly athletic resting heart rate is through blood sweat and tears. It was ~70 in October.
 
Another vital stat from the weekend is my waist to hip ratio (proxy for visceral fat). That's well within the healthy range. Which means I am carrying a LOT of fat on my backside, thighs and whatever. Husband said there might be a lot between my ears too :-)

by shawn1222 on Feb 6, 2012 at 9:04 am

 lol...I start with my personal trainer a week from today...It was just too dangerous last week with a blood pressure of 181/110...Something to think about is investing in a blood pressure monitor...I would have never thought I had high blood pressure...
Advice from my doctor and personal trainer was to wait a week for the blood pressure medicine to do it's work.
Off and ready to walk...I have been meeting my goal of a mile walk for three days in a row now.  
Have a Great Day,
 
Shawn  :)

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February 5th, 2012

4th day, feeling great!

posted by exhilaratedxd on 10:07 pm

Yesterday I said I was going to run 25 minutes straight, and I (almost) hit my goal! I had clocked 26 min. on the treadmill but I was distracted with a friend at the beginning, so I guess I could say I only did 22-23 min. Still, it was a good feeling and I wasn't panting as hard as before. Woo! I think I can definitely try 30 min. tomorrow. Afterwards, I did 2 5 minute runs.
 
Today's workout:
Running-about 35 minutes (4.0 incline)
8 minute abs (these are also getting easier!)
 
I also walk daily from the gym to my apartment, which is a total of 2 miles round trip, downhill and uphill. It's quite steep so I had some thigh muscles when I started, which might explain why I am improving my run time quickly each day. Ok, time to study! See you tomorrow! :)  

by namusia on Feb 5, 2012 at 10:40 pm

great job!

by exhilaratedxd on Feb 5, 2012 at 11:08 pm

Thank you!

by shawn1222 on Feb 6, 2012 at 4:50 am

 Congrats, Exhilarateddxd!  Twenty-Two or Twenty-Three, Twenty-Five...all are great time for running endurance!
 
Shawn  :)

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Ouch!

posted by amberbellaella on 8:17 pm

I just started working out on 1/26/12 and I only missed 3 days. I have been pushing myself really hard and my body hurts when I get home. My knees have also started to hurt when I do squats or any kind of lifting with my legs   So I'm taking a break tomorrow. I hope I don't hurt myself, that would suck!

by amberbellaella on Feb 5, 2012 at 8:18 pm

Opps I mean ouch!

by exhilaratedxd on Feb 5, 2012 at 10:16 pm

Oh no! I hope you feel better. It's good you are taking a break, you never know how serious a problem can get even if it's just a little one. I had small pain at my ankle and didn't care of it. Eventually it became a fracture. Not to scare you but it just shows you how important rest is! Maybe some heating pad can help. Good luck and I hope you get well soon!

by shawn1222 on Feb 6, 2012 at 4:54 am

 It's good never to over do on any aspect of dieting...perseverance will pay off in the long haul for a healthy body.  Congrats on your excercise goals!
 
Shawn  :)

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An easy day

posted by ann003 on 6:27 pm

I took my dog on a short hike (30 minutes).  Does dancing during the halftime show count?? 

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yes

posted by tb2012 on 6:07 pm

yes, today and yesterday.  need to keep it up! 

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Gym again, and have been taking the stairs.

posted by atrixa on 12:30 pm

Challenged myself to not use the lift today- I live on the 6th floor, thought I was going to die twice today when I was walking up them. Might make it a habit though :)
Gym: 20 mins cross trainer, 10 mins rowing, 10 mins walking uphill on treadmill, then some toning work.

by tb2012 on Feb 5, 2012 at 6:05 pm

 wow - that's a lot!  good for you!

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lazy weekend

posted by harmonyinmylife on 10:59 am

 I'm afraid I have had a really lazy weekend, I only managed to do half an hour of pilates and that was enough for me. The weather here in the uk is snowy one minute and rainy the next, then freezing cold, it was - 4 deg c, last night  so I think I have gone into hybernation mode and just want to curl up in front of the fire toasting crumpets or something. bbrrrrrrr...!

by exhilaratedxd on Feb 5, 2012 at 11:50 am

Oh no! Weather blues...I have it when it gets cold even here in california. How about warm up to some new home-workouts? Check out this video I recently discovered, you could just do it in your own living room!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sDK56RxaP2E

by harmonyinmylife on Feb 5, 2012 at 11:56 pm

 Thanks  exhilaratedxd thats great, I just checked it out. The sunny location makes me feel warmer already!

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Done....but not first thing in the am...late am

posted by cincy1 on 9:50 am

total body day...60min..
hard to do when it's not my normal time...5:30-6:00 am. I have to force myself anytime after 9am, but got it done anyway..!!!!

by exhilaratedxd on Feb 5, 2012 at 10:28 am

Wow, that is super early, but I know what you mean about doing something that is not on schedule. Congrats for sticking to your goal! Exercise no matter what :)

by cincy1 on Feb 5, 2012 at 6:57 pm

Thx!!!

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Super Sunday

posted by garlington on 8:38 am

I am officially off today from exercising... But I am trying to make it a habit to log in every day for accountability purposes... I hope everyone have a wonderful Sunday and enjoy the Super Bowl!!!

by cincy1 on Feb 5, 2012 at 9:51 am

great idea..!!!!

by exhilaratedxd on Feb 5, 2012 at 11:51 am

I've got the same goal as you!!! Happy Sunday :D

by MiAhi on Feb 5, 2012 at 2:39 pm

haha right on :) Today... I laz around and eat good super bowl foods. Tomorrow, back on it! 

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I don't get it

posted by aa013943 on 8:19 am

I gained weight.  I don't get it.  If this was week 2 or 3 I might understand that my body is resisting the changes but this is the start of week 7 and I'm down 26 lbs.  I feel awesome about the overall progress, but I simply don't understand what could be happening.  Not only have I stayed under my daily goal of 1400, but I only missed working out two days due to illness since I started and with the workouts my net is always WELL under the bar.  The funny thing is, I'm not even hungry.  I'm satisfied with what I'm eating.  That's just crazy because it wasn't just a lb, it was 4 lbs.  Well it made me angry and so I'm heading to the gym now to punish my body for messing with my brain like that.  

by garlington on Feb 5, 2012 at 8:35 am

Hi.. Do you think the retention is because you were sick??... I am not a doctor but maybe yours can give you some insight on the weight gain... Congrats for the weight loss!!! I am  only four days in But I am definitely pushing onward to make it seven weeks!!

by Cheese1980 on Feb 5, 2012 at 8:56 am

 did you see the conversation on the More than 50 pounds to lose group about gaining/not losing weight because Livestrong gives you too low a calorie target?
 

by cincy1 on Feb 5, 2012 at 9:37 am

Hey Gil,
it seems as if you're not eating enough, and be sure that whatever you're burning in exercise you need to consume. check out 'free and pratical exercise advice' the guy that heads it is mark--he's a personal trainer and a martial arts expert. you can ask him anything---be warned---he'll give it to you straight and he's not big into 'the scale', he's very helpful though.
whenever you're dealing with an illness--generally speaking i never think it's a good idea to weigh after that cause you're body does strange things---most of the time your metabolism slows down and goes into protection mode simply due to whatever illness you're facing.
congrats on the 26lbs...!!!!!!

by harmonyinmylife on Feb 5, 2012 at 10:51 am

 congratulations on loosing 26lbs, thats fantastic, do not be too hard on yourself about gaining 4lbs,  by next week end  I bet you would have already burned that off again. Like the others have said.... I expect it was because you were ill.

by adelalla2002 on Feb 5, 2012 at 1:16 pm

Congratulations also!  Don't overdo it, though.  All of the nutrition experts say that if you don't eat enough food, your body goes into starvation mode and then stores everything that you eat.  I worry about this because I have cut down a significant amount of what I normally eat and I don't get hungry.  I am usually well below the calorie bar that Livestrong sets too.  I've lost 9 pounds in 2 weeks.  This week, I'm going to try eating 5-6 small meals a day, even if I'm not hungry.

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Hello

posted by cycle57 on 8:01 am

Hey everyone. Still early but plan on exercising after lunch. I did exercise yesterday. Trying to get my body fat into the teens. I am at 24% right now. Since I have been on this site for the last week I have noticed my sugar intake is RIDICULOUS!!!!!! Never knew how much i consumed. I suppose that would explain the small tire I have around my waist. Any suggestions!!  I keep hearing about good sugars but what are those. Anyway happy exercising. GO GIANTS!!!!

by Cheese1980 on Feb 5, 2012 at 8:59 am

 I suspect good sugars are the ones you don't eat....

by brotherchris66 on Feb 6, 2012 at 5:55 am

 There are several kinds of sugars from sucrose, dextrose, fructose, glucose, etc. Bad sugars might be any sugar you add, like table sugar (sucrose). If you are insulin resistant or diabetic, bad sugars might also include high glycemic foods like watermelon, potatoes, and pineapple, apple juice.
 
In my opinion, none of these sugars are "bad" in and of themselves although I would stay away from high fructose corn syrup. The real question is, how much do you need in your diet and how much at any given time? Carbohydrates are the fuel your body and brain needs to function. Remember, however, if you dump more carbs into your blood than your body can use to replace glycogen stores in your liver and muscles, the excess will be stored as adipose tissue (fat). there is just no way around it.
 
Personally, I try to avoid any kind of sugar that I add to food except for small amounts in cooking. The one exception to this is when I am trying to induce an insulin spike. If you aren't trying to build muscle, you probably want to avoid any kind of major insulin spike.

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YES!

posted by auntchari on 7:59 am

I did the workout video "The Biggest Loser Power Walk" .  Gets your heart pumping.  Now just listening to music and about ready to tackle my chores.  Feeling good, even if it is a   foggy day out!

by Sherdawg53142 on Feb 5, 2012 at 8:47 pm

Godlover123 and I have that DVD. We love it, especially of you need a quick workout or just need something to satisfy the munchies. Have fun with it.

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running in the snow

posted by Cheese1980 on 3:30 am

 in shorts - good motivation to keep running or you get cold!!

by namusia on Feb 5, 2012 at 10:47 pm

ha ha dresing the part does help.

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Calories Burned:
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February 4th, 2012

Feel stronger day by day.

posted by exhilaratedxd on 8:04 pm

It's my third day since I've joined this group and let me tell you how excited I am!
I went to the gym again today with the goal of improving my running endurance (from 15 min. yesterday).
Today I ran for 20 min. straight, and then I did another 10 min. with NO problem. I had to go because I just really needed to study...

Here's the total workout today:
Running-30 min. (2x better than yesterday!)
8 min. abs
My goal tomorrow is to run 25 minutes straight.

I've also started to eat healthier, though I had to stay up last night and got the munchies. HOWEVER, I had some Fage greek yogurt (0%) and mixed it up with sugar free jello pudding. Whipping the two together gave it a very light but thick, creamy texture. Do you know how DELICIOUS that was?! I don't think I will ever need icecream ever again!!! Anyway, maybe that is why I had so much energy because the Fage yogurt contained a good amount of protein. Try it!

by harmonyinmylife on Feb 5, 2012 at 11:04 am

 pudding sounds lovely, don't know if it gave you energy though.  You are doing fantastic on the running, it will probably be 10k by next week!

by exhilaratedxd on Feb 5, 2012 at 11:49 am

Thanks for the support Harmony! That is a reach goal but the thought of that sounds awesome, I don't remember the last time I ran that far without stopping. We'll see what happens today :)

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Got it done--three days and counting

posted by strongdee on 7:14 pm

Went for a walk with the baby today and did some freeweights in the family room while the boys in the house watched the hockey game.  There I was, doing my workout right between the couch and tv.  I'm so determined to get my excercise in that I'll do whatever works. 

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Introduction

posted by ann003 on 5:32 pm

Hi!  I'm new to this group (and site).  I need to reduce my triglyceride and cholesterol levels in the next few months or else my doc is going to put me on meds.  Part of my lifestyle changes (in addition to overhauling my diet) is daily cardio.  I've been doing yoga and weight training here and there, but have been neglecting cardio.  I'm glad that there are communities like this one to help us all along our way!

by ann003 on Feb 4, 2012 at 5:34 pm

 And yes, I did exercise today.  15 minute walk with my dog + 30 minutes on an elliptical.  

by aa013943 on Feb 4, 2012 at 6:21 pm

I've been doing daily cardio for a month now.  My advice is to mix it up.  It can get boring when you do the same thing everyday.  I went from borderline meds to normal over 6 months so it can definitely be done.  Welcome! 

by exhilaratedxd on Feb 4, 2012 at 10:46 pm

Hi Ann! I'm so glad to be on here too! Thanks for your story, it is a good reminder that we can all control our own lives !

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Hip Hop Abs

posted by adelalla2002 on 4:39 pm

I just did Shaun T's Hip Hop Abs Total Body Burn for the first time, which was dancing for 20 minutes working out your abs and obliques.  My heart is pounding, I'm sweating, and I feel like I worked out my legs, arms, and stomach using weight machines.  But it was so much fun!  It is so much better than doing crunches and sit ups.  No wonder dancers have the best bodies! 

by strongdee on Feb 4, 2012 at 7:10 pm

Sounds like fun.  I love dancing too- although I'm slow to pick up on the footwork, which keeps me from want to go to a class.  Dancing with workout dvds is just my speed.  You've inspired me to try out out tomorrow.

by adelalla2002 on Feb 5, 2012 at 1:06 pm

So happy to hear that you're inspired.  I'm the same way with dance classes.  I almost always misstep the first few times, causing me to run right into the person next to me.  SO embarassing!  What dance did you do today?

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YES:

posted by Lynnda2012 on 3:22 pm

30 Mins Stationary Bike
15 Mins Elliptical (thought I would die) :)
30 Mins Walk/Jog
200 Arm Raises (50 at a time)
50 Squats
 

by exhilaratedxd on Feb 4, 2012 at 10:46 pm

Nice workout Lynnda!!!! Lots of variety :)

by Lynnda2012 on Feb 5, 2012 at 6:01 am

Thank you exhilaratedxd, I'm trying my best to get to the point when I walk 30 minutes on the elliptical without gasping for air and my knees caving. :) :) I'm going to keep trying until I make it. .........again, thank you so much...
 
-Linda

by exhilaratedxd on Feb 5, 2012 at 10:33 am

It takes repetition and patience, you'll feel much better everytime you get on the treadmill I promise! I felt that way last week and after running a bit longer everyday my muscles were able to endure much more. Just don't over do it!

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Back from illness

posted by brotherchris66 on 12:34 pm

 Nasty sinus infection put me down a couple of days this week. Did legs yesterday and shoulders today. Upped my weight on the crunch machine to 70 lbs and 100 reps and upped my pushups to 36 without rest. In the past two weeks I've lost an inch in my chest, hips and waist. Increased circumference of biceps, forearms, and quads by 1/4 to 1/2 inch.

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Today

posted by MiAhi on 10:50 am

Today I'm going to run outside because it's so gorgeous and sunny. :) 

by MiAhi on Feb 4, 2012 at 4:08 pm

and I did. Very nice and fun :) 

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Gym

posted by atrixa on 5:51 am

20 mins on treadmill- still can't run as far as i'd like, 5 mins rowing, 5 mins stepper, lots of toning work. My arms seem stronger already!

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I am Back

posted by garlington on 5:49 am

Good Morning... I just finished my 15 minutes on the treadmill... It's getting a little better... I notice that the hardest part for me is getting to the treadmill... I set my mind to exercise and then out of no where I am bombarded with negative thoughts... I am grateful for this site because now I have a "reason" to push pass those destructive thoughts and move forward... Everyone have a great day and for those who love football.... ENJOY THE SUPERBOWL!!!..... GOOOOOOO GIANTS!!!!! :)

by cincy1 on Feb 4, 2012 at 7:26 am

congrats...working out is such a mental thing--mostly mental. i work out 5-6 days/wk around 530 am---don't even let your mind wonder just try to get in the habit of doing something great for you each day. I take care of me first in the am--that's my present to myself each day i work out--no greater present than good health

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freezing cold run

posted by Cheese1980 on 2:53 am

 with two friends and a grumpy "do you know how cold it is?" husband

by cincy1 on Feb 4, 2012 at 6:14 am

lol---thx for the laugh, and I was complaining that's it's 53 here this am. Great job on the run..!!!!! you're more of a woman than me----I'm with your hubby--I hate the cold.

by Cheese1980 on Feb 4, 2012 at 8:22 am

 yep it was 27 degrees. Farenheit

by aa013943 on Feb 4, 2012 at 6:23 pm

If I was running towards a warm fireplace, that might work for me.  Otherwise 27 degrees is for the birds.  Actually penguins... the birds probably flew south.

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Member Cals Fat Cholest Sodium Carbs Sugars Fiber Protein
Totals: 215,122 9,364g 44,543mg 378,868mg 32,360g 10,681g 3,326g 14,040g
Averages: 973 42g 202mg 1,714mg 146g 48g 15g 64g
Members Tracking:
221
Calorie Goal:
329,827
Calories Consumed:
281,772
Calories Burned:
66,650
Net Calories Consumed:
215,122 (114,705 under)
% of calories burned:
23.65%