It's at the end of week two, and I'm ashamed to admit that I didn't do so well this week. I've been doing a boot camp for 4 weeks now, along with trying to do Insanity, so this wee, my body hit a point where it just felt really weak and I couldn't push any further. Therefore, I missed two days of Insanity. And I haven't been eating the greatest this week :( Getting into shape is a constant battle and is never the same week to week, or even day to day. Do I go with what my head says, where I eat what I'm craving; do I go with what I know I should do, or do I listen to my body and take a break. I listened to my body this week and that's why I missed two days of Insanity. It's Sunday, which is supposed to be my day off, but I did that yesterday instead, so I did Pure Cardio and cardio abs today. I think once my boot camp is done (I have two more weeks of it), I can focus and maintain the schedule of Insanity. My boot camp includes kick-boxing, Bulgarian bags, TRX, ropes, and kettlebell, along with high intensity cardio. You can image that doing both Insanity and that all in the same day, 30 mins apart can wear on a body quickly. I'd like to think my body is or will get stronger, but I'm discouraged right now. Nevertheless, I want to see Insanity through to the very end, so I will continue to do the best that I can. If anyone has any words of encouragement, feel free to share! The fit test is coming up again on Monday, and I pray I see a little improvement! I'll keep you posted.
Love always,
Jacqui
Sunday, August 5, 2012
Saturday, July 28, 2012
Week One
Hey ya'll!
I finished Week One of Insanity! Let me tell you, it was hard! I struggled a lot. There were a few times I couldn't do everything on the DVDs, or didn't have good form so I couldn't do as many of the moves, but I did the best I could. During, and definitely after, my arms and legs felt so weak. I'm so amazed I actually finished one week and all in one piece. I don't anticipate it to get any easier next week or even the week after that, but I'm doing it; I'm doing something, and that's a heck of a lot better than just sitting on the couch and watching the infomercial about Insanity. Can I tell you a secret? Aside from the desire and need to get into shape, the main reason I'm doing Insanity is so I can submit my before and after pictures and get the t-shirt that congratulates you on completing the challenge. That's enough right there to keep me going :)
The main focus of Shaun T's workouts are cardio and max interval training. The majority of what we do in Month 1 are doing 4 or 5 moves for a short amount of time (say 2 mins) and then rest for 30 secs and repeat that about 3 or 4 times. I think that's supposed to confuse your muscles so they don't get burnt out from doing one move over and over again. It's not like running or biking, where you're consistently doing the same movement for a long period of time. It's all about quick, short moves. I can't decide which I like better: the long consistency, or the short bursts. On one hand, I like running or biking and setting a pace for myself that I get to stay at, but it takes me longer to accomplish that task. With this interval training, it's intense for a short time, and then you're done, but then you quickly go into another intense move. It's definitely a toss up.
Which do you like better? Any favorite exercises?
The thing I'm struggling the most with is my eating. I don't want to talk too much about that because I'm embarrassed, but it needs some serious improvement. I need to get my act together with that, suck it up, and just cook outrageous meals that are good for me. I tend to get stuck on one food, eat it constantly, and then move on. Usually it's nothing good for me... Another goal for me I guess.
Anyways, I'm not really looking forward to next week because I know what a tough time I had with this week, but I won't get any better unless I try, so try I will! And so should you :)
Stay tuned!
Love always,
Jacqui
I finished Week One of Insanity! Let me tell you, it was hard! I struggled a lot. There were a few times I couldn't do everything on the DVDs, or didn't have good form so I couldn't do as many of the moves, but I did the best I could. During, and definitely after, my arms and legs felt so weak. I'm so amazed I actually finished one week and all in one piece. I don't anticipate it to get any easier next week or even the week after that, but I'm doing it; I'm doing something, and that's a heck of a lot better than just sitting on the couch and watching the infomercial about Insanity. Can I tell you a secret? Aside from the desire and need to get into shape, the main reason I'm doing Insanity is so I can submit my before and after pictures and get the t-shirt that congratulates you on completing the challenge. That's enough right there to keep me going :)
The main focus of Shaun T's workouts are cardio and max interval training. The majority of what we do in Month 1 are doing 4 or 5 moves for a short amount of time (say 2 mins) and then rest for 30 secs and repeat that about 3 or 4 times. I think that's supposed to confuse your muscles so they don't get burnt out from doing one move over and over again. It's not like running or biking, where you're consistently doing the same movement for a long period of time. It's all about quick, short moves. I can't decide which I like better: the long consistency, or the short bursts. On one hand, I like running or biking and setting a pace for myself that I get to stay at, but it takes me longer to accomplish that task. With this interval training, it's intense for a short time, and then you're done, but then you quickly go into another intense move. It's definitely a toss up.
Which do you like better? Any favorite exercises?
The thing I'm struggling the most with is my eating. I don't want to talk too much about that because I'm embarrassed, but it needs some serious improvement. I need to get my act together with that, suck it up, and just cook outrageous meals that are good for me. I tend to get stuck on one food, eat it constantly, and then move on. Usually it's nothing good for me... Another goal for me I guess.
Anyways, I'm not really looking forward to next week because I know what a tough time I had with this week, but I won't get any better unless I try, so try I will! And so should you :)
Stay tuned!
Love always,
Jacqui
Monday, July 23, 2012
Hey ya'll!
So I've officially started Insanity. I re-did the Fit Test and surprisingly did a little better. Not much improvement, but what can you expect, I'm starting off and definitely not in shape. I was thinking today of what I would like to look like at the end of this, and that motivated me a little more to do this every day, no matter what. I've got my 5 year high school reunion in a month, and I would love to see some results by then, so I can feel confident when seeing my friends. So that's my goal. It's kind of big, so I'm at least aiming to complete one week of insanity, and then another, and so forth, until I've done it all. Baby steps my friends, baby steps. Honestly, if I can do this (fingers crossed that I can and you're not all wasting your time reading this), then anyone can.
I'll check back next Monday. Until then, stay cool :)
Love always,
Jacqui
So I've officially started Insanity. I re-did the Fit Test and surprisingly did a little better. Not much improvement, but what can you expect, I'm starting off and definitely not in shape. I was thinking today of what I would like to look like at the end of this, and that motivated me a little more to do this every day, no matter what. I've got my 5 year high school reunion in a month, and I would love to see some results by then, so I can feel confident when seeing my friends. So that's my goal. It's kind of big, so I'm at least aiming to complete one week of insanity, and then another, and so forth, until I've done it all. Baby steps my friends, baby steps. Honestly, if I can do this (fingers crossed that I can and you're not all wasting your time reading this), then anyone can.
I'll check back next Monday. Until then, stay cool :)
Love always,
Jacqui
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
My Insanity challenge finally arrived in the mail yesterday! Woo hoo!! I took pictures of my front and side so I can track my progress. Although I hate letting anyone know how insecure I am about my body and especially my weight, I've decided to at least let the world know my body fat. My body fat in millimeters is 30.8 which translates to me being of average build. You do the math. I'm not quite overweight, but I have a long ways to go to have ideal body fat. Which is why I'm kicking all of this into gear.
I finished the Fit Test just now that is on the first dvd. Let me tell ya, it was hard!! With Shaun T, we did a total of 8 moves for 1 minute. After that minute, you write down the number of moves you did. The next fit test is in 15 days (2 weeks), so hopefully there will be improvement then, if I keep going with the Insanity challenge. Since today is Wednesday (I couldn't wait until Monday), I did do the fit test. Between tomorrow (Thursday) and Monday, I will do the fit test again and the other workout on that first dvd called Dig Deeper. Then on Monday, I will either take the fit test again or do the Dig Deeper workout, and be on track. I really have to hold myself accountable for this and remember that even though I may feel tired or sick, I need to push myself. It's not about doing every move perfectly or going the full time. As long as I push myself and do the best that I can (given the state of mind I'm in at the time and working with the body I have now), that's all I ask of myself. I'm done feeling and looking fat. I'm especially done feeling helpless about it. I refuse to accept that I'm an overweight person anymore. It's time to get my body as healthy as possible. Keep that in mind fellow exercisers who are feeling hopeless and down in the dumps about your body image.
I'll check back in on Monday and at the end of each week!
Love always, Jacqui
Saturday, July 7, 2012
It's a scorcher!
Hi ya'll!
It's a scorcher out! I've learned from both running and riding my bike, the most difficult thing I face when exercising outside, is the dang freaking wind! It's great when you're going with it and it cools you down, but going up a hill and fighting against the wind is so hard! Needless to say, it was a struggle at the end of my bike ride. However, no one regrets a work out. No matter how difficult it is, how crappy you feel afterwards or felt before and during, you're always happy you did a work out at the end.
Since I just ordered the Insanity Challenge today, it won't be here for a few days, which means I won't be able to write about what is happening with that particular workout until it comes. BUT if I feel like complaining about the heat and exercising in the mean time, I'll probably do that :) Stay tuned!
Love always,
Jacqui
It's a scorcher out! I've learned from both running and riding my bike, the most difficult thing I face when exercising outside, is the dang freaking wind! It's great when you're going with it and it cools you down, but going up a hill and fighting against the wind is so hard! Needless to say, it was a struggle at the end of my bike ride. However, no one regrets a work out. No matter how difficult it is, how crappy you feel afterwards or felt before and during, you're always happy you did a work out at the end.
Since I just ordered the Insanity Challenge today, it won't be here for a few days, which means I won't be able to write about what is happening with that particular workout until it comes. BUT if I feel like complaining about the heat and exercising in the mean time, I'll probably do that :) Stay tuned!
Love always,
Jacqui
And so it begins...
Hello world!
I've never blogged before or had any desire to, but after purchasing the Insanity Challenge workout, I've decided to try my hand at this whole talking to the world and hoping people listen thing :) Over the course of 60 days, I'm going to try the Insanity Challenge and track my progress not only on the Beachbody website, but also on here. I hope to inspire people to get off the couch and attempt what we think is impossible, but also have a written account of the results I see and the challenges I face. I know it won't be easy, but after trying for years to get back into shape and losing the weight I've gained, why not go a little insane with Insanity! It can't hurt right?
I hope you stay tuned and bear with my complaining over the next 2 months!
Love always,
Jacqui
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)