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I got up to 3 mins 30 seconds so far....I was suppose to rest today but since i rested yesterday I'm back at it tonight.

I know I'm late but Zumba is my favorite cardio exercise. I was addicted after first having the gastric bypass. LOL. I go to several instructors and they're all different. Some show you moves more than others, then some are like you better keep coming and watch. If you keep going to the same classes you will eventually be very fluent in your movements. Glad you liked. :-)

Thanks. ..I'm at 90s today and start 120s tomorrow. I plank to music and have timer on phone. It's getting hard. ..lol

Great job TerryBelieves! I'm still at 90s today and tomorrow. ..then up to 120s! :-)

Come on Sophiepants we can do this!...lol

Seela did you like Zumba? :-)

Hey gamegirl, I'm very late but in for the plank challenge. I've been doing one since Jan. 1st too. I'm at 60s so far! :-)

I've been doing well with my plank challenge. I'm at 60s again tonight. I didn't started feeling it until around day number 7 and my body was like "OH BOY" LOL...any who hope everyone is doing well with their January challenges as well!

I work fulltime, 4 children, and in nursing school. I just had to make working out apart of my daily routine. It wasn't easy at first but it had to be done!

Hello everyone, ok going for the plank challenge this month. I've been succeeding so far! :-) I'm up to 60s today. I'm gonna try and get as close to the chart as possible, I really need more upper body strength. I hope all can see attachment and jump on board if you like! GOOD LUCK! [ATTACH]40066[/ATTACH]

Thanks countrygirl for advice. I'm gonna start there. :-)

I had my surgery June 2012 and it seems that my wanting for sugar (sweets) is greater since. Sweets have always been a struggle for me even before surgery, but now my "need" is more. Any suggestions to help with cravings?

It is all good. The coaches will ease you into it. Number one rule is not to compare yourself to others as there will always be stronger, faster or weaker, slower folks. It is about your progression and goals. However, I do admit I look up to a lot of athletes at my box, super impressed by what they can do. I make it a point to learn from others where I can and always remember that today is a day to improve in some way. Not every day will be a good day and some days you have to force rest onto yourself to avoid overtraining or rest because you feel broken. You listen to your body and do the best you can. Thanks to all for the great info..I will keep you updated! :-)

So sorry to hear about your son but glad everything checked out ok. Hope the rest of your holiday is better. Yes, please push those fluids...so important. :-)

Shoot I'm nervous about this crossfit training but I'm definitely up for the challenge and excited as well. :-)

Hey look on.Groupon and see if any places in your area are located on there. :-)

My son's barber was telling me about cross fit...I wanna try it real soon. I'll use it for toning and my Zumba for cardio.

I haven't done half the exercises I planned on this month...gosh darn workaholic..lol...I'm starting the plank challenge over next month and gonna stick to it!

thanks. :-)

True. A pound of fat weighs the same as a pound of muscle. But if you have an equal VOLUME of fat and muscle, the muscle will WEIGH more. This matters because a 200 pound man at 15% body fat will wear a smaller pants size than another 200 pound man at 25% body fat. This is why I don't give a rip what the scale says. Body fat percentage is a true indicator of health and a lower percentage results in a smaller body. How do you measure body fat?

The classes are a great idea....I do a lot of Zumba!

I have not been good this month in reference to this challenge I tried to commit to. I'm supposed to be doing th plank challenge and haven't started yet! I've been to Zumba a couple time this month but that's about it. I really have to do better but time is just not on my side right now....lol...just a quick vent this am! HAVE A GREAT DAY!

My mom and sis tried talking me out if it but my kids were very supportive. They were nervous but happy for me. Some people are hating on the low so they will try and discourage you. It's sad to say but it's true. My family is very happy for me now, so I'm thinking they were just nervous about the outcome. I don't regret one day. :-)

you're welcome! :-) oh I just hate when the kids are sick. That flu gives you the blues...it just makes you feel miserable.

also hope your baby feels better soon! :-)