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02-11-20, 06:31 PM | |||
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I just finished Imax 3 and am SO GLAD I did it on the platform only because it was HARD enough as it is! Plus I still flub up the footwork in a few places, and she moves pretty fast. I'm going to have to continue doing this on just the platform until I feel comfortable with what's 'coming next' like I am with Imax 2, but then again, I am not sure I'll ever feel the need to add risers. It's intense, intense, INTENSE! |
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02-12-20, 01:10 AM | |
Join Date: May 2004
Location: Modify City, State of Fierce
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Good for you Kittybug!
And yes I don't blame you for laughing about the fall I had. I can laugh about it now, too. So today I did Cathe Xtrain Legs warm-up; Gym style Legs Timesaver 49 min premix; Total body stretch stability ball #1 If you're curious why I bookended Gym Style Legs with Xtrain and Total body stretching because I don't think they have enough for what I need. Once again I have discovered a premix that I prefer to the main workout. It has a nice mix of standing weight work and floorwork. The premix is how I will do this workout from here on out. It definitely has a cardio effect on me, too. . The pace of standing work and floorwork took me by surprise. I don't remember Gym styles being that fast in execution. Tomorrow I won't be doing any Cathes. See everyone again Thursday with back/shoulders and other stuff.
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02-12-20, 12:27 PM | |
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I did Gym Style Legs complete workout and am still feeling it from Monday! I liked that the moves were different, especially floor work using tubing. Seems like recent workouts have moved away from floor work so I think it was good for my muscles to work in that way. I will definitely come back to this one.
Yesterday was Low Max premix Intervals 1-4 and Chest/Triceps Timesaver #1. Kittybug, you are a BEAST for doing ALL OF THOSE PUSH UPS!!!! Today will have to be something quick. I'm thinking just the kickbox section of Kickmax or the blasts from Kickmax. Or Low Max Intervals 4-7. Will have to see how much time I have. Tomorrow I'm going to ATTEMPT Imax 3. I'm dreading it so I may only do Intervals 1-5. I'm going to take yall's advice and only use the platform. My knees are already quaking with FEAR!!! ETA: So Kittybug, are there any other Cathe workouts you would compare to IMax 3 in terms of difficulty? Tabata? HIIT? Crossfire? HIiT Lower Body Circuit? I'm trying to psych myself up!! |
02-12-20, 06:54 PM | |||
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I usually gravitate to more endurance or metabolic training, so this kind of weight lifting is different for me, and I'm really curious how it will pan out! Manleym, I really wish I had liked Kick Max. I don't know if I am comparing it to Kick, Punch, and Crunch which I just ADORE or what, but I never could enjoy it. But I wish I could! And as far as comparison to Imax 3, I feel like Tabata is way worse somehow, but it's been a while since I've done it, so take that with a grain of salt. At least Tabata is shorter than Imax 3, so there is that! I've also only ever done RWH Lower body Circuit, Crossfire, and To The Max one or two times each, and that was a while back, so I can't remember....I know they were all really hard, but as far as comparing, I wouldn't be a reliable source until doing them again! You'll have to let me know your thoughts on Imax 3! |
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02-12-20, 07:26 PM | |
Join Date: May 2004
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Manley I'm cheering you on tomorrow for IMAX!
I can do that from my serene yoga vibe, hehe. kittybug my past experience taught me to really separate the upper body workouts in Gym styles...and I don't even do all the pushups. I alternate the pullups and pushups. I will update you guys on whether I do a premix or the full workout. But I gotta say I love the worked out feeling but not crushed I have been feeling with the premixes.
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02-13-20, 12:44 PM | |
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Hello you Fierce Women!!! I am so proud of what you all do!!! GREAT rotations!
Just a couple of notes: I'm 57 and I am still doing Cathe (and other hard workouts). Keeps me young! I also often just use my riser for new step workouts. Good way to learn the routine without hurting yourself. So I'm not following any specific rotation, just pulling out some older Cathe's that I either haven't done or it's been a long while. Everyone's comments about being so sore is no joke! This week I did Pure Strength Strong Legs & Abs on Tuesday and then did Maximum Intensity Cardio on Wed. My legs, especially inner thighs and hip flexors were SO SORE last night! I mean limping sore! Haven't been that sore for a while. I think I need to schedule my workouts a little better because putting Cathe step cardio after Cathe leg work is wicked (and probably not too bright). Keep up the great work! You have inspired me!
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02-13-20, 12:50 PM | |||
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And again, like you (cuz we were separated at birth ) Kickmax isn't a favorite but I kept it because I found it as HPB (used book store) for 90 cents. I found it and SJP/SB each for 90 cents and they were my 1st Cathe purchases. It's been a LONG time since I've done it and think I'll keep it for the blasts and leg work more than the kickboxing. I didn't do KMax yesterday after all. I did Tracie's Core Movements 4 and it felt great! After doing these heavy weights I needed the stretching, flexibility, and mobility. Thanks Fanofladyvols for the reminder about Tracie's Core Movement workouts! Thanks for the feedback on IMax difficulty, Kittybug. I have done all of Tabata, Crossfire, and RWH Lower Body Circuit so I'm hoping if I can get through all of those I can do all of IMax 3. We'll see though! RWH Lower Body Circuit has a dread factor for me and I have TTM, but don't think I've ever done it. Or maybe just sections, but for some reason I reach for other workouts instead. I know IMax 3 will be tough but am hoping I can get through at least the first half. Quote:
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02-13-20, 02:59 PM | |
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Manleym, AKA my long-lost sister (yes, we were separated at birth!! ), you got those for 90 cents??????? THAT IS SO AWESOME! Wow, I wish I could find some local deals like that! And you and fanofladyvols are making me remember that I have a whole ton of Tracie's workouts like the Grand Totals and others that I bought when they were on a huge sale and I still haven't even tried. Vfer problems, right?
I think you'll be totally fine for Imax 3!! I thought about this last night and realized why I think Tabata is worse...it's like doing blast after blast after blast with hardly any breaks, and the supposed 'breaks' still involve an 8-inch step! Ack!! At least in Imax 3 you get actual step combos that aren't always trying to kill you! |
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