Callanetics Question

chantyl03 · 11-07-2008, 07:28 AM

Hi,

I asked this is the Callanetics Challenge but i got ignored. So can someone please tell me if its ok for me to do callanetics everyday or Mon-Fri?!? I'm trying to drop a dress size by thanksgiving AND i really enjoy the workout.

TIA

Chantyl

chantyl03 · 11-07-2008, 08:00 AM

OK i'll take the silence as: yes Chantyl, you can def do that!

WATCH-ME-SHRINK · 11-07-2008, 08:25 AM

CHANTYL:

YES
YOU
CAN.

Best of luck in your magical slimdown!

chantyl03 · 11-07-2008, 08:26 AM

thank you, i was just about to pm you. you're kinda my inspiration!

WATCH-ME-SHRINK · 11-07-2008, 08:32 AM

Nothing could bring me more pride than knowing I've inspired someone to try Callanetics.

It's amazing!

PM me any time ya want.

dontaskme · 11-13-2008, 12:00 PM

My sister introduced me to Callenetics years ago, and I never could seem to get into them. I really want to because they look so productive, but the tape bores me, I can't do any of the abdominals because I can't lift my head off of the mat due to back/neck problems (and abdominals are the ones I need the most!), and I don't have the self-discipline to read them out of the book and try them myself.
Help! What can I do to change my viewpoint on this? What can I do about my abdominals that doesn't require any tension in the neck or back?

wannabeslim4life · 11-13-2008, 12:11 PM

I did it everyday when I had my results back in 2005 at 1am to be exact

you can do it!

CherryBlast · 11-13-2008, 12:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dontaskme

My sister introduced me to Callenetics years ago, and I never could seem to get into them. I really want to because they look so productive, but the tape bores me, I can't do any of the abdominals because I can't lift my head off of the mat due to back/neck problems (and abdominals are the ones I need the most!), and I don't have the self-discipline to read them out of the book and try them myself.
Help! What can I do to change my viewpoint on this? What can I do about my abdominals that doesn't require any tension in the neck or back?

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dontaskme · 11-13-2008, 12:24 PM

But was anybody just disinterested or bored by it even though it's so great? What did you do to motivate yourself? Also, aren't there any modified things for the abdominals?

CherryBlast · 11-13-2008, 12:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dontaskme

But was anybody just disinterested or bored by it even though it's so great? What did you do to motivate yourself? Also, aren't there any modified things for the abdominals?

Any invest in YOURSELF AND IMPROVING HOW YOU LOOK AND FEEL IS MOTIVATION ENOUGH!

snoops · 11-13-2008, 12:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wannabeslim4life

I did it everyday when I had my results back in 2005 at 1am to be exact

you can do it!

did you lose a clothing size every 10 days? did you do cardio as well? if so how much, and what type?

thanks!

wannabeslim4life · 11-13-2008, 01:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by snoops

did you lose a clothing size every 10 days? did you do cardio as well? if so how much, and what type?

thanks!

I will have to dig up old posts for exact measurements but I went from a 15 to a 9 in two months of clean atkins eating and Callanetics as my only exercise. Just look at Twyla and all of the other callanetics experts and the results are significant. It works and works fast if you work it

ellenalesa · 11-13-2008, 03:52 PM

I don't think it was a clothing size every 10 days but I started in August and people couldn't believe the difference through August and September.

As a matter of fact, I did lose a lot of inches. Unfortunately I didn't measure myself. I'm going to get measured tomorrow and try to get back on track with Callanetics. It really has changed my lower body.

snoops · 11-13-2008, 05:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ellenalesa

I don't think it was a clothing size every 10 days but I started in August and people couldn't believe the difference through August and September.

As a matter of fact, I did lose a lot of inches. Unfortunately I didn't measure myself. I'm going to get measured tomorrow and try to get back on track with Callanetics. It really has changed my lower body.

thanks, I am working on callanetics and tracy anderson method, i will post my inch loss when i see a difference!

wannabeslim4life · 11-13-2008, 06:02 PM

pre-callan hour #5
chest~39 chest~no change
waist~41 1/4 waist~40
hips~42 1/2 hips~41 1/2
thighs~24 1/2 thighs~24

16th hour results
chest~35 1/2
waist~37
hips~39
thigh~22 7/8
my results from 16 hr of callanetics back in 2005

chantyl03 · 11-13-2008, 06:13 PM

wow those stats are awesome... i've done 6 hours so far and i know i'm seeing results even though i didn't measure....

wannabeslim4life · 11-13-2008, 06:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chantyl03

wow those stats are awesome... i've done 6 hours so far and i know i'm seeing results even though i didn't measure....

I know the quality of my before/after pics are crummy but Callanetics gave me a super flat tummy after my 2nd child I thought I was going to need a tummy tuck but with callanetics my stomach was so slim and tight. I just need to get off of my duff and start doing it again.

chantyl03 · 11-13-2008, 06:24 PM

well i'm glad to hear i dont HAVE to do both cardio and call for a while, cuz i can really only squeeze in one or the other right now...

chantyl03 · 11-16-2008, 04:10 PM

so question: what happens if i do two hours of callanetics in one day.. like the morning and before bed.... thanksgiving is right around the corner...

ellenalesa · 11-16-2008, 06:12 PM

I did it a few times. I was SOOOORRRREEEE! It still averaged out to about 3 or 4 times a week. IMHO, your body needs some rest time. Sometimes you don't feel the exercises right away, other times, you REALLY feel them.

snoops · 11-16-2008, 06:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chantyl03

so question: what happens if i do two hours of callanetics in one day.. like the morning and before bed.... thanksgiving is right around the corner...

I think it would be more effective to use that extra 45-60 mins for cardio, or switch use another dvd that hits different muscles.

Tiffany2288 · 11-17-2008, 06:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chantyl03

thank you, i was just about to pm you. you're kinda my inspiration!

She's my inspiration too! I showed DH her befoe, during and after callanetics pics and told him I want them for christmas....we were both so blown away!

Thanks for sharing them!

Tiffany2288 · 11-17-2008, 06:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chantyl03

so question: what happens if i do two hours of callanetics in one day.. like the morning and before bed.... thanksgiving is right around the corner...

What happens is you will look FIERCE girl!
I can't wait to see thanksgiving pics after all your hard work....Go Chantyl!

WATCH-ME-SHRINK · 11-17-2008, 06:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ellenalesa

I did it a few times. I was SOOOORRRREEEE! It still averaged out to about 3 or 4 times a week. IMHO, your body needs some rest time. Sometimes you don't feel the exercises right away, other times, you REALLY feel them.

RE: TWICE A DAY.

I agree with ellen....use that extra time for cardio. The combo of the two will get ya there much faster.

WATCH-ME-SHRINK · 11-17-2008, 06:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tiffany2288

What happens is you will look FIERCE girl!
I can't wait to see thanksgiving pics after all your hard work....Go Chantyl!

This is an option, and it could work, but I'm thinking adding cardio will allow the muscle recovery while STILL burning fat, KWIM?

KlingonBabe · 11-17-2008, 07:03 AM

Okay, I'm going to ask my own Callanetics question.

I would be a complete Callanetics beginner, but I am no stranger to strength training or exercise in general.

Which DVD(s) should I get? When I see them listed on Amazon, it seems very confusing. How long are the workouts?

I would want to use them to supplement my cardio training (couch to 5K at this point, hopefully work towards 10K later on).

So, should I get 3 different full-body workout DVDs, and do each one once per week, on alternating days, as the running requires alternating days, too?

WATCH-ME-SHRINK · 11-17-2008, 07:06 AM

KBabe,

I'd begin with either Callanetics Evolution or Ten Years Younger in Ten Hours. These are pretty much tbe basic Callanetics workout program, all inclusive.

Once mastered, you would move on to Super Callanetics.

These DVD's take approximatley 50-60 mins. If you're short on time, you can break it up. But it's a good idea to do the FULL program at least when you're beginning to get a good command on the form, etc. Form is EVERYTHING with Callanetics.

Don't rush it. Work it.

Best of luck to ya!

Tiffany2288 · 11-17-2008, 07:45 AM

I just bought the 10 years younger dvd and an abs one after reading the callanetics before and after pics thread.....I was so inspired and can't wait for them to arrive so I can get stated.

KlingonBabe · 11-17-2008, 07:48 AM

Another question: how much room does it take to do the videos?

WATCH-ME-SHRINK · 11-17-2008, 08:31 AM

KBabe,

Doesn't take much space at all.

I do my workout in my family room. For the barre work segment, I use the island that separates my fam room from the kitchen (perfect height for me). Otherwise, no special equipment or large spaces needed.

11-07-2008, 07:28 AM	#1
chantyl03 Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: TX Posts: 8,688 Blog Entries: 27 Gallery: chantyl03 Stats: (originally 250#) 225/180 size 20/10 WOE: LC--atkins Start Date: September 2008	Callanetics Question Hi, I asked this is the Callanetics Challenge but i got ignored. So can someone please tell me if its ok for me to do callanetics everyday or Mon-Fri?!? I'm trying to drop a dress size by thanksgiving AND i really enjoy the workout. TIA Chantyl

11-13-2008, 03:52 PM	#13
ellenalesa Senior LCF Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: NJ Posts: 204 Gallery: ellenalesa Stats: 209.5/180.5/175 WOE: Atkins Start Date: July 1, 2008	For Snoop I don't think it was a clothing size every 10 days but I started in August and people couldn't believe the difference through August and September. As a matter of fact, I did lose a lot of inches. Unfortunately I didn't measure myself. I'm going to get measured tomorrow and try to get back on track with Callanetics. It really has changed my lower body.

11-16-2008, 06:12 PM	#20
ellenalesa Senior LCF Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: NJ Posts: 204 Gallery: ellenalesa Stats: 209.5/180.5/175 WOE: Atkins Start Date: July 1, 2008	Twice a day I did it a few times. I was SOOOORRRREEEE! It still averaged out to about 3 or 4 times a week. IMHO, your body needs some rest time. Sometimes you don't feel the exercises right away, other times, you REALLY feel them.

11-17-2008, 07:45 AM	#28
Tiffany2288 MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: NYC/NJ Posts: 1,910 Gallery: Tiffany2288 Stats: 149/127/120 5'4 WOE: Atkins 72 BMI was 28.8% now is 22% Start Date: Aug 15th 2008	I just bought the 10 years younger dvd and an abs one after reading the callanetics before and after pics thread.....I was so inspired and can't wait for them to arrive so I can get stated. Last edited by Tiffany2288; 11-17-2008 at 07:47 AM..

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11-07-2008, 08:00 AM	#2
chantyl03 Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: TX Posts: 8,688 Blog Entries: 27 Gallery: chantyl03 Stats: (originally 250#) 225/180 size 20/10 WOE: LC--atkins Start Date: September 2008	OK i'll take the silence as: yes Chantyl, you can def do that!

11-07-2008, 08:25 AM	#3
WATCH-ME-SHRINK Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Feb 2003 Posts: 8,288 Gallery: WATCH-ME-SHRINK Stats: 168 (12+) /Size 4/ Fit & LEAN 135-140 (5'7) WOE: Atkins/BFFM/TKD/Carb Rotations	CHANTYL: YES YOU CAN. Best of luck in your magical slimdown!

11-07-2008, 08:26 AM	#4
chantyl03 Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: TX Posts: 8,688 Blog Entries: 27 Gallery: chantyl03 Stats: (originally 250#) 225/180 size 20/10 WOE: LC--atkins Start Date: September 2008	thank you, i was just about to pm you. you're kinda my inspiration!

11-07-2008, 08:32 AM	#5
WATCH-ME-SHRINK Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Feb 2003 Posts: 8,288 Gallery: WATCH-ME-SHRINK Stats: 168 (12+) /Size 4/ Fit & LEAN 135-140 (5'7) WOE: Atkins/BFFM/TKD/Carb Rotations	Nothing could bring me more pride than knowing I've inspired someone to try Callanetics. It's amazing! PM me any time ya want.

11-13-2008, 12:00 PM	#6
dontaskme Junior LCF Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Michigan Posts: 5 Gallery: dontaskme Stats: 214/174/130	My sister introduced me to Callenetics years ago, and I never could seem to get into them. I really want to because they look so productive, but the tape bores me, I can't do any of the abdominals because I can't lift my head off of the mat due to back/neck problems (and abdominals are the ones I need the most!), and I don't have the self-discipline to read them out of the book and try them myself. Help! What can I do to change my viewpoint on this? What can I do about my abdominals that doesn't require any tension in the neck or back?

11-13-2008, 12:11 PM	#7
wannabeslim4life Guest Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 6,093 Gallery: wannabeslim4life Stats: 177/163/120	I did it everyday when I had my results back in 2005 at 1am to be exact you can do it!

11-13-2008, 12:24 PM	#9
dontaskme Junior LCF Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Michigan Posts: 5 Gallery: dontaskme Stats: 214/174/130	But was anybody just disinterested or bored by it even though it's so great? What did you do to motivate yourself? Also, aren't there any modified things for the abdominals?

11-13-2008, 06:02 PM	#15
wannabeslim4life Guest Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 6,093 Gallery: wannabeslim4life Stats: 177/163/120	pre-callan hour #5 chest~39 chest~no change waist~41 1/4 waist~40 hips~42 1/2 hips~41 1/2 thighs~24 1/2 thighs~24 16th hour results chest~35 1/2 waist~37 hips~39 thigh~22 7/8 my results from 16 hr of callanetics back in 2005

11-13-2008, 06:13 PM	#16
chantyl03 Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: TX Posts: 8,688 Blog Entries: 27 Gallery: chantyl03 Stats: (originally 250#) 225/180 size 20/10 WOE: LC--atkins Start Date: September 2008	wow those stats are awesome... i've done 6 hours so far and i know i'm seeing results even though i didn't measure....

11-13-2008, 06:24 PM	#18
chantyl03 Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: TX Posts: 8,688 Blog Entries: 27 Gallery: chantyl03 Stats: (originally 250#) 225/180 size 20/10 WOE: LC--atkins Start Date: September 2008	well i'm glad to hear i dont HAVE to do both cardio and call for a while, cuz i can really only squeeze in one or the other right now...

11-16-2008, 04:10 PM	#19
chantyl03 Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: TX Posts: 8,688 Blog Entries: 27 Gallery: chantyl03 Stats: (originally 250#) 225/180 size 20/10 WOE: LC--atkins Start Date: September 2008	so question: what happens if i do two hours of callanetics in one day.. like the morning and before bed.... thanksgiving is right around the corner...

11-17-2008, 07:03 AM	#26
KlingonBabe MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wandering around the Delta Quadrant Posts: 2,331 Gallery: KlingonBabe Stats: Miserable/Sane/FABULOUS	Okay, I'm going to ask my own Callanetics question. I would be a complete Callanetics beginner, but I am no stranger to strength training or exercise in general. Which DVD(s) should I get? When I see them listed on Amazon, it seems very confusing. How long are the workouts? I would want to use them to supplement my cardio training (couch to 5K at this point, hopefully work towards 10K later on). So, should I get 3 different full-body workout DVDs, and do each one once per week, on alternating days, as the running requires alternating days, too?

11-17-2008, 07:06 AM	#27
WATCH-ME-SHRINK Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Feb 2003 Posts: 8,288 Gallery: WATCH-ME-SHRINK Stats: 168 (12+) /Size 4/ Fit & LEAN 135-140 (5'7) WOE: Atkins/BFFM/TKD/Carb Rotations	KBabe, I'd begin with either Callanetics Evolution or Ten Years Younger in Ten Hours. These are pretty much tbe basic Callanetics workout program, all inclusive. Once mastered, you would move on to Super Callanetics. These DVD's take approximatley 50-60 mins. If you're short on time, you can break it up. But it's a good idea to do the FULL program at least when you're beginning to get a good command on the form, etc. Form is EVERYTHING with Callanetics. Don't rush it. Work it. Best of luck to ya!

11-17-2008, 07:48 AM	#29
KlingonBabe MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wandering around the Delta Quadrant Posts: 2,331 Gallery: KlingonBabe Stats: Miserable/Sane/FABULOUS	Another question: how much room does it take to do the videos?

11-17-2008, 08:31 AM	#30
WATCH-ME-SHRINK Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Feb 2003 Posts: 8,288 Gallery: WATCH-ME-SHRINK Stats: 168 (12+) /Size 4/ Fit & LEAN 135-140 (5'7) WOE: Atkins/BFFM/TKD/Carb Rotations	KBabe, Doesn't take much space at all. I do my workout in my family room. For the barre work segment, I use the island that separates my fam room from the kitchen (perfect height for me). Otherwise, no special equipment or large spaces needed.