Tough two weeks

I missed Kinesis two weeks in a row. The last two weeks have been tough and I didn't make the time for Kinesis or any other workout. Between my roommate and my own drama I let it go. I really wish I didn't let myself get so wrapped up with everything else - it would have helped if I made time for some kind of workout - ANY WORKOUT. I think sometimes I put my own needs last when helping someone else - and sometimes I let working out go first when I get down. It's the last thing I want do - yet, it's the one thing that might make me feel the best.

Here's another thing - I work in Cafe Mae. You would think that I would eat all day long. I have a small habit of drinking a bit too much coffee but eating - not so much. Most of the time I don't eat all day until I get home. HELLO? Shhh! Don't tell Laura!
I am trying to lose weight and I know this is not the way to do it. I eat a small breakfast, no lunch and then my dinner.
It's time for a change.

I see you!!!

I see you!!!
I work at Cafe Mae Monday - Friday. I'm the barista that see's it all.
If you have been in the Cafe you know there are 6 big windows you can look into to see us. Well, guess what?? I can see you too. I see you when you're walking by and it looks like you're talking to yourself but you're not, you're on the phone.
I see you when you check yourself out. :)
I also see you when you press your face up against the window and look in.
I see you the most when you walk by with a Starbucks cup in your hand.
Seriously??? Just once stop here first.
You will not only get a great organic coffee drink with some good tunes, but if you're game you might just get some good banter.

What is Kinesis?

I had a good question this past week: What is Kinesis?

The picture shown here is of the Kinesis wall - not to sure why they don't have shoes on....



hmmmmmmmm...well, Kinesis is made in Italy by Techogym. Kinesis burns 30% more calories than a traditional strength workout. It consists of unique grips, pulleys, and weight stacks that allows your body to move in three dimensions. You can do hundreds of different movements on Kinesis, working all of your muscles and especially, your core. Kinesis helps focuses on proper form and strength.



Classes at 5focus usually have 4 to 8 people, with 4 people on Kinesis at one time. You do intervals of various exercises with short breaks. It really kicks my butt! I love it!!

Next week look for an in-depth post into the life of Girl Friday.....

Hello!

I have read a lot of blogs over the last few weeks to get ideas for Christina's Corner. What I have noticed is most blogs say whatever they want. Here goes.....

I'm 26 years old and 5'4" tall. As most of you know, I have been doing Kinesis now for over a month. When I started I was not sure what it was, or if it even worked. After doing it a few times I began to notice changes in my body. Clothes started to fit differently. My friends were making comments. I decided to track my weight loss. In a month I have lost a full shirt size and have not changed my eating habits.



When we started (February 29) these were my circumference measurements:


waist: 37.5
hip: 46.5
bust: 41.25
thigh: 27.0
arm: 14.5



My measurements on April 1 were:

waist: 36.5
hip: 46.0
bust: 40.75
thigh: 26.5
arm: 13.75



I've gone down in every category. ROCK STAR!!!




My goals for doing this are to have more energy and make healthier choices. I bought a dress a few months ago and it fits. However, I know it could look even better if I tighten up my abs. I have given myself until May to fit into the dress the way I want to look in it.
Kinesis has really worked my whole body. I have noticed that I use what I learn in class at work. Watching how I grab for things and bending down. When I stand, I stand without my gut hanging out. I stand taller and with my shoulders back.



I've been trying to do Kinesis twice a week - come join me!