Power 90 ?

I really did start today!

At lunch time. The Sculpt 1-2 didn't seem as hard as I thought it would be, but I was dripping by the end. Also, the tops of my thighs felt a little shaky going up stairs afterwards. I'm so glad I didn't put off Day 1.

Calorie King is a website that tracks stuff.

Looks like a good site. Thanks.

I am sorry but mean people just suck! I must tell you 5 years ago, I was there. I had no clue I was really in bad shape. WE were surfing in Costa Rico so I thought I was in good enough condition to do that so I must be OK. I even had a personal trainer(The good ol days). Then the pictures from the trip came back and I was the fat guy in the middle.... I could not believe how my mind had manipulated my head into thinking I was in shape. I saw the Power 90 commercial and something just clicked. Go for it and I promise if you follow the instructions it will work for you. Bev and I have kicked it up another notch and it has even become something we share in our marriage. Remember it is about progress not perfection. Just keep coming back and pushing play. Never give up and it will become a part of who you are. Maybe, these mean people did you a favor. Now go show them! They will always be mean and inconsiderate. You are smart and can lose weight!
Good luck!

Gosh, you and Bev are so thin -- I can't imagine you being anything else.

Depression and stress made me anorexic years ago. Here's a photo of me from summer 2003. I weighed 117. But add menopause to depression and stress, and I went the other direction -- got fat in places I'd never had, for example tummy fat and back fat.

Thanks for the pep talk.

I really did start today!

I posted the photo so show why it is so frustrating and embarrassing to have gone from that to where I am. Hope I have the energy to stick with the Power 90. I want to look like the old me, obviously taking the years that have gone by into consideration.

I posted the photo so show why it is so frustrating and embarrassing to have gone from that to where I am. Hope I have the energy to stick with the Power 90. I want to look like the old me, obviously taking the years that have gone by into consideration.

You can do it! Try not to focus on the 90 days as much as how good you feel as you complete each day. Just push play and give whatever you got that day. Keep on posting and talking to other people that are doing it. If you miss a day, week, etc. just start again and push on. This is all about progress not perfection! Good luck and don't hesitate to call. As I begin Px90, I will do the same. make yourself accountable to us or a partner. Good luck!

Day 2 Report

I'm pitiful. I couldn't do the whole "poweryoga" thing. My form wasn't too great for what I did do. Maybe two thirds?

Then, I did my own cardio because of health restrictions. I had planned that anyway.

But, the Ab's 100 didn't get to 100. I did the first 5 of 10 - which I thought might kill me, but then I only did 4 to 7 of the rest. Maybe the way I did those second 5 didn't really count anyway, but I tried my best. I'm sure glad nobody is video taping my efforts!!

So, overall, I feel good that I haven't given up. And, I've got no where to go but up from here!!

Oh yeah, and my little, tiny, out-of-shape abs are screaming when I move the wrong way.

Day 2 Report

I'm pitiful. I couldn't do the whole "poweryoga" thing. My form wasn't too great for what I did do. Maybe two thirds?

Then, I did my own cardio because of health restrictions. I had planned that anyway.

But, the Ab's 100 didn't get to 100. I did the first 5 of 10 - which I thought might kill me, but then I only did 4 to 7 of the rest. Maybe the way I did those second 5 didn't really count anyway, but I tried my best. I'm sure glad nobody is video taping my efforts!!

So, overall, I feel good that I haven't given up. And, I've got no where to go but up from here!!

Oh yeah, and my little, tiny, out-of-shape abs are screaming when I move the wrong way.

Ok....I ordered ours today! You have all motivated me to get moving...and that's what we are going to do. I have to admit that I am a little scared...I am sooooo out of shape. Winnie, I think you are fab for being so candid...you and I are going to bond during this experience, I just know it!

Day 2 Report

I'm pitiful. I couldn't do the whole "poweryoga" thing. My form wasn't too great for what I did do. Maybe two thirds?

Then, I did my own cardio because of health restrictions. I had planned that anyway.

But, the Ab's 100 didn't get to 100. I did the first 5 of 10 - which I thought might kill me, but then I only did 4 to 7 of the rest. Maybe the way I did those second 5 didn't really count anyway, but I tried my best. I'm sure glad nobody is video taping my efforts!!

So, overall, I feel good that I haven't given up. And, I've got no where to go but up from here!!

Oh yeah, and my little, tiny, out-of-shape abs are screaming when I move the wrong way.

You are inspiring! You'll get better. I remember will daughter and I did Billy Blanks -- the first week I thought I'd have a heart attack.

Bobby J, shouldn't one just alot themselves a certain amount of time at the beginning, whether it be 30 or 45 minutes, until (a) you figure out the exercises amd (b) you get stronger? I remember with Billy Blanks. we spent more time figuring out the moves than exercising.

You are inspiring! You'll get better. I remember will daughter and I did Billy Blanks -- the first week I thought I'd have a heart attack.

Bobby J, shouldn't one just alot themselves a certain amount of time at the beginning, whether it be 30 or 45 minutes, until (a) you figure out the exercises amd (b) you get stronger? I remember with Billy Blanks. we spent more time figuring out the moves than exercising.

Yes, Yes. In the beginning just be real easy on yourself. It make take a week or two to find your strength or groove. Everyone complains about the Power Yoga. You will be amazed if you just keep showing up. The muscles that are going to fail you tend to be the muscles that have a capacity to heal and get strong very fast. DO NOT LET YOUR HEAD TAKE YOU OUT OF THE GAME. Try to come at this thing as a lifestyle change. Not a diet or a program. This is how you are going to live from now on! Keep telling your mind this. Eventually, the brain will catch on and the voices that are telling you to STOP, will be gone. Tony reminds you through out 1-2 that you need to listen to your body. Don't try to compete with anyone. I promise it will be worth it.

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Thanks everyone for the encouragement!

I did Sculpt again today. Right at the beginning, those pushups really hurt - I was kind of thinking ahead to the "7-7-7" part and worried. But, I got busy with what was at hand and by the time I got there, it really didn't hurt much at all. In fact, I may have had a little better form than the first time.

I can't wait to see how the poweryoga goes tomorrow!!
Since the Sculpt was even better than the first day, it should be as well. Positive thinking...positive thinking! I'm going to try to tackle it earlier in the day when I have more energy.

I'm not giving up, that's for sure. I can do just about anything for 90 days! When I start feeling the results like you all do, I will get even more motivated. Shoot, I'm a little pleased with myself for improved push-up form.

Thanks, Bobby J, and congrats, Winnie.

The doorbell just rang. UPS. I was happy/afraid that it might be the Power 90 -- time to get off my butt. It was something else. One more day of couch potatoing.

Thanks, Bobby J, and congrats, Winnie.

The doorbell just rang. UPS. I was happy/afraid that it might be the Power 90 -- time to get off my butt. It was something else. One more day of couch potatoing.

Ahhh. I'll bet you were more disappointed than relieved that it isn't here yet. Maybe tomorrow...

. But, I got busy with what was at hand

That is the secret. Don't focus on what you are not doing. Only be concerned with where you are at that moment. By the time you are about to give up or scream you are onto something else. Brilliant program! I look at the little clock not the big one!

My Power 90 box came late this afternoon. I guess I need to get some sleep and start in the AM!

My Power 90 box came late this afternoon. I guess I need to get some sleep and start in the AM!

Take the time to read everything. I truly believe the only way this works is to follow the program. They spent great time and energy coming up with the complete package so try and follow all the instructions. The food part seems to be the hardest for everyone but I truly believe the food part is 85% or more of getting fit.

The problem is we get more hungry when we work out and say "oh well" I worked out. You really just end up killing your progress. But.... you can not run around hungry on this plan either or you will never complete the workouts. Try to eat as much as you can in the top tier of the Micah ladder and you should be fine. Good luck!

My Power 90 box came late this afternoon. I guess I need to get some sleep and start in the AM!

:clap_1:yay!

keep us posted BR, and all! you are all an inspiration! wonder if Skunky's is out of the box yet???

I even had a personal trainer(The good ol days). Then the pictures from the trip came back and I was the fat guy in the middle.... I could not believe how my mind had manipulated my head into thinking I was in shape.

I know what you mean. I recently ran a 5K. When the finish line photos came back ---- WOW! I had a "come to Jesus" moment. My mind had been deceiving me for a while - Finally here was a photo that I couldn't pose for. I apparently know all the best poseing tricks!

Started Weight Watchers this past Friday and will continue my running program. Running another race next week, don't think the photo will be much different. But I am determined that the next one will be!!!

The problem is we get more hungry when we work out and say "oh well" I worked out. You really just end up killing your progress. But.... you can not run around hungry on this plan either or you will never complete the workouts. Try to eat as much as you can in the top tier of the Micah ladder and you should be fine. Good luck!

There was a great article in Time Magazine this week about this! It talks about how we often totally defeat the exercise by eating more and moving less after we work out. Gotta stop that!!

There was a great article in Time Magazine this week about this! It talks about how we often totally defeat the exercise by eating more and moving less after we work out. Gotta stop that!!

So true. One day I went on a 3mile run and wore my watch and cardio belt. When I completed my workout, I had burnt 400 calories. I then turned it back on and spent some time cleaning my boat and straighting out the garage. Another 400 calories burnt doing chores. I think it really is amazing what you can do as long as you keep moving.

Food... another story. I don't drink so it has become something I find very social. I can very easily slip over into eating too much and really kill an entire day of good habits. I have found I have most success if I try to graze all day. Never skip breakfast and go very light on carbs in the evenings. If I ever find myself hungry at any point in the day that seems to be the days I blow my whole plan and eat too much.

I know what you mean. I recently ran a 5K. When the finish line photos came back ---- WOW! I had a "come to Jesus" moment. My mind had been deceiving me for a while - Finally here was a photo that I couldn't pose for. I apparently know all the best poseing tricks!

Started Weight Watchers this past Friday and will continue my running program. Running another race next week, don't think the photo will be much different. But I am determined that the next one will be!!!

I hear ya. I ran the 10K Peachtree Road Race last month. Couldn't believe my photo at the finish.

There was a great article in Time Magazine this week about this! It talks about how we often totally defeat the exercise by eating more and moving less after we work out. Gotta stop that!!

I haven't read Time, but the spin I heard on CNN is that exercise doesn't help you lose weight.

but the spin I heard on CNN is that exercise doesn't help you lose weight.

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I hope that Time and CNN did not spend a lot of money on the studies...

Here we go again.

Weight loss = Burn more then you put in.

No study needed. Basic math.

I bought an 'Iron Gym', the workout bar you hang from you door jam and do pull ups from. It can be an amazing piece of equipment.

In fact, from using it I look so damn sexy that moving past a mirror without an extended glance at myself is damn near imppossible. I think I'm in love

But seriously, it has been a good piece of equipment. My back is substantially stronger and healthier. But I have an opinion on getting into shape and I'm sure Bobby J will agree.

Think about it. When we were young and in shape it wasn't because we 'worked out' per se, it was because we played. I'm sure Bobby J owes some of his physical fitness to surfing. But he loves to surf. It's not something he has to drag himself out into the Gulf to do.

Before I moved here I wanted to jog but running around the neighborhood and down streets didn't appeal to me. But here in the state forests where I look for wildlife, it's not exeercise, it's fun.

The same thing with skin/free diving. I absolutely love it and do it virtually every day. I probably went out over a quarter of a mile recently, twice in one day. And even the process of holding my breath to go down has helped my lung capacity and endurance. Now when I ride my bike I am able to sustain a hard, physical 'Lance Armstrong' type peddling for longer periods.

Anyway, that's my two cents. Find something you enjoy and you'll keep with it. And Bobby J, you're already in pretty damn good shape, so I'd definately like to see how you make out with this. Keep us posted.

Out for over a week with a stomach bug. Recovered now and back at it tomorrow. I have maintained while I have been out and did go kayaking yesterday and felt great.

Think about it. When we were young and in shape it wasn't because we 'worked out' per se, it was because we played. I'm sure Bobby J owes some of his physical fitness to surfing. But he loves to surf. It's not something he has to drag himself out into the Gulf to do.

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You are dead on Mike. It really helps doing something you love but I also have to workout hard so I can continue to do what I love. If I lived in area that had waves everyday, it would probably be easier to just surf. here a few weeks go by and you can get out of surf shape fast. I finally just ordered the Px90. Wish me luck!