Fitness Tip#194 - August 30, 2012

Thursday, August 30, 2012

Comfort

Comfort is king with workout clothing, if you’re not comfortable you will not get a good workout.

I would also have to add the way your clothes look also have a mental impact. I personally don't want to look like a dork when I workout, LOL. Maybe its just me, but I do care about how I look. No, it doesn't have any affect on how much I can lift or how many push-ups I can do, but I still care about how I look.

"BRING IT"

  

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LIV2RIDE 8/31/2012 6:47AM

I'm such a sucker for workout clothes. Report Inappropriate Comment

AGK3112 8/30/2012 10:45PM

Yes that is for sure. If I am home and working out then I don't care but If I am outside and working out then I sure want to look good. Report Inappropriate Comment

GRACEISENUF 8/30/2012 9:15PM

Nothing wrong with wanting to look good. Report Inappropriate Comment

Fitness Tip#193 - August 29, 2012

Wednesday, August 29, 2012

All eventualities

Going for a jog outside? Make sure you have the right kit for rain, sleet and snow!

I would hope everyone does this, but you never know.


"BRING IT"

  

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JAN155 8/30/2012 2:30PM

Yep, today I started my day at 6:30 a.m. jog outside. Still kinda dark so I had on the most BRIGHT pink shirt you could think of. I want the people driving the cars and trucks to see this slow moving old lady! : ) Report Inappropriate Comment

GRACEISENUF 8/29/2012 4:32PM

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Fitness Tip#192 - August 28, 2012

Tuesday, August 28, 2012

Music

Make sure you have your favorite music with you when you workout.

I am not used to listening to music when I run or workout, but since
I purchased a Droid 4, I love it! I plug it into my treadmill and run.
I’m not sure if I would like to run with it on my arm. It is kinda big.
I’m going to buy an arm band and try.

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GRACEISENUF 8/28/2012 6:07PM

Music is a must for me...my ole ipod shuffle keeps my legs moving. great tip Report Inappropriate Comment

LIV2RIDE 8/28/2012 4:12PM

I kept my iPod Nano for workouts and use my iPhone on the train or in the car. The smartphones are too big for me to use working out. The only exception is when I'm on my bicycle I set the GPS tracker and let it go. Working out with DVDs has gotten me away from working out with music although sometimes I would like to drowned out the sound of Tony's cheesy jokes. Report Inappropriate Comment

TKTMTA 8/28/2012 4:10PM

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Results from P90X Plus (May 21, 2012 - Aug 26, 2012)

Monday, August 27, 2012

WOW, after re-reading the "Round 3 P90X Results" blog, this is going to sound pretty much like that one.

Needless to say, I am NOT happy with my results. If you are reading this for inspiration or to use this as a measurement of P90X, STOP RIGHT HERE!!!
The following results are MY fault for not staying focused on my nutrition.

The famous quote keeps going through my head, "You get out what you put in." I wasn't very consistent throughout my 90 days. Time to tighten it up for P90X2. I HAVE to stay focused on my body fat % goal. I have 4 months to reach as close to 10% as I can. I have a feeling that 12% will be reachable, but will be much harder to lose that 2%. I WILL continue to try!!!


(B)=Before...(A)=After...(D)
=Difference

90 DAY TOTAL RESULTS
(May 21, 2012 - Aug 26, 2012)
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Weight...(B)=168.2...(A)168.4...
4...(D)= .2
Neck...(B)=15 1/4...(A)=15 1/2...(D)= 1/4
Chest...(B)=37 1/2...(A)=37 1/2...(D)= 0
Rt & Lt Arm (Flexed)...(B)=13 3/4...(A)=14...(D)= 1/4
Waist...(B)=33 3/4...(A)=33 14...(D)= - 1/4
Hips...(B)=36...(A)=36...(D)= 0
Rt & Lt Thigh...(B)= 21...(A)=21...(D)= 0
Percentage Body Fat...(B)=16.39...(A)=15.38%.
..(D)= - 1.1%
Muscle Gain/Loss= 1/2
Total Fat Gain/Loss= - 1/4
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After looking at those measurements, one would have to wonder how did you even lose 1% body fat. I was at 15.38% the week before. I believe I did get below 15% during last week, but because of what I ate from Friday until this morning caused me to lose everything I accomplished last week. During my rest week this week, I will concentrate on my nutrition and see what my measurements are before I start my round of P90X2 next Monday.

"BRING IT"

  

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BOB240 8/28/2012 10:40AM

Despite the advertising - the P90x etc are largely cardio routines. You won't put on much muscle as the cardio compromises the growth. If you want to decrease body fat: 1] Diet fix around maintenance (hard) 2] Lift weights - squats, deadlifts, bench and rows - everything else is proganda. Use a 5x5 routine ((stronglifts is free - starting steegnth also works) 3] Throw in real HIIT. i.e ten minutes maximum but 5 minutes of that flat out 4] Keep protein intake to 1g per pound bodyweight. 5] A little (25 minutes) low intensity cardio every week just for fun. The P90 routines are like Jenifer Aniston - they look good but really don't do very much.. Comment edited on: 8/28/2012 10:43:16 AM Report Inappropriate Comment

COOP9002 8/28/2012 10:19AM

Sorry you didn't get the results you were hoping for. It still looks like you're making progress. Report Inappropriate Comment

LIV2RIDE 8/28/2012 6:37AM

I have the same problem. This time I'm paying attention to my nutrition and keeping the junk out. I'm only into my 2nd week of Insanity but hoping for great results at the end of 60 days. I'm looking forward to your reviews of P90X2 as that will likely be my next program. Report Inappropriate Comment

Fitness Tip#191 - August 27, 2012

Monday, August 27, 2012

Keep a log

Tracking your workouts and progression will demonstrate the gains you are making.


I know this may seem like a pain, but it does help. I have tried both ways. If you are trying to reach specific goals, then you need to know what you have accomplished and move it up a little bit the next week so you can keep your progression going. If you get tired out, then step it down for a week.

This also applies to nutrition. I have heard it so many times, "I didn't realize how many calories I was eating until I started tracking every bite. Now I know why I wasn't losing weight." Keep track of your calories and try to stay on track.

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JAN155 8/30/2012 2:28PM

I agree!! I have been tracking fitness minutes for about two years now and a food log nearly every day (I do take vacations off from tracking!) since 2005. It DEFINITELY keeps me on track!! Report Inappropriate Comment

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