Anyone else workout today? If so, what do you do?
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| Posted by: mysweetpeasWil&Wes Dec 31 2007, 12:52 PM |
| I took a 90 minute class at my gym today! I feel GREAT!! It was three 30 minute sessions - first NIA, then hi-lo aerobics, then weight conditioning! I did the same Christmas Eve. Burning off some calories before wine tonight! Anyone else workout today? If so, what do you do? |
| Posted by: amynicole21 Dec 31 2007, 01:05 PM |
Holy!  I think I'd drop dead I worked out yesterday... typical rotation of weight machines and a 30min treadmill walk at a really high incline that makes my bootie ache.  |
| Posted by: Calimama Dec 31 2007, 01:21 PM |
I do everyday, but I REALLY need to switch it up. I usually run 2 miles and then ride my exercise bike 2 miles.. but lately it doesn't FEEL like it's doing anything. No burn.. nothing.  |
| Posted by: Brias3 Dec 31 2007, 01:26 PM | ||
I've gotten to that point too. I've been horrible about getting to the Y where I take classes, but I've been consistently running about 3-4 miles four times a week. I used to HATE running but now have gotten into a good routine of it, only problem is that I'm not feeling the "burn" like you said! I think I need to add more variety to my routine, but I'm already on limited time to workout so its hard! |
| Posted by: gr33n3y3z Dec 31 2007, 01:53 PM |
When the weather lets me I ride Johns Bike about 6 miles a day or so .... its been more so  |
| Posted by: Hillbilly Housewife Dec 31 2007, 01:54 PM |
| Nah... i do some yoga now and then, that's about it. |
| Posted by: PrairieMom Dec 31 2007, 01:57 PM |
| um... I carried laundry baskets up 3 flights of stairs... does that count? I gotta ask, WTH is wrong with you people?  i do not run unless someone is chasing me with a weapon, and the only weights I lift are my kids. i am not one of those people that feel really good after a work out. I'm usually sweaty, tired, hot, stinky and just plain annoyed that I worked out. |
| Posted by: Maddie&EthansMom Dec 31 2007, 02:05 PM |
| I love our total conditioning class (90mins). But I have to work up to it. There's no way I could take it right now. I'm going to start back to the gym when the kids are back in school next week. I can't wait!!! It won't take me long to become addicted again.  |
| Posted by: mysweetpeasWil&Wes Dec 31 2007, 02:07 PM | ||
 You crack me up Tara! See, working out to me seriously gives me a high. I'm a wreck if I don't do it. Emotionally, that is. Total b___, like how some people get if they don't have sex in a long time. It's not all about getting in shape, but how it helps me mentally get through my day.  I am not a runner. You guys that ride bikes and run, more power to you. If it's not a class, where someone is shouting at me to keep moving, loud music, routine type stuff, I'm not really motivated. Treadmill and eliptical are okay, I did that yesterday for about an hour, but I live for taking classes. Yeah, try something different if you're not feeling the burn!! Your muscles have probably already hit their max with the exercise you're doing. Give them a break for a while and try something new. Then go back to it. You'll see a difference. I think mixing it up also helps get you over that weight plateau (where you stay at the same weight or don't see the results you're looking for). JMO |
| Posted by: luvmykids Dec 31 2007, 02:11 PM | ||
Same exact thing here! |
| Posted by: Calimama Dec 31 2007, 02:49 PM | ||
Everyone tells me I'm crazy when I say I do it for the way I feel MENTALLY after working out. Glad I'm not alone!  Maybe I'll try some classes at the gym! |
| Posted by: Maddie&EthansMom Dec 31 2007, 03:10 PM |
| I live for the classes, too. I'm not really a cardio person, either. I love cardio kickboxing, but only b/c I can take out my frustrations in there. Weights are more my thing. |
| Posted by: luvmykids Dec 31 2007, 03:34 PM |
| Ok, so what do you recommend for a beginner? My goals are just to tone up and get my heart healthy...not lose weight. I really don't like to exercise. Any suggestions? |
| Posted by: Hillbilly Housewife Dec 31 2007, 04:19 PM |
| in all honesty...just do excercies that relate to your daily life. Put heavier things in your laundry basket... go up and down stairs with weights around your ankles...things like that. |
| Posted by: MyBrownEyedBoy Dec 31 2007, 04:43 PM | ||||
Seriously, you two make me ill. The only time I'm doing any running is if something with big claws and teeth is chasing me. |
| Posted by: Calimama Dec 31 2007, 04:53 PM | ||||||
I used to be like that too. I HATED to run, but loved to play soccer.. so I learned to love running. |
| Posted by: PrairieMom Dec 31 2007, 05:20 PM | ||
Out of all the things you could choose to learn...  |
| Posted by: luvmykids Dec 31 2007, 05:55 PM | ||
Ironically, I ran cross country in high school and LOVED it. I don't know what was wrong with me then |
| Posted by: CantWait Jan 1 2008, 06:33 AM |
| We've had the gym close twice in the last week because of heavy snow, uncluding yesterday. It's closed today because it's New Years Day. I haven't been to the gym in the last 4 days. It's killing me thinking about the weight that is being put on. I did shovel for about 45 minutes yesterday, and came in the house nasty and sweaty, and I trekked through the snow for half an hour the other day and got a good walk in. |
| Posted by: CantWait Jan 1 2008, 06:34 AM | ||||
If you enjoy running, try adding an incline to your treadmill run. Even if I just walk with a steep incline, I really feel it in my butt. |
| Posted by: Calimama Jan 1 2008, 07:25 AM | ||||
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| Posted by: mysweetpeasWil&Wes Jan 1 2008, 12:57 PM | ||
To tone up, I would try a conditioning class. Or circuit training. Start with 3's or 5's and then move your way up. I like the conditioning classes because they get your heart rate up too. So you are burning calories as well as toning. And in a class, someone is counting the reps for you, which I'm not good at doing on my own in the weight room. In my conditioning class, we use free weights, the bar, the rubber bands, balls, bosus, and sometimes gliders. Oh and ankle weights. You work your whole body, but if you don't like the fast paced routine of step or kickboxing, this would be the way to start. HTH |
| Posted by: boyohboyohboy Jan 1 2008, 04:48 PM |
| I just got THE FIRM, its a total body weight work out, it comes with 6 dvd's and tells you what days to do what dvd and comes with a great menu plan.. i hope to stick to it! its been around for a while now...so hope thats a good sign. |
| Posted by: choochoo Feb 6 2008, 02:11 PM |
| Anybody tried Belly Dancing? I have some DVDs and it's pretty fun. I know there are some classes held around here, but I haven't gone out and joined them...'cuz I want to shake my hips and belly in my own home, thankyouverymuch. |
| Posted by: luvmykids Feb 6 2008, 02:17 PM | ||
I haven't tried it, but I have a friend who is, believe it or not, a professional bellydancer I've never seen such a rock hard six pack on a girl |