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Hi everyone, my name is Monique. I'm starting Chalean Extreme on Saturday 10/31/2009, so excited might I add! I would like all those that are starting Chalean or already doing the program do join me on this most awesome fitness journey.

I'm going to list my measurements here before Halloween and continue to post them every 30 days, I'll also post my before and after pics as well.

I hope someone will join soon!

Bring it,
Monique

Hi Viclynn!

I don't mind at all! I glad you'll be joining me, I thought I was going to be alone on this journey.

Great! I love Chalene's energy and all the turbo jam workouts, it's great!

Like I said in my first post, I would list my measurements and post my pics, so here goes nothing.

Weight 125
Height 5 ft 2 1/2 inches

Chest 31 inches
L & R Arm 11 inches
Waist 25.5 inches
Hips 35 inches
Thighs R 22 inches
L 21.5 inches

Not sure how to help on the picture loading. I will load my stats once I received the dvds.

So how did today go? I am still waiting for my DVDS. In the meantime,I did a Karen Voight step cardio/circuit tape. Trying to keep what weight training, I have done going and keep up with my cardio. It is a cardio day tomorrow.

Hi
Mine came yesterday so I did my first Burn Circuit this morning. I also did a 20 minute Turbo Jam afterwards. I am not sure if I am using enough weight but I am starting to feel my arms a bit more tonight. I might need more weight for my legs but I will see after this week. I liked it although I have had a less than perfect eating day. I think tomorrow is an off day but I am planning to do a Turbo Jam cardio. I have to work up on plank pushups. I can only do 5 and then the rest from my knees.

hope the birthday party went well.

Vic

Hello!

My name is Stephanie, I am 24 year old German studednt from Alberta, Canada. I have just started Chalene Xtreme at the beginning of this month In fact, I am suffering at this very moment from sore forearms from Burn Circuit 2 yesterday....however, I really like the workout so far! Is anyone else noticing any forearm pain or pain in their hands?
Do you also do Turbo Jam as well? I have been doing that for about 2 years now at home...but it got to be pretty routine, so I had to change it up a bit. Any new, really effective cardio workouts that you could recommend?

I still have to post a picture, will probably get around to that...

Thanks!

Count me in!!! I started on Thursday, November 5th and I already LOVE this program!! I also love Turbo Jam and love Chalene's energy and happiness!

I am pretty happy with my current weight and measurements, but if I lose an inch or 2 here and there I will also be happy! Here's what I measured:

Age: 32 (with 2 children, ages 2 and 4!!)
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 128.6 pounds (I know very precise...weighed in this morning at Weight Watchers...I'm a lifetime member for close to 2 years now!)
Waist: 29"
Hips: 39.25"
Arms: 10.5" each
Thighs: 22" each
Chest: 34"
Pants Size: 4 or 6
Shirt size: Small

My goal is to get more cut and have more definition in my muscles mainly. I want to look more cut for next summer without bulking up and looking manly!

I love it that these workouts are so short! I also used to do Slim Series, which I love too, but the shortest workout is an hour! With the 2 kids and being a teacher, this program is much easier to fit into my schedule. I have it set up so I do the longest workouts on Saturdays and Sundays.

My muscles shook after each workout so far. I did Burn 1 on Thursday and was shaking! I did Burn 2 today and was also shaking! I love it though! When I pick up 10-pound weights I can't even believe it!! I love the "GET EXTREME!" part too and it is short and before you know it, it's over. I love how this program focuses on form and how much I feel each rep!

I also follow Weight Watchers maintenance for eating. I have been doing this for 2 years (I had joined 4 days after giving birth to my younger son!). The program allows you to eat more on days you workout, which is what I always do (it works for me!). I also balance my diet well with fruits, vegetables, lowfat dairy, lean protein, and whole grains. My children even eat 100% whole wheat pasta and they love it!

Good luck to you on your journey and we can check in with each other here as we get PUMPED!!!!!!!!!

Do you have the deluxe program or the regular one? I have the regular one. It's what I was able to afford, but maybe in the future after a couple of rounds I can add on to my collection. I usually purchase a new program from Beachbody every year or so. It has been a year and a half and was overdue for me! So far I have the original Power 90, Slim in 6, Slim Series, the original Turbo Jam (not the deluxe), extra Turbo Jam workouts, Slim Series Express, Rockin' Body and of course....ChaLEAN Extreme! Never did P90X...the pull-ups intimidate me!

Take care,
Bonnie

Hi all,
I did the Burn Circuit 2 today and the 20 minute Turbo jam (can't miss my cardio). I am not sure if I need heavier weights or not. The highest I have is 12 lbs. I have been doing the Turbo sculpt and a Crunch sculpt since July. I was using 8 lb weights. Will see how I finish this week. I am to lazy to get my book out with all of my stats but I can give you some key ones (or the ones I remember).

Age 49
Weight 159
Height 5' 8"
Chest 35
Waist 30
Hips 40

I want to get to 145. I started in May at 184 and promised myself for the last 15 I would get the Chalean extreme. My sister introduced me to Turbo Jam this summer. I use several other DVDs (Karen Voight and Gin Miller) because I like step aerobics for a cardio alternative.

I am a working mom and have two kids in grade school.
So that all to tell. Looking forward to the next three months.
Later
Vic

I did Burn Intervals and Ab Burner today...holy cow!! I loved both!

Yesterday after Burn Circuit 2 I needed to do Recharge. I loved that. My muscles were so fatigued and were shaking (I don't like that feeling, but I guess I will get used to it), and Recharge really helped.

Anyway, today I feel it in my upper back from doing Burn 2 yesterday, but it's in a good way! Tomorrow is Burn 3 and Tuesday will be Burn it off and Recharge. Wednesday is a welcomed rest day but I might do Recharge again, or Cool it off Express from Slim Series Express (a 30-minute stretch and relaxation routine that feels oh so good!).

Before starting this program, I was having some trouble with a little tendinitis in my left shoulder. I stopped doing shoulder weight-lifting exercises and it still didn't help. My doctor told me to try doing some shoulder exercises again and see how it feels. He thought that maybe if I gave the tendon more support again with the muscle, it would help. Well, I am very happy to report no shoulder discomfort since starting this program! I think that focusing more on the form rather than doing as many reps as possible is just what I needed to do for my shoulder. Sometimes when doing high reps I am more focused on how many I did, as opposed to how I was actually performing the exercise.

I feel very empowered after lifting heavier weights. And I'm not even talking as heavy as Chalene does...I'm just talking about lifting 10-pound weights for the first time EVER!!!

Party on everyone!

Take care,
Bonnie