I think sculpting needs a t, never heard of body sculping
Other than that, the problem I see is a greater chance of burning out on going to the gym at all. Try adding a fourth day for a few weeks, or add in something completely different like swimming.
Monday -- Aerobics and body sculpting w/weights
Wednesday -- Stretch, Zumba dance, body sculpting
Friday -- Aerobics and body sculpting or Aquacise (pool)
Sunday -- Zumba dance
Ok, I'll take Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday off and see if it makes a difference. I know that I have to keep at least 24 hours in between working the muscle groups with the weights. That is why I chose the sculpting classes on Mon, Wed, and Fri. I'll leave a choice on Friday.
no idea.. i'm a little lazy here lately. I dug 8 holes 18inches deep for my back deck the other day and I hurt now with a bad sunburn... on top of that they are all little ponds now cause of 2 days straight of rain.
Sava700 wrote:no idea.. i'm a little lazy here lately. I dug 8 holes 18inches deep for my back deck the other day and I hurt now with a bad sunburn... on top of that they are all little ponds now cause of 2 days straight of rain.
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I would say just try and mix it up a bit. Every 3 weeks try and change your schedule and workouts. Get about 3 different 3 week workouts in and then put them in rotation.
Easto wrote: I would say just try and mix it up a bit. Every 3 weeks try and change your schedule and workouts. Get about 3 different 3 week workouts in and then put them in rotation.
That is a good idea
Easto wrote:A nice long walk is always good.
I do that in between anyway plus I have a nice long walk in my morning/evening commute.
If I can make a suggestion - taking a 4/3 on/off schedule might put a bit more strain on your body than you want, on that first day after the long weekend. A lot of people (self inclusive) that I know have found that an alternating on/off day schedule makes it easier to follow through, decreases soreness, and generally helps them stay energetic and not feel run-down at the end of their 'week', such as it is.
I don't know if it's right for you, but it's worth a shot.
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Paft wrote:If I can make a suggestion - taking a 4/3 on/off schedule might put a bit more strain on your body than you want, on that first day after the long weekend. A lot of people (self inclusive) that I know have found that an alternating on/off day schedule makes it easier to follow through, decreases soreness, and generally helps them stay energetic and not feel run-down at the end of their 'week', such as it is.
I don't know if it's right for you, but it's worth a shot.
No pain no gain. Actually it's quite true but you shouldn't go INTO a workout in pain. It's ok to be a little sore after a heavy workout but you shouldn't go into the next one with pain.
So too much exercise is when you don't allow your body to heal and go into a workout in pain. Pain can lead to injuries, poor performance, poor technique, bad habits as a result of compensating, etc.
Just listen to your body. Anytime you feel less than stellar...just go for a walk instead. that way you still feel good about yourself and keep motivated to do more.
No pain no gain. Actually it's quite true but you shouldn't go INTO a workout in pain. It's ok to be a little sore after a heavy workout but you shouldn't go into the next one with pain.
So too much exercise is when you don't allow your body to heal and go into a workout in pain. Pain can lead to injuries, poor performance, poor technique, bad habits as a result of compensating, etc.
Just listen to your body. Anytime you feel less than stellar...just go for a walk instead. that way you still feel good about yourself and keep motivated to do more.
I wouldn't let anyone else tell u what is too much and what is not enough. At work we go to the gym every work day. So pretty much monday through friday. As long as u are enjoying what u are doing enough to do it regularly then do it. If you have problems with your joints or something then choose low impact exercises. even if u do the same muscle groups everyday u will be fine u just might not improve as fast without a break for that group. But things like abs u can work out daily. If something starts getting sore, give that area a break for a day or too. Listen to your body, it will let u know if something is being overworked. Otherwise unless u are doing body building or something ur good. If you are doing dance or arobics daily and u want to do it everyday then do it until your body gives u a sign that its too much.
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This is too much excercise and it's only day one of three!
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I agree with you Meggie. I had so much fun at my Zumba dance class last night and I really got into it. I am feeling it today and decided not to dance tonight. I was girating my hips all over the dance floor. LOL!
I'll do something over the weekend. I am combining aerobic with sculpting with weights. 4x aerobic and 2x with weights to start.
I am getting some results. The waist of my jeans is loose.
I still don't understand. I drink plenty of water and I am still achy. Saturday morning did me in. I had a 30 minute "below the belt" class, 1 hour cardio-Jazz, and sculpting with weights.
I danced Zumba on Sunday.
Today, every time I get up and sit down on my chair, the only thing you hear is owwww....ohhhhh....owwwww lolol!
Shouldn't this be less intense by now??? Come on you fitness freaks. I know there are a few of you out there. Educate me.
Tuesday -- (cardio) start a 1.5 hour walk with a friend of mine. (elliptical, treadmill, StairMaster) or good ole fashion on the street
Wednesday -- Body sculpting (1 hour) followed by Kukuwa (african/caribbean) dance (45 minutes)
Thursday -- Zumba (1 hour) AND 30 mins of cardio
Friday -- Zumba (1 hour)
Saturday -- "Below the Belt" (abdominal workout) 30 minutes, Cardio Jazz (1 hour), and Body sculpting (45 min)
Sunday -- Zumba
I just started Saturday....
The sculpting classes are with hand held weights and a weight bar. I don't like using machines.
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imo, free weights are better to use. it should take at least 2 weeks to iron out the aches and sore muscles. go slow and easy for the first couple weeks and then pick it up the next two weeks and then go balls to the wall.
imo, free weights are better to use. it should take at least 2 weeks to iron out the aches and sore muscles. go slow and easy for the first couple weeks and then pick it up the next two weeks and then go balls to the wall.
I've been doing this (with the exception of Saturday) for almost 3 months.
I need to go over my supplements with my doc. Thanks Gix.
