More than a feeling
The operative word for today: Sluggish. Feeling my age. Slow, low on workout wattage, tired, a little achy. I slept fine, just one of those days. Can’t have super blast workouts everyday, so no complaints here. These are the days that make a real difference. I read so many blogs about not feeling it, not having the motivation to workout, etc. But that’s irrelevant in my book. Just have to get it done because the alternative is making a habit of skipping workouts, which is untenable. It’s more than a feeling! So, with that in mind, I give you the following song More Than A Feeling, by one of the best bands ever, Boston. The lyrics are included. It has a double meaning to me this morning. Hitting the gym is about "more than a feeling" AND I can "slip away" into the music to get into a workout zone. It’s just that today was a slow lane zone. But even slow lanes are moving forward.
So give it up for a great band. This song is for my bodyspace friend Brad, a fellow Boston fan. 
BOSTON: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fm_-sW4Vktw
WORKOUT THIS MORNING — DELTS & TRICEPS:
(6-10 reps, 30-60 sec’s rest)
– Military press, sets alternated w/ lateral DB raises (5 sets ea)
– Overhead DB press, sets alternated w/ front DB raises (4 sets ea)
– Close grip bench press, sets alt w/ curlbar tricep ext’s (5 sets ea)
– Cable tricep ext’s, sets alt w/ reverse cable tricep ext’s (4 sets ea)
CARDIO: 22 min’s of LIIT on the elliptical. HR 130-145.
Just getting to the gym IS a successful workout!
October 22, 2009 at 6:23 am
Right on Al!! I really can’t add anything to what you stated perfectly - we all have those days and you’re showing us the best way to deal with them. Thanks!
October 22, 2009 at 6:44 am
That was a blast from the past, Al! Thanks for posting a version that actually includes the words. How long have I been wondering exactly what is he singing?
Good for you for moving past the lack of motivation. Git ‘er done!
October 22, 2009 at 6:54 am
Way to get through it today. I had the same issue yesterday, but was really glad to get it done. Great job!
October 22, 2009 at 7:12 am
No sluggishness will ever hold you back Al. Days like this when we get it done anyway are the keys to our success.
October 22, 2009 at 7:12 am
I perked up when I saw your blog title in the list, knowing it was going to feature, The Band
Thanks, Al.
You have "super blast workouts" almost everyday, even without sleep, so missing that feeling one day is not a big deal.
@FitSexy: Blast from the past? Huh. Boston is a band you listen to on a regular basis like the rest of us, isn’t it?
October 22, 2009 at 7:20 am
I’m w/ you Brad. Music that stands the test of time. Never tire of it.
October 22, 2009 at 8:57 am
I had the same feelings or lack thereof this morning. Way to get it done Al.
Gotta love Boston, a very distinct sound.
October 23, 2009 at 1:10 pm
great post, I like ur thinking style. I need some of that lol
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