40 & over checkin - week of 10/05

[fitover40]

Getting us started for the week. I haven't felt very chatty lately. I have kept up the workouts, in fact I did CCv8 yesterday. It was very inspirational for me especially given our circumstances. Today I did Newport for the first time, either that one is tough or I just don't have it in me since I'm feeling blue.

Hope everyone is well....we'll see what this week brings....

 

[pugw]

Lisa, I think Newport is just a tough w/o.

Today was a rest day. Yesterday, I went with a group of girls to a local park and we hiked a trail there. That was a lot of fun and we had gorgeous weather.

I ended up doing another w/o Friday night. I got the Firm's Wave. I know, I know. I did Allison's w/o and really liked it. I thought it was fun and plan on trying another one tomorrow.

My goal for next week is to eat clean all week!!!!

 

[idream]

Hi all,

I havn't worked out what workout I'm going to do tonight. I don't feel like doing much at all! Another sleepless night then up early to work and now, I've got a headache and I feel like blah!!

Sing it with me Girls,

"Poor Poor pitiful me."

I am actually feeling very "over 40" today.

Heres a story for you, I'm a work and there are blokes having "mini meltdowns". A couple of them have had heart attacks in the last 12 months. While having their mini meltdowns, these STUPID men say things like, I should've died. (during the heartattack) or another one who hasn't had a heart attack says, "I would be perfectly happy to just have a heart attack" MEN SAY THE MOST STUPIDIST THINGS!! I heard these things all day today, must've been the day for hormonally challenged men "say something stupid to irritate Andrea day."

And irritate me they did! Why are men soooooo dumb? (now not all men are this dumb just some men)

 

[ShyWolf]

Sheesh Andrea what negative people those guys are.

They should be so thankful that they have life and embrace living - just wow!

Lisa I'm sending you big hugs & prayers!

Rhonda sounds like you had a lovely time hiking .

I'm looking forward to getting my copy of Newport soon. I plan on working it into my semi rotation of KB and cardios.

Today I have Lauren's 40m kbell dvd planned.

I hope you all have a good day.

 

[scubagirl]

Hi Girls! Lisa, you and your DH are in my thoughts today. Rhondalyn, you got the Wave? Is it fun? Worth it? I would love to hear the details. Is it hard to stay on it? Andrea, there are a lot of stupid men out there, you would think they would be grateful they are still around, or maybe that is their fear talking? Vilma, I hope that everyone is now healthy. We went apple picking yesterday, a beautiful day, then I mowed the lawn, great fun! Today I did 4DS HIS, I always get so lost in that one, I don't know how much of a workout I actually get b/c I can't find my way around! Have a good Mon., Off to fold clothes and clean a bathroom or 2. Mary

 

[pugw]

Good morning ladies,

I did Speed Slimming Sculpt with Allie on the Wave this morning. It was fun but not that challenging and only about 30 minutes. I got out A. Bento's ASC 3 out after that and did the moves preview, w/u and combo 1. This one was great fun! Loved it. I'll probably take this one combo at a time to learn and then still have to do the premixes because I don't think I could do the whole thing and survive.

Poor Poor Pitiful Me!

How's that Andrea? Men are stupid!

Vilma, our hike was fun. Enjoy your w/o!

Mary, I do think the wave w/os are fun but I'd hold off until we see if they're going to make any more. I bought these in a moment of weakness and tried to cancel but they shipped them before they responded. They had time to cancel, just didn't.

I like Allison's better, I think. It's about 40 minutes long. I like the balancing aspect and the one-legged moves on them. I don't think very advanced exercisers would consider them challenging enough but I don't like to do killer w/os every day so I appreciate them. I don't find it hard to stay on at all. I did find it trying to slide some today while doing plie squats with on foot on it but in all fairness, I didn't have the mat they supplied under it. I thought my puzzle mats would have been enough to control the movement. I'll have to try with the mat in place to see for sure. I heard some creaking going on while I was on it but it doesn't feel unstable under me. I'll let you know after I use it a while. I don't think you get your best w/o from any of them the first time through.

So far I've met my goal with the clean eating. Of course, it's only 11:45.

 

[Murphy]

Hi everyone,

Just a quick check-in. Today I did BC and over the weekend I did MM.

Lisa- big hugs and prayers to you and DH.

Murph

 

[fitover40]

Hi everyone. It seems time flew today, I'm just getting on to check the forums. I did IMAX2 today, I needed a fun workout. At times I feel ok, and at others I worry. Interview went good for DH, he has a second and third for this same job the end of the week sometime. It would be 75% travel, but we've done it before, we can do it again, and the kids are soooo much more older than last time we had to do it. At times I think everything will work out and at others I get scared. I did sleep last night amazingly enough (I had a little help from a sample from my nutrition job). Not sure if that is what helped or if I was just exhausted.

Rhondalyn, so I'm not a Newport wimp? That's good to know!

Andrea, my sister says stuff like "I don't want to live" etc all the time, drives me crazy. After our parents died 6 yrs ago she even talked about driving into a tree to end it all. Needless to say it didn't help my grieving process. She is such a downer to be around but I can't abandon her, she is my sister. I have learned not to try to help her because she is the only one that can help herself and when I try and she balks I get down and I don't need/want that in my life. I think it has to do with her not liking herself. Know what I mean?

Vilma, how's the kettlebells doing? It's tough fitting in all these fun workouts, huh? I am soooooooo LOVING CC....Coach Sean is helping to inspire me especially with what we are going thru. I got my time down to 10:10 min mile.

Murphy and Mary and EVERYONE, thanks for the good wishes. I sure wish my life would become uneventful ! Seems I was just dealing with my FIL....oh yea, I was. I keep saying "THIS TOO SHALL PASS". <big sigh>

 

[idream]

Hi Girls.

Vilma - My mind was a blank yesturday and the word "Negative" totally slipped from my mind! Thats exactly the right word to describe these guys.

They do have crisis going on in their lives but to say this sort of stuff really annoys me because they have children and families who love them very much. And I don't think its suicidal "crys for help" rather than "its all too hard, I'll take the easy option." That probably sounds really ahrd hearted of me, however, these "same" group of men, have the "same" winges, the "same" complaints over and over again!

You, know, some men, have a good woman at home, who loves them and cares for them and take most of the worries and stresses out of their lives for them. And when something does go wrong in their life they simply "can't deal" and would rather curl up in a little ball.

Us women, on the other hand we are fighters! We get knocked down again and again, but we keep on getting back up! We are grateful for our lives and families, children. We've all had tough times, I think some men are just plain selfish.


O.K Serman over sorry girls, its just I walked into work, big silly happy grin on my face, "Morning" I say, "Whats so good about it?" grumbled back and it started all over again today. B**** B**** and they were still at it by the end of the DAY!

At least I find new things to carry on about!

Lisa - My god, I am so sorry to hear you lost your parents. You've had a tough few years! And you are right "This too shall pass" and you will get through it. Hang in there and most importantly keep finding something to smile and laugh about daily -you'll feel better for it.

Rhondalyn - Whats Newport? Thanks for singing with me! Sounded great!

 

[Ronne]

Hi all

Lisa - glad to hear that DH has got an interview at least. I've been reading about unemployment going up in the US and I thought of you and your DH. Keeping everything crossed for you both.

Rhondalyn - so you're a sucker for new equipment then?! It is nice to do some easier stuff from time to time though.

Andrea - just keep that smile on your face and ignore the moaners ...

Mary - sounds like you had a good weekend. I like the sound of apple picking.

Vilma - glad to see that you're back on your feet again.

The bugs seem to have crossed the Atlantic! I felt pretty rough this weekend but thought I'd got over the worst but this morning I felt lousy. I was going to do the last week of my strength rotation but I'm going to have to rest. I know I don't feel strong enough to work out. I managed some yoga last night and I think that's about as much as I'll do this week. It's a bummer but I hope to be back to it next week.

Hope all have a good day.

 

[fitover40]

Today is my go into work day and therefore my rest day. I'm really enjoying this part time job I have.

Andrea, I felt like I had just recovered from my bout with troubles that started 6 yrs ago and was really enjoying life again. 2002 was an awful year, Sept I lost my Mom, Oct I got a lay off notice, and Nov I lost my Dad. All happened very suddenly and I couldn't even think of looking for a job and thankfully a networking contact brought me into his group until the lay offs passed. Then I went to another job 6 mths later and that turned out to be the worst possible job ever. Anyway, it seems to be happening almost the same way for DH....he lost his Dad in Aug and now he has a lay off notice. Maybe his will turn out with him finding a job to ride out the lay offs. This stupid company decides to cut good people because they need to meet some numbers and don't even look elsewhere to place people...and it is a HUGE company. So they will let excellent employees, only to keep marginal employees in another area. Doesn't make sense.

Ronne, hope you feel better. My DS is sick and I'm hoping we don't catch it from him! The poor kid has to have his wisdom teeth out on Halloween! We scheduled it before we potentially lose the dental coverage and that is the only day they had available. Since Halloween is on a friday he said he may have had plans....I told him tough, suck it up.

 

[Pearlstrand]

Quick check-in

I did Pyramid Upper today; Imax 2 yesterday, and BodyMax the day before. I feel like I've earned my day off tomorrow, and then some. Maybe a little overtrained ...

Andrea, sounds like you've got some "moaners and groaners" back there! Get some ear plugs, put on a big smile, and let them wonder what you're up to! (I hate it when people rain on my parade of life!)

Lisa, I think you and your DH have a lifetime of good fortune headed your way because you've certainly come through some hardships lately! I was thinking about your DH's job search and wondering how it was going. Keep us posted. And I hope your DS stays healthy (and so do you).

Vilma, I've just started on my Airborne this week ... feeling really marginal and trying not to catch anything. This is such a tough time of year for respiratory stuff! And allergies, too. My DS is still coughing and hacking, but much less than he was.

Rhondalyn, do you really like the new Amy Bento step workout? I've been thinking about buying it, but I find her workouts to be so complicated (I have Kickbox Xtreme). I must not be very coordinated, because it took me a couple of tries to learn it, and I still make mistakes! Let me know. It's on my Wish List at Collage Video.

Mary, you're folding clothes? I feel guilty -- it's piling up again! I never thought my life would involve so much cleaning! It's like raking water -- you keep going but you're not making any progress!

Well, I've got to run out for carpool! Sorry if I missed anybody. My brain is like Swiss cheese these days, with all of the allergy medicine that I take!

 

[Murphy]

Hello everyone,

I have two seconds. Today is kickbox day - hee-yah.

Lisa - I will continue to pray for you and your family.

Murph

 

[pugw]

Hi guys,

I thought I'd try my new Firms again so I did RIO with Allison. I do like this one better than Allies and was able to get more out of it this time. I tried to get the second combo of Amy's ASC-3 but didn't get it all. I think I've got combo 1 down but this one might take me a while. It's tough.

I'm up for the challenge though no matter how long it takes.

Kathryn, I tried Amy when she first came out and pretty much gave up on her. Wasn't really interested in anything she put out since but for some reason, this and In The Ring caught my eye. Plus the fact that I enjoy the challenge of a complex step w/o every once in awhile.

I might have to modify here and there but that's okay. You're right though, her step is complex and physically challenging.

Lisa, I'm so glad that you DH's interview went well.

I'm going to pray that things turn around for you guys.

Andrea, Newport is a KBell w/o from AoS. You preach all you want.

If you could hear me sing IRL, you wouldn't think it sounded so good.

Ronne,

I'm still coughing so I know how you feel. I am so much better though. Hang in there. And yes, I do have a weakness...

I've been known to jump on bandwagons. I am trying to correct this though.

Hi Murph!

 

[scubagirl]

Hey everyone! Hope all is well with everyone! Today was 4DS KB, by the time I get to the leg section, I'm tired! Next time I will do the legs first, then the KB! Trial and error. We cleaned out the garage today, I am embaressed to say the tree lawn is a little full, but the pickers will be by soon to clear it out! Rhondalyn I'm impressed that you can get Amy's step, I have her weight w/o's and I am always confused in her warm ups!? Murphy, maybe we were kickboxing at the same time! Kathryn, my life feels like a continuous clean-up, it is never ending! You made me laugh at the raking water comment, but that is exactly how it is! Lisa, you remain in my thoughts and prayers, things have to get better! Ronne, hope that you are feeling better, I really dislike being sick! Andrea, good sermon and all so true! Hi to all that follow. Mary

 

[ShyWolf]

Hiya Ladies !

Whew Its sure has been a very hectic day for me and it won't be over until I pick up my dd from her job tonight.

Thank goodness she's not scheduled to close tonight so I hope to be home by 10pm.

I did a CCv 1 & 2 mish mosh for 50 min this morning. Glad I did it when I did or I would not have been able to workout at all.

I also still feel Doms on my lats and lower body from Lauren's 40 m kbell dvd that I did yesterday. I have a friend in another checkin who also started kbells too and did Lauren's dvd today but she doesn't feel its working her UB as well. Makes me wonder if I'm doing something wrong?

I'm guessing I'll keep looking at those tutorials. Tomorow I plan on doing The KBell Way.

I just brought home some pizza as I didn't even have time or was at home to make anything for dinner.

Lisa hoping you guys get good news this week.

Coach Sean is truly an inspiration and although I have iTreads I use CC more just because of his 'talks'.

He really helped me during the time my depression was at its worst and when I feel that cloud coming a CC helps immensely.

Mary wanna come and help clean out my garage? LOL I so need to get more serious about getting rid of stuff here as we still have plans to put our house up for sale in under 2 yrs . Just waiting on ds the finish HS now.

We really need to buy a house closer to dh work as his commute totals 3 hours daily

Ronne I'm feeling better but I've decided to continue taking that herbal Airborne stuff to help my immune system.

DH was sick the other day but started taking that Airborne and he seems to be doing better so much so that he's not showing any cold symptoms anymore - Thank Goodness!

Kathryn oh boy keep up with your vitamins and that airborne

Hiya Murph

 

[Pearlstrand]

Worried.

My mom just called and told me that my father has non-Hodgkins lymphoma (read: cancer). He needs more tests before the doctor can recommend a course of action, but cancer treatment at its best is still unpleasant and uncertain.

He's always been a really healthy guy (hiking, biking, rock-climbing, etc.), so this comes as a bit of a shock. My mom, who has pulmonary hypertension (and a very long list of rare and obscure autoimmune disorders) is far less healthy, and really depends on him to take care of her.

Anyway, it puts life in perspective. Those worries about fat thighs and blotchy skin sort of fade away when a real problem comes along.

Thanks for letting me vent a little. Onward and upward.

 

[pugw]

Good morning ladies,

I attempted A Bento's In The Ring this morning but wasn't able to finish it. She's tough. And I think it's even harder for me since I'm not used to doing her w/os. This is going to be another that I'll have to break down by combos to learn. What I did was fun. I hope I haven't bitten off more than I can chew. We shall see....

Kathryn, I'm so sorry to hear about your dad.

Hang in there and feel free to vent all you want.

Vilma, when I first started with KBs, I always had DOMS. Seriously. Especially in my butt from doing the low squats. But also in my upper body.

Mary, don't be impressed yet because I can't get them. I'm working on them one combo at a time. So far I've mastered the first combo!

I don't have any of her wt w/os. I understand the tired feeling. I just haven't had my usual energy lately either.

I'll check back on everyone later. I need to shower and run.

 

[scubagirl]

Hi everyone! Rainy here, that darn grass is going to grow even faster now! Kathryn, I'm sorry to hear about your Dad. I will be thinking of all of you. Prayer has amazing powers. Rhondalyn, I am still very impressed that you attempt her step! I watch the clips and get lost. I love her Slo-mo, especially the leg portion, worth the investment. Lisa, have you all heard any news yet? Are his interviews this week? I hope that you are taking care of yourself, worry makes us crazy. Vilma, do you live someplace warm and sunny? If you do I'll come on down and clean! It does feel good to get rid of all the clutter, tho. Today was 4DS LIS, I love that hip-hop move, I could do that the whole w/o! Well, I have delayed my errands long enough, I have to get moving, Have a good day. Mary Hi to Murphy, Ronne, Andrea and all that follow!

 

[fitover40]

Hi Ladies! I did the 4DS upper body premix today.

Vilma, I have DOMS in my lats too from KBs. I'm sure you are doing fine! I also feel in my glutes too like Rhondalyn said.

Rhondalyn, I don't have any of Amy's workouts. I've thought about it but didn't want to put the time in to learn something new especially since I heard her's are difficult. Whew! Glad I didn't....not that I (we) can't get it, it's just the time needed to get it. Make sense?

Katherine, Oh, I'm so sorry to hear about your Dad. It's tough and please lean on us here for support! There are some wise women on this forum and it helps to have a support system. Just know you will get through it all and be stronger for it. That seems to be my motto with what I've been through with my parents and now with DH. The tough journeys are what we have to endure even though we just want to reach the "rest stops" in life through the difficult times.

Mary, We haven't heard anything about DH. Another small glimmer is that his formal mentor at his company is trying to use his connections to find a job for him. We are talking VPs of this international company and there may be an opportunity in ....hang on to your hats.....Dubai. Will see if anything comes of it and we will consider every opportunity, even one overseas if it furthers his career. The hard part is the kids, the one in college would be ok, but my other DS is a junior in High School. We are trying to keep our hopes high and an open mind with anything that presents itself. We are viewing this "hiccup" as an opportunity that we may never have taken unless pushed, and boy are we being pushed, huh?

Hi Ronne and Murphy and anyone else I've forgotten. Time for me to go mow the grass since Mary hasn't gotten around to it!