32 rounds, 20 seconds on, 10 seconds rest:
*8 rounds- back extensions
8 rounds push-ups
8 rounds sit-ups
8 rounds squats
I'm going to use a timing app that will do all the timing and breaks for me. I tried to find it in the App Store but couldn't, sorry. Hopefully I can keep track, maybe I'll write them down this time :)
I will be doing a run before as we'll.
*back extension video: http://m.youtube.com/#/watch?v=Bw9YuQTTc58&desktop_uri=%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DBw9YuQTTc58
Jan 9, 2013
Jan 8, 2013
Today's results and what worked for me
I completed 11 rounds. I need something to count for me because it is hard for me to keep track.
I used a shower curtain rod that I had. It worked great. I was only able to do 4 rounds with crossfit sit-ups so each round i did a different type of sit-up/crunch. I would then roll over and do push-ups and stand for squats.
Since I need to keep up on training I also did 9 miles/20 minutes on my trainer.
I used a shower curtain rod that I had. It worked great. I was only able to do 4 rounds with crossfit sit-ups so each round i did a different type of sit-up/crunch. I would then roll over and do push-ups and stand for squats.
Since I need to keep up on training I also did 9 miles/20 minutes on my trainer.
WOD #2 of Mama Challenge
WOD (Workout Of the Day)
Do as many rounds as you can in 20 minutes...
*5 reverse pull ups (heres how: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=huqcxm8G_uw )
10 push-ups
15 squats
20 Crossfit sit-ups (full sit-ups but with your knees bent and soles of your feet touching the whole time)
The benefit to crossfit sit-up are you utilize your all your abdominal muscles instead of your hipflexers.
*My pull-up bar has to go in a door jam so I will be using a bar or a broomstick between the arms of my couch or the counter (be careful) to do my reverse pull-ups.
Good Luck!
Do as many rounds as you can in 20 minutes...
*5 reverse pull ups (heres how: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=huqcxm8G_uw )
10 push-ups
15 squats
20 Crossfit sit-ups (full sit-ups but with your knees bent and soles of your feet touching the whole time)
The benefit to crossfit sit-up are you utilize your all your abdominal muscles instead of your hipflexers.
*My pull-up bar has to go in a door jam so I will be using a bar or a broomstick between the arms of my couch or the counter (be careful) to do my reverse pull-ups.
Good Luck!
Jan 7, 2013
Crossfit stickman cheat sheet
This picture is going to be bad but it works for me. I watched all the workout videos then drew stickman to help remind me. Maybe it can help you. If it is really bad let me know and I'll try something else.
90 day Crossfit Mama's challenge
I have so many resolution this year that I think posting and writing them down might be the way to hold myself accountable.
My fitness/health goal: Workout 5 times a week. That hopefully look like: Run 3x/wk, swim or bike 2x/wk, and do a short crossfit workout at least 3x's/week with one of the other workouts. Eat less treats. I am working on self control at the moment so I have not set a specific goal for my treat limits yet...baby steps!
I have really wanted to get into crossfit (a mix of bursts of cardio and weights in rounds or a certain amount for a certain time). I have found a few great sites that the workout give you a great workout and in about 20-30 minutes and even has videos to show you how to do each type of exercise. I drew up a cheat sheet of stick men :) The equipment is minimal too and you can be creative in substituting.
Equipment needed: (preferred sub if you don't have)
10-20 pound dumbbells (I only have 10's now but might look for 20 at a secondhand store)
jumprope
pull-up bar (we have one that goes in your door jam. I think it was $9.00)
10 pound weight ball (I don't have I will have to think of a sub)
18" box (I will use a bench that I have but make sure it is very stable and secure)
timer
One of the sites is doing a 90 day challenge so I thought that would help me. I just started today so it isn't too late. Just weigh yourself and measure yourself, if you'd like. She is also challenging everyone to remove something for a week but it gets added to the next week and so on. This week is no caffein. I will be adding addition runs/bikes/swims that I can squeeze in to work towards my triathlon season.
Today's workout is:
Do 6 set for time (Do all 4 6 times and time yourself)
24 squats
24 walking lunges
24 pushups
run 400 meters
My time today was 29:07. My treadmill is in the other room so I had to run to it but I am moving it soon so hopefully I can improve. Your time doesn't need to be compared to mine. (It's not that great of a time, I'm just sayin') If you'd like you can comment on what your time was so you can keep track too.
Time your exercise and try to improve the next time. I do girl pushups. If you don't have a treadmill or know how long 400 m is then replace it with something that will elevate your heart rate as much as it would to do one lap around a track (around 1.5 min fast-3 slow). Like jumprope, elliptical, running down the block, jumping jacks, use your imagination! The site is http://www.calicrossfit.blogspot.com/ You can sign up for the daily emails too.
The other site is http://blondeponytail.com/ she has an amazing recipe for energy bars but I need to do the nutritional info on them. She also have a ton of crossfit workouts.
So, I will be doing her workout but I don't have the shakes but I do have other protein shakes that I can use. I would love to have others do this with me. Please don't be intimidated, do what you can. If you have any questions I will answer them if I can :)
Wishing you and I "GOOD LUCK, this is very doable"!
My fitness/health goal: Workout 5 times a week. That hopefully look like: Run 3x/wk, swim or bike 2x/wk, and do a short crossfit workout at least 3x's/week with one of the other workouts. Eat less treats. I am working on self control at the moment so I have not set a specific goal for my treat limits yet...baby steps!
I have really wanted to get into crossfit (a mix of bursts of cardio and weights in rounds or a certain amount for a certain time). I have found a few great sites that the workout give you a great workout and in about 20-30 minutes and even has videos to show you how to do each type of exercise. I drew up a cheat sheet of stick men :) The equipment is minimal too and you can be creative in substituting.
Equipment needed: (preferred sub if you don't have)
10-20 pound dumbbells (I only have 10's now but might look for 20 at a secondhand store)
jumprope
pull-up bar (we have one that goes in your door jam. I think it was $9.00)
10 pound weight ball (I don't have I will have to think of a sub)
18" box (I will use a bench that I have but make sure it is very stable and secure)
timer
One of the sites is doing a 90 day challenge so I thought that would help me. I just started today so it isn't too late. Just weigh yourself and measure yourself, if you'd like. She is also challenging everyone to remove something for a week but it gets added to the next week and so on. This week is no caffein. I will be adding addition runs/bikes/swims that I can squeeze in to work towards my triathlon season.
Today's workout is:
Do 6 set for time (Do all 4 6 times and time yourself)
24 squats
24 walking lunges
24 pushups
run 400 meters
My time today was 29:07. My treadmill is in the other room so I had to run to it but I am moving it soon so hopefully I can improve. Your time doesn't need to be compared to mine. (It's not that great of a time, I'm just sayin') If you'd like you can comment on what your time was so you can keep track too.
Time your exercise and try to improve the next time. I do girl pushups. If you don't have a treadmill or know how long 400 m is then replace it with something that will elevate your heart rate as much as it would to do one lap around a track (around 1.5 min fast-3 slow). Like jumprope, elliptical, running down the block, jumping jacks, use your imagination! The site is http://www.calicrossfit.blogspot.com/ You can sign up for the daily emails too.
The other site is http://blondeponytail.com/ she has an amazing recipe for energy bars but I need to do the nutritional info on them. She also have a ton of crossfit workouts.
So, I will be doing her workout but I don't have the shakes but I do have other protein shakes that I can use. I would love to have others do this with me. Please don't be intimidated, do what you can. If you have any questions I will answer them if I can :)
Wishing you and I "GOOD LUCK, this is very doable"!
Jan 20, 2012
Update....
I have been "off air" for quite a while, I think a year and a half to be exact. I don't really have much to say that's why I don't bother but I hope that will change.
My name is Chelsea Northam, and I am addict to Pinterest! I see all these amazingly talented people that I get to try and copy, duplicate, pretend that I will someday to, or just plain ol' drool over. I am not creative, my blog is not a creative blog, maybe if I follow Pinterest enough I will magically become an amazing blogger (haa).
An update on the fam... Payton is 8, Tate is 5, Cohen and Tess are 3. I can't believe how big Coh and Tess are. It makes me sad especially if they are the last of the clan. I can't imagine having another baby but I it is hard to accept that this is all. Oh well, it's out of our hand and I have AMAZING children so it is hard to imagine it being even more amazing :o)
Chelsea update...I guess the biggest new is that I am completely involved with running. I completed my second marathon in June and have done 7 half marathons, some 5k and 10k's here and there, and have done two 200 mile relay races (teams of 12). I was introduced to an orginization that gets you sponsorship for your sport so, I applied for Volkswagen and I was accepted in September! I was totally shocked. They wanted an amateur and they definitely got one. All I have to do is run four races for them in 8 months and I get free gear. Awesome huh? Anyway, I need to make sure I put their name out as much as I can and post my races and fun stuff about their products. I promise that is NOT all it will be about but the only thing I do besides being with my family is running and starting to train for my first Triathlons this summer. I am really excited. I know, definitely not for everyone!
Jared's update...work, work, work. He works for Fisher Investments as an Investment counselor. His highlight for the year was probably winning a competition at work ($400 pot) to put towards his first concealed hand gun. Yes, my husband packs heat! He went goose hunting for the first time and hope to do more in the future. I secreatly hope he moves onto a different type goose is horrible, actually, I refused to try it but the kids didn't mind it.
Payton's update...He is doing awesome. Is MRI's have all been stable (no change or growth) for a long time. He has them every 6 months and is due for one mid February. He is doing great and in still an amazing kid! He is ubsessed with military stuff. Mostly guns. He loves LEGO's and playing with the neighbors. I hate to admit it but, he loves video games too. Luckily, he isn't hard to get off. He is really great about getting off when I ask.
Tate's update...he's my clown. I just watch him and laugh. He is very clumsy and spacy but the sweetest kid. He is always reminding me that he loves me and will NEVER leave without a hug and a kiss (even at the bus stop) we'll see how long that lasts. He loves to play with his friend, riding his bike, and teaching his friends crazy phrases (not always ones I am proud of).
Cohen's update...wild. Wild hair always. He has curly hair that needs constant attention and he refuses to let me help it. He runs and screams if he even thinks I'm going to get it wet. He is very animated and his favorite thing to do is copy people. He is really good at it too. He will copy speakers in church, songs, prayers, but most of all his brother's and sister no matter what the consequence and/or retaliation. I literally hear "MOM!!! COHEN IS COPYING ME!!!" Over a hundred times a day. He is always in shoes too big cuz shoes that fit are "baby shoes". He loves cleats, uniforms and being in his underwear.
Tessa's update...Girly, girly, girly. Changes her clothes 100 times a day, talks while twisting her hair, with one hip out, and a little giggle at the end of her sentences. Love clothes, shoes, and always dresses herself. Total opposite of me except the attitude :)
Blade is our new dog as of June. He is a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and is a great dog. I NEVER thought I'd have a dog or liking a dog but he is a great one. The kids love him and he is great with them.
So, that is the Northam's update. Hopefully it won't be another 1.5 years until the next.
My name is Chelsea Northam, and I am addict to Pinterest! I see all these amazingly talented people that I get to try and copy, duplicate, pretend that I will someday to, or just plain ol' drool over. I am not creative, my blog is not a creative blog, maybe if I follow Pinterest enough I will magically become an amazing blogger (haa).
An update on the fam... Payton is 8, Tate is 5, Cohen and Tess are 3. I can't believe how big Coh and Tess are. It makes me sad especially if they are the last of the clan. I can't imagine having another baby but I it is hard to accept that this is all. Oh well, it's out of our hand and I have AMAZING children so it is hard to imagine it being even more amazing :o)
Chelsea update...I guess the biggest new is that I am completely involved with running. I completed my second marathon in June and have done 7 half marathons, some 5k and 10k's here and there, and have done two 200 mile relay races (teams of 12). I was introduced to an orginization that gets you sponsorship for your sport so, I applied for Volkswagen and I was accepted in September! I was totally shocked. They wanted an amateur and they definitely got one. All I have to do is run four races for them in 8 months and I get free gear. Awesome huh? Anyway, I need to make sure I put their name out as much as I can and post my races and fun stuff about their products. I promise that is NOT all it will be about but the only thing I do besides being with my family is running and starting to train for my first Triathlons this summer. I am really excited. I know, definitely not for everyone!
Jared's update...work, work, work. He works for Fisher Investments as an Investment counselor. His highlight for the year was probably winning a competition at work ($400 pot) to put towards his first concealed hand gun. Yes, my husband packs heat! He went goose hunting for the first time and hope to do more in the future. I secreatly hope he moves onto a different type goose is horrible, actually, I refused to try it but the kids didn't mind it.
Payton's update...He is doing awesome. Is MRI's have all been stable (no change or growth) for a long time. He has them every 6 months and is due for one mid February. He is doing great and in still an amazing kid! He is ubsessed with military stuff. Mostly guns. He loves LEGO's and playing with the neighbors. I hate to admit it but, he loves video games too. Luckily, he isn't hard to get off. He is really great about getting off when I ask.
Tate's update...he's my clown. I just watch him and laugh. He is very clumsy and spacy but the sweetest kid. He is always reminding me that he loves me and will NEVER leave without a hug and a kiss (even at the bus stop) we'll see how long that lasts. He loves to play with his friend, riding his bike, and teaching his friends crazy phrases (not always ones I am proud of).
Cohen's update...wild. Wild hair always. He has curly hair that needs constant attention and he refuses to let me help it. He runs and screams if he even thinks I'm going to get it wet. He is very animated and his favorite thing to do is copy people. He is really good at it too. He will copy speakers in church, songs, prayers, but most of all his brother's and sister no matter what the consequence and/or retaliation. I literally hear "MOM!!! COHEN IS COPYING ME!!!" Over a hundred times a day. He is always in shoes too big cuz shoes that fit are "baby shoes". He loves cleats, uniforms and being in his underwear.
Tessa's update...Girly, girly, girly. Changes her clothes 100 times a day, talks while twisting her hair, with one hip out, and a little giggle at the end of her sentences. Love clothes, shoes, and always dresses herself. Total opposite of me except the attitude :)
Blade is our new dog as of June. He is a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and is a great dog. I NEVER thought I'd have a dog or liking a dog but he is a great one. The kids love him and he is great with them.
So, that is the Northam's update. Hopefully it won't be another 1.5 years until the next.
Sep 5, 2010
July 4, 2010
Ridgefield parade. We went with great friends and had a wonderful time.
I was able to do the 10k before the parade and set a new PR.
Cute kid pics...
Helvatia Half Marathon (June)
So, I did my fist half marathon in June. My wonderful friend trained and ran it with me. It was great to see my kidlets at the finish line and run with a great friend. I am excited for my next one in October.Dozer Days 2010 (May)
This was our second year going to Dozer Day's with the Candlelighter's organizations. Payton, Tate, Grace (cousin), and Grant (cousin) were able to come too. They had a great time.Apr 29, 2010
Humm...where do I begin?
Baseball season started for Payton, Tate started indoor soccer, Cohen and Tess are into anything and everything, I did my first 15 K (9.3 miles) as training for a half marathon in June, and Jared got his first Gun. Oh, and we had a great low key Easter with Jared's Bro's family, Aunt and Uncle. Other then that there really hasn't been anything going on here. Just waiting and waiting for the sun to finally show its face for an extended amount of time...sighhh.
All ready for the egg hunt (night before)
Tess loves to dress up. This is what the Easter Bunny brought her.
Love this one of Tate.
Payton was so excited for his dad to get a gun. We had to make sure he understood this was a REAL gun.
On ONE beautiful, sunny, warm day....
Tate does a great job in soccer. He is very fast and does a great job dribbling.
We are very happy that Payton is able to play this year. His energy is back and he is LOVING baseball. He asks the coach if he can run around the bases after practice.
Mar 24, 2010
Oh, Tess.
This was taken a little while ago but I still
LOVE it.
It is Messy-Tessy to the "T"! Enjoy.
Reserved for LIFE!
Payton has been officially adopted onto the Lewis & Clark College Baseball Team.
We were connected with this wonderful
team through Friends of Jaclyn Foundation.
FOJ is a non-profit,
charitable organization that improves the quality of life for children
with pediatric brain tumors and their families. They match a child with a college or high school sports team and once the team and child have been matched,
there is a ceremonial adoption. Payton's ceremony took place on the 14th.
It was a beautiful day and they went above and beyond to make sure Payton felt he was part of their team family.
This is the plaque they put on their bench and painted it in his honor.He sat in this spot during the first game we watched. It was as
close to the players as you can possibly go. The
players make sure to give "5's" or knuckles before they go up to bat. They
have been leaving notes on his Caringbridge site and give him little gifts as well.
We are trying really hard to learn all their names so we
can be a their #1 fans. It has been a wonderful experience
to see Payton with these guys and see how the player's interact with him.
After the game they let Payton, Tate, Cohen and Tess on the
field for the "star" treatment. They get to try on equipment, play in the dirt, and
throw the ball around.
They posted the ceremony on their blog as well.
(Below are of his ceremony and of a cheer they did for him.)
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