CALLANETICS CHALLENGE MAY 2008 - Page 12

Trish22 · 05-08-2008, 08:33 AM

hey sue i was just quoting from the callanetics book, its what callan says she had to do to get rid of her cellulite, she switched to lean meats fruit and veg drunk 8 glasses of water and she was cellulite free within 6 weeks but everyone is different you might find you can eat some of that stuff and not get bad cellulite and then theres some people who can eat anything and never get cellulite

TripleCharm · 05-08-2008, 08:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SummerSue

One more hour of 10 in 10 done!

Triplecharm:If you need a changeup, you can always get the Evolution dvd, to switch back and forth with. I do, and it provides a mental change for me. I'm pretty new to getting back into being so disciplined with my exercise (never should have stopped!), so the change helps me keep going some days. But, it is one of the highlights of my day!

SummerSue,

Thanks for the suggestion. I actually DO think that change might do me good.

Is Evolution equal to 10/10 in the intensity/level of exercise?

WATCH-ME-SHRINK · 05-08-2008, 08:43 AM

Diet alone will not diminish cellulite.

And thank goodness, there are many different ways of eating (hate that word, "diet"), and we all respond to them in various ways.

That's the reason for one of the quotes in my siggy.

That said, it's a combo of WOE and working out, strengthening, burning fat, that reduces the cellulite.

See this post for more insight:
How many lost thigh cellulite with loss?

TripleCharm · 05-08-2008, 08:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wazo

I have some questions, please be understanding because of my english...
I've done 7 hours of callanetics, i see no changes really, i feel well and toned.
But I see more cellulitis on the back of my thighs than before. Is it normal?

What exercise can i do more to take it away more quickly ?
thank for your listening.

wazo,

There are more qualified people than me on this board to suggest exercises, but I would like to recommend dry skin brushing to reduce the appearance of cellulite. I am bad about sticking to it on the regular basis, but when I DO do it, it does yield results pretty quickly. Plus, it eliminates excess water from the tissues and helps with the lymph drainage.

Here's just a random article I found that summarizes this:
The Dry Brushing Technique

KJ-43 · 05-08-2008, 08:48 AM

Another hour completed!!!! I may complete more hours then I commited to in the challenge and with every workout my form is better and better.
kj

TripleCharm · 05-08-2008, 08:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ADLMA

TripleCharm - Maybe it is the whole mom of young children thing. I, sometimes, push myself to Callan also. I know that when I Callan, I will have two young ones swinging on me or sitting on me, making it difficult to complete. I know how great I feel after, so I press on. I hope it helps that you know you are not the only one pressing on to get in an hour!

ADLMA,

Thanks, it does help to know that I am not alone. I try to schedule my workouts as smartly as I can to sneak in that 'me' time, but sometimes the wee beastie just doesn't want to co-operate

My two older ones are a huge help , though.

SummerSue · 05-08-2008, 09:38 AM

Trish22 - I have the book too, so maybe I should read it a little more closely?

Thanks for the quick response. I just panicked for a minute!

SummerSue · 05-08-2008, 09:42 AM

Watch-Me-Shrink - thanks for the great link. It appears that losing the fat and moving the muscles will do the trick, eventually.

I agree with your thoughts on "diets" - so different for each of us. We eat and respond differently physically and mentally to foods. I also think age enters into it - my metabolism isn't what it used to be 10 years ago. There's definitely room for improvement though!

SummerSue · 05-08-2008, 09:50 AM

TripleCharm:

I saw that dry brushing site a few weeks ago - I was thinking of starting, but haven't yet. It's certainly worth a try - for the cost of a loofa! Finding the time is always the trick, though.

And the deep massages sound lovely - I've been thinking about them ever since starting Callan!

I somehow find Evolution less taxing, but it is by no means an easy workout. They show 3 levels for each exercise, which makes finding a workable level easier, as opposed to 10 in 10 where you are always shooting for the top form. It may be a mental thing for me, I don't know. Even when I did 10 in 10 in my 20's, I found it hard to put the video in some days, knowing how "hard" they were. Some of the exercises in Evolution are the same, some changed slightly, and some new.

Also, I'm really trying to focus on long term solutions for myself. Last spring I was working out at the gym regularly (finally) and then the boys came home for summer and my routine ended. They are too old for the care center and too young to be left alone. This time around I'm focusing on dvd's at home, what I like, what works for me, and an assortment so I'll have no reason to not do something. Having both 10 in 10 and Evolution gives me a changeoff without skipping it completely!

wazo · 05-08-2008, 10:13 AM

TripleCharm, thank i'll go to read this dry brushing site, and i'll try to understand all !!

OK, i think i can try it, it's not difficult, i think too i could get the "
Anti cellulite Masseur Philips Celesse Beauty" of my mum to do massages every day.

I would get a one day's rest on callanetics, but i don't feel tired and Callan help me sleep well. MUST i do a one day's rest ? Even if i do only 1/2 hour callanetics ?

Watch-Me-Shrink
I agree with you, diet is not THE word, i prefer say i take care of how and what i eat. Loss weight is as well for good health as for the aesthetics.

wazo · 05-08-2008, 10:19 AM

I find a site in English for "Dukan Diet", if you want to know more about it.

DUKAN DIET provided by Bravenet.com

girlgonefishing197 · 05-08-2008, 12:07 PM

BCITRISH == I love coconut -- I fer-sure will use that!! Where can I find the stevia at?
Thanks for your tip!!

Kat.

girlgonefishing197 · 05-08-2008, 12:11 PM

KJ-43 WAY TO GO!! I haven't made a committment -- Hmmm -- I have done 7 hours and I will commit to --- uhmm -- having completed -- say...20 by months end?? How does that sound -- WHOOOP!!

kat.

ThyckeCutie · 05-08-2008, 12:39 PM

Doesnt coconut oil have like 14grams of fat per serving? Is this good fat or bad fat? I wanted to take this but was scared I would gain weight.

By the way my body is starting to look better but no size loss yet. I was looking in the mirrow and noticed my behind is getting rounder and lifting. Im kind of looking slimmer in areas even though I have not lost any sizes yet. My body is feeling more firmer in my fatty areas so something is happening surely but slowly. Hopefully these extra quick Callan will push things into gear. Im happy and this will keep me going. Maybe its taking longer for me then others but I will always love Callan!!

Alley · 05-08-2008, 01:58 PM

Another hour 10/10 done

ThyckeCutie · 05-08-2008, 02:43 PM

Quick Hip/Behind Done

lildragonfly · 05-08-2008, 02:52 PM

1 hr completed

KJ-43 · 05-08-2008, 03:18 PM

Kat: You go girl for your 20 I think I may be able to get 15 in this month.
I really want to get my abs in shape so my clothes will look better on.
kj

Kamalam · 05-08-2008, 03:39 PM

Hi, I just found this amazing forum and have ordered my dvds today... I was planning on starting with the Beginner version and then moving on to 10 in 10 (possibly changing it up with Evolution later). I also have the book - I remember trying this back when I was in my 20s (about 15 yrs ago!) and it totally kicked my butt. I've had a son since then (he's two years old) and I'm definitely ready to get serious now. I'm not overweight, but I am not toned. Basically I would call it "skinny fat." I also plan to do P.A.C.E. for my cardio (developed by Dr. Al Sears) in between my Callan sessions... Does this seem right?

One thing I remember strongly was the wish for a ballet barre and ladder like shown in the book. I looked on line for portable ballet barres, but they are quite expensive. I was wondering if I could go into a hardware store and get a basic wooden ladder - and somehow use that against the wall. I just remember that using chairs was kind of hard...

Any thoughts about that? Also, do you gals have your significant other take your photos (egads) or do you set it up to do it yourself? TIA!

ThyckeCutie · 05-08-2008, 05:35 PM

When you do the hip/behind exercises are you supposed to feel this in the outer thigh/outer behind area? Or the entire buttock that you are working?

Also it seems like Im getting mushy on my lower abs/sides/hips/ inner thigh area but ever spot else is kind of toned. Like fat is resting in one area. Is this the result of everything pulling upward and how long before it evens out? I dont know if this is the results of Callan or not

missmattie · 05-08-2008, 06:10 PM

Did the PM portion of AM/PM. Work is kind of hectic right now so just trying to do SOMETHING.

PrincessNutznBoltz · 05-08-2008, 06:26 PM

Ooh forgot to say yesterday I did 1hr callanetics....I think I've improved greatly on my fifth hour

xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxox

soulwings · 05-09-2008, 01:15 AM

I weighed in tonight. I went up a few pounds.

I know Callan says that's normal when starting but...

PrincessNutznBoltz · 05-09-2008, 05:33 AM

1 hr completed

xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxox

ADLMA · 05-09-2008, 07:29 AM

I completed one more hour!

Twyla - Got any words of wisdom on those bat flaps of mine? They are slower to firm up than the counter parts! Thanks!

lovenuts · 05-09-2008, 08:39 AM

one more hour super call

Jessicarae27 · 05-09-2008, 08:59 AM

Hi everyone.

I just got the 10/10 dvd and was browsing the internet when i found this thread. What an inspiration. So i'm in! I 'll be 25 soon and have only worn a 2 piece once. and i mean one day about four years ago. These are suppose to be the best years of my life and i have been spending them in jeans and tent dresses. I'm 5 10 but carry all my weight in my belly. Its like that gum commercial.. i want to go from nice gut to nice but (which is about 4 inches lower than it should be). I want to be that girl I can show pics to my kids in the future and say " that was mommy in that tiny bikini." I also got the Lotte Berk series so here's to the magic!

05-08-2008, 08:43 AM	#333
WATCH-ME-SHRINK Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: WV Posts: 5,501 Gallery: WATCH-ME-SHRINK Stats: 166 (12+) /Size 6-8/Fit-Toned-Lean 140-145 (5'7) WOE: Atkins/BFFM/Low carb & TKD	Cellulite concerns: Diet alone will not diminish cellulite. And thank goodness, there are many different ways of eating (hate that word, "diet"), and we all respond to them in various ways. That's the reason for one of the quotes in my siggy. That said, it's a combo of WOE and working out, strengthening, burning fat, that reduces the cellulite. See this post for more insight: How many lost thigh cellulite with loss?

05-08-2008, 09:50 AM	#339
SummerSue Senior LCF Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: In my head Posts: 189 Blog Entries: 1 Gallery: SummerSue Stats: 170/149/120 WOE: Healthy Low Carb Start Date: 5 yrs off/on - March 2008 re-inducting	TripleCharm: I saw that dry brushing site a few weeks ago - I was thinking of starting, but haven't yet. It's certainly worth a try - for the cost of a loofa! Finding the time is always the trick, though. And the deep massages sound lovely - I've been thinking about them ever since starting Callan! I somehow find Evolution less taxing, but it is by no means an easy workout. They show 3 levels for each exercise, which makes finding a workable level easier, as opposed to 10 in 10 where you are always shooting for the top form. It may be a mental thing for me, I don't know. Even when I did 10 in 10 in my 20's, I found it hard to put the video in some days, knowing how "hard" they were. Some of the exercises in Evolution are the same, some changed slightly, and some new. Also, I'm really trying to focus on long term solutions for myself. Last spring I was working out at the gym regularly (finally) and then the boys came home for summer and my routine ended. They are too old for the care center and too young to be left alone. This time around I'm focusing on dvd's at home, what I like, what works for me, and an assortment so I'll have no reason to not do something. Having both 10 in 10 and Evolution gives me a changeoff without skipping it completely! __________________ Susan http://www.lowcarbfriends.com/bbs/we...ing-right.html This week: Callanetics - 2 Total Callanetics - 30 hours Successfully thin people may have as many unmet emotional needs as overweight people. The difference is that they don't use food to satisfy feelings of loneliness, anxiety, or boredom. - Callan Pinckney Last edited by SummerSue : 05-08-2008 at 09:53 AM.

05-08-2008, 10:13 AM	#340
wazo Junior LCF Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: France Posts: 53 Gallery: wazo Stats: 165/132/125 WOE: Dukan	TripleCharm, thank i'll go to read this dry brushing site, and i'll try to understand all !! OK, i think i can try it, it's not difficult, i think too i could get the " Anti cellulite Masseur Philips Celesse Beauty" of my mum to do massages every day. I would get a one day's rest on callanetics, but i don't feel tired and Callan help me sleep well. MUST i do a one day's rest ? Even if i do only 1/2 hour callanetics ? Watch-Me-Shrink I agree with you, diet is not THE word, i prefer say i take care of how and what i eat. Loss weight is as well for good health as for the aesthetics. __________________ 12/12 hours completed for July --------------------- 30 hours completed of 10/10 but no inches lost 16 hours completed of evolution Day 1 - week 1 one hundred Push-ups

05-08-2008, 12:39 PM	#344
ThyckeCutie Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Connecticut Posts: 402 Gallery: ThyckeCutie WOE: Making Healthier Choices - Low Fat	Doesnt coconut oil have like 14grams of fat per serving? Is this good fat or bad fat? I wanted to take this but was scared I would gain weight. By the way my body is starting to look better but no size loss yet. I was looking in the mirrow and noticed my behind is getting rounder and lifting. Im kind of looking slimmer in areas even though I have not lost any sizes yet. My body is feeling more firmer in my fatty areas so something is happening surely but slowly. Hopefully these extra quick Callan will push things into gear. Im happy and this will keep me going. Maybe its taking longer for me then others but I will always love Callan!! __________________ "Never Let The Fear of Striking Out Keep You From Playing The Game" Callanetics started 03/14/08 31hrs of 10 in 10 Completed 9hrs of Evolutioin Completed 4 Quick Hip/Behind 16hrs of Super Callan Cardio & Upper Body: One On One Training W/ Jackie TJ & HHA &Tae Bo

05-08-2008, 08:33 AM	#331
Trish22 Junior LCF Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 33 Gallery: Trish22	hey sue i was just quoting from the callanetics book, its what callan says she had to do to get rid of her cellulite, she switched to lean meats fruit and veg drunk 8 glasses of water and she was cellulite free within 6 weeks but everyone is different you might find you can eat some of that stuff and not get bad cellulite and then theres some people who can eat anything and never get cellulite

05-08-2008, 08:48 AM	#335
KJ-43 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Indiana Posts: 263 Gallery: KJ-43 Stats: 196/179.5/174 getting back on track now!!!! WOE: atkins Start Date: 10/30/06/Highest weight 271/reinducting 6/17/08	Another hour completed!!!! I may complete more hours then I commited to in the challenge and with every workout my form is better and better. kj

05-08-2008, 09:38 AM	#337
SummerSue Senior LCF Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: In my head Posts: 189 Blog Entries: 1 Gallery: SummerSue Stats: 170/149/120 WOE: Healthy Low Carb Start Date: 5 yrs off/on - March 2008 re-inducting	Trish22 - I have the book too, so maybe I should read it a little more closely? Thanks for the quick response. I just panicked for a minute!

05-08-2008, 09:42 AM	#338
SummerSue Senior LCF Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: In my head Posts: 189 Blog Entries: 1 Gallery: SummerSue Stats: 170/149/120 WOE: Healthy Low Carb Start Date: 5 yrs off/on - March 2008 re-inducting	Watch-Me-Shrink - thanks for the great link. It appears that losing the fat and moving the muscles will do the trick, eventually. I agree with your thoughts on "diets" - so different for each of us. We eat and respond differently physically and mentally to foods. I also think age enters into it - my metabolism isn't what it used to be 10 years ago. There's definitely room for improvement though!

05-08-2008, 10:19 AM	#341
wazo Junior LCF Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: France Posts: 53 Gallery: wazo Stats: 165/132/125 WOE: Dukan	I find a site in English for "Dukan Diet", if you want to know more about it. DUKAN DIET provided by Bravenet.com

05-08-2008, 12:07 PM	#342
girlgonefishing197 Junior LCF Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Germany Posts: 16 Gallery: girlgonefishing197 Stats: 190/190/130 WOE: Atkins Start Date: April 21, 2008	BCITRISH == I love coconut -- I fer-sure will use that!! Where can I find the stevia at? Thanks for your tip!! Kat.

05-08-2008, 12:11 PM	#343
girlgonefishing197 Junior LCF Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Germany Posts: 16 Gallery: girlgonefishing197 Stats: 190/190/130 WOE: Atkins Start Date: April 21, 2008	KJ-43 WAY TO GO!! I haven't made a committment -- Hmmm -- I have done 7 hours and I will commit to --- uhmm -- having completed -- say...20 by months end?? How does that sound -- WHOOOP!! kat.

05-08-2008, 01:58 PM	#345
Alley Junior LCF Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Canton, GA Posts: 9 Gallery: Alley Stats: 209/162/140 WOE: portion control Start Date: 08/2007	Another hour 10/10 done

05-08-2008, 02:43 PM	#346
ThyckeCutie Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Connecticut Posts: 402 Gallery: ThyckeCutie WOE: Making Healthier Choices - Low Fat	Quick Hip/Behind Done

05-08-2008, 02:52 PM	#347
lildragonfly MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Middle TN Posts: 2,105 Gallery: lildragonfly Stats: 18w/10/7-8 WOE: learning my body Start Date: 10/15/07 started Atkins	1 hr completed

05-08-2008, 03:18 PM	#348
KJ-43 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Indiana Posts: 263 Gallery: KJ-43 Stats: 196/179.5/174 getting back on track now!!!! WOE: atkins Start Date: 10/30/06/Highest weight 271/reinducting 6/17/08	Kat: You go girl for your 20 I think I may be able to get 15 in this month. I really want to get my abs in shape so my clothes will look better on. kj

05-08-2008, 03:39 PM	#349
Kamalam Junior LCF Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Central Coast, California Posts: 9 Gallery: Kamalam WOE: Traditional Foods/ W.A.P. Start Date: February 2007	Hi, I just found this amazing forum and have ordered my dvds today... I was planning on starting with the Beginner version and then moving on to 10 in 10 (possibly changing it up with Evolution later). I also have the book - I remember trying this back when I was in my 20s (about 15 yrs ago!) and it totally kicked my butt. I've had a son since then (he's two years old) and I'm definitely ready to get serious now. I'm not overweight, but I am not toned. Basically I would call it "skinny fat." I also plan to do P.A.C.E. for my cardio (developed by Dr. Al Sears) in between my Callan sessions... Does this seem right? One thing I remember strongly was the wish for a ballet barre and ladder like shown in the book. I looked on line for portable ballet barres, but they are quite expensive. I was wondering if I could go into a hardware store and get a basic wooden ladder - and somehow use that against the wall. I just remember that using chairs was kind of hard... Any thoughts about that? Also, do you gals have your significant other take your photos (egads) or do you set it up to do it yourself? TIA!

05-08-2008, 05:35 PM	#350
ThyckeCutie Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Connecticut Posts: 402 Gallery: ThyckeCutie WOE: Making Healthier Choices - Low Fat	When you do the hip/behind exercises are you supposed to feel this in the outer thigh/outer behind area? Or the entire buttock that you are working? Also it seems like Im getting mushy on my lower abs/sides/hips/ inner thigh area but ever spot else is kind of toned. Like fat is resting in one area. Is this the result of everything pulling upward and how long before it evens out? I dont know if this is the results of Callan or not

05-08-2008, 06:10 PM	#351
missmattie Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 195 Gallery: missmattie	Did the PM portion of AM/PM. Work is kind of hectic right now so just trying to do SOMETHING.

05-08-2008, 06:26 PM	#352
PrincessNutznBoltz Junior LCF Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 50 Gallery: PrincessNutznBoltz Stats: flabby/flabby 2pack/TONED 2 pack!! WOE: IR way of life	Ooh forgot to say yesterday I did 1hr callanetics....I think I've improved greatly on my fifth hour xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxox

05-09-2008, 01:15 AM	#353
soulwings Senior LCF Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: USA Posts: 142 Gallery: soulwings Stats: 140/133.5/110 WOE: SB Start Date: 5/6/08	I weighed in tonight. I went up a few pounds. I know Callan says that's normal when starting but...

05-09-2008, 05:33 AM	#354
PrincessNutznBoltz Junior LCF Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 50 Gallery: PrincessNutznBoltz Stats: flabby/flabby 2pack/TONED 2 pack!! WOE: IR way of life	1 hr completed xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxox

05-09-2008, 07:29 AM	#355
ADLMA Senior LCF Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 446 Gallery: ADLMA	I completed one more hour! Twyla - Got any words of wisdom on those bat flaps of mine? They are slower to firm up than the counter parts! Thanks!

05-09-2008, 08:39 AM	#356
lovenuts Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Bella-Vista Posts: 188 Gallery: lovenuts Stats: Will be lean and strong Start Date: march 18 2008	one more hour super call

05-09-2008, 08:59 AM	#357
Jessicarae27 Junior LCF Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: New York, NY Posts: 4 Gallery: Jessicarae27 Stats: 160/155/135 WOE: Foods in their simplest form. Start Date: May 9 2008	Hi everyone. I just got the 10/10 dvd and was browsing the internet when i found this thread. What an inspiration. So i'm in! I 'll be 25 soon and have only worn a 2 piece once. and i mean one day about four years ago. These are suppose to be the best years of my life and i have been spending them in jeans and tent dresses. I'm 5 10 but carry all my weight in my belly. Its like that gum commercial.. i want to go from nice gut to nice but (which is about 4 inches lower than it should be). I want to be that girl I can show pics to my kids in the future and say " that was mommy in that tiny bikini." I also got the Lotte Berk series so here's to the magic!