Lowcarbfriend

I started working out about a month ago and thought I had a good work out plan. But after reading through some of the posts I’m not so sure. So, when in doubt, ask.

I think I weigh between 190 and 200 (I don’t own a scale, they drive me crazy). My main goal right now it to drop the weight and not be as flabby.
I’ve worked up to working out 5 days a week. First thing in the morning, I do 30-45 mins of cardio. These are DVDs and I alternate between walking, step, and floor aerobics. After I get the kids on the bus, I do a toning video. They use light to moderate weights with high reps. I saw this refered to girly weights. But I’m so out of shape, I get muscle fatigued on about 70% of the exercises even using light weights. I’m also thinking about adding the couch to 5k program in the evening so when it warms up I can get out of the house and go for a run.

Now, if I’m going to put all this energy into working out I’d like to get as much bang for my buck as I can. Is this a good workout routine? Are there things I can change to make it more effective? Should I add the couch to 5k or would that be too much cardio?

I would be very grateful for any comments or suggestions.

Candy

I’m curious as to how it is different from the one I used a couple of years ago…

Thanks!

I got the kathy smith’s lifting to lose weight yesterday and I had a minute to review it and I think it is exactly what I was looking for to add some strength training to my routine. I just wanted to take a minute to thank you for suggesting it!!! man, that chick is buff and exactly what I want to look like!!

I am thinking I am going to still do my elliptical everyday and then do the video (both upper & lower workouts) on monday, wed & fridays.

new month & new routine! I am excited

thanks again

anyone do or have done slim in 6…i was thinking of using this to get semi into shape before starting power 90x.

Which one should I order if I need to lose weight as well? I have been reading that P90X is for when you get close to your goal weight. Just looking for some guidance!!!

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Just curious about opinions – good, bad, indifferent?