[kbl]

I want to get into better shape before I get pregnant. The condition you are in really does make a difference. I could try to find my pilates DVDs in storage or try something else. I have been very pleased with pilates in the past, but trying to find the DVDs in storage may be an extreme workout in itself. :wacko:
So I decided to create my own T-Tapp challenge. I went to the web page and downloaded everything that was on the 'try it first' page. I even watched all the 'tip' videos. I took some pictures and measurements of myself for a 'before' reference. Then put exercise time in my schedule. I only fit it in three times a week. I have done some of the things on three occasions and have notice that I already feel different. I have not had time to do all the exercises I downloaded in one setting. However, I have especially noticed that the exercises listed for back pain have really helped me. I don't feel so tight and I am uncomfortable being slouched now. I work at a computer nearly all day, so this is really good.
I will let you all know how many inches I lose when I am done. I do not have far to go, as I am already fairly fit. And I am a total vegetarian (vegan), so I already have a very healthy diet (I am a plant based nutrition instructor). However many years ago (before becoming vegan) I was size 16 and around 180lbs at only 5'3". So this is more like "getting the final 5 lbs off" kind of thing.

My DH has said the program sounds like maybe something I could consider. That really surprised me because he has been in body building and done personal training. He usually says we have all we need, and don't need anything else. Most of the time he is absolutely right. I have done body building with him in the past, but I know I need something more and different. I am already quite strong, but I have a few things out of place; my spine (old injuries pull it out of place often) and bladder (prolapsed, probably due to constant heavy lifting).

I told my Mom about it and she is waiting to see if I recommend it for her. She said perhaps we could go in on it together. Sounds great except she is in TX & AZ most of the time and I am in WA. So we will see how the "try it" challenge goes first.

I am sharing this with you all to encourage you to do the same or similar. If we take proper care of ourselves, we will be able to take better care of our families. The Lord is so good to bring to our attention things that will benefit our lives. :_biggrin:

This post has been edited by kbl: 10 March 2008 - 07:14 PM

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kbl, on Mar 10 2008, 06:13 PM, said:

So I decided to create my own T-Tapp challenge. I went to the web page and downloaded everything that was on the 'try it first' page. I even watched all the 'tip' videos. I took some pictures and measurements of myself for a 'before' reference. Then put exercise time in my schedule. I only fit it in three times a week. I have done some of the things on three occasions and have notice that I already feel different. I have not had time to do all the exercises I downloaded in one setting. However, I have especially noticed that the exercises listed for back pain have really helped me. I don't feel so tight and I am uncomfortable being slouched now. I work at a computer nearly all day, so this is really good.

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That is really great! You are really a go-getter. I wish i had that much 'stick-to-itiveness' and initiative. you sound like my son, a real go-getter and inventor-type. I went to the "forums" section.
I am doing the new "Lady-Bug workout" which is a modified "Total Workout". I started out in November, after getting no exercise for about 3 years!!!
I decided to join "habit formers". I just log in and keep track on there how many times a week i do the workout. It has helped to reach a goal of at least 2 workouts a week.
I went from 41" to 38" hips in 30 days (2 workouts a week) 34" waist to 30". I'm talking about 10 workouts altogether. But I also decided to eat different. Only one really main meal a day.
I wish i could figure out how to load pictures on the computer. I wouldn't mind exchanging 'before' and 'after' pictures with you (and maybe "you all" I'm kinda shy :rolleyes: )
I have been trying to pay attention to my posture as I'm doing dishes, mixing dinner etc.
Trying to "tuck butt" and "KLT" Knee over little toe. To re-habilitate my hips and knee joints (because I am A "long torso, short body type" which tends to damage these joints...UNLESS I use the right postures. (my mom has had 2 knee replacements--)

This post has been edited by heart2heart: 10 March 2008 - 11:15 PM

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kbl, on Mar 10 2008, 06:13 PM, said:

I want to get into better shape before I get pregnant.
I will let you all know how many inches I lose when I am done. I do not have far to go, as I am already fairly fit. he same or similar. If we take proper care of ourselves, we will be able to take better care of ourselves. The Lord is so good to bring to our attention things that will benefit our lives. :_biggrin:

When I take care of 'me' i am a better caretaker of all of my kids & husband!
This is my goal too.
I was going to take "before' and 'after' pictures in the next week or two. I was going to start the T-Tapp 60 day challenge. It officially starts April 1st. I think you are supposed to take picture w/newspaper w/date on it or something??!

This post has been edited by heart2heart: 10 March 2008 - 11:03 PM

[kbl]

[/quote] I think you are supposed to take picture w/newspaper w/date on it or something??!
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I was wondering what the paper was all about in those photos. :huh: I thought it was a paper regarding the
clinics (like an ad was in it) or something like that.
I clearly did not pay that close of attention, it wasn't related to bodily changes, so it did not matter to me.
Anyway, I am doing this challenge to see if I want to invest in the program. Sounds like it has been worth it for you! :D

I hope you already took your "before" picture. Otherwise DH can testify!

[tiffanniwi]

You guys have really motivated me. I ordered the book and DVD on Walmart.com for $14 (including shipping). That is all I could afford to get right now. I got it on Saturdy and I've read all through the book and done the DVD for 3 days straight now. We did some measuring and I took some before photos. UGH!

I have to confess to having a problem with over eating. It really hit me when we went back to my friend's birth in Iowa. They do not eat as much as we do. Our whole family eats a lot. I can't believe I never saw it before.

Since we've gotten home, I've cut back what we eat and tried to make it better quality. My daughter with the weight problem is getting smaller (just a little). I want her to T-Tapp with me but she says she only wants to exercise outside. I think I can get her to walk with me.

Kbl, I too work, sitting at a computer all day. This is when things got really bad for me. I had my last baby in Feb of 07 and kept the weight off for about 7 months and then it's like the nursing hormones that keep the weight off shifted and stopped doing their job.

Anyway, I would be happy to be or love to have an accountability partner in this. Would you be up for that??? :) Maybe all of us who T-tapp could start a little group on here an encourage each other. What do you all think?

Anyway, I'm thanking you all for the discussion on all of this T-Tapp stuff. I've been hearing about it for a long time and finally had the ability to obtain it for myself.

I'd recommend the book to anyone. It's really good and I *THINK* that Walmart is the cheapest.

[tiffanniwi]

kbl, on Mar 10 2008, 07:13 PM, said:

My DH has said the program sounds like maybe something I could consider. That really surprised me because he has been in body building and done personal training. He usually says we have all we need, and don't need anything else. Most of the time he is absolutely right. I have done body building with him in the past, but I know I need something more and different. I am already quite strong, but I have a few things out of place; my spine (old injuries pull it out of place often) and bladder (prolapsed, probably due to constant heavy lifting).

This struck a chord with me because dh had been doing it with me this weekend but he doesn't get home until 9 at night so I didn't wait for him last night. Anyway, in the book, there is one testimony of a man who's wife challenged him to do it and he says if you want your husband to do this with you, just tell him he can't. LOL

The book goes through each exercise in detail with a lot of pics and what to do and not to do. Also, you get 30% off if you buy anything else once you send in the coupon in the back which also entitles you to tech support, etc. The DVD only has a couple of exercises on it. I know the one is Hoe Downs which is online. The other is frogs, I think or partial frogs, something like that.

[tiffanniwi]

You know, kbl, the more I read testimonies of the t-tapp stuff, the more I think it may help you conceive. I just wanted to post that real quick.

[kbl]

Tiffinniwi,

I was going to talk to you about the book and DVD. I read some consumer reviews on it, and some people were not happy. I was glad to see your review on the board. I was hoping the DVD would show an example of each exercise that is in the book. Sounds like that is not the case, let me know. One of the complaints was how much time was spent on the wrong form. They said they got it confused in their mind later about which one was correct. However if it can be purchased for $14, that is not as bad of a risk.

This may have been missed from other posts; I probably will not conceive until after my husband has a vasectomy reversal. :P I know the Lord could have worked a miracle there, but I think the journey of submission was more important. We are hoping to have the surgery in May.

This post has been edited by kbl: 11 March 2008 - 03:12 PM

[daqurie]

Yeah I am up for it is few more weeks when I am done recovering. I have BWO+ and I took my measurements today to get my before. I will have to take some pictures tomarrow.

[bydesign]

I purchased the book. I like it, but it was a little misleading in that I thought the DVD that came with the book would show how to do the movements, but it didn't.

I absolutely could not figure out the movements using the book. So after I mailed in my coupon (from the back of the book), I used my discount to purchase the Basic Workout Plus. (BWO+)

I'm glad I have the book, because it explains the technique better than the DVD, and it explains the entire T-Tapp philosophy and why it is so different from other types of workouts. But I would never be doing T-Tapp without the DVD. The primary back stretch has to be seen to be understood. Especially the rhythm and how it flows.

[tiffanniwi]

So many of the exercises are online at her site. I have a hard time getting it down on the video and in the book too. I'm just lost LOL!

I liked the book but have not had time to read all the ex all the way through. It is mostly testmonies.

I'm sorry I got that all wrong KBL! I was thinking you had PCOS or something. sorry. how embarrassing. ugh.

[brigonia]

Hey,
I read on the t-tapp forums yesterday that the magazine FitBody will have a free dvd of tappcore with this month's issue. It will have two t-tapp articles with exercises also. If you could find fitbody that would be a cost effective introduction. I'm going to look for it next week when it is supposed to be out. Briana

[kbl]

Thanks for the heads up on the magazine offer. That will probably be a good deal. I don't know if I will find it here, but I will look (very small town). I am still debating about buying the book. I almost ordered it this week, but now perhaps, it might be good that I waited. My mother is waiting for me to send her something, so I better decide what I think we want to do. I think she is getting excited about what I have told her (she already gave me the money for her book). The book does sound good especially for my Mother as she is on the road a lot. However, I really like to see an exercise being done. There are video tips on the try it page of T-Tapp, that seem really helpful. I tried to download those, but can only watch them while on line.

[daqurie]

I am going to start soon so I wanted to post my before pics and Meaurements so I will have them to compare to later



Bust =42"
Chest under breasts =35 3/4"
Waist =35"
Hips =40 1/4"
ABS 3" below navle =37 1/2"
Thighs =23 1/2"
2" above knee cap= 17 3/4"
Calves =13"
Upper arm 3 " from arm pit= 12"
Forarms= 9 1/2"
Pecs above bust= 39"
At Navle =35 1/2"

This post has been edited by daqurie: 13 March 2008 - 11:01 PM

[kbl]

Daq,
You are so brave! I thought I would post my before pics when I have some after ones to go along with them. Shy, I guess.
BTW, You look great for 14 days PP!