TM’s Workout Log

Hit, Full Squats, Flat DB Press, Pek Dek, Skull Crushers and a set of Bar Dips. Was a solid workout.

This Ripptoes style workout is an interesting concept and I am eager to see how it pans out in the next 4-6 weeks. The way I am splitting it is:

Mon: Squats, Bent Over Rows, Wide Grip Pulldowns, DB curls
Tues: Cardio, Abs
Wed: Deads, Military Press (DB’s), Side DB Raises,
Thurs: Cardio, Abs
Fri: Squats, Bench, Tri stuff
Sat: Cardio, Abs

Accessory stuff follows the BIG 2. It is a very energy consuming type of workout that is for sure. I am hoping to put on some solid muscle mass. I know I am repeating my workout again, but I am trying to get it engrained into my head.  =)

As I mentioned earlier, this is kind of a twist on Ripptoes workout.

Yesterday I had a pretty awesome workout. I got a PB in Deads, 300 lbs. 1 time. I think I could’ve got more but I was worn out by then. I did get 235 lbs. 10 times though so that was cool.

I have also started running outside during lunch. Legs have been a bit sore but it’s a good sore.  =) I’m excited for the next several months to see the changes. I’m getting some good strength under me so now I’m waiting for the muscle to follow!!  =) ha haa!

Tomorrow is Squats, Flat DB Press, Tri’s and abs. I am going to do the abs at lunch though because I know after Squats I will be whipped as usual. The other day I had to stop on my last set because I felt like I was going to throw up for sure. I guess that means it was a good workout right??

Nite all!!

Sometimes we just fall into a weird “funk” and just need a kick in the butt to get back on it. I think I got my butt back in gear now. =) Actually getting in a workout helped out, imagine that!? =) Get them endorphins kickin’ in and they are natural medicine baby! Luckily, I have actually had some GREAT workouts the last few days. I have been running outside on the greenbelt instead of the elliptical. It just feels better and of course the fresh air helps. Today I got a PB in deadlift. I got 300 lbs. (1) time. I think I could’ve gotten more up but I warmed up with a lot of reps. Last set was 235 lbs 10 reps. Not bad.

The great irony of feeling like crap and not wanting to get your butt up and go work out. That is what I have found out each and every time. The last few days I have felt sluggish and lackluster in energy. I forced myself to go workout today. I am glad I did. I had a decent workout and felt 100% better afterwards. The natural endorphins we all have really can get you out of the rut.

Tomorrow I have cardio. I may go for a jog on the greenbelt at lunch instead of going to the gym. I am getting burnt out on the elliptical. Plus, the few times I have gone out for a jog I feel like I got a solid workout for my legs as well. They have been a bit sore the next day.

Anyway, onward we go!

I will be hitting DB’s for a couple of weeks for Chest and Shoulders to change it up a bit. I have been going with BB’s since November. I will also be going with lower weights and higher reps in all exercises.

Monday:
5:30 am cardio - 30 mins (light)
Deads <–superset–> Bench DB Press, Lying DB Extensions, Abs

Tuesday:
5:30 am cardio - 30 mins, 12:00 pm cardio 30 mins

Wednesday:
5:30 am cardio - 30 mins (light)
Squats <–superset–> DB Shoulder Press or Military Press, DB Bicep Curls

Thursday:
5:30 am cardio - 30 mins, 12:00 pm cardio 30 mins

Friday:
5:30 am cardio - 30 mins (light)
Squats, Bent Over BB Rows, Lat Pulls, Abs

Well, in order to speed up the fat loss a bit I have decided to get up and do some early morning cardio. I have always had great results doing am cardio on an empty stomach. 5:30 am I will be up and adam!  =)

Are there any good fitness centers in this town? I am headed there for the weekend and would like to get a solid workout there on Saturday. I did a Google Search and there are a few so I will look into them this afternoon when I arrive.

Yesterday was a full rest day. I’m feeling pretty strong today. I will hit Squats and Military in Sequim.