Well, I have been working out for a few months now and figured I might as well set up an execise log. I will be joining a gym soon too and I think it will be helpful to have a record of my progress.

So far I have been following exercise videos and shooting for 30 minutes a session, at least 3 days a week, usually more. (since May 03)

My current weight is 175 but I feel much larger than that right now. I am anxious to see if my inches drop fast after joining the gym. 40, 44 now

Today I did QF, 10 minutes each-abs, buns and arms.

Congratulations to your weightloss:-)) ( I have just checked your pics.) I am absolutely sure that joining a gym, refreshing your exercise routine would give a new bust to your meatbolism.
I started with 175, and simply by changing my exercise from 5x/week (60-90 min intensive) swimming to 3-5x/week 30 min (pathetic) walk/jog I lost 8 lbs without any dieatery change:-))

Welcome to the gym board:-)))

This morning I completed segments from several different sources.
Denise Austin: Hit the spot abs
8 minute buns
I want those arms

About 30 minutes in total

Jill, regarding your question in my gym log.

Yes, last January I changed my exercise routine from longer, more intensive to shorter less intensive, and simply this CHANGE (wihout any dietary changes) shook up my metabolism. 8 lbs loss in the first month, 7 in the second, 5 in the third. The real intersting, that when I increased my running time/speed/distance, my weight loss slowed down. During summer I ran 30 miles every week, but lost only 3-3 lbs/month.
Simply my body had accustomed to the new exercise routine very fast.

If you visit frequently any gym you will see many people (usually young women) doing the same 45-60 min elliptical routine every day - without any noticable changes in their weight/shape.

My recommendation (actually it is not mine, pro trainers say the same thing) : change your exercise routine in every 6-8 weeks, to keep interested, entertained your body:-)))

P.S.: I see you are doing I want those arms. I have just ordered I want that body (the 4 "I want" programs from Tamilee Webb. She is my favorite. I have learned the basic of weight training from her book. She is an excellent teacher/instructor:-)

I will try to spend at least a little time in the gym while on vacation.
Back next week!

Ha Ha Ha! I didn't even go into the gym at the Wilderness Lodge! I did peek in the window though and it looked like an awesome gym. I did, however walk miles a day so I don't feel too guilty. I honestly was not about to get myself sore or expend more energy than I already did. We exhausted ourselves daily.

Today I am off to walk.....It's only 39 degrees here though. Not as much fun.

10 minutes abs, gotta run!

Finally back at it. 10 minutes abs, arms, buns

30 minute walk in the park on Friday.

2 hours tree clearing and raking

10 minutes abs, 10 minutes arms and legs. (squats and lunges w/ curls and lateral raises)

15 minutes arms and 15 minutes abs

Killer workout this morning.
I want that body..15 minutes arms, 15 minutes buns and 8 minute abs.

30 minutes this morning. QF 10 minutes abs, arms and buns. I'm a little sore from yesterday. That's a good thing!

yesterday I got in a 30 minute walk.