OK, today was a much better day. I got to sleep in this morning. (Thank you, Dan!!) By the time I did get up, I felt almost human again. I even got some laundry folded. Yay me. I knew I didn't have a lot of free time before it would be time to leave for CST, so I did half an hour of intervals on the elliptical. I really do like the shorter, more intense workouts. By the time I was done, I was a sweaty mess, but I felt great.
Then, I took Michael to his yoga class this afternoon. After missing two classes, I wasn't sure if we'd actually make it through today. There were a few rough spots, but he made it through the whole class. And, we both got in a good workout. I love doing yoga together!
The rest of the day was pretty much playing catch up from the week. I'm finally feeling like the world is getting back to 'normal'. I'm not totally exhausted, the laundry is mostly caught up, and the chores around the house are getting done. This next week will be a good one!
Saturday, March 8, 2014
Friday, March 7, 2014
Friday!
Today was finally a little more normal of a day. I had a personal training session scheduled, but I was a little nervous because my shoulder has still been hurting, ever since BLRC. But, she said she had a plan, and I trusted her. Good thing, too.
I started off with 20 minutes on the elliptical. I love that I'm still able to push to a higher level than I ever did pre-BLRC. And, by the time my session started, I was definitely warm. We started the session with some ab exercises, and then moved more into shoulder work. She had me do a bunch of rehab type exercises. By the time we finished, my shoulders we definitely warm from the exercises, but there was no sharp pain. That helped a lot!
We finished the session with a few ab/knee strengthening exercises. They were hard, and my quads were burning, but it was a really good session. And, for the rest of the day my shoulder felt really good.
I finished off the day with my regular Friday yoga class. It felt so good. I love that the class is fairly predictable and relatively low key. By the time I left the gym I was feeling like a relaxed noodle. And that was exactly what I needed.
So, overall, it was a great exercise day, and a great therapy day. Hopefully, I'll be able to sleep in tomorrow and get back to my 'normal' exercise routine. That would be a really, really good thing!
I started off with 20 minutes on the elliptical. I love that I'm still able to push to a higher level than I ever did pre-BLRC. And, by the time my session started, I was definitely warm. We started the session with some ab exercises, and then moved more into shoulder work. She had me do a bunch of rehab type exercises. By the time we finished, my shoulders we definitely warm from the exercises, but there was no sharp pain. That helped a lot!
We finished the session with a few ab/knee strengthening exercises. They were hard, and my quads were burning, but it was a really good session. And, for the rest of the day my shoulder felt really good.
I finished off the day with my regular Friday yoga class. It felt so good. I love that the class is fairly predictable and relatively low key. By the time I left the gym I was feeling like a relaxed noodle. And that was exactly what I needed.
So, overall, it was a great exercise day, and a great therapy day. Hopefully, I'll be able to sleep in tomorrow and get back to my 'normal' exercise routine. That would be a really, really good thing!
Wednesday, March 5, 2014
Completely Exhausted
I had every intention of coming home from work and going to yoga. But I'm exhausted and my shoulder really hurts. I think I'm going to listen to my body and just go to bed early tonight. This isn't a race. I don't have to meet all my exercise goals this week. And, I never gave myself a chance to rest since coming home. So, tonight, it's rest. Good night!
Tuesday, March 4, 2014
Terrific Tuesday
Tuesday is normally my rest day, but I decided to work out today. Mostly because I got a bonus work from home day. So, I did a workout that a friend recommended, and it really kicked my butt. I love that I can get a really intense workout in just half an hour. I'm planning on varying the amount of exercise, as well as the intensity. I don't want to get stuck in a rut again.
I'm also tracking my food with My Fitness Pal. It's mostly for a group challenge. But, if it works, I'll stick with it. I'm feeling so reenergized and hopeful. It's almost scary.
The down side is that my shoulder is really, really sore. I think I might have pushed it over the limit today. Tomorrow will definitely be an easier day. Probably just yoga. Maybe the shoulder will get better quick. I can push myself really hard, but when there is sharp pain, I turn into a wimp. But, I'll figure something out, right?
I'm also tracking my food with My Fitness Pal. It's mostly for a group challenge. But, if it works, I'll stick with it. I'm feeling so reenergized and hopeful. It's almost scary.
The down side is that my shoulder is really, really sore. I think I might have pushed it over the limit today. Tomorrow will definitely be an easier day. Probably just yoga. Maybe the shoulder will get better quick. I can push myself really hard, but when there is sharp pain, I turn into a wimp. But, I'll figure something out, right?
Monday, March 3, 2014
Snow Day, So Improvise!
When I made out my plan for the week, I fully intended to go to my Muscle Challenge class at the gym tonight. I certainly didn't plan for the gym to be closed due to weather. But, Betty taught us to always have a backup plan. So, at lunch time, I broke out my pictures, found a workout I liked, and did it.
I started with a five minute warm up, then went right into the Pyramid Challenge workout. It was 1 minute of cardio, 10 burpess, 2 min 9 squats, 3 min 8 pushups, 4 min 7 plank ups, 5 min 30 sit ups, and then back down. I found out a lot of new things today.
First off, my old workout is now my warmup! I used to think level 15 was hard. Now, I use it as my warm up and was using level 30 for my workout. And, when I wanted to really push for one minute, I bumped it all the way to 65. That hurt, but, I did it! And, when it was time for the burpees, I did less modification. They were ugly, but they were intense. And, since there were no witnesses, I was really happy.
So, it wasn't the workout I was planning for the day, but it was definitely a success. And, the support group for those of us who went last week has already started the first challenge. I'm recording everything I eat and all my exercise in My Fitness Pal. The challenge is only for a week. But, who knows, maybe I'll learn a new habit.
I started with a five minute warm up, then went right into the Pyramid Challenge workout. It was 1 minute of cardio, 10 burpess, 2 min 9 squats, 3 min 8 pushups, 4 min 7 plank ups, 5 min 30 sit ups, and then back down. I found out a lot of new things today.
First off, my old workout is now my warmup! I used to think level 15 was hard. Now, I use it as my warm up and was using level 30 for my workout. And, when I wanted to really push for one minute, I bumped it all the way to 65. That hurt, but, I did it! And, when it was time for the burpees, I did less modification. They were ugly, but they were intense. And, since there were no witnesses, I was really happy.
So, it wasn't the workout I was planning for the day, but it was definitely a success. And, the support group for those of us who went last week has already started the first challenge. I'm recording everything I eat and all my exercise in My Fitness Pal. The challenge is only for a week. But, who knows, maybe I'll learn a new habit.
Sunday, March 2, 2014
BLRC - Results!
I'm home. I'm mostly unpacked and settled in. I still have a ton of laundry to do, but I'm really, really tired. I'm sure I'll be back to my normal routine tomorrow, but today was definitely a rest day. I'll probably have some wrap up thoughts tomorrow, but tonight, I just need to spend time with my guys and get to bed early.
The good news is that I lost 9.7 pounds, 7.7 of which was fat loss. I'm really, really happy with that! Now, the starting weight was probably higher since it was at the end of the day, and after getting off a plane. But still, I'll take it!
The good news is that I lost 9.7 pounds, 7.7 of which was fat loss. I'm really, really happy with that! Now, the starting weight was probably higher since it was at the end of the day, and after getting off a plane. But still, I'll take it!
Saturday, March 1, 2014
BLRC - Day 7
Well, the official program is finished and people have started going home. I won't have my final weigh in until tomorrow morning, and then I'll head to the airport. But the hard part is all done. I can't believe I made it through. I am incredibly proud of myself, and incredibly tired. Right now, I can't imagine how people stay for more than one week. I guess that's why weekend's are so light. You're pretty much finished by noon Saturday, and then have all day Sunday off. There's a chance I'd be ready to go again by Monday.
Anyway, this morning was just one workout, but what a workout it was! It was two hours long, and amazing. First we warmed up on cardio equipment, and then the real workout started. We alternated between one minute of hard cardio and weight bearing exercises like pushups, burpees, planks, etc.). While we were doing the exercises, two people had to run the hall. They did 10 ball slams at one end, put on a weight, ran down to the other end, ran back, did 10 ball slams, then came back into the room. Those in the room had to keep doing the exercises until both people were back. That was the first half of the workout, and went on for about an hour.
The second half of the workout was shorter, about 45 minutes. This time, the majority of the class was doing exercises against a wall with an 8 or 10 pound weight. That doesn't sound like much until you try doing overhead presses with it, forever. The rest of the hallways was set up as an obstacle course, and two or three people ran it at a time, while we did wall exercises. My course was fairly simple. There were two ladders on the floor to step in and out of quickly, a stop for pushups and a stop for more ball slams. Then, I got to run back as fast as I could to 'rescue' the group. You read that right. I actually ran. Fast. One of my friends said I had a look of pure joy on my face while I was running. I can believe that. It felt so good to actually be able to run. Not a long distance, but still, it was huge for me.
The last event was Graduation. It's a good thing they pass out boxes of tissues! We wrote ourselves a letter that they will mail at some point in the next month or two. That was really emotional. I wonder what it will be like when I get mine in the mail. Then, we watched a video montage of everything we did this week. Again, emotional. But, the most emotional part was the last part. We went around the room and told something we were leaving behind.
For me, I am leaving behind my fear and doubt. I have learned that I can do hard things. I also learned that I don't need to modify every exercise. A lot, yes. But, I really am stronger than I give myself credit for. I really want to push myself more often. Do a short run every now and then. Push harder on my intervals. Maybe I'll even try that kickboxing class at the gym. I want to stop limiting myself based on fear and see what I really can do.
Now, I am going to hang out with some friends and enjoy the rest of the day. I probably won't post my results until I get home tomorrow night. But, no matter what the scale says, I know my week here was successful beyond my wildest hopes.
Anyway, this morning was just one workout, but what a workout it was! It was two hours long, and amazing. First we warmed up on cardio equipment, and then the real workout started. We alternated between one minute of hard cardio and weight bearing exercises like pushups, burpees, planks, etc.). While we were doing the exercises, two people had to run the hall. They did 10 ball slams at one end, put on a weight, ran down to the other end, ran back, did 10 ball slams, then came back into the room. Those in the room had to keep doing the exercises until both people were back. That was the first half of the workout, and went on for about an hour.
The second half of the workout was shorter, about 45 minutes. This time, the majority of the class was doing exercises against a wall with an 8 or 10 pound weight. That doesn't sound like much until you try doing overhead presses with it, forever. The rest of the hallways was set up as an obstacle course, and two or three people ran it at a time, while we did wall exercises. My course was fairly simple. There were two ladders on the floor to step in and out of quickly, a stop for pushups and a stop for more ball slams. Then, I got to run back as fast as I could to 'rescue' the group. You read that right. I actually ran. Fast. One of my friends said I had a look of pure joy on my face while I was running. I can believe that. It felt so good to actually be able to run. Not a long distance, but still, it was huge for me.
The last event was Graduation. It's a good thing they pass out boxes of tissues! We wrote ourselves a letter that they will mail at some point in the next month or two. That was really emotional. I wonder what it will be like when I get mine in the mail. Then, we watched a video montage of everything we did this week. Again, emotional. But, the most emotional part was the last part. We went around the room and told something we were leaving behind.
For me, I am leaving behind my fear and doubt. I have learned that I can do hard things. I also learned that I don't need to modify every exercise. A lot, yes. But, I really am stronger than I give myself credit for. I really want to push myself more often. Do a short run every now and then. Push harder on my intervals. Maybe I'll even try that kickboxing class at the gym. I want to stop limiting myself based on fear and see what I really can do.
Now, I am going to hang out with some friends and enjoy the rest of the day. I probably won't post my results until I get home tomorrow night. But, no matter what the scale says, I know my week here was successful beyond my wildest hopes.
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