I'm pretty happy with my progress this week. I'm back on track.
I think part of my problem a couple weeks ago was that, in addition to feeling tired and drained, I was trying to implement too many things all at once. It was way too much and I started getting frustrated. Add that to lack of energy, and I felt like my efforts were getting me nowhere.
So, for me, simpler is better. I'm back to focusing on exercising and eating in a way that will make the most sense for me...a healthy lifestyle that I can sustain.
I've been keeping up with Cardio Core Express in the mornings, but I plan to get back to Level 3 this weekend. Call me crazy, but I'm kind of excited to feel the burn again. ;)
My bestie decided to try 30 Day Shred and I'm so excited for her! She doesn't have much to lose at all, so I know she'll see results quickly if she sticks to it. My suggestion to her was this: Do the first two levels daily (i.e., Level 1 for ten days straight and then Level 2 for ten days straight), because they're manageable enough to work through without needing a break.* Level 3 is intense so you'll need days of rest in between. So the momentum you build in the first twenty days should balance out with the breaks you'll need in the last level. Just my opinion.
It's fun to have someone doing the same program as me, even though we started at different times. My cousin in Florida is on her workout grind too, but she's doing a different program...Spring is in the air, folks, and I for one do not plan on hiding behind cardigans, scarves and loose tops for yet another season! I'm taking a stand and I'm glad to have people standing with me!
Meanwhile...Have you seen Vanessa Hudgens on the cover of Shape Magazine?? That is all the motivation one needs! LOL
Before I run off and grab some lunch, I'd like to give a big welcome to my newest Cut the Cheese subscriber, Tamara! You're the first non-family member to follow my blog - lol - so I'm very excited - haha! I hope you find the info that I share useful. Feel free to chime in or suggest topics anytime. ;)
That's it for now, friends...I hope the rest of the day finds you happy and motivated. Bon weekend!
XOXO
*Disclaimer: This was my suggestion to my friend because I know her. Only my suggestion - not medical advice. You know your body best. If you try this (or any other) workout series and you feel like you need a day or two of rest in between, give your body the time it needs. You want to make sure you're careful about your weight loss methods. And, as they say, consult your doctor before you try any new routine.
Showing posts with label overdoing it. Show all posts
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Friday, April 8, 2011
Monday, March 21, 2011
Days 64, 63, 62 & 61 - Walking Weekend
I got a really good, hardcore workout in on Friday.
I started with Level 3 of 30 Day Shred, and then headed to the park to do a 4 mile run/walk. It was my first time running on an outside trail in a long while so I didn't know how I was going to manage (I tend to get shin splints - prob because of my flat feet), but I did pretty well. Ran a very good portion of the way; and, even when I slowed down to walk, I didn't slow down too much.
Later that day, I unintentionally got even more aerobics in...I ended up walking 3 more miles around Manhattan. And on Saturday morning, I walked for 2 miles in the Bronx. All this at a good pace with a hefty bag on my shoulder. Needless to say, I was DONE by Saturday afternoon. I used Sunday as a day of rest (exercise-wise anyway).
The burn felt really good at the time, but oh-so-wrong afterwards. Talk about shin splints! My legs didn't want to move! Between all the running/walking and the Level 3 exercises (I didn't realize Jillian was getting me to work those inner thighs so much), it was an effort just to move my feet.
But I started feeling better yesterday evening. I was up and at it again, bright and early this morning - well, actually, it wasn't bright yet - it was still pre-dawn. :-/
In a way, the burn still feels good because I know my body's changing; but I'm very aware that I shouldn't be overdoing it. Level 3 is so intense that I think I will have to do it every other day to give my muscles time to repair (unlike in Levels 1 & 2 when I was able to do it every day).
I will be putting those "off" days to good use however...Since 30 Day Shred is mostly focused on anaerobic, strength-building exercises, I'll do some yoga or cardio in between. I'll probably do yoga tomorrow, because my body feels like it could use a really good stretch right about now. I'm sure I'll be doing cardio most of the other days though. I'll keep you posted...
Oh...E made another scrumptious dinner last night. On the menu: steamed fish (red snapper and porgy) with shredded carrots and pumpkin, and sides of asparagus and callaloo. As always, we made a lot so that it will last us for the week. No "food" this time; but I did put two American sweet potatoes in the oven to bake. We didn't eat them yesterday, but at least they're baked and can be warmed quickly during the week.
Here's a picture of the fish. Am thinking about the left-overs right about now. Lunchtime is calling me! :)
I started with Level 3 of 30 Day Shred, and then headed to the park to do a 4 mile run/walk. It was my first time running on an outside trail in a long while so I didn't know how I was going to manage (I tend to get shin splints - prob because of my flat feet), but I did pretty well. Ran a very good portion of the way; and, even when I slowed down to walk, I didn't slow down too much.
Later that day, I unintentionally got even more aerobics in...I ended up walking 3 more miles around Manhattan. And on Saturday morning, I walked for 2 miles in the Bronx. All this at a good pace with a hefty bag on my shoulder. Needless to say, I was DONE by Saturday afternoon. I used Sunday as a day of rest (exercise-wise anyway).
The burn felt really good at the time, but oh-so-wrong afterwards. Talk about shin splints! My legs didn't want to move! Between all the running/walking and the Level 3 exercises (I didn't realize Jillian was getting me to work those inner thighs so much), it was an effort just to move my feet.
But I started feeling better yesterday evening. I was up and at it again, bright and early this morning - well, actually, it wasn't bright yet - it was still pre-dawn. :-/
In a way, the burn still feels good because I know my body's changing; but I'm very aware that I shouldn't be overdoing it. Level 3 is so intense that I think I will have to do it every other day to give my muscles time to repair (unlike in Levels 1 & 2 when I was able to do it every day).
I will be putting those "off" days to good use however...Since 30 Day Shred is mostly focused on anaerobic, strength-building exercises, I'll do some yoga or cardio in between. I'll probably do yoga tomorrow, because my body feels like it could use a really good stretch right about now. I'm sure I'll be doing cardio most of the other days though. I'll keep you posted...
Oh...E made another scrumptious dinner last night. On the menu: steamed fish (red snapper and porgy) with shredded carrots and pumpkin, and sides of asparagus and callaloo. As always, we made a lot so that it will last us for the week. No "food" this time; but I did put two American sweet potatoes in the oven to bake. We didn't eat them yesterday, but at least they're baked and can be warmed quickly during the week.
Here's a picture of the fish. Am thinking about the left-overs right about now. Lunchtime is calling me! :)
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