TRX Bootcamp Report

[naturallove]

So I started my TRX Bootcamp today, after not really doing too many tough workouts over the holiday break (the exception being 2 times of doing Lalofit 2). Well--I got my butt handed to me on a platter! I had a time getting my feet into the straps, but I thought I was doing pretty well. The suspended crunches (especially obliques) were tough, but I pretty much got everything. That's when I realized that I had only done the warmup! The instructor was only reviewing the exercises for the actual workout! The workout itself consisted of the same exercises (plus a few more) with plenty of reps and sets. The superset of chest presses and rows was pretty tough, but the hamstring curls were brutal! Here's a video of some of the exercises I did today in class. (My trainers made this video of a previous bootcamp.)

For some reason, I thought I was fine, and taught my regular biweekly classes (body sculpt and zumba). My hamstrings are on FIRE right now--thank goodness my massage therapist had a last minute opening! I can't wait to see my progress over the next 6 weeks! Just wanted to share!

[Sancho]

Oh I'm jealous. Sounds like you had a great time. I wish I could find a class near me. I'm sure there's one somewhere, but I haven't found it yet.

[naturallove]

Originally Posted by Sancho

Oh I'm jealous. Sounds like you had a great time. I wish I could find a class near me. I'm sure there's one somewhere, but I haven't found it yet.

I think you would really love it. You can make it as hard as you want it to be by adjusting your body, and it helps to have an instructor there who is always giving harder modifications. (Now that I think about it, she never said much about making things EASIER!) LOL I have to admit, I punked out on the pushups with the TRX, and just did plain straight-legged pushups. Maybe I'll try a few on Wednesday.

[Helen S]

Sounds like a great and tough class!!!

[naturallove]

Originally Posted by Helen S

Sounds like a great and tough class!!!

I'm kind of scared because I don't think we've progressed to the REALLY tough stuff yet! LOL I have a feeling this is going to be a lot like pilates, in the sense that it will get harder as I get more advanced (because of the progression of the exercises and greater body awareness on the TRX)

[Helen S]

Originally Posted by naturallove

I'm kind of scared because I don't think we've progressed to the REALLY tough stuff yet! LOL I have a feeling this is going to be a lot like pilates, in the sense that it will get harder as I get more advanced (because of the progression of the exercises and greater body awareness on the TRX)

Oh, oh!!! But just think of how it will improve your fitness greatly. One good thing about the TRX and kettlebells is that they can be intense without the impact. I know that's important to you.