YoMetrics
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“Methinks that the moment my legs began to move,
my thoughts began to flow…” ~Henry David Thoreau |
Welcome to Yometrics
Get ready to get the strong, lean body of your dreams with Yometrics, yoga for weight loss!
Begin by watching the introduction video. This will give you the guidelines you’ll need to achieve optimal results when performing the poses.
YoMetrics builds lean muscle and you will get an “after-burn” effect. Basically, this means that your increase in muscle tissue will cause your metabolism to burn faster. This is one of the reasons these exercises produce such quick results.
Please select from the following list. You should start with the “Beginners” video. Even though labeled “Beginners”, this is a challenging workout — IF you do it correctly. (That’s why it’s important to watch the “Introduction to Yometrics” video first
After you have mastered the Beginner’s video, and are able to hold all poses at full flexion for the full 30 seconds, then move on to the “Advanced” video.
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Hi Mari Ann,
Just finished the first Yometrics session. I have degenerative spine issues and normally can’t sit on the floor or hard chairs without later pain. Is there such a thing as padded yoga mats?
Yes there is, Jeanne. This one from Amazon gets good reviews: http://amzn.to/11fyYrW
The thing you have to look out for is that you want one that is extra padded, but not too stretchy. If too stretchy, it makes some of the poses (such as down dog) difficult.
Hi Mari Ann How long does it to receive the workout DVD’s I haven’t received mine yet.
Hi Davie. I have someone from my fulfillment company looking into this right now. They promised to get back with me with a tracking # later today.
I am loving the Month 2 Beginners (and taking the twists closer to the advanced when I can, which makes me feel so acomplished!). I do have a question about the “boat position,” though. That type of position is pretty bad for me because of my diastatis recti (eight pregnancies without proper training in engaging/strengthening the transverse will do that to a lady). I have just been doing the pelvic lift from the Month 1 video when you get to the boat, but I was wondering if there are any better substitutions? Thanks!!
Eight children? How awesome! And, congrats on progressing through the workout.
One of the best ways to gently strengthen to lower abdominals and pelvic muscles is to lie flat on your back, and pull your lower abdominals and squeeze your pelvic muscles tightly for 30 seconds. Then repeat. You can also do this while sitting up in a chair, or while standing.
Also, doing kegel exercises will help. As you get stronger, you can then progress to the boat pose.
Does anyone know how long it normally takes for videos to be delivered. I ordere the workour videos on June 27th. I expected they would be delivered before now. Does it take 4-6 weeks or something.
Brad, this was a foul-up from our fulfillment company. It should NOT take more than just a couple days to get the DVD>
Your money has been refunded for this inconvenience. Hopefully, your DVD will arrive soon.
Yay…just completed my first yometrics…some were fairly easy to do…some not so much…any idea what I should do since I can’t reach my leg behind me? Otherwise very satisfying .
I can’t get the yometric intro video to load? Is it just me?
Nevermind…it finally loaded…just took a long time…I think my computer is having some issues…sorry!
Ive been having issues with my back for as long as I can remember, constant back aches and pains. Can you recommend some stretches to help my back? Currently when I try to do the downward dog pose, my knees are very bent, when I sit on the floor and stech my legs out in front of me I cannot sit up straight, if I lay on the floor and try to lift my legs up at all my knees are bent. Weak back?? Weak core?? I know I need to start where I am, something is better then nothing, but are there certains streches perhaps that I should start with?? Partner stretches even?? Thanks Vanessa
I’m taking yoga classes. I needed someone to watch me and make sure I was actually doing the poses and to show me alternative poses. I’ve got a lot of limitations due to injuries and simply because I’m overweight. Main thing to remember is only get into the pose where you feel a little stretch but no pain. Keep back straight, hips square unless told otherwise. You’ll do fine just go slow and safe but most of all don’t give up. I’ve had shoulder, neck and elbow pain for years and years and just recently discovered that it’s due to my chest muscles being too tight. Yoga is helping more than anything else but I’m also doing lots of therapy type exercises to strengthen also.
Great suggestions KHatch.
Vanessa, some of my favorite places to help stretch out legs is in a hot bath! If you have access to a bath-tub (not a shower), give this a try:
Run a HOT batch. You can even add in some epsom salts, because the magnesium in the salts will help relax your muscles.
Then, stretch your legs out in front (with bent knees at first).
Flex your feet, and sit up straight, spine elongated.
Then, gently lean forward from the hips, keeping stomach pulled in, and spine long. The bend occurs at the HIPS, not the upper back.
Hold for a count of 30.
As you get more limber, straighten your knees.
Another great stretch for lengthening the muscles in the backs of your legs is to stand with your toes on a step (heels extending off step).
GENTLY, lower your heels below the level of the step (while keeping your stomach pulled in tight).
And, yes, if you have back aches and pains, this is generally a sign of weak core muscles. But remember, your core is your lower back as well as your abdominals, so you’ll want to work on strengthening BOTH.
I just watched the intro video and I have to say that I am a little intimidated but motivated. I am very over weight and my balance is awful!
It’s important to keep in mind that I’ve been doing yoga for about 15 years! Just do what you can comfortably do right now – don’t judge yourself or compare yourself to me. Listen to your body You should feel a gentle stretch, but never to the point o pain.
Also, for the standing poses, stand near a wall for security.
Continue making steps forward – even little steps – and you’ll reach your goals!
Are there any other exercises I can do? Because of some injuries I’m VERY limited in the standing yoga poses.
Karen, if you have injuries, walking is always a great form of exercise. Just apply the fat-blaster techniques to walking: http://www.marimethod.com/workouts/intense-fat-burning-bursts-ifbb/
Personally, I used YoMetrics and this eating program to get over many of my lower back & neck injuries. However, this is something that you would need to discuss with your doctor.
It took me a couple of days to work up to trying the Yometrics workout. I did the whole beginner’s workout yesterday, after only making it through a little more than half the day before. I actually liked it (for exercise). It’s so much better than going to the gym. Mari Ann, you do a great job of walking us through each step, reminding us of the important techniques, and repeating instructions with each set. Thank you.
Glad to hear you’re enjoying YoMetrics, Debbie. And… that you saw such an improvement by your 2nd workout! YoMetrics will not only improve your strength, it will also help you development mindfulness (awareness) about how your body feels. And, as we become more aware of our body, it becomes easier to make the choice to exercise and eat healthy.
Make sure you’re taking time to do the final relaxation at the end. And, keep up the good work!
I am still doing the Month 1 beginners! I have been doing this for for well over a month. I can do the 1st 2 planks but can’t get the last 2. How long did it take you all? I do everything else perfectly, I want to move to the next month so bad. pray for me!
It’s fine to move on to Month 2, Rebecca! You can always come back and conquer those planks!
Is it just me, or does 30 seconds feel like 30 minutes? I have been working on perfecting my “Plank Pass-Out” and my “Wobbly Eagle Dive” poses. Someday I’m hoping to remain upright for the duration – lol
Nope, 30 seconds feels like eternity – especially on the two you mention!
So many great comments… we need like buttons on this page!
Yeah!! I still can’t do an entire session. But today I made it further into the video… it is the planks I struggle to do but I DID it for the first time. WOOT! PROGRESS!!
The charlie horses will eventually work themselves out! Still get’em myself sometimes!
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Did Yometrics Month 2 Beginners this morning. Proud of myself for finishing despite the charlie horse that threatened during my last seated twists!
Overall, these workouts make my joints and spine loosen up and I feel strong and ready to face the day!
Lisa, I just joined tonight! What a surprise to see you listed!! I hope I can do this
Been doing the month 2 beginners yometrics. I have a little trouble balancing with the one on your thigh, but I’m getting better! I’m still amazed that something that looks so simple will give you such a workout!!
Just did my first yometrics workout! LOVE IT!! I am so glad that I was able to burn it to a DVD and play it in my DVD player.
Just finished my first workout. Whew! My body has never felt so stretched out before…but it’s a GOOD feeling. I’m gonna have to work on the Plank, Dog, & Forward Lunge, though!
I enjoy Yometrics. I find the poses hard to do, but I love the stretching you get at the same time.
I just love the stretches while doing the YoMetrics. I get knots in the muscles in my back and the stretches help me to work them out. When my muscles ache, I know it’s time to do YoMetrics! Stress = Knots, YoMetrics = relaxation and peace with my body.
I had a bad time Monday getting Yometrics to run – never got through it. I shut down my computer on Tuesday, pulled the power from it, then re-booted and it came back up. Is Linda with Consolidated? May have been an issue with them. Mine has been fine since then.
I had a bad time Monday getting Yometrics to run – never got through it. I shut down my computer on Tuesday, pulled the power from it, then re-booted and it came back up. Is Linda with Consolidated? May have been an issue with them. Mine has been fine since then.
Linda, I’ve not heard anyone else having this problem – so it is probably an issue with your computer and/or internet connection. Try turning your computer off, then back on.
I keep having trouble with my mind movies running smoothly, I tried to listen to Susan’s testimony,
but it wasn’t working right, and now Yometrics was acting up, too, so had to do it w/o you walking me
through it.
eeehhh! Not pleasant, Theresa! Yes, you definitely need to do this BEFORE eating, or at least 1-2 hours after.
Fair warning! Don’t work out too soon after a meal. I ate breakfast then started working out about 30 minutes later. Didn’t keep my breakfast. Guess I’d better time this better!
Yay! I did my Yometrics today and it went really well!!! I did the poses really well for me and was able
to grab my foot with both hands on that one pose that I use to couldn’t do. I even was able to lay on my back
and get back up after the resting pose without a lot of trouble like I usually have! You walk us through the
Yometric poses very well, MariAnn! The introduction video was very helpful, too.
Whew am I sore after doing the yometrics for 2 days. But I feel firmer already. Took a long brisk walk today to give my wrists a rest. They get sore after doing the plank pose. Will get back to the YO tomorrow.
Hey Theresa – amazing how those static poses can get your heart pumping and cause you to sweat, isn’t it
Yes, you can absolutely download and burn to a DVD – in fact I highly recommend it. Under each video, you will see a link. Right click this link, and download to your desktop. Then, burn your DVD.
Excellent video. Really worked up a sweat! Is is possible to download it to a DVD so I can put it on my TV. My area around the computer is limited.
This looks really great. I have been doing “Body Electric” workout 5 times a week for the past 24 years and I know how important it is to not do high impact cardio in your livingroom as you might be doing it on the wrong surface and hurt yourself. All for strength training and muscle toning with cardio workout seperate. Very impressed with coupling this with the low GI diet. Why is it you always seem “too tired” to exercise and try to talk yourself out of it no matter long you have been doing it. The truth of the matter is that you have much more energy all through out the day and much better body function when you do exercise. Love doing it at home too. When you are working outside the home it is hard to find the time to make that special gym trip. Going through the materials now and starting your program next week. Can’t wait.
Welcome, Andrea! Glad to have you as part of our group. I look forward to hearing more from you as you plunge “head-long” into the full program next week!
I’ll try to put this to good use immeidtealy.
I am loving this. I have successfully fit this into my routine and I already feel more balanced and stronger. I fall asleep in the last two minutes of relaxation every time
Hey Kelly – glad to hear you’re sticking with the YoMetrics!
Wow! I really LOVED it!
i still have a hard time just laying there at the end!
hahaha
Wow. I just completed the Beginners Yometrics. I’ve never done anything like this before so I was a little apprehensive. It was challenging but felt great. At the end, I felt so relaxed physically and mentally. You have the perfect voice for this. I know I didn’t do everything perfectly, but I’ll get better. Thank you so much!
Still haven’t lost any inches, but I have made a small improvement! I couldn’t get both hands on my foot in
that pose in month one, beginners and you said I would be able to do it and you were right!!! I can barely
get both hands around my foot on that pose now!!! Yay!!!
I so wanted a nap instead of Yometrics after I got home from work today, but since I already
gained 2 lbs. from a Christmas breakfast yesterday, I chose to do the Yometrics and feel better
now!!
Computer wasn’t working again today, but fortunately I could remember the routine and did it from
memory!!
I love the way you have set up this workout….I love being able to do it whenever I want to and not think about what I’m wearing, driving to get somewhere, or do I have enough time, but really learning to concentrate and listen to what your saying in each move and concentrating on each muscle and breathing. I love that you think about the whole body in each move. Thank you!
I am so happy you have this available! This was like going to a class but in the privacy of my own home. Thank you Thank you Thank you!!!
Way to go Kevi! Good job jumping right in there and giving yometrics a shot. Great having you with us.
That felt great! I wasn’t able to do each one to the extent that Mari Ann did, but know that will come with time. I feel strong, stretched and ready for a shot of acv : )
yay i just completed day one and i feel so relaxed and great! i needed my body to be stretched out!
I just watched the Intro video and it was great! Very good explanations of how to do it properly. I’ve been following the nutrition and ACV but tomorrow night is my first night for Yometrics. No more excuses, I know I’ll really, really enjoy it once I get started.
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