ChaLean Extreme Challenge - Page 28

jabbok · 05-04-2009, 07:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pleiades

I finished ChaLean Extreme this week. Here are my stats:

---------------Feb 2----------------------------May 3
Weight -------143.5 lb--------------------------132.5 lb
Bust----------39 in----------------------------37.75 in
Band----------35.5 in--------------------------34.5 in
Waist---------35.5 in--------------------------34.5 in
Belly----------40 in----------------------------37.25 in
Hips-----------39.5 in--------------------------37 in

I also lost an inch in each thigh, and I can see the muscles in my arms now.

Good for you, you did really well. Are you going to do another round of it?

jabbok · 05-04-2009, 07:41 AM

I started the lean phase yesterday, I felt very uncoordinated and I failed at 8 to 10 reps , the weight didn't seem to be very heavy but I guess I will have to adjust things again. Did anyone else feel the same way when they started the lean phase?

Pleiades · 05-04-2009, 09:52 AM

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Originally Posted by jabbok

Good for you, you did really well. Are you going to do another round of it?

Not right now. I am doing 30 day shred (along with her other new stuff) and Turbulence training for the summer. I am chalene-d out.

Pleiades · 05-04-2009, 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by jabbok

I started the lean phase yesterday, I felt very uncoordinated and I failed at 8 to 10 reps , the weight didn't seem to be very heavy but I guess I will have to adjust things again. Did anyone else feel the same way when they started the lean phase?

I wasn't crazy about lean phase because some of the work (especially deltoids) was awkward for me. I only have free weights and could only create weights in increments of 5 lbs, and sometimes one weight was too light but the next increment up was too heavy.

I didn't want to buy more equipment because I probably wouldn't use it after I finished.

jabbok · 05-04-2009, 10:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pleiades

I wasn't crazy about lean phase because some of the work (especially deltoids) was awkward for me. I only have free weights and could only create weights in increments of 5 lbs, and sometimes one weight was too light but the next increment up was too heavy.

I didn't want to buy more equipment because I probably wouldn't use it after I finished.

I also have the free weights which go up by 5 when I reach the 15 pound weights so I run into this as well but I was thinking of trying some wrist weights to up the weight only by another 3 pounds.

BrookJay · 05-04-2009, 12:28 PM

kbragg- There most certainly is a difference. You are toning up and leaning down beautifully! GREAT JOB!!!

Week 2 - Burn 1 - Done. *self satisfied smile

Cat430 · 05-04-2009, 01:22 PM

[COLOR="Navy"]Completed Burn Intervals and Abs last night. So tough but I

that crazy Chalene. I am posting quick but I will post later tonight when I get a moment, there is so much to say and so little time...

CONGRATS TO EVERYONE![/COLOR]

Cat430 · 05-05-2009, 06:26 AM

[COLOR="Navy"]Did Push 3 last night...doing Burn it Off and Fat Blaster tonight, no Recharge. I am too much of a type A personality to do Recharge, it just takes too long.

KBragg ~ You look awesome, you can really tell where you have toned up and slimmed down. WTG

jabbok ~ That is what I was thinking about doing too, in case I need something in between...I was hoping to get maybe 2 1/2 pounds and just leave them on the whole time. I have two more weeks of Push before I get to Lean so I will have to work it out late next week.

Pleiades ~ Great job...looks like you did really well. I am trying to see the pics but I am having troubles.

Brookjay ~ They are both doable, but I do like Burn it Off better than Burn Intervals, cause it leaves me spent!!!

AngieZ ~ what is DOMS?[/COLOR]

3tikes · 05-05-2009, 07:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Cat430

[COLOR="Navy"]
AngieZ ~ what is DOMS?[/COLOR]

Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness - you workout one day, but one or two days later you are sore.

jabbok · 05-05-2009, 08:07 AM

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Originally Posted by 3tikes

Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness - you workout one day, but one or two days later you are sore.

I am sore everyday so I must have a permanent doms

Pleiades · 05-05-2009, 08:43 AM

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Originally Posted by jabbok

I am sore everyday so I must have a permanent doms

I did New Rules of Lifting just before doing ChaLean, and when I started that, i swear I had them for 2 weeks

Cat430 · 05-05-2009, 08:51 AM

[COLOR="Navy"]I would have never guess that one

. I only had that when I did the Firm and did all the tall box work. Everyone at work would laugh because I would have a hard time walking down the hall after sitting so long in my chair...and going to the bathroom...OUCH! I have only mild soreness with CLX and it is nothing like what I had before, I can still work out the next day which is so much better. [/COLOR]

kbragg · 05-05-2009, 09:47 AM

I did LEAN 1 yesterday and got OWNED!!!

I was skeptical about the Lean Circuits since Push is soooo intense with the heavy weights and looking ahead at the log sheets I could see I'd be using significantly less weight than Push so I had convinced myself that this would be easy

I learned within a few minutes that was not the case. My glutes were hard as rock on those leg curls and are pleasantly sore today even though the weight was much lighter. My biceps are toasted today and my core feels like I did some intense ab work!

I think I'm going to like this phase after all

Pleiades · 05-05-2009, 09:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kbragg

I did LEAN 1 yesterday and got OWNED!!!

I was skeptical about the Lean Circuits since Push is soooo intense with the heavy weights and looking ahead at the log sheets I could see I'd be using significantly less weight than Push so I had convinced myself that this would be easy

I learned within a few minutes that was not the case. My glutes were hard as rock on those leg curls and are pleasantly sore today even though the weight was much lighter. My biceps are toasted today and my core feels like I did some intense ab work!

I think I'm going to like this phase after all

Just wait for the sumo squat with calf raise and bicep curl in Lean 2.

That one got me every time. My calves hated me.

Cat430 · 05-06-2009, 09:26 AM

[COLOR="Navy"]Kbragg~ Sweet

Two more weeks and I am in Lean, I can't wait. It sounds intense and that is where you are supposed to lose the most weight.

Jabbok ~ I am sore some where every day too

I have been stressed lately, so last night I did:

Burn Intervals, Ab Burner than Fat Blaster.

I was so whooped, but emotionally I felt better. Nothing like burning up stress!

So much better than trying to eat my way through it.[/COLOR]

jabbok · 05-06-2009, 09:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cat430

[COLOR="Navy"]Kbragg~ Sweet

Two more weeks and I am in Lean, I can't wait. It sounds intense and that is where you are supposed to lose the most weight.

Jabbok ~ I am sore some where every day too

I have been stressed lately, so last night I did:

Burn Intervals, Ab Burner than Fat Blaster.

I was so whooped, but emotionally I felt better. Nothing like burning up stress!

So much better than trying to eat my way through it.[/COLOR]

Wow Cat you are a machine but a good way to get rid of stress.

kbragg · 05-06-2009, 02:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cat430

[COLOR="Navy"]Kbragg~ Sweet

Two more weeks and I am in Lean, I can't wait. It sounds intense and that is where you are supposed to lose the most weight.

Jabbok ~ I am sore some where every day too

I have been stressed lately, so last night I did:

Burn Intervals, Ab Burner than Fat Blaster.

I was so whooped, but emotionally I felt better. Nothing like burning up stress!

So much better than trying to eat my way through it.[/COLOR]

I do this too. Chalene even says it in the pep talk at the end of Lean 1 but I won't ruin it for you. Exercise is my Prozac forreal. It's the only thing that gets me though some times

Chrystee · 05-06-2009, 08:27 PM

I've sucked. I don't know WTH is with me lately.

Cat430 · 05-07-2009, 07:23 AM

[COLOR="Navy"]Kbragg ~ I have found that it is the best way to get my head back on straight.
Nothing like punching and kicking imaginary foes to feel better

Chrystee ~

Get back on track you can do it. I really love it and am addicted to the way I feel afterwards.

I did Push 1 last night. Only one more week after this one, I can't believe it. These six weeks have just flown by. I finally am getting my diet back on track so I should have great results by the end.[/COLOR]

BrookJay · 05-07-2009, 09:35 AM

Burn Intervals done for the day. I did get Burn 1 & 2 done this week as well. I'm right on track.

I'm sweaty and I'm tired, but it feels GREAT!

kbragg · 05-07-2009, 02:06 PM

Who ever said Burn Intervals was tougher than Get Lean Intervals was right. It was still tough though! And why'd she trick me into doing more burpees!?

Cat430 · 05-08-2009, 06:28 AM

[COLOR="Navy"]Those burpees are insane

I just try and get through them as fast as possible. I really don't like the lunge jump-ups either, they really wear me out.

I ended up doing Cardio Party 2 last night for my rest day. Still need some release and taking up the time with exercise and not food is the better choice. Push 2 tonight and maybe Extreme Abs if I can fit it in.[/COLOR]

PixieKGirl · 05-08-2009, 08:10 AM

It is with great reluctance and a heavy heart but I'll be starting this tomorrow. Great attitude, huh?

I've done Power 90 and TJ and have always hated the weight part but I know i need it.

jabbok · 05-08-2009, 08:40 AM

I finished circuit 3 week 1 of the lean circuit, I don't like it as much as the push and burn circuits but will continue until I am done.

Cat430 · 05-08-2009, 08:50 AM

Why don't you like them as much???

northernstar · 05-08-2009, 09:47 AM

Question for all those who are in Lean... how is it different from Burn? Do you like it better? I popped it in a while ago just to check it out, looks fun!

jabbok · 05-08-2009, 09:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cat430

Why don't you like them as much???

I think it is because they are new exercises again and I should have viewed them before I started so that I would know what ones to do, I just seem to be a fish out of water on this set, not sure why but will keep plugging away.

kbragg · 05-08-2009, 10:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PixieKGirl

It is with great reluctance and a heavy heart but I'll be starting this tomorrow. Great attitude, huh?

I've done Power 90 and TJ and have always hated the weight part but I know i need it.

You're gonna love it! I know because I was the exact same way but this is totally different than any other Beachbody weight section

kbragg · 05-08-2009, 10:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by northernstar

Question for all those who are in Lean... how is it different from Burn? Do you like it better? I popped it in a while ago just to check it out, looks fun!

Oh my Gosh you will FEEL these workouts! My shoulders are still sore from Wednesday and my abs and back WOW do I feel it. It's different in that Chalene incorporates the core heavy in this section.

I like it way better than Burn but PUSH is still my favorite. I felt like a ROCK STAR doing PUSH, I feel like such a noob now

kbragg · 05-08-2009, 10:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jabbok

I think it is because they are new exercises again and I should have viewed them before I started so that I would know what ones to do, I just seem to be a fish out of water on this set, not sure why but will keep plugging away.

YEP! That dang punk behind wimpy noob feeling is back

I was feeling Rock Star in the Push Phase but this one MAN I feel like a sissy going to my knees but those planks are no joke! I see why the women's abs look like they do

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05-04-2009, 07:41 AM	#812
jabbok MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: canada Posts: 1,289 Gallery: jabbok	I started the lean phase yesterday, I felt very uncoordinated and I failed at 8 to 10 reps , the weight didn't seem to be very heavy but I guess I will have to adjust things again. Did anyone else feel the same way when they started the lean phase?

05-04-2009, 12:28 PM	#816
BrookJay Senior LCF Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota USA Posts: 5,519 Gallery: BrookJay Stats: 234/149 WOE: Atkins Start Date: May 4, 2002	kbragg- There most certainly is a difference. You are toning up and leaning down beautifully! GREAT JOB!!! Week 2 - Burn 1 - Done. *self satisfied smile

05-04-2009, 01:22 PM	#817
Cat430 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 335 Gallery: Cat430 Stats: 5'3 160/138/110 WOE: Stillman's QWL	[COLOR="Navy"]Completed Burn Intervals and Abs last night. So tough but I that crazy Chalene. I am posting quick but I will post later tonight when I get a moment, there is so much to say and so little time... CONGRATS TO EVERYONE![/COLOR]

05-05-2009, 06:26 AM	#818
Cat430 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 335 Gallery: Cat430 Stats: 5'3 160/138/110 WOE: Stillman's QWL	[COLOR="Navy"]Did Push 3 last night...doing Burn it Off and Fat Blaster tonight, no Recharge. I am too much of a type A personality to do Recharge, it just takes too long. KBragg ~ You look awesome, you can really tell where you have toned up and slimmed down. WTG jabbok ~ That is what I was thinking about doing too, in case I need something in between...I was hoping to get maybe 2 1/2 pounds and just leave them on the whole time. I have two more weeks of Push before I get to Lean so I will have to work it out late next week. Pleiades ~ Great job...looks like you did really well. I am trying to see the pics but I am having troubles. Brookjay ~ They are both doable, but I do like Burn it Off better than Burn Intervals, cause it leaves me spent!!! AngieZ ~ what is DOMS?[/COLOR]

05-05-2009, 08:51 AM	#822
Cat430 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 335 Gallery: Cat430 Stats: 5'3 160/138/110 WOE: Stillman's QWL	[COLOR="Navy"]I would have never guess that one . I only had that when I did the Firm and did all the tall box work. Everyone at work would laugh because I would have a hard time walking down the hall after sitting so long in my chair...and going to the bathroom...OUCH! I have only mild soreness with CLX and it is nothing like what I had before, I can still work out the next day which is so much better. [/COLOR]

05-05-2009, 09:47 AM	#823
kbragg Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: TEXAS Posts: 77 Gallery: kbragg Stats: 236/162/135-145 depending on how I look WOE: Atkins Start Date: 9/21/2008	I did LEAN 1 yesterday and got OWNED!!! I was skeptical about the Lean Circuits since Push is soooo intense with the heavy weights and looking ahead at the log sheets I could see I'd be using significantly less weight than Push so I had convinced myself that this would be easy I learned within a few minutes that was not the case. My glutes were hard as rock on those leg curls and are pleasantly sore today even though the weight was much lighter. My biceps are toasted today and my core feels like I did some intense ab work! I think I'm going to like this phase after all

05-06-2009, 09:26 AM	#825
Cat430 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 335 Gallery: Cat430 Stats: 5'3 160/138/110 WOE: Stillman's QWL	[COLOR="Navy"]Kbragg~ Sweet Two more weeks and I am in Lean, I can't wait. It sounds intense and that is where you are supposed to lose the most weight. Jabbok ~ I am sore some where every day too I have been stressed lately, so last night I did: Burn Intervals, Ab Burner than Fat Blaster. I was so whooped, but emotionally I felt better. Nothing like burning up stress! So much better than trying to eat my way through it.[/COLOR]

05-06-2009, 08:27 PM	#828
Chrystee Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: MD Posts: 26,211 Gallery: Chrystee Stats: 40 pounds lost in 08. 100/86/0 to lose for 09. WOE: Nutrisystem Start Date: 12/01/07	I've sucked. I don't know WTH is with me lately.

05-07-2009, 07:23 AM	#829
Cat430 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 335 Gallery: Cat430 Stats: 5'3 160/138/110 WOE: Stillman's QWL	[COLOR="Navy"]Kbragg ~ I have found that it is the best way to get my head back on straight. Nothing like punching and kicking imaginary foes to feel better Chrystee ~ Get back on track you can do it. I really love it and am addicted to the way I feel afterwards. I did Push 1 last night. Only one more week after this one, I can't believe it. These six weeks have just flown by. I finally am getting my diet back on track so I should have great results by the end.[/COLOR]

05-07-2009, 09:35 AM	#830
BrookJay Senior LCF Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota USA Posts: 5,519 Gallery: BrookJay Stats: 234/149 WOE: Atkins Start Date: May 4, 2002	Burn Intervals done for the day. I did get Burn 1 & 2 done this week as well. I'm right on track. I'm sweaty and I'm tired, but it feels GREAT!

05-07-2009, 02:06 PM	#831
kbragg Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: TEXAS Posts: 77 Gallery: kbragg Stats: 236/162/135-145 depending on how I look WOE: Atkins Start Date: 9/21/2008	Who ever said Burn Intervals was tougher than Get Lean Intervals was right. It was still tough though! And why'd she trick me into doing more burpees!?

05-08-2009, 06:28 AM	#832
Cat430 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 335 Gallery: Cat430 Stats: 5'3 160/138/110 WOE: Stillman's QWL	[COLOR="Navy"]Those burpees are insane I just try and get through them as fast as possible. I really don't like the lunge jump-ups either, they really wear me out. I ended up doing Cardio Party 2 last night for my rest day. Still need some release and taking up the time with exercise and not food is the better choice. Push 2 tonight and maybe Extreme Abs if I can fit it in.[/COLOR]

05-08-2009, 08:10 AM	#833
PixieKGirl Senior LCF Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 148 Gallery: PixieKGirl Stats: 172/148/142 WOE: Atkins Start Date: 3/11/09	It is with great reluctance and a heavy heart but I'll be starting this tomorrow. Great attitude, huh? I've done Power 90 and TJ and have always hated the weight part but I know i need it.

05-08-2009, 08:40 AM	#834
jabbok MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: canada Posts: 1,289 Gallery: jabbok	I finished circuit 3 week 1 of the lean circuit, I don't like it as much as the push and burn circuits but will continue until I am done.

05-08-2009, 08:50 AM	#835
Cat430 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 335 Gallery: Cat430 Stats: 5'3 160/138/110 WOE: Stillman's QWL	Why don't you like them as much???

05-08-2009, 09:47 AM	#836
northernstar Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 3,420 Gallery: northernstar	Question for all those who are in Lean... how is it different from Burn? Do you like it better? I popped it in a while ago just to check it out, looks fun!