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Old 08-11-2008, 08:19 AM   #61
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I just ordered my dvd today. I was nervous to do it at first. I'm worried that i won't stick to it, but looking at everyone's post and stories made me order it..... Can't wait to get it!!!!!
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Old 08-18-2008, 01:41 AM   #62
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Hi girls

YOU ALL LOOK JUST PERFECT!
HELP ME WITH SOME ADVICE ABOUT CALLANETICS: HOW MENY TIMES PER WEEK, WHICH TAPE/DVD....I HAVE STARTED WITH 10 YEARS YOUNGER TWICE PER WEEK(5 HOURS ALREADY). I WAS VERY THIN BEFORE PREGNANCY(5'9''& 126) AND NOW, 6 MONTH AFTER I'M +37LB.
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Old 08-21-2008, 06:26 PM   #63
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I just ordered the 10 in 10 dvd today. Can't wait to get it. Do the exercises do well for back fat?

Also, to WATCH-ME-SHRINK: you said that the dvd did not have a lot for upper arms and that is just ONE of my many problem areas. What weight exercises do you do for arms? I'm assuming you mean with dumbbells?
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Old 08-21-2008, 07:14 PM   #64
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Zaza, I began with 10 in 10 also, did it 3 - 4 x per week, ate clean, added cardio 3-4 x a week (30 mins), and a couple sessions per week of UB weights. Did the trick for me. Amazing transformation in only six week's time -- quicker than I'd seen with any other form of LB training in my years before. I LOVE CALLANETICS.

DeDee, yes, I meant weights. I began using 5-8 lb dumbbells at that time, 3 sets of 15, for delts, triceps, biceps, pecs, and did pushups at the time. You can't go wrong with pushups, because they target many UB groups: chest, back, delts and triceps.

As for weights, once you can do 3 sets of 15 without effort, you want to move up to a heavier weight. I would work your UB 2 to 3 x per week for best results.

If the gym isn't your thing, there are many DVD's you can begin with, or there are websites that have videos that show you proper form and explain the technique for each muscle group you're targeting. Let me know if you want the links for those.
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Old 08-21-2008, 07:56 PM   #65
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Twyla:

Does callanetics help with back fat or do I need to work on that with weights also?
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Old 08-22-2008, 03:42 AM   #66
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Yes, it DOES help with back fat.

But if you try adding in some reverse flies or one-arm bent-over rows*, you will get good results. You'll be focusing MORE on building muscle in the upper body (back), which is where Callanetics doesn't offer huge advantages.

(*This is a strong muscle group, so if you do them, make sure you use heavy enuf weight that when you get to rep 15 of the third set, you're fatigued.)
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Old 08-22-2008, 04:02 AM   #67
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Hi Twyla, for a begginner, do you recommend doing this more than 2 times a week for faster results? Right now I"m doing this 2 times a week.
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Old 08-22-2008, 06:59 AM   #68
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Hi Twyla, for a begginner, do you recommend doing this more than 2 times a week for faster results? Right now I"m doing this 2 times a week.

Diana, what do you mean by "this"?

Callanetics? Yes. Do it no less than 3 x a week for best/quickest results.

UB weight training? 2-3 x a week.

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Diana, what do you mean by "this"?

Callanetics? Yes. Do it no less than 3 x a week for best/quickest results.

UB weight training? 2-3 x a week.

Oh Sorry!!! The 10 10.
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Old 08-25-2008, 06:48 AM   #70
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Good luck girls (newbies)! I started with 3-4x a week of Callanetics and 3 days a week of cardio, ate very clean and plenty of water. You will see a transformation in a very short time. Hope you love it and it is as good to you as it was to me!
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Old 08-26-2008, 11:36 AM   #71
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I got my DVD yesterday, but wanted to watch through it before starting. I have one question: On the video one exercise shows her sitting on the floor holding onto a bar. Since most homes are not equipped with a ballet bar, what to use??
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Old 08-26-2008, 01:20 PM   #72
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Hi everyone!
I just found this website! I was googling "Callanetics" and found you guys! I felt like crying when I found this thread!

This is my first post on LCF! I just found you!

I just decided to start Callanetics again. It has always worked for me in the past! I first did it in 1987, to tone! Now I need to lose weight and tone!
I have gained 20 pounds this past year

I am learning so much about Callanetics just from all of you! I have the 10 in 10 and the legs one...I didn't know that their were others! I'm excited to order them, but I think I will first get in to the Callanetics "tape" that I have now!!

I'm so excited I found you!
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Old 08-26-2008, 05:18 PM   #73
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Robin...

Diana, you don't need a bar. You can use furniture in your home, a cabinet, your sofa, whatever.

Kellie, you and Diana need to join us over on the August challenge. There's a new monthly challenge each month, and lots of tips/inspiration shared there to keep us accountable.

Head on over!
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Old 08-26-2008, 07:24 PM   #74
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Hi Everybody!
Just got my DVD today. I also ordered the book, which I got for .42 so I am going to check both of them out and get started! I'm excited! I'm going to watch the DVD now, I am very inspired by the photos and reading this book, it makes sense!
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Old 08-30-2008, 12:45 AM   #75
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I was inspired by this thread, so I ordered my DVD of 10 in 10. I did it last night and oh my God it was so challenging. It looks sooo simple when you watch it, then you start the excercise and you are like 'holly cow' when will the counter be at 100 already.
I am going to try to do this at leat 3 x week, with added cardio.
For those who don't have a barre, I find that my dining room table and chairs make great subs LOL

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Old 08-30-2008, 08:25 AM   #76
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Marie,

Make sure you join us on the montly challenge thread. There is a new one each month.

Good work on your first session.

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Old 09-05-2008, 06:54 PM   #77
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Old 09-05-2008, 08:52 PM   #78
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help plss

Hi everybody first I'd like to comment on how those of you who have posted pictures look amazing!!! (pixiegirl, watchmeshrink, marisol and all the rest) it really is impressive .. I have a question i'm hoping you can help me with. I don't need to lose any weight because i'm naturally thin i just would like to tone . How often should i do callanetics? I have the 10 in 10.

More importantly, when i'm doing the hips/behind section i don't feel my "behind" flexing (i don't know how else to put it). I definitely feel something, but it doesn't feel like it feels when you are doing lunges or some other weight-lifting exercise. Am I doing it wrong?


Pls help! Thanks so much
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Old 09-06-2008, 10:26 AM   #79
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Eates, not having weight to lose, you should see dramatic improvements with consistent workouts of Callanetics.

I would recommend no less than 3 x a week of 10 in 10 (or Evolution). I began with 3 to 4 x a week for the first six weeks. Huge improvements.

As for form, crucial. You want to learn to relax all other muscle groups and let the energy be in the leg/muscle you're focusing on at the time. Lengthening the muscle is highly effective as you do the pulsing (counterpulls).

I'm cutting/pasting a post from Sandra, our certified Callanetics Instructor, addressing this issue, that may be helpful to you. Her instructions below are part of the key concepts on form for maximizing the effects of Callanetics.

You may want to do a search from the August challenge for Sandra's posts, and then you can quickly skim through them to find helpful tips on form as you begin. She's amazingly helpful and knowledgeable.

Best of luck to you.

"To get the most out of the exercise - as with all - it is important to pulse only while keeping the stretch out through the counterpulls.

On the first exercises with bent knee; the counterpull is between the sit bone and knee. Your aim is to always create tautness through the muscles that you are training so that the pulse gets right in to the deeper muscles.
So, as you pulse keep the sit bone lengthening back and the knee lengthening forward. This action alone will prevent you from curling the pelvis.

Remember, absolutely no curl when doing these two hip and behind exercises. Your low back will be in a neutral position - not curled and not arched.

Also, check that as you pulse your keep the stretch out of the pelvic floor through the spine and crown of head. Doing this isolates the muscles in the buttocks and the back of leg even more. So never under estimate the effect of keeping the counterpulls in place. That is why it is reiterated again and again throughout each exercise."
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Thank you so much I really appreciate it!! Again, you look amazing .. are you doing weight lifting as well? I hope i see some results as well ..

I was also wondering if you had tried the bar method and if you have , how does it compare to callanetics?

Thanks!!!
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Old 10-30-2008, 10:32 PM   #81
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I dug up these old photos of my callanetics transformation. I am on hr 3 and I want to get here again and then surpass the results I had. I love how fast this works!
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Old 10-31-2008, 04:20 AM   #82
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THANKS FOR POSTING THESE PICS, MELISSA.

Your pics were my impetus to Callanetics.

Forever grateful.

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I am waiting for my 10/10 dvd to arrive! I will keep checking this thread for inspiration! Thanks so much!!
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OMG!! what is Callanetics? where do I get them?
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Old 11-08-2008, 05:51 PM   #86
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i did callanetics for about 15 hours many years ago.... but i really want to get back into it... can someone tell me how i should start and what videos i need to order....

oh and congrats on the great results... u all are inspirational
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Old 11-09-2008, 02:47 PM   #87
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Wendy and Rabzi

Most people begin with either

Callanetics Evolution

or
Ten Years Younger in Ten Hours,

and both can be purchased from Amazon, and some people have found their DVD's on Ebay.
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I'm in! Ordering thru Ebay!

Might I add Twyla..... you're an inspiration!

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