~December Fitness Thread~Welcome to All~ [Archive]

monkapotapus

12-01-2009, 09:02 PM

Well, here it is December!!

Time flies when you're having fun, huh? :rolleyes:

Time for a new fitness thread....

A place for you to track your workouts...

Post new self challenges...

Or anything else you'd like to share fitness related....;)

monkapotapus

12-01-2009, 09:02 PM

Tuesday - 12/1/09 - Taught/did my 60min yoga class~:o

katchmoleen

12-01-2009, 09:03 PM

Yay! I am here, and I am going to be here for the next 90 days. I started the Couch to 5K running program yesterday. I am so excited (and sore, lol).

AdrienneD

12-01-2009, 10:03 PM

I was hoping this thread would show up today!

I started my day with about 2 hours cardio. 3 laps on my bike around my local park, 2 laps jogging (big park!).

I've been doing great with my strength training as well, I am loving the soreness!

misslinda

12-02-2009, 01:26 AM

I'll join you folks. I'm in fasting mode but dedicated to at least 30 mins -1 hour of walking/ lite joggin, yoga or the like.

Today -1 hr of walking. :)

monkapotapus

12-02-2009, 07:56 AM

Great to see you all!

Sounds like we're off to a wonderful start :D

misslinda

12-02-2009, 10:08 AM

Good morning to you all!

I am goiing to start with a 15 minut walk this morning and my plan is to do another 1 hr walk this afternoon.

Gotta keep the blood flowing consistently while fasting...move move move Misslinda ;)

Clover

12-02-2009, 10:30 AM

Im jumping over from other thread (December already) and I have to say its so great to see everyone supporting each other:D Since yesterday was the beginning of my 100% RAW challenge it was difficult to find energy to run my 2 miles but I was able to speed walk 3 so I was glad I did it cause I was also a little dizzy. Today Im going to find the strength to follow through on my cardio/strength workout because as everyone can testify energy begets energy and I need alot of it today.

Shine

12-02-2009, 10:36 AM

I've been waiting for this thread :) I have a typicall routine right now that needs some change so I'll make myself accountable here and have some fun with y'all!! Major goal this month is 25 real push-ups. Started Mon with 10 on my knees and will do the same tonight.

Today so far - lite 10min walk at lunch. Beautiful day to get outdoors :)

katchmoleen

12-02-2009, 02:57 PM

Hi everyone, I did week 1 day two of Couch to 5K this morning (11 degrees and an icy road!) It felt good. I tried to push myself a bit on the last jogging interval. It is still amazing to me that I can actually jog. Seven months ago there was no way. Thanks RAW and thanks Alissa!

misslinda

12-03-2009, 01:36 AM

12/2- did my 15 minute this morning and 1 hr this afternoon. Did yoga in the dry sauna too for a little bit.

:) pump pump pump....move move move and dance dance dance

Shine

12-03-2009, 06:53 AM

A bit behind (don't do the computer thing when homeso...) last night I did 30min interval on the eliptical, my 10 knee push-up (loving this), sit-ups and squats. Need to up my squats, only doing two kinds one set of ten. I'll keep this for the week and up it next.

Raining today so a walk outside is not looking likely - I think I'll do some stairs instead :)

monkapotapus

12-03-2009, 07:10 AM

Wow!!

Lots of energy going around here!!

Love it :D

Tuesday - 12/2/09 - Walked on the treadmill for 55min 2.5miles & started a new book - "Your body speaks your mind" - I'm only a short way in, but I think I'm hooked already! :)

Keep up the good movement everyone~

AdrienneD

12-03-2009, 03:00 PM

Walked home from shopping in the next city over. 10 kilometres at least, not sure on how much twists and turns on the smaller roads added to it.

I feel great, just super hungry.

All-over body training tonight!

-Adrienne

misslinda

12-03-2009, 04:05 PM

Bombarded with work so I will do my cycling before the sauna today! Let's see if I follow thru.....

YAY, GO TEAM!;)

Clover

12-03-2009, 06:46 PM

RawKate

12-03-2009, 07:31 PM

I did my pushups today (big accomplishment) and going jogging tonight, after years of not doing any physical exercise it really takes a push and a shove to get moving, also a little tired from detoxing but I will push through:D

Good Job! Keep rawkin'! Your body will Thank you. :)
I want to hear more!

Today, I ran 2.25 M, did 100 crunches, 100 butt exercises, & 30 "fire hydrants" on each side... I like the idea of posting exercise, it's a definite motivator/inspiration.

misslinda

12-04-2009, 02:13 AM

I applaud you all for today. My cycling didn't pan out for my busy schedule but I managed to do my yoga in the dry sauna.

Tomorrow make it a FABULOUS day Misslinda....keep going!!!! :p

Shine

12-04-2009, 07:07 AM

Wow - what great energy here!!!

Yesterday I did 40min switching between bike and eliptical (5min/ea) on high intensity followed by streaching and two yin yoga positions which links up with my meditation.

Going to a grant writing workshop today and plan on parking a mile away so I'll get a good two mile walk in! :)

Good Friday to all! :)

monkapotapus

12-04-2009, 07:41 AM

Thursday - 12/3/09 - Taught/did my 60min yoga class~:o

I hope everyone has a wonderful weekend! :D

AdrienneD

12-04-2009, 01:07 PM

This morning:

30 min walk carrying 44 pounds of produce around (market shopping!)

40 min cycling carrying about the same inbetween two groceries trips.

So everything so far today has been just my commuting between errands.

Legs feel great! Lungs not so much, FRIGID wind today, warm sun at least.

I plan on doing my all-over body workout late tonight, as I did NOT feel well enough to do it yesterday.

I'm off to work in an hour, so I'll be doing lots of pushing, pulling, and lifting!

Have a great and active day everyone!

- Adrienne

misslinda

12-04-2009, 04:30 PM

I have the itch to dance.....salsa dancing! I think tonite will be a date with the living room. ;)

Taking a brief lunch so let's try this again...cycle after work and dry sauna or salsa dancing

Clover

12-04-2009, 11:01 PM

push ups before bed, not my idea of complete workout but a work in progress, looking forward to tomorrow and although its technically my "off" day I might surprise myself (shhhh!;)) and workout. See you then

misslinda

12-06-2009, 03:35 AM

Saturday was holiday power shopping all day.....does that count? :p

Okay so constructive moving on Sunday....it's looking like cycle and treadmill plus dry sauna.

YOU ALL ARE HOT! I'M THERE !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Clover

12-06-2009, 01:34 PM

I did my pushups yesterday and today I did them again and jogged my 4 miles and did some awesome stretching. Im still trying to get myself into crunches cause although I have always had a huge booty it seems like its my stomach area that is not budging, booty getting smaller though:D Will post pics as soon as I figure how cause husband helped with other pic.

misslinda

12-06-2009, 02:33 PM

Clover so you are doing "booty crunches" instead? ;) ^5 for gettign results!!!!

I am day 6 of fasting and it's alwaysthe most intense detox day so I will rest but doing alot of stretching and heading to the dry sauna and do some yoga there.

HAPPY SUNDAY TO ALL OF YOU!~

Care4raw

12-07-2009, 12:13 AM

Have been traveling and entertaining Nov...so now back to my normal hiking life!Yay!
Today did about 4 mile hike and it felt goooood!
I intend to hike in the rain and cold , I CAN DO IT!

misslinda

12-07-2009, 12:35 AM

Have been traveling and entertaining Nov...so now back to my normal hiking life!Yay!
Today did about 4 mile hike and it felt goooood!
I intend to hike in the rain and cold , I CAN DO IT!

Nice! I agree YOU CAN DO IT and it's fun to bundle up and go ....love those type of adventures. Glad you find joy in it!

katchmoleen

12-07-2009, 12:40 AM

Whooeee tomorrow is week 2 day 1 of the Couch to 5K thing, but it is going to be -20 degrees! Ack!

misslinda

12-07-2009, 12:48 AM

Whooeee tomorrow is week 2 day 1 of the Couch to 5K thing, but it is going to be -20 degrees! Ack!

We're getting the artic front here too. when is the 5k?

Shine

12-07-2009, 07:09 AM

Great weekend of outdoor exercise in the brisk/cold weather - I love it!!

Friday was typical weekday exercise - 30min on elliptical 10min incirments increasing resistance followed by push-ups, crunches and squats

Saturday we helped put up a paddock for a co-worker's daughter's horses

Sunday was an hour and a half walk on the beach with the pups and friends

Feeling great and can't wait to get outside for a walk in the brisk air at lunch! I love winter.... :)

Happy new week everyone!

monkapotapus

12-07-2009, 01:37 PM

Monday - 12/7/09 - 1st snowfall.......= 1st shoveling......:( .....I really wished I lived in a warm climate, especially since they're predicting 8-12" of snow between tomorrow & Wed........:eek:

misslinda

12-07-2009, 04:28 PM

1/2 hr walk in the arctic here ;)

Care4raw

12-07-2009, 07:53 PM

Nice! I agree YOU CAN DO IT and it's fun to bundle up and go ....love those type of adventures. Glad you find joy in it!

Thanks...you're right, it is an adventure!

Care4raw

12-07-2009, 07:56 PM

Did wee 4o min hike/walk on trail circuit...not too hard but really centering. These hikes really help me glide myself into into my strong and sensitive place...I love mother nature..she quietly 'has' you and before i know it i feel so free out there and far away from my monkey mind...

Shine

12-08-2009, 07:04 AM

great lunch-time walk in the cold yesterday - really revved me up for the afternoon

interval training on eliptical last night with squats, push-ups and crunches

did 12 (knee) push-ups last night like it was nothing!! loving my strength :D

misslinda

12-08-2009, 04:34 PM

Finished a walk with a few hills in the arctic here ;) I love reading about all the different varities of ways people exercise and move!

I bring my sand balll to work with me and do arm exercises and lumbar support to strengthen my core.

Jehote

12-08-2009, 08:57 PM

Went to the gym after work and did 35 mins on the elliptical. came home and ate raw/vegan! watching the Biggest Loser Finale (L O V E this show!) so a good day!

katchmoleen

12-08-2009, 10:39 PM

I am now two days behind on my Couch to 5K program, but we are in a cold snap. It was 26 below zero F this morning, and I just didn't feel it was safe to run. 19 below yesterday. So that means I will have to run three days in a row. Oh well. I am doing it tomorrow no matter what, even if it means I have to run up and down the hall of my house! It is supposed to warm up above zero tomorrow but also get more windy. I don't know which is worse.

monkapotapus

12-09-2009, 07:31 AM

Well, winter is officially here in Wisconsin........we have a blizzard warning in effect & our snow amounts have been upped to 12 - 16".....:eek: I already shoveled my drive way an hour ago, but my car is already covered again - very windy today with gust up to 50mph - I have snow drifts up to my thighs from just overnight....sigh.....it would be nice to stay home today & slowly dig out, unfortunately my boss never closes the store - which means leaving earlier to go shovel there to.....:rolleyes:

So, no official exercise....just shovel, shovel, shovel.........:(

Shine

12-09-2009, 07:49 AM

Did an hour and a half of tai chi last night really focusing on a wide/low stance so my legs sure did get a workout!!

Snowstorm today so I'll be doing the shoveling thing too.....and will then take a break and throw snowballs at my dogs :)

Clover

12-09-2009, 10:44 AM

I havent been able to do my cardio/strength training videos but I have been keeping current with other plans...10 push-ups yesterday and jogged 2 miles, 10 push-ups today, 60 crunches and 10 reverse crunches. BTW has anybody tried the Navy Seal "Perfect Push-up"? OMG!!! :eek:Thats what I'm working up to and it is really challenging just to do 5 but it feels good to know I'm trying:D.

katchmoleen

12-09-2009, 01:08 PM

monkapotapus

12-09-2009, 06:42 PM

I did Week 2 Day 1 out in the bitter cold (5 degrees but a wind chill of minus 19). I decided going out yesterday when it was -11 but no wind would have been more comfortable. I hated going, but I am glad I went, as always. I have to go three days in a row now to get it all in this week.

Wow congrats to you!! :D

When the temp. drops & the flakes fall - I turn into a winter wimp - who would just love to stay inside until spring....;)

Today.....I think I shoveled 4 times & then my vehicle got stuck in a darn snowbank.....more shoveling....:(

misslinda

12-10-2009, 01:06 AM

Checking in soldiers!

I did a 1/2 hr walk
light jog and my dry sauna with yoga

katchmoleen

12-10-2009, 01:28 PM

Week 2 Day 2 of CT5K is in the bag. It was cooool and wiiiiindy, but I did it and am glad. Hey, does anyone think it is a coincidence that I broke a month long weight plateau and lost two pounds in the past few days?

Shine

12-11-2009, 07:23 AM

Wednesday was three and a half hours of shoveling wet, heavy snow. My body still hurts but it's good!

Last night took it easy and did 30min on the eliptical.

Tonight will do some interval training and resistance training - pushups!

katch - congrats on breaking the plateau!!! :D

terry brown

12-11-2009, 09:05 AM

Wow Shine.
My friends are whinning in Southern Ca about the bits of rain and temps in the 40's.
:rolleyes:
Well, we are not really used to it.:cool:

I am going to get a new rebounder for Christmas so I am excited to add more of that to my workouts. I have been doing yoga every morning and some light weights too!

katchmoleen

12-11-2009, 12:57 PM

I just finished day 3 of week 2 so that is now two complete weeks. I had to run three days in a row since we had severe cold on Monday and Tuesday and I have to work tomorrow. Ugh, I did NOT want to go out today. Though it was a balmy 25 degrees, the wind was stronger than ever, with gusts that were strong enough to knock me sideways. Much of my route usually goes straight west, which was the direction of the wind, so I took several side roads so that I only had to fight to stay upright from a sideways direction. :p It was really exhausing fighting that wind, the hardest run yet. But I did it and I'm glad. I will be traveling next week down to Nebraska, college road trip for my daughter and to also pick up my oldest son and bring him back for Christmas vacation. I hope Nebraska is a little balmier. I will be taking my running stuff with me and hitting it there.

misslinda

12-11-2009, 04:27 PM

WOW WOW WOW, to all of you...

I need to catch up.....friday? sounds like indoor cycling!

monkapotapus

12-12-2009, 09:12 AM

Great job everybody!! :D

I don't think I had any exercise this week besides the shoveling - I ended up with a huge respiratory cold & started to feel as if I was going to get the flu on Wed. I cancelled my two yoga classes & my meetups with my workout buddy this week. This weekend I'm tucking myself in with a good book & some naps. :o

misslinda

12-12-2009, 11:32 AM

revdrcyn

12-12-2009, 02:30 PM

I've had an excellent fitness week:

Monday: Spin Cycling 75 minutes
Tuesday: Treadmill 25 minutes, Weight Training 1 hour
Wednesday: Spin Cycling 55 minutes
Thursday: Treadmill 40 minutes, Weight Training 1 hour
Friday: Spin Cycling 65 minutes

Today I am only exercising my wrists and fingers at the keyboard, tomorrow I am working all day 7 AM to probably 8 PM

Have a great weekend!

monkapotapus

12-12-2009, 04:35 PM

your body is smart, doen't want to shovel anymore ;)

Rest and heal Monkapotapus :)

Thank you Misslinda~:o

Clover

12-13-2009, 11:16 AM

So encouraging everyone:D and Terry you hit the nail on the head, us So Cals are spoiled, I grew up in Oregon where its constantly raining and you always see people riding thier bikes and jogging and hearing what you guys endure in the SNOW!!!! :eek:One word...INSPIRATIONAL... ok two...ROCKY(que music da da dahhh da da dahhh):D. I did however have to talk myself into jogging outside today in case it rained but it didnt and it was great. I dont want getting a little wet side track me!!! Jogged 1 mile uphill and 1 mile down the other side and back again (4 total), 15 pushups, 6o crunches and 20 reverse.

Care4raw

12-14-2009, 02:24 PM

Finally non stop raining has let up...I got in a loong hike. Found a good circular route that is 4-5 miles i am estimating. much up and down hill...very lovely and doggies get thier wrk out too.

Saying hi to all on this thread. Well done everyone. love reading your posts!

revdrcyn

12-15-2009, 12:04 AM

Spin cycling 75 minutes this evening -- awesome!

Shine

12-15-2009, 07:02 AM

Upped the push-ups last night - did 12 on my knees then 5 real ones!! Woo Hoo :)

Tai Chi class tonight - love it!

monkapotapus

12-16-2009, 07:58 AM

Keep up the good work everybody!! :D

Tuesday - 12/15/09 - Taught/did my 60min yoga class - took it a little slower than normal - all the stretching felt good~:o

Shine

12-17-2009, 09:38 AM

Yesterday was a bust since I had a Board meeting - need to find ways to sneak in little bits when I know I have stuff to do.

Plan for tonight - one hour (at least) cardio switching bike to elliptical
push-ups (12 knee and 5 reg X2)
rest of the strength training
adding more stretching - need to!

Think I am getting a tredmill (with incline capabilities) for Christmas!!! :) Crossing fingers XX

monkapotapus

12-20-2009, 11:09 AM

Thursday - 12/17/09 - Taught/did my 60min yoga class~

Jehote

12-20-2009, 09:17 PM

Had a great workout at the gym today. did push up / pull ups and walked ran on the tready. :)

Care4raw

12-21-2009, 02:25 PM

brrr..wet and long hike...still, it filled me up with peace .I got all red and healthy looking.
Now to just get 'me' bones warm again....

monkapotapus

12-23-2009, 07:23 AM

Thursday - 12/22/09 - Taught/did my 60min yoga class :o

Shine

12-23-2009, 08:43 AM

crunch time is here and I am slacking :o

I have been parking as far away from "the store" as I can and walking and being grateful that I CAN walk.

tonight I will do 30min elliptcal and if I do get treadmill tomorrow - look out! FUN:)

happy holidays!

Care4raw

12-24-2009, 03:15 AM

Care4raw

12-24-2009, 03:19 AM

Walk on the beach and stroll around track. Nothing aerobic but a really lovely walk on the beach (some climbing too), about 2 miles.
Another brief walk locally about 1/2 mile. Both were so lovely , with blue skies and brisk air refreshing me.
Must remember to exercise at the beach. Such a treat for the soul, eyes and body!

monkapotapus

12-24-2009, 07:20 AM

Green_Woman

12-26-2009, 10:09 PM

PLEASE tell me you're having a thread like this for January? :D

monkapotapus

12-27-2009, 01:52 PM

PLEASE tell me you're having a thread like this for January? :D

But of course.....;)

Care4raw

12-27-2009, 06:55 PM

2 mile stroll with friends...hopefully more vigorous work out tomorow. Was nice to be in the mist, walking and working some heat up.

keep up the good Dec work outs everyone!

Shine

12-28-2009, 07:19 AM

had a great walk on my new treddy yesterday! JOY!! Plan to start a walk to run program tonight - it'll be a Mon, Wed, Fri (kinda like couch to 5K) and I'll do strength and incline on Tue and Thurs. Great way to close the year!

My goal - By the end of January I want to be able to run a mile without stopping!!!

monkapotapus

12-28-2009, 08:02 AM

I would look at everything. Compile a timeline of what he was doing and when.

Also we should compile all info on the black tendril-y things.

Ummm......ok...? :confused::p

monkapotapus

12-30-2009, 07:50 AM

Tuesday - 12/29/09 - Taught/did my 60min yoga class - got a good sweat worked up too :D

Care4raw

12-30-2009, 01:17 PM

Hiked the Cypress trail .Sweaty, nice!

nfracer

12-30-2009, 04:39 PM

katchmoleen

12-30-2009, 07:30 PM

Hey, all, I am two weeks behind in posting on this thread. The week before Christmas week, I travelled to Nebraska to tour a college with my daughter and pick up my son. There was an indoor running track and I managed to run both days I was not on the road. After working the weekend, we had an ice storm Sunday night, very rare for this area, and it was plain dangerous to run! Like trying to run on a skating rink. Plus I put in a couple extra shifts, then the holidays happened, so no running last week. This week I am back at it and have enjoyed the first decent weather for running since I started, 20s and light wind and sun. NICE! I restarted W3 of C25K and have done two of the three days now.

I should finish this program and be able to run a 5K by mid February. Unfortunately there are no 5K runs in Montana till mid March! This is sad because I am having surgery in early March and my doctor says I should end my jogging career if I don't want to undo all he is going to do. So I guess I will not be able to run an official 5K race, but I will have my own 5K. With my large family I guess I could organize the Johnson 5K race and have some fun with it.

T-Tapp is having a January Jumpstart 30 day challenge starting January 15th, with some nice prizes. I always feel so good when I do T Tapp so I plan to do that too.

Care4raw

12-30-2009, 11:43 PM

WOW! I have been away way too long! Can you believe it was ME that started doing these MONTHLY FITNESS THREADS a couple years ago----then I fell away and off the raw wagon! I have been exercising still but not eating very well...time to get back on track-maybe get a January thread started????? I need motivation!!!!! I used to "coach" here in what I called the cyber gym.....can I come "home?":rolleyes:

It would be awesome , of course you can come HOME!!!!
I hope you are well.
This is a perfect time to get going here again. I know your enthusiasm and all you have to offer has helped me heaps!
Come !

Care4raw

12-31-2009, 09:55 PM

I did a lovely cypress trail hike. Instead of the circular route i went back up a very steep incline. it was so much easier on me than i thought it would be. i am eating primarily fruit these days and have to wonder if this is part of it.
So i am not really sure how many hikes i managed a week. Pretty sure i did hit my target though.
Hope you all did too.
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
See ya all on the Jan thread..:)