is it just me?(bbl)

IvysMom · 07-26-10, 08:33 PM

just did bbl bum bum for the first time today. made it thru about half--my legs need a break desperately!

am i just super out of shape(somehow didn't gain any inches on legs during pregnancy

, just hips, midsection & chest) or did anyone else feel like bum bum was a lot of work the 1st time thru?

Dobby · 07-26-10, 09:40 PM

IIRC I had to lie down on the floor!

Pam

geojill · 07-26-10, 09:44 PM

It wiped me out! I had to take a lot of rests because I think I might have had a heart attack or stroke otherwise!

But at least I would have died happy

desderata · 07-26-10, 09:48 PM

IMO, Bum Bum is sneaky. The moves incorporate a lot of balance and although Leandro doesn't do a huge number of reps for each exercise, he does move non stop throughout the 25 minutes of the workout. It's really different from traditional weighted leg workouts, and anytime you change things up, your body has to adapt. So, no, I don't think it's just you. I've been doing BB two to three times a week for about 5 weeks, and I'm just now to the point where I can do the walking ipanemas without feeling as if I'm about to fall over, and my legs are toast by the end of the capoeria section.

Fitmama · 07-26-10, 10:57 PM

Let me get this straight -you just had a baby and you are doing Bum Bum, and making it halfway through? That is fantastic!! Yes it is a tough workout but one that you can notice improvments in your performance each time you do it.

CarlaVeg · 07-27-10, 08:50 AM

yeap I felt the same way the first time I did bum bum... it's great! that was also one of the first workouts I did after delivering my baby almost 4 months ago.... it does get easier........ I really love BBL!!!!!!!

laurajhawk · 07-27-10, 10:27 AM

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Originally Posted by IvysMom

... or did anyone else feel like bum bum was a lot of work the 1st time thru?

1st time, 2nd time, 43rd time ... heck, I still take a water break halfway through.

The first time it was two or three breaks. Also, it hurts the next day, but in really good places, like the inner thighs!

Keep it up! Half of Bum Bum is still a good workout. Also, try Bum Bum Live (on the same DVD) ... similar moves, but a little less intense, and effectively shorter because it's got a long floor stretch at the end. Bum Bum Rapido (10 minutes) is good too.

Judy W. · 07-27-10, 11:32 AM

I posted on another thread that I had a huge dread factor with Bum Bum, although I love the other BBL workouts. Well, this morning I forced myself to do Bum Bum, and I loved it! Tough? Oh, yes, it is. But it's really fun to do! There sure are some sections that are a bit tortuous, but they don't last that long. It's hard, but the music is lively, Leandro is cute, funny and informative, and the moves are really fun to do. Afterwards, hours later I still feel the burn in a wonderful way.

Bum Bum is only for the days I want to work hard. He says "Don't settle for less!" I'm 60 and have a wonky knee, and some days I need to go easier on myself. But BBL is safe, and even a 60 year old with a wonky knee can feel the love.

Challenge is how we grow. Bum Bum is a challenge, but when you are done and you are bathed in sweat and endorphins, you'll know that this is one day you didn't settle for less!

cooldham · 07-27-10, 03:17 PM

I posted pretty much the exact same thing after my first few times doing Bum Bum...it's HARD!

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07-26-10, 08:33 PM
IvysMom Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: st louis area	is it just me?(bbl) just did bbl bum bum for the first time today. made it thru about half--my legs need a break desperately! am i just super out of shape(somehow didn't gain any inches on legs during pregnancy , just hips, midsection & chest) or did anyone else feel like bum bum was a lot of work the 1st time thru?

07-26-10, 09:40 PM
Dobby VF Supporter Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: N. Idaho	IIRC I had to lie down on the floor! Pam

07-26-10, 09:44 PM
geojill Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Colorado	It wiped me out! I had to take a lot of rests because I think I might have had a heart attack or stroke otherwise! But at least I would have died happy __________________ Jill "Don't follow your passion...Always take it with you." - Mike Rowe

07-26-10, 09:48 PM
desderata Join Date: Oct 2007	IMO, Bum Bum is sneaky. The moves incorporate a lot of balance and although Leandro doesn't do a huge number of reps for each exercise, he does move non stop throughout the 25 minutes of the workout. It's really different from traditional weighted leg workouts, and anytime you change things up, your body has to adapt. So, no, I don't think it's just you. I've been doing BB two to three times a week for about 5 weeks, and I'm just now to the point where I can do the walking ipanemas without feeling as if I'm about to fall over, and my legs are toast by the end of the capoeria section.

07-26-10, 10:57 PM
Fitmama Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Florida	Let me get this straight -you just had a baby and you are doing Bum Bum, and making it halfway through? That is fantastic!! Yes it is a tough workout but one that you can notice improvments in your performance each time you do it. __________________ Tracy Live Kidney Donor April 2014 - Donate and save a life!

07-27-10, 08:50 AM
CarlaVeg Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: PA	yeap I felt the same way the first time I did bum bum... it's great! that was also one of the first workouts I did after delivering my baby almost 4 months ago.... it does get easier........ I really love BBL!!!!!!! __________________ Life IS Good! Carla

07-27-10, 11:32 AM
Judy W. Join Date: Sep 2006	I posted on another thread that I had a huge dread factor with Bum Bum, although I love the other BBL workouts. Well, this morning I forced myself to do Bum Bum, and I loved it! Tough? Oh, yes, it is. But it's really fun to do! There sure are some sections that are a bit tortuous, but they don't last that long. It's hard, but the music is lively, Leandro is cute, funny and informative, and the moves are really fun to do. Afterwards, hours later I still feel the burn in a wonderful way. Bum Bum is only for the days I want to work hard. He says "Don't settle for less!" I'm 60 and have a wonky knee, and some days I need to go easier on myself. But BBL is safe, and even a 60 year old with a wonky knee can feel the love. Challenge is how we grow. Bum Bum is a challenge, but when you are done and you are bathed in sweat and endorphins, you'll know that this is one day you didn't settle for less!

07-27-10, 03:17 PM
cooldham Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: NC	I posted pretty much the exact same thing after my first few times doing Bum Bum...it's HARD! __________________ "I have to work for what I deserve."