Day 33 - Feelin' the burrrrn

It's interesting to me that, although I am getting stronger, I am still just as sore after each workout. The stronger I get, the more I push myself. Early on in the program, I would stop & drink water more often throughout the workouts. They make sure to stress to you to go at your own pace... so that is what I do. Now that I am getting stronger every day, I work harder, dign deeper, and am able to do more. Thus, I am still just as sore. It's kinda cool, really.

I am very nervous about Monday's workout. We are doing an additional workout after the Fit Test. I cannot remember what the workout is called, but boy am I nervous! That Fit Test kicks my ass all on its own, without adding another workout afterwards. Yikes! You know I will be posting on Tuesday for sure, to let you all know how it went... if I survive. ;-D

I'm so glad it's Friday, although I have really been enjoying these workouts. They are more fun for me for some reason, than the rest of them. Maybe the next set of DVDs that we will start next week, will have more fun workouts too.

Happy Friday Y'all!

Recovery Week

Are you sure that they did not misname the title? This program is kicking my ass. I thought I was gonna die during the leg lifts. I was so happy when I made it through. Woo hoo! I can see my core strenghtening. I am inspired to buy one of those things you wrap around your stomach to sweat more. I want to lose weight quicker. So I'm learning patience this week I guess.

 

Insanity

Hey everyone! I have not been blogging lately like I was when I started. Last week I worked out Monday, Wed and Thursday. This week I worked out Monday but did the wrong exercise. I did Pure cardio and Abs - I have gotten off my rhythmn. Today I am going to do my Core Cardo and Balance. What I have found is that when I miss a day it ripples and has an effect on everything! From the food I choose and the intentionality behind it. I have found if I don't do it in the morning or at noon - it just doesn't get done. So I am going to do the next program in a few minutes and will blog about the results.

Day 30!! ~ Keep on Truckin'

Well, today's workout was the same as yesterday's (as it will be all week), but i enjoyed it even more. It was really FUN! I really want to go home and do it again. If I didn't have plans this evening, I probably would. ;-D

I just can't wait for my body to look like the chick's on the top of the blogsite! All except for the floating grapefruits on her chest. Mine may float a bit more than they do now by the end of the program, but I have a good feeling they won't float quite that much... because mine are, afterall... real. To the legs, arms, and core however... I say YES!

Day 29!! - Recovery Week! Yay!!

This morning's workout was AWESOME! We get to do a recovery cardio workout all week. This doesn't mean "easy," but it's a bit milder. I definitely appreciate it, that's for sure. My abs really got a great workout in this one. I'm hoping that since we do the same one every day this week, that by Thursday, I'll really have this one in the bag. Not that it will get easier neccesarily, because the easier it seems to get, the more you push yourself to challenge yourself. I just think that my confidence will certainly go way up. I could use that. I always feel like I totally suck compared to the people in the DVDs. I know that they are mainly fitness trainers, athletes, and all, but for some reason, I get a kick outta making myself feel small. I am giving that up right now.


I noticed over the weekend that my posture is really improving. I'm sure that has a lot to do with all the core strengthening I've been doing in these workouts. I am loving that as I have always had not so great posture. Also, my arms are so beautiful... particularly when I flex them. ;-D Definitely loving that too.

I seriously DID NOT want to exercise AT ALL on Saturday. I didn't wait all day to do it, but even all during the warm-up, I kept saying to myself, "this is good enough... I've been so good... I don't need to do this whole workout today..." Crap like that. Pushed through it though and got the workout done! Next thing I knew, I was thinking, "WOW! It's already over??!! Sweet! That wasn't so bad. I'm SO glad I did it." There was a sense of pride and accomplishment, having given it up, and given it up, over and over again, to complete the workout. Some days really are tougher than others to push through it.

Insanity is Insane!

Today I woke up bound and determined to get back into my rhythm with the Insanity program. I realized I had lost so much endurance is a short period of time! Craziness! It is so easy to slip back into bad habits like drinking more tea and not being able to say no to those rolls! But despite it all, I got back on track today. And what inspired me most was that I put on my boots and the zipper went over my calves! So what I am doing is working!
Tonight we shoot the pilot for the tv show. Yeah! I am so excited!
So that is what is going on for me today - would love to hear your stories and to support each other sometimes all it takes is showing up, being in communication and getting back to what you are committed to. Good luck to you!

Day 25!!!

Well, I think something amazing is happening to me... I have done the workouts every day this week (along with the last 3 weeks), and for some crazy reason, I actually really want to just go home and exercise right now. Don't get me wrong... when the alarm goes off every morning at 5:34am, I DEFINITELY want to turn it off & go back to sleep for another hour, but I don't. The weird thing is that, aside from the wee hours of the morning, I'm actually craving the workouts at random times of day. Always when I simply cannot do it, like when I'm at work, but anyway... yeah, totally weird for me. I think I like it!

The only workout I have missed thus far was this past Saturday's. I kept putting it off, and putting it off, until finally, after doing Spring cleaning all day at the apt, I fell asleep on the sofa. Oh well... no make wrong. I just simply didn't do it. Got back on track on Monday though & am loving the results! This week I am "periodical", so almost all last week, and the beginning of this week, my tummy was so puffy... I was totally bummed. Like this sh*t isn't working anymore!! WTF!? Then, yesterday, I noticed it was going back down again. Yay! It was just monthly bloating. No biggie. I cannot wait to lose the fat that is sitting on top of my rock hard abs! I am starting to see definition in them, but there is still the juicy layer of *(ahem)*... "skin" over them. Not for long though!! I just know that by the end of the program (another 38 days) I will have done it!! Then... it's off to the next program. I'm thinkin'... the Wave!

I wonder when I will stop breaking out!! That's my only real complaint with this vigorous exercise program... it is serioiusly pushing all the crap out to the surface & causing breakouts all over my face, chest, & back. Enough already! Of course, it's gotten much worse over the last week 1/2 with PMSing & being periodical & all that. Hopefully by next week, when that part of my month is done with, my skin will look better again. I've definitely been sportin' the serious glow too, since about the 2nd week of the program. No complaints there. Sure I may look a bit greasy from time to time, but whatever... it's a healthy glow!

Insanity seriously rocks y'all!

Ok, hopefully it won't be too long before my next post.

Peace!

Oh... and HAPPY EARTH DAY!
Please do something special for Mother Earth today.

April 19th Insanity workout

It is Monday and I am thrilled to be working out. Last week my rhythm was off - I missed two workouts - the first time. Anyway, I am back on track today and boy can I tell that I had built up toxins in my system. My stress level had skyrocketed today - unlike other days. This point in my life stress is at its height and my workouts have really given me an outlet to work it all out. I feel really great. Today so far have had a protein shake and a grilled chicken salad and am full. Gotta love that. I have tried hemp protein in my shake to see if I liked that - seems to not be as filling as the rice protein shakes I had been drinking. Also noticed that when I am not working out that I don't tend to drink as much water I drink more tea because I think it is going to give me more energy. My skin looks really dry, so hopefully now tht I am back on track I am going to increase my water intake. I feel like I am constantly retraining my brain to get into the rhytmn until it just becomes a lifestyle.    

Day 19 Cardio Power and Resistance

Wow today was intense, but I was up for the challenge - especially after yesterday being more chill. However, I culd tell a difference from eating that cheesecake yesterday. Oh man! Stomach cramps happened in the middle of the workout - but I did not stop pushing through. As a result I feel like I sweated out those toxins big time. I am feeling stronger in my core - woo hoo! Summer here I come!    

Day 18 Cardio Recovery

Well I exercised today doing the Cardio Recovery and boy did I enjoy it. It was a great break from all that Cardio. I am feeling stronger and stronger each day. My diet today was not great. I did eat Italian food and some cheesecake which is not on the diet, but it sure did taste good. I never eat that kind of food. But I have always heard that if I as too restrictive then I wont stick to my diet, just dont cheat too much. I feel like as long as I am following my exercise program and get back on track tomorrow I will be fine.
We did not shoot the ! piolet today because of schedule conflicts, so I am excited that I have another week to get in better shape - yeah! Noticing that alot of toxins are surfacing - my skin has been breaking out this week behind my neck and on my face - this is unusual for me. But my body feels so clean every time I exercise that I want to keep on going. So tomorrow I am committed to drinking more water and eliminating sugar.       

Day 17 Insanity

So, just wanted to say I did not blog yesterday. I wokred out for about 20 minutes. Made the mistake to drink a protein drink too soon before my workout and I got sicker than a dog. A great way to clean yourself out - but was unintended!

Anyway, tonight I did Pure Cardio and Cardio Abs late tonight - I was not going to let two days go by and get off track. Needless to say it was a tough workout. I didn't make it through this one as well as I did before - guess I started getting cokcy losing 1.2 an inch. Felt invincible. Fully how when I lose a little weight that I subconsciously think I don't have to work out as hard. Anyway - tomorrow I will be back on track with my workouts in the morning instead of the eveing. It makes a huge difference.

Today I went to a wellness group and talked about the program we are doing. I felt confident, clear and energized and I attribute to this workout and eating program. I am fired up for tomorrow - I will work out in the morning to get the glow. Tomorrow night we are shooting the pilot for our tv show.   

Day 17!! Dun-Dun-DUNNN!!

This morning's workout was badass! It seriously kicked my ass & I feel great! As Shaun T says after the Pure Cardio, "This sh*t is bananas!" Haha!! Seriouisly though. Super sore, but I love it. The abs workout is amazing, I've gotta say. I admit, I certainly am looking forward to tomorrow's Cardio Recovery though. ;-) It's still super hard, but at least I won't be jumping around like a crazy woman, practically unable to breathe & feeling like vomitting. Ok, ok, it's not that bad... well... actually, yes it is.

Last night's Bollywood dance class was great... better than last week's. We started learning something new that I am really excited about. Absolutely gorgeous, sensual, and romantic. I wish next week wasn't the last class. This workshop sure has gone by super fast!

I'm actually feeling super sleepy today for some reason. Don't know why. I got the same amount of sleep last night as always. Odd. I just did NOT want to get out of bed this morning at 5:45 to exercise. Glad I did, but I'm still so sleepy. Perhaps it's allergies... who knows? At least my body feels strong, even though it's tired. I can't wait to sleep in on Saturday... mmm... sleeping until 8:00... lovely.

Fit Test 2 - Holy Mackerel!

It's true... Laurie, Melissa, & I did the insane Fit Test yesterday after work. That thing is mocking me. I swear. I improved on some things, but not on all. I was hoping for more than that. I am surprised because I definitely feel like I am waaay stronger. Oh well. Next time I will seriously kick some Fit Test ASS! ;-D

I forgot my results at home, so I cannot post them today, but I remember my measurements:

Day 1:
Waist: 31"
Hips: 39"
Thigh: 21.5"
Arm: 11.5"

Day 15:
Waist: 30"
Hips: 38"
Thigh: 21"
Arm: 10"

So... an inch off both my waist & hips!! Half an inch off my thighs!! AND... an inch 1/2 off my arms! Wow! That's pretty freakin good for 2 weeks! I know I'm stronger, but haven't noticed getting smaller at all, but I guess I am! Yayyy! That pumps me up - now I'm ready to workout again! Hahaha!! I am happy to be making such progress.

Tonight I have Bollywood dance class with Kimmy & Karen. I may be a bit sore from this morning's workout (that Cardio Circuit was HARD CORE!), but I think I'll manage. I LOVE our Bollywood dance workshop... so fun! Too bad there's only 2 classes left. This is something I've always wanted to do & now I want to keep doing it... not to mention, I also want to get back into Belly Dancing. I'm-a gonna!

Insanity Day 14

Today was great. Sam and Melissa and I worked out in my loft and did the fit test. This was the second time that I had done it and it was just as challenging the second time as the first. Here were my scores from the first time to today.
                           Fit Test 1               Fit Test 2
Switch Kicks           44                        105
Power Jacyk           38                          50
Power Knees          46                          64
Power Jumps           30                         40
Globe Jumps             4                          10
Sucide Jumps           15                         15
Push Up Jacks         18                           8
Low Plank                23                         41

Today was very intense - the cardio seemed really over the top - not sure why especially because I feel stronger. I have lost 1/2 inches in every area of my body. I can not wait to see what happens within the month. It is very exciting!          

Insanity Day 13

Day 13 Insanity

Well, I just have to say - that yesterday I did not work out. I ended up going to an Ayervedic Cooking class instead. By the time I got home I took a nap and then it was time for date night. By 12:00 I was like, I have to work out but I am too tired. So here it is Sunday and I am planning on exercising this morning. Usually Sundays are workout days off - but I want to maintain my word to myself and that means following the program as designed - 6 day workout weeks. Never in my life have I been this committed and disciplined in my exercise that I can remember. It feels so great! I'll post another post after my workout this morning.

By the way Sam - Melissa Moon is going to be joining us Monday for the Fit test.   

Day 12 Insanity! Why does it hate me?!?!

Hooray!! I'm finally able to blog on our blog!

Holy moly y'all! I just now did today's workout. Usually I workout at 6am. Just finished & I'm sweatin' my ass off! Now I know what they mean when they talk about hitting a wall... I hit that wall today... Did NOT want to workout. Pushed through it though. Whew! I just had to force myself to do it! Push through it!... So glad I did though. I think I'm gonna sleep really good tonight. ;-). One more day, then a day to rest... Then we'll be on week THREE!!! Awesome! Fit Test on Monday! I hope I do better than I did the first day. I have a very good feeling I will since I have not felt as strong as I do now, since I was about 24... freakin' badass!

Just like Laurie mentioned, I've got some serious muscles deveolping under the skin (fat) that has just yet to burn off... rock hard muscles! I think the leftover fat pretty much knows it's a gonner though, at this point. I don't believe in weighing myself on a scale when I'm really working out since muscle weighs more than fat, but I definitely feel like I'm getting trimmer. Woo-hoo! I seriously can't wait to see what I will look like at the end of this program.

Today was definitely rough, but I am breakin' through this damn wall!! I'm goin' all the way!

This will be us in 60 days!

Insanity Day 12

Just got finished with my workout - intense today. I felt like I was in a lot of resistance - mental resistance that is. I keep getting stronger but at times feel lazy when I am working out - pretty ironic. I keep going back to my intention of my exercise program which is to prepare for the tv show - look hot, sexy and to feel incredible about my body.

I haven't lost weight yet but I can feel muscles really strong under a layer of skin. I am noticing that every day when I work out the negative thoughts that have been running through my mind about anything I use my workout to burn through them.

I have been using my line of products Heartfelt Journeys Solar Plexus blend every day to increase my intensity levels. I have noticed a noticeable change in my level of focus, concentration, and energy levels. Where other people are getting stuck, I can push through. I haven't felt like that since my 20s when I was doing Kundalini yoga - my favorite style of yoga!

Going to drink my power shake - protein, superfood greens and cranberry juice with ice. I look forward to it every day!     

Day 11 forgot to say

I forgot to blog about my eating habits today. I think that procrastination of eating on a timely manner today threw me wayy off. I woke up had a shake - which I normally have after working out. Then I waited too long to eat lunch. Had a piece of fruit a banana and small orange for a snack and then for dinner had a stuffed red bell pepper. Was hungry all day and got a raging headache. Did not have enough water and exercised late. Now I know how important it is that when my food intake is on schedule I have the energy drive and motivation in the exercise area.

 I am feeling really clean energy in my body right now which is driving me to want to work out each day. But, my clothes still feel uncomfortable and tight - no weightloss yet. I know it will just fall off and I will be amazed and surprised - but it hasn't happened yet. I just hav to take one day at a time and be patient. This si the first time in my whole life that I have been this disciplined. I figure that if I am in integrity in one area - the area to myself then other areas will open up as well.   

Day 11 - Insanity Workout

What a day! I was resistant to working out all day today - not sure why. Despite the tightness I feel in my belly and overall wellbeing - I procrastinated until 11:00 pm to do my exercise. I thought I have come this far I do not want to break my flow and be out of integrity.




My intention of doing all of this exercise in the first place is to get in shape for a tv show. What is funny is that my boyfriend wants to shoot a show for his college course and so the show is happening sooner than later! I thought I had 60 days! So it is pushing me even more.



What I am finding is that it is sooooooooooooooo important to have something that is bigger than myself saying you really need to get in shape and exercise. It took being out in the public eye for me to go - I will not show myself to the world in a way that is not consistent with who I know myself to be.



So now I sit in front of the computer sweating my butte off and I feel great. I am so happy that I showed up for myself. My mind is clearer, my energy level feels great and I am ready to get up tomorrow and do it again!

Day 10 - Insanity

Today was the Cardio Circuit workout and it kicked my ass! It sweated big time today and feel like my core is strengthening but I felt like my energy levels were not as up today - probally because of that time of the month. However, despite the fact that I was resistant, I did it anyway because I am feeling so much less stress and feel just more overall wellbeing.

It is interesting how this seems like it is just a part of my life now and there is no am I in the mood to workout anymore - it is like brushing my teeth everyday - gotta get it in.

My diet has also been on track. I have lightened up on my caffiene levels a little and am eating less cheese and small meals. Yesterday I had a salad at the Black Eyed Pea - Blackberry and Strawberry Chicken Salad, a Protein Shake, Fruit and ate at Chipotles without tortillas. Did have a small amount of chips. Came home and had some yogart with walnuts and strawberries. Felt Great!  So am I am on track for the first time in my life. Usually it is a great workout but diet is off or the opposite. I am so excited! Finally disciple that is easy!     

Day 9 Insanity April 5 2010

Not sure why but for some reason it was easy to work out today. The days previously - all but yesterday I would work out, get a raging headache - drink tons of water but still had a headache. Then I realized it was because of my cycle - like a suprise every month - 41 years later. Anyway, I did well today. Made it through the exercises like no big deal when two days ago the minutes seemed to go by like hours. In a way I feel like I am gaining strength and it feels great!  

Insanity - yeah it is INSANNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNEEEEEEEEE

Woke up this morning, it is day 4 and I can barely walk - but driven to do what it takes no matter what! So I eat my banana and drink my water and laugh, when I have to go to the restroom because it seems sooooooo far away. Every step I take hurts, but in one more week I will be able to tell that all that exercise and eating healthy paid off!