Author Topic: Shaping up for the con? (Read 136851 times)

Hidamari · « **Reply #50 on:** May 18, 2009, 06:15:07 pm »

I feel ashamed of myself. I piled on the spaghetti toinght 8D

xxxchihiroxxx · « **Reply #51 on:** May 18, 2009, 06:37:50 pm »

kagome: upper arms? a really good way to work on arms is push ups actualy ._. arm strength is natrually weaker in woman (we have stronger leg strength though) so push ups and most arm excersise are harder for woman but do like ten a night and up it gradualy and your arms should be pretty good. also get some squish balls, they help.

nikkiolie · « **Reply #52 on:** May 18, 2009, 06:49:04 pm »

Also shoulder raises help a lot too. Not sure how to get fat off them though, cardio is what burns fat.

Mentally Hilarious · « **Reply #53 on:** May 18, 2009, 07:36:38 pm »

Quote from: Hidamari on May 18, 2009, 06:15:07 pm

I feel ashamed of myself. I piled on the spaghetti toinght 8D

Never deny yourself too much food. If you eat less and your body is used to eating a lot, then when you go on like that (you know, starting to eat less) then your body will store more fat when you actually do eat(or something like that). DONT FEEL ASHAMED!
Happens to me all the time. Thas why I has a pudgy belly. >:/
XD

Hidamari · « **Reply #54 on:** May 18, 2009, 07:49:18 pm »

I don't really feel that bad at all, I'm not one care about weight, but it's fun to post on this thread with you guys.

and if I can get up in time, and if it's not raining, I'm going to try to ride my bike to school today 8D

iluvshijimi · « **Reply #55 on:** May 18, 2009, 07:56:26 pm »

Quote from: Hidamari on May 18, 2009, 07:49:18 pm

and if I can get up in time, and if it's not raining, I'm going to try to ride my bike to school today 8D

Bike riding ftw!

I'm going to start exercising again tonight, I like using Jillian Michaels' 30 Day Shred DVD, haha.

Kagome219 · « **Reply #56 on:** May 18, 2009, 08:28:26 pm »

Okay. Thank you, Chihiro and Nikki. ^^

princessmoon · « **Reply #57 on:** May 18, 2009, 08:48:49 pm »

So I didn't go swimming 6 in the morning like I said, but I managed to get off work early and go to the gym swimming pool. I did an hour of aqua aerobic resistance and MAN, my bi and triceps are tired. You know when you do push ups (full fledge push ups) and you can BARELY push yourself up on the last one (ur arms just wanna collapse..)? That's how my arms feel (still feel after 3 hours now). I'm gonna try to go again 2mrrow night. It feels GREAT to work out!

Rock climbing is also good for upper body strength. I went 2 weeks ago for the first time and ... my arms/upper body were sore for 3 days.

Woo, keep it up everyone! ^_^

SageBell · « **Reply #58 on:** May 18, 2009, 08:56:30 pm »

all for exercise on demand

mattstotts46 · « **Reply #59 on:** May 18, 2009, 09:02:29 pm »

I miss swimming. Amazing workout with the arms and builds up stamina.

princessmoon · « **Reply #60 on:** May 18, 2009, 09:07:31 pm »

Quote from: mattstotts46 on May 18, 2009, 09:02:29 pm

I miss swimming. Amazing workout with the arms and builds up stamina.

Swimming is totally fun! Try using aquatic dumbells...even more fun + more efficient workout!

nikkiolie · « **Reply #61 on:** May 18, 2009, 09:17:01 pm »

I am a horrible swimmer otherwise I would do it >_>

mattstotts46 · « **Reply #62 on:** May 18, 2009, 09:20:36 pm »

I have never heard of these aquatic dumbells. I must investigate!

princessmoon · « **Reply #63 on:** May 18, 2009, 09:32:34 pm »

Quote from: nikkiolie on May 18, 2009, 09:17:01 pm

I am a horrible swimmer otherwise I would do it >_>

I'm not a great swimmer either... I think I have the basic swimming skills to not ... drown? The aquatic dumbells keep you afloat and you just work with the resistance.

My friend does NOT know how to swim and she's in the deep pool with me. She says that she just won't let go of the dumbells and it will be fine!

I think she's fine, and I would be there to help her should anything happen

Quote from: mattstotts46 on May 18, 2009, 09:20:36 pm

I have never heard of these aquatic dumbells. I must investigate!

There is an aquatic aerobics class offered @ OSU...but I've never taken it. Anyways, do investigate, detective.

The aquatic gear were on a shelf close to the pool; I just grabbed 2 and went swimming.

Best spontaneous thing I've done all week! lol.

nikkiolie · « **Reply #64 on:** May 18, 2009, 09:34:34 pm »

I could swim, it's just not very good >_>

Hidamari · « **Reply #65 on:** May 18, 2009, 09:48:37 pm »

I learned how to swim when I was two years old. i just leaped in and loved it!

nikkiolie · « **Reply #66 on:** May 18, 2009, 09:50:16 pm »

I did have a hard workout today. I did jogging mixed with some sprints for about 35 minutes then focused on upper body weights, mainly my arms. Tomorrow will be jogging again but with leg weights

princessmoon · « **Reply #67 on:** May 18, 2009, 09:55:41 pm »

Quote from: Hidamari on May 18, 2009, 09:48:37 pm

I learned how to swim when I was two years old. i just leaped in and loved it!

lol, my momma was overprotective, so she wouldn't let me go to the pool without my floaties when I was little! Yep, I had to strap those safety floating things to my arms! ^_^

Quote from: nikkiolie on May 18, 2009, 09:50:16 pm

I did have a hard workout today. I did jogging mixed with some sprints for about 35 minutes then focused on upper body weights, mainly my arms. Tomorrow will be jogging again but with leg weights

Yay, keep up on workouts!

nikkiolie · « **Reply #68 on:** May 18, 2009, 10:07:35 pm »

It will be hard once I get done with school and don't have a gym to go to anymore x.x But I do have a nice park behind my house that I can jog through

Kagome219 · « **Reply #69 on:** May 18, 2009, 10:23:21 pm »

It's actually going to be EASIER for me to exercise once it's summer break. xD

Konan-ChanX3 · « **Reply #70 on:** May 19, 2009, 01:34:09 pm »

I'm an excelant swimmer, i'm thinking about going swimming today after school

nikkiolie · « **Reply #71 on:** May 19, 2009, 01:45:17 pm »

Good workout again today. My shins are hurting so I bet I'll have shin splits tomorrow x.x

Konan-ChanX3 · « **Reply #72 on:** May 19, 2009, 02:14:59 pm »

I've had that X.x hurts like hell.

iluvshijimi · « **Reply #73 on:** May 19, 2009, 02:15:48 pm »

Quote from: Konan-ChanX3 on May 19, 2009, 02:14:59 pm

I've had that X.x hurts like hell.

I haven't urk, what is it?

nikkiolie · « **Reply #74 on:** May 19, 2009, 03:14:41 pm »

its basically when the muscles on top of your shins get sore and there isn't a lot of ways to stress them out. The slightest movement tends to hurt but its like that with any muscle soreness.

Mentally Hilarious · « **Reply #75 on:** May 19, 2009, 03:16:46 pm »

Just did about 50 sit ups. (thats a record for me by the way)
I feel good......I should do more though.

Sayda · « **Reply #76 on:** May 19, 2009, 03:43:44 pm »

I'm starting to exercise again. Today my friend and I got up early and ran/walked 2 miles. We walked a lap, then ran--not jogged a lap. I was dead afterward. I use to be such a good runner. ;-;

We're lucky we have a University in our town. George Fox lets people use their gym for free, so we did weights after the laps for about a half hour. I'm so tired, though. x.x Tomorrow I think we're gonna play tennis for a while, then go lift weights and maybe walk a mile or two.

iluvshijimi · « **Reply #77 on:** May 19, 2009, 03:54:46 pm »

Quote from: Sayda on May 19, 2009, 03:43:44 pm

We're lucky we have a University in our town. George Fox lets people use their gym for free, so we did weights after the laps for about a half hour. I'm so tired, though. x.x Tomorrow I think we're gonna play tennis for a while, then go lift weights and maybe walk a mile or two.

I wish I lived on my school campus. I commute from home, so the only time I can make use of the free facilities is between classes, and I don't want to show up sweaty or fresh from the shower to any of them, ew.

Sayda · « **Reply #78 on:** May 19, 2009, 05:06:34 pm »

I know what you mean! When I start work, I'm going to have a problem with deciding when to shower. If I go before work, then I have the entire day to myself after I get off, but I might not get to shower. DX I could always go home after I exercise, then shower, then go. But that adds up to a lot of gas in the long run, plus I'd have to get up really early, too.

StarryShay · « **Reply #79 on:** May 19, 2009, 05:33:57 pm »

Wii fit.
Hehe, I've already lost Four pounds.

Sayda · « **Reply #80 on:** May 19, 2009, 05:36:03 pm »

I wish I had a Wii, because I would definitely invest in a Wii Fit. Maybe I'll buy a Wii sometime this summer.

Kagome219 · « **Reply #81 on:** May 19, 2009, 06:46:19 pm »

I want the Wii Fit soooo badly. D;

lightbeam911 · « **Reply #82 on:** May 19, 2009, 06:50:51 pm »

Discovery: Sitting on the computer makes me exercise!
I was reading earlier and saying "I'll workout after this."

And then I forgot

But then I sat on the computer, got on here, and voila. I'm gonna go workout.

Lordy, do I miss swimming. I was on swim team for 7 years and then they shut down the team. I haven't joined a new one, and I've gained like 10 pounds since I stopped XD (Granted I've gotten about 2 inches taller as well)

Hidamari · « **Reply #83 on:** May 19, 2009, 11:16:11 pm »

Because of this thread, I skipped out on dessert >=O

NeonFoxRocks · « **Reply #84 on:** May 19, 2009, 11:41:58 pm »

I thought I might just chime in and grant a few tips, as I am as well on the same quest

-The key part to losing weight is aerobic exercise (the stuff that makes you go huffing and puffing and makes your heart go crazy) an-aerobic, although good for bulking muscle, woln't lose you many pounds.
-As for drinking water don't force yourself too much it's 8 'glasses' of water, including your solid foods (ie salads have water content). Aerobic exercise will make you sweat and make you thirsty so that helps as well with drinking more =)
-Set realistic and long term goals (heh I sound like a savings advisor) a realistic drop in weight is a pound per week, realize you're decreasing your body fat and making muscle which is heavier. If you're dropping pounds quick you might yo-yo back. If you're really into it invest in a nice scale that shows body fat % and muscle fat %. Make a chart of how you are doing, note that if you don't lose as much as you want, don't get discouraged but get more in depth and take a look at the calories your consuming.
-Check out websites to see how many calories you burn with your exercise and a healthy daily calorie diet just to give you an idea here's some info:
Calories to lose a pound = 3500
"Healthy" Daily calorie consumption 2000
Don't go lower than 1200 calories a day
Don't go hungry grab a healthy snack bar (Nature Vally oat+honey!!!)
-Drop those sodas grab a G2! or mix up your water with lemon, lime, or orange! Find new drinks that are low calorie and taste different so you don't get bored with it.

So good luck with your weight loss, make sure you get the right information and have fun with your exercise! I'm biking to work every day that I can (~600 calories a day!

but I confess I need to work on eating better

)

JulianaRose · « **Reply #85 on:** May 20, 2009, 12:23:41 am »

Err...are you serious? Weight training is great for weight loss and can lose you quite a few pounds.

Anyway, it's great to see so many people interested in shaping up and whatnot. I just got back from the gym so I feel good

Sayda · « **Reply #86 on:** May 20, 2009, 09:14:43 am »

Lifting weights won't lose you pounds, but rather inches, and tone you up. The only real way to lose weight is, like he said, aerobic exercise. Running, jogging, walking, sports, anything that gets you moving and gets your heart pumping. Weights only tone your muscle.

I'm going to the gym in a few minutes. My friend works at Curves so we're going there to do their weird obsticle course that's meant for weight loss. I'm excited. XD

nikkiolie · « **Reply #87 on:** May 20, 2009, 12:36:05 pm »

God my shins and butt hurt like hell today. Good thing I will be working my upper body and not my lower body ^_^

That is another thing for people lifting weights, split it into two groups (I do upper body and lower body) and then alternate between them. That gives the muscles a chance to rest and get stronger for the next day.

Sayda · « **Reply #88 on:** May 20, 2009, 01:46:30 pm »

I ended up going to Curves with my friend! It was a really nice workout. x.x; it's a system where you jump around, jog in place, etc for 30 seconds, then move to the machine next to you, and work that for 30 seconds. You go in a clockwise circle, doing each thing for 30 seconds. You go twice around, and the machines they have work every part of your body. It made me sweat, and was actually fun. XD I burned about 450 calories, too!

lightbeam911 · « **Reply #89 on:** May 20, 2009, 02:54:19 pm »

...
I hate squats. End of story XD *icyhots thighs*

God. We're going through fitness in my wellness class, and it really IS helping me out, understanding what things I need to do to lose weight.

BLEH. Time for crunch-like things.

nikkiolie · « **Reply #90 on:** May 20, 2009, 03:04:39 pm »

Quote from: Sayda on May 20, 2009, 01:46:30 pm

I ended up going to Curves with my friend! It was a really nice workout. x.x; it's a system where you jump around, jog in place, etc for 30 seconds, then move to the machine next to you, and work that for 30 seconds. You go in a clockwise circle, doing each thing for 30 seconds. You go twice around, and the machines they have work every part of your body. It made me sweat, and was actually fun. XD I burned about 450 calories, too!

Sounds hard. I really didn't want to workout today but I forced myself too. I'm glad I did. I feel a lot better now than I did before. I also got to do some pull-ups and dips (which I haven't done in a long time x.x)

Squats are on my list of things to do tomorrow. I love them. Squats really are a great full body workout. I suggest that most people do them. They will make you stronger and leaner quickly.

lightbeam911 · « **Reply #91 on:** May 20, 2009, 03:23:44 pm »

They are, yes, but I wanna sit on an iceblock after doing them XD
How long do you suggest (Or how many reps) doing them? Hopefully its less than what I'm doing LOL

nikkiolie · « **Reply #92 on:** May 20, 2009, 03:35:13 pm »

I always do three sets of 12 for my weights. When that gets to easy I add more weight.

Three sets of 12 is what I was told to do in weight training in high school so I kinda stuck with it XD Though for squats I try to do more, like three sets of 25 or if I am up to it three sets of 50

Sayda · « **Reply #93 on:** May 20, 2009, 03:40:17 pm »

It's very fast paced. XD But fun! Speaking of squats, there was this machine there that you put your shoulders under, then pulled down with you into a squat. Then you had to lift yourself back up, plus the weight of the machine. That one sucked. DX

princessmoon · « **Reply #94 on:** May 20, 2009, 04:30:25 pm »

I walked up 5 flights of stairs today...8 times with a minute rest in between. legs feel wobbly. lol.

nyahaha · « **Reply #95 on:** May 20, 2009, 05:29:46 pm »

I just took my dog on an hour long walk. My gosh my arm huts. He's not very well leash trained xD

nikkiolie · « **Reply #96 on:** May 20, 2009, 05:36:15 pm »

Quote from: Sayda on May 20, 2009, 03:40:17 pm

It's very fast paced. XD But fun! Speaking of squats, there was this machine there that you put your shoulders under, then pulled down with you into a squat. Then you had to lift yourself back up, plus the weight of the machine. That one sucked. DX

I think I have seen that one before. It works well. You don't have to worry about the whole balance thing with free weights. Maybe Friday I'll take my dogs down to the park for a long walk, though one doesn't walk for very long....so maybe I'll only take Roxy >_> She'll go till I stop and much longer XD

Hidamari · « **Reply #97 on:** May 20, 2009, 05:39:54 pm »

MY BIKE RIDE TODAY TO SCHOOL WAS A SUCESS. But bot on the way back. I had reeally bad cramps/indegestion/idontknowwhat and had to be picked up, bike and all.

~boogiepop~ · « **Reply #98 on:** May 21, 2009, 09:54:26 am »

Whoo, my new walk to school is a lot longer and harder then my old one and I can feel that I'm slightly out of shape trying to walk it. Stupid hills.

I'm going to try to go running out in the real world tonight. I've been running on a treadmill before I moved because it was a little dangerous to go run around town after I got off work since it's already dark and there are always people bugging me in the streets.
I've been a little embarrassed to go out running, but I'll give it a shot. It will be a nice change of scenery from looking at a white wall.

iluvshijimi · « **Reply #99 on:** May 21, 2009, 10:28:15 am »

Quote from: ~boogiepop~ on May 21, 2009, 09:54:26 am

I'm going to try to go running out in the real world tonight. I've been running on a treadmill before I moved because it was a little dangerous to go run around town after I got off work since it's already dark and there are always people bugging me in the streets.
I've been a little embarrassed to go out running, but I'll give it a shot. It will be a nice change of scenery from looking at a white wall.

I wish I had a treadmill! There's an elementary school with a really basic track around the field right behind my house, but a treadmill would be nice to have when I want to run but stay warm inside, haha.

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Author Topic: Shaping up for the con? (Read 136851 times)