Day 57
Today is officially the first day of Phase 3 and we actually woke up early enough to do Chest and Back. The program during Phase 3 alternates the same weeks as Phase 1 and Phase 2, so today was all push ups and pull ups. I upped my weights and felt a lot stronger during my push ups. The best part was that when we walked in I saw a familiar walker - the lady who is usually there in her pink top and shorts in the corner doing her walking at 6 am was there at 8:30 am. Do you think she was there for over two hours or just slept in because of the holiday? After working out we made a trip to the mall to take advantage of Express' Memorial Day Sale. I felt a lot better trying clothes on knowing we worked out in the morning.
After the mall, we headed to the pool to lay out to join some of our friends visiting from LA. I didn't feel awesome in my swimsuit with other people around, but I felt much better than I used to. After the pool, we cooked up some burgers and I tried to focus on the veggie tray. I had a bunless cheeseburger so I guess I don't feel as bad eating all of those buttered potatoes.
I can't believe we are only 3 days away from the next update photos. I hope to really focus more on food this Phase since we are nearing the end and I want to see some major results!
Monday, May 31, 2010
Sunday, May 30, 2010
i love carbs.
Day 55/56
Saturday after class Luke and I laid out by the pool to get some color and then headed to the fitness center. We completed Core Synergistics since our schedule was all messed up. This week, we ended up missing a Yoga X, Stretch X, and Kenpo X. I really only feel bad about missing Kenpo, but at the same time, I don't even feel bad about missing that either.
There were only a couple of ladies in the fitness center while we were there, so the workout was pretty uneventful. Although, we had the two TVs off and got to hear more of Tony and got to hear some more of his great one-liners.
Saturday night we had a great dinner at Leatherby's with friends and by great I mean a lot of carbs and then more carbs. Good thing we did a workout today!
Sunday we thought we would do some Kenpo in the afternoon. In the morning we headed down to Oceanside to go sailing with Uncle David and had a great BBQ dinner. Unfortunately, we snacked all day on chips and veggies with a lot of ranch. Not to mention I had a medium sized iced skinny vanilla latte fully caffeinated. Once we got home, we were too tired to workout, but I was so wired from the coffee that we stayed up to watch the final 6 episodes of 24 to finish the season until almost 3 am.
Saturday after class Luke and I laid out by the pool to get some color and then headed to the fitness center. We completed Core Synergistics since our schedule was all messed up. This week, we ended up missing a Yoga X, Stretch X, and Kenpo X. I really only feel bad about missing Kenpo, but at the same time, I don't even feel bad about missing that either.
There were only a couple of ladies in the fitness center while we were there, so the workout was pretty uneventful. Although, we had the two TVs off and got to hear more of Tony and got to hear some more of his great one-liners.
Saturday night we had a great dinner at Leatherby's with friends and by great I mean a lot of carbs and then more carbs. Good thing we did a workout today!
Sunday we thought we would do some Kenpo in the afternoon. In the morning we headed down to Oceanside to go sailing with Uncle David and had a great BBQ dinner. Unfortunately, we snacked all day on chips and veggies with a lot of ranch. Not to mention I had a medium sized iced skinny vanilla latte fully caffeinated. Once we got home, we were too tired to workout, but I was so wired from the coffee that we stayed up to watch the final 6 episodes of 24 to finish the season until almost 3 am.
Friday, May 28, 2010
Tony probably misses me.
Day 52/53/54
Recovery week is hard to keep up with. When you think recovery, you think rest, but with P90X it just means no weight training. But with my version of recovery week during Phase 2, it apparently meant take a 3 day break during the week. Luke and I kept trying to reschedule when we would workout since we missed the morning workouts because we kept staying up late doing school work and trying to catch up on life. Every night seemed to be filled with school group meetings, Skype sessions, and homework. Blah.
Hopefully, I have been eating healthy enough to counter balance the lack of workouts. Although, I did have pizza for the first time this week in 50+ days on Tuesday. On Wednesday, I went to Starbucks and intended on purchasing a medium decaf skinny vanilla latte, but I forgot the decaf part and was wired until 2 am that night. So maybe my eating hasn't been the greatest, but until this quarter is over I guess I don't care?
Recovery week is hard to keep up with. When you think recovery, you think rest, but with P90X it just means no weight training. But with my version of recovery week during Phase 2, it apparently meant take a 3 day break during the week. Luke and I kept trying to reschedule when we would workout since we missed the morning workouts because we kept staying up late doing school work and trying to catch up on life. Every night seemed to be filled with school group meetings, Skype sessions, and homework. Blah.
Hopefully, I have been eating healthy enough to counter balance the lack of workouts. Although, I did have pizza for the first time this week in 50+ days on Tuesday. On Wednesday, I went to Starbucks and intended on purchasing a medium decaf skinny vanilla latte, but I forgot the decaf part and was wired until 2 am that night. So maybe my eating hasn't been the greatest, but until this quarter is over I guess I don't care?
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
I hate bananas and now I hate superman.
Day 51
My alarm went off this morning and I wasn't too tired, but I felt a bit weak. I knew that if I did the workout later in the day I would push myself harder - so I did. Strangely I was at the fitness center all by myself. Usually I walk into the double doors and expect to see at least one or two people in the afternoon if not more. Instead I walked in and heard one of the TVs on, but no one there to watch. I turned the power off and headed into the studio to start Core Synergistics. As I started the warm up I was thinking it was too quiet in there - it was as if everyone knew of something cool going on and I missed the memo.
Today was hard. Since it seems like ages ago that we did CS, I definitely don't feel like I am improving on some of the movements that I don't get much practice. On the other hand, I think I did a lot more push ups and held my planks a lot sturdier. The only thing I didn't like about being at the fitness center alone was that I could hear Tony think he was funny loud as day, "Banana. Superman. Banana. Superman." Barf.
My alarm went off this morning and I wasn't too tired, but I felt a bit weak. I knew that if I did the workout later in the day I would push myself harder - so I did. Strangely I was at the fitness center all by myself. Usually I walk into the double doors and expect to see at least one or two people in the afternoon if not more. Instead I walked in and heard one of the TVs on, but no one there to watch. I turned the power off and headed into the studio to start Core Synergistics. As I started the warm up I was thinking it was too quiet in there - it was as if everyone knew of something cool going on and I missed the memo.
Today was hard. Since it seems like ages ago that we did CS, I definitely don't feel like I am improving on some of the movements that I don't get much practice. On the other hand, I think I did a lot more push ups and held my planks a lot sturdier. The only thing I didn't like about being at the fitness center alone was that I could hear Tony think he was funny loud as day, "Banana. Superman. Banana. Superman." Barf.
Monday, May 24, 2010
Toga Doga
Day 50
Yay! Recovery week is here! Luke and I agreed to do Yoga together after work today. Success! Luke came home and changed and we rolled out the mats! Typically, I really don't like YogaX, but today was a lot more fun. I had someone to say my thoughts to (since I can't clear my mind) and it was nice to have a partner. Although, I'm not sure what the best part was: Luke quoting awesome Tony lines all during the workout, or the two dogs weaving in and out of our legs and arms. Either way - I fully enjoyed Together Yoga with Dogs!
Yay! Recovery week is here! Luke and I agreed to do Yoga together after work today. Success! Luke came home and changed and we rolled out the mats! Typically, I really don't like YogaX, but today was a lot more fun. I had someone to say my thoughts to (since I can't clear my mind) and it was nice to have a partner. Although, I'm not sure what the best part was: Luke quoting awesome Tony lines all during the workout, or the two dogs weaving in and out of our legs and arms. Either way - I fully enjoyed Together Yoga with Dogs!
Sunday, May 23, 2010
P90X on the weekends DNE
Day 47/48/49
Luke did Legs and Back on Friday morning, so I thought I would do mine in the afternoon or evening. That didn't happen. I was so busy at work and didn't have a chance to start before Luke got home. The fitness center is usually packed on Friday right after work, so I was completely unmotivated to do the workout. Instead I decided to do Legs and Back on Saturday after class and a trip to the vet.
Unfortunately, I forgot that after the vet I was supposed to check out some surf shops in Laguna for our marketing project. By the time we stopped in there and watched the dogs run around on the beach for a bit we needed to head back home. Once home, we both fell asleep on the couch and woke up realizing that we were late for a friend's housewarming party = no Legs and Back.
Sunday we got up and I had to get ready to try to get Tommy adopted out! Our latest foster!
After the adoption I had to prepare for yet another school group meeting that lasted until after 10 pm, hence zero workouts all weekend. I have lost a lot of motivation with all of the stresses of work and school and don't want to ever workout again! But I promise to do Yoga tomorrow.
Luke did Legs and Back on Friday morning, so I thought I would do mine in the afternoon or evening. That didn't happen. I was so busy at work and didn't have a chance to start before Luke got home. The fitness center is usually packed on Friday right after work, so I was completely unmotivated to do the workout. Instead I decided to do Legs and Back on Saturday after class and a trip to the vet.
Unfortunately, I forgot that after the vet I was supposed to check out some surf shops in Laguna for our marketing project. By the time we stopped in there and watched the dogs run around on the beach for a bit we needed to head back home. Once home, we both fell asleep on the couch and woke up realizing that we were late for a friend's housewarming party = no Legs and Back.
Sunday we got up and I had to get ready to try to get Tommy adopted out! Our latest foster!
Thursday, May 20, 2010
Noga
Day 46
I planned to do Yoga in the afternoon, but got so incredibly swamped at work and with school that I had to opt out. Bummer. I had to meet on campus with the previous MREA Financial VP since I took over this position, and then meet with my school group to work on Accounting. At least this included a free dinner (although, the free dinner includes free desserts - brownies and cookies? Fine.). I am so sick of this quarter - a case study each week for each class is getting old.
My calves are still sore and walking up stairs is painful, but I feel like this is a good thing. I'm getting worried that my quads are getting too big and my calves look too small, so I look like an awkward upside-down triangle.
I planned to do Yoga in the afternoon, but got so incredibly swamped at work and with school that I had to opt out. Bummer. I had to meet on campus with the previous MREA Financial VP since I took over this position, and then meet with my school group to work on Accounting. At least this included a free dinner (although, the free dinner includes free desserts - brownies and cookies? Fine.). I am so sick of this quarter - a case study each week for each class is getting old.
My calves are still sore and walking up stairs is painful, but I feel like this is a good thing. I'm getting worried that my quads are getting too big and my calves look too small, so I look like an awkward upside-down triangle.
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
My calves are moo-ing
Day 45
Last night was a late night after a group meeting and OC Badger Scholarship Meeting, not to mention more school work after that, so we decided to sleep in. Yessss. I woke up with really tight calves. Apparently, I did such a great job landing quietly yesterday, that I really worked my calf muscles. Today I had a lot of work to do and stopped into the office. I guess my calves hate heels - it was almost impossible to walk without wincing in heels. I planned to stop in yesterday, but only when I was already driving did I realize I didn't have my building and office keys. Boooo. I got a call from our receptionist yesterday and she told me an "edible arrangement" had been delivered for us. Of course, I forgot to ask what it was, but I was really hoping for cookies.
Before I jumped on a conference call (btw-why do we "jump" on calls, and "shoot" emails??), I was able to squeeze in Ab Ripper. For the second time I was able to complete the whole video without taking any breaks, but without my shoes. With shoes will be the next step since it adds just that little bit of weight. After the call I scurried to the fitness center and ran into Ryan again. This time I remembered my laptop, but forgot water. Ughhh.
Last night was a late night after a group meeting and OC Badger Scholarship Meeting, not to mention more school work after that, so we decided to sleep in. Yessss. I woke up with really tight calves. Apparently, I did such a great job landing quietly yesterday, that I really worked my calf muscles. Today I had a lot of work to do and stopped into the office. I guess my calves hate heels - it was almost impossible to walk without wincing in heels. I planned to stop in yesterday, but only when I was already driving did I realize I didn't have my building and office keys. Boooo. I got a call from our receptionist yesterday and she told me an "edible arrangement" had been delivered for us. Of course, I forgot to ask what it was, but I was really hoping for cookies.
Before I jumped on a conference call (btw-why do we "jump" on calls, and "shoot" emails??), I was able to squeeze in Ab Ripper. For the second time I was able to complete the whole video without taking any breaks, but without my shoes. With shoes will be the next step since it adds just that little bit of weight. After the call I scurried to the fitness center and ran into Ryan again. This time I remembered my laptop, but forgot water. Ughhh.
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Float like a butterfly
Day 44
Considering we fell asleep on the couch until 5:30 am I was not prepared to be woken up and asked if I was ready to get up. "What? Ready for what? Where am I?" Instead I did plyo in my living room in the afternoon after my lunch settled. Tony warns you to eat at least an hour before you work out!
I think my downstairs neighbor works most days except Fridays and the weekends, so I didn't worry too much about the jumping. Although, it helped to land lightly on my feet like Tony suggests. I was pretty tired and my legs were checked out, but then I remembered that one of the guys in the video has a prosthetic leg, so I really shouldn't complain.
When I go out to eat I order with my stomach instead of my head. When I eat at home I know what is in the cupboards and eat healthy, whereas when I am out potato chips always seem like the best option. Oops.
Considering we fell asleep on the couch until 5:30 am I was not prepared to be woken up and asked if I was ready to get up. "What? Ready for what? Where am I?" Instead I did plyo in my living room in the afternoon after my lunch settled. Tony warns you to eat at least an hour before you work out!
I think my downstairs neighbor works most days except Fridays and the weekends, so I didn't worry too much about the jumping. Although, it helped to land lightly on my feet like Tony suggests. I was pretty tired and my legs were checked out, but then I remembered that one of the guys in the video has a prosthetic leg, so I really shouldn't complain.
When I go out to eat I order with my stomach instead of my head. When I eat at home I know what is in the cupboards and eat healthy, whereas when I am out potato chips always seem like the best option. Oops.
Monday, May 17, 2010
Phase 2, Week 3 begins!
Day 43
I really thought I was getting up this morning at 5:30 am until my alarm actually went off. After only 5.5 hours of sleep my body was not in the mood to shiver my way to the fitness center and then blankly stare at the screen for the first 10 minutes. "Goodbye Luke and goodnight again!" My workout was at 4:30 pm and the fitness center was pretty busy. I ran into Ryan there - he decided to start his program over since he wasn't doing 6 workouts per week and did Day 1 today. I wish I could go back to the Phase 1 workouts - they seemed hard while doing the exercises, but looking back they were easier than Phase 2.
The worst part of the day was when I got all the way to the fitness center after rushing out of our place and then realizing that I forgot the laptop. I ran back home and back to the fitness center and considered that my warm up. When I first started, a girl was using the 5 lb dumbbells and 7.5 lb dumbbells, which was annoying. I really didn't want to ask her to share because I hate when people do that. However, I didn't feel too bad because she was using these light dumbbells for chest and back exercises. Most people need at least 10 lbs to make those reps worthwhile, right? After standing there with the video paused I got impatient and asked her if I could borrow the 5 lb dumbbells.
The best part of the workout involved LyeLyeGuy. Not only was he there, but he was singing along to his iPod in the crowded fitness center as if he was by himself.
I feel like my triceps are getting too big - I think my arms look like unbalanced overstuffed sausages.
I really thought I was getting up this morning at 5:30 am until my alarm actually went off. After only 5.5 hours of sleep my body was not in the mood to shiver my way to the fitness center and then blankly stare at the screen for the first 10 minutes. "Goodbye Luke and goodnight again!" My workout was at 4:30 pm and the fitness center was pretty busy. I ran into Ryan there - he decided to start his program over since he wasn't doing 6 workouts per week and did Day 1 today. I wish I could go back to the Phase 1 workouts - they seemed hard while doing the exercises, but looking back they were easier than Phase 2.
The worst part of the day was when I got all the way to the fitness center after rushing out of our place and then realizing that I forgot the laptop. I ran back home and back to the fitness center and considered that my warm up. When I first started, a girl was using the 5 lb dumbbells and 7.5 lb dumbbells, which was annoying. I really didn't want to ask her to share because I hate when people do that. However, I didn't feel too bad because she was using these light dumbbells for chest and back exercises. Most people need at least 10 lbs to make those reps worthwhile, right? After standing there with the video paused I got impatient and asked her if I could borrow the 5 lb dumbbells.
The best part of the workout involved LyeLyeGuy. Not only was he there, but he was singing along to his iPod in the crowded fitness center as if he was by himself.
I feel like my triceps are getting too big - I think my arms look like unbalanced overstuffed sausages.
Sunday, May 16, 2010
I wish I could watch my fitness center like a tv channel.
Day 40/41/42
Since we decided to sleep in on Friday after too many nights of staying up too late, we got too lazy to do Legs and Back by night and agreed to do that workout on Saturday. I'm glad we waited until Saturday after class to do our workout because we got to witness some awesome instances in the fitness center.
When we got there, there was one guy on the elliptical with his headphones in his ears and also watching the Spanish station on his machine. The show he was watching reminded me of MTV's Spring Break show where someone famous stood on a beach talking and a DJ played music while people danced around in their swimsuits. As if that wasn't awkward enough, just as we were mid-lunges we heard, "Lye, lye, lye, lye, lye." I quickly shot a glance at Luke in the mirror to confirm that I did just hear this guy singing out loud.
But that was nothing compared to the guy who walked in wearing board shorts, flip flops, and a button down short sleeve shirt. This "brah" started out curling some dumbbells in his beach attire. First he had just the top few buttons unbuttoned, then upon second glance he had his whole shirt unbuttoned. Unfortunately, it did not stop there - next he was doing some chest flies barefoot and walking around. Just before he was finishing his last shoulder presses he started hissing his reps loudly and promptly removed his shirt.
Meanwhile, a couple jumped onto the ellipticals next to the LyeLyeGuy and apparently he decided he was trying out for American Idol right there. LLG started singing some tune that I didn't recognize as I watched in the mirror reflection. The guy next to him gave him a quick glance and tried to figure out what just happened. Luke and I could barely keep a straight face.
Sunday was a failure since we didn't get up to do KenpoX and I was placing Melanie into a home for adoption at night after a full day of volunteering. My thutt (this is what I call where the back of my thigh meets my butt) is really sore, so I don't feel as bad missing out on lame Kenpo anyway.
Since we decided to sleep in on Friday after too many nights of staying up too late, we got too lazy to do Legs and Back by night and agreed to do that workout on Saturday. I'm glad we waited until Saturday after class to do our workout because we got to witness some awesome instances in the fitness center.
When we got there, there was one guy on the elliptical with his headphones in his ears and also watching the Spanish station on his machine. The show he was watching reminded me of MTV's Spring Break show where someone famous stood on a beach talking and a DJ played music while people danced around in their swimsuits. As if that wasn't awkward enough, just as we were mid-lunges we heard, "Lye, lye, lye, lye, lye." I quickly shot a glance at Luke in the mirror to confirm that I did just hear this guy singing out loud.
But that was nothing compared to the guy who walked in wearing board shorts, flip flops, and a button down short sleeve shirt. This "brah" started out curling some dumbbells in his beach attire. First he had just the top few buttons unbuttoned, then upon second glance he had his whole shirt unbuttoned. Unfortunately, it did not stop there - next he was doing some chest flies barefoot and walking around. Just before he was finishing his last shoulder presses he started hissing his reps loudly and promptly removed his shirt.
Meanwhile, a couple jumped onto the ellipticals next to the LyeLyeGuy and apparently he decided he was trying out for American Idol right there. LLG started singing some tune that I didn't recognize as I watched in the mirror reflection. The guy next to him gave him a quick glance and tried to figure out what just happened. Luke and I could barely keep a straight face.
Sunday was a failure since we didn't get up to do KenpoX and I was placing Melanie into a home for adoption at night after a full day of volunteering. My thutt (this is what I call where the back of my thigh meets my butt) is really sore, so I don't feel as bad missing out on lame Kenpo anyway.
Thursday, May 13, 2010
No double doga.
Day 39
I think I hate Yoga X. Last night we were up late because a friend came traveling through and crashed here. We stayed up chatting, so I was not getting up for Yoga this morning. Luke went to the fitness center to do his this morning instead of in the living room and waking our friend.
All day I was dreading doing the Yoga and hearing Tony talk. I sat around the house in my Yoga clothes almost all day in preparation, but it gave me no motivation. I started the video with my yoga mat all rolled out and yoga block in hand. I did the first 10 minutes and realized that I was just standing there watching for a minute. Finally I laid on the yoga mat and just watched and listened while Monday and Melanie curled up beside me on the mat. That's when I realized this was not happening today. Ironically, yoga is about clearing the mind and focusing on breathing and I quit because I couldn't stop thinking about all of the other things I needed to do and wanted to get done!
I think I hate Yoga X. Last night we were up late because a friend came traveling through and crashed here. We stayed up chatting, so I was not getting up for Yoga this morning. Luke went to the fitness center to do his this morning instead of in the living room and waking our friend.
All day I was dreading doing the Yoga and hearing Tony talk. I sat around the house in my Yoga clothes almost all day in preparation, but it gave me no motivation. I started the video with my yoga mat all rolled out and yoga block in hand. I did the first 10 minutes and realized that I was just standing there watching for a minute. Finally I laid on the yoga mat and just watched and listened while Monday and Melanie curled up beside me on the mat. That's when I realized this was not happening today. Ironically, yoga is about clearing the mind and focusing on breathing and I quit because I couldn't stop thinking about all of the other things I needed to do and wanted to get done!
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
the gun show is hiding in a layer of fat.
Day 38
Surprise! I woke up at 5:30 am to do "Biceps and Back"! It was nice to see the incline speed walker lady in her corner and the crazy couple who runs around (although today they weren't running around, which was weird). The first few rounds of exercises were harder than last week. I wasn't able to surpass any of my rep numbers and I think it's because I was too tired. About half way through the workout I started really warming up and surpassed some of my rounds. I feel like my arms are getting bigger, but still layered in fat. So it looks like I just have big fat arms.
After sleeping 2 more hours after the workout, I had a busy day working and becoming a dog foster parent. I think having two dogs will help my activeness because Melanie needs practice walking on a leash. It will help me get off the couch since I have to take more walks throughout the day.
Surprise! I woke up at 5:30 am to do "Biceps and Back"! It was nice to see the incline speed walker lady in her corner and the crazy couple who runs around (although today they weren't running around, which was weird). The first few rounds of exercises were harder than last week. I wasn't able to surpass any of my rep numbers and I think it's because I was too tired. About half way through the workout I started really warming up and surpassed some of my rounds. I feel like my arms are getting bigger, but still layered in fat. So it looks like I just have big fat arms.
After sleeping 2 more hours after the workout, I had a busy day working and becoming a dog foster parent. I think having two dogs will help my activeness because Melanie needs practice walking on a leash. It will help me get off the couch since I have to take more walks throughout the day.
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
Dog Day Afternoon
Day 37
Do you think I woke up early this morning to do Plyometrics? You're right - I didn't! Instead I had a really busy day at work, drove up to LA for a luncheon (where I ate the chocolate dessert happiness), had a group meeting, and wrote a paper. Ugh. I only had time for a quick jog with Monday. I always feel so guilty working out without her. She used to get such great runs with us and now we never have time to run her!
All around my shoulders I'm really sore today, but unfortunately my chest and triceps aren't very sore. Probably because I wasn't able to do the push-ups full out with my dumb elbow. I'm getting worse with my eating habits and I have to remember that Day 60 is going to be here before I know it! At least for dinner we had an artichoke and bunless burgers topped with spinach and mushrooms!
Tomorrow I will get up at 5:30 am for real. We are fostering another dog starting tomorrow and I want to give her a lot of attention while I am home and won't be doing a workout after class at 10:30pm. Get psyched now.
Do you think I woke up early this morning to do Plyometrics? You're right - I didn't! Instead I had a really busy day at work, drove up to LA for a luncheon (where I ate the chocolate dessert happiness), had a group meeting, and wrote a paper. Ugh. I only had time for a quick jog with Monday. I always feel so guilty working out without her. She used to get such great runs with us and now we never have time to run her!
All around my shoulders I'm really sore today, but unfortunately my chest and triceps aren't very sore. Probably because I wasn't able to do the push-ups full out with my dumb elbow. I'm getting worse with my eating habits and I have to remember that Day 60 is going to be here before I know it! At least for dinner we had an artichoke and bunless burgers topped with spinach and mushrooms!
Tomorrow I will get up at 5:30 am for real. We are fostering another dog starting tomorrow and I want to give her a lot of attention while I am home and won't be doing a workout after class at 10:30pm. Get psyched now.
Monday
Melanie
Monday, May 10, 2010
Edamame has a dual purpose.
Day 36
Last night I had an awful night of sleep. It took me about an hour to fall asleep and I kept waking up incredibly uncomfortable. That is a formula for no morning workout. I was actually awake when my first alarm went off, but ended up trying to sleep more and doing the workout later. Since it was chest, shoulders, and triceps day there was a lot of strain on my elbows. I injured both of my hyper-extended elbows in college which ended my cheerleading days and completely tore my left UCL. While I was trying to complete the push-ups I noticed my left elbow start to give out and become very weak. It was swollen and I didn't push myself as hard as I did last week to make sure I didn't injure it further.
Time for rest, ice, compression, and elevation of the elbow. We have yet to purchase a real ice pack, but for now the frozen edamame package works great! Healthy AND helpful.
Last night I had an awful night of sleep. It took me about an hour to fall asleep and I kept waking up incredibly uncomfortable. That is a formula for no morning workout. I was actually awake when my first alarm went off, but ended up trying to sleep more and doing the workout later. Since it was chest, shoulders, and triceps day there was a lot of strain on my elbows. I injured both of my hyper-extended elbows in college which ended my cheerleading days and completely tore my left UCL. While I was trying to complete the push-ups I noticed my left elbow start to give out and become very weak. It was swollen and I didn't push myself as hard as I did last week to make sure I didn't injure it further.
Time for rest, ice, compression, and elevation of the elbow. We have yet to purchase a real ice pack, but for now the frozen edamame package works great! Healthy AND helpful.
Sunday, May 9, 2010
fail.
Day 34/35
I stayed up until almost 2 am on Friday night and Saturday morning I had an accounting midterm. Needless to say working out was the last thing I wanted to do. Instead some of us went to the dog beach and watched our dogs get a work out.
Sunday morning there was no sleeping in, but there was also no workout. We were up late Saturday night celebrating a friend's birthday and I had to get up early for a Skype meeting. Boo. After the meeting we tried to catch up on a couple shows and took a nap! We had to volunteer at church and planned to do Kenpo after. By the time we finished volunteering we were too hungry and lazy to workout and that was the end of that!
I stayed up until almost 2 am on Friday night and Saturday morning I had an accounting midterm. Needless to say working out was the last thing I wanted to do. Instead some of us went to the dog beach and watched our dogs get a work out.
Sunday morning there was no sleeping in, but there was also no workout. We were up late Saturday night celebrating a friend's birthday and I had to get up early for a Skype meeting. Boo. After the meeting we tried to catch up on a couple shows and took a nap! We had to volunteer at church and planned to do Kenpo after. By the time we finished volunteering we were too hungry and lazy to workout and that was the end of that!
Friday, May 7, 2010
Hey neighbor.
Day 33
My Legs and Back day was fairly entertaining this afternoon. As I approached the fitness center, the first three cardio machines were full - I thought that was a bad sign. When I got through the doors I saw that some of the other machines were busy, but no one was on the one lat pull down machine that works - I didn't have to give any one the stink eye, phew.
I ran into two of my neighbors and chatted as I worked out, which made the time go by much faster. I pushed myself hard as I was thinking about that delicious cheesecake I scored yesterday. Luke did his workout in the early morning like a disciplined student and was already complaining about being sore. I literally was so close to taking a break on the second floor as I went home (we live on the third floor, no elevators) because my quads were so tired. Good thing I skipped plyos this week or I probably would have needed a rope and pulley to get up to our apartment.
My Legs and Back day was fairly entertaining this afternoon. As I approached the fitness center, the first three cardio machines were full - I thought that was a bad sign. When I got through the doors I saw that some of the other machines were busy, but no one was on the one lat pull down machine that works - I didn't have to give any one the stink eye, phew.
I ran into two of my neighbors and chatted as I worked out, which made the time go by much faster. I pushed myself hard as I was thinking about that delicious cheesecake I scored yesterday. Luke did his workout in the early morning like a disciplined student and was already complaining about being sore. I literally was so close to taking a break on the second floor as I went home (we live on the third floor, no elevators) because my quads were so tired. Good thing I skipped plyos this week or I probably would have needed a rope and pulley to get up to our apartment.
Bonus Blog: Day 1 vs Day 30 Measurements and Pictures!
Luke's Measurements:
Weight: -7 lbs
Chest: +0.5"
Waist: -1"
Hips: -0.5"
Right Thigh: +1.25"
Left Thigh: +0.75"
Right Arm: +0.5"
Left Arm: +0.5"
Jax's Measurements:
Weight: -3.5 lbs
Chest: -0.5"
Waist: -1.5"
Hips: -0.5"
Right Thigh: +1.25"
Left Thigh: +0.75"
Right Arm: +0.75"
Left Arm: +0.5"
Thursday, May 6, 2010
Mmmm, cheesecake
Day 32
Luke got up and did his morning Yoga. I slept in of course and did afternoon Yoga. The yoga is somehow getting harder and I think it is because I am beginning to be able to do the more advanced moves and hold them longer. We purchased a yoga block - really helped some of the balance moves and lengthened my stretching.
I found that while I was doing Yoga planks and the chaturanga pose my shoulders wanted to give out from yesterday's workout. My biceps were also so incredibly sore that when I walked, I looked like a penguin. I was trying keep my arms from swinging naturally as I walked because when they swung around it stretched and pained my biceps!
I still haven't been as great on the eating as I could be. I have stopped monitoring my meals in MyPlate because after a few weeks I got a sense of what I was eating, how many calories I ate, burned, etc. I un-regrettably had a half a slice of cheesecake from Cheesecake Factory from campus. Did you know there is 95% of your daily saturated fat in ONE SLICE?! Ew.
Day 1 vs Day 30 pics will be posted next - stay tuned!
Luke got up and did his morning Yoga. I slept in of course and did afternoon Yoga. The yoga is somehow getting harder and I think it is because I am beginning to be able to do the more advanced moves and hold them longer. We purchased a yoga block - really helped some of the balance moves and lengthened my stretching.
I found that while I was doing Yoga planks and the chaturanga pose my shoulders wanted to give out from yesterday's workout. My biceps were also so incredibly sore that when I walked, I looked like a penguin. I was trying keep my arms from swinging naturally as I walked because when they swung around it stretched and pained my biceps!
I still haven't been as great on the eating as I could be. I have stopped monitoring my meals in MyPlate because after a few weeks I got a sense of what I was eating, how many calories I ate, burned, etc. I un-regrettably had a half a slice of cheesecake from Cheesecake Factory from campus. Did you know there is 95% of your daily saturated fat in ONE SLICE?! Ew.
Day 1 vs Day 30 pics will be posted next - stay tuned!
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
Day 31 and still Bringing It.
Day 31
Well today I did not do my workout this morning with Luke, but surprisingly it wasn't because I didn't want to get up early. It was because I had to be at a Real Estate event at 7:30 am. Oddly I left our place before Luke was even out of the shower!
Today was another busy day at work, but I was able to squeeze the Back and Biceps day in. I went to the fitness center at 4 pm and it was packed. Annoyingly, one of the handles is broken on the cable lat pull down machine and I had to share with some sweaty girl and her friend. This friend was giggling the whole time and couldn't figure out how to use the machine. I stood there staring at them with the video paused and waited for them to finish, so I could continue. The friend finally gave up and just went to curling the 3.5 lb dumbbells.
My biceps definitely got a good workout and I could hardly record my reps and weights since my hands were so shakey, but the most shaking took place during Ab Ripper. I think the Ab video is getting harder now that I am able to work my way through the video with less breaks and more reps. But Tony BROUGHT IT per usual.
Well today I did not do my workout this morning with Luke, but surprisingly it wasn't because I didn't want to get up early. It was because I had to be at a Real Estate event at 7:30 am. Oddly I left our place before Luke was even out of the shower!
Today was another busy day at work, but I was able to squeeze the Back and Biceps day in. I went to the fitness center at 4 pm and it was packed. Annoyingly, one of the handles is broken on the cable lat pull down machine and I had to share with some sweaty girl and her friend. This friend was giggling the whole time and couldn't figure out how to use the machine. I stood there staring at them with the video paused and waited for them to finish, so I could continue. The friend finally gave up and just went to curling the 3.5 lb dumbbells.
My biceps definitely got a good workout and I could hardly record my reps and weights since my hands were so shakey, but the most shaking took place during Ab Ripper. I think the Ab video is getting harder now that I am able to work my way through the video with less breaks and more reps. But Tony BROUGHT IT per usual.
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Stressed, but at least I'm sore!
Day 30!
Yay! We made it to the 1/3 mark (is that a mark?)! Luke and I did a weigh in and our measurements. We have each lost weight and an inch and a half around the waist. Neither of us really felt like taking the "update" pictures, but when we do, I'll post the measurement stats as well.
Now for the bad news - I had to skip Plyometrics today. When the alarm went off at 5:30 am, I wasn't feeling 100%, so I tried to sleep it off hoping I would get a chance to do Plyo sometime in the afternoon. Well I didn't. I ended up working a 9 hour day and was exhausted and extremely stressed thinking about the case studies due each week for both classes, plus the individual marketing paper due next week, plus the group project presentation, not to mention the group paper and along with that a midterm on Saturday and final somewhere towards the end!
On a final positive note - my chest and triceps were extremely sore, which makes me feel like I am making more progress. I just hope tomorrow I can squeeze in the Back and Biceps!
Yay! We made it to the 1/3 mark (is that a mark?)! Luke and I did a weigh in and our measurements. We have each lost weight and an inch and a half around the waist. Neither of us really felt like taking the "update" pictures, but when we do, I'll post the measurement stats as well.
Now for the bad news - I had to skip Plyometrics today. When the alarm went off at 5:30 am, I wasn't feeling 100%, so I tried to sleep it off hoping I would get a chance to do Plyo sometime in the afternoon. Well I didn't. I ended up working a 9 hour day and was exhausted and extremely stressed thinking about the case studies due each week for both classes, plus the individual marketing paper due next week, plus the group project presentation, not to mention the group paper and along with that a midterm on Saturday and final somewhere towards the end!
On a final positive note - my chest and triceps were extremely sore, which makes me feel like I am making more progress. I just hope tomorrow I can squeeze in the Back and Biceps!
Monday, May 3, 2010
Where is the soreness?
Day 29
Luke did his Chest, Shoulders, Triceps day as planned this morning - on the other hand, I slept until 8 am and did the workout this afternoon at 2:30 pm. It was a great time to do the workout. There were two girls in the studio and one guy on a cardio machine. Tony and I practically had the place to ourselves!
I was really looking forward to getting back to resistance training and feeling sore again. I was definitely struggling to keep up with this one. This workout was the hardest for me so far in the program - my arms were shaking almost the entire time. Also, my core was shaking when I would try to do all the different kinds of push ups (slow, fast, wide, one arm-what?!).
I was hoping to be sore by the time I went to bed, but no luck. I hope I wake up with that aching feeling, is that weird?
Luke did his Chest, Shoulders, Triceps day as planned this morning - on the other hand, I slept until 8 am and did the workout this afternoon at 2:30 pm. It was a great time to do the workout. There were two girls in the studio and one guy on a cardio machine. Tony and I practically had the place to ourselves!
I was really looking forward to getting back to resistance training and feeling sore again. I was definitely struggling to keep up with this one. This workout was the hardest for me so far in the program - my arms were shaking almost the entire time. Also, my core was shaking when I would try to do all the different kinds of push ups (slow, fast, wide, one arm-what?!).
I was hoping to be sore by the time I went to bed, but no luck. I hope I wake up with that aching feeling, is that weird?
P90minus this weekendX
Day 27/28
We were supposed to do Yoga on Saturday, but by the time I finished class and we ran all of our errands it was after 9 pm. At that point we were exhausted and decided that Sunday would be YogaX day instead of Rest or StretchX.
Saturday night we ended up staying up pretty late, so we didn't get up in time to do Yoga before I had to go volunteer on Sunday. Luke didn't want to do Yoga Sunday night and insisted he wanted to be "fresh" for Monday's workout, I naturally agreed. After volunteering at church we got home around 6:40 pm. 20 minutes later I fell asleep on the couch, moved to the bed around midnight and woke up to my 5:30 am alarm!
I wasn't feeling well Saturday night and this morning, so I told Luke to go without me and I woke up for the second time at 8 am. All in all, I slept for 13 hours last night! I'm still not feeling quite right, but I will be doing my "Chest Shoulders & Triceps" later this afternoon.
We were supposed to do Yoga on Saturday, but by the time I finished class and we ran all of our errands it was after 9 pm. At that point we were exhausted and decided that Sunday would be YogaX day instead of Rest or StretchX.
Saturday night we ended up staying up pretty late, so we didn't get up in time to do Yoga before I had to go volunteer on Sunday. Luke didn't want to do Yoga Sunday night and insisted he wanted to be "fresh" for Monday's workout, I naturally agreed. After volunteering at church we got home around 6:40 pm. 20 minutes later I fell asleep on the couch, moved to the bed around midnight and woke up to my 5:30 am alarm!
I wasn't feeling well Saturday night and this morning, so I told Luke to go without me and I woke up for the second time at 8 am. All in all, I slept for 13 hours last night! I'm still not feeling quite right, but I will be doing my "Chest Shoulders & Triceps" later this afternoon.
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