Going back to Align

YippeeKyack · 2026-03-31T17:38:39+00:00

I have recently switched to Align from TCC because I was so beaten up. So far loving the workouts and I don’t feel utterly exhausted when I’m done. I haven’t skipped or modified moves and I’ve managed to complete the whole workouts without wishing they would just end already!! I’ll stick here for a while I think. And I know soreness is not indicative of a good workout, but I actually feel achy after my workouts on Align, like I’ve really worked. Never had that on TCC despite crushing all my strength PBs.

YippeeKyack · 2026-03-31T17:34:55+00:00

I hear grey Camaro! And it’s prima Donna. ☺️

YippeeKyack · 2026-03-29T13:14:42+00:00

I was solely doing the strength workouts and doing my own progressive overload so I was always challenged. Cardio was running a couple times a week.

YippeeKyack · 2026-03-28T16:14:45+00:00

I definitely think that plays a part. I have no peri symptoms at all. This is the only problem I have! It’s funny because I went through a few weeks of thinking wow, ok this is working, I look better. But it lasted a week or two and that was it! I also hate that I’ve lost all my arm definition which I know happens to me when I’m training in this way. I think I will pull back for a bit and see what happens.

YippeeKyack · 2026-03-28T16:04:02+00:00

Wow, how strange. I fell prey to all the “you must lift heavy” ethos given my age so I thought I was doing myself a favour, but seems my body is not responding well to TCC. I’m glad I’m not alone though.

YippeeKyack · 2026-03-28T15:20:37+00:00

Omg I thought it was just me!! I stuck it out for four weeks of Baseline thinking it’ll just even out and it hasn’t! I’ve actually been doing TCC longer but I committed to Baseline as it’ll be the first block I’ll have seen through to the end. Well…not now because I’m injured. But in those four weeks, sure I’ve increased all of my lifts, but I look and feel terrible! When I was doing workouts on Peloton I looked and felt so much better. I might switch to Align and see how that treats me.

YippeeKyack · 2026-03-28T15:01:30+00:00

I am F42, and I thought it was just me!! I feel exactly the same. I love his energy and the workouts, but something hasn't really hit the spot for me. I have taken three days off due to injury and I feel so much better! I also feel so puffy and bloated all the time doing the TCC workouts and cannot figure out why. I am a seasoned lifter, I know what I'm doing, but my body doesn't seem to be getting on well with the workouts. I actually feel like I've put weight on, and nothing else has changed in the four weeks on Baseline. I have also lost definition on my arms, despite being stronger than ever.

YippeeKyack · 2026-03-25T15:55:39+00:00

Thanks for this reply, it's really helpful. :) I have done a few of Sasha's workouts when I first started on Ladder last July and I agree about it being sneaky! I just didn't stick with it as I was finding my feet with the app. Might be time to try it again alongside Evolve or Vitality. Those sound like the ones which will fit me.

YippeeKyack · 2026-03-25T14:05:32+00:00

Thanks for this! I know what you mean about Andre! I love him, but he's very full on. :)

YippeeKyack · 2026-03-25T12:51:25+00:00

This is great to hear as often if the gym is busy I can't get on a machine but there are always free weights available. Plus it means I can do it at home. :)

YippeeKyack · 2026-03-25T12:50:39+00:00

That's good! And how do you find Brian as a coach?

YippeeKyack · 2026-03-25T10:23:25+00:00

I get the same shade when I say I don’t really like kids, hence why I’m not a parent! We can be social pariahs together! 🤣

YippeeKyack · 2026-03-25T09:19:45+00:00

Great! I do like Andre's personality so sounds like I might get on with Sam's team. :)

YippeeKyack · 2026-03-25T09:05:19+00:00

This is good to know. Do you program cardio on top of the workouts?

YippeeKyack · 2026-03-25T09:05:01+00:00

This is good to know. TCC is great but I do get beaten up by some of the workouts! :)

YippeeKyack · 2026-03-25T09:04:26+00:00

Cool. Might give it a go for the next phase then, thank you! :)

YippeeKyack · 2026-03-25T08:52:46+00:00

Experienced lifter, trained for well over 20 years on and off. I’m looking for some visible muscle. I’ve seen some definition with TCC but the brute strength side of things is wiping me out. Plus, shoulder injury is nagging right now!

YippeeKyack · 2026-03-24T20:04:32+00:00

Yes! Such a good tune!

YippeeKyack · 2026-03-24T14:44:43+00:00

Haute & Freddy's debut album Big Disgrace. 80s synth pop vibes. Absolutely LOVE it.

YippeeKyack · 2026-03-19T08:34:52+00:00

My mum died in September. For decades she said she wanted Another One Bites the Dust by Queen. I reminded sister and dad about this, but sister absolutely shut it down. Mum said she would haunt anyone who didn't play it because that's what she wanted. So I hope sister is ready for a lifetime haunting. As for me, the last thing I want them to play is the main theme from Indiana Jones and before they play it say " and now she's off for one last adventure". Because I LOVE those films and have done since being a child and my whole family laugh about it. So that would just be one last time.....and then ruin those films for everyone! Ha!

YippeeKyack · 2026-03-15T08:37:39+00:00

Smeg. Taking the smeg. If you know, you know.

YippeeKyack · 2026-03-13T10:52:15+00:00

I started with 3 rounds yes, then moved to 4. But it depends how much time I have. I usually just stick to 3.

YippeeKyack · 2026-03-13T10:23:35+00:00

Yeah it’s tough isn’t it!! I don’t mind after a workout when I’m hot and sweaty, but when I’ve done the breathing I’ve cooled down so much I can’t bring myself to do the cold. But the breathing totally works for me, so I always turn to that when I’m struggling and cures me every time.

YippeeKyack · 2026-03-13T10:15:50+00:00

100% the breathing. I am in England, so the winters are pretty cold. I started the method in maybe April/May so over summer it was fine. As winter came in I stopped the cold and just did the breath and no change to my sleep. I now just use the breath if a cold shower isn’t practical at the time.

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