Post by tacosforlife on Jul 1, 2015 8:39:11 GMT -5
Transit strike = 5-mile round trip commute on foot!
Zero movement on the sxs. But at least my doc didn't lecture me on my weight yesterday? She seemed surprised yet pleased at the amount and type of exercise I do.
Post by Skyesthelimit1212 on Jul 1, 2015 8:54:06 GMT -5
tacosforlife, hope you had good shoes for that walk!
Not happy with the scale this morning, but it's my fault for not taking my hand out of the chips bag and then the Swedish fish bag the other night. ALTHOUGH, this is my favorite pic this week.
Post by eponinepontmercy on Jul 1, 2015 8:56:54 GMT -5
I went for a physical a few weeks ago, and the bloodwork they ran was all normal. I had a health screening done in January that showed I had borderline high cholesterol and triglycerides, so I guess that has improved.
I started a new strength training program on Monday so yesterday I felt like I had been beaten with sticks. My alarm didn't go off this morning so I didn't make it to the gym, but I'll go after work.
Our lifting program this month is 15-10-5-5 in regards to reps within sets. The last 2 5's you lift as heavy as you can for 5 reps. I love it, although I too feel like I've been beaten.
It's pretty basic stuff, but I like having a plan to follow. I'll sub out some barbell stuff for dumbbell exercises, because I go to a gym geared towards bodybuilders and I can't lift any of the barbells.
I have the JeFit app on my phone, and I really like it. You can put together your own workouts with their HUGE library of exercises.
So, here's my progress so far after 4 weeks of 2 lifting sessions per week. I'm basically following NROLFW, though I abbreviated Stage 1 to 6 weeks. I cut out 2 of the first 4 weeks since I'd already been on a lifting regimen. Now that I'm in to heavier weights, I'm slowing it down for the final 4 weeks.
Where it's a dumbbell (db) workout, I'm holding 2 of that weight.
Squats: started at 30, now at 90 Push ups: 20º-knees/10º-toes Seated Row: 25/95 Step Up w/ DB: 12-aerobic step/25-plyo box at knee height Prone Jackknife: 2 sets of 10/3 sets of 12 Deadlift: 30/90 DB Shoulder Press: 12/20(for 5 reps. then 15 to finish the remaining 5) Lat Pulldown: 40/70 Lunge: Bodyweight/15 Crunch: BW/40
So.... That's kinda cool. Pushups and shoulder presses are still the hardest thing for me where I'm making the slowest gains. But everything else has slowed down now, too. I don't know if I just started with too light a weight on some or what, but I haven't injured myself so that's most important.
Last week I worked out every day but Friday. The weekend was a wash because of the wedding.
Today is running. Tomorrow lifting. Friday is yard work and maybe a bike ride.
Running and CrossFit are still my thing. I did CF on Monday and will be there this evening for lots and lots of clean and jerks. I sort of dropped off running for a few weeks after I did a half marathon because I hit my goal and made excuses. Now I'm working on getting back on full swing.
Post by tacosforlife on Jul 1, 2015 9:54:18 GMT -5
I think I need to run to the drug store for some Vaseline to lube up my toes before my walk home. (God, why don't I have some with me? I have SO MUCH at home!)
Also: I was brilliant to wear Skimmies under jeans, as they prevent any seam chafing on a long walk. Also was brilliant to wear a t-shirt and bring something to change into, as a backpack fpr 47 minutes = back sweat. But the jeans generally weren't a great idea. I think tomorrow I shall just wear yoga pants and change in my office.
Also, having my own office - WITH A LOCK! - is awesome because I can just take my shirt off, air out a bit, and put on a clean one.
Post by ChillyMcFreeze on Jul 1, 2015 10:33:39 GMT -5
One more pound to go to get to my 10 lbs lost goal! I'm eating better, and I'm also getting full faster. I used to be able to eat, say, a whole burrito, and now I'm full after 2/3. It's great. I actually got halfway through a portion of Ben & Jerry's the other day and said "this is too much ice cream." WHAT!??
Post by meshaliuknits on Jul 1, 2015 10:37:35 GMT -5
As I promised last week, I rebooted this week. I'm back on MFP and I'm doing my nightly yoga under the watchful glare of my wampa. Next Monday I'll add weights back in.
I'm not doing much. It is 114 all week this week and it was last week, too. It's too hot to move, but the good thing is that it's also too hot to eat. I've been on track with eating. That has helped me lose the few pounds that I had gained from my peanut butter cup habit.
Post by secretlyevil on Jul 1, 2015 11:07:51 GMT -5
Nothing new to report. Reading the book taratru and emilyj read. Just keep getting sidetracked so I haven't finished it.
If you want to be part of the CEP Takes Over the Keys in 2017 Ragnar Relay team, either as a runner or athletic supporter aka drinking team, let myself or emilyj know.
Official team name: Team Unity Horse Official slogan: For All the Glory
emilyj and I are benevolent dictators...err...cat herders, I mean team captains.
I haven't stepped on the scale because it drives me crazy, but DH and I have both been pretty committed to a no added sugar, lowish carb, whole food style of eating for the past three weeks. Plus I worked out six times last week and every day so far this week. I'm sore, but in a good way, from a Crossfit style class that I took Monday. Hoping I don't go completely off the rails while OOT this weekend.
Can I just add one minor vent? Despite the obvious gains in lifting ability, I feel like I'm not seeing much in the way of physical changes. Maybe I'm expecting too much or am too hard on myself but... it's annoying.
Can I just add one minor vent? Despite the obvious gains in lifting ability, I feel like I'm not seeing much in the way of physical changes. Maybe I'm expecting too much or am too hard on myself but... it's annoying.
It takes ~3 months after you start to lift before you see changes.
Post by orangeblossom on Jul 1, 2015 12:19:12 GMT -5
Finally starting to feel settled and cooking more than eating out. Consequently, I've lost a few pounds. I'm trying to eat some type of produce whenever I eat a meal.
Can I just add one minor vent? Despite the obvious gains in lifting ability, I feel like I'm not seeing much in the way of physical changes. Maybe I'm expecting too much or am too hard on myself but... it's annoying.
It takes ~3 months after you start to lift before you see changes.
So, what you're saying is my 37 year old desk-bound ass should not be comparing results with a 27 year old fitness blogger?
pennypenny - the plan I'm following is sort of the opposite of what you're doing. I started at 2 sets of 15 reps with average weights and am progressing to 3 sets, 8-10 reps, much heavier weights. Also no isolation moves, like bicep curls and such - everything is focused on complex muscle combinations and "real world" body movement. I really actually like it. I like lifting more than my H does. (devil)
Except... I am so not a WI, cause I hate sweet old fashioneds. No orange, no cherry, twist of lemon instead thank you!
We should probably move this out of the RAC thread....
So I learned something that explains a lot about WI old-fashioneds. When they ask you "sweet or sour," they are really asking you "Sprite or sour mix." WTF IS THAT? NO. I like the orange and cherry combo, but it shouldn't actually be sweet because it should be balanced with the whiskey and the bitters. If you need to top it with anything, it should be club soda, not "sweet soda."