So .. what am I up to now?

So .. what am I up to now?

Today I thought I would take you down a journey with me on my newest venture - What you mean your not surprised that I have ANOTHER new venture ?? Isn't that really what my life is comprised of!

We have talked so much over the last 20 or so posts the importance of living a balanced life style, eating properly, getting in some physical activity and Understanding the Importance of Working Out.

It will be highly beneficial to realize the possible benefits of including workout exercises into your schedule - even those with the most hectic days can still find time for health.

That brings me to todays post - Did you know that I work 2 full time jobs, not only that I have a home to care, 2 children and a husband (who has a broken foot) Yet I still manage to find time to squeeze in my personal care. Today I started a new training opportunity which over the next 8 weeks I will be working out 2 times a week in the great outdoors in a Booty BootCamp!!! 

Today was day one: We (Misha and I) arrived an hour early for measurements and a small meet and greet - then we all got started.  Needless to say an hour early my arms are SORE! I do have an advantage over Misha and the other ladies as I am taking my Alkalete; however at the moment I am only taking 2 grams and I need to increase that to 3 to be optimum for my body weight.  

Here is some more info on the actual boot camp we are partaking in!

Results you can look forward to once you've completed camp are:

• Up to 16 lbs weight reduction
• 1 - 6 inches reduced in your thighs, midsection, and arms
• A boost in your immune system, and a decrease in sick days
• 25 - 100% increase in strength and stamina
• An energized yet relaxed feeling...

This Boot Camp welcomes women of all ages and levels of fitness, and provides a total-body workout (each session is 1 hour) that combines:

• Circuit training
• Hand-to-hand cardio combat (no contact)
• Core strengthening
• Body sculpting
• Yoga

To target trouble spots and sculpt you from head-to-toe.

I have my measurements recorded in my planner/book they provided and look forward to sharing the updates with you so you can come along my journey with me :) 

Cheers to all my friends, 

Ashley

Tips to get physically active

Provided by Heart and Stroke Foundation

Tips to get physically active

If you're reading this article, you've probably already decided that 's time to make physical activity a regular part of your life – or you're looking to get more ideas to boost your regular physical activity program. The Heart and Stroke Foundation recommends that adults get 30 to 60 minutes of physical activity a day, most days of the week. Children should be active 60 to 90 minutes a day, most days of the week. Try to fit physical activity throughout your day by walking to work, taking a physical activity break at lunch time, going for an after-dinner stroll. Small chunks of time devoted to physical activity make it easy and fun – not a chore.

Physical activity is important for heart health. It can help lower your blood pressure, control cholesterol levels and strengthen your heart. Check with your healthcare provider before starting an exercise program.

Tip #1
If you're just starting out, go slow and work up gradually. Make sure you have an action plan for each season, so that the weather doesn't get in the way. (See winter and fall suggestions below.) Work physical activity into your daily life in little ways by stretching at your desk, playing catch with your kids when you get home or dancing to your favourite music.

Tip #2
List the activities you like (swimming? bowling? biking?) and the rewards you hope to gain (better heart health, reduced stress). Then plan how to make them part of your daily routine. At work, carve out time to swim a few laps at the local community centre. If you have children, ask your family, friends or neighbours to pitch in to watch the kids while you take that dance class you've always wanted to take.

Tip #3
Involve your family and friends in your physical activity program. Start a hiking club with your book club members. Grab your spouse every night after dinner for a brisk walk around the neighbourhood. You'll gain support and companionship. You don't need to go it alone.

Tip #4
Keep at it, and within three months or less, you'll notice a big difference in your level of fitness. You'll feel better, have more energy, sleep more soundly and reduce your stress.

Here are some physical activities you may want to make a regular habit:

SPRING AND SUMMER

• Biking
• Gardening
• Golfing
• Hiking
• Inline skating
• Playing baseball, basketball, Frisbee, kickball, soccer, tag, volleyball
• Skipping rope
• Swimming
• Tennis
• Walking
• Water aerobics (aqua fitness)

FALL AND WINTER

• Bowling
• Dancing
• Ice skating
• Lifting weights
• Mall walking
• Playing hockey
• Skiing
• Sledding
• Snow shoeing
• Snowboarding
• Stretching
• Tobogganing
• Yoga

OTHER IDEAS

• Bicycle or walk to work
• Climb the stairs instead of taking the escalator or elevator
• Get off the bus or subway a stop earlier and walk to work and home
• Make appointments for walking meetings with your co-workers
• Take the kids to school on foot
• Park the car further away from your destination
• Walk to the corner store, bank and post office
• Wash and wax the car by hand

You can change how you eat – But you need to exercise!!!

What am I doing with my body to tone and sharpen up!

I am a fan of many workout programs but most of the ones I have I have got from Beachbody! I am going to be intertwining P90X with INSANITY on a rotation! Here is what the rotation will look like – and yes this goes way past the 30-days for the challenge this is part of our lifestyle change!

Phase 1 
Weeks 1-3 

1.      P90X Chest & Back / Cardio Abs

2.     Insanity Plyo Cardio Circuit

3.     P90X Shoulder & Arms / Cardio Abs

4.     Insanity Cardio Recovery

5.     P90X Legs and Back / Cardio Abs

6.     Insanity Pure Cardio P90X

7.     Rest or X Stretch

Week 4

1.      Insanity Core Cardio

2.     P90X Core Synergistics

3.     Insanity Core Cardio & Balance

4.     P90X X Stretch

5.     Insanity Core Cardio

6.     Core Synergistics

7.     Rest or X Stretch

Phase 2 
Weeks 5 – 7 

1.      P90X Chest Shoulders & Tri’s / Cardio Abs

2.     Insanity Power & Resistance

3.     P90X Back & Biceps / Cardio Abs

4.     Insanity Cardio Recovery

5.     P90X Legs & Back / Cardio Abs

6.     Insanity Pure Cardio

7.     Rest or X Stretch

Week 8

1.      Insanity Core Cardio

2.     P90X Core Synergistics

3.     Insanity Core Cardio & Balance

4.     P90X X Stretch

5.     Insanity Core Cardio

6.     P90X Core Synergistics

7.     Rest or X Stretch

Phase 3 
Weeks 9 and 11

1.      P90X Chest & Back / Cardio Abs*

2.     Insanity Max Interval Plyo

3.     P90X Shoulder & Arms / Cardio Abs*

4.     Insanity Max Recovery

5.     P90X Legs and Back / Cardio Abs*

6.     Insanity Max Cardio Conditioning

7.     Rest or X Stretch

Weeks 10 and 12

1.      P90X Chest Shoulders & Triceps / Cardio Abs*

2.     Insanity Max Interval Circuit

3.     P90X Back & Biceps / Cardio Abs*

4.     Insanity Max Recovery

5.     P90X Legs & Back / Cardio Abs*

6.     Insanity Max Cardio Conditioning

7.     Rest or X Stretch

Final Recovery Week 

1.      Insanity Core Cardio

2.     P90X Core Synergistics

3.     Insanity Core Cardio & Balance*

4.     P90X X Stretch

5.     Insanity Core Cardio

6.     P90X Core Synergistics

7.     Rest or X Stretch

*If you have the DELUXE Package of Insanity, you can replace CARDIO ABS with INSANE ABS, and CORE CARDIO & BALANCE with MAX INTERVAL SPORTS TRAINING (Phase 3 only) 

WHAT ARE YOU DOING FOR EXERCISE!!! HOW OFTEN A WEEK AND HOW MANY HOURS?