This is a problem that I have and my program is extremely numbers-oriented. So many sets, so many reps per set in a prescribed time limit. I’ve actually asked the gym’s owner to install a whiteboard, so that I can write down what I’m supposed to do and to mark off what I’ve already done. Otherwise, I can forget where I am in the workout. 8-}
Last night’s HIIT was a “triplet” of sled push/pullups/burpees (I hate burpees). Took 13 minutes to complete. Strength was front squats and more cleans (I did 60 of them on Sunday). Tonight’s session is mostly cardio on the assault bike. And strength is the snatch. Yea! <:-P
Gave myself several days in a row of rest after pulling something – doing those goblet squats. I felt a wee bit better with every day of rest. I managed a lift session yesterday and although reps were down, I did not re-injure myself. Yay!
I had a rest day Friday. Wednesday I ran a short hilly 3.5 as usual and as the run ended realized I was doing everything necessary to end up in a boot again. Skipped yoga in favor of my PT exercises and icing. Thursday I worked with my Pilates trainer and this morning went to a TRX Tabata class. 5 rounds, 5 exercises each round. 45 seconds on, 10 push-ups, 20 seconds of rest. It went well and I was glad I went. As the instructor said, keep tricking your body.
I’m trying to work in some new foods this week. I ordered a box from Purple Carrot - seems to be a vegan Blue Apron. I also got the new Run Fast, Cook Fast, Eat Slow. Lots of promising recipes I’m eager to try out. My birthday is coming up so I plan to buy myself a new kitchen gadget and am thinking of a Vitamix. My current blender came with my husband over 30 years ago. Anyone have a favorite blender? It needs to hold up to heavy use.
Ours is a Waring that sounds like a jet taking off. I’ve been hoping for it to die but it seems indestructible.
I’ve had popcorn for dinner 3 nights in a row. Mr. Sabaray has a work schedule like yours, Midwest. I think I’ve seen him for a total of 2 hours this week! Hope your work stresses subside soon.
@sabaray -I love popcorn! I’ve had it for dinner several times. No butter, just a little salt for me.
Taking a day off from running. My knee hurt a little (just a bit) on my Friday (short, fast for me) run and Saturday group run. Just want to be careful as I have an 8K in less than 2 weeks and the 10K coming up.
Sounds like rest is a good idea, @FallGirl. We need you to report back on your racing!
I am sore today and have to correct myself - we did not do 10 push-ups after every exercise yesterday - we did them after every 5 exercise circuit. I’d still be at the studio collapsed on the floor if it was after every exercise. Sometimes my brain doesn’t engage fully before posting!
Another hot and humid day here, so planning on some treadmill time.
On the road for Labor Day weekend and getting my workout in at the local YMCA. Can’t really do what I want to do, so I had to do much substitution. Ended up running 1.5 miles to finish after bench press, 3 sets of overhead weighted lunges, squat cleans and front squats. Nothing too taxing, because you can’t pound heavy weights at a YMCA. Must respect the quiet atmosphere. O:-)
DH and I went to a couple hikes these couple of weeks. It is amazing that we are the oldest and fastest people in the group. First hike was last Sunday, 7.5 hours for 16 miles with 1,500 feet elevation. The last was 14 miles yesterday, with 1,000 feet elevation.
Thought it was going to help me with running. My realization this morning…Running is way harder than hiking, even considering elevation and climbing up. It was a tired, hot, humid run 5k for me. Still I had my best 5k time (in training in the last year) after a week off running. DH is a minute faster per mile than me. It was not long ago when he was slower than me!
Also listen to me in this great inequity…DH lost 3 pounds after the hike yesterday. I lost 0.5 pounds. We roughly drank the same amount of water, and ate the same protein bar! Notice this before after our runs together! Is that a woman thing or is it just me!?
My weight is constant. But I literally lose 5 lbs in my sleep. Every day. And I gain the 5 lbs back by evening. And I’m talking exactly 5 lbs. That’s strange to me.
“To determine relative fat mass (RFM), you need to measure your height as well as your waist circumference. To measure your waist, place the tape measure right at the top of the hip bone and reach it around your body for the most reliable result. Next, put those numbers into the relative fat mass equation – making a ratio out of the height and waist measurements. The formula is adjusted for gender:
Relative Fat Mass Formula
MEN: 64 – (20 x height/waist circumference) = RFM
WOMEN: 76 – (20 x height/waist circumference) = RFM”
Can we get an adjustment in the formula for # of pregnancies and stretched out skin?
I’m happy to report I did goblet squats yesterday without pulling that muscle again. I could tell the rest days caused a slight step backwards in weight/reps in yesterday’s routine.
It has been hotter than anything around here - humid too - but I’ve been chugging along. Monday I went to the gym for a repeat of the lower body workout I did the week prior, complete with goblet squats. Tuesday was upper body, plus an “arm sculptor” workout on one of the striders. Today I had an easy 5k run and my foot feels okay at the end of the day. I ordered another pair of Brooks earlier this week that will hopefully arrive tomorrow. Tomorrow is also Pilates and Friday I am working with a trainer at the gym. I want to make sure I’m lifting correctly and this guy is an experienced strength and conditioning coach.
I decided to challenge myself so signed up for a 4 week advanced Reformer workshop. I’m hoping the enrollment is sufficient for the class to make. I’m feeling better and like I’m making progress with a new mix of activity.
@yauponredux - I am the wrong person to ask about gym bags as I rarely change or shower at the gym! I have a lululemon duffel I got at Seawheeze that does the trick when I need it.
Took Labor Day off. Today, I opened up with a 1/2 mile run and proceeded to multiple sets of squat cleans and front squats. Then multiple sets of deadlifts up to about 90% of 1 rep max. The HIIT was 15 minutes of rowing, pull-ups and 100 feet of weighted overhead lunges.
