Day 67 - Fit Test - July 22, 2011

Today was the final fit test.  My measurements for this final assessment were as follows:

                 May 17          May 30       June 14         July 9        July 22
Weight - 131 lbs             130.4         131.8           130.8          131
Bust -     33 3/4"            33 3/4"       34 1/2"        34 1/4"          34
Waist -   32 1/2"            30 1/2"          29"               29               29
Hips -     39 1/4"            37 3/4        37 1/2"        37 1/4"           37
Thighs -   23 3/4"              23"          22 1/2"        22 1/2         22 1/4

These 2 weeks I lost another 3/4", for a total loss of 6 3/4"!  Funny, but the exact same weight as the beginning.  I feel soooo much stronger and I really look forward to improving upon the fitness and burning some more fat with more running in my program.  I will however, continue to use some of the workouts, incorporating them into a routine 2 or 3 times a week.

My fit test results are as follows:

                                         May 17             May 30       June 14       July 9           July 22
1. Switch Kicks -              104                   129              130           120                 130
2. Power Jacks -                60                     62                63               67                   66
3. Power Knees -               95                   110                97            110                 114
4. Power Jumps -               42                     45                47              54                   57
5. Globe Jumps -                12                     13                15             13                   13
6, Suicide Jumps -              20                     22                20             22                   22
7. Push-up Jacks -             10                     14                 13             15                   18
8. Low Plank Oblique -      40                    50                 60             63                   69

My before and after photos are below:

                                                              Before                                After

                                                              Before                              After

So all and all I am happy with my results and am really looking forward to taking it to the next level and burning some more fat.

Thanks to all who have been following along and hopefully it motivated all of you to get out and improve your fitness level.

I sign off of this blog with a few words.....



• “Lack of activity destroys the good condition of every human being, while movement and methodical physical exercise save it and preserve it.”  ~ Plato

Day 66 - Off - July 21, 2011

Today we had ball so it was a day off.  We biked up, so we still got the lungs going and the legs moving.  A good night of ball and we won again.  Our team is undefeated with a 10-0 record.   1 more day of the program.

Day 65 - Run - July 20, 2011

Today I felt great, a rest was just what I needed.  I did my usual lunch run as we are off to the city tonight to say bon voyage to my sister-in-law and her family.  They are off to Australia to live.  The run is a shorter 30 min or so run (give or take a minute or two), but its beautiful and gets me and the dog out for some fresh air.  I feel good, but even better is that this is the last week for insanity.  I do the final fit test on Friday!

Day 64 - Off - July 19, 2011

Today I took the day off.  My body was just tired and it was a somewhat stressful day.  I chose to relax instead.

Day 63 - Max Interval Circuit - July 18, 2011

Today I was wiped.  The workout was long and hard.  My body was really tired from a weekend of riding.  Thank god this is the last week.

Day 62 - Riding - July 17, 2011

Today was a nice long 3ish hour ride.  Some good climbing and decending.  Also worked up a good sweat today and it was nice and warm out.

Day 61 - Riding - July 16, 2011

We were away in Golden, BC on a camping and mountain biking trip.  Today we did 2 rides, each consisting of a couple of hours.  Worked up a good sweat and my muscles and cardio are feeling fantastic on the bike.  We also did a leasurely canoe on the lake.

Day 60 - Off - July 15, 2011

Today was an unscheduled day off.  We are going on a camping/mountain biking trip this weekend and today was the roadtrip day, so no time to workout.  I was busy packing and getting ready and we left right after work for Golden, BC.  It should be a busy and active weekend, so I'll make up for it on 2 wheels!  Have a great weekend everyone.

Day 59 - Off - July 14, 2011

Today was a scheduled day off, as we had a ball game.  Our team is doing really well this year and we are undefeated with a 9-0 record.  I have noticed a significant difference in my core strength which definately shows in my hitting and throwing.  I am much stronger these days.

Day 58 - Core Cardio and Balance - July 13, 2011

I really like this workout, it is more of a recovery workout, but it still pushes you.  Its less crazyness and more controlled movements.  I still finish it with a good sweat on.  I am starting to see a major increase in the muscle and definition in my legs now.  Still no change in weight, but slightly looser fitting clothes is nice.

Day 57 - Run - July 12, 2011

Today we are heading into the city this afternoon so I did a lunch run.  I run along our beautiful river trail and today's run was about 35 min.as I only have an hour for lunch.  I scoot home and pick up my fur baby and off we go.  I did really struggle with my breathing today (and have noticed it to be a problem for the last couple of weeks), as I have asthma, and thought it might be from the summer humidity.  Upon further thought, I realized, I was long overdue to have my inhaler replaced.  Off I go to get my prescription renewed which should improve things dramatically.

Day 56 - Max Interval Circuit - July 11, 2011

Today was my least favorite of the workouts.  It is the longest workout at close to 60 min.  and it is f%$#$ing hard.  An intense warm-up followed by 3 interval circuits with 5 or so exercises doing them 3 times each.  I am wiped, but I felt good and strong during the workout.  Time for dinner, I am starving.

Day 55 - Off - July 10, 2011

Today was supposed to be a recovery day, so I don't feel to bad about missing doing the recover disc.  I have to be completely honest, I am really getting bored and am having difficulty motivating myself.  I am tired of the workouts and tired of being inside.  I am definately ready to be done and move on with my summer.  The next 10 days or so is going to be difficult to complete because of motivation and time, hopefully I can do as much as I can.

Day 54 - Fit Test - July 9, 2011

Today was my measurement and fit test day.  I don't feel much different in my weight or how my clothes fit, however, I do see a major difference in my muscle mass.  I wish I had a way to calculate to my BMI at the beginning and now.  I better my fat % went down alot.

                May 17          May 30       June 14         July 9
Weight - 131 lbs             130.4         131.8           130.8
Bust -     33 3/4"            33 3/4"       34 1/2"        34 1/4"
Waist -   32 1/2"            30 1/2"          29"               29
Hips -     39 1/4"            37 3/4        37 1/2"        37 1/4"
Thighs -   23 3/4"              23"          22 1/2"        22 1/2"

Not much difference in measurements. 

I felt pretty good doing the fit test, and had some marginal increase in most exercises.  My results are as follows:

                                       May 17             May 30       June 14       July 9
1. Switch Kicks -              104                   129              130           120
2. Power Jacks -                60                     62                63               67
3. Power Knees -               95                   110                97            110
4. Power Jumps -               42                     45                47              54
5. Globe Jumps -                12                     13                15             13
6, Suicide Jumps -              20                     22                20             22
7. Push-up Jacks -             10                     14                 13             15
8. Low Plank Oblique -      40                    50                 60             63

Day 53- off -July 8,2011

Today i ended up having to take the day off. We have a wedding this weekend and the rehearsal was tonight and i didnt have time to do anything.

Day 52 - Core Cardio & Recovery - July 7, 2011

A nice workout today.  Long holds on poses.  An lighter day on the agro exercises.  I am feeling good and able to do much more in the workouts these days.  I am really looking forward to the end.  The weather is far to nice to be indoors working out.

Day 51 - Riding - July 6, 2011

Today it was almost 30 degrees and I couldn't help but want to be outside!  It was awesome, I biked G8 which is just shy of a 2 hour ride for me.  Lots of climbing and just overall fun!  Worked up a good sweat and enjoyed the beautiful place I live in.

Day 50 - Off! - July 5, 2011

Wow, I can't believe its been 50 days.  I am looking forward to the program being done and getting outside more and enjoying the nice weather. I have ball tonight, so no workout today.  A nice dog walk after work and I'll bike up to ball.  I have totally lost my workout buddy, but I expected it to happen.  Life is really busy right now and its hard to commit that much time each day.

Day 49 - Run/Ride & Cardio Abs - July 4, 2011

Today was a mix day.  I did a lunch run, around 35 min. and the cardio abs video.  I love doing the ab portion of this program, I just wish there was more of the focused ab workouts.  A good day nevertheless.

Day 48 - Max Recovery - July 3, 2011

Today was a recover disc day.  It is still a 50ish minute workout, but it is no cardio with only strength moves.  Holding the poses for long periods of time.  I would consider this workout as the toning workout.  I felt great except I still consider pushup poses a real struggle.  I am definately improving in that respect, but feel the improvement is slow.  I also did a shorter ride today.  It was a beautiful day and nice to get out in the fresh air.

Day 47 - Max Interval Plyo - July 2, 2011

After my run yesterday, I felt great going into todays workout.  I think a change of scenery was exactly what I needed.  It re-energized me and I had an awesome workout.  My body wasn't to tired until getting into the last 3/4 of the workout.

Day 46 - Run - July 1, 2011

Happy Canada Day!  Today was a run/ride day and I did a fabulous run.  Around 47 minutes and I did 6.6 km.  I am really happy with this.  It has re-motivated me and it was nice for a change in the routine.  It was a beautifully sunny and warm day and it was a great run.  I feel awesome.

Day 45 - Bail :( - June 30, 2011

I bailed on the workout today.  I just didn't make the time as we went truck shopping.  No excuse, just not time and no motivation today.