Strength is Back Up
I felt like I had to drag myself out of bed after my three days off. I did my 10 minutes warm-up and found that I had to bump up the elliptical to feel warmed-up. That’s a good sign. I start off with the leg press dong 90# for warm-up. It was surprisingly easy. Now, I know alot of woman on here push these HUGE numbers, but my legs are not where my strength lies. When I was able to just do 90# (2 sets) with little problem that was definitely a change. I supersetted with db deadlift rows (25# dbs). I moved up to 180# (2 sets), then 270# where I did three more sets of 6. I could have done more with a spotter, I think. I might have psyched myself out a bit. I also went higher on my starting weight for leg extensions (150#) I worked my way down the stack. Then leg curls, weighted v-sits, and good mornings were next. I wanted to do more, but I had to come home and cooked mashed potatoes.
I was really excited about today. I wonder what I can do with back and biceps tomorrow. I am up to 138, now. So, I supposed my increased carbs and decreasing strength over the last few weeks resulted in some weight gain. But it also came with some increased strength. I had also set a cap of 140# for ‘off-season’, so I just need to maintain and lift over the next few weeks.
Today, is another day like any other. At least that is how I am looking at it. I am going to stick with the turkey and veggies. And drink tons of water. That’s it. No dessert. If I do want any I have chocolate pudding waiting for me at home. I just don’t feel. And I’ll be eating every 3 hours.
Happy Thanksgiving, BB.com Friends!
November 27, 2008 at 10:50 am
Great Blog! You are really killing it in the gym. Happy Thanksgiving.