The past 2 days have felt like 4, and I am going to completely crash tonight. Its 8:30 and I'm not even halfway done with this monstrous of a salad I made. I got all lettuce happy....started chopping, and the next thing I knew the cutting board looked like a salad bar exploded. My mouth hurts from chewing.
Normally, I only have cardio on Wednesday, but I had to change my workout schedule this week since I'm leaving tomorrow. So I had chest, biceps, and sprints today. I honestly thought my weights on flat and incline DB press would be more, but I think the fact that my shoulders were so sore from Monday effected today's lift. I tapped out sooner than I'd hoped, but some days are harder than others. Overall, I was pleased with the workout despite the weight being slightly lower than expected...
Workout:
Flast DB press 4 x 6-8
Incline DB press 4 x 6-8
DB flys 4 x 6-8
Cable flys (12x)/ss push-ups to failure 3 sets
Standing BB curl - drop set 4 x 7/7
Alternating incline curls 4 x 8 each
Sprints
So the plan is to just do cardio tomorrow...before I have to sit on a plane for 5 hours and deal with screaming children and the one person with flu-like symptoms in the middle of July. Needless to say, the combination of both makes for a long trip. And its inevitable that someone wants to tell me their life story on the plane. I have a sign on my forehead with flashing lights that says "I want to know everything! Tell me!" Its absurd. I now wear my headphones even if my iPod is off from the moment I step on the plane. I just want to sit there, enjoy a book, listen to music, and keep myself calm enough so I don't react to the child behind me kicking my seat like its a soccer ball. Don't get me wrong, I will turn around in a heartbeat and give him the "I no longer think your cute and Santa doesn't like you and he's not real" look. Generally, they catch on....I seem to have that effect on kids who don't know me. But my point is, that when I get a little vacation...I need it, and long for some time to mentally and physically relax. I'd say its about that time...
When I get back, I've got some decisions to make about this next competition. Truth is, I need to talk to my doctor about a few concerns, and that will ultimately determine if I will do the show in November. I have about 10 days to decide, and if my doctor is not in favor of it, I would really struggle with going against her advice/warning for the sake of wanting to get on stage. While I believe there are times when you allow your desire and drive to override outside doubts, there are certainly times when you have to be wise and consider possible long term consequences. So that's where I am at the moment...
Well, I've got lots of packing to do...and figure out a way to only take 3 pairs of shoes. Not likely. And then there's the issue of packing protein powder. I always portion it out beforehand into little baggies. Yeah, you can see where this is going....powder...in small bags...going through security....they look at me like I am already guilty and there I go being pulled aside for a search. My "drugs" smell like chocolate...now they really hate me. Ah yes, my travel experience is always entertaining to say the least...
Alright...time to start packing...night!
Wednesday, July 6, 2011
Tuesday, July 5, 2011
Fire on a stick. Now hold it...
I've eaten 14 egg whites today.
I might start laying them myself pretty soon.
Time to catch you all up to speed...after a holiday weekend I feel all out of whack...
Weekend was great, and I was able to get some much needed rest, watch some baseball (since my life does not have enough already), and squeeze in some great workouts. Saturday was all cardio...55 min jog. It felt like 85...and in this heat I was shocked I didn't kill over. Honestly, the only thing that kept me going was my new play list on the pod. I'm on this weird rock kick,...some Offspring, Staind, Linkin Park,etc...they scream sweet-nothings in my ear to keep this tank rolling. Sunday was my day off, and boy did I need it. I wasn't in the best "mental state" if you will, and so a day to take it easy, shop, do whatever, was nice. That's the pleasant way of saying I was one anxiety attack away from a hard bottle of liquor and a straight jacket. Totally serious. And on top of that, my cul-de-sac turned July 4th into Mardi Gras....fireworks every night since Friday. At one point, I peered from my blinds like a creeper to find 11 kids running around, one laid out on my curb, and another on a unicycle. It was a mini nightmare/circus. Social services would have had a hay day...
The 4th was very low key for me...a couple of clients, an awesome workout, and then the pool for the afternoon. Let's talk about the workout. I was pretty pumped to get back to my strength/power days after going a little lighter last week. And it certainly paid off. My lifts were up, and my recovery exactly where I wanted it. For the first time I was doing 5 sets of WG pull-ups with added weight. I was pumped about this because just to pull my ass up alone is quite enough. And then I think back to days when I weighed less than 100 pounds and struggled to do 1 pull-up...and now over 30 pounds heavier and getting the job done (well, its all relative). Oh how weight can be deceptive...
Had a great leg workout today....2 words that feel like they should not be in the same sentence. I didn't want to go to complete failure so that I could hit legs again this weekend when I go visit my husband in Texas. I absolutely LOVE working out in a new gym when I'm on vacation. Different machines, different clientele, and no distractions. If its a true meat-head gym, even better. My adrenaline flows, I feel the energy of others, and I'm like a kid in a candy shop....a pothead at Woodstock....my mom at a happy convention.....you get the picture. Sooo...I went fairly heavy, kept my rest time short, and hit a few supersets in the process...
Workout:
Squats 15, 12, 10, 8
Walking lunges (25 yds)/ss box jumps (15x) 3 sets
Hamstring curls on machine 3 x 15
Leg extensions 3 x 15
Triple threat on stability ball 3x
Lunge jumps 3 x 20, 30 sec between sets
Ab roll on ball 3 x 12
Decline oblique crunches/ss pilates heel touch
crunches on ball
All in all, great workout and excitedly looking forward to chest day tomorrow. I just sounded like a dude.
Something was really on my mind today,...I'll try to give you the short and sweet version...
I think sometimes we forget how much influence/power those closest to us have.....on our personal perception, as well as our drive and determination when facing the world on a daily basis. From an athletic standpoint, I cannot emphasize enough how important it is to surround yourself with driven, passionate, honest, and genuine people. And I carefully choose these words because their drive and passion will motivate you,....their honesty will keep you grounded,....and their genuineness means they share your struggles and celebrate your successes. The first 3 are huge, and have great impact on day to day training and pushing through hard moments, but the last trait is key. There are plenty of people who can recognize a victory or a struggle, but few can set aside personal pride and insecurities long enough to bask in your moment. And on the flip side of that, we should all strive to be that person for someone else. You have more influence than you might think...
There was my 2 cents of insight for the night. Ha. Honestly, I could go on and on but I might get carpal tunnel. Its time for a little tosh.O and then rest...
I went to bed at 8:22 last night and tonight's efforts do not look so good...have a great night folks!
I might start laying them myself pretty soon.
Time to catch you all up to speed...after a holiday weekend I feel all out of whack...
Weekend was great, and I was able to get some much needed rest, watch some baseball (since my life does not have enough already), and squeeze in some great workouts. Saturday was all cardio...55 min jog. It felt like 85...and in this heat I was shocked I didn't kill over. Honestly, the only thing that kept me going was my new play list on the pod. I'm on this weird rock kick,...some Offspring, Staind, Linkin Park,etc...they scream sweet-nothings in my ear to keep this tank rolling. Sunday was my day off, and boy did I need it. I wasn't in the best "mental state" if you will, and so a day to take it easy, shop, do whatever, was nice. That's the pleasant way of saying I was one anxiety attack away from a hard bottle of liquor and a straight jacket. Totally serious. And on top of that, my cul-de-sac turned July 4th into Mardi Gras....fireworks every night since Friday. At one point, I peered from my blinds like a creeper to find 11 kids running around, one laid out on my curb, and another on a unicycle. It was a mini nightmare/circus. Social services would have had a hay day...
The 4th was very low key for me...a couple of clients, an awesome workout, and then the pool for the afternoon. Let's talk about the workout. I was pretty pumped to get back to my strength/power days after going a little lighter last week. And it certainly paid off. My lifts were up, and my recovery exactly where I wanted it. For the first time I was doing 5 sets of WG pull-ups with added weight. I was pumped about this because just to pull my ass up alone is quite enough. And then I think back to days when I weighed less than 100 pounds and struggled to do 1 pull-up...and now over 30 pounds heavier and getting the job done (well, its all relative). Oh how weight can be deceptive...
Had a great leg workout today....2 words that feel like they should not be in the same sentence. I didn't want to go to complete failure so that I could hit legs again this weekend when I go visit my husband in Texas. I absolutely LOVE working out in a new gym when I'm on vacation. Different machines, different clientele, and no distractions. If its a true meat-head gym, even better. My adrenaline flows, I feel the energy of others, and I'm like a kid in a candy shop....a pothead at Woodstock....my mom at a happy convention.....you get the picture. Sooo...I went fairly heavy, kept my rest time short, and hit a few supersets in the process...
Workout:
Squats 15, 12, 10, 8
Walking lunges (25 yds)/ss box jumps (15x) 3 sets
Hamstring curls on machine 3 x 15
Leg extensions 3 x 15
Triple threat on stability ball 3x
Lunge jumps 3 x 20, 30 sec between sets
Ab roll on ball 3 x 12
Decline oblique crunches/ss pilates heel touch
crunches on ball
All in all, great workout and excitedly looking forward to chest day tomorrow. I just sounded like a dude.
Something was really on my mind today,...I'll try to give you the short and sweet version...
I think sometimes we forget how much influence/power those closest to us have.....on our personal perception, as well as our drive and determination when facing the world on a daily basis. From an athletic standpoint, I cannot emphasize enough how important it is to surround yourself with driven, passionate, honest, and genuine people. And I carefully choose these words because their drive and passion will motivate you,....their honesty will keep you grounded,....and their genuineness means they share your struggles and celebrate your successes. The first 3 are huge, and have great impact on day to day training and pushing through hard moments, but the last trait is key. There are plenty of people who can recognize a victory or a struggle, but few can set aside personal pride and insecurities long enough to bask in your moment. And on the flip side of that, we should all strive to be that person for someone else. You have more influence than you might think...
There was my 2 cents of insight for the night. Ha. Honestly, I could go on and on but I might get carpal tunnel. Its time for a little tosh.O and then rest...
I went to bed at 8:22 last night and tonight's efforts do not look so good...have a great night folks!
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