Day 25: Ripped 30 May 31st

"Motivation will almost always beat mere talent." - Norman R. Augustine

Today's Update:  
It's been a busy week.

Today's task: A Workout
Jillian Michael's Ripped in 30 Week 4 Workout
For Day 25 of Ripped in 30, I did the Week 4 workout.

Equipment needed: one set of hand weights (light) I've been using a set of 5 lb. weights

Workouts done for Week 3: 4

Link to workout DVD from:
http://www.amazon.com/Jillian-Michaels-Ripped-30/dp/B004CRR9IS/ref=sr_1_1_ha?ie=UTF8&qid=1367818004&sr=8-1&keywords=ripped+in+30

Quote from:

http://www.acefitness.org/acefit/fitness_programs_article.aspx?id=2927

Day 25: Ripped in 30 May 30th

"Aim higher in case you fall short." - Suzanne Collins

Today's Update:  
My arms are sore and my legs are sore as well.  This workout is working.  Motivation is low today.  Ha.  But I am keeping it going.

Today's task: A Workout
Jillian Michael's Ripped in 30 Week 4 Workout
For Day 25 of Ripped in 30, I did the Week 4 workout.

Equipment needed: one set of hand weights (light) I've been using a set of 5 lb. weights

Workouts done for Week 3: 3

Link to workout DVD from:
http://www.amazon.com/Jillian-Michaels-Ripped-30/dp/B004CRR9IS/ref=sr_1_1_ha?ie=UTF8&qid=1367818004&sr=8-1&keywords=ripped+in+30

Quote from:

http://www.goodreads.com/quotes/tag/goals

Day 24: Ripped in 30 May 29th

"The time to relax is when you don't have time for it." - Sidney J. Harris

Today's Update:  
My arm is getting better, but when I move my left arm a bit too fast I can feel a sharp pain still.

Today's task: Rest
For Day 24 of Ripped in 30, I rested. I needed it!

Workouts done for Week 4: 2

Quote from:

http://www.motivational-inspirational-corner.com/getquote.html?startrow=11&categoryid=134

Day 23: Ripped in 30 May 28th

"One of the most difficult things everyone has to learn is that for your entire life you must keep fighting and adjusting if you hope to survive.  No matter who you are or what your position is you must keep fighting for whatever it is you desire to achieve." - George Allen, Sr. 

Today's Update:  
My arm still hurts but feels a little better than yesterday.

Today's task: A Workout
Jillian Michael's Ripped in 30 Week 4 Workout
For Day 23 of Ripped in 30, I did the Week 4 workout.

Equipment needed: one set of hand weights I've been using a set of 5 lb. weights

Modified again so I didn't make my injury worse.  Definitely harder than the past weeks workouts.

Workouts done for Week 4: 2

Link to workout DVD from:
http://www.amazon.com/Jillian-Michaels-Ripped-30/dp/B004CRR9IS/ref=sr_1_1_ha?ie=UTF8&qid=1367818004&sr=8-1&keywords=ripped+in+30

Quote from:
http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/keywords/adjusting.html

Day 22: Ripped in 30 May 27th

"Just know, when you truly want success, you'll never give up on it.  No matter how bad the situation may get." - Unknown

Today's Update:  
Well.. I really felt that I needed to get moving somehow. I decided to try this week's workout.

Today's task: A Workout
Jillian Michael's Ripped in 30 Week 4 Workout
For Day 22 of Ripped in 30, I did the Week 3 workout.

Equipment needed: one set of hand weights I've been using a set of 5 lb. weights

Since I can not raise my left arm above my shoulder without it hurting, I modified some of the moves, but I kept moving.  This was kind of a new thing that I never had done before.  Usually I give up and say that I can't do it.  I did that for a minute and then thought, hey I can still move and get my cardio so I did other moves during the one I just couldn't do.  My arm was killing me at the end though and I just could not hold the plank position for the length at the end.

Workouts done for Week 4: 1

Link to workout DVD from:
http://www.amazon.com/Jillian-Michaels-Ripped-30/dp/B004CRR9IS/ref=sr_1_1_ha?ie=UTF8&qid=1367818004&sr=8-1&keywords=ripped+in+30

Quote from:

http://addicted2success.com/quotes/37-inspirational-quotes-that-will-change-your-life/

Review of Fitness Magazine's Beach Body Bootcamp

Fitness Magazine's Beach Body Bootcamp is a 30 day workout program with a toning workout and options for your cardio for each week.  The toning workout should be done three times a week on nonconsecutive days and the cardio can be done on the same day as the toning workout or in between.

The article claims that a person that follows the workouts and eats that food they recommend that they will loose 10 pounds this month.  As I said in my Looking ahead post about this 30 day challenge, I am not really looking to loose 10 pounds in a month especially since I am still nursing my little one.  I still need the calories.  So with that in mind, here is my review.

The equipment needed for the allover sculpting workout is a resistance band.
The cardio workouts are best done if you have a gym membership or some other access to a treadmill or elliptical.

Review:
I can't in good conscience give a full review of this workout and diet plan since I didn't follow the workouts to a tee and I did not follow the diet plan.

With that in mind, I have to say that I found the allover workout easy to do and it was nice to have a portable workout, since a resistance band is small enough to take everywhere with you.

The cardio workouts were aimed more at people with access to a treadmill or elliptical, which I was not able to utilize.  So I ended up trying to make up my workouts as I went.  It was not so successful.   I did find the music links very helpful in keeping track of where I was in my cardio workout and I didn't have to think about what intensity I should be working at.  Well done Fitness magazine.  Thanks for making a very helpful podcast.

Results:

The results, well, I can't really say that I saw much.  I found myself getting bored with the workouts through the month and kind of slacked off.  I think maybe I needed more of a challenge after my 42 challenge with the Butt Bible DVD.

Out of 30 Days:
12 Toning Workouts
8 Cardio Workouts
10 Rest days

Not so good this month.... Better next month?

Link to Description of moves and details:
http://www.fitnessmagazine.com/workout/you-can-do-it/beach-body-boot-camp-workout/

Link to video of how to Allover Toning workout:
http://www.fitnessmagazine.com/videos/m/38855823/the-beach-body-boot-camp-workout.htm#q=plguid165074

Link to the iTunes podcasts for the Cardio Options (the podcasts for this challenge are from March 2011):
https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/motion-traxx-upbeat-workout/id300391393

From Fitness Magazine May 2011

Day 21: Ripped in 30 May 26th

"A goal is not always meant to be reached, it often serves simply as something to aim at." - Bruce Lee

Today's Update:  
I am still upset with myself that I am injured and wish that my arm healed faster.  :(

Today's task: Recovery
I was not able to do the recommended number of workouts.  I am disappointed.

I figured out what exactly injured my arm.  It was one move in the third circuit.  I just have to remember how to push myself next time without injuring myself.

Workouts done for Week 3: 3

Quote from:

http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/keywords/goal.html

Day 20: Ripped in 30 May 25th

"All things are difficult before they are easy." - Thomas Fuller

Today's Update:  
I am still injured.  :(  I can't raise my left arm up without pain.  This sucks..

Today's task: Recovery
I am not doing well on my weekly tally of workouts.

Workouts done for Week 3: 3

Quote from:

http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/topics/topic_work.html

Day 19: Ripped in 30 May 24th

"I am doing everything humanly possible to try and get well, but lately things have just kept getting worse." - Daniel Johns

Today's Update:  
I injured my left deltoid somehow, so I am resting again...

Today's task: Recovery

Workouts done for Week 3: 4

Quote from:

http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/keywords/get_well.html

Day 18: Ripped in 30 May 23rd

"Nothing will work unless you do." - Maya Angelou

Today's Update:  
Back to my workouts...

Today's task: A Workout
Jillian Michael's Ripped in 30 Week 3 Workout
For Day 18 of Ripped in 30, I did the Week 3 workout.

Equipment needed: one set of hand weights (light) I've been using a set of 5 lb. weights

I find Jillian motivates me in these workouts, even when I don't really feel like working out, but sometimes she says annoying things.  She continues to say that the workout is 20 minutes.. Which it is not!  She also was kind of annoying talking about how she wants to bounce a quarter off her assistants butts.  Oh Jillian.

Workouts done for Week 3: 3

Link to workout DVD from:
http://www.amazon.com/Jillian-Michaels-Ripped-30/dp/B004CRR9IS/ref=sr_1_1_ha?ie=UTF8&qid=1367818004&sr=8-1&keywords=ripped+in+30

Quote from:

http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/topics/topic_work.html

Day 17: Ripped in 30 May 22nd

"There is one consolation in being sik; and that is the possibility that you may recover to a better state than you were ever in before." - Henry David Thoreau

Today's Update:  
I am feeling under the weather so I rested today. I had symptoms, which tell me I'm doing too much.  I probably had a fever today, but didn't check.  Lots of water and rest are the order of the day.. Let's see if I actually get rest.

Today's task: Rest

Workouts done for Week 3: 2

Quote from:

http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/keywords/recover.html

Day 16: Ripped in 30 May 21st

"Obstacles are those frightful things you see when you take your eyes off your goal." - Henry Ford

Today's Update:  
I am not feeling too motivated today, but I am making myself do my workout!

Today's task: A Workout
Jillian Michael's Ripped in 30 Week 3 Workout
For Day 16 of Ripped in 30, I did the Week 3 workout for the second time.

Equipment needed: one set of hand weights (light) I've been using a set of 5 lb. weights

I think this workout is more difficult than the previous ones before and that's a good thing. I haven't become too bored doing any one workout which was something I had a problem with Jillian's 30 day shred.  So..  so far I am happy about it.

Also of note, Jillian mentioned that no exercise would be repeated through the series of workouts and she has stayed true to her word.  I appreciate this very much.

Workouts done for Week 3: 1

Link to workout DVD from:
http://www.amazon.com/Jillian-Michaels-Ripped-30/dp/B004CRR9IS/ref=sr_1_1_ha?ie=UTF8&qid=1367818004&sr=8-1&keywords=ripped+in+30

Quote from:

http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/keywords/goal.html

Day 15: Ripped in 30 May 20th

"Don't measure yourself by what you have accomplished, but by what you should have accomplished with your ability." - John Wooden

Today's Update:  
I am tired today.  Ahh.. But I need this workout.

Today's task: A Workout
Jillian Michael's Ripped in 30 Week 3 Workout
For Day 15 of Ripped in 30, I did the Week 3 workout.

Equipment needed: one set of hand weights (light) I've been using a set of 5 lb. weights

As the first day of week 3, I enjoyed this workout.  I realize it is difficult to keep the workout going and talk about different points of interest, but Jillian makes a few mistakes in this workout.  She forgets to do one of the strength segment repeats and she works on the same side for another exercise. This is just a heads up if you are going to do this work out.  Be smart and do the other side so you aren't lopsided.

Workouts done for Week 3: 1

Link to workout DVD from:
http://www.amazon.com/Jillian-Michaels-Ripped-30/dp/B004CRR9IS/ref=sr_1_1_ha?ie=UTF8&qid=1367818004&sr=8-1&keywords=ripped+in+30

Quote from:

http://www.motivationalwellbeing.com/positive-motivational-quote.html

Day 14: Ripped in 30 May 19th

"Where to look if you've lost your mind?" - Bernard Malamud

Today's Update:  
I am not feeling well today.  I need a workout, but didn't get it done today. :(

Today's task: Rest
I am not feeling so good today. I think it is mostly because I haven't worked out in days. :(

I've been reading a book, Live Right 4 your Type, part of the Eat Right for your Type series by Peter D'Adamo and Catherine Whitney.  It describes how I need cardiovascular exercise for my balance.  I think I believe it.  I feel very unbalanced today.

Workouts done for Week 2: 4

Link to buy book:
http://www.amazon.com/Live-Right-4-Your-Type/dp/0399146733/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1369433487&sr=1-1&keywords=live+right+4+your+type

Quote from:

http://www.goodreads.com/quotes/tag/crazy

Day 13: Ripped in 30 May 18th

"All you need is love. But a little chocolate now and then doesn't hurt." - Charles M. Schulz

Today's Update:  
I have an extended birthday and I took a chocolate making class from bean to bar.  It was awesome

Today's task: Rest, Have fun!

Workouts done for Week 2: 4

Quote from:

http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/keywords/chocolate.html

Day 12: Ripped in 30 May 17th

"The more you praise and celebrate your life, the more there is in life to celebrate." - Oprah Winfrey

Today's Update:  
It's my birthday and I thought I would give myself a rest.  A massage is the order of the day! Yay!

Today's task: Rest

Workouts done for Week 2: 4

Quote from:

http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/topics/topic_birthday.html

Day 11: Ripped in 30 May 16th

"There is one quality that one must possess to win, and that is definiteness of purpose, the knowledge of what one wants, and a burning desire to possess it." - Napoleon Hill

Today's Update:  
I felt pretty good today.  I slept well last night and I am looking forward to my workout.

Today's task: A Workout
Jillian Michael's Ripped in 30 Week 2 Workout
For Day 11 of Ripped in 30, I did the Week 2 workout.

Equipment needed: one set of hand weights (light)

I forgot to mention that in this workout, Jillian does one of my pet peeves.  She starts and ends exercises on one side, meaning if you follow her, you will be lopsided, because you work one side more than the other.

Also, Jillian forgot to switch up the High Low Jab Cross combination to the other side, so you end up doing the combination with the right foot forward both times.

Workouts done for Week 2: 4

Link to workout DVD from:
http://www.amazon.com/Jillian-Michaels-Ripped-30/dp/B004CRR9IS/ref=sr_1_1_ha?ie=UTF8&qid=1367818004&sr=8-1&keywords=ripped+in+30

Quote from:

http://www.motivationalwellbeing.com/positive-motivational-quote.html

Day 10: Ripped in 30 May 15th

"The great pleasure in life is doing what people say you cannot do." - Walter Bagehot

Today's Update:  
I do not feel like working out, but I want to stay ahead of my workouts this week.  Please remind me to go to bed earlier. I am tired.

Today's task: A Workout
Jillian Michael's Ripped in 30 Week 2 Workout
For Day 10 of Ripped in 30 I did the Week 2 workout.

Equipment needed: one set of hand weights (light)

I felt better after my workout. Yay!

Workouts done for Week 2: 3

Link to workout DVD from:
http://www.amazon.com/Jillian-Michaels-Ripped-30/dp/B004CRR9IS/ref=sr_1_1_ha?ie=UTF8&qid=1367818004&sr=8-1&keywords=ripped+in+30

Quote from:

http://www.motivationalwellbeing.com/positive-motivational-quote.html

Day 9: Ripped in 30 May 14th

"Don't bother just to be better than your contemporaries or predecessors.  Try to be better than yourself." - William Faulkner

Today's Update:  
My triceps are sore and my neck is feeling better.

Today's task: A Workout
Jillian Michael's Ripped in 30 Level 1
For Day 9 of Ripped in 30, I did the Week 2 workout.

Equipment needed: one set of hand weights (light)

I should make a comment that Jillian looks great in this DVD.  The set for the workouts is higher budget, and the workout wear is now more streamline.  It's a lot better than 30 Day Shred where Jillian  wore sweat pants.

Workouts done for Week 2: 2

Link to workout DVD from:
http://www.amazon.com/Jillian-Michaels-Ripped-30/dp/B004CRR9IS/ref=sr_1_1_ha?ie=UTF8&qid=1367818004&sr=8-1&keywords=ripped+in+30

Quote from:

http://www.motivationalwellbeing.com/positive-motivational-quote.html

Day 8: Ripped in 30 May 13th

"There's no substitute for hard work." - Thomas Edison

Today's Update:  
The first day of Week 2 workout.  I am excited to try.

Today's task: A Workout
Jillian Michael's Ripped in 30 Week 2
For Day 8 of Ripped in 30 I did the Week 2 workout.

Equipment needed: one set of hand weights (light)

The first day was a good workout.

Actual time of 24 minute workout was 31 minutes with a 30 second introduction.  Better timing than Week 1, but still no where near the 24 minutes on the DVD sleeve.

Workouts done for Week 2: 1

Link to workout DVD from:
http://www.amazon.com/Jillian-Michaels-Ripped-30/dp/B004CRR9IS/ref=sr_1_1_ha?ie=UTF8&qid=1367818004&sr=8-1&keywords=ripped+in+30

Quote from:

http://ecosalon.com/40-quotes-on-new-beginnings-starts/

Day 7: Ripped in 30 May 12th

"Slow down and everything you are chasing will come around and catch you." - John De Paola

Today's Update:  
I managed to rest some today and get out in my garden. It was a good day.

Today's task: A Workout
Jillian Michael's Ripped in 30 Level 1
Day 7 of Ripped in 30, I took a rest day.

Workouts done for Week 1: 5

Link to workout DVD from:
http://www.amazon.com/Jillian-Michaels-Ripped-30/dp/B004CRR9IS/ref=sr_1_1_ha?ie=UTF8&qid=1367818004&sr=8-1&keywords=ripped+in+30

Quote from:

http://www.quotegarden.com/stress.html

Day 6: Ripped in 30 May 11

"The road ahead is a long one, but you must keep going.  Better things are just around the corner! Just take it one step at a time..." - Unknown

Today's Update:  
A beautiful day and I worked out and worked in the garden.  Ahh!

Today's task: A Workout
Jillian Michael's Ripped in 30 Level 1
For day 6 of Ripped in 30 I did the Week 1 workout.

Equipment needed: one set of hand weights (light)

I am feeling good about getting back in the swing of things.

Workouts done for Week 1: 5

Link to workout DVD from:
http://www.amazon.com/Jillian-Michaels-Ripped-30/dp/B004CRR9IS/ref=sr_1_1_ha?ie=UTF8&qid=1367818004&sr=8-1&keywords=ripped+in+30

Quote from:

http://www.searchquotes.com/search/Keep_Going/

Day 5: Ripped in 30 May 10th

" Keep your spirits up and stay positive in all you are doing... Hard work will always pay off. Keep going!" - Unknown

Today's Update:  
I am feeling a bit more sane this week.  I think the workouts are helping.

Today's task: A Workout
Jillian Michael's Ripped in 30 Week 1 Workout
For Day 5 of Ripped in 30 is the Week 1 workout.

Equipment needed: one set of hand weights (light)

I am feeling stronger today.  Thank you Jillian.

Workouts done for Week 1: 4

Link to workout DVD from:
http://www.amazon.com/Jillian-Michaels-Ripped-30/dp/B004CRR9IS/ref=sr_1_1_ha?ie=UTF8&qid=1367818004&sr=8-1&keywords=ripped+in+30

Quote from:

http://www.searchquotes.com/search/Keep_Going/

Day 4: Ripped in 30 May 9th

"Don't stop because you're tired.  Keep going because you're almost there." - Ritu Ghatourey

Today's Update:  
My neck is a bit sore today. I wonder if it is because of the "Good Mornings" with the weight behind my neck.

Today's task: A Workout
Jillian Michael's Ripped in 30 Week 1
For Day 4 of Ripped in 30, I did a Week 1 workout.

Equipment needed: one set of hand weights (light)

I am getting more comfortable with the moves.  It feels good to get back into the swing of things.

Workouts done for Week 1 so far: 3

Link to workout DVD from:
http://www.amazon.com/Jillian-Michaels-Ripped-30/dp/B004CRR9IS/ref=sr_1_1_ha?ie=UTF8&qid=1367818004&sr=8-1&keywords=ripped+in+30

Quote from:

http://www.searchquotes.com/search/Keep_Going/

Day 3: Ripped in 30 May 8th

"Your present circumstances don't determine where you can go; they merely determine where you start." - Nido Qubein

Today's Update:  
I am looking forward to the workout.

Today's task: A Workout
Jillian Michael's Ripped in 30 Week 1
So, for this DVD, each week Jillian recommends 5 to 6 workouts per week.

Equipment needed: one set of hand weights (light)

It feels good to get back in the groove.

Actual time of the supposed 24 minute workout was 34 minutes (with all the transitions between moves and segments.)  There was 3 minutes of talking in the beginning of this workout.

Workouts done for Week 1: 2

Link to workout DVD from:
http://www.amazon.com/Jillian-Michaels-Ripped-30/dp/B004CRR9IS/ref=sr_1_1_ha?ie=UTF8&qid=1367818004&sr=8-1&keywords=ripped+in+30

Quote from:

http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/keywords/start.html

Day 2: Ripped in 30 May 7th

"We can't plan life. All we can do is be available for it." - Lauryn Hill

Today's Update:  
Too much happened today so.. No workout.. :(

Today's task: A Workout
Jillian Michael's Ripped in 30 Week 1
Number of workouts this week: 1

Link to workout DVD from:
http://www.amazon.com/Jillian-Michaels-Ripped-30/dp/B004CRR9IS/ref=sr_1_1_ha?ie=UTF8&qid=1367818004&sr=8-1&keywords=ripped+in+30

Quote from:

http://ecosalon.com/40-quotes-on-new-beginnings-starts/

Day 1: Ripped in 30 May 6th

"Life is not a dress rehearsal. Stop practicing what you're going to do and just go do it.  In one bold stroke you can transform today." - Marilyn Grey

Today's Update:  
Ok.  Day 1 of Ripped in 30.  Let's see if I can keep up with this challenge.

Today's task: A Workout
Jillian Michael's Ripped in 30 Week 1
So Day 1 of Ripped in 30 is Week 1 workout.

Equipment needed: one set of hand weights (light)

The workout starts out with a brief warm up and then a few circuits of Jillian's 3-2-1 program.  3 minutes of strength, 2 minutes of cardio and 1 minute of abs.

Actual time of the supposed 24 minute workout was 37 minutes (with all the transitions between moves and segments.)  Oh Jillian, another DVD that has workouts labelled 24 minutes and actual time is way overblown.

The workout was good.  I felt good after the workout.  I thought it was interesting that the modified version and the advanced version were not too different.

Workouts done for Week 1 so far: 1

Link to workout DVD from:
http://www.amazon.com/Jillian-Michaels-Ripped-30/dp/B004CRR9IS/ref=sr_1_1_ha?ie=UTF8&qid=1367818004&sr=8-1&keywords=ripped+in+30

Quote from:

http://ecosalon.com/40-quotes-on-new-beginnings-starts/

Looking Ahead: Jillian Michaels Ripped in 30 Start Date May 6th

It is coming towards the end of my last challenge.  I have certainly not done too well on this last challenge.  It has made me really think about what I need to stay motivated to exercise and be healthy.  I was doing well with the DVDs.  I suppose that means that I need someone urging me on even if it is a video.

So.. My next challenge is Jillian Michael's Ripped in 30 DVD.  I purchased this DVD a few months ago and have not even taken off the plastic until today.  I have to say.  I do kind of miss Jillian and her commands on the moves to do. She's "America's toughest Trainer."  At least that is what the back of the DVD says.

The specifics:  
Get Ripped with America's Toughest Trainer! Jillian Michael's new DVD Ripped in 30 is a comprehensive 30-day diet and exercise plan designed to get you in the best shape of your life!  Ripped in 30 comprised of four 24-minute workouts based on Jillian's best-selling body shredding 3-2-1 interval system: 3 minutes of strength, 2 minutes of cardio and 1 minute of abs. Each incredible routine has fresh, fun new moves that progress in difficulty over a four-week period (a new workout each week).  You'll start with workout level 1 and advance to workout level 4.  Jillian also shows modified moves for both beginners and advanced athletes in each workout. All you have to do to get sick, insane, crazy amazing results fast is stick with the Ripped in 30 diet and exercise program for 30 days.  Get ready to get Ripped!

Equipment needed for this challenge: one set of light weights and one set of heavy weights.

Link to meal plan for Ripped in 30:
http://www.jillianmichaels.com/fit/ripped-in-30-dvd-meal-plan?promo=021754D4-788F-4C01-A42D-74C56A831274

Goals for this challenge:
Get back into exercise mode and stay motivated this time!  I would really like to get rid of this belly again.  Wish me luck!

The Workout Plan:
Jillian recommends doing the workout for 5 or 6 times a week progressing through each level (there are 4 of them) each week.
Monday - workout
Tuesday - workout
Wednesday - rest
Thursday -workout
Friday - rest
Saturday - workout
Sunday - workout

Day 30: Beach Body Bootcamp May 5th

"Focus on the journey, not the destination. Joy is found not in finishing an activity but in doing it." - Greg Anderson

Today's Update:  
The final day of this challenge.  Phew! I am glad.  I didn't fare that well in this challenge.

Today's task: Cardio Day
Day 30 of the Beach Body Bootcamp program is a cardio day.

I was able to do the Seriously Sizzling cardio workout with the music provided by the motion traxx on the iTunes app.

Link to music with cues for workout:
Use the Beach Body Option music from March 2011
https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/motion-traxx-upbeat-workout/id300391393

Quote from:
http://bestcardioworkouts.com/?tag=motivational-fitness-quotes

Day 29: Beach Body Bootcamp May 4th

"The hardest thing about exercise is to start doing it.  Once you are doing exercise regularly, the hardest thing is to stop it." - Erin Gray

Today's Update:  
I am out of my exercise routine again.  But I am hoping to get back into it with the next challenge.

Today's task: Toning Day
Day 29 of the Beach Body Bootcamp program is a toning day.

I didn't do the toning workout today. I felt that I need more cardio and I had to get things going in my garden.  30 minutes of cardio with the motiontraxx mix and 1 1/2 hours digging in the garden.

Quote from:
http://bestcardioworkouts.com/?tag=motivational-fitness-quotes

Day 28: Beach Body Bootcamp May 3rd

"Women need real moments of solitude and self-reflection to balance out how much of ourselves we give away." - Barbara de Angelis

Today's Update:  
I am in serious need of some alone time unfortunately that was not in the cards.  Too much to do today.

Today's task: Rest Day
Day 28 of the Beach Body Bootcamp program is a rest day.

It was a nice spring day today and so I went on a nice long 40 minute walk with my little one.

Quote from:
http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/keywords/balance.html#1qKeHEEeJhbsTfRL.99

Day 27: Beach Body Bootcamp May 2nd

"We do not stop exercising because we grow old - we grow old because we stop exercising." - Dr. Kenneth Cooper

Today's Update:  
I really need to get moving today!

Today's task: Cardio Day
Day 27 of the Beach Body Bootcamp program is a cardio day.

I was able to do the Seriously Sizzling cardio workout with the music provided by the motion traxx on the iTunes app.

Link to music with cues for workout:
Use the Beach Body Option music from March 2011
https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/motion-traxx-upbeat-workout/id300391393

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Day 26: Beach Body Bootcamp May 1st

"Walking is the best possible exercise. Habituate yourself to walk very fast." - Thomas Jefferson

Today's Update:  
It is another day...  I am trying to cultivate more gratitude for what I have.

Today's task: Toning Day
Day 26 of the Beach Body Bootcamp program is a toning day.

I didn't do the toning workout today. I did go for a nice walk with my little one.

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