Recent content by mmarg9

Hi all Just wanted everyone to know that although a 'hyst' isn't easy - I found that power-walking through the 6 - 8 months of recovery, coupled with regular weight training, you can sustain your fitness, strength and aerobic capacity. I celebrated my year 'hyst- anniversary' this week...

Hi all Just wondering if anyone suggestions re: working out post-hyst (3 months, bikini incision). I've been easing myself back to Cathe after walking like a mad-woman post-op. Have found Low Max OK, the others I've tried with the jumping etc. I lace my fingers over my lower abs to provide...

Hello all Just wondering if anyone could suggest a reasonable way to ease back into Cathe territory. I'm almost 10 weeks post-op from a sub-total hysterectomy and walked like a 'mad-woman' from 1 week post-op. Since returning to work, I'm too pooped to do anything fitness-wise, but now I'm...

Hi Cathe Just wanted to say thanks for your challenging workouts to which I give a whole lotta credit for my speedy recovery from a sub-total abdominal hysterectomy 2 1/2 weeks ago. That extra reserve of physical stamina and strength has really made the difference for this 45 y.o. bod. I'm...

Another idea... I did the step mix first, in order to get it down then the next day did the intervals 1-4 , then a day of intervals 4-7 and lastly put it all together doing the whole shebang. Somehow, it didn't seem so overwhelming ... at least there were some moves I recognized from the...

Does this apply to post-abdominal hysterectomy too?

My full endorsement for Cathe's creativity. I've only had a chance to preview Low Max, Imax 3 and Core Max and I'm amazed at the all the different combos and choreography. I love all your tapes and can't wait to try out these new ones. Thanks for making your work-outs so fun and challenging...

I was a "Firmy" for several years and although I did see some results, they were nothing like what Cathe's videos have given me. I've been working out with Cathe exclusively for 2 years and see a lot more muscle definition ( under the fat layer! LOL) and stamina. One of these days I'll go back...

Hi Melissa Thanks so much for the encouragement and advice, it echoes much of what I've read on the Hyster Sisters web-site. So, I'll try to be in tip- top form and not worry about getting back to working out till my body and MD say go ahead. Marg

I bought a light last August and I've found that it's made a big difference in my mood and general ability to cope with these dark months and depression. Google "Northern Light Technologies" .. it's a Canadian company that has a variety of light therapy devices and although their products are a...

Thanks everyone for your support, encouragement and suggestions. I'm hoping that the Hardcore DVDs arrive soon so I can maximize the time I have pre-op to be in tip-top shape and have a smooth recovery without loosing too much strength and stamina. I've vowed to put all my videos, step...

Thanks for the best wishes!

Hi everyone 45 y.o.I'm scheduled for an abdominal partial hysterectomy in 11 weeks and work out with Cathe at least 3-4 times per week. I feel like I should get into a more serious 'training mode' in anticipation of not being able to work out for the 6 weeks afterwards, and to speed recovery...

Thanks for your message and reassurance Cathe. I love your tapes and look forward to Low Max and Imax 3! :-)

Hi Cathe I noticed from the pictures posted on the web for the Low Max that everyone in it is using 2 risers on their step. It looks very challenging but I wonder about hopping up on that height of step....my knees are aching at the thought of it!:o :o