May Fitness Challenge!! [Archive]

Jehote

05-01-2009, 09:06 PM

today was Elliptical day at the gym. 35 minutes. i totally enjoy the elliptical. i watch movies on my Iphone. :) it also makes my legs feel better after a run day.
(no one started this thread so i did....)
Jehote

spicyfull

05-02-2009, 05:04 AM

I have not tried that machine, it l@@ks very interesting.

rawstrength

05-02-2009, 07:54 AM

Ooooooh!!! I want to join in this month! I haven't been exercising as much as I used to, and I feel way less vibrant. I need someone to give me the boot and tell me to get moving!
Today so far I've dance for 10 minutes. I'm going to go running tonight.

Morn

05-02-2009, 10:09 AM

yesterday's exercise: 35 minutes

30 minutes on the elliptical machine
5 minutes of abs

Ilse W.

05-02-2009, 11:18 AM

I MUST exercise more this month. Maybe posting will keep me going. Losing weight is great, but weak muscles don't look good.
Yesterday I took my dog for a 45 minute fast walk. Then I cut a half acre of very tall grass with a regular mower (my riding mower is getting it's annual "get the beast going" treatment at the shop). It took me 3 hours (very lumpy prairie) and I was totally exhausted.:p

Jenifae

05-02-2009, 12:03 PM

Yesterday - 45 min. The Firm - Total Body Time Crunch

Care4raw

05-02-2009, 10:14 PM

6 miles this eve:):):):D

BDraw

05-02-2009, 10:24 PM

I'm afraid to. We just bought a house that needs much work. Infact, today we spent the day tearing the kitchen apart. There is so much to do before we even think about moving our stuff and we are suppose to be out of this place by the end of the month.

But, I finally bought t-tapp, so would love to commit myself to a daily 20-30 minutes of extra exercise. I just don't know if I can feasibly do it. I know, excuses, excuses! I'll try.

May 1, I did do the t-tapp ---- at least I tried! It was a work-out and quite a learning experience for me. Today I tore apart a kitchen, swinging a hammer and lifting much too heavy stuff!

If you want something bad enough, you'll make it happen right? Hm-m-m, now the real question is, do I want it bad enough? I do need to also work on my attitude!

Okay, I'm rambling.

Jenifae

05-03-2009, 12:18 AM

Today I did 45 min. The Firm Cardio Crunch

LotsaRaw

05-03-2009, 07:36 AM

Still plugging along with P90X - loving it! Due to other stuff going on, have not been as consistent as I wanted to be. So, my goal is to double up workouts (one in AM, and one after work) between now and Mem. day weekend!

Care4raw

05-03-2009, 09:17 AM

I am trying to publish my fitness goals for the month.i thought I use 'signature edit' for this...I wrote it, ...but although i keep finding it because i wrote it and it comes up when i go to my signature on my edits page,,,its not getting published..i press save signature, the only option next to that is preview.Tried that too.Sorry about the long post about techie stuff here...just thought someone could tell me.

Care4raw

05-03-2009, 09:18 AM

it just worked...delete last post!Guess i needed to post a new post to activate it...

Jehote

05-03-2009, 02:11 PM

did a 4 mile run this morning and im going to go to the gym for the elliptical this afternoon. i found that elliptical after running helps my legs feel better.
J

rawstrength

05-03-2009, 03:07 PM

Today I did 30 minutes of dancing vigorously and an hour walk/hike through the woods.

Jenifae

05-03-2009, 04:00 PM

45 minutes The Firm - Dance Fushion

BDraw

05-03-2009, 05:41 PM

Spent from 1 to 4 tearing apart a kitchen, then from 4-5 pulling weeds. I'm tired! Think I got my workout?

Care4raw

05-03-2009, 06:49 PM

Spent from 1 to 4 tearing apart a kitchen, then from 4-5 pulling weeds. I'm tired! Think I got my workout?

Yes!Brilliant work out!!!:)

RawSar

05-03-2009, 06:49 PM

rawstrength - What kind of dancing? Do you go to a studio or are you dancing at home?

Today we did P90X Legs and Back with Ab Ripper X. I can feel I've gotten much stronger !!

Jenifae

05-03-2009, 08:23 PM

Trained and walked horses for 2 hours.

monkapotapus

05-04-2009, 06:47 AM

My computer has been down for a week!!! :eek:
You really don't realize how much you depend on something until it's not working.....:rolleyes:

Friday: Walked on the treadmill for 55min @ 3.0mph
Sat: Walked on the treadmill for 41min @ 3.7mph

Jehote

05-04-2009, 02:07 PM

today is the elliptical. I loaded Lord of the Rings onto my iPhone so I am 30 minutes into it. Love watching movies at the gym!!!

Care4raw

05-04-2009, 03:37 PM

Care4raw

05-04-2009, 03:40 PM

Trained and walked horses for 2 hours.

SWEET!Love that.

Jenifae

05-04-2009, 05:26 PM

45 min The Firm - Total Body Toner
20 min The Firm - Core Abs

islesgirl

05-04-2009, 06:07 PM

I have not tried that machine, it l@@ks very interesting.

This machine is great for burning lots of calories, for making your butt and the back of your upper thighs smaller - faster!:D

Jehote

05-04-2009, 08:14 PM

7 miles. I have been torquing my knee lately when running and speed walking too .So I have to be super conscious when i run not to fall into a pattern that can damage my knees.I think there's sort of 'running docs' that will film how you run and help correct bad habits that can lead to serious problems.For now I hope just staying conscious will give me the running longevity I desire!

man i envy you....7 miles. my GOOD day is 4. i would love to be a 15-20 mile a week runner. i run 3 times a week. and elliptical the other days.
go you! hope you can keep going!
J:)

BDraw

05-04-2009, 08:59 PM

Today (5-4) I ripped termite damaged sheetrock off a wall. Now that is work. I am sore and tired. Wonder what I'll destroy tomorrow?

LotsaRaw

05-04-2009, 09:23 PM

P90X cardio today...feelin great!

Care4raw

05-05-2009, 06:25 PM

man i envy you....7 miles. my GOOD day is 4. i would love to be a 15-20 mile a week runner. i run 3 times a week. and elliptical the other days.
go you! hope you can keep going!
J:)

I used to do a home elliptical.Its a great work out.I think your workouts sound great, mixing it up! No need to envy me i am doing it on the treadmill and i do give myself some breaks.But thanks!I will see you here later...

Care4raw

05-05-2009, 06:28 PM

Did just 4 miles today with time constraints but I upped my sprints to nice fast speeds (in the 7's).I think staying conscious of my knees and adjusting my stride has helped.Wooo woo, could i have cracked the 'knee code'?Better simmer down...and cross my fingers!

Jehote

05-05-2009, 09:02 PM

I ran today. 3 miles. i wanted to do more but i was creaky when i started and just didnt feel it today. so yea, 3 miles.
J

RawSar

05-06-2009, 12:35 AM

P90X - Kempo X
I am still so sore from the leg work outs I did a couple days ago so it was a some what lazy Kempo day ...

monkapotapus

05-06-2009, 07:54 AM

Tuesday: Taught/did my 60min yoga class - it was a "gentle" one last night....

LotsaRaw

05-06-2009, 09:33 AM

Jehote

05-06-2009, 08:56 PM

today was elliptical for 35 mins.

Care4raw

05-06-2009, 09:33 PM

4 fast miles:D

RawSar

05-06-2009, 10:16 PM

RawSar: What is your favorite and least favorite P90X workout? Kenpo is my least fave, and Core Synergistics is my fave :)

What in the heck was I thinking doubling these up? It is too much for my current fitness level, today is the Stretch CD...tomorrow is my semi-annual military fitness test, so might do the Yoga or Stretch CD in the evening.

The yoga one is my least fav. I don't do that one at all. Instead I go to a Bikram yoga class on those days. I love yoga but I don't know why I don't like that CD. I think I just love Bikram yoga way more that any other yoga is not intense enough?
My boyfriend isn't a fan of the kenpo one either. I do that one by myself.
I really like core synergistics and plyometrics. :)
What week are you on?

Jenifae

05-06-2009, 10:44 PM

45 min Cardio/Weights

Jehote

05-07-2009, 08:04 PM

ran three. not. pretty.....

Jenifae

05-07-2009, 08:33 PM

1 hour - Kathy Smiths' Pilates

Morn

05-07-2009, 08:49 PM

yesterday's workout: 25 minutes of circuit training, 5 minutes of abs

Today's workout - 1 hour of double step aerobics

LotsaRaw

05-07-2009, 09:00 PM

RawSar - I'm on week 3 technically...due to other physical activity going on, I have not been as dedicated as I'd like (only so many hours in the day!)

Today was my semi-annual phys fitness test (Navy) - of course I did very well - so no P90X today. It's 10 pm, and I have only been home for 45 min!

RawSar

05-07-2009, 11:08 PM

Today was chest, shoulders and triceps. I am terrible at push ups :(

monkapotapus

05-08-2009, 06:56 AM

Thursday: Taught/did my 60min yoga class

Jehote

05-08-2009, 10:51 AM

Today was chest, shoulders and triceps. I am terrible at push ups :(

I'm using the "Perfect Pushup" and I'm noticing a differance. I use it at the gym.

Jenifae

05-08-2009, 11:43 AM

45 min. - The Firm - Bootcamp

Care4raw

05-08-2009, 01:58 PM

6 miles run:D

Cerellia

05-08-2009, 03:16 PM

Todays workout:

10 minutes rowing
1 weight training (I'm curiouse how my muscles will feel tomorrow - until now, I havent really have muscles aches since I eat healthy)
10 Minutes stairmaster

Later: 2 hours of inline skating in the fresh air :)

Jehote

05-08-2009, 08:38 PM

35 minutes elliptical.
im not going to run for a few days. leg kinda hurts and feels pulled. anyone know a good thing to add for this into a smoothie?
Matthew

RawSar

05-08-2009, 09:36 PM

I'm using the "Perfect Pushup" and I'm noticing a differance. I use it at the gym.

oOooOOo Whats 'The perfect Push up'??

Today was polyometrics and it kicked my ass again! Every time.. I hate it but I love it ;)

Today was my semi-annual phys fitness test (Navy)

What sort of things did you have to do for the test?

Jehote

05-08-2009, 09:47 PM

this is the perfect pushup http://www.perfectpushup.com/?gclid=CKrruMWbrpoCFRAhDQodEkKkbw

you do like
12, 10, 8, 6, 4, 2 and by the 2 you are fried! tri's grip for chest, wide grip for back, and regular for chest. its a good workout. im doing it at the gym but i own them. i do it at the gym then do cardio. i love cardio! hate weights....
its really worth the 30someodd dollars. and i think you can get them at walgreens and gnc now.

RawSar

05-08-2009, 10:30 PM

We bought those to try but neither of us liked them.

We have these: http://www.beachbody.com/product/fitness_gear/p90x_gear/powerstands.do

Because they are so high you can get much deeper for a much tougher push up.
They work for us.

Walgreens? lol We have a Walmart.

I love both cardio and weights. I get better results with weights though.

monkapotapus

05-09-2009, 06:15 AM

Friday: Walked on the treadmill @ 3.2mph for 55min & did some lower body weight machines - just 1 set of 10 on each.

Jehote

05-09-2009, 07:55 PM

No work out today. im taking a day off. i havnt skipped a day in awhile. kinda sore and creaky. need some re-coup time i think...
Matthew

Jenifae

05-09-2009, 08:29 PM

1 hour Cardio/Weights

Morn

05-09-2009, 09:01 PM

yesterday's exercise: 50 minutes of triple cardio

Cerellia

05-10-2009, 09:24 AM

Cardio: 30 minutes rowing (not in one go) / 10 minutes cross trainer.

Weights: 1 hour workout.

I'm planning to go inline skating, later.

Care4raw

05-10-2009, 02:27 PM

5 miles in, a walk on the beach soon too :D:DHappy Mother's day fellow mother's :)

Care4raw

05-10-2009, 02:52 PM

yesterday's exercise: 50 minutes of triple cardio

Hi Morn, Happy Mother's day!
Whats " triple " cardio, duh???

Jehote

05-10-2009, 06:22 PM

4 mile run. felt ok. i went slow and just took it easy.

monkapotapus

05-10-2009, 08:12 PM

Today: I was going to take a yoga class this morning, but had so much other stuff to get done I didn't go....I think mowing the lawn(s) - neighbor's included - made up for it....took me 1hr & 45min with a walk behind power mower - my hands are jello (raw of course :p ). My boyfriend said he got me a push mower from an auction, but it needs a new handle - that will be nice not to smell like gas exhaust & just do it without pulling my shoulder out of whack.....and I could do it at 6am & not wake anyone up....:rolleyes:

Cerellia

05-11-2009, 02:21 PM

Only a bit of cardio (rowing and crosstrainer), today.
I am giving my muscels the chance to recover from weight exercises and the weather is too bad for outdoor sports :-S

Morn

05-11-2009, 03:52 PM

Today’s exercise: ½ hour stairmaster, 5 minutes of abs, 10 minutes inner and outer thighs

Jehote

05-11-2009, 07:35 PM

35 Mins of Elliptical. :)
Trying this chlorella stuff to see if it helps with my legs being so sore. and some plant protein.
god i hope it helps. i want to improve my running....

monkapotapus

05-11-2009, 08:51 PM

Today: Walked on the treadmill for 55min @ 3.5mph. Did lower body weights - 2 sets of 10 each & 40 situps

Cerellia

05-12-2009, 02:26 PM

The same es usal: cardio and weights in the gym. Still no weather for inline skating :-/

Care4raw

05-12-2009, 05:54 PM

:D 4 1/2 miles done and run....

RawSar

05-12-2009, 11:08 PM

P90X Back and biceps.

monkapotapus

05-13-2009, 07:20 AM

Tuesday: Taught/did my 60min yoga class~

Jehote

05-13-2009, 10:28 AM

Yesterday 4 mile run. Slow and ugly!
Today elliptical for approx 40 mins. After work.

Care4raw

05-13-2009, 10:56 AM

Yesterday 4 mile run. Slow and ugly!
Today elliptical for approx 40 mins. After work.

So funny!I know "slow and ugly' days too ...but ya did it!!!

Cerellia

05-13-2009, 03:12 PM

I had an appointment with my gym coach, today and learned some new exercises. I also did 30 minutes of rowing and 20 minutes on the cross trainer.

monkapotapus

05-13-2009, 08:05 PM

Today: Walked on the treadmill for 55min @ 3.3mph = 3.05 miles

Morn

05-13-2009, 10:39 PM

Today's exercise: 40 minutes

30 minutes stairmaster
5 minutes abs
5 minutes stretching

ruffsongraw

05-14-2009, 03:16 PM

Jenifae

05-14-2009, 04:36 PM

I twisted my Ankle on Mother's DAy but, am much better today. I can't believe how quickly I am recovering. But, I"m still taking it easy until tomorrow for sure.

monkapotapus

05-14-2009, 09:05 PM

hey,

please, can anyone on this May Fitness thread help me?
i am thinking of ordering the px90 dvd set. i am about 15 pounds overwt and been *nearly* 100% raw since mid january.
do you think the set worth the money?
is it workin for ya?
is it SUPER HARD for a person who is physically active but not CARDIO-active?

i just dont know what to expect and am afraid to spend the $ if i am unsure if i can do it.

thx---i posted this elsewhere as a new thread and somebody referred me to this area.

THX!!

jen

jen

Hi Jen~
I just bought the set off ebay this week for $47 (haven't received them yet) - I don't know that I'll devote myself completely to the workout schedule - but for that $ - I'm sure some of the 13 dvds will be worth it - I'll let you know what I think!

monkapotapus

05-14-2009, 09:06 PM

Hey Jenifae~Sorry to hear about your ankle - but I'm happy you're recovering quickly!!

Today: Taught/did my 60min yoga class~

Jehote

05-14-2009, 09:22 PM

:D for the first time ever, i ran 6 miles! i did 3 and was like, ok, i feel pretty good....im going again! it was in the low 90's and Houston Humid! i stopped once on the second 3 mile lap and hit the water fountain for a few seconds but i was motoring the whole time. it was slow i kept it slow so i could keep going. my usual run is 3-4 miles.
this is the first time i am in the teens for miles in a week sunday 4 tuesday 4 and today 6. i am just so psyched!
:D
thanks for reading!
Matthew
p/s Care4raw i couldnt wait to get in here and tell you! :)

RawSar

05-14-2009, 10:39 PM

hey,

please, can anyone on this May Fitness thread help me?
i am thinking of ordering the px90 dvd set. i am about 15 pounds overwt and been *nearly* 100% raw since mid january.
do you think the set worth the money?
is it workin for ya?
is it SUPER HARD for a person who is physically active but not CARDIO-active?

i just dont know what to expect and am afraid to spend the $ if i am unsure if i can do it.

thx---i posted this elsewhere as a new thread and somebody referred me to this area.

THX!!

jen

jen

Hey I am following the P90X fitness program (not the diet)
It is pretty intense. I am seeing good results and I'm getting stronger. I also didn't pay the price that it retails for. Better deals on it elsewhere like what monkapotapus said - ebay. You do have to have the equipment for most of his videos as well.
Working out at home you can make it as intense as you would like. The videos do show some beginner ways of doing the exercise which help.

Hope this helps.

Care4raw

05-15-2009, 11:13 AM

Care4raw

05-15-2009, 11:14 AM

I twisted my Ankle on Mother's DAy but, am much better today. I can't believe how quickly I am recovering. But, I"m still taking it easy until tomorrow for sure.

Wishing you a swift and easy recovery!

Jenifae

05-16-2009, 12:15 AM

Wishing you a swift and easy recovery!

Thank You Care4raw! :) I am amazingly better and will begin my exercise regime on Sunday.

Jehote

05-16-2009, 03:32 PM

Push ups, Pull ups, and sit ups. 40 mins elliptical.

Jehote

05-17-2009, 01:29 PM

6 mile run today. :)

monkapotapus

05-18-2009, 06:57 AM

Sunday: Mowed lawns - 95min

Also a cleaning day - scrubbed down bathroom & kitchen - my arms are feeling it today! :rolleyes:

Care4raw

05-18-2009, 05:10 PM

3 miles run.Seemed to have an unfocused few days...ready to up it!!:)

Care4raw

05-18-2009, 05:12 PM

6 mile run today. :)

Hey you're doing great!Is this more miles than the usual?! Hope you are getting past the soreness that was holding you back...well done!

Jehote

05-18-2009, 07:05 PM

Hey you're doing great!Is this more miles than the usual?! Hope you are getting past the soreness that was holding you back...well done!

yea. im upping it! and the soreness is still around but not as bad. its better now that i started adding rice protein to my green smoothies. thanks for asking!
i am normally a 3-4 mile guy. so im TRYING for at least 4 max 6 each run. i run 3 times a week.

today was pushups pullups situps and elliptical.
Matthew

monkapotapus

05-18-2009, 08:55 PM

Great Job Everyone!!

Today: Walked on the treadmill for 55min @ 3.5mph = 3.24 miles
Lower body weight machines - 2 sets of 10 each + 50 situps

monkapotapus

05-19-2009, 09:02 PM

Today: Taught/did a kick butt yoga class - 60min. :D

monkapotapus

05-20-2009, 08:17 PM

Where did everybody go?? :confused:

Today: Walked on the treadmill for 55min @ 3.0mph = 2.70 miles
Also stretched & did 40 situps

Morn

05-20-2009, 10:45 PM

In an here. With my new job I have been so busy. Barely have time to breathe.

Sunday's exercise: 25 minutes of circuit training, 15 minutes of abs
Monday's exercise: total conditioning class at the gym - 1 hour
Wednesday's exercise: 30 minutes of stairmaster, 5 min of abs, 10 minutes of stretching

Jenifae

05-21-2009, 12:00 AM

I took my horse for a walk. :)

monkapotapus

05-21-2009, 08:48 PM

Today: Taught/did my yoga class 60min

Jenifae

05-21-2009, 09:17 PM

I worked out for the 1st time in a week and a half. Yay! My ankle held up well.
I did 45 minutes of Cardio/Weight

Morn

05-21-2009, 11:18 PM

50 minutes:

1/2 hour on the eliptical machine
5 minutes of abs
15 minutes of weight training

Care4raw

05-22-2009, 04:59 PM

5 miles done and run:)

monkapotapus

05-22-2009, 09:46 PM

Today: Walked on the treadmill for 55min @ 3.0mph

Jenifae

05-23-2009, 12:28 AM

60 minute Cardio - Karen Voight DVD

Care4raw

05-23-2009, 05:55 PM

5 miles done today:)

dread head vegan

05-23-2009, 10:56 PM

ran/walked 2 miles, 40 situps and 20 pushups :D

Care4raw

05-25-2009, 09:06 PM

Posted just a mile before, but here goes; ONE mile run:)
I was determined to do more but all the distractions and interruptions of an at HOME' workout truly kicked in today!

Care4raw

05-26-2009, 08:50 PM

Had a nice fast run today, 5 miles.:)

Care4raw

05-29-2009, 04:25 PM

:D:5 energized running miles...happy I upped my speeds again.

Care4raw

05-29-2009, 04:36 PM

What a thread 'hog' I am!...I just noticed. Hey, wheredidya'all go???HELLOOooo?

Jehote

05-29-2009, 08:11 PM

im back in here! lol sorry. ran 6 wed. and was just to sore and tired to run thursday. today i was sick due to a horrible diet. i fell off the wagona nd it hurt me in my excersize, and made me physically sick.
lesson learned.
good to be back...!!
matthew

Care4raw

05-30-2009, 06:42 AM

Good to see you back Jehote, even to check in. I know you have been doing so well. Sooo, its 2 (huge running) steps forward and one (wee)step back.

;)See you in the 'gym' soon.

Shaz

Jehote

05-30-2009, 08:31 PM

ok, did the push up/pull up work out. then did the elliptical for 3 miles. knees felt better after the workout.
I bought 2 knee stabalizer straps to run with and will give them a go tomorrow on my run. will let you guys know how it goes.
Matthew

monkapotapus

06-03-2009, 07:12 AM

I have to finish up my month's postings....

I went for a yogafit level 4 training in Minneapolis this past weekend & we did some intense stuff + a 2hr class each morning.

I was staying with a friend & we took the dogs for a walk each day 5/26 - 5/30.

Thursday 5/28 - 2 hour yoga class
Friday 5/29 - 2 hour yoga class
Sat 5/30 - 2 hour yoga class
Sun 5/31 - 2 hour yoga class

I was completely exhausted.....

Now on to June....