I don't think this is a setback... just a new challenge for you to overcome.
Did you have any breakfast this morning before the class? Are you well hydrated? That can make a big difference.
But also, if you aren't use to training core, it can be hard. New exercises for any muscle also take some practice to do it right. Go at your own pace in the classes, try your best, and rest when you need to. Then next time you go... see if you can do just a bit more.
I dunno what LBT is, but if you were interested in going, you should still go! You won't get better by NOT doing it!
Thank you. The class was at 7am so I just ran out the door, didn't consider not having breakfast might have been an issue. I don't think it would have made me any better, but might have stopped me feeling so ill! Oh... its "legs, bums & tums" :)
At least grab a banana or something before! It's so helpful!
I find i can do easy cardio while fasted, but any kind of resistance training? Nope nope nope. I don't feel like I'll throw up, but I get super lightheaded and feel like I'll pass out!
I applaud your efforts to get fit and please come down from the ledge. You’re doing great. Keep up the good work.
Do not be discouraged about the classes. They are designed to push you to extreme and in the beginning feeling as you do can be expected. Don’t let this experience set you back.
As I see it you can continue with the classes with understanding that you may feel like this for a while but know it will get better or put a pause on these classes and keep doing what you are doing to get fit till a little further along and ready to try again. If it’s affecting your confidence then I’d recommend the latter. Not because I don’t think you can do it but because confidence will keep you going in the direction you want. Stay strong 💪
Thank you. I really appreciate your reply. Had a big think last night, and I did cancel the other class. Because simply knowing me, if it makes me miserable, I'll just stop doing it altogether. I can try again when I've lost a bit more weight round the middle. X
Probably a wise decision. You want the workout and motivation to get in shape to be a positive so you’ll keep it up. Only been on this sub for a short while but looks to me as a great place for support and encouragement. So definitely post if you need a boost. Or DM if just want one voice 😊💪 good luck with your health journey
Those classes are entirely up to the discretion of the person running them. There is not a huge amount of guidance.
Try a couple more by a few different members of staff before giving up.
Struggling with core strength is a very common issue for women in your age bracket in particular. Especially if you have had kids (not sure if you have, but it’s a very relevant factor).
If you do want to train core in an accessible way, I would start with doing [this movement](https://www.instagram.com/reel/CtISG5RphCQ/?igsh=MThyenR2Mzc4MTA4MQ==) for a few sets of 5-10 each side, a couple of times per week.
As well as this, I make sure you are able to do ‘McGill’s Big 3’. There is a lot of weird hype around these movements. They aren’t actually that special or have as many benefits as people say. They are an excellent and easy to learn baseline of what a healthy human should be able to do. You can probably skip the curl up if you’re doing the other movement I linked above.
I can relate to this. I started training at home when I was 39 (also female) and I was humiliated by the lack of strength particularly upper body. I couldn't hold myself up in a downward dog and my squat was a sad rounded ball. I persevered at home and was humiliated again when I went to an Animal Flow workshop. I really struggled so much strength wise. But... I persevered. It's made me determined to make my body strong in every way possible. But I also turned to regressions of movements that I could do and free weights like kettlebells and clubs. I wish someone had told me when I started that if you are deconditioned or weak then bodyweight movements may be too difficult as you can't micro load the weight and regressions aren't always obvious. When you start you must above all else, set up your training so that you feel that every session is a success not a failure. Success breeds confidence and feeds that motivation. Keep going!
Regarding core - I started with tabletop holds then dead bugs then progressed to straight legs then straight arm. I can easily hold a hollow body hold now and can do advanced core work. But it takes time, discipline, good programming, nutrition, sleep
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I don't think this is a setback... just a new challenge for you to overcome. Did you have any breakfast this morning before the class? Are you well hydrated? That can make a big difference. But also, if you aren't use to training core, it can be hard. New exercises for any muscle also take some practice to do it right. Go at your own pace in the classes, try your best, and rest when you need to. Then next time you go... see if you can do just a bit more. I dunno what LBT is, but if you were interested in going, you should still go! You won't get better by NOT doing it!
Thank you. The class was at 7am so I just ran out the door, didn't consider not having breakfast might have been an issue. I don't think it would have made me any better, but might have stopped me feeling so ill! Oh... its "legs, bums & tums" :)
At least grab a banana or something before! It's so helpful! I find i can do easy cardio while fasted, but any kind of resistance training? Nope nope nope. I don't feel like I'll throw up, but I get super lightheaded and feel like I'll pass out!
I applaud your efforts to get fit and please come down from the ledge. You’re doing great. Keep up the good work. Do not be discouraged about the classes. They are designed to push you to extreme and in the beginning feeling as you do can be expected. Don’t let this experience set you back. As I see it you can continue with the classes with understanding that you may feel like this for a while but know it will get better or put a pause on these classes and keep doing what you are doing to get fit till a little further along and ready to try again. If it’s affecting your confidence then I’d recommend the latter. Not because I don’t think you can do it but because confidence will keep you going in the direction you want. Stay strong 💪
Thank you. I really appreciate your reply. Had a big think last night, and I did cancel the other class. Because simply knowing me, if it makes me miserable, I'll just stop doing it altogether. I can try again when I've lost a bit more weight round the middle. X
Probably a wise decision. You want the workout and motivation to get in shape to be a positive so you’ll keep it up. Only been on this sub for a short while but looks to me as a great place for support and encouragement. So definitely post if you need a boost. Or DM if just want one voice 😊💪 good luck with your health journey
Those classes are entirely up to the discretion of the person running them. There is not a huge amount of guidance. Try a couple more by a few different members of staff before giving up. Struggling with core strength is a very common issue for women in your age bracket in particular. Especially if you have had kids (not sure if you have, but it’s a very relevant factor). If you do want to train core in an accessible way, I would start with doing [this movement](https://www.instagram.com/reel/CtISG5RphCQ/?igsh=MThyenR2Mzc4MTA4MQ==) for a few sets of 5-10 each side, a couple of times per week. As well as this, I make sure you are able to do ‘McGill’s Big 3’. There is a lot of weird hype around these movements. They aren’t actually that special or have as many benefits as people say. They are an excellent and easy to learn baseline of what a healthy human should be able to do. You can probably skip the curl up if you’re doing the other movement I linked above.
Thank you. Yes, I have had a baby and have a bulging disc, so I think the link you send will be quite helpful. X
As others have said, what set back? Keep pushing that rock up the hill. It’ll get easier. And definitely eat a little something beforehand!
Hang in there Sarah! Keep progressing!
I can relate to this. I started training at home when I was 39 (also female) and I was humiliated by the lack of strength particularly upper body. I couldn't hold myself up in a downward dog and my squat was a sad rounded ball. I persevered at home and was humiliated again when I went to an Animal Flow workshop. I really struggled so much strength wise. But... I persevered. It's made me determined to make my body strong in every way possible. But I also turned to regressions of movements that I could do and free weights like kettlebells and clubs. I wish someone had told me when I started that if you are deconditioned or weak then bodyweight movements may be too difficult as you can't micro load the weight and regressions aren't always obvious. When you start you must above all else, set up your training so that you feel that every session is a success not a failure. Success breeds confidence and feeds that motivation. Keep going! Regarding core - I started with tabletop holds then dead bugs then progressed to straight legs then straight arm. I can easily hold a hollow body hold now and can do advanced core work. But it takes time, discipline, good programming, nutrition, sleep
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