October exercise challenge

[Morn]

Ok peeps who is in with me for the Month of October! This thead is for anyone who wants to get serious about their commitment to get moving and exercise. You all know the drill. You pick what you want to do and your weekly/monthly goals and come here when you do it and post what you do for the day. Any form of exercise is acceptable, - walking, running, biking, aerobics, swimming, martial arts, yoga, rebounding, weight liifting, etc. The key is to get that body moving!

This is an excellent way to be held accountable before all your raw exercise friends and most of all yourself. Now for anyone who is on the fence about joining thank about all the holiday parties that are coming up in a few months and how you want to look fabulous in those threads! You have a few months to fit in that tiny little black dress and you can do it if you start now!

My goal is to exercise 5 days and week and have fun doing so! What are your goals and who is with me!:D

[ReneeH]

O.K. MORN!!! You talked me into it!!! :) I do really need this!!!

O.K., Here's what I'm gonna do:

Because I work the RED EYE Shift twice a week, those will be my rest days because I am literally a zombie usually those days! :eek: All other days I will commit to doing no less than 30 minutes 5 days a week. My goal will be 1 hour a week, but since I homeschool, I may only get to do 30 minutes some days.

I'm also going to put a reminder in my phone so that I will not forget!!! :) I will try to post daily, or every other day....

Thanks for this thread! I'm gonna start tomorrow...even though this starts in October...what can I say, I've always been a zealous one!!! :o

See ya on the Bike Trail!!!

ReneeH

[OneBite@aTime]

I started yesterday-loooving this thred!
Goal-something, anything done (exercise) with a positive attitude 5x each week

[Morn]

Great to have you both on board. It will be great to have the company.

5 days a week for all of us! We will all be looking mighty fine come December!

No stress of pressure here so if you miss a day just kick it in gear the next!

October is going to be a fabulous month!

[RawTerri]

Hi all,

Just saw this thread (thanks ReneeH for mentioning it on the monthly raw challenge board)
anyhoo, this is perfect because I just started exercising daily and it would be great to post results/challenges/etc.

Okay, so in the past I was just bicycling and I have just added the rebounder yesterday, so my goals this week.

Exercise 5-6 days a week for 1 hour. I plan to break it up so it can be 30 minutes Rebounder, 30 minutes bike or treadmill or fluidity or 1 hour fitness tape.

Will post my exercise for today later.

Terri

[buffalogal]

Hi Folks - I have made an attempt previously to commit to exercising every day, but somehow (?) got off the track and didn't follow through. So I'm going to try it again this month. I actually started two days ago on Monday....I really felt that I needed it as we just got back from a cruise and, of course, ate too much. This month I'm going to make a real effort to eat more raw and exercise. I actually work at the front desk of a health club, so there's really no excuse for me not exercising....just laziness I guess. So I'm really going to make a real effort this month - no excuses!! Good luck to all of you!!:)

[rawlearner]

Count me in. I'm new to the forum and I really am looking forward to the support it offers.

I already started last week - here's my goal for 5X this week.

Yoga warm up stretches
treadmill - 1.25 @ 3 mph
rebounder 10 min

Thanks for starting this thread.
Dar

BTW what does "seed" "sprout" etc come from and mean?

[healthdiva]

I'm in, my goal is 5 times a week for at least 45 minutes a session.

[ReneeH]

COPIED FROM MY BLOG:

You guys are NOT gonna believe this!!!

I ACTUALLY BIKED 3 MILES TODAY!!!!

](Now, where is Starfire with the Avatars jumping up and down when I need one!!!!!!! )

My best Friend and I decided to go for a little ride this morning... YEA, "little ride"...HA!!!!

O.K..., first of all, this girl's a 18-Year Police Officer who decided to become my "OFFICIAL CERTIFIED DRILL SERGEANT"!!! God love her, she TOTALLY worked my HINEY OFF YAU'LL!!!! When we came to the inclines, she wouldn't even let me WALK THEM!!!! Can you believe that? Now people, it's been a good 3-4 years since I've done anything like that before.... I mean, yes I went up and down my street the other day... But NOTHING LIKE THIS!!!

So, I wobbled my poor little tired self home afterwards and, believe it or not...I actually felt GREAT!!! I'm REALLY glad I went and I think I'll go again!!!!!! What can I say? I'm a Sucker for Punishment!!!!!



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TODAYS MENU:

Fruit Salad
Bananas
Alissa's Eggplant Pizza
Alissa's Stuffed Portabella Mush Caps (I'm Addicted!!!)
Green Smoothie

Peace w/ RAW!
Nee':D

[Morn]

COPIED FROM MY BLOG:

You guys are NOT gonna believe this!!!

I ACTUALLY BIKED 3 MILES TODAY!!!!

](Now, where is Starfire with the Avatars jumping up and down when I need one!!!!!!! )

My best Friend and I decided to go for a little ride this morning... YEA, "little ride"...HA!!!!

O.K..., first of all, this girl's a 18-Year Police Officer who decided to become my "OFFICIAL CERTIFIED DRILL SERGEANT"!!! God love her, she TOTALLY worked my HINEY OFF YAU'LL!!!! When we came to the inclines, she wouldn't even let me WALK THEM!!!! Can you believe that? Now people, it's been a good 3-4 years since I've done anything like that before.... I mean, yes I went up and down my street the other day... But NOTHING LIKE THIS!!!

So, I wobbled my poor little tired self home afterwards and, believe it or not...I actually felt GREAT!!! I'm REALLY glad I went and I think I'll go again!!!!!! What can I say? I'm a Sucker for Punishment!!!!!



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TODAYS MENU:

Fruit Salad
Bananas
Alissa's Eggplant Pizza
Alissa's Stuffed Portabella Mush Caps (I'm Addicted!!!)
Green Smoothie

Peace w/ RAW!
Nee':D

Yeah for you! I always feel better and have more energy after I exercise!

[Morn]

Count me in. I'm new to the forum and I really am looking forward to the support it offers.

I already started last week - here's my goal for 5X this week.

Yoga warm up stretches
treadmill - 1.25 @ 3 mph
rebounder 10 min

Thanks for starting this thread.
Dar

BTW what does "seed" "sprout" etc come from and mean?

Welcome! The seed is the first on-line status you get and after you post a bit you turn into a sprout - all the way up to a tree. I has to do with how many posts you do on the forum.

[Morn]

Today's exercise: 35 minutes

15 minutes on the stationary bike
15 minutes on the stair master
5 minutes of abs

[Morn]

WE have a great group going! Welcome to everyone - you are all so ambitious! Remember if you miss a day or your goal just jump back in the next day. I know life happens! The idea is to get more active than you have been and to get off our duffs and make them smaller! You guys Rawk. Ok here is this month's group so far:

Morn
Renee H
One Bite at a time!
Health Diva
Raw Learner
Buffalogal
Raw Terri

[rawlearner]

Thanks, Morn.

Yoga stretch routine
Treadmill 1.25 mi
rebounder 15 min

ReneeH, Good job.

Sleep well all,
Dar

[buffalogal]

Day 1: Did 150 situps and took a one-hour long aerobics class at the gym I work at.:D

[rawlearner]

Yeah, Buffalogal!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[rawlearner]

Way to go Buffalogal!!!

Renee, how are you today. Are you able to move?

I reached my goal today but no more. I'm doing the MC and my energy wasn't terrific today.

Where are the rest of you? Hope to hear from you by tomorrow.

Dar

[Morn]

Today’s exercise: 1 hour of double step aerobics

[buffalogal]

Since I only have use of a computer from 5:00-10:00AM Monday-Friday, I will always be a day behind.....I will be putting in yesterday's exercise today...on weekends, I will have to wait until Monday.

Anyway, day 2's exercise: 150 situps, one mile on the treadmill @ 3.5MPH, 2 miles on the stationary bike and 30 minutes on the weight machines. Still not thrilled about it though!:(

[rawlearner]

Buffalogal, are you not thrilled with doing the exercise or that you aren't doing enough?

[ReneeH]

Busy day yesterday....couldn't post...

Yesterday I did some MAJOR laundry and cleaning... TRUST ME, that ***WAS*** EXERCISE and I'M TOTALLY feeling it today!!!!

Today I'm setting up my gym downstairs (it was upstairs, but I was not using it, so I'm putting it downstairs where's it's sunny and bright and where I spend most of my time.

30 min treadmill
30 min weights

HAVE A RAWSOME DAY!!!

[AvoKing]

I am a rock climber, so I hope to get into the gym more as well as outdoors and supplement with some cardio training. My goal is two days a week in the gym and one day a week doing some form of cardio. I also hope to get on an outdoor trip at least once a month. It's going to be hard to do that for the rest of the year, but I have one trip planned in November. I just need to get at least one in here in October :)

[trinut001]

me me me count me in!!!!! I want to excercise 5-6 times a week doing jogging/walking/hiking/biking and also the totaly gym 3 times a week

Yesterday I jog/walked for 25 min
stretched and abs 15 min
totaly gym -20-30 min

Today 35 min jog/walk (fell flat on my face though and almost landed on a cactus!)
stretched and abs 15 min
will probably do the total gym later.

Cleaned the house for 1.5 hours and I still have more to do!

[Morn]

Since I only have use of a computer from 5:00-10:00AM Monday-Friday, I will always be a day behind.....I will be putting in yesterday's exercise today...on weekends, I will have to wait until Monday.

Anyway, day 2's exercise: 150 situps, one mile on the treadmill @ 3.5MPH, 2 miles on the stationary bike and 30 minutes on the weight machines. Still not thrilled about it though!:(

WHY NOT! Sounds good to me!:) You need to give yourself a big pat on the back!

[Morn]

Busy day yesterday....couldn't post...

Yesterday I did some MAJOR laundry and cleaning... TRUST ME, that ***WAS*** EXERCISE and I'M TOTALLY feeling it today!!!!


HAVE A RAWSOME DAY!!!

ME TOO! I counted that for my exercise yesterday too!

[Morn]

Welcome Avoking and Trinut001 glad you could join us!

We have a great group going and here is our updated roll call!

Morn
Renee H
One Bite at a time!
Health Diva
Raw Learner
Buffalogal
Raw Terri
Avoking
Trinut001

Ok - Today I want you all to think of why you are doing this (meaning exercise) and if you want, post it here cause I would love to hear your motivation as well. I think if we focus on why we want and need to do this, it will be easier mentally to engage on the days WE JUST DON'T FEEL LIKE DOING IT!

My motivation right now is I want to maintain my weightloss and tone up areas that need attention. I also want to maintain a healthy lifestyle and quite frankly I have more energy and feel better the rest of the day when I do. If I am tired and push myself to exercise anyway I have a ton of energy afterward and feel great. I also like staying the size that I am.

What are your Reasons? Think of these when its tough and you feel like your going to die. NO pain NO GAIN - RIGHT! Unfortunately this saying is true. Nothing comes easy. IF you want it you have to pay your dues! Good for all of you who are commiting yourselves to making postives changes in your life and for all who do it to continue in good health!

WE deserve it - we deserve to take the time for ourselves and make it happen!

Ok enough pep talk!:D

[carolg]

roll call...I'm here...

Been off for two days from exercise but today back to Turbo 1 hour killer class for sure. Hoping some weight training too at least 30 minutes. Maybe a dip into the sauna. Gotta make up for lost time. Last two days super busy.

Seem to be collecting from thrift store weights and not sure why either since I use the gyms everything.

carolg

[trinut001]

My motivation is to lose those 20lbs by my birthday (Nov 17th). I know I probably won't lose that much by then but I would be happy with 10lbs! I also want to do some 5k and 10k's next year and also triathlons (I did one in 2001 and loved it..hence my screen name). I was very active about 7 years ago but herniated a disc in my back and went through pyschical therapy on and off for 2 years and then I had severe migraines that were really bad for a year after that. So I also want my health back! Thank goodness my back has not given me much problems anymore and I get my migraines only once in awhile now. I also want to look good again!

Those are my motivations.

[Morn]

My motivation is to lose those 20lbs by my birthday (Nov 17th). I know I probably won't lose that much by then but I would be happy with 10lbs! I also want to do some 5k and 10k's next year and also triathlons (I did one in 2001 and loved it..hence my screen name). I was very active about 7 years ago but herniated a disc in my back and went through pyschical therapy on and off for 2 years and then I had severe migraines that were really bad for a year after that. So I also want my health back! Thank goodness my back has not given me much problems anymore and I get my migraines only once in awhile now. I also want to look good again!

Those are my motivations.

Those are some seriously great motivations! I love to hear how people are overcoming obstacles! You are AWESOME!

[Morn]

roll call...I'm here...

Been off for two days from exercise but today back to Turbo 1 hour killer class for sure. Hoping some weight training too at least 30 minutes. Maybe a dip into the sauna. Gotta make up for lost time. Last two days super busy.

Seem to be collecting from thrift store weights and not sure why either since I use the gyms everything.

carolg

YEAH glad you are with us again! Oh and thanks for giving me the idea to look for weights at the thifty store I need 10 lb weights!

[carolg]

Oh, Morn, I found 10 # weights at thrift store and many other sizes too that I have to hide from hubby.

Today I fulfilled my commitment as posted earlier + did a SQUAT clinic they were having too on proper positioning of bar and also squats without bar + if I wish a personal training session I can one too. I have taken several months of training which now I realize trainer was "BAD" compared to what I see now and know not to be so impatient next time when hiring a trainer. Live and learn.

I am missing ONE running new shoe...I can't find it...I wanted to return it cause it doesn't fit + it is defective inside, but with one shoe they will never help me. I hope it is lost in my car trunk or back seat. Called gymS and not found yet. I suppose it's been missing for several days. Yesterday I lost my vegan lipstick that I can't find anywhere on market. I don't remember name, but could have been Kiss my Face if in wooden tube. Then I realized I lost my pricey $15 WF lipstick recently too...my gosh...oh, I lose earrings too...usually one earring...isn't this amazing....

See why I have to start selling on ebay so that I can replenish my losing stuff habit.

My gosh....don't even tell my husband!

carolg

[Pking]

Gosh! I just saw the thread so I'll start today. Thanks for the challenge! :)

Running-4 miles
Weights-30 minutes

[carolg]

So night I finished workout in addition to earlier ecliptical for 30 minutes:

weights = leg exercises = 20 minutes approx.
floor = stomach = 15 minutes

carolg

[Bela]

I'm down for the challenge!
I am training for the LA Marathon and am supposed to be running 5 times a week but for the past couple of weeks I have only done 3 runs.
My goal is to run 5 days a week (barring illness, of course) and to do at least one other fitness activity a week (pilates etc)

Already went for run today and plan to do tomorrow....
Good luck everyone!

[buffalogal]

Hi! I made it through the weekend and actually did work out at least a little bit over the weekend. My main motivation is to look and feel better (of course!) I really do feel better when I exercise - just more flexible and not so old and achy:p (Ha! Ha!) I'm finding that what's working for me, at least for now, is to get my situps done in the morning before work and my other exercising (either treadmill, bike and weights or taking a class) right after work. The evenings before bed is a great time for some stretching and relaxation exercises. That way, I'm getting a little exercise in a few times of day instead of all at one crack. Glad to hear that everyone else is doing well!!! Keep it up!!

[trinut001]

Today I jog/walked for 25 min
Stretched and abs 15 min
total gym 10 min (just wasn't into doing that today...maybe I will do more later)

have a great day everyone!

[Morn]

Today’s exercise: 1 hour of pilates
A cool thing happened today - found a brand new size 4 suit with the tags ($140.00) at Salvation Army today for $25.00. What a deal! Didn't find any weights though.

[Morn]

Welcome Pking and Bela - Glad you both joined in!

This months role call:

Morn
Renee H
One Bite at a time!
Health Diva
Raw Learner
Buffalogal
Raw Terri
Avoking
Trinut001
Pking
Bela

A REPOST for those of you who didn't see this or Respond cause inquiring minds want to know!

Ok - Today I want you all to think of why you are doing this (meaning exercise) and if you want, post it here cause I would love to hear your motivation as well. I think if we focus on why we want and need to do this, it will be easier mentally to engage on the days WE JUST DON'T FEEL LIKE DOING IT!

My motivation right now is I want to maintain my weightloss and tone up areas that need attention. I also want to maintain a healthy lifestyle and quite frankly I have more energy and feel better the rest of the day when I do. If I am tired and push myself to exercise anyway I have a ton of energy afterward and feel great. I also like staying the size that I am.

What are your Reasons? Think of these when its tough and you feel like your going to die. NO pain NO GAIN - RIGHT! Unfortunately this saying is true. Nothing comes easy. IF you want it you have to pay your dues! Good for all of you who are commiting yourselves to making postives changes in your life and for all who do it to continue in good health!

WE deserve it - we deserve to take the time for ourselves and make it happen!

Ok enough pep talk!

[Morn]

Hi! I made it through the weekend and actually did work out at least a little bit over the weekend. My main motivation is to look and feel better (of course!) I really do feel better when I exercise - just more flexible and not so old and achy:p (Ha! Ha!) I'm finding that what's working for me, at least for now, is to get my situps done in the morning before work and my other exercising (either treadmill, bike and weights or taking a class) right after work. The evenings before bed is a great time for some stretching and relaxation exercises. That way, I'm getting a little exercise in a few times of day instead of all at one crack. Glad to hear that everyone else is doing well!!! Keep it up!!

Thats a great plan - breaking it up to fit it in! Yeah for you!

[Pking]

Stretching-15 mins
Weights-30 mins
40 pushups
50 crunches

My motivation is simply to be in the best shape I can be, and to be an example that you can go raw and still be athletic.

[Bela]

~My reason for doing this is to take on a new challenge (running a marathon) and make it all the way to the finish line while taking care of my body and staying injury free. I want to be my slimmest, healthiest self so that I can see what I am like at my full potential.

Today I took a day off running which mean I run tomorrow. I did 30 mins of yoga/pilates this evening though so I feel alright.

Good luck all, and I'll check in tomorrow with all of you...:)

[SandyGrl777]

Would it be to late for me to jump in on this months challenge?

I am fairly new - about a month but doIng 21.2 pounds and need to incorporate more exercise then what I have been doing?

If I can take part I will commit to 30-60 minutes a day of cardio and some weights - a few days it would only be 30 minutes due to schedule and a few could be 60 - so i would committ to 5-6 days of exercising with at least one day for complete rest....

I will post daily what I have accomplished daily and with food...

Let me know and I will jump on LOL

[trinut001]

Today I did

32 min jog/walk (I was 2 min faster than last time I did this route)

10 min stretch and abs

tonight I might do the total gym for 20-30 min

Feeling much better today. I was really sluggish yesterday!

[ReneeH]

My motivation is that I'm SICK AND TIRED of being SICK AND TIRED!!! I know that exercize will give me the extra boost I need...I just need to stick with it!

The last couple of days have been tough! My Sister had an emergency and I was babysitting her 2 kids (ages 6 & 2 months) for the past 2 days! I haven't had a moment to even post since they've been here! I really was so worn out from taking care of the new baby and Homeschooling my two and entertaining my 6 year old neice, I considered that exercize enough!!!

Anyway, I just bidded them a tearful goodbye 20 minutes ago and now I think I'm ready to "get back to work"...on me that is... tomorrow...

So, tonight I'm gonna get a good night's sleep and be ready to jazz it up in the AM!!!

[Morn]

Would it be to late for me to jump in on this months challenge?

I am fairly new - about a month but doIng 21.2 pounds and need to incorporate more exercise then what I have been doing?

If I can take part I will commit to 30-60 minutes a day of cardio and some weights - a few days it would only be 30 minutes due to schedule and a few could be 60 - so i would committ to 5-6 days of exercising with at least one day for complete rest....

I will post daily what I have accomplished daily and with food...

Let me know and I will jump on LOL

That would be great! Better late than never! Glad to have you with us!:)

[Morn]

Stretching-15 mins
Weights-30 mins
40 pushups
50 crunches

My motivation is simply to be in the best shape I can be, and to be an example that you can go raw and still be athletic.

You have already proved that! I remember seeing your before and after pics - you look amazing! :D

[Morn]

Today's exercise: 40 minutes

30 minutes on the eliptical machine
5 minutes of abs
5 minutes of triceps and biceps on machines

[Morn]

~My reason for doing this is to take on a new challenge (running a marathon) and make it all the way to the finish line while taking care of my body and staying injury free. I want to be my slimmest, healthiest self so that I can see what I am like at my full potential.
...:)

A new challenge in your life (marathon how cool!) and to see how you are at your full potential (I would like to know the same myself cause I am not there yet) - What a great reason!

[Morn]

My motivation is that I'm SICK AND TIRED of being SICK AND TIRED!!! I know that exercize will give me the extra boost I need...I just need to stick with it!

The last couple of days have been tough! My Sister had an emergency and I was babysitting her 2 kids (ages 6 & 2 months) for the past 2 days! I haven't had a moment to even post since they've been here! I really was so worn out from taking care of the new baby and Homeschooling my two and entertaining my 6 year old neice, I considered that exercize enough!!!

Anyway, I just bidded them a tearful goodbye 20 minutes ago and now I think I'm ready to "get back to work"...on me that is... tomorrow...

So, tonight I'm gonna get a good night's sleep and be ready to jazz it up in the AM!!!

Good for you Renee H! And trust me - we have all been there! I so get it!

[Morn]

OCTOBER's GROUP RAWKS!

This months role call:

Morn
Renee H
One Bite at a time!
Health Diva
Raw Learner
Buffalogal
Raw Terri
Avoking
Trinut001
Pking
Bela
SandyGrl777

[Pking]

15 min stretching
45 min run

[Morn]

Today’s exercise: 30 minutes on the stairmaster

[Bela]

I think I forgot to post yesterday but I did 1 hour of running (55 mins run, 5 mins walk)

Today I did 1 hour (45 mins run, 15 mins walk)

I am getting excited to see my time spent running without a walk increasing over time. When I started out I was walking 4:30mins with a 30 second run.
You really CAN begin a journey of a thousand mile with a single step...
Good luck today!

[ReneeH]

Hi Mommy Morn!!! :D

I had a tremendously CRAZY day today!!! But, I still managed to bike ride for 2 and 1/2 MILES!!! It was AWESOME!!! I feel sooooo good!!!

Hugs,
Nee'

[trinut001]

Didn't have time to post yesterday.

Yeserday I hiked with my dogs for 30 min
Total gym-15 min.

[trinut001]

Today's workout.

Jog/walk 35 min
Stretching and abs 15 min.

I am feeling a little blah today. Also my knees are a little sore since I run 4-5 times a week and mostly around here is mountains! Good for building endurance but hard on the knees. Today I went on the bike path which is not very hilly to give my legs and knees a break!

Have a great day!

[Morn]

Today's workout: 60 minutes of double step aerobics

[ReneeH]

Today I'm doing 30 minutes on the treadmill... I'm also gonna work on my abs...

[Morn]

today's exercise: 1 hour and 5 minutes

1 hour of cardio kick boxing
5 minutes of abs

[Pking]

-15 stretching
-15 min deadlift
-15 squats

[Bela]

Yesterday I did an hour of pilates and ran for an hour (40 mins run+20 mins walk)

Today I taught a dance class which is a light workout for me but not by much. I did not run as today is a day off.

Good luck everyone!

[trinut001]

Really had to get myself motivated to workout today! I knew I had to as I took yesterday off. It was so cold and dreary outside (compared to earlier in the week being in the mid 70's).

Today

45 min jog/walk
10 min stretch and abs
20 min total gym

tomorrow will be a rest day.

Hope everyone is having a great weekend!

[trinut001]

Where is everyone??? Is no one else working out..lol

today I did

35 min jog/walk
10 min stretch

tonight will do

abs, totaly gym and free weights for 20-30 min

[Morn]

Today’s exercise: 40 minutes

30 minutes on stairmaster
5 minutes of abs
5 minutes of stretching

I am here. I took a few days off. Most of the time my weekends are my rest days.:)

[Pking]

15 min stretching
20 min abs
45 min run

[ReneeH]

Hi everyone!!!

I'm still here...been really busy, though...

Been Bike Riding almost every day! Yesterday, I worked with my stationary bilke, though...

Since I'm loving it so much, I'm gonna continue working on my bike! I'm riding for no less than 30 minutes, but been going for 2 miles or so...

Hi Morn!!! :)

[Morn]

Today’s exercise: 60 minutes

30 minutes on elliptical machine
5 minutes of abs
5 minutes of stretching
20 minutes of weight machines for triceps, biceps, chest, and legs

Renee - HEY BACK! Good to see you are still committed! Good for you!:)

[trinut001]

I have been feeling down lately because the weight isn't coming off as fast as I would like and I have been working out 4-5 days a week. Today I took my resting heart rate. It was 54! Last time I took it (about 2-3 weeks ago) it was 65! So that made me feel better knowing my workouts are finally doing
something for me ;) I still am struggling with running. I can never seem to run more than 2-5 min at a time before I have to walk and this is week 5 I think of me running again. Anyone have suggestions on how I can break past that 2-5 min range? I have set a goal for myself to run a race in my town on Thanksgiving Day. It is only a 5k (3.1) but I would love to run the whole thing without having to walk.

workout today

25 min jog/walk
15 min stretching and abs

I might do free weights and total gym later

[Pking]

15 mins stretching
50 pushups
30 mins weights
45 mins run

[Morn]

Today’s exercise: 40 minutes

30 minutes on stairmaster
5 minutes abs
5 minutes of stretching

[Morn]

Today's exercise: 55 minutes:

45 minutes running on the treadmill (3.8 miles)
5 minutes abs
5 minutes stretching

[trinut001]

Didn't have time to post this yesterday.

yesterday I did

30 min jog/walk
10 min stretching

[Morn]

Went to the gym earlier today and my quads are sore from yesterday's run.

Today's exercise: 60 minutes of cardio kickboxing

[ReneeH]

Guess what I did today!!!* I took my kids bike riding for 1 & 1/2 miles!* Then, I came home and did my stepper 100 steps!!!* Then, my hubby and I thought we'd regress back to childhood and ROLLER SKATE IN THE HOUSE!!!! :D* It was SOOOO much fun!!!!* It's GREAT to get the whole family involved!!!* :)

BTW, stepped on the scale today!!!* I've gone from 205 to 182!!!* RAW IS SOOO GREAT!!!

[fitme]

Just wanted to say hi morn!!!:)...been working out still. Actaully took this week off (actaully 4 days) because it was desperatly needed and getting back to it tomorrow. I did my last tri of the season at the beginning of Oct....I did 5 sprint tri's since April....feel really great about that! I have set my sites on a half marathon in Feb in Sarasota and then back to the tri circuit. I love to workout, but I so desperatley need a goal/finish line outside of just working out! I'll see if I can get back to posting too!. Hope all is well! Seems like there is quite the workout group here!

Great job everyone!:)

[trinut001]

Renee...GREAT FOR YOU! Roller skating sounds fun!

Today I did

20 min walk
38 min jog/walk (did a timed 3 mi) man is this HORRIBLE! I did a 5k in May without as much training as I am now and my time is the same as then! I need to kick my butt more as my 5k race is in 5.5 weeks!

10 min stretching

[Pking]

15 mins stretching
15 mins abs
45 min run

[Morn]

Guess what I did today!!!* I took my kids bike riding for 1 & 1/2 miles!* Then, I came home and did my stepper 100 steps!!!* Then, my hubby and I thought we'd regress back to childhood and ROLLER SKATE IN THE HOUSE!!!! :D* It was SOOOO much fun!!!!* It's GREAT to get the whole family involved!!!* :)

BTW, stepped on the scale today!!!* I've gone from 205 to 182!!!* RAW IS SOOO GREAT!!!

Yeah for you! Over 20 pounds gone! :D Keep on movin and Rawkin! By the way I love your signature line! It puts things in perspective doesn't it!

[Morn]

Just wanted to say hi morn!!!:)...been working out still. Actaully took this week off (actaully 4 days) because it was desperatly needed and getting back to it tomorrow. I did my last tri of the season at the beginning of Oct....I did 5 sprint tri's since April....feel really great about that! I have set my sites on a half marathon in Feb in Sarasota and then back to the tri circuit. I love to workout, but I so desperatley need a goal/finish line outside of just working out! I'll see if I can get back to posting too!. Hope all is well! Seems like there is quite the workout group here!

Great job everyone!:)

Congrats on completing your last tri! THat is so great! It is also inspiring to many that you have such ambitious goals. But it just goes to show that we all need something to help motivate us and many of us have different goals and reasons why we need to do IT! I hope you join us here at RFT when you are ready to jump in!:D

[Morn]

Didn't have time to post yesterday but I did do 1/2 hour of weight training (arms, legs, chest)

Today I did 1/2 hour on the eliptical machine. Didn't have a lot of time but I did squeeze something in!:D

[Morn]

15 mins stretching
15 mins abs
45 min run

An hour and 15! Good for you. I did a 45 minute run last week on the treadmill and my quads hurt for several days afterwards! Do you quads ever hurt you?

[lavendarJ]

Hey people-
Just checkin' in. I'll plan on "hanging out" with everyone on the November thread. We were blessed with a nice day yesterday (started getting unusually cold for this time of the year) so my sister and I decided to take a nice long walk outside (just over an hour) on the trails. Lots of inclines, slopes, sunshine and fresh air!

[ReneeH]

Hi everyone!!! Been super busy homeschooling today, so I haven't done anything yet... Gonna get on the stationary bike for 30 minutes before I go to bed...not too close to bedtime though, I think that messes with your sleep habits...??? I don't know, am I right? Or, is that an individual thing?

[Morn]

Hey people-
Just checkin' in. I'll plan on "hanging out" with everyone on the November thread. We were blessed with a nice day yesterday (started getting unusually cold for this time of the year) so my sister and I decided to take a nice long walk outside (just over an hour) on the trails. Lots of inclines, slopes, sunshine and fresh air!

yeah! You are back! Will look forward to seeing you in November!

[Morn]

Hi everyone!!! Been super busy homeschooling today, so I haven't done anything yet... Gonna get on the stationary bike for 30 minutes before I go to bed...not too close to bedtime though, I think that messes with your sleep habits...??? I don't know, am I right? Or, is that an individual thing?

I think it must be an individual thing cause exercise before bed for me makes me more relaxed and ready to sleep. But if I exercise earlier in the day it can give me more energy (if I am tired) and give me a second wind. Kind of strange huh? I also think though that it has to do with what kind of exercise you choose to do.

[Morn]

Today’s exercise: 35 minutes

30 minutes on the stairmaster
5 minutes abs

Went to the gym and worked up a nice sweat!:D

[trinut001]

Yesterday's excercise

45 min jog/walk (legs felt like lead so will take a few days off to see if that helps)

10 min stretching

[fitme]

Started lifting weights yesterday again and then did 30 min of the 45 min spin class...had to get to school for a conference.....BOY am I SORE today! a good sore if you will. I ran 5 miles this morning. Weather is actually getting nice here in the morning

[Morn]

Started lifting weights yesterday again and then did 30 min of the 45 min spin class...had to get to school for a conference.....BOY am I SORE today! a good sore if you will. I ran 5 miles this morning. Weather is actually getting nice here in the morning

wow fitme you are turning into quite the runner!:)

[Morn]

Today’s exercise: 30 minutes on the elliptical machine

[Pking]

15 min stretch
20 abs
45 min run

[SandyGrl777]

So sorry I havent been consistent with posting...:(

Today before work at 5am:
43 minutes on treadmill which made 2.0 miles
2 sets of bicep curls
2 sets of tricep kickbacks
2 sets ab crunch
2 sets back machine
2 sets chest press
2 sets shoulder press

Yesterday was:
45 minutes treadmill which made 2.0 miles
2 sets hip adductor
2 sets hip abductor
2 sets leg press
2 sets ab crunch
2 sets back machine

[Morn]

Today's exercise: 1 hour of double step aerobics

Sandygrl777 - glad you are with us once more! I also admire the 5:00 a.m. workout before work - you go girl!

[fitme]

Seem to be a day behind.... yesterday lifted weights again and then did a 45 min spin class. Today going to be a rest day:)

Have a good weekend!:)

[Morn]

Today's workout - a one hour 50/50 class - 50 weight training 50 aerobics

[Pking]

15 min stretch
45 min weights
30 min walk

[trinut001]

Today so far I did

40 min jog/walk on treadmill
15 min stretch and abs
30 min weights

tonight will do another cardio session. Did another 30 min on eliptical trainer.

Still trying to lose weight for my birthday and it ain't happening..lol I only have 3 weeks!

[Morn]

Today's exercise: 1 hour of CRT aerobics - weights and cardio

[fitme]

Sat I went for a 6 mile "run". I have officially started my training schedule for the half marathon...Here we go! Sunday was a rest day. Monday I did intervals of walk and run on the treadmeill for 30 minutes and some yoga and stretching. This morning I did some strength training and then rode the bike for 30 minutes...shew!

Have a great day

[carolg]

yesterday:
hr. Turbo
Still working out lots but not always posting however.

Today's plans:
turbo hr.
weights - upper body

carolg

[trinut001]

Today not feeling so well only did...
30 min of yoga.

[Morn]

Went to the gym:

one hour of yoga

[trinut001]

Yesterday's excercise

Am

30 min on the treadmill (jog/walk)
15 min stretching and abs
40 min weights

PM
25 min jog/walk outside

[Morn]

Today’s exercise: 40 minutes

30 minutes elliptical machine
5 minutes of abs
5 minutes of stretching

Trinut001 - are you feeling better today! I hope so!:) Sending hugs to you!

[trinut001]

Thanks for asking Morn! I have been feeling off for about a week now. I have been getting terrible migraines off and on and "flu" like symptoms! Still feeling a little off today.

Yesterday's excercise

40 min walk

Plan on going to the gym tonight to do cardio and weights.

Happy Halloween everyone!

[Morn]

Thanks for asking Morn! I have been feeling off for about a week now. I have been getting terrible migraines off and on and "flu" like symptoms! Still feeling a little off today.

Yesterday's excercise

40 min walk

Plan on going to the gym tonight to do cardio and weights.

Happy Halloween everyone!

Sounds like you could be detoxing! Hope you feel better soon!

[Morn]

Yesterday's exercise: 1 hour of 50/50 aerobics

[trinut001]

Didn't end up excercising last night.

Today I did

75 min hike (very hilly and steep!)
5 min abs