Can’t lift heavy weights, so now what? Marathons & cycling tours!!
Well, I’m still out of commission due to my hand surgery. I have a gimp ass right hand that I can’t do much with. The doctor says I’ll be ok to use in another 2-3 weeks but the way it feels, it’s very limited to motion. I can’t type, make a fist, push or pull heavy weights so…. instead of getting all down about losing what I’ve worked so hard for I’ve decided to run and cycle. I’m running two 5k marathons in October and one half marathon (13.6miles)in January. I ran 10 miles this past Saturday (9/15) for the first time in my life. It was painful at first but I didn’t give up and kept pushing myself till the pain went away. The way I’m running now I feel like I can run till my shoes gave out!! Really!! I’ve never experienced this type of pleasure before. It’s great and I love it!! I’m really considering the cycle tours (MS150) next year. There’s one from Houston to Austin and another from San Antonio to Corpus Christi. I’ve been cycling at the gym every now and then, about 15-20 miles, but I’d really like to get out and ride it. No better feeling then the outdoors! I just gotta invest in a good bike and some good gear.
So for now, heavy weight lifting is on hold. I lift moderate weights and sometimes push myself to heavier weights or until it hurts. I’m also working on getting leaner. I want my abs to be more defined. I get some compliments but I just don’t think I’m cut enough. I’m looking into a different diet also. It all boils down to cuttin tha carbs & fat!!
