avdice need

**pvrandy** · 07-25-2010, 12:40 AM

Hi all,
I've been tapping since May. I began with the Basic Workout Plus - 14 day boot camp, then went to every other day. After about 3 weeks, I thought I would challenge myself, so I went on to the Total Workout - 10 day boot camp. Since then I have been working out M-W-F and as of today I have not lost any inches. Is their anyone who could possibly give me some advice? Thanks,
Teresa

**monica213** · 07-25-2010, 05:58 AM

How long did you do the instructionals? How is your eating? Are you taking any medications? How many clothing sizes do you need/want to lose? Are pre, peri or post menopausal?

**brngckn** · 07-25-2010, 09:49 AM

And, were you losing inches doing BWO+?

**pvrandy** · 07-25-2010, 08:28 PM

Hi Monica213,
Thanks for getting back to me so quickly. I did the instructional for the BWO+ for 5 days; and the Total Workout for about 7 days. I usually eat when I am hungry, if I do snack it's usually berries and/or nuts. I take Fish Oil, Vitamin D, Evening Primrose oil, and sometimes it take Sudafed and Mortrin. I would like to loose about 2 to 3 clothing sizes. I'm not sure if I am in pre or peri menopause. I might be, being in my mid-forties.
Thanks,
Teresa

**pvrandy** · 07-25-2010, 08:41 PM

Hi Brngckn,
No, I didn't lose any inches with the BWO+ either. I don't know what to do I'm stuck and frustrated.
Teresa

**BlessedMama** · 07-26-2010, 09:23 PM

I'm not a trainer, but based on what I've seen here, I would bet Michelle and Kirsten will tell you to go back to Instructional 1. The Instructionals are as much, if not more--for establishing mind-to-muscle connections than just learning the moves.

Michelle advises even us veterans to go back and revisit instructionals often! (Something I need to do!)

Are you getting enough protein? If you aren't eating enough, your body thinks it's in starvation mode and hangs onto fat and sacrifices muscle. Not what we want!

And if you are having any hormonal issues, that all plays into it.

I'm sure Michelle or another trainer will be back by--I know Michelle is like super-mama--going back to nursing school, getting her yoga certification and helps moderate here! I don't know what she does with all that spare time she has!

Keep asking questions! There's lots of help and support here!

Oh, just had a thought--have you read through the Must Read Threads?

http://forum.t-tapp.com/showthread.php?t=57929

And Michelle's EXCELLENT advice on Curling the Core:

Teresa calls flattening the lower back "curling the core" due to the fact that many of us have a curve in that area and that’s the center or core of the body. This is a term that Teresa uses to help get Tappers to "tuck their body under" when the lower back (lower lumbar area) has a greater curve. There needs to be a "straighter line" - in other words, not a "sway back". When you tuck your butt, it is more than initiating the move from your butt or tailbone. Applying these tips can really take your workout to the next level.

Curl the Core - On the Floor
If you are a beginner you might want to practice this first on the floor to get the feeling of it. Lie on your back on the floor with your knees to the ceiling, toes forward and heels near your butt, now press your shoulders into the ground, make donut fingers (making a "donut" with your thumb and fingers, then press the thumb into the index finger), then press hands into the floor to help activate the muscles equally. Make a "W" with your arms keeping the hands even with the shoulder, now tuck your butt so that the lower lumbar area touches the floor (with NO air space).

Curl the Core - Standing
When you understand and "feel" this movement then get into the Plie stance and stand in front of a wall. Now press your back and shoulders against the wall. Make sure you press your lower back into the wall so there is no air space. You want to be able to do some Plies in that position, while keeping your shoulder and back (including lower back) pressed against the wall. You can also keep "donut hands" against the wall as well. This helps to engage your lats. Pull your elbows towards the side of your body and keep your hands down to shoulder level. This is the feeling you're working towards when you're tucking your butt.

Curl the Core - Sitting
You could also do this during the day when you're sitting. Make sure to get your shoulders and hips in alignment, then I press your lower back into the chair and tuck butt at the same time. You should feel your stomach muscles engage. This can help shave off inches for your torso and abdominal area.