06-20-05, 08:52 AM | |
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Join Date: Nov 2001
Location: La Plata, MD
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Who knows?
I started using Cardio Coach on my treadmill 4 weeks ago, about 3 times a week. I have lost almost 3-1/2 pounds (ate too much this weekend, so it should be more!), without reducing my eating. Prior to that, I was stepping and kickboxing 3 times a week, and usually for longer sessions than Cardio Coach.
Is it the running or the intervals that have made the difference? Is doing the interval running 3 times a week too much? I would normally do one longer interval workout a week (IMAX or PlyoX, etc.), and now I'm doing 3 shorter interval workouts. I don't think there are any definite answers, but it's fun to think about! Sandi |
06-20-05, 08:57 AM | |
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Join Date: Aug 2002
Location: Raleigh, NC
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I've found that varying things helps a lot. I do three cardio sessions per week. When I am really focusing on losing weight, I try to make 1-2 of those longer cardio sessions. Those are 45-60 minutes and are generally lower to moderate intensity. Whatever other cardio sessions I do in the week (1-2), I do for shorter periods of time, but I try to up the intensity, either with interval workouts, kickboxing, or intense step workouts.
I also found that just upping my activity level through the day (taking more steps, taking the stairs instead of the elevator, etc.) helps as well in the total effort.
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06-20-05, 12:02 PM | |
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Join Date: Oct 2001
Location: Colorado Springs
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This is what worked for me
I did a CTX style rotation that took off the pounds. I did not do it exactly as Cathe designed it though. I picked out three CTX cardios (which are high intensity) and did them on M, W & F. On T & Th I did low impact cardio (usually Charlene Prickett). I never did more than 25-30 minutes of cardio of a day followed by upper body and ab work. I did this for a month and lost a pound a week. It was nice to find out I didn't have to workout any longer on my less intense days to get results. Good luck with whatever you decide.
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06-25-05, 10:06 AM | ||
Join Date: Feb 2004
Location: Beautiful Northeast
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