01-20-22, 09:09 AM | |
Join Date: Feb 2014
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I think this is my 3rd year as a Cathe Live subscriber, and I couldn't agree more that this is by far the best use of my time and money.
I only do the weight focused workouts and I can assure you that there are many in the 45 minute range since that's all I do. I have a list, too, that I'd be happy to put together. The search button at the top is great and I think there may be an under 45 minute category. Usually anything with "Express" in the title is near 30 mins. Cathe has been really good about adding modifications in the past year or so. I modify nearly everything, from burpees and planks (I use a sturdy chair) to floor work, and I never do the high impact stuff. I sub in whatever I want. For weights, for upper body, I'm not nearly as strong so I use about half or 3/4 of what Cathe is using. For lower body, I'm stronger there so I use probably 3/4 or what Cathe is using. My highest dumbbell is 15 lbs. There's also a lot more resistance band and loop workouts lately, which I really like. |
01-20-22, 11:35 AM | |
Join Date: May 2004
Location: Modify City, State of Fierce
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Here are some review sites..there may be others..
https://www.fitnessmystyle.com/post/...umerical-order https://2lazy4gym.com/cathe-live/ I know some folks have spreadsheets with personal thoughts that might be a good idea for you to keep As far as modifications, I don't do Cathe lives but I do Cathe workouts and modify frequently. What are you needing to avoid/limit...is it an injury? To lighten intensity in general: Reducing weight for a set, or eliminating the weight entirely for a set or the whole exercise. Focus on form and muscle engagement; Reduce the number of reps; If Cathe props any part of her body or adds hops or jumps.. keep it on the floor or raise up only on your padded forefoot; To save time, eliminate the core work sessions and save for another day; Reduce tempo (similar to reducing reps but for cardio)..do it in two or four beats instead of single, and finally, my favorite.. Just take a water break and do some mobility instead of a set of exercises. I like to do this on the second set. If you meant you needed thoughts in modifying for some other reason, please post. I'm sure someone else will gladly offer thoughts.
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01-20-22, 02:40 PM | |
Join Date: Jan 2016
Location: Northeast
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Here's my list, Zoe. I hope you find it helpful.
I left whatever personal notes I had about the WOs in. I'm not very consistent as far as including equipment needed and/or Cathe's blurb of the WO. Any WO that requires a step, though, I always note, as that is something I often want to know when going in to my WO. I also have a separate list for Bootcamps/cardio & strengths. Would you like those, as well? I find whenever I am restarting my WOs, I like those because there is a little bit of everything but not too much of anything. Let me know. And, Linda made a good point, which I employ, as well -- go slower than Cathe! I do this often for UB WOs esp but even for LB WOs, as well. And sometimes I do another one of Linda's suggestion -- do less reps. Both modifications serve me well in altering C's WOs to work for me. Also, in general, the earlier Cathe Lives are more intense/advanced than the later ones so you may way to start with the most recent ones, then work your way back. Upper Body
**UB focus are not pure strength WOs but have a strong upper body emphasis, IMHO, so I included them for you, as well. Upper Body Focus
Total Body
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01-20-22, 03:38 PM | |
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: Texas
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Such great ideas, everyone! Thanks so much! Didn't get to start last night as my dad ended up in the ER, now ICU. He is doing OK, not life threatening, just takes a lot of time to go see him since I live in another town. Hopefully tonight I can start with something. I so appreciate all the help from you!
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