90 minute workout!

mysweetpeasWil&Wes wrote: I took a 90 minute class at my gym today! I feel GREAT!! It was three 30 minute sessions - first NIA, then hi-lo aerobics, then weight conditioning! I did the same Christmas Eve. Burning off some calories before wine tonight!

Anyone else workout today? If so, what do you do?

amynicole21 replied: Holy! I think I'd drop dead

I worked out yesterday... typical rotation of weight machines and a 30min treadmill walk at a really high incline that makes my bootie ache.

Calimama replied: I do everyday, but I REALLY need to switch it up. I usually run 2 miles and then ride my exercise bike 2 miles.. but lately it doesn't FEEL like it's doing anything. No burn.. nothing.

Brias3 replied:
I've gotten to that point too. I've been horrible about getting to the Y where I take classes, but I've been consistently running about 3-4 miles four times a week. I used to HATE running but now have gotten into a good routine of it, only problem is that I'm not feeling the "burn" like you said!

I think I need to add more variety to my routine, but I'm already on limited time to workout so its hard!

gr33n3y3z replied: When the weather lets me I ride Johns Bike about 6 miles a day or so .... its been more so

Hillbilly Housewife replied: Nah... i do some yoga now and then, that's about it.

PrairieMom replied: um... I carried laundry baskets up 3 flights of stairs... does that count?

I gotta ask, WTH is wrong with you people? i do not run unless someone is chasing me with a weapon, and the only weights I lift are my kids. i am not one of those people that feel really good after a work out. I'm usually sweaty, tired, hot, stinky and just plain annoyed that I worked out.

Maddie&EthansMom replied: I love our total conditioning class (90mins). But I have to work up to it. There's no way I could take it right now.

I'm going to start back to the gym when the kids are back in school next week. I can't wait!!! It won't take me long to become addicted again.

mysweetpeasWil&Wes replied:
You crack me up Tara! See, working out to me seriously gives me a high. I'm a wreck if I don't do it. Emotionally, that is. Total b___, like how some people get if they don't have sex in a long time. It's not all about getting in shape, but how it helps me mentally get through my day.

I am not a runner. You guys that ride bikes and run, more power to you. If it's not a class, where someone is shouting at me to keep moving, loud music, routine type stuff, I'm not really motivated. Treadmill and eliptical are okay, I did that yesterday for about an hour, but I live for taking classes.

Yeah, try something different if you're not feeling the burn!! Your muscles have probably already hit their max with the exercise you're doing. Give them a break for a while and try something new. Then go back to it. You'll see a difference. I think mixing it up also helps get you over that weight plateau (where you stay at the same weight or don't see the results you're looking for). JMO

luvmykids replied:
Same exact thing here!

Calimama replied:
Everyone tells me I'm crazy when I say I do it for the way I feel MENTALLY after working out. Glad I'm not alone!

Maybe I'll try some classes at the gym!

Maddie&EthansMom replied: I live for the classes, too. I'm not really a cardio person, either. I love cardio kickboxing, but only b/c I can take out my frustrations in there. Weights are more my thing.

luvmykids replied: Ok, so what do you recommend for a beginner? My goals are just to tone up and get my heart healthy...not lose weight. I really don't like to exercise. Any suggestions?

Hillbilly Housewife replied: in all honesty...just do excercies that relate to your daily life. Put heavier things in your laundry basket... go up and down stairs with weights around your ankles...things like that.

MyBrownEyedBoy replied:
Seriously, you two make me ill. The only time I'm doing any running is if something with big claws and teeth is chasing me.

Calimama replied:
I used to be like that too. I HATED to run, but loved to play soccer.. so I learned to love running.

PrairieMom replied:
Out of all the things you could choose to learn...

luvmykids replied:
Ironically, I ran cross country in high school and LOVED it. I don't know what was wrong with me then

CantWait replied: We've had the gym close twice in the last week because of heavy snow, uncluding yesterday. It's closed today because it's New Years Day.

I haven't been to the gym in the last 4 days. It's killing me thinking about the weight that is being put on.

I did shovel for about 45 minutes yesterday, and came in the house nasty and sweaty, and I trekked through the snow for half an hour the other day and got a good walk in.

CantWait replied:
If you enjoy running, try adding an incline to your treadmill run.
Even if I just walk with a steep incline, I really feel it in my butt.

Calimama replied:

mysweetpeasWil&Wes replied:
To tone up, I would try a conditioning class. Or circuit training. Start with 3's or 5's and then move your way up. I like the conditioning classes because they get your heart rate up too. So you are burning calories as well as toning. And in a class, someone is counting the reps for you, which I'm not good at doing on my own in the weight room. In my conditioning class, we use free weights, the bar, the rubber bands, balls, bosus, and sometimes gliders. Oh and ankle weights. You work your whole body, but if you don't like the fast paced routine of step or kickboxing, this would be the way to start. HTH

boyohboyohboy replied: I just got THE FIRM, its a total body weight work out, it comes with 6 dvd's and tells you what days to do what dvd and comes with a great menu plan..
i hope to stick to it!
its been around for a while now...so hope thats a good sign.

choochoo replied: Anybody tried Belly Dancing? I have some DVDs and it's pretty fun. I know there are some classes held around here, but I haven't gone out and joined them...'cuz I want to shake my hips and belly in my own home, thankyouverymuch.

luvmykids replied:
I haven't tried it, but I have a friend who is, believe it or not, a professional bellydancer I've never seen such a rock hard six pack on a girl