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Sunday, January 10, 2010

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Full body workout... this was definitely extreme ... I am going to have to look through my dvd for a kinder, gentler full-body strength workout until I get stronger. I hope that I didn't over do it again ... we will see tomorrow... I still enjoyed the workout...

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Today's stats:
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Time: 53 minutes
Calories: 384
HR: 136/176 { ... Low HR: 136/81%... Max: 176 HR: 103%}
Fat burned: 30%

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...cardio tomorrow... see ya tomorrow... ~ Dee ~

  

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SANDYJAS 1/11/2010 10:53AM

As long as you enjoy it and are having fun! Hey have you tried Zumba? That really burns calories and is lots of fun. Just cardio, no strength training. Report Inappropriate Comment

MORTICIAADDAMS 1/10/2010 9:29PM

Looks way beyond my ability. LOL. Report Inappropriate Comment

BABY_GIRL69 1/10/2010 9:01PM

WOW! From the looks of her on this box it looks extreme! Sweetie, allow your body to rest up before you do your next workout! I think you burned more than 384 calories! Blessings & Happy Sunday! Dee Report Inappropriate Comment

LIGHTHOUSE23 1/10/2010 8:45PM

You are a brave girl. I thought Jillian was mean. You burned quite a few calories,and that's good. Do be careful... you don't want to sprain or break something. You are doing great!! Comment edited on: 1/10/2010 8:45:44 PM Report Inappropriate Comment

... My review of Hoop Dance Workout

Sunday, January 10, 2010

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... I hope you can see this, but here is the menu or title page outlining the exercises.



I haven't tried them, but I did preview them and I like the format. With each exercise she first does it very slowly so that you can get the movements down, then she gradually speeds up the pace.... She shows you how to hoop in both directions.

In the Dance routines, she actually puts the steps together at a dance pace and goes on to show you how to do combination's using arm movements... She also does a short routine using all the movements she taught...

I love the flow of this workout.. they are not long but right now I don't need a long workout because I don't know how to do all the movements yet... As I get better, I can just combine the routines to make a longer one... Then I will be ready for another workout dvd... But for now, this one is a great start...

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... I think tomorrow I will try out some of the moves... and let you know how I do... that should be interesting!

In the meantime, "HAPPY HOOPING"...



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~ Dee ~

  

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MRS_TOAD 1/10/2010 4:02PM

Hey, Dee. I love the flow of hooping... that is, when there is a flow! And then to add steps.... Seriously, thanks for the info. I got a gift card for my Birthday, and maybe this would be a good use for me as I begin rebuilding strength in my bum knee! Report Inappropriate Comment

SANDYJAS 1/10/2010 3:28PM

Good for you, Dee! I am proud of you :) Report Inappropriate Comment

NANNER2121 1/10/2010 2:44PM

I watched the shopping channel when it was promoting a different hoop package and routine. It looked quite interesting. I look forward to your critique. Report Inappropriate Comment

MORTICIAADDAMS 1/10/2010 12:33PM

Good luck with the hoop dance workout. Sounds fun. Report Inappropriate Comment

Breast cancer survivors, compression sleeves & LymphaDIVAs ~

Saturday, January 09, 2010

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As a breast cancer survivor who has had breast cancer surgery and surgery to remove lymph nodes on the affected side, I know all too well that I am at risk for developing lymphedema, a side effect of breast cancer treatment (...including radiation treatment's) that can cause permanent swelling in the arms. However, there are precautions that can be taken to help prevent lymphedema if you don't already have it, (... as well as for women who have developed lymphedema) and that is to wear a compression sleeve and gauntlet /gloves, while working out or taking a trip on an airplane.

In the past the compression sleeves have always been one color, beige... however, times are changing and there are some cool looking compression sleeves, gauntlets and gloves that can coordinate with our outfits!...

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LympheDIVAs' was developed by two young breast cancer survivors, Rachel Troxell and Robin Miller who developed lymphedema; together with a fashion designer, they created a more elegant and comfortable compression sleeve.

... you can read more about their story at this link:

http://lymphedivas.com/about-us/our-stor
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These compression sleeves/gauntlets are on my wish list (... and to give you an idea of how they look):

... more a a neutral pattern:





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... For my Jeans:





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... I love orange:





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... here is the link to the store:

http://store.lymphedivas.com/store/pc/ho
me.asp

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... they also offer solid colors as well, and you can mix and match patterned sleeves with solid gauntlets/gloves...

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... one breast cancer on the site commented... "I wear LympheDIVAs' because they are fun! Instead of being approached with sympathy, people approach me with an air of curiosity"...

I hope to start running this spring and maybe visit a gym of two, and I plan to wear mine with pride...

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~ Dee ~

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PS: ... I thought this was cool too... "Arm Candy"... covers that go "over" your sleeve... I want one in "black":



... here is the link to the site:

http://www.bandagesplus.com/prd/35/1186/
Arm-Candy-Oversleeve.html

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MORTICIAADDAMS 1/9/2010 8:39PM

I love reading about this. The sleeves, gauntlets, and gloves are so pretty. Report Inappropriate Comment

LORI2008 1/9/2010 4:31PM

I prefer to do lymphatic massage if my right arm grows fatigued from activity. I've only flown once in my life so I don't think I'll ever need a sleeve to fly, but I was told that the sleeve would only be necessary for long flights. I try to be mindful about the possibility of developing lymphedema, but I refuse to live in fear of it. Wearing a sleeve when I don't need to would feel like living in fear. If I ever have the misfortune to develop lymphedema, I will certainly seek for these pretty sleeves! Report Inappropriate Comment

STANNER3 1/9/2010 4:12PM

Mine is purple! No design, just plain purple, and I use it when karate training and flying....fortunately I haven't had any issues, but I wear it to be sure that it stays that way! Love the ones you posted!! Suzanne Report Inappropriate Comment

MZPERSEVERANCE 1/9/2010 4:09PM

You are such an inspiration and the compression sleeves are beautiful. Praying for you Report Inappropriate Comment

NANNER2121 1/9/2010 3:40PM

What a wonderful thing! I wear custom compression sleeves and chose a color to best match my skin tone. That does not stop people from demanding "What did you do?" or "Carpal tunnel?" While I don't mind the inquisitive I do resent the approach sometimes. I didn't "do" anything and please don't assume. I blogged on this early last year just to get it out of my system. If you do develop lymphademia, and I do not wish it on anyone, you may want to also consider a Lymphapress. I bought one a couple of years ago, and while I don't use it as often as I should, it really helps the condition. Report Inappropriate Comment

.. Day 6

Saturday, January 09, 2010

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AM Cardio:

This is one of my favorite Turbo Jam workouts ... but this morning I really didn't feel like excercising, period! When I woke up, although I had 8+ hours of sleep last night, yay me!... mentally, I just wasn't there...
There are a few things I have to do before I exercise and it sometimes annoys me...

#1: since I have no lymph nodes on my right side from the axillary dissection, I have to wear a compression sleeve and gauntlet, this is how they look:





Wearing these will help prevent me from developing lymphedema, where my arm/hand can swell abnormally... so this is something that I have to put on prior to my cardio and strength training exercises... I wish I could just put it on the night before, but the doctor doesn't recommend that I do this... I wear a medic alert bracelet on that arm so it takes a little longer to get the sleeve under the bracelet... taking it off and on is just too much trouble because I can't fasten it by myself.

#2: I wear a heart rate monitor so I have to put that on and apply the gel to the electrodes... not a big deal...

#3: Put on my cross trainers... yeah, I know, but this still takes effort.

#4: Take the dvd out of the case and put it in the dvd player.... yes, this has to be done...

#5: Push play

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... I just wanted to point out that mentally, having to prepare to workout is probably one reason why people don't exercise, at least it is for me... I felt fine physically, but my mind was not on the same page. The longer I exercised, the better I felt, don't get me wrong, it was very challenging but it was fun and I am glad that I did it...

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... here are my stats:

Time: 55 minutes
Calories: 409
HR: 138/157

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... I am planning to do a PM workout, I will add to this blog if I do.

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... how was your workout today? ~ Dee ~

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PM Cardio: Cathe MMA Boxing with Core work

Stats:

Time: 67 minutes
Calories: 517
HR: 141/172... (heart rate is running high today, maybe from the caffeine in my tea)

.... Great workout, I love this dvd workout... I previewed the "Heavy Bag" workout and will be doing this one without a heavy bag, it will be just as effective without one... They are wearing 12oz gloves, I will just use my 1 pound weighted gloves and I will get a great workout... Cathe really gives you your money's worth... GO CATHE

Total calories: 926 calories
Time: 2 hours & 2 mins... wow, I think I broke a record today... and I feel great...

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.. tomorrow strength training... see ya!

  

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BABY_GIRL69 1/9/2010 5:04PM

That's outstanding cause I would've needed a nap some in between preparations! LOL Blessings & Happy PM Turbo Jam Workout! Dee Report Inappropriate Comment

NANNER2121 1/9/2010 3:46PM

I wonder why your doctor does not recommend wearing the sleeve all the time. Is is because you have not yet developed it? I have chronic lymphademia and HAVE to wear my sleeves constantly. Actually a specialist recommends night wrapping with low stretch Comprilan bandages for better results after the session with the lymphapress. Unless, of course, I have an active bout of Erysipelas and then I do not as tissue damage could occur. I found some magnetic bracelet clasps that work really well with my alert bracelet. They are really quite powerful. Report Inappropriate Comment

MORTICIAADDAMS 1/9/2010 2:54PM

I think you are really doing great and it was interesting to read about your prep for exercise. Report Inappropriate Comment

... Day 5

Friday, January 08, 2010

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... Fun, cardio kickbox... I did a 42 intermediate drill pre-mix... no abs today...

Stats:

Time: 44 minutes
Cal: 344
HR: 141/160 (... for some reason my heart rate was elevated today)

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... still sore, so cardio tomorrow as well... at this rate, I will probably just end up doing strength on Sunday...

... see you tomorrow ~ Dee ~

  

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USARUNNERGIRL 1/8/2010 1:50PM

I have had some really tough strength training sessions with my trainer that left me sore for days. I hope you get to feeling better. I know some cardio helped loosen up the soreness sometimes. Hopefully you will be feeling better before Sunday. Take care of you. Report Inappropriate Comment

MRS_TOAD 1/8/2010 11:33AM

This is you! This is me dancing! And this is the new us! Report Inappropriate Comment

MORTICIAADDAMS 1/8/2010 9:53AM

You must have really strained those muscles. I hope you get some relief soon. Report Inappropriate Comment