November Callanetics Challenge! - Page 7

tempted_by_food · 11-26-2009, 02:11 PM

Hope you are all having a blessed thanksgiving!!!

AprilW · 11-26-2009, 08:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NorthernLight

I have to ask.

Leg lifts to the back are the hardest for me. It feels like my buttocks are in the way. Well, this is the best way I'm able to describe it... Anyway, I cannot lift the leg very high.

Will it come with time, or should I concentrate on something? I have no problems lifting to the side. I use a mirror to make sure my hips are level.

The leg lifts to the back are the hardest for me too. I can't lift very high either and my standing leg starts to hurt. I am interested in the answer you get as well.

AprilW · 11-26-2009, 08:23 PM

Hour 12 done plus I also did 20 minutes of upper body work.

sunrise lady · 11-26-2009, 11:21 PM

I've been quiet cos I've done next to zilch all month.... busy busy busy.... must get back to it SOON!

catapulta · 11-27-2009, 06:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AprilW

The leg lifts to the back are the hardest for me too. I can't lift very high either and my standing leg starts to hurt. I am interested in the answer you get as well.

I think that lifting the leg very high is not the point, the important thing is to feel that the buttocks are engaged, because it's exactly where you want to feel the muscle working, as long as you feel the muscle contracting (or getting in the way

) probably you are doing fine

Hoppinn · 11-27-2009, 08:28 AM

Yesterday was Callanetics, 10 Years Younger in 10 Hours!
I completed 1 hour!
Total: 7 hours!

tempted_by_food · 11-27-2009, 08:55 AM

another hour of evo makes 9 of 10 for Nov!!

Sandrahanna · 11-27-2009, 04:30 PM

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Originally Posted by newmomtx

Thanks Sandra! I think this will definitely help me!

By the way, you look absolutely fabulous in the toning part of the DVD. I love your physique! I hope mine would be like that one day! Do you do just the callanetics or do you supplement it with something else?

Ahhh, thank you :blush: Other than sampling other exercises or DVDs my workout is Callanetics. I've never found anything else that I enjoy more

Sandrahanna · 11-27-2009, 04:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NorthernLight

I have to ask.

Leg lifts to the back are the hardest for me. It feels like my buttocks are in the way. Well, this is the best way I'm able to describe it... Anyway, I cannot lift the leg very high.

Will it come with time, or should I concentrate on something? I have no problems lifting to the side. I use a mirror to make sure my hips are level.

It's correct that you won't be able to lift the leg very high when it's to the back. It'll feel like your toes are kissing the carpet. This is due to the pelvic floor being engaged and the alignment of hips under shoulders. So well done

If you ever feel tension or pain in your low back while in this position check that you are stretched up enough or curl your pubic bone in to your navel.

While you are pulsing focus on continued lengthening up through crown of head and down through heel. Allow your leg to completely relax, heel hanging heavy. A maybe try pulsing with your pelvic floor as a variant and to trick muscles. I like to pulse the sit bone of the working leg inwards, so basically pulsing one side of the pelvic floor. Does this make sense to you

Sandrahanna · 11-27-2009, 04:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AprilW

The leg lifts to the back are the hardest for me too. I can't lift very high either and my standing leg starts to hurt. I am interested in the answer you get as well.

Stay lifted and perched up off the standing leg at all times. Check that you don't collapse down and put extra pressure on the leg. You will be strengthening the standing side also but do take breathers.

I like to focus on 'floating upwards' and lengthening down through the heel.

mightyminx · 11-28-2009, 10:22 AM

Sandra or Ben or anybody else: Has there ever been a thread just for questions about Callanetics form and techniques? I've been reading through all the monthly threads when I have questions and have found a ton of great advice, but was wondering if they've ever been consolidated anywhere where I haven't looked yet?

mightyminx · 11-28-2009, 01:26 PM

And I'll add another 10/10 for my #3.

Hoppinn · 11-28-2009, 01:50 PM

Callanetics, 10 Years Younger in 10 Hours!
I completed 1 hour!
Total: 8 hours!

planetbenjamin · 11-28-2009, 03:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mightyminx

Sandra or Ben or anybody else: Has there ever been a thread just for questions about Callanetics form and techniques? I've been reading through all the monthly threads when I have questions and have found a ton of great advice, but was wondering if they've ever been consolidated anywhere where I haven't looked yet?

I think Noreen might have started one. I know she did one for the Pelvic Floor. One day I hope there will be a Callanetics website with a dedicated Forum just for Callanetics. That's the only way we could really have something nice and organised.

mightyminx · 11-28-2009, 05:09 PM

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Originally Posted by planetbenjamin

I think Noreen might have started one. I know she did one for the Pelvic Floor. One day I hope there will be a Callanetics website with a dedicated Forum just for Callanetics. That's the only way we could really have something nice and organised.

Bulletin boards aren't super hard to set up or maintain, are they?

AprilW · 11-28-2009, 10:07 PM

Hour 13 done!!

AprilW · 11-28-2009, 10:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sandrahanna

Stay lifted and perched up off the standing leg at all times. Check that you don't collapse down and put extra pressure on the leg. You will be strengthening the standing side also but do take breathers.

I like to focus on 'floating upwards' and lengthening down through the heel.

Thanks Sandra. I will try that. I might have to take a few more breathers on the leg behind. I have noticed when I stretch out more with the front and side poses that I feel it more which is good.

AprilW · 11-29-2009, 08:58 PM

Hour 14 done.

Mulberry32 · 11-30-2009, 06:35 AM

November 25-Evolution for #15
November 28-10/10 for #16
November 29-Evolution for #17.

Cybersparkle · 11-30-2009, 08:10 AM

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Originally Posted by AprilW

I'll have to look for this one. I have noticed changes in my upper arms since I started Callanetics but they aren't as defined as my legs. I am off to Amazon to look for this dvd.

I just got tracy anderson mat and love, love the arm section! Finally found what I was looking for a slimming arm toner!

I need a little extra toning for my triceps and biceps- but get that by using smaller (no more than 5pds) weights in other workouts during the week. I tack her arm section onto other workouts too. if I feel the workout is not strong enuff for arms or will bulk me.

I've only done it 3xs but I burn, burn w/o bulk. Yayy!

Cybersparkle · 11-30-2009, 08:12 AM

Logging in 10 hours of 10/10, for the month of November. So far, lost almost 1/2 inch to 1 inch all over my body.

Happy Healthy Holidays everyone!

AprilW · 11-30-2009, 01:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cybersparkle

I just got tracy anderson mat and love, love the arm section! Finally found what I was looking for a slimming arm toner!

I need a little extra toning for my triceps and biceps- but get that by using smaller (no more than 5pds) weights in other workouts during the week. I tack her arm section onto other workouts too. if I feel the workout is not strong enuff for arms or will bulk me.

I've only done it 3xs but I burn, burn w/o bulk. Yayy!

Where did you buy it at? I looked at Amazon and it was really expensive.

I haven't looked on Ebay yet. I might have to Google it to find the best price. Okay I just googled it and it seems that 29.99 is the price. Someone has it Amazon for $116! Maybe I can get it for a Christmas present along with Cardio Callanetics.

tempted_by_food · 11-30-2009, 02:09 PM

logging in another hour of evo that makes 10 of 10

rota reached for nov.

Hoppinn · 11-30-2009, 02:12 PM

Callanetics, 10 Years Younger in 10 Hours!
I completed 1 hour today!
Total: 9 hours!

WENDYLOU2 · 11-30-2009, 03:08 PM

Sandra,
I love the cardio callanetics but I really enjoy more just the toning part..is that good enough to do everyday, is it almost just as good as 10/10? Im just wondering since its not an hour..people count the hours they do but its not really an hour..I know 10/10 you see results in 10 what about this one? I tried to do 10/10 or super but they actually hurt my chest and back for the condition I have..and the toning in Cardio Callanetics does not at all...And thanks for being so helpful..

newmomtx · 11-30-2009, 04:10 PM

10/10 DVD for my 11th hour of this month - my 1st for this week. Whew! November ended so fast! I think I did moderately this month! Hope to do it atleast 5 times a week in December!

AprilW · 11-30-2009, 07:27 PM

Hour 15 done!!! WOO HOO!!

Cybersparkle · 11-30-2009, 07:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AprilW

Where did you buy it at? I looked at Amazon and it was really expensive.

I haven't looked on Ebay yet. I might have to Google it to find the best price. Okay I just googled it and it seems that 29.99 is the price. Someone has it Amazon for $116! Maybe I can get it for a Christmas present along with Cardio Callanetics.

A friend lent it to me- but now I want the post-pregnancy workout and will have to fork over the 30 bucks for that one

I heard it has awesome ab work.

Weebonilass · 11-30-2009, 09:40 PM

#2 of 10/10... I had a hard time last week with motivation... need to find more time for here.

But even so, I lost 2.3lbs last week and with the exception of my upper arms, calves and waist, I lost .5 - 1" off of my Breasts, Chest, Stomach, Hips and Thighs... not sure what I did last week, but it was a good thing

Will there be a Dec challenge? I think for at least the first of the month I am pretty dang motivated. I'm bringing out the picture from last year's Christmas party!

11-30-2009, 08:12 AM	#201
Cybersparkle Junior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Northern California Posts: 41 Gallery: Cybersparkle Stats: 168/140/125 WOE: Moderate carbs, no program yet	Logging in 10 hours of 10/10, for the month of November. So far, lost almost 1/2 inch to 1 inch all over my body. Happy Healthy Holidays everyone! Last edited by Cybersparkle; 11-30-2009 at 08:13 AM.. Reason: forgot to add "November"

11-30-2009, 03:08 PM	#205
WENDYLOU2 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Baldwin Park, CA Posts: 200 Gallery: WENDYLOU2 Stats: 160/153/130-125 WOE: moderate carbs Start Date: 10-6-08	Sandra, I love the cardio callanetics but I really enjoy more just the toning part..is that good enough to do everyday, is it almost just as good as 10/10? Im just wondering since its not an hour..people count the hours they do but its not really an hour..I know 10/10 you see results in 10 what about this one? I tried to do 10/10 or super but they actually hurt my chest and back for the condition I have..and the toning in Cardio Callanetics does not at all...And thanks for being so helpful.. __________________ [COLOR="Black"]..~Wendy~..[/COLOR] [COLOR="Pink"] Never eat more than you can lift." - Miss Piggy[/COLOR] 5/8 of 10/10 3/4 of Super C

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11-26-2009, 02:11 PM	#181
tempted_by_food Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Northern Ireland Posts: 7,756 Gallery: tempted_by_food Stats: 233/164/140 WOE: HHCG Rogue Style.... Start Date: restart: 7/13/2009	Hope you are all having a blessed thanksgiving!!!

11-26-2009, 08:23 PM	#183
AprilW Senior LCF Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: IL Posts: 738 Gallery: AprilW Stats: 175/117/120 GOAL!!!! 5'4 36 yrs. old WOE: Atkin's Start Date: Oct. 2007	Hour 12 done plus I also did 20 minutes of upper body work.

11-26-2009, 11:21 PM	#184
sunrise lady Senior LCF Member Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 229 Gallery: sunrise lady	I've been quiet cos I've done next to zilch all month.... busy busy busy.... must get back to it SOON!

11-27-2009, 08:28 AM	#186
Hoppinn Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: California Posts: 1,846 Gallery: Hoppinn Stats: 236/139/140 WOE: CALP & Exercise Start Date: March 3, 2008	Yesterday was Callanetics, 10 Years Younger in 10 Hours! I completed 1 hour! Total: 7 hours!

11-27-2009, 08:55 AM	#187
tempted_by_food Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Northern Ireland Posts: 7,756 Gallery: tempted_by_food Stats: 233/164/140 WOE: HHCG Rogue Style.... Start Date: restart: 7/13/2009	another hour of evo makes 9 of 10 for Nov!!

11-28-2009, 10:22 AM	#191
mightyminx Junior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Kansas City, MO Posts: 14 Gallery: mightyminx Stats: Weight: 248/238/135 WOE: Atkins/Gabriel Start Date: 11/7/2009	Sandra or Ben or anybody else: Has there ever been a thread just for questions about Callanetics form and techniques? I've been reading through all the monthly threads when I have questions and have found a ton of great advice, but was wondering if they've ever been consolidated anywhere where I haven't looked yet?

11-28-2009, 01:26 PM	#192
mightyminx Junior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Kansas City, MO Posts: 14 Gallery: mightyminx Stats: Weight: 248/238/135 WOE: Atkins/Gabriel Start Date: 11/7/2009	And I'll add another 10/10 for my #3.

11-28-2009, 01:50 PM	#193
Hoppinn Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: California Posts: 1,846 Gallery: Hoppinn Stats: 236/139/140 WOE: CALP & Exercise Start Date: March 3, 2008	Callanetics, 10 Years Younger in 10 Hours! I completed 1 hour! Total: 8 hours!

11-28-2009, 10:07 PM	#196
AprilW Senior LCF Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: IL Posts: 738 Gallery: AprilW Stats: 175/117/120 GOAL!!!! 5'4 36 yrs. old WOE: Atkin's Start Date: Oct. 2007	Hour 13 done!!

11-29-2009, 08:58 PM	#198
AprilW Senior LCF Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: IL Posts: 738 Gallery: AprilW Stats: 175/117/120 GOAL!!!! 5'4 36 yrs. old WOE: Atkin's Start Date: Oct. 2007	Hour 14 done.

11-30-2009, 06:35 AM	#199
Mulberry32 Senior LCF Member Join Date: May 2009 Posts: 237 Gallery: Mulberry32	November 25-Evolution for #15 November 28-10/10 for #16 November 29-Evolution for #17.

11-30-2009, 02:09 PM	#203
tempted_by_food Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Northern Ireland Posts: 7,756 Gallery: tempted_by_food Stats: 233/164/140 WOE: HHCG Rogue Style.... Start Date: restart: 7/13/2009	logging in another hour of evo that makes 10 of 10 rota reached for nov.

11-30-2009, 02:12 PM	#204
Hoppinn Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: California Posts: 1,846 Gallery: Hoppinn Stats: 236/139/140 WOE: CALP & Exercise Start Date: March 3, 2008	Callanetics, 10 Years Younger in 10 Hours! I completed 1 hour today! Total: 9 hours!

11-30-2009, 04:10 PM	#206
newmomtx Senior LCF Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 129 Gallery: newmomtx Stats: 140/128/110 5'2"	10/10 DVD for my 11th hour of this month - my 1st for this week. Whew! November ended so fast! I think I did moderately this month! Hope to do it atleast 5 times a week in December!

11-30-2009, 07:27 PM	#207
AprilW Senior LCF Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: IL Posts: 738 Gallery: AprilW Stats: 175/117/120 GOAL!!!! 5'4 36 yrs. old WOE: Atkin's Start Date: Oct. 2007	Hour 15 done!!! WOO HOO!!

11-30-2009, 09:40 PM	#209
Weebonilass Senior LCF Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: So IL / St Louis, MO Posts: 118 Gallery: Weebonilass Stats: 176.2 / 172.3 / 125 Start Date: November 2009	#2 of 10/10... I had a hard time last week with motivation... need to find more time for here. But even so, I lost 2.3lbs last week and with the exception of my upper arms, calves and waist, I lost .5 - 1" off of my Breasts, Chest, Stomach, Hips and Thighs... not sure what I did last week, but it was a good thing Will there be a Dec challenge? I think for at least the first of the month I am pretty dang motivated. I'm bringing out the picture from last year's Christmas party!