~September Movement/Fitness Thread~

[monkapotapus]

Welcome to September!! :)

This is the place to tell us about:
Your movement/fitness activities for the day....
Your movement/fitness goals for the month...if you'd like to share....

Join us at ANY time.....stay as long as you'd like....;)

This is a way for us to support & motivate each other!! :cool:

So, what are your plans/goals for September??

[monkapotapus]

My Goal for September is to get some kind of movement in EVERYDAY....whether it be a quick walk around the block, some simple yoga movements, teaching my yoga classes, getting on a piece of exercise equipment or doing an exercise dvd........Just SOMETHING!!

I find I feel much better when I focus on this.....it's been a while since I have tried to do this, but my body & mind sure appreciated it! ;)

[Revvell]

I'm with you Monk. Getting in some movement EVERY day!

One of the things I began last month was to do 100 reps of some movement every day. For instance ~ squats. I might do 10 reps, 10 times a day or, 25 before a meal....

Today, I'm planning on going down and doing some stretching; then doing 100 macebell swings.

~ Revvell ~

[Zaphirah]

I am going to do 20-40 min of kundalini yoga. Things are *super* hectic right now (starting college after a 15 year break, kids started school today, and 2 other *looming* deadlines to meet by Friday. blech.) but I hope to add in a 5 mile walk next week, and add another 5 miles the following. I love doing 2 five mile walks a day. Starts my day off right in the morn and destresses me in the afternoon.

[Revvell]

The work-out part of my day is done. I began at 7 a.m. with about 10 minutes of stretching and then throughout the day I completed (short) mace swings ~ 100 in each direction; swipes with 2, 5# irons clubs ~ 100 total and the daily dozen bodyweight moves ~ 12 of each. It's 6:30 p.m. and I'm done!

Food ~ caffeine free hot tea; 2 dried figs; 1 HUGE white peach; a large bowl of watermelon; 7 fresh figs. I'll most likely have a salad before 9 or so.
Oh! I'll have drunk 32 oz or more of water as well.

see y'all tomorrow!

[BlackKat]

My movement/fitness goals for this month are to start more light strength training, yoga, light jogging, and I would love to take up a dance of some kind... haven't decided what interests me most.

As for today, more walking. I cannot get enough walking. I work a full day at work, mostly on my feet. I come home and sit down, only to feel the urge to get up again and pace around the house. I go for several walks a day (mostly short) but have been steadily increasing my long walk (2 hours or so).

I'm guessing my constant urge to walk is maybe my body's way of telling me I should change it up a bit. I've never had this feeling before because I was always forcing myself up and out of the door. I dreaded exercise. Now it's like I need to tell myself to sit and rest. HA!:D

Maybe the dance and yoga will do the trick.

Good luck this September everyone!

[Seductive Arts]

Since I am smoothie fasting/feasting in September, I will just focus on walking. I didn't do it today, but I will on Sept. 2.

[Baby Bird]

I so need this thread in my life right now!

Goals for the month:MOVE and STRETCH every day + drink 3 liters of water every day

This morning I let my 4.5 month old son lead the stretching...lots of happy baby pose, stretching hamstrings and spinal twists...and imitative play is so fun with him. Our movement portion of the program was hiking around our local botanical garden with him (22lbs!) on my back in his carrier. A great day!

But not enough water...tomorrow!

[monkapotapus]

Welcome Everyone!!!

Sounds like some great goals we have going on this month :D

Wed Sept 1st
I got in 5 min of light yoga stretching :)

I have a feeling this is going to be an AWESOME month, full of a lot of SUPPORT!!!!!

[reina80]

So yesterday was not good - I am fighting off a bad cold but I did get my usual 2 mile walk in this morning pushing the stroller. And my DVD (Debbie Siebers Slim in 6) came in the mail so starting Tuesday probably I will get on that every morning (love that workout - this is the 2nd time I've bought the DVD - lost the other one). The weight is coming off but I am still really flabby. So...here's to moving and thank goodness it will be cooling off soon! :)

[monkapotapus]

So yesterday was not good - I am fighting off a bad cold but I did get my usual 2 mile walk in this morning pushing the stroller. And my DVD (Debbie Siebers Slim in 6) came in the mail so starting Tuesday probably I will get on that every morning (love that workout - this is the 2nd time I've bought the DVD - lost the other one). The weight is coming off but I am still really flabby. So...here's to moving and thank goodness it will be cooling off soon! :)

I hope you feel better!
I have the SI6 series, but never really used it......come to think about it.....I have a lot of exercise dvds I've never used......lol....:rolleyes:

[monkapotapus]

Tuesday 9-2-10
Taught/did my 1hr yoga class~:)

[Seductive Arts]

i walked two miles this evening.

[reina80]

So I walked about another 2 miles last evening and did about 1.5 miles this morning instead of my usual 2. :( I usually walk my son to school but he dumped me for some boys his age (he's 7) so I had to find a different route.

[monkapotapus]

So I walked about another 2 miles last evening and did about 1.5 miles this morning instead of my usual 2. :( I usually walk my son to school but he dumped me for some boys his age (he's 7) so I had to find a different route.

Why be sad?
You're doing great!! :D

[monkapotapus]

Friday 9-3-10~
TGIF - Seriously!!
It was a super crazy day at work today, so I just came home and did 10min of light yoga - I feel better already! :)

Happy Labor Day Weekend Everyone!!!
Let the games begin ;)

[BlackKat]

Friday 9-3-10~
TGIF - Seriously!!
It was a super crazy day at work today, so I just came home and did 10min of light yoga - I feel better already! :)

Happy Labor Day Weekend Everyone!!!
Let the games begin ;)

It's great that you can wind down the day with some relaxing yoga. Happy Labor day weekend to you too! Any fun fitness plans for the weekend out of the ordinary?

I plan to go to Botanic Gardens (Chicago) and walk around all day taking pictures. Can't wait!

As for today 9/4/2010 I will be going for my 2 hour walk, and I'm dog sitting for a couple neighbors so tack on another hour or so of dog walking through out the day :)

[monkapotapus]

It's great that you can wind down the day with some relaxing yoga. Happy Labor day weekend to you too! Any fun fitness plans for the weekend out of the ordinary?

I plan to go to Botanic Gardens (Chicago) and walk around all day taking pictures. Can't wait!

As for today 9/4/2010 I will be going for my 2 hour walk, and I'm dog sitting for a couple neighbors so tack on another hour or so of dog walking through out the day :)

Thanks BlackKat! :)
I am doing a 3 day juice fast/feast this weekend to help get back on track with 100% Raw again.....;)
I don't have any huge fitness plans other than tearing my house apart & cleaning, cleaning, cleaning!!!!!

I love the Botanical Gardens in Chicago! Beautiful scenery ....hope you enjoy it & get a lot of stunning pictures~

I would love to work myself up to 2 hour walks everyday!
Have fun walking the puppy :cool:

[monkapotapus]

Saturday 9-4-10

Just did 5 minutes of restorative yoga poses :o

[monkapotapus]

Sunday 9-5-10~

5 minutes of gentle, restorative yoga poses......ahhh :o

[BlackKat]

I ran today! I must say that before going raw I was a pack a day smoker/junk food eater. It HURT to run... I ran 2 miles today without feeling winded. Wow, what a difference. Also walked my usual hour.

[BlackKat]

Labor day:

*walked around Botanic Gardens for about 4 hours (of course stopping to admire many beatiful plant life). So very casual pace.

*about to go for a short 20 minute run

[monkapotapus]

Great job BlackKat!!
You've come a long way from your old habits! ;)
Did you take a lot of pictures of the gardens?

[monkapotapus]

Monday 9-6-10~

I have been very tired on this juice fast - I think my body was in need of a lot of rest....so, that's what I've been doing .... ;)

Today I did 5 min of gentle yoga~

[BlackKat]

Monk, That is great that you are listening to your body and giving it the rest it needs. Good job with sticking to your juice fast as well!

[monkapotapus]

Thanks BlackKat!
Today is my last day of the juice fast - Day 3 - It went well!
I had hoped to get more done around the house this holiday weekend, but it is...what it is....;)

[monkapotapus]

Tuesday 9-7-10~
Taught/did my 1hr yoga class~:o

[reina80]

I've been off a couple days but here is the brief synopsis - Saturday we walked about 4 miles around Philadelphia - Sunday we walked about 2 miles of the Great Alleghany passage and this morning I did my usual 2 mile circuit around the neighborhood. And looking forward to some cooler weather to do some walking at night too. Didn't get to my workout DVD yet - but will soon.

[cara4art]

Off to the gym in a few minutes to do my weight workout(takes about 40 minutes) and 15-20 minutes of high-intensity-interval-training on the elliptical, with a 5 minute warm-up and cool-down on either end of that period. I only do the high intensity cardio a couple of times a week, and hooping 4 days a week makes up the rest of it plus it's so much fun(been at it for 3 months now).
When I come home, either a good big salad, or a green smoothie awaits - best post-workout drink ever. Most likely going with that.

[monkapotapus]

I've been off a couple days but here is the brief synopsis - Saturday we walked about 4 miles around Philadelphia - Sunday we walked about 2 miles of the Great Alleghany passage and this morning I did my usual 2 mile circuit around the neighborhood. And looking forward to some cooler weather to do some walking at night too. Didn't get to my workout DVD yet - but will soon.

Sounds like you had some nice scenery on your walks! :)

[monkapotapus]

Off to the gym in a few minutes to do my weight workout(takes about 40 minutes) and 15-20 minutes of high-intensity-interval-training on the elliptical, with a 5 minute warm-up and cool-down on either end of that period. I only do the high intensity cardio a couple of times a week, and hooping 4 days a week makes up the rest of it plus it's so much fun(been at it for 3 months now).
When I come home, either a good big salad, or a green smoothie awaits - best post-workout drink ever. Most likely going with that.

Sounds like you've got a great system going! :D

I've looked into hooping before - looks like a blast!
Did you find it difficult in the beginning?

[monkapotapus]

Wed 9-8-10~

Super busy day at work & I'm really tired to boot......
So, not wanting to break my monthly goal - I just did 3 min of gentle yoga....I need to make a salad! :)

[cara4art]

"Sounds like you've got a great system going!

I've looked into hooping before - looks like a blast!
Did you find it difficult in the beginning?" - monkapotapus

Hooping is so much fun that one almost forgets one is getting a great cardio workout besides! Tons of off-body hoop moves along with dance moves brings even more of the body into this and with great high-energy music you're SMOKIN' - no kidding! It IS challenging in the beginning though, to keep that hoop up for more than a few rotations, and some people are naturals at this and others take longer to pick up on this. But nearly anyone can learn to hoop - after all, many of us older ones did it as kids in the 1950s and cheap very light-weight almost toy-like hoops are sold now. The difference between the old hula hoops and the ones now is that there are different sizes and weights depending on one's own size and ability. Generally speaking, a larger diameter, heavier hoop is easier for beginners to get moving - this is why when an adult picks up an old kid's hoop it's too light and too small for their body, making it much more difficult to spin around. Also, the emphasis on current hooping is dance and movement-oriented, making it a lot of fun. One can bring whatever skills(dance, gymnastics, acrobatics/circus arts, flow yoga, etc.) one has to it too, that's where the magic happens for nice transitions and moves. This is something that resonates really well with me personally. I took a series of beginner classes back in June and into early July(one a week for 5 weeks)and I got a ton out of it, picking up on some stuff really fast too. My teacher was awesome and I'm hoping to take her advanced beginners' intensive in late October. Now I just love it and practice a good bit, plus there are nearly weekly hoop jams around here! I had dance training before(adult ballet classes for 4 years straight including pointe towards the end)plus I like to dance anyway. By the way, raw and hooping are really compatible, as one wants light, high-energy food for high-energy hoop dancing. Whenever I go to a hoop jam, people nearly always have fresh fruit and water along with light snacks. My macaroons were a hit a couple of times at these.

[monkapotapus]

Wow!
Thanks for sharing!! :D
Hooping is not in my area yet.....
Do you have any suggetions for buying a hoop/hoop workout?
Thanks again~:)

[cara4art]

hi monkapotapus!
I don't know if I'm allowed to post links here but my suggestion instead right now is to google hoop dancing instruction, etc. A lot of people who teach also sell hoops. Also do a search on YouTube for hooping videos - there's everything from tutorials to people practicing all the way up to inspiring highly-advanced performers - all this will totally keep you busy awhile and you'll end up just HAVING to get a hoop and start learning - have fun!

[monkapotapus]

hi monkapotapus!
I don't know if I'm allowed to post links here but my suggestion instead right now is to google hoop dancing instruction, etc. A lot of people who teach also sell hoops. Also do a search on YouTube for hooping videos - there's everything from tutorials to people practicing all the way up to inspiring highly-advanced performers - all this will totally keep you busy awhile and you'll end up just HAVING to get a hoop and start learning - have fun!

Could you email me directly to tell me who you go through?
I will check out google as well! Thanks~
I think you can post links as long as they are not to other Raw sites :)

[monkapotapus]

Thursday 9-9-10~Taught/did my 1hr yoga class last night.....it felt Amazing!!! After only being 100% Raw for 6 days (3 days were juice fasting) - I can hardly believe how different I felt in my practice tonight!! I am LOVING that feeling again!!!!!!! :D

[monkapotapus]

Friday 9-10-10~
It was a busy day at work & I almost forgot to get some movement in....besides standing all day & walking around doing things.....
Just did 10min of gentle yoga stretches.....ahhh....Let the weekend begin!!!! :cool:

[BlackKat]

I have been busy the last few days with work and planning my trip. The hardest part is finding places to eat and making sure I pack the necessary foods to stick with it.

Work has been busy and rough. Lots of walking around, lifting things. Rarely a moment to sit down. So I believe I got plenty of movement the last few days. It's raining outside here in Chicago today so I feel like having a pilates/yoga day inside and take it easy.

Tomorow will be going up to Wisconsin with the mom to a sheep and wool festival. She adores spinning and dying her own wool/yarn. And I enjoy watching the sheep dog trials :p In any way, I will be walking around a large amount of the day.

Good luck everyone on the weekend!

[Shels]

Hey everybody,
I got lazy for a while, but this past week has been good. Lots of pilates and running, along with sporadic jumping-jacks and push ups.
Today is my day off though, especially considering I was gifted a massage appointment, and I'm going to fully enjoy the relief.

[RawHealthyBeauty]

Just wanted to stop by and say hi!! :)
Still doing P90X!!! Getting stronger everyday!!!
Keep moving ya all!!! :D

[monkapotapus]

I have been busy the last few days with work and planning my trip. The hardest part is finding places to eat and making sure I pack the necessary foods to stick with it.

Work has been busy and rough. Lots of walking around, lifting things. Rarely a moment to sit down. So I believe I got plenty of movement the last few days. It's raining outside here in Chicago today so I feel like having a pilates/yoga day inside and take it easy.

Tomorow will be going up to Wisconsin with the mom to a sheep and wool festival. She adores spinning and dying her own wool/yarn. And I enjoy watching the sheep dog trials :p In any way, I will be walking around a large amount of the day.

Good luck everyone on the weekend!

Where are you in WI?
I live in the Fox Cities Area :)

[monkapotapus]

Hey everybody,
I got lazy for a while, but this past week has been good. Lots of pilates and running, along with sporadic jumping-jacks and push ups.
Today is my day off though, especially considering I was gifted a massage appointment, and I'm going to fully enjoy the relief.

Sounds great Shels!! :D

[monkapotapus]

Just wanted to stop by and say hi!! :)
Still doing P90X!!! Getting stronger everyday!!!
Keep moving ya all!!! :D

LOVE your new picture - you are adorable!!!! :D
Great to know you are still rockin' the P90X Program - good for you!!! :cool:

[monkapotapus]

Saturday 9-11-10~ I spent the day cleaning - so, that is my exercise.... + I did about 1 minutes worth of yoga stretches in bed....lol

Sunday 9-12-10~Just did 5 min of light yoga.....I had hoped to get more movement in this weekend, but didn't.....oh well....:rolleyes:

[Shels]

Love your enthusiasm, monk. =]

[monkapotapus]

Love your enthusiasm, monk. =]

Thanks Shels!! :D

[monkapotapus]

Monday 9-13-10~

5 mins. of yoga, 10 mins. of Reiki....

[monkapotapus]

Tuesday 9-14-10~
Taught/did my 1hr yoga class - it was nice :)

[monkapotapus]

Wed 9-15-10~
This has been a stressful week so far at work & will continue to be busy until Sunday......
I just did 5 min of restorative yoga poses to help me chill~;)

How's everyone else doing????? :confused:

[RawHealthyBeauty]

Still at it!!! And adding kettle bells on the seventh day of the workout. ;)

Oh yeah, yoga is good for mellowing out on cloud 9 even through stressful moments!!

[monkapotapus]

Still at it!!! And adding kettle bells on the seventh day of the workout. ;)

Oh yeah, yoga is good for mellowing out on cloud 9 even through stressful moments!!

I'm glad you're still with me & still at it!! :D

I love yoga - That's why I became a teacher!!!

[monkapotapus]

Thursday 9-16-10~Taught/did my 1hr yoga class.....my legs are a little sore today.....;)

How about YOU?!?!?!?!? :confused:

[monkapotapus]

Friday 9-17-10~
It was like a 3 ring circus at work today......lol....I was in constant motion....

I did 5min of gentle yoga when I got home & some reiki too.....definitely needed it....;)

[blizzardfrisbee]

Month is almost over but in I come... My plan is to walk EVERYDAY!!! I'm interested in how others exercise too.

[monkapotapus]

Month is almost over but in I come... My plan is to walk EVERYDAY!!! I'm interested in how others exercise too.

Welcome!!
It's never too late to join us~:D

[monkapotapus]

Sat 9-18-10~Did 5min of gentle yoga after work.....long day~

Sunday 9-19-10~Cleaned all day - my arms are sore! :p
I also juice fasted Sunday as well~

[monkapotapus]

Now seriously.....where the heck is everyone?! :confused:

[Shels]

Sorry guys, been busy lately. Also, my lower back is starting to ache while running, and sometimes standing for hours on end at my job. Thinking I'm running incorrectly or something... I guess it's back to indoor non-aerobic stuff. :(

[monkapotapus]

Sorry guys, been busy lately. Also, my lower back is starting to ache while running, and sometimes standing for hours on end at my job. Thinking I'm running incorrectly or something... I guess it's back to indoor non-aerobic stuff. :(

Sorry to hear your back is hurting Shels~:(
Are you standing in one spot all day, or moving around?
If you are standing in one spot - make sure you have a thick mat to stand on....

[monkapotapus]

Monday 9-20-10~
Another busy day at work......got home and did 5 min of gentle yoga & breathing.....+ reiki :)

[Seductive Arts]

I run-walked for the first time today.

[monkapotapus]

I run-walked for the first time today.

How was it?
Thanks for chiming in~:D

[monkapotapus]

Tuesday 9-21-10~ Taught/did my 1hr yoga class~:)

[monkapotapus]

Wed 9-22-10~
10 min of gentle yoga & reiki~ :o

[monkapotapus]

Thursday 9-23-10~
Taught/did my 1hr yoga class....had a nice sweat going....with lovely stretches at the end~;)

[monkapotapus]

Well.....I haven't done much in the way of movement the last couple days with the exception of teaching/doing my yoga class yesterday 9-28-10.....
1 hr there.....


This month will be coming to an end tomorrow!!!

I hope more of you will have a chance to join/post next month!!!!!! ;)

[monkapotapus]

Wed 9-29-10~
10 min of gentle, restorative yoga~:o

[monkapotapus]

Thursday 9-30-10~Finished the last day of the month by teaching my 60min yoga class~

I achieved most of my goal in Sept by doing "something" everyday.....I think I missed a total of 4 days......not bad.....;)