A MRI and Day 30 - ChaLEAN Extreme

Monday, March 28, 2011

I did my MRI this morning. The experience was not as frightening as I thought it would be and I am now positive that I am not claustrophobic! The machine was loud...it makes a knocking sound when it is taking the image...so they gave me earplugs. I could still hear the sound so I can just imagine how loud it actually is!! They wrapped me up in a blanket because it was very cold so I was very comfortable. I had to lie still for 40 minutes...yes...40 entire minutes. I think I dozed off a few times. The Radiographer asked me if that was possible with the noise. I guess so....

I was told the results would be ready in two days so imagine my surprise when they called me this afternoon and told me that I should pick it up tomorrow . Two things ran through my mind - the results are bad and they had to hurry up and get the report to my doctor. But then, wouldn't they call him and not me? OR maybe the radiologist had a lot of time on his hands so he did my report early! I am hoping it is the latter. They wouldn't give me the results over the phone and the report is addressed to my doctor BUT maybe I might open it since he only works at the location I visit, on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. I am going to try and get an appointment for Wednesday. If there is no available time, I will carry it to my personal doctor! There is no way I can wait beyond Wednesday to know! Thanks for the prayers and support my s. I will keep you updated.

Today was my rest day and measurement day!! I only lost 4 inches overall.... and 3lbs. One thigh lost 0.5inches and the other increased my 0.5 inches... ...wth?? Well, this is better than when I did it in January so I am grateful and that is a start. Hopefully, my 60 day results will be phenomenal!!

So unto the Push Phase tomorrow at 3:30 am!!

  

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CARIBBEANLOVER 3/29/2011 7:06PM

i would question the measures of your thighs only because I think it's so hard to actually measure in the exact same place as before. :( Congrats on the 4 inches lost! You can tell more in the way your clothes feel. 40 minutes sounds like a long time. I know people have said it takes that long and you wonder, why? Why does it take that long? I think I would fall asleep too if I was wrapped cozy in a blanket. Can't wait to hear your results. Report Inappropriate Comment

LILSHINE 3/29/2011 3:03PM

Way to go on the weight loss. I've been there with the MRI but I had 2 back to back and I will NEVER do that again. I was in so much pain by the end of the last one as it was for my hips where my legs were taped together from my hip to both my feet. Awkward position and very unfortable. Happy you made it through and I hope your results are fine!! Report Inappropriate Comment

HOPEFULHIPPO 3/29/2011 10:47AM

nope nope...I'm rather nervous in those thing...**shudders at the thought** Glad it went well, keep us posted HH Report Inappropriate Comment

VYVIENN 3/29/2011 3:01AM

I guess the lying still would be the most difficult part for me... but then, I've dozed off during a root canal before. I hope you were able to get your appointment for tomorrow, I totally understand that you'd be anxious to get your results! Oh, and I'm secretly hoping your pounds lost will rub off on me, because 3 lbs would get me to my April goal.. otherwise, I suppose I'm stuck doing it the hard way like you and just work for it. Report Inappropriate Comment

NATPLUMMER 3/28/2011 10:54PM

I'm glad it wasn't a horrible experience. Lucky you aren't claustrophobic. Wow! 40 minutes is a long time. At least you got a little sleep ;-) They probably had time and it was easy to read. No, you can't get results over the phone. I don't think I can wait longer than Wednesday for the results either. 4 inches is awesome!!!! I don't know what's up with the thighs. Very weird. Have fun with Push!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

Day 29 - ChaLEAN Extreme with a lil' Turbo Jam

Sunday, March 27, 2011

'To the front babydoll!'

One of my favorite sayings from Turbo Jam! Chalene has such an infectious spirit...no matter how down or not into it you feel before a workout, you are guaranteed to feel upbeat after her workouts!

Today, there was a little switch in the CLX schedule. Instead of doing a strength training workout, Burn It Off and Recharge was in order. I think I like this new schedule. It means I will be doing ST on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. My rest day will still be on Mondays. On Saturdays, I will do ST before water aerobics. I am normally burned out after water aerobics so I have to do any other exercise before I go.

Tomorrow, I will take my measurements. I have lost weight but the measurements may be another story. Most of my beachbody friends who I had started out with in January (and who are now completing the lean phase) did not see much change in their measurements until the Push Phase. Plus Chalene did write that it is in the Lean Phase, one will see major fat loss! Of course, I am not discrediting all the work I have done this month, I am just trying to have realistic expectations. I definitely feel stronger! I am doing push ups on my toes (not all reps but it is a start ) AND best of all, today, I did all Burpees in Burn It Off without modifications!!!

I did Cardio Party - it has been a while since I did this workout. I have been doing Cardio Party Mix 2 so many times, I forgot that Cardio Party is so much fun!! George cracks me up with those sounds he makes throughout the video! By time, I was done. I was soaked and grateful to do Slim & Limber from Slim in 6.

See a pic of my shirt after my workout. The lower half of the shirt is not wet because I wear a belly band during my workouts...

  

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CORDIA72 3/30/2011 9:05PM

TurboJam definitely kicks your butt and makes you sweat. I just ordered TurboFire and I can't wait to try it out. Report Inappropriate Comment

DRAYA108 3/28/2011 8:14AM

Cardio Party is one of my favourite workouts. I like the "I'm not being too dramatic" song. Report Inappropriate Comment

LAMOURA 3/27/2011 11:58PM

AWESOME workout girl!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

CARIBBEANLOVER 3/27/2011 9:58PM

OH! You go girl! I get drenched too! Love it! I need me some CP1 or 2....I miss it! Great workout today! Congrats on the push ups and all those burpees! You are awesome! Have a GREAT week! ps- I love when Chalene says " to the front babydoll" too! Report Inappropriate Comment

VIRGO_QUEEN 3/27/2011 8:53PM

Go girl! Report Inappropriate Comment

REDEMILY 3/27/2011 7:13PM

Nice work! Way to do such a tough workout on a Sunday! Report Inappropriate Comment

NATPLUMMER 3/27/2011 7:03PM

You have definitely made great progress. Good luck on the measurements. Yes, you were soaked. Report Inappropriate Comment

ITISDONE 3/27/2011 6:03PM

Great job! Report Inappropriate Comment

Sunday Thoughts ~ enjoy!

Sunday, March 27, 2011

  

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TIME2BLOOM4ME 3/27/2011 4:32PM

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WEKIMER 3/27/2011 3:46PM

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NATPLUMMER 3/27/2011 1:53PM

Those are great! Have a fabulous day!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

SLESINFJ 3/27/2011 1:39PM

So true! Report Inappropriate Comment

SCAREWALDORF 3/27/2011 1:01PM

These are lovely, thank you for sharing. Report Inappropriate Comment

GLASSYJEN 3/27/2011 9:48AM

I absolutely love these.....thank you so much for sharing!!! Hope you have a great day!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

JK0708 3/27/2011 9:44AM

I love the 3rd one ! :) Report Inappropriate Comment

Day 28 - ChaLEAN Extreme - Water Aerobics.

Saturday, March 26, 2011

I woke up at 6:15a.m. Still tired! I decided that I was not going to water aerobics and tried to go back to sleep....didn't happen. At 7:30, I was driving out on my way to class!

I am glad I went! My fear of the water wasn't as bad as last week so I was able to move away from the wall most of the times. Today, the lead instructor took the class...now here is this petite 4ft woman about to take us through the hour...should be easy! NOPE! She is a captain in the Jamaican army and man, did she take us through the drills!! I swear my heart rate went up as high as it did yesterday when I did Burn It Off.

To warm up, we had to walk a lap, then run a lap...20 times!!! This meant that when I reach the deep end of the pool, I had to paddle like crazy to make sure I wouldn't sink (which is almost impossible with the noodle around my waist...but I still don't have that trust factor yet). My arms and legs got a workout!!

I don't remember all the exercises but let me share the ones I remember:

We had to lie on our backs and open and close both our arms and legs. It was hard and the resistance of the water forced us to work harder.




We also did standing knee swings. We were allowed to hold on to the wall and the outside leg was to swing up - our toes must come out of the water - and then swing to the back - our heels were to come out of the water. Then we turned around and did it on the other leg.



We were instructed to touch our ankles with our opposite hands...that was scary for me because you had to move with a speed to keep afloat...I didn't do the full reps...lol



We also did knee-ups while swinging our hands, jogging, worked our obliques and a lot of stretching!

I am sure I will sleep well tonight!! And I am positive, I will feel some soreness tomorrow!

Happy Saturday!

  

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CARIBBEANLOVER 3/27/2011 11:26PM

This sounds kind of fun but I am sure it's not that easy! You are making me want to do some water aerobics! :) I am proud of you that you went to class anyways. Good for you! Report Inappropriate Comment

ANGELONE11 3/26/2011 8:30PM

Sounds like you had an excellent workout today!! Report Inappropriate Comment

LAMOURA 3/26/2011 2:47PM

workout!! I LOVE swimming!! Report Inappropriate Comment

NATPLUMMER 3/26/2011 1:45PM

WOW!!! That does sound like quite the workout!! Great job! I bet you will sleep well tonight. You burned a lot of calories. I'm glad you went. It sounds like it was totally worth it. Each time you go, your fear of the water will dissipate even more until it's gone. Report Inappropriate Comment

Day 27 - ChaLEAN Extreme plus I need more sleep!

Friday, March 25, 2011

Today I did Burn It Off, Fat Blaster and Slim & Limber .

I am really tired and have not been getting more than average 5 hours sleep every night. I need to get more sleep. I am hoping that I will get some tomorrow as I don't have much planned for the day!

There is suppose to be water aerobics tomorrow but it depends on if my period decides to stop tonight (sorry....TMI). If I can't make it, then I will do something from Turbo Jam - maybe Cardio Party 2 or something from Hip Hop Abs like Fat Burning Cardio 2. My Zumba DVDs shipped to day. It is scheduled to reach my Miami address (for shipping purposes only) on April 2, 2011 so it won't reach Jamaica until probably April 6. I can't wait to shake shake shake!

Have a great weekend!! I should be for most of it hopefully!

  

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NOMOEXCUSES13 3/26/2011 12:27AM

get some rest love.....the workouts will be waiting for you...the workouts that you are doing require full energy so make sure your tank is full......nighty night....xoxoxooxxooxox Report Inappropriate Comment

ANGELONE11 3/25/2011 11:52PM

Definitely need more sleep; but hopefully you can make it to your water aerobics! But, if not, you already have your plan in place! Have a nice evening and Report Inappropriate Comment

NATPLUMMER 3/25/2011 11:36PM

Yes, you do need more sleep. Try to sleep in tomorrow. Great job on the workout!!! Hopefully you can make it to water aerobics but I know you will end up doing something if you can't make it. Report Inappropriate Comment