jchap’s BodyBlog

So today I have officially committed to my first competition. I sent my registration in and submitted my music selections to my coach. Twelve more days until I turn 49 and I am focused on all the things I plan to get accomplished before I turn 50. My first competition is just one!

Today kicked off with a shoulder and ab workout followed by a fun energetic spin class. My PT, actually subbed for the usual instructor and the whole class had a PARTEEEE feel to it!

A dilemma, lift heavy or lighter??

First lift day of new program and it was Back and Biceps- with a huge emphasis on the Bi’s. Although I think the higher reps lower weights are good to do once in awhile, I miss my heavier lifts. I am heading my coach’s program cause she is the pro but I may run this one next week differently. My forearms were great except burned like hell once I got past the 8th rep. Maybe it is what I need but what a mind freak having to drop the weights just to finish the reps.

Although I do have to say, less rest is needed and I get through the session faster and I had OOOODLES of energy for a fabulous spin class.

I thought I was in for trouble when I woke up at 4 AM with my arms aching. I do my best to avoid taking pain releivevrs of any kind but knew I had a long day on the computer at work so I opted for the Advil.Amazing, once I was up and around my arms felt great and no soreness at all after yesterday’s brutal day. Even hours upon hours after the Advil wore off!
Supposed to be a rest day but headed out soon for a yoga session to relax my mind and body from a long day.

Today started with an amazing functional workout, egged on by my PT, Lolly. Now you would think her name would mean she is sweet and all that but, no, nothing like someone yelling during sprint suicides, Legs up up up up or during mountain climbers, no cheating!

My forearms felt good using the Tigar Paws but after all the X-plank push ups and such they were a little cranky last night.

Hot yoga later in the day was a special treat since my hubby had a dinner meeting.

New Program started today but there were some bugs in it and it had to be revamped so being Wednesday as rest day, I really don’t start it until Thursday and it looks like a winner!

Back/Bi

Chest/Tri

Shoulders/abs

Legs

One day Functional

One day special series (varies each week)

Plus my 4-5 days cardio of 30 minutes and yoga when I can it will be a busy month!!!

BRING IT ON!

Why is this always so hard?

Headed out of town for a few days with hubby to celebrate anniversary. Maybe cardio tomorrow at fancy gym in NYC!

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