Day 60....need to focus.

Well, today was Max Interval Circuit and I just felt like I wasn't really focused on working out. I was distracted easily. I feel like I got a good workout, it just wasn't GREAT. And, right now, I want great things. There are just so many things going on right now that I feel like I can't take an hour to clear my mind and work out. I feel like my mind wants to stay focused on getting things done when I should be focusing on working out. I realize that while I am working out, I am not getting things done around the house or errands done, but I am still organizing my thoughts and planning out my day when I know I should just be thinking of getting into shape. Sometimes it is just so hard to shut off my mind and just totally lose myself in working out. But, I know that when I am able to do that I get a much better workout. So, tomorrow I am going to work on a to-do-list before I work out so then I can shut everything out for an hour, work out, then pick right back up where I left off!

I know I have already said this, but I can't believe this is day 60! This round of Insanity has gone by so fast and so slow all at the same time. This week is going to fly by and then I am looking forward to round 2!

Day 61....focus, focus, focus!

Day 59....Running out of time.

Well, today was Max Cardio Conditioning and Cardio Abs. I am trying not to panic about the fact that we are quickly running out of time to see great results with the first round of Insanity. Since we actually do two workouts today, this was one of the longer workouts we have. All I can think about is the fact that I have to work as hard as possible because I have my last Fit Test and my "after" pictures coming up. I am going to take the "after" picture as soon as we finish this round of Insanity, but I am thinking this will be more of a "during" picture. I am hoping to get an actual "after" picture in another month or so. Insanity is only 2 months long, but I really feel like I need another month to actually get the body I am hoping for. I feel like the first month is when my body gets used to working out, the second month is when my body gets into the routine and really starts to burn some fat and calories, but the third month is when my body starts to reshape and really tone up (at least that is what I am hoping for). So, I will do my "after" picture as far as this first round of Insanity goes, but I am hoping to see even more results after doing the first month of Insanity again.

I have a few more days of this round of Insanity and I am going to give it my all and see where it leads me.

Day 60....going to work hard.

Day 58....More Plyo

Today was another day of Max Interval Plyo. I really love this workout. I think it has grown on me. I didn't particularly care for it the first time I did it, but I enjoy it more and more each time I go through it. It is tough to get through the exercises when I have to work around an almost 9 month old playing in front of me. It is especially hard to work out when he grabs onto my legs and pulls himself up and looks so proud of himself as he smiles at me, waiting for me to pick him up. How do I say no to that kid? I had better figure out how to say no to him very soon or we may be in trouble as he grows up!

I felt better doing my push ups than I ever have. I am able to do way more regular push ups before I have to modify or take a break than I could at the beginning of this program. Push ups have always been my weak spot so it is great to see progress there!

The rest of this week I am going to focus on eating healthy and pushing myself as hard as possible during my workouts so I can finish the program strong.

Day 59....still going strong!

Day 57....Fun Family Times!!

Well, today was our day off from Insanity, but we had plenty to keep us busy! First, we had our usual Sunday morning breakfast which usually consists of sausage, bacon, eggs, and pancakes. Y-U-M-M-Y!! Then, we all got ready and headed off to the Dr. Seuss games and activities at the Minot Public Library. The kids all had a blast and we had so much fun watching them. I love finding things to do that all of the kids can enjoy together!

The big boys had a birthday party to fill up their Sunday afternoon even more. I am pretty sure we will all sleep well tonight.

I love Sunday and I love family time....life is good. Back to reality and my last week of Insanity tomorrow.

Day 58....ready to get back to working out!

Day 56....love Saturday.

Today was another day of Core Cardio and Balance. I actually like doing this workout every once in awhile. There are a lot of slower, but more effective exercises on this DVD. There are hip flexor exercises and shoulder exercises that really make you feel the burn! After I am done doing this workout, I feel like I have been worked enough to know that I am getting stronger and more flexible, but not so much that I feel like my body is fatigued. I love it. This is one workout that really energizes me!

Tomorrow is a rest day and I am looking forward to that. I am going to take it easy and rest my body so I can go hard for the last week of Insanity. I am nervous and excited at the same time to end this round of Insanity. I am anxious to star the next round and see if I notice more definition and toning the second time around.

Day 57....A little rest and relaxation for me.

Day 55....Felt Great!

I will admit that I didn't feel like doing much when I started working out. I actually had the thought that I could just do part of the workout and call it a day. I figured that doing something was better than doing nothing. But, once I got into it, Max Interval Circuit kicked my butt and I ended up loving it! I was sweating like you wouldn't believe and my legs felt like they were going to fall off, but I just kept imagining what I would look like once I was back in shape. That is incentive enough for me! Every time I feel like stopping for a break, I think of what muscle I am working at the time, and I tell myself how working that muscle will make me look better in the long run. It seems to help get me through the last few seconds of some exercises.

We have one more day of working out this week, then we work out 7 days next week and that will be the end of my first round of Insanity. I can't beleive how fast the time has flown by! In some ways, it feels like I have been doing this program forever. I am familiar with the moves and the workouts now and I feel like I can push harder knowing what I have to look forward to. But, in other ways, it feels like we just started Insanity! Each week goes by so quickly and I feel like I wish I had just a little more time to reach some of my goals. I am looking forward to seeing my final results on the last Fit Test. I know I have improved tremendously from the first Fit Test. I am also looking forward to the final weight and measurements I will take after next week.

Day 56....Bring it on!!

Day 54....Max Recovery

Each time I do this workout, it gets harder and harder. I can't figure out why. I am not sure if it is because I am able to follow along better each time or if it is because I am constantly getting stronger or if it is simply because I am further into the program and my body is exhausted. I am just going to keep telling myself that I am getting stronger so I can work harder.

I have had a hard time this 2nd part of Insanity because the weight loss I saw with the first part has bascially come to a screeching halt. It is a bit frustrating. Yes, I know it isn't all about weight loss. And, I know that muscle weighs more than fat. But, it is still hard to see my weight loss goal sitting so far away when I only have a week left of Insanity. I do plan to start the program over right away so I am hoping that the weight loss kicks back in, but for right now, I am a little discouraged. I do know that I am getting stronger and I know my body is making some positive changes, but it would be nice to see the scale moving at least a little bit in the direction I would like. I am going to really focus and work hard for the last week of this program and hope that I notice some changes in order to finish strong and feel great about Insanity!

Day 55....ready to kick it up a notch!