Oldschool41 :  Well, I put 5 because I can't do those very well.  *blushes*  I feel so pathetic when I try to do push ups or sit ups.  LOL  The weird thing is that I used to be VERY in shape and I had very fit arms.  However, over the past five years of bad eating and no longer being in a position that requires physical labor..... well I'm all flab and chub now..  haha!

I'll have to look into P90x since you and Resuri make two positive feedbacks.  I have pretty decent stamina... I just lack strength and fitness.  I'm a pretty stubborn person though, and I push myself as far as I can and usually then some.  I have various techniques that help me push past that threshold of discomfort.  (Not to unhealthy extremes!  I mean this in a healthy way.  LOL)

Thus, I appreciate your advice to try more push ups, and it really encourages me that you cared enough to suggest it. It's just that I can barely do one or two.  (So embarrassing!)   I'm going to take your advice and shoot for ten, but group them in pairs spread throughout the day.

 thought the chair dips were a substitute for them though(?), and I can do chair dips alright.
Do you know of any substitutes off the top of your head?

I actually ADORE biking. But I don't have a biking machine or an actual bike.  

Singelli : 10 sounds like a good amount. Don't worry if you can't complete all 10 perfectly, just do as much as you can perfectly; then "cheat" to the finish (its discouraged, but it will help out long term as you should gain more muscle to do all 10 perfectly).

Actually, pushups tend to work the chest muscles. Pushups do help with the tricep mucsles, but I believe Dips are better for working the triceps. (I could be wrong as I don't really do chair dips as I tend to do barbell curls for my arm exercise.)

I would suggest that if you want another exercise, that doing Pushdowns would help. But that requires certain exercise machines to do that. If you do have weights, then you might be able to do Skull Crusher tricep extensions (the name sounds worse then the actual exercise).

I don't really know how to do that exercise thou. I would say that you should do a Youtube search or google search it to get the proper way of how to do it.

warmaker : Haha... I actually DID notice that but kept my peace about it.  LOL  It's funny though, yes.  However, I won't turn down good advice and it was done in good spirit I think.

As for your offer.... I'd LOVE it.  I'd love to get as many people as possible, so that we can encourage each other, check up on each other, and give advice.  I was planning on posting what I do each day, and my weight to keep an active record of how long it takes me to lose what.

I agree that exercise is majorly stress relieving.  Though I didn't mention it, this is actually part of the reason I want so badly to pick the habit back up.  I've been so stressed and discouraged that I think it will help lift my overall spirit and motivation.

Oldschool41 :
I always felt like 'cheating' didn't do any good, but I guess I should.  However, I'm going to push myself to do the best that I can.  I'll also look into the exercises you mentioned... thanks again!

I was trying to give my advice in a matter in which I would be helping, I didn't mean to sound bossy. I apologize if I did so.
Good luck to everyone! ^-^
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My goal is to be to a size 5/3 by the end of the 2 weeks.  I'm a size 7 now. I dont know how much I weight. I think the reason why I have been gaining a lot of weight in such a short period of time is because when I come home from school I eat and right after I'll take naps and the food is not digesting causing me to gain weight. >.<
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I plan to eat 1,500 calories,  drink 5 bottles of water, 3 fruits, 2 glasses of milk,  and have 3 meals everyday. 
 
Here is my schedule for those two weeks.

Week 1:
Monday: P90X cardio video(45 min), P90X abs video(20 min), Walking(1 hour), Just Dance(15 min)
Tuesday: P90X cardio video(45 min), Blogilates(30 min),  Walking(1 hour), Just Dance(20 min)
Wednesday: Walking(1 hour), Weights(20 min), Jump rope(15 min), Just Dance(20 min)
Thursday: P90X cardio video(45 min), P90X abs video(20 min), Walking(1 hour), Just Dance(20 min)
Friday: Blogilates(30 min), Walking(1 hour), P90X abs video(20 min),Just Dance(15 min)
Saturday: Walking(1 hour), Weights(30 min),Just Dance(20 min)
Sunday: Walking(1 hour),Just Dance(20 min)

Week 2:
Monday: P90X plyometrics (?? min), Walking(1 hour), Just Dance(20 min)
Tuesday: Walking(1 hour), Just Dance(20 min),Jump rope(15 min)
Wednesday: Walking(1 hour), Weights(30 min),Just Dance(20 min), P90X abs video(20 min)
Thursday: P90X cardio video(45 min), Blogilates(30 min),  Walking(1 hour), Just Dance(20 min)
Friday: P90X plyometrics (?? min), Walking(1 hour), Just Dance(15 min)
Saturday: Walking(1 hour),  Blogilates(30 min),Just Dance(20 min),Jump rope(10 min)
Sunday: Walking(1 hour),Just Dance(20 min),Jump rope(15 min)

 

Sure, I will help you with your resolve.

Eirinn :
mrfe :
Resuri :
warmaker :
thing1 :

Although warmaker has a head start on this, I just wanted to remind everyone that we are starting tomorrow! I'm very excited and plan to get on the treadmill as soon as I wake up tomorrow.  I guess from what Resuri and warmaker posted, we will each be completing our own goals. As stands, these are mine:

30+ minutes on the treadmill first thing in the morning
shower and then some tuna before 200 lunges and 30 dips
before lunch: 25 sit ups
after lunch: an hour long walk (if it's not too cold and my husband is okay with it)
spread throughout the day in pairs: 10 push ups
before bed: the skull crusher tricep extensions Oldschool told me about (though I only have very small weights, it can't hurt!)

My current weight: 161.4 pounds

Good luck everyone!  I plan on posting what I did or did not stick to, and I'll be checking up on you all!  

Oldschool41 : Thanks for the suggestion.  I only have very small weights, but I still think it's a good exercise to do with them or something else with some weight to it. I added it to my goal... so thank you!

Alright. Here are my goals: 

Alright, my goals. I would like to do an hour's hard walk (hopefully 3-4 miles), 50 situps, 10 pushups, and 150 curls with weights. Thanks for summoning me. I'll start in the morning. I'll update my goals regularly, but this is a starting point.
Edit: Goals lowered because of my wrist.

warmaker : .... Wow!  I can't wait until I'm in shape enough to do that!  LOL  I rolled around in bed for a bit, and truly honestly, the only reason I was able to make myself get up is because of this thread.  

I got on the treadmill for 30 minutes, and I only spent half the time in a heavy jog.  15 minutes were spent at a speed of 5.5mph, and 15 minutes were spent at either 3.0 mph and 3.5 mph.  Usually I use some sort of incline, but I hadn't been on the treadmill for so long that I didn't want to push myself TOO badly, so my incline was 0%.

I didn't break into a heavy sweat, but I was doing some pretty heavy breathing and almost got a stitch in my side.  

I'm totally enthralled by what you've done.... 7 miles in an hour?  WOW!  I really, really want to be in shape like you are!  LOL

Treadmill time: 30mins
Distance: 2.196 miles
Inline 0%
Calories burned: 293

I also did 50 lunges before I realized JUST how long I haven't been in the habit of exercising.  >.<  I actually want to get on the treadmill again later today before I finish the lunges.  I feel great, and so awake!

mrfe :
Resuri :
thing1 :
Eirinn :

How are you all faring so far?

I haven't had breakfast yet, but I'm eager to finish the rest of my list by the end of the day.  

Singelli : Feeling my non-in-shape-ness... Posted on your profile.

Singelli : honestly, I do not plan on working out until I get to my other grandparents, and I play with the dogs, because they will work you out if  you let them.

Lol I actually thought it started on the 24th. xD Oh well I started back on my routines today, since I'm now in the new place. I'll browse around a bit and see what I'm supposed to post about my plans (don't want to post too much unneeded info, as I keep track of calorie, protein, and fiber intake, and calories burned, workout reps, and a few other things). In fact, if you don't mind could you clear that up for me? I apologize if you already have, I just skimmed through, as I'm busy babysitting my nephew right now.

Eirinn :  Oh that's my fault.  Originally I suggested the 24th because it's my first weekday off.  I wasn't thinking about the fact that the weekend precedes the 24th, so I changed my mind unofficially about the start date.  So sorry!

As far as your plans, I thought it would be neat if everyone did the same thing, but it became clear that wasn't going to happen.  So just post however you like.  I actually would find it interesting to see how you're going to keep track of it in your own way.

A for me, yesterday was slightly disappointing.  
I had a VERY bad afternoon.. and.... Well let's just say I spent about 6.5 hours walking, trying to get as far away from the city as I could.  By the time I got lost and was picked up by my husband, it was past 11pm and I went to bed.  My feet are blistered because I was wearing socks that are too large and they kept folding up under my feet, and I was wearing my work shoes which have wide heels.  Also, needless to say, I am VERY sore right now.  

So treadmill isn't exactly an option this morning....  But I'll try and do the rest.



This morning's weight: 161.2 pounds

Yesterday's accomplishments:
Treadmill time: 30mins
Distance: 2.196 miles
Inline 0%
Calories burned: 293

6.5 hour walk
(I'm guessing that equates to between 15 and 18 miles since I walk comfortably at about 3 miles an hour, but had to slow down at the end due to blisters and sore thigh joints)

14 chair dips
50 walking lunges

Today:
Nothing so far.  I only just got up.  Not sure I can do the lunges, so I'll most likely stick with chair dips, push ups, sit ups, and the skull crushers.

Singelli : I did 150 curls, 10 pushups, 40 situps, and an hours walk yesterday. Didn't finish my goals because I messed up my wrist. Hoping I'll be able to put weight on it today. We'll see.

The Trick About Work-outs That gives results every time?
The work-outs have to revolve around your daily routine. "Thing-1" Mentioned Army P.T. standards and his scores (not bad dude.). I tend to set myself up to standards too, but I'm a little more conventional.(Did all of my Impressive work when I was In my Twenties. Sue Me.)
My 2-mile run is 16 minutes at best. At worst its 16 minutes and 45 seconds.
(Keep in mind the worst you can do at all times. It keeps a sharp mind full of options when the odds are not favourable.)
My Sit-ups are at 60 in 2 minutes. (And not a single one more. Teenagers might be able to do more but I'm in my 30's. Screw it.)
My Push-ups are at 60 in 2 minutes at average.(Some days I do more. Others I do Less. Never under 50 though.)
My Chin-ups are at 9-12 per day. As I do allot of Labor at my J.O.B....It's enough.
Any "hoot". I discovered that if I don't watch my diet I loose too much weight.
Anybody read that?
The Army P.T. tests cause me to loose five pounds in a day. (If I'm doing what the standards dictate.)
For those that can't afford to feed that kind of abuse... The P.T. test may not be the best work out for you. I have had worse workouts. Some even forced me to spend $600.00 Bucks on food for myself every month and still I have yet to gain a single pound beyond 152. Still results are the Request of the day. So, Google the P.T. standards and build yourself up to being able to meet them and do that routine 3 times a week. I'm certain you will get the desired effects. But Don't Forget to build Yourself Up to the Task FIRST.
My best trick for the desired results for "getting TO standards" is to do double the reps and forget about how much time is needed till your personal weekly practice test.
But as stated before you need to be continuing that kind of activity "Practically" for any of the advice to be effective. (And to keep the weight off.)
If You are not expecting Combat but are expecting to be in need of "pepper-spray" at all times when you are done with the workout... then by all means go for it.
I suggest getting known exercises in your regular activities. Like strapping on Weights to your wrists when doing laundry (I do this all the time) or Not bending the back but bending the Knees when doing sink or counter top chores. Doing sit-ups when watching T.V. is hard. Doing Bench Dips isn't.(Try to do 50 in less than 2 minutes for a goal.) Running can be replaced with swimming but beware. Swimming makes people Very Hungry. Another alternative would be to pick up a part time job that gives a work out. (Like bike messengers.)
My Workout that required a monthly grocery bill of $600.00 was a tenure at "Home Depot" (Graveyard Shift). There I had to Dead Lift about 20,000 ponds of product every night.
It's the only job I needed two sets of clothes plus a sweat towel for.
But That's my tip for the needy on this subject.
I like everyone's response to this post.
I hope my answers are accepted with understanding. I mean no harm or "Ill Will".
Good Luck To All.
I'm Done. Stick A Fork In Me.
Peace.