New Years Resolution Challenge

Ready for the New Year?  Want to start a challenge that will keep you motivated not just the first month but ALL YEAR LONG!

Join  Fitness with Jamie's -  Private Challenge Group

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Whats the challenge?  Well that is up to you!  It is your resolution!

Step one:  Choose your resolution: ie: begin a workout program like one of the programs offered at Beachbody; decide on a gym routine; start couch potato to 5k (10k etc); walk/run/elliptical with a at home routine.. you get the picture right? if you need help message me and i will be happy to help!

Step two: Post about your resolution on Jan 1st in Fitness with Jamies Private Challenge Group

Step three: Post every work out to keep yourself motivated

Step four: Help encourage others!

Step five: eat healthy! (it doesn't matter how much you work out, if your eat crappy!) Post one healthy thing you eat a day!

Step six:  Have FUNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN!

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November Squat / Push-Up Challenge

For those of you that have asked what the November Challenge is..... it is Squats and Push ups!

By the end of the month you will notice a change in your ENTIRE body!

I will give you the calendar in a few, but first, let's go over Squats! For regular squats, make sure you are on your heels (you should be able to wiggle your toes when you are in the squat position).  You should almost feel like you are going to fall over.  Doing this works those glutes and protects your knees! Here are some images:
Beginner:

Advanced:

Advanced:

Sumo style (to work your inner thighs)  There you want to keep your back straight as if you are standing against a wall. In fact stand against a wall while doing them to do them correctly!

Now on to push ups which have a lot of variety you can choose from.   Have fun with this, mix it up, push yourself, work those areas you know you need work in (mine is triceps)

Wall Push ups:

While on the floor, always start with on toes, then go to knees if too much!

Knees!

Correct Form!

Advanced

This one you can also lift one leg while on toes. This shows you the knee version.

So lots of variety!  Mix it up, have fun!  Now here is your schedule!

Private Challenge Group to post your progress: https://www.facebook.com/groups/278170215715938/ 

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September Yoga challenge

Since we kicked our own bums with squats and planks during August, I thought we would do a lite yoga in September.

super easy. Pick at least 2 poses to do daily. Hold for 30 seconds to a min.  If it is a pose like #1. Then do both sides of your body!  Easy  peasy right??

Join our Challenge group to keep you motivated: Fitness with Jamie - Private Challenge Group

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Cize Hold Your Own review

This morning I was running late, due to snuggles with little bit, so we opted for a shorter video, "Hold Your Own" which is basically Shaun T. teaching you some moves you can do at a club or party. It was fun, nothing major, I am sure if I repeated it, my heart rate would have gone up a bit. I went for a run after this. I am sore from the first week of doing the videos. Sore in random places that apparently Insanity max 30 does not touch, so this has been a good change.

Definitely not a high intense work out for today, around 16 mins. He teaches you  moves, builds up until you just repeat the routine. Today there was no Cize it up :( which made me sad, because my fave part is doing it to the music. It was still fun and it is great if you do not have much time but want to get in a small work out!


My video Review:https://youtu.be/rmAoeyXZ3lQ

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Cize You got this and Crazy Abs review

I've done both of these (you got this and crazy abs) twice now!  I woke up this morning after round one yesterday sore!  Was not expecting that at all!  I mean I sweat like crazy during you got this but never felt a burn and never was out of breath. Now crazy abs, definitely had me burning, sweating and breathing hard since you work everything and I get to enjoy mine with a toddler on top of me for extra resistance. My abductors are sore today. When doing "you got this" today I felt the muscles I worked yesterday. Not only is this work out fun, literally I smile the whole time, but it's a good work out without realizing now you are working out.  Which for me is new with Shaun T. I'm used to him kicking my butt and me screaming at the tv. Now I just want more.  You don't even realize the clock is there. When I looked to see how much time was left over 30 mins had passed and I didn't realize it. You are so focused on learning the routines that you ignore the clock and time passes super fast! 

I did Cize it up after I finished You got this, then did Crazt abs then cooled down. Even the cool down is fun!

for crazy abs, you do versions of ab work  and plank work then you do it all to LL Cool J.  So even that is to music and fun!  So far I'm throughly impressed with this program

Here is my video review: https://youtu.be/n4UrjfOKqas

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Cize Full Out review

Today's video was fun!  I skipped the 2nd level one and went to level 2,  I chose to move up to level because I only had 40ish minutes. I am so glad u did it!

My video review is here: https://youtu.be/BbKLJ-14H-A

It was so much fun and dancing to Destiny's Child "Lose My Breath" made me feel like a back up dancer!  You move the entire time. The moves work your core, legs and arms! It was awesome!  Shaun T. does such a great job at teaching you the routine and keeps it light and fun!

I did not feel like I was working out at ALL. I felt like i was dancing with friends. It was good to see Tania in the videos. I mean I have worked out with her through Insanity and T25 so a friendly face made it all the better!  I am super excited for this program. I do see my throwing in some hard hitting ones like my Insanity 30,  I finished sweaty but not drained. I actually went for a run after. This work out is definitely a way to begin your day on the right foot!

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Cize Crazy 8's review

I was so excited to get my new Cize program in the mail that I couldn't wait until tomorrow to try it!  I'm so glad I didn't wait!  I chose the first video, which was for beginners and 30 mins!  I worked out while dinner cooked! And boy was it fun!  Shaun T takes you through each move as he builds on to the routine. He does a great job of showing you how to do it. You don't need to be a dancer or even have rythm. Just have fun!  You review the moves and review them until it's time to dance!! Then you go through the routine to music 3 times. I felt like a professional dancer!  It was so much fun and the 30 mins flew by!   Check out my video review: http://youtu.be/S5jRmqFxBZA

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AUGUST Squat/Plank Challenge! Who is in??

Hi all

I have been doing challenges through my private Facebook challenge group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/278170215715938/.

You can post your results of each months challenge there without any of your friends seeing, unless they are in the group too (which I hope they are, fit friends are the best!)

This month we are doing a Squat / Plank Challenge.
we are working out entire bodies this month with Squats and Planks!

For Planks:  choose your level (1, 2 or 3)  remember to squeeze your entire body tight when in the plank position!
For Squats: As you raise up tilt those hips slight forward and give a quick squeeze for some extra oomph!  Make sure when squatting your knees stay over your feet (push your butt out like you are sitting in a chair to make sure that happens)

Have fun and good luck!

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3 month body weight butt work out!

Insanity Max 30:Max Out Power review

Insanity Max 30:Max  Out Power .. Yikes! It made me realize how weak I am. I definitely have room for improvement here, which isn't a bad thing.

No repeats, 45 seconds, then 15 jog/child's pose. Very similar to strength but loves more Plyo work outs. Lots and lots and lots of Plyo..  to give you a glance because I did not do a video with this one, mainly because my 15 month old (24 lbs) decided to lay on my back on almost ALL of the floor work and I was running a tad bit late:

Warm up:
High Knee Pull:
Jog It Out
Med Ball Twist:
Mummy Kicks:
Lateral Lunge Kick -
Slap Back Jack:
Lateral Lunge Kick -
Heisman:

Round 1:
Slap Back Jack - Up/Back
 Jog It Out:
Slap Back Jack - Side/Side
Jog It Out:
Slap Back Jack - Up/Back
 Jog It Out:
Low Squat Pulse - Up/Back
 Jog It Out:
Low Squat Pulse
Jog It Out:
Chair Hold
Jog It Out:


Round 2:
Plyo Push-up Jack
Child's Pose:
Arm Jack Push-up
Child's Pose:
Push-up Pop-up
Child's Pose:
Step Out Push-up
Child's Pose:
Knee Plyo Push-up
Child's Pose:
4-Count Knee Push-up
Child's Pose:

Round 3:
Pike-Up Extension
Child's Pose
Wide Push-up Extension
Child's Pose:
Low Plank Pike-Up
Child's Pose
Ski Down Abs
C-Sit Hold:
"X" Abs
 C-Sit Hold:
Backstroke
C-Sit Hold:

Round 4:
Burpee Lunge - Alt
 Jog It Out:
Squat Lunge - Alt
 Jog It Out:
Frog Jump Burpee
Jog It Out:
Wide Burpee Jump
 Jog It Out:
Iron Legs for an ENTIRE MINUTE OWEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE

Great work out, sweat, body is exhausted!  An amazing way to spend the first 30 mins of my day!

Have a very fit day!

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Insanity Max 30: Friday Night Fight Round 2 review

Insanity Max 30: Friday Night Fight Round 2 was intense and bananas!   45-60 seconds each exercise for the entire 30 mins. You get a quick water break around 15 mins and 25 mins and that is it!

I modified a lot, I maxed out at like 6:56 (maybe 6:26) i cannot remember. It pushed me past my breaking points and showed me I have a lot of room for improvement.  This had a lot more of punching moves which I love. Dripping in sweat and loving it!


My video review: http://youtu.be/3II6q_DQp1Q

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Insanity Max 30: Max out Strength review

Insanity Max 30: Max out Strength was hard but went by fast.

45 seconds on 15 seconds off. Starts with a 4 min warm up, exercises were 45 seconds each then lower body, then upper body and core (for about 20 mins) let's just say my arms are jello!  I had to modify a lot, but that is okay as it is room for improvement!  I definitely enjoyed the work out for my arms and core but WOW at how much I can improve.

I am looking forward to doing this one next week again to see how much better I do. I maxed out 7;26


My video review: http://youtu.be/zs2lvr1KUUM

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Insanity Max 30: Max Out Sweat review

Insanity Max 30: Max Out Sweat  was hard.. very very hard.. I am not going to sugar coat this one. I was drenched, breathless, muscles were like rubber!

This one was more like the original Insanity minus stretching. You do your warm up, 3 exercises, 3 times. 1 min another exercise, then water break.  Then you move into the 3 circuits, which are set up the same way, 3 exercises (45 seconds each) repeat 3 times, 1 min bonus exercise, water break, then move on.  The last 20 seconds are cardio!

This one was tough and not my favorite. I think I maxed out at 7:09, which was a feat!  It is a great workout, just not fun exercises to me.  At one point you are doing a minute of tuck jumps with a dive pushup (yikes!)   I should be nice and sore tomorrow. I will be shocked if I am not. But I am excited to do tomorrows work out and a little afraid for Friday!

I pressed play and will do it again next Wednesday. That is all i can ask of myself. I pressed play and finished! If I can, you can too!

My video review:http://youtu.be/wyYY7jEzRGg 

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Insanity Max 30: Max Out Cardio review

Insanity Max 30: Max Out Cardio

Month 2 begins with a BANG!  Shaun T.  brings in moves you have never seen before and some old school Insanity moves, as well. He also brings back circuits with 3 rounds of the exercises then water break. I maxed out 10:12 but was able to finish the entire thing. I even had my little helper who likes to get on my back during Pike up spider lunges, and lays under me during Plank punches, which helps me stay up in plank position.  I am sore today (did this review post the next day) not sore sore where I cannot move, but I can feel my core!  So I apparently worked that way more than I realized!

Once I maxed out, I stopped watching the clock, which helped me focus on me and the moves. I was able to finish the work out without needing to stop again. I am excited for month 2 and what it brings!

My Video Review: http://youtu.be/0sk0y_bqZeE

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Insanity Max 30: Sweatfest review

Insanity Max 30: Sweatfest is a bonus dvd you get when you buy Insanity Max 30.

It was AWESOME!  All old school Insanity moves. You start off with a old school warm up, then you stretch.. a good stretch! then you go into your moves, 3 circuits but only 2 rounds per circuit, then plank punches at the end. It was fun to get to do some of my favorite work outs that I know work, as they have worked for me in the past.

Definitely a good video to through into the mix!

Video Review: http://youtu.be/sagkCsIKdx8


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Insanity Max 30: Tabata Strength review

Insanity Max 30: Tabata Strength is a tough work out. 

My first time doing it I MAXED out at 7:43 the 2nd 11:08. This work out had a warm up, then you do 20 secs on 10 secs off, of each work out then move on. There are no water breaks in this work out, after the warm up. Your break is another work out. There are a lot of my favorite Old School Insanity moves in this one, which made it fun. Before you know it, the work out is over. You do lots of core work out, that is disguised as lower body or upper body, but do not be fooled, your core will get an amazing work out. 

This one definitely takes it up a notch from Tabata Power. Diamond Jump one legged burpees, then diamond jump burpees, then just diamond jumps, then in and out squats before moving on to about 10 mins of different push-ups.  I really enjoyed this work out. It was hard but I smiled the whole time!! It was nice seeing myself push through!  You end this with Chair holds. and ENTIRE minute of Chair holds

Great workout even with a little toddler adding resistance to some of the moves! 

My video review: http://youtu.be/incGP5OXMr8

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February Challenge

This months challenge, is Moving your Body

and

Plank a day!

Join us!

Move your Body and Plank a Day challenge!

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Insanity Max 30: Pulse review

Insanity Max 30: Pulse was AMAZING!

Only 20 mins, and a great stretch!  Lots of Pilates type of moves.  My heart rate got up a little, but it was a GREAT!   Each exercise was done once (about 45 seconds) then you move on to the next. It was a great work out.  I really do not have much more to say than that!

My review video: http://youtu.be/u3dnOvebXBs

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Insanity Max 30: Friday Fight Round 1 review

Insanity Max 30: Friday Fight Round 1 review

I was sooo excited about this work out. I thought it was going to be ALL kickboxing type moves. I was wrong. Though, it was  fun, the 30 mins went by quickly. You did each exercise for 45 seconds (i think) then you moved on to another. The first water break isn't until 15 mins, the only other one is at 25 mins. There were some punches and kicking but it was pure cardio, I  made it to 17:20 before maxing out. My best time yet for Insanity Max 30. I was pretty proud of myself, since i had to go through two types of In and out abs and tricep dips with a 24 lbs child sitting on my stomach thinking it was a game. 

This may have been my favorite.. may.. I say that because I like doing the exercise then moving on to another one. I also like going straight through with no breaks (a couple of breaks) it makes me feel like I am running straight for 30 mins.   

There is a modifier track as well. And as usual I think yoiu need to stretch more than what is provided at the end. All in all , it was a really good workout!

My review on YouTube: http://youtu.be/NMgHR-WeAJE

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Insanity Max 30: Sweat Intervals review

Insanity Max 30: Sweat Intervals review

There is a modifier track (there is one with all)

Warm up (3 exercises, repeated 3 times) then move on to 5 rounds of 3 exercises, repeated 3 times, them move on to the next round.

Legs, lunges, squats, switch kicks, burpees. This one is a killer work out. I maxed out at 11:28 during In and out abs.

I also had 24 extra pounds for most of the work outs, as my child needed me to wear him. So that made it a little rough!

Though this one went super quick!  About the time I thought I could not go anymore, time was up!

This one will push you to the max by the end!  You will be drenched in sweat and love it!

My video review: http://youtu.be/oLYTrgYs1-U

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Insanity Max 30: Tabata Power review

Tabata Power starts off with a warm up/stretch, that of course I think could be longer, but we have 30 minutes so I will take what I can get. You do 3 exercises 3 times, break, then move on to your work out, which is each exercise for 20 seconds on, 10 seconds off, repeat, them move on to a different one. Lots of Plyometrics in this work out. I maxed out the first day at 7:25 and the 2nd time at 10:14, so I improved. What gets me is the moving push ups and the row push ups, lets just say this work out is a LOT of arms. My arms are jello right now. My arms are sore from doing the work out 2 days ago, and tomorrow I may not be able to lift my arms. There is about 10 mins of nothing but tricep exercises.. OUCH!!!  There were lots of lunges, squats, but a lot a lot of arms, then you do the last 3 mins of a lot of the exercises that you did through out the work out and you end with a minute of power jumps!  It is fun, it goes by quick, but definitely is fun!  The cool down is 2 mins, which I never think is enough, so stretch more!  

A great total body work out in 30 mins. What more can you ask for?

My video review: http://youtu.be/llDGQJGqXcU

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Insanity Max 30: Ab Attack

Premise, is the same as the work outs, you need to MAX OUT.... I maxed out at 1:56, yeah yeah laugh it up. In my defense, I did this after the Cardio Challenge, so I was pretty tired. I still finished all 10 mins, though did take quick breathers. This one you go straight through the 10 mins, no repeating workouts, you just keep switching the moves until 10 mins are done. 

This is a great add on work out. It is great because if you have time you can do it after your days work out, if you don't then you can do it later or earlier!  Either way it hits your core well!  

Here is my YouTube Video Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wyCO_lO4Akg

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Insanity Max 30: Cardio Challenge Review

Insanity Max 30: Cardio Challenge, workout and fit test all in one. Let me tell you, it is rough, but fun! I maxed out at 11:18 mins, which means, at that point I had to take a break. That is the point of Insanity Max, he tries to get you to MAX OUT, where you feel you have to break or you might die (well maybe not die but you get the picture). By the end of the 60 days, you should be able to get through almost all of it,  if not all before maxing out. 

It is 30 mins of intervals, 3 exercises that you repeat 3 times, then you take a quick water break before moving on to the next round. I think there are 5 rounds.. think.. maybe 6, I lost count, as I was just trying to concentrate on finishing. At 22  minutes I was really ready to quit, I had to really dig in deep to finish it off. I did. I was glad I did. It was a good work out. It hit every muscle group and was tons of cardio. Even Shaun T. maxed out. so you should max out at some point.  You just need to push through and finish the 30 mins, even if you have to stop and catch your breath!

Cardio Challenge brought back some of your favorite Insanity moves, with slight twists. It was fun to see what was coming next. The water break seemed to come just in time. Unlike Insanity's water break where you really wish it had come 2 mins prior. For 30 mins this is a pretty intense work out. I do wish there was more stretching, he does a "active" stretch that you kinda do on your own and what you want to do. Then you have the 2 min cooldown/stretch, which I think needs to be longer. 

This work out is not for beginners, unless you are just glutton for punishment or a former athlete. There is a modifier but she is not on video as much as Tania was in T25, so you really have to look for her. I would say this work out is definitely for advanced level.  It is intense but fun!  I wanted to finish even though I was exhausted. And min 30, came at the exact right moment! ***UPDATE*** Apparently I missed the "modifier track" option. Which I saw doing today's Tabata work out. This option highlights the modifier in her own box to make her easy to follow!  Awesome idea and kudos to the team that thought of it!  So those who are beginning can do this with ease! So I take back my previous comments. Yeah I'm eating crow. It happens!

Here is my view review on youtube: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ikXlGw2D00I

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Eating clean

Eating clean.. what in the world is that?  Well it is about eating healthier options, from each of the food groups, and less of the bad options.

You need to limit the processed foods (I know, I know, easier said than done). In today's world it is way easier to pick up something already fixed, or put together to make life easier when you get home. A great way to limit those processed foods, is to go to a farmers market and get all of your fruits, veggies, meats and bread for the week.  Then come home and portion things out in containers so when you get home, all you have to do is throw it all together and let it cook, or throw it in the crock pot in the morning and come home to a delicious meal!  You want to make sure you are increasing your veggies/fruits and decreasing anything with saturated fats. Limit your alcohol intake (don't binge drink), Stay away from sugars, use honey, maple syrup if needed (fruit is a good way to get that sweetness taste), but stay away from refined sugars, its super addictive. Decrease your salt intake. Eat less red meat, stay away from refined grains,

Not too difficult, just takes a little adjusting. If you eat salads, think about making your salad dressing at home, store bought is full of sugar! Making small adjustments at a time, help you to adopt a clean living lifestyle, that can last a lifetime!

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Slacker and some food recipes

I am so sorry guys, I have been a HUGE slacker on blog posting. Between running after a toddler, running the facebook challenges, work, being sick, having a sick baby and every day life, the blogs have fallen off the to do list!  I promise I will try to get better.

2015 is starting off with a bang!  I am so proud of you guys for Joining in Move Your Body January!  You guys are starting off 2015 right!  I am also excited because Shaun T.'s new work out Max30 should be in this weekend! I am excited to see how this work out is and share my findings with YOU!

It is cold out and most people do not want salads when it is cold. I found the perfect salad to help you (and me) still get in enough greens, but have a warm flare to it. Are you ready?  It sounds crazy, but it is crazy good!  Take 1 tablespoon of coconut oil, throw it and an egg in a frying pan and just swirl the egg around until cooked, then pour the entire thing on the salad of your choice as the dressing. (crazy I know) I will confess, my salads are crazy, I do the lettuce, usually from one of the packages, then I add wasabi chick peas, some croutons or tortilla strips for crunch ( I have to have crunch), some kale chips if I have just made them (these are usually warm too), some dried cranberries or raisins. Sounds crazy but it makes me happy.  Find the perfect salad to make you happy too (without too many extra calories) so that you can still get in lots of greens.. ps a tip on the kale chips, I put them on the baking sheet, then spray coconut oil or olive oil over them then season with an all seasoning or cumin (or both) then bake at 250 until crispy!

If salad is not your thing, make some healthy soups. Last night I made black bean soup. super easy, 2 cups of chicken stock (or veggie stock), add in 2 jars (or cans) of black beans, (I made my own black beans and put them up in mason jars but cans will work), then a can or jar of diced tomatoes. Season to taste and cook for a few hours simmering (I use all seasoning and cumin..you see a theme, as well as chopped garlic and sauteed onions). I like to let mine simmer for a long time so all the flavors mix, you could even throw all of this in the crockpot in the morning then come home to it. We made some yellow rice to go with it, as its the babies fave!  Let's just say the 1 year old ate it up!  Made a mess but ate it up!!!

Hope you all have a very fit day!!