Level 2 is just...awful. I feel like I got hit by a train and now I know why I did this only once before. Very awkward moves that also require some balance. Oh well...gonna keep on keeping on.
Today's Pilates class. Love what Pilates is doing for my core. It's making me feel strong and flexible. Thinking it's time to add some impact to my workout...
Just finished 45 minutes of digging in the garden followed by Turbo Fire HIIT 25. I really, really, really wanted to quit halfway through the video, my muscles were already fatigued from jumping on the shovel and heaving sod around, but I'm glad I didn't. It was worth it! Tonight I have to go to H&R Block for taxes, then it's grocery shopping = bleh.
I'm thinking tomorrow I'll do a quick ab workout in the morning for my formal workout and spend more time in the garden.
novangel Ahh, I hated 30 day shred the (very short amount of) time I tried it. Good for you for sticking to it! When it's hard that just means you're doing a good job! Be proud!
Exhale (Sanity? Exhale? Dunno what to call you now! ) I'm glad your pilates class is working for you! I should do more pilates, but I tend to skip it cause it is soo difficult to keep proper form. Good work!
Bunneh, I know it's lots of work, but I envy you your garden. As far as the Pilates goes, I do better with difficult things done in one spot than difficult things done running/jumping, etc. I was first drawn to Pilates 'cause it's done lying down Good luck with the Tax Man
Angel, you're inspiring
Philly, hope you had a great day
Today's Pilates class got me back on track. Instead of focusing on how grumpy I felt, I focused on focusing and the hour flew by and I did good.
My work day was non stop. On top of that I didn't have any food with me and had to wing it. First problem was that i didn't get anything in my stomach until 1pm. It was downhill from there and my energy is now gone. I'm going to get to bed early in an effort to get up early and do my workout in the morning instead of in the evening. I want to try to change my body clock cause its getting to nice out to workout after work. Sometimes I just want to be out and about.
So a nice person on the facebook group I frequent was nice enough to let me download a ebook by Jorge Cruise called The Belly Fat Cure. My first problem with the premise is the lack of fruit. However this goes with that video that nobody watched that I posted about sugar...sigh! He advocates limiting sugar to 15grams a day.
I see everybody of rockin and rollin along.
novangel, your body likes a challenge. With challenge brings change. Keep up the good work
Exhale, I'm very bad at pilates. Not only am I inflexible, but my core is very weak.
Bunneh, gardening AND HITT....wow! I echo exhale and wish you luck with the tax man.
Today was to be a cardio day, but I really don't have the energy. I'm off to make a protein shake for dinner and relax.
From my Sparkpeople subscription. Number 81 is great Going through the list every morning to help seal the deal.
100 Reasons to Exercise Now
1. Because it makes you feel confident
2. Because it helps you get stronger
3. Because exercise helps combat depression
4. Because you'll feel proud of yourself
5. Because you have goals you want to reach
6. Because you'll feel bad if you don't
7. Because you want to move forward, not backward
8. Because it burns more calories than not working out
9. Because it improves your heart health
10. Because you want a great butt
11. Because it prevents diabetes
12. Because you want to be a good example to your kids
13. Because you want to feel good in your clothes
14. Because it reduces your risk of cancer
15. Because your body was made to move
16. Because you want to be an athlete
17. Because you want to look better
18. Because it lifts your mood
19. Because you want to stand taller
20. Because it reduces back pain
21. Because it feels good
22. Because it makes you feel accomplished
23. Because you spend most of your day on your butt
24. Because swimsuit season is always coming
25. Because strong is the new skinny
26. Because dieting only works so much
27. Because it strengthens your bones, too
28. Because it helps you lose weight
29. Because it allows you to eat more food
30. Because it's the best way to spend "me" time
31. Because it helps you de-stress
32. Because it's cheaper than therapy
33. Because you want a strong core
34. Because you want to take care for yourself
35. Because you take pride in your body
36. Because it strengthens your legs
37. Because it helps your clothes fit better
38. Because you want to push yourself
39. Because you are capable of more than you ever imagined
40. Because moving your body feels good
41. Because it keeps your mind sharp
42. Because it helps you beat belly bloat
43. Because it helps you sleep better at night
44. Because it gives you energy
45. Because you want to stay healthy as you age
46. Because you want to look younger
47. Because you want toned arms
48. Because it improves your balance
49. Because it burns off last night's dessert
50. Because it boosts your immune system
51. Because sweat is sexy
52. Because you want to live longer
53. Because you want to get better at your game
54. Because you want to catch someone's eye
55. Because exercisers earn more money
56. Because you're more likely to eat better when you exercise
57. Because you want to shave time off your running pace
58. Because you want to breathe easier
59. Because you want to see the scale drop
60. Because exercise improves your sex life
61. Because you are worth it
62. Because being fit makes everything in life better
63. Because you promised yourself that you would
64. Because you deserve a better life
65. Because it'll help you drink more water
66. Because you want to do real push-ups
67. Because it reduces your health care costs
68. Because you'll miss fewer days of work
69. Because you want to create a new future for yourself
70. Because it'll help you like what you see in the mirror
71. Because it'll makes clothing shopping more fun
72. Because you want to look and feel incredible
73. Because exercising can be fun
74. Because it'll help you sweat out toxins
75. Because it's a good way to spend time with your friends
76. Because it'll help you prevent the middle-age spread
77. Because it reduces your blood pressure
78. Because you don't want to let yourself go
79. Because you don't want to squeeze into an airplane or rollercoaster seat
80. Because it strengthens your spirit
81. Because it's a cheap way to entertain yourself
82. Because you'll be able to reward yourself
83. Because you need a reason to wear those new workout clothes
84. Because you're tired of being tired
85. Because not working out is not going to get you very far
86. Because it's a great way to spend time outside
87. Because you made a commitment to yourself
88. Because you're tired of starting over
89. Because there will always be another wedding, vacation or reunion
90. Because you're not a quitter
91. Because it improves your cholesterol
92. Because it boosts your metabolism
93. Because it prevents age-related muscle loss
94. Because if you can do this, you can do anything
95. Because a fit body is a healthy body
96. Because it beats sitting on the couch
97. Because everyone has at least 10 minutes to spare
98. Because you want to be stronger than your excuses
99. Because not working out isn't working out for you
100. Because the only workout you ever regret is the one you skip
Completed Les Mills Hard Core Abs and TurboFire Tone 30 this morning.
I'm planning to spend about an hour in the garden today. I should be able to finish digging the bed I'm working on easily in that time and then I will get through as much of the bed with the hand tiller as I can.
Plus it's laundry day. Hanging laundry on the line then getting it down always seems like more work than it should be!
Bunneh, I didn't know you had les mills! I was looking at his beachbody product. I want it for the barbell alone.
novangel, lol@skipping to level 3. Just think what doesn't kill ya makes you stronger...lol The offer for body revolution will always be on the table. I uploaded a few workouts on 4shared just let me know.
Ok, this mornings workout didn't happen. I started a new blog on blogger so I spent some time playing with that and before I knew it it was 11pm. I will commend myself for not having an evening snack last night. I even looked at my food journal before making the decision. Yay me! Ok, gotta get back to work.
So I've been doing alternate days. Today is an 'off' day. Feeling the Pilates in my hips and back. I love being made aware of my 'anatomy', and opening up the stiff areas is energizing! In Yoga, it's believed that lack of circulation/tightness/'congestion' is a breeding ground for disease, hence the focus on 'openings' and unblocking energy - there's is something to it...
Tomorrow afternoon I have a Pilates class; but in the morning I'm thinking of trying a Zumba class...I have a couple of classes left on a gift card, and everyone raves about Zumba, so I'll get out of my comfort zone and give it a try....
) I'm glad your pilates class is working for you! I should do more pilates, but I tend to skip it cause it is soo difficult to keep proper form. Good work!
Good luck with the Tax Man 
