That's so funny (that you saw them on TV) b/c I meant to tell you while I was at my POWER PIYO class (trying to get mentally grounded, of course - lights low, mellow music, candle) there was a gaggle of girls (maybe a swim team?) right outside our door. Sure enough, among their many (loud) exercises they were doing BURPEES!
You just can't get away from them!
Sunday, January 6, 2013
Live from New York!
Watching Biggest Loser Premier...and blogging on my phone.
Ok -- let's start with "Kicker Clarification..." Just attend 4 classes -- new is better, but not required!
Is everybody loving the burpees? I sure am -- not really but I do think they are getting a tad easier than day one. Oh no they just told the Biggest Loser people to do burpees -- I swear!!!
15 weeks and counting. There has got to be a dress with sleeves!
Melissa
Ok -- let's start with "Kicker Clarification..." Just attend 4 classes -- new is better, but not required!
Is everybody loving the burpees? I sure am -- not really but I do think they are getting a tad easier than day one. Oh no they just told the Biggest Loser people to do burpees -- I swear!!!
15 weeks and counting. There has got to be a dress with sleeves!
Melissa
100 Down - 400 to GO!
Who's idea was this? My armpits hurt!!
But I was just scanning a few dresses on-line (for the big WEDDING in no fewer than 15 weeks) and got totally freaked out b/c every dress (yes, every one) is sleeveless or strapless. The thought of that just completely freaks me out. That tells you how long it has been since I have worn a formal dress. I wonder if I can wear my down sweater over it. Pretty sure no one needs to see my arms.
Nothing like a little visual for some motivation! Maybe I should be doing 200 burpees a week. How about I just do them all day long .. .
But I was just scanning a few dresses on-line (for the big WEDDING in no fewer than 15 weeks) and got totally freaked out b/c every dress (yes, every one) is sleeveless or strapless. The thought of that just completely freaks me out. That tells you how long it has been since I have worn a formal dress. I wonder if I can wear my down sweater over it. Pretty sure no one needs to see my arms.
Nothing like a little visual for some motivation! Maybe I should be doing 200 burpees a week. How about I just do them all day long .. .
Friday, January 4, 2013
Clarity
Can you pls clarify our January KICKER?
Is it 4 NEW exercise classes, or just 4 classes - or is it all up to personal interpretation?
I got one in last night. It's a little big of a stretch given "new" but I am in NY all next week, and concerned about getting them in. I have done pilates, and I have done yoga, but this was POWER PIYO. 95 minutes of fun. I did sweat, and I am a little sore this a.m., so I think it counts!
Have I told you about my favorite instructor? His name is Tom, and got in to yoga b/c he has terrible knee issues. He is a big, totally fit guy that you would expect to see at a biker bar (wears Sturgis tees, etc). In fact, I have seen him riding to class on his Harley with his yogo mat sticking out. It is just a funny sight, you know? He plays current music (not new age stuff) but lites candles and stuff and is an excellent teacher. Not an ounce of fat on him. Very inspirational!
Is it 4 NEW exercise classes, or just 4 classes - or is it all up to personal interpretation?
I got one in last night. It's a little big of a stretch given "new" but I am in NY all next week, and concerned about getting them in. I have done pilates, and I have done yoga, but this was POWER PIYO. 95 minutes of fun. I did sweat, and I am a little sore this a.m., so I think it counts!
Have I told you about my favorite instructor? His name is Tom, and got in to yoga b/c he has terrible knee issues. He is a big, totally fit guy that you would expect to see at a biker bar (wears Sturgis tees, etc). In fact, I have seen him riding to class on his Harley with his yogo mat sticking out. It is just a funny sight, you know? He plays current music (not new age stuff) but lites candles and stuff and is an excellent teacher. Not an ounce of fat on him. Very inspirational!
Thursday, January 3, 2013
Willpower vs. Discipline
48 hours into my Weight Watcher week I'm feeling heady with success!
I have completed 2 full days of being on plan....call it a streak a string or whatever! Becca -- you must be thinking what have I gotten myself into!!!
I read this quote and it really hit home with me. "Recognizing that the best kind of willpower is the discipline to plan." Sounds a bit like our old coach -- Bobby Knight! Actually it is from WW. I think it's my biggest downfall!
Melissa
I have completed 2 full days of being on plan....call it a streak a string or whatever! Becca -- you must be thinking what have I gotten myself into!!!
I read this quote and it really hit home with me. "Recognizing that the best kind of willpower is the discipline to plan." Sounds a bit like our old coach -- Bobby Knight! Actually it is from WW. I think it's my biggest downfall!
Melissa
Tuesday, January 1, 2013
First Day!
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Nice hike, nice nap . . until at dinner MK informs me that she has completed FIFTY burpees! "They're easy . . .what's your problem?" Sam jumps up from the table and wants to see how to do one - and quickly completes 3 without thought. Then I went to clean up my mail and saw Lucy's post, complete with directions. Sigh. So I rattled off 20. Mind you 5 at a time, with a little walk break. Add that to my ONE from yesterday.
Are you sure this wasn't a little too ambitious to start with?! Oh yeah . . . that's the point . . .
Cheers!
How to do the perfect BURPEE!
Burpees are a powerhouse strength and conditioning exercise that combine physical elements along with endurance and aerobics. The beauty of the exercise is that it requires only your body and some space to manoeuvre, making it a valuable asset to your exercise arsenal. Although the name may strike you as silly, just try doing 20 of them as fast as you can. You will quickly understand why they are popular with athletes and soldiers as part of their exercise regimes.
5 STEPS FOR HOW TO PERFORM THE PERFECT BURPEE
1 Stand Tall The beginning position is quite simple to learn as you have been performing it with varying results for most of your life. Stand with your chest out, core tight and head straight. Your feet should be shoulder width apart with your toes facing outwards slightly.
2 Squat Quickly and explosively kick your hips back as if sitting in a chair and squat deep to the ground. Your chest should remain out and your core tight. Squat until the palms of your hands are placed on the ground directly beneath your shoulders.
3 Kick Back In the squat position with your hands on the ground, use your abdominals and legs to drive your legs back so that you are in a plank position. This position is more commonly known as a push-up position and should resemble exactly what you would look like prior to performing a push-up. Your back should be straight and your arms locked. You should feel stable in your core and lower back.
4 Back Again Once you are firm in your plank position, use your core, upper and lower body strength to return to the same squat position (hands on the ground) that you were in before. The movement should be explosive, quick and precise, all of which comes with practice.
5 Through the Roof The final part of the burpee is also the most important. From the squat position, push off the ground from your feet and explode into a jump. Raise your hands up and jump as high as you can for maximal results. Land softly, bending your knees to absorb the impact. Once you have landed, plant your feet and position your body as your did in Step 1 and repeat all the Steps (1-5 ) to perform another burpee.
Read more at: How to Perform the Perfect Burpee http://www.stepbystep.com/guide-to-performing-the-perfect-burpee-6025/
I'm playing catch up on my burpees for the week -- but no worries...I'm all over it! Can I tell you how out of breath I was after doing 15... Frankly I was fatigued after about 7! When I started looking burpees up online -- there are burpee challenges all over the place. Who knew!
I was so inspired after all our conversation on Sunday..... If only we could get together every weekend -- maybe I could keep the motivation. I'm even making salmon for dinner tonight -- not sure I'm going to like it...but I need to keep experimenting. By the way Jess -- the fish I thought you should try at Sam's is "Parmesan Crusted Tilapia."
My commitment this week.....I will run at least once!
Good luck to everyone this week!
5 STEPS FOR HOW TO PERFORM THE PERFECT BURPEE
1 Stand Tall The beginning position is quite simple to learn as you have been performing it with varying results for most of your life. Stand with your chest out, core tight and head straight. Your feet should be shoulder width apart with your toes facing outwards slightly.
2 Squat Quickly and explosively kick your hips back as if sitting in a chair and squat deep to the ground. Your chest should remain out and your core tight. Squat until the palms of your hands are placed on the ground directly beneath your shoulders.
3 Kick Back In the squat position with your hands on the ground, use your abdominals and legs to drive your legs back so that you are in a plank position. This position is more commonly known as a push-up position and should resemble exactly what you would look like prior to performing a push-up. Your back should be straight and your arms locked. You should feel stable in your core and lower back.
4 Back Again Once you are firm in your plank position, use your core, upper and lower body strength to return to the same squat position (hands on the ground) that you were in before. The movement should be explosive, quick and precise, all of which comes with practice.
5 Through the Roof The final part of the burpee is also the most important. From the squat position, push off the ground from your feet and explode into a jump. Raise your hands up and jump as high as you can for maximal results. Land softly, bending your knees to absorb the impact. Once you have landed, plant your feet and position your body as your did in Step 1 and repeat all the Steps (1-5 ) to perform another burpee.
Read more at: How to Perform the Perfect Burpee http://www.stepbystep.com/guide-to-performing-the-perfect-burpee-6025/
I'm playing catch up on my burpees for the week -- but no worries...I'm all over it! Can I tell you how out of breath I was after doing 15... Frankly I was fatigued after about 7! When I started looking burpees up online -- there are burpee challenges all over the place. Who knew!
I was so inspired after all our conversation on Sunday..... If only we could get together every weekend -- maybe I could keep the motivation. I'm even making salmon for dinner tonight -- not sure I'm going to like it...but I need to keep experimenting. By the way Jess -- the fish I thought you should try at Sam's is "Parmesan Crusted Tilapia."
My commitment this week.....I will run at least once!
Good luck to everyone this week!
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