CALLANETICS CHALLENGE JUNE 2008

[Mary_M]

Originally Posted by dimond

Another 10/10 in...that's 6/10 toward my June goal!

Am pleased to note that other people are finally noticing my changing shape! Have had multiple people at work in the last week or so stop by my desk to compliment me on my weight loss! I am considering trying to find enough money in my budget to buy another video. I still need to lose flab, but I am also curious to see how Callanetics is changing. So which would you chose if you could only get one: CardioCallanetics or Evo?

Thanks for any suggestions!
-Di

Congrats on your weightloss!! If I had to choose I'd get Evo. JMO.

[Sandrahanna]

Originally Posted by Wasabell

Sandra, thanks for the hints on the ab workout. I've just completed my second hour of 10/10, and dont feel any soreness either. I do have a question though. On the hip/butt excercises, (one leg outstretched, hips rolled forward, pelvis tilted) I cant use a barre or even a coffee table. I have to pretty much lay on my side in order to keep my hip rolled forward. Im pretty much at goal, so Im just using this for toning, maintenance, and maybe lose a couple more pounds. Is this OK?

Laying on your side for the hip and behind workout as you described is very effective, in fact this is how we generally do this exercise now in class. I will only occasionally take my students back to the barre to perform the exercise.

To really make it super effective at isolating the base of the behind and also to encourage the hips to stretch and pull in, follow this set up:

1. With left leg bent in front of you lie on your left side with forearm resting and shoulder over elbow. Bend your right leg to the side placing knee in line with your hip.

2. Engage your PF (or think of tightening the base of the behind) and stretch out through the spine and lengthen through the crown of your head.

3. Now, keeping your stretch thru the spine and keeping your torso stable and hips absolutely stationary, focus on lengthening out thru your right leg to knee and lift your knee and foot up off the floor.

4. Move the knee back an inch and then start to pulse your knee back in that tiny 1/16th of an inch movement.

TIPS:

Don't collapse on the left forearm avoiding letting the shoulders rise up to ears.

Keep your neck long and relaxed

Don't allow the hip to move as you pulse the knee back. The motion is only from the knee.

Focus on relaxing every inch of your body - the more relaxed you are the deeper you'll feel it.

Keep focusing on lengthening the leg out from the hip socket for deeper base sculpting.

Remember, to keep the pelvic floor tight (base of the behind tight).

When it becomes easy pulsing the knee back and you want a challenge try:

Creating an outward circular movement with the knee - remember it's tiny just thinking of this movement can be enough to create it. For the right leg it's a clockwise motion and it's anti clockwise on the left leg.

All this applies to the straight leg also. The more you stretch the leg out fromthe hip socket and keep the stretch thru the spine the more tautness you'll feel in the leg and the deeper the pulse will penetrate. The leg should start to vibrate as you relax and intensify more.

If you leg starts to bounce this is a sign that you're overworking the muscles and need a break.

Keeping your focus on stretching out of the pelvic floor (pelvis) enables you to feel a stretch through the hip which encourages a 'pulling in' of the body shape.

Enjoy - this truly is a wonderful way to sculpt and shape the buttocks and create a leaner leg. This position is a big fav of mine.


One other thing to check, is that in the set up for the position don't sit back on your buttocks - there actually be more weight on the leg which is bent in front of you. Your hip needs to be forward. You don't need to roll the hip forward as you do with hands on barre but you can if you wish and certainly ifyou find it difficult in the beginning to lift knee and foot up off floor together. Also, make sure your lower back is relaxed and you don't arch. You can curl slightly to relieve any pinching in your low back if needed.

Happy pulsing



Sandra x

[Sandrahanna]

Originally Posted by MARIAN6532

o you think doing other workouts ie (carmen electra fit to strip...jari love )
for lower body....negates the results i am trying to achieve with callanetics??
i am afraid to give up all my videos and just focus on cardio and callanetics....anyone else do that and have better results

marian

Please know that this is only my thoughts on this and not necessarily for everyone. Others, will and do think differently and you will come to your own conclusion. Also, I'm not and have never been a workout junkie. I'm basically lazy when it comes to exercise and fell in love with Callanetics 21 years ago because it was able to give me the body shape I wanted without have to become obsessive and spend hours working out.

When I practised Callanetics I didn't do anything else other than walk. I lived on acreage and had a steep 2 mile walk that I tried to do most days.

It was in the days of Jane Fonda when most people I knew where into her videos; I was using them before Callanetics also; but it wouldn't have occured to me to keep using her videos or any others - why would I bother? I didn't want to add to my workout schedule I wanted to find a program that could meet my needs by not exacerbating my back and knee problems.

I was eating a pretty healthy diet avoiding the bad stuff 80% of the time and walking regularly - outside in the fresh air and often with a friend, even better
And, I'd do Callanetics 3-5 times a week. Perfect for me and all I needed for 'my' body.

This is my story and, as I said, others will have taken different paths and been very happy. We all have different needs and desire and the most important thing is that you're enjoying your workout sessions, whatever they are, and getting the results.

I would advise though to not take on too much as this is what can cause 'burn out', it takes up too much of your day and it can become stressful as well as confusing.

Sandra x

[Sandrahanna]

Originally Posted by Bronwyn

My CardioCallanetics arrived yesterday afternoon, along with the 10/10 video that I had never seen before. The moves in the Cardio are beautiful and while it may take some practice to get used to them (I'll been watching Mackenzie!) I'm looking forward to a progressive, positive challenge.

I hope you enjoy the workout Bronwyn; it's very graceful isn't it? watch your legs getting leaner especially the upper thighs. As soon as you are confident with the routine start to follow the advanced Karen's movements.
Good luck
Sandra x

[LowCarbRachel]

Hour 5!

[mrs lightyear]

yesterday was Supercalafragalisticexpialadoshus-etics

[Sakinah]

Hi
I have been reading this board for a couple days finally jumping in
I just discovered Callanetics and would like to join the challenge my personal goal for now is 2 times a week 10/10
There are just a few things Im wondering about first
Do the back exercises really eliminate double chin, I saw this claim on the video, what has been others experience with that?
Will I loose my butt lol Im sorry i dont want it all to disappear i dont mind half way from pear to peach still want a little jiggle
Is Callanetics compatible with doing other exercises the rest of the week, I mean will pilates, hula hooping, any thing else undo the effects?

Thanks for reading!

[wazo]

Sandrahanna, i love your help !
But this time I feel more difficulties to understand all : "Laying on your side for the hip and behind workout"....could you post a foto perhaps ?

[missmattie]

I hope this helps: It's pretty much like the 10/10 except instead of your hand and arm up on a barre or piece of furniture you rest (but not collapse) on your arm. For example if the left leg is bent in front of you your right arm from the elbow to the hand would be on the floor to the right of you. Your arm makes an L shape: shoulder to elbow straight down, elbow to tips of fingers at a right angle. This is the way the exercise is demonstrated on the Evolution DVD. I don't know how to do it, but maybe someone that does can post a picture.
Kathy

[siamesegirl]

1 hour of Super C down!

[NenaP]

Another hour of 10/10 Done!!

[iamcrazy]

Holy crap, 2nd one done and im in pain

But i can feel that it's working... YAY!!

[punkypower]

Hi everyone!!

I'll be ordering the original Callanetics later on this evening. I read about it on Video Fitness and you guys have REALLY inspired me!

Question: You guys all seem in such good shape already. I have about 50 pounds to lose. Is there anyone else with a large amount of weight to lose doing this? Should I wait until I lose a bit? I keep hearing how people have firmed and tightened up, but didn't lose a pound, and that scares me.

I was thinking of going in a new direction with workouts. Get things that are all new: Turbo Jam, Cindy Crawfords, and Callanetics, with some Wii Fit and Leslie Sansone thrown in. Does this sound like a winner?

Thanks SO much for any advice! You guys are AMAZING!!

[Koala_Tee]

i did my first hour...yeah

[lowcarblulu]

Originally Posted by punkypower

Hi everyone!!

I'll be ordering the original Callanetics later on this evening. I read about it on Video Fitness and you guys have REALLY inspired me!

Question: You guys all seem in such good shape already. I have about 50 pounds to lose. Is there anyone else with a large amount of weight to lose doing this? Should I wait until I lose a bit? I keep hearing how people have firmed and tightened up, but didn't lose a pound, and that scares me.

I was thinking of going in a new direction with workouts. Get things that are all new: Turbo Jam, Cindy Crawfords, and Callanetics, with some Wii Fit and Leslie Sansone thrown in. Does this sound like a winner?

Thanks SO much for any advice! You guys are AMAZING!!

Hi Punky and welcome! We're not all in good shape... I started about 2 months ago and have quite a bit more to lose than you. I'm also perimenopausal, a slow loser and was way out of shape when I started. I'm getting better - definitely! I'm fitting in a size smaller jeans and I can feel the muscle tone under all the extra layers I'm carrying.

The beautiful thing about Callanatics is that you can do the exercises - sometimes with modifications - at any level and at pretty much any weight. Just work at your own pace, you will build strength and tone. It's helpful to go back and read a few months of challenge threads... Sandra and others have really been helpful. If any exercises are too hard, she'll be more than happy to describe modifications.

The exercises look easy, but are tough - yet they are doable. I think I've found something I can really stick with.

Glad you joined us!

Lulu

[schrovet]

Originally Posted by Sakinah

Hi
I have been reading this board for a couple days finally jumping in
I just discovered Callanetics and would like to join the challenge my personal goal for now is 2 times a week 10/10
There are just a few things Im wondering about first
Do the back exercises really eliminate double chin, I saw this claim on the video, what has been others experience with that?
Will I loose my butt lol Im sorry i dont want it all to disappear i dont mind half way from pear to peach still want a little jiggle
Is Callanetics compatible with doing other exercises the rest of the week, I mean will pilates, hula hooping, any thing else undo the effects?

Thanks for reading!

Hi! The first effect from Callanetics that I noticed was the fat disappearing from under my chin.

I would not worry at all about losing your butt. The butt is worked so hard in Callanetics it will not disappear.

I do alot of hula hooping (on my wii fit). I think it is a great compliment and I get more out of it now with my stronger abs.

I would just recommend staying away traditional lower body exercises with weights when doing Callanetics. I personally will never go back to lunges and squats using weights.

Lisa

[Antonya]

Hello, Everyone!

I just did my first hour of 10/10 yesterday, and man, am I sore today! But I really loved the workout and can't wait to see the changes in my body. I'm going to try the hip/butt modification that Sandra suggested - hanging on to the back of a chair while trying to get the rest of my body to behave felt really awkward.

My goal is to do Callanetics every other day or so, and to walk for cardio.

This board is an awesome resource and I am psyched to be here!

[schrovet]

Originally Posted by punkypower

Hi everyone!!

I'll be ordering the original Callanetics later on this evening. I read about it on Video Fitness and you guys have REALLY inspired me!

Question: You guys all seem in such good shape already. I have about 50 pounds to lose. Is there anyone else with a large amount of weight to lose doing this? Should I wait until I lose a bit? I keep hearing how people have firmed and tightened up, but didn't lose a pound, and that scares me.

I was thinking of going in a new direction with workouts. Get things that are all new: Turbo Jam, Cindy Crawfords, and Callanetics, with some Wii Fit and Leslie Sansone thrown in. Does this sound like a winner?

Thanks SO much for any advice! You guys are AMAZING!!

Punkypower! Hello. Don't be so hard on yourself. I weigh 159 right now. I am 5'3". So I am technically 50lbs overweight but I have no expectation of being able to weigh what I did I did in highschool. I have more muscle now.

My first 2 months of Callan, I did not lose any weight. On May 25th, I decided to restrict and clean up my diet. Since then I have lost 8 lbs and inches.

I like the dvds you mention. I have never done Cindy Crawfords dvd but I believe they use light weights. Wii fit is awesome and I try to do my 3-4 times a week.

Lisa

[slimlizzie]

I did Callenetics years ago, I have the video tape and the book by Callan Pinckney she has a great story...I am seriously considering starting again if I do I would like to join you.

I want to lose about 30lbs. and I am doing the Mid Year - challenge on Team 4 and Callan..might be a help to me.

[planetbenjamin]

I just got back from my holiday. I did manage to do a little bit of Callanetics but mostly I was just lazing around on the beach

I took a few pics of my partner doing Callanetics. Doesn't he look fabulous!

[buckeyechic]

wow Ben! he does look fabulous! Only in my dreams could I have that kind of form when doing the stomach exercises.

I did Evolutions today and I'm basically starting over because it's been a couple weeks since I last did it. It felt REALLY HARD to keep everything engaged today. So a bit frustrating to start off, but I'll keep plugging away. Would it be OK if I alternated 10in10 with Evolutions for a 5 day workout? Also, the stomach exercises in Evolution are really brutal. I may substitute the 10in10 ones at that time...

Sandra, please tell me that your beautiful students in the video struggled a bit when they were first starting out! I need to hear it!

[lisabinil]

Originally Posted by planetbenjamin

I just got back from my holiday. I did manage to do a little bit of Callanetics but mostly I was just lazing around on the beach

I took a few pics of my partner doing Callanetics. Doesn't he look fabulous!

Man he looks buff Benjamin!

[mrs lightyear]

hes hot, Ben!

I have a UK tape from 1982 called the Lotte Berk Exercise class (Lose inches with Lotte)

Its only 30 minutes long and has 29 exercises (including warm up, stretches)
The front thigh (thigh dancing) and ab work (includes flat back) are some of the toughest I have done! image

a perfect rotation would be Super callanetics or callanetics minus the ab and front thigh work one day and this fine tape the next. (with a warm up and arms section from squeeze)

Its introduced by Lotte herself and she narrates throughout.

I did modify quite a bit

I did the stretches callanetic style and no way did I do that continuous never ending series at the end image and those neck rolls next time I will use the squeeze warm up, plus arms section and go straight onto the thigh dancing and abs from this tape.

You can tell that shes a genius and a lot of fun, but I wouldn't want to mess with her image . Brown hair, black eyeliner, red lipstick.


Finished my 6 reports. Off to relax and callanetic later. have a great day!

[wazo]

Thank Missmattie/Kathy, i think i understand now. I'll try it !

A picture would be wellcome either....