Hi-Lo with Deni Preston. It's on Disc 1, and I am going to have to do that again!!! That was fun AND challenging. That's a great one!! Lots of detox sweating going on. Just dripping off. FANTASTIC!
My abs are slowly getting back in shape. They split every pregnancy and they've healed together nicely. If your do that too- remember to take it very easy with those abs till the seal up, otherwise you end up widening the gap. I wrap mine for a few weeks after the baby- till they are almost completely together- then I just wrap them while working out till they feel firmly knitted. Wrapping them while working out keeps you from splitting them again and helps them remeber where they should be. I have a waist!! My hippo's WAY to large and in charge- those jumping jax are darned uncomfy with all that jiggle. But patience dearie, patience :) I can see it shrinking ever so slowly. It'll pick up in speed as I continue to work it.
I added some stretches, because I gotta get that back twist in there - mmmm. YUMMY!!
Remember, if you wanna lose you gotta move! Sensible diet - one size does NOT fit all!! So find one that suits your body's needs!! Then get that body moving!! Aerobics! Yoga! Dance! Step! Weights! Kick Box! Bells! There are so many choices. Try them all and see what you like. When you find one you like you're more likely to keep at it. Or like me you can switch it up. Whatever you do - MOVE!! And enjoy your body's movement abilities!! It's great!
And on with my day!! Here we go!
Sweat on!
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
Friday, May 27, 2011
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Wednesday I tried to post... dunno why I couldn't. But I did Strength training with Deni Preston!! Lots of fun.
Thursday I woke up sick... so by the time I was feeling better it was too late in the day to get it in :(
Friday- today!! Intergral training with Deni!! Loads of Fun!! She points out her son, Nate in class today - he blushes - very sweet. He's HUGE by the way!! Deni such a tiny little thing and "Nater" (guessing that's a childhood name) is just enormous in comparison.
With this work out I sweated like a piggy!! YAH!! I need a good sweat! LOVE IT!! The cool down was soooo appreciated, and the stretching is my FAVORITE!! Lots of jumping in this one- which made me feel huge with all this baby weight flabbing around. But!!!--
It's slowly coming off!! I have lost a total of 4 inches so far since I measured. YAY!! Yeah, I know it's baby weight, but it's still a challenge to A) Live with and B) Get rid of and C) Find clothes for. So we want to lose this as quickly as possible.
Due to DH being out of town lately and illness I have been unable to get outside and really run. I mean I am running around with the kids when I'm not carrying the baby, but still that's not REALLY running in my book.
So, with him back in town I plan on getting out there ASAP. I think my thyroid is acting up again - as I have been ill this week. I think I poisoned myself which set it off... I ate something that wasn't labeled well, and had hidden glutens in it. So I got well and truly sick Monday night. Which is why Tuesday was a nogo. But Thursday it was still hanging around.... I still don't feel quite right. But hopefully all this sweating will help me recover.
Sweat on!! There are so many benefits to working out anf sweating out those toxins!! Sweat on!!
Thursday I woke up sick... so by the time I was feeling better it was too late in the day to get it in :(
Friday- today!! Intergral training with Deni!! Loads of Fun!! She points out her son, Nate in class today - he blushes - very sweet. He's HUGE by the way!! Deni such a tiny little thing and "Nater" (guessing that's a childhood name) is just enormous in comparison.
With this work out I sweated like a piggy!! YAH!! I need a good sweat! LOVE IT!! The cool down was soooo appreciated, and the stretching is my FAVORITE!! Lots of jumping in this one- which made me feel huge with all this baby weight flabbing around. But!!!--
It's slowly coming off!! I have lost a total of 4 inches so far since I measured. YAY!! Yeah, I know it's baby weight, but it's still a challenge to A) Live with and B) Get rid of and C) Find clothes for. So we want to lose this as quickly as possible.
Due to DH being out of town lately and illness I have been unable to get outside and really run. I mean I am running around with the kids when I'm not carrying the baby, but still that's not REALLY running in my book.
So, with him back in town I plan on getting out there ASAP. I think my thyroid is acting up again - as I have been ill this week. I think I poisoned myself which set it off... I ate something that wasn't labeled well, and had hidden glutens in it. So I got well and truly sick Monday night. Which is why Tuesday was a nogo. But Thursday it was still hanging around.... I still don't feel quite right. But hopefully all this sweating will help me recover.
Sweat on!! There are so many benefits to working out anf sweating out those toxins!! Sweat on!!
Monday, May 23, 2011
Monday!!
LAst week was finished out with LOTS of gardening and animal work which was EXERCISE!!!
Today- 15 basic flows, Warrior (all variations), chair, etc, then some weight lifting with my upper body.
The sun is coming up at 5:30 am... you know what that means.... YAY!
Today- 15 basic flows, Warrior (all variations), chair, etc, then some weight lifting with my upper body.
The sun is coming up at 5:30 am... you know what that means.... YAY!
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
Wednesday!
Strength Training with Deni!! The AWESOME leglifts! Wheew!!
I can tell I'm building and toning my muscles. They are beginning to sick out further than the fat. ha ha. my legs are stronger! My bum is smaller. My rear always gets so big when I'm preggo. Grrr. But's it's shrinking. THe amazing shrinking hippo!! That's me.
So running, yoga, and strength training. I'm gonna be adding something to just vary it a little more yet.
THe run I was planning- there is a problem with finances. Due to a deer collision, among other incedences that required $ for repairs, I doubt I'll have the funds to run the race. But I'll run is spirit, if nothing else. I hate to say this, but while my workouts takes priority, having tranportation is somewhat higher on my list. I am still trying to find a way to make it, maybe I'll only be able to afford the shorter run entry. We'll wait and see what I can come up with. But as it stands now... I think it's a standard side effect of having 7 kids :)
I'll have to plan saving up even earlier next time I find a race I wanna do. Planning Planning. It's a learning process, everyone.
I can tell I'm building and toning my muscles. They are beginning to sick out further than the fat. ha ha. my legs are stronger! My bum is smaller. My rear always gets so big when I'm preggo. Grrr. But's it's shrinking. THe amazing shrinking hippo!! That's me.
So running, yoga, and strength training. I'm gonna be adding something to just vary it a little more yet.
THe run I was planning- there is a problem with finances. Due to a deer collision, among other incedences that required $ for repairs, I doubt I'll have the funds to run the race. But I'll run is spirit, if nothing else. I hate to say this, but while my workouts takes priority, having tranportation is somewhat higher on my list. I am still trying to find a way to make it, maybe I'll only be able to afford the shorter run entry. We'll wait and see what I can come up with. But as it stands now... I think it's a standard side effect of having 7 kids :)
I'll have to plan saving up even earlier next time I find a race I wanna do. Planning Planning. It's a learning process, everyone.
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
Tuesday!
Yoga with DEni Preston, with an emphasis on back bending! Bow! HARD! Wheel! Tough! Every position soooo worth the effort. Thank you, Deni!!! I am going to get more into yoga again, backing off a little on the running. I have gained the confidence I was looking for with my running and I will be keeping it up, just at a more moderate pace. I even enjoyed Triangle a little bit today. Learning to have more patience with that pose.
Been reading that Journey into Power book some more. I'm been observing and subconsiously fixing things slowly. Very interesting to experience. The next step for me is to push just a little further. It's a big challenge for me as I am always thinking about the energy I need to carry me through the rest of my day, so I hold back a little each time. I'm going to observe this habit and hopefully like the last principle, I will begin to slowly push a teensy bit more. It's all a gradual process, because after all all of life is a journey. There are no destinations, just little pit stops along the way. We should enjoy the stops, but enjoy the journey as well. Each in its time and moment.
Namaste!!
Been reading that Journey into Power book some more. I'm been observing and subconsiously fixing things slowly. Very interesting to experience. The next step for me is to push just a little further. It's a big challenge for me as I am always thinking about the energy I need to carry me through the rest of my day, so I hold back a little each time. I'm going to observe this habit and hopefully like the last principle, I will begin to slowly push a teensy bit more. It's all a gradual process, because after all all of life is a journey. There are no destinations, just little pit stops along the way. We should enjoy the stops, but enjoy the journey as well. Each in its time and moment.
Namaste!!
Weights to add or take away...
In my efforts to follow the Fitness Queen's advice I have put my anklw weights together and looped them onto my waist!!! Such a simple thing and not nearly as expensive as buying a vest! YAY for engenuity!
I get the same work out without the joint issues. I also can use these weights for lifting. THey were cheaper than barbells. Go figure!
I get the same work out without the joint issues. I also can use these weights for lifting. THey were cheaper than barbells. Go figure!
Monday, May 9, 2011
Monday-
Ran on the treadmill this am for about an hour. Took the weekend off- did tons of walking, on a two day trip with the Fam. It was terrif. But no running, or workouts this weekend.
Tomorrow I'm doing a strength training with Deni!! So stay tuned :)
Tomorrow I'm doing a strength training with Deni!! So stay tuned :)
Thursday, May 5, 2011
Thursday and Decision!
Aerobics with Deni Preston!! Fabu!!
Decision: I am NOT having any fun with my training. Running is just about the only thing I do on a regular basis FOR fun!! SO I should be having fun! But I'm not. WHy? This training schedule is taking all the fun out of it!! I am not ready to push myself this hard. I'm 10 weeks post partum. I can run 7 miles if I work hard, and I can run 5 easy. That is an accomplishment. I enjoy running when I'm not quite killing myself. I will get to the 13.2 miles, at my own pace. Eventually I get to 26 plus. BUT right now, I need to back off the training. My Saturdays are all about my runs... we are going out of town this weekend for FUN! ANd I do not want to be thinking about my runs/workouts all the time. I want to have fun with our kids, instead of being too tired to run through the yard with them, because I used up all my energy running that morning. If I don't feel like eating, then I don't want that effecting me the next day because I pushed myself harder than I want to. So- the decision I am making is at this run coming up will be, for me, a 10 K. I will be able to run the 13 a month or more later. I am happy with this decision. I feel good about running again. YAY! And the next run will be FUN. Up until now I have only run one time for FUN! I am just not into training, I guess.
If I have disappointed anyone with this decision, tough toots. I have not lost any confidence in myself. I will accomplish my goals for running. Just on MY terms, and not some schedule's. Those of you who know me well, may wonder why I didn't figure this out sooner :)
I LOVED my workout this morning! The Aweful Leg Lifts have become the AWESOME Leg Lifts, as they are EASY now!!! WHoooo Hoooo. Man, I hope one day Triangle is like that. I LOVE the calf exercises!! And I do soooo many bicycles it's not funny!, trying to get my abs strong again. Not that I ever had a 4 pack... but they are very weak still.
Thanks for reading!!! SWEAT ON!!!
Decision: I am NOT having any fun with my training. Running is just about the only thing I do on a regular basis FOR fun!! SO I should be having fun! But I'm not. WHy? This training schedule is taking all the fun out of it!! I am not ready to push myself this hard. I'm 10 weeks post partum. I can run 7 miles if I work hard, and I can run 5 easy. That is an accomplishment. I enjoy running when I'm not quite killing myself. I will get to the 13.2 miles, at my own pace. Eventually I get to 26 plus. BUT right now, I need to back off the training. My Saturdays are all about my runs... we are going out of town this weekend for FUN! ANd I do not want to be thinking about my runs/workouts all the time. I want to have fun with our kids, instead of being too tired to run through the yard with them, because I used up all my energy running that morning. If I don't feel like eating, then I don't want that effecting me the next day because I pushed myself harder than I want to. So- the decision I am making is at this run coming up will be, for me, a 10 K. I will be able to run the 13 a month or more later. I am happy with this decision. I feel good about running again. YAY! And the next run will be FUN. Up until now I have only run one time for FUN! I am just not into training, I guess.
If I have disappointed anyone with this decision, tough toots. I have not lost any confidence in myself. I will accomplish my goals for running. Just on MY terms, and not some schedule's. Those of you who know me well, may wonder why I didn't figure this out sooner :)
I LOVED my workout this morning! The Aweful Leg Lifts have become the AWESOME Leg Lifts, as they are EASY now!!! WHoooo Hoooo. Man, I hope one day Triangle is like that. I LOVE the calf exercises!! And I do soooo many bicycles it's not funny!, trying to get my abs strong again. Not that I ever had a 4 pack... but they are very weak still.
Thanks for reading!!! SWEAT ON!!!
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
Tuesday-
Stregth Training!! With our friend, Deni Preston!! Squats are beginning to kill me!! I have a perpetual burning sensation in my legs that has lasted for at least two weeks now. It's becoming comfortable and it feels almost cool (temperature, not "kewl"). I don't know what it means and if you have any ideas please inform me of them !! I don't mind. It's not the ooohh, I worked out and am a little sore feeling - it's very different. But like I said I think I'm used to it now.
I am gaining muscle. I put on a few lbs, then lost them again a few weeks later. As you know muscles weighs more that fat- so when we gain muscle, even if we're burning fat, we gain a little weight before losing more. YEs, I weighed myself - I was curious. But I'm not beating myself up about it. It's baby weight. ANd late in pregnancy, aside from walking, I'm not comfortable enough to do anything much in the way of exercise. So I'm working of getting my fitness BACK! And my shape... I'm a dumpy little thing right now. Thick in the middle, extra up down and down low. But I'm working on it, and while its not melting away as quickly as I would like - I'm impatient - I'm trying to be patient anf forgiving of myself.
This morning's workout was with the baby, as others have been. Sometimes she's my weight, sometimes I'm rocking her chair with my foot while moving, etc. It brings an added bit of interest to the workout, unless she's screaming - then the workout halts for nursing. But hey! What can ya do?
Good workout - pushed myself - YAY! Need a shower and get my day started... it seems I'm always overbooked! Gotta run! Sweat on!!
I am gaining muscle. I put on a few lbs, then lost them again a few weeks later. As you know muscles weighs more that fat- so when we gain muscle, even if we're burning fat, we gain a little weight before losing more. YEs, I weighed myself - I was curious. But I'm not beating myself up about it. It's baby weight. ANd late in pregnancy, aside from walking, I'm not comfortable enough to do anything much in the way of exercise. So I'm working of getting my fitness BACK! And my shape... I'm a dumpy little thing right now. Thick in the middle, extra up down and down low. But I'm working on it, and while its not melting away as quickly as I would like - I'm impatient - I'm trying to be patient anf forgiving of myself.
This morning's workout was with the baby, as others have been. Sometimes she's my weight, sometimes I'm rocking her chair with my foot while moving, etc. It brings an added bit of interest to the workout, unless she's screaming - then the workout halts for nursing. But hey! What can ya do?
Good workout - pushed myself - YAY! Need a shower and get my day started... it seems I'm always overbooked! Gotta run! Sweat on!!
Monday, May 2, 2011
Weekend catch up-
Thursday was what the kids call a "Squish Day"- have I mentioned this before?? Anyway- it was a long run and strength training. I was beat after wards.
Friday- Cross Training. I did some serious FLOW Yoga! Whew Wee! Friday was also a bummed out day - so I forgot to eat. Yes, it can be done. That said let me tell you about Saturday...
7 miles. The first 3 were fabtastic. Then suddenly I felt ravenous and amazingly thristy. Kept going. Hit my 3.5 mile marker (which is an old unsued mailbox on the side of the road), and turned around. At this point my MP3 player died. I forgot to charge the battery. And this is where a nice run turned into Hades. I had no music to distract from the discomfort at this point...
The hunger increased, then suddenly disappeared replaced with EXHAUSTION!!! So as I am forcing my body to keep going out of sheer stubborness, I am thinking to myself, "No matter what your weight you MUST eat if you're gonna run," followed by a few explicatives. Okay so here I am stumbling down the road with 2 1/2 miles to go, talking to my body now like it's a horse. "keep going, hunny. one foot after the other." until I feel too thristy and my throat gets so dry it begin to feel sore. But I keep THINKING thoughts at my body as we keep going.
The hills are killer!! SO I admit I walked not quite a half a mile on my way back. But I speed walked! I didn't laze it out... why? Cuz the sooner I got back the sooner I could stop moving.
When I did get back I DID stretch!!! But I could also barely move!! ANd the rest of the day my body sucked my brain power, and I was shy of several IQ points all day. But I got through it.
Important lesson learned: I MUST eat!! Also I increased the weight of my ankle weights!! I am SICK TO DEATH of those hills kicking my booty!! So....
Monday, today I ran on the treadmill for an hour and a half with an extra 2.5 lbs on each leg!!! And I will EAT !!! - except when I'm fasting naturally, which I'll talk more about later... but I am looking forward to a longer juice fast when the baby stops nursing!!
Moral- EAT! Increase weights. Do NOT work to exhaustion!!! Bad bad bad!
Sweat on, ya'll!!!
Friday- Cross Training. I did some serious FLOW Yoga! Whew Wee! Friday was also a bummed out day - so I forgot to eat. Yes, it can be done. That said let me tell you about Saturday...
7 miles. The first 3 were fabtastic. Then suddenly I felt ravenous and amazingly thristy. Kept going. Hit my 3.5 mile marker (which is an old unsued mailbox on the side of the road), and turned around. At this point my MP3 player died. I forgot to charge the battery. And this is where a nice run turned into Hades. I had no music to distract from the discomfort at this point...
The hunger increased, then suddenly disappeared replaced with EXHAUSTION!!! So as I am forcing my body to keep going out of sheer stubborness, I am thinking to myself, "No matter what your weight you MUST eat if you're gonna run," followed by a few explicatives. Okay so here I am stumbling down the road with 2 1/2 miles to go, talking to my body now like it's a horse. "keep going, hunny. one foot after the other." until I feel too thristy and my throat gets so dry it begin to feel sore. But I keep THINKING thoughts at my body as we keep going.
The hills are killer!! SO I admit I walked not quite a half a mile on my way back. But I speed walked! I didn't laze it out... why? Cuz the sooner I got back the sooner I could stop moving.
When I did get back I DID stretch!!! But I could also barely move!! ANd the rest of the day my body sucked my brain power, and I was shy of several IQ points all day. But I got through it.
Important lesson learned: I MUST eat!! Also I increased the weight of my ankle weights!! I am SICK TO DEATH of those hills kicking my booty!! So....
Monday, today I ran on the treadmill for an hour and a half with an extra 2.5 lbs on each leg!!! And I will EAT !!! - except when I'm fasting naturally, which I'll talk more about later... but I am looking forward to a longer juice fast when the baby stops nursing!!
Moral- EAT! Increase weights. Do NOT work to exhaustion!!! Bad bad bad!
Sweat on, ya'll!!!
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