Andrew’s (Spring85sigma) BodyBlog

It is 11:30 pm Eastern Time and although I completed my workout very early in the day, I’m just getting around to recording this brief blog. I had a very good arm and shoulder workout today. I concluded the workout with a very good run. I’m about to go under the 8 minute mile pace again. It has taken me a few weeks to get back to that point. I ran three miles today in 24:10 which is roughly an 8:03 or 8:04 mile. I’m enjoying my workouts actually, I’m feeling I’m making gains. The planche training has started to move along again. I know I will have to ramp up the challenge in my next workout cycle. This has to be the last workout cycle using 30 pound dumbells. I’m seeking 40 pounders simply because of economics (I wanted 50 pounders). If anyone knows of a good discount vendor for dumbells please send an IM.

I’m also happy because I spent some money on another digital camera. I broke down and purchased a Canon. I played around with it today before I did my cardio and tried to do something different. I used my dumbells in some of the shots. I actually had fun taking the pictures and, although not great, the pictures are clearer and, I believe, more representative of my development. The chest does ACTUALLY look better (T, I can’t do much more complaining about this area! :) ). I’m posting 7 pictures. Any feedback or suggestions that you can provide are always appreciated.

Here is what I did today:

I completed my planche training today. I’m definitely getting stronger. Although I’m somewhat off my goal in terms of WHEN I will actually be able to do a planche push-up, I’m definitely happy that I’m gaining strength again. During the first half of the next cycle I will work my tuck planche positions for 20 seconds. Hopefully, I can get up to 30 by the end of June and attempt an actual push-up by the end of July. Wish me luck. LOL!

Tomorrow begins the last workout of my 10th 6 week cycle. I’m working on a few changes and will post the new workout by the end of the week. I also went ahead and plunked down the cash and purchased a Canon digital camera. I’ve been really disappointed with the quality of my progress pictures and want to put up some nice new ones. Hopefully, if the weather permits, I will get around to that this week as well.

Everyone enjoy the remainder of your weekend and let’s have a great week of workouts!

Finished my last workout of the week. I did planche training and worked back. Considering the fact that I did over 5 miles of cardio on yesterday, the run was very good. The planche training went well also. I am anticipating increasing my time in hold to 20 seconds in my next workout cycle. I anticipate doing a planche push-up sometime in the fall. LOL My birthday would be nice (Sept. 3)! We’ll see. I will take it a bit at a time and seek to avoid injury during the training. Next week is the last week in my 10th 6 week workout cycle. They go rather fast now, believe it or not. I’m doing some tweaking, will add a few new exercises to shake things up. Any suggestions are welcome!

Today, I will be out doing some things for myself…paying some bills …haircut, buying YET another camera, computer stuff (I’m somewhat GEEKY! LOL ).

I hope everyone had a productive week on the job and with their workouts. Have a great weekend! 

Here’s what I did today:

I’m pretty excited today. Yesterday, as always I took Grandma out for her appointments and shopping, but I also took on some extra work, 2 extra kids to conduct sessions with, in addition to the one I normally see. I was EXHAUSTED and just could not get up the enthusiasm or energy for the workout. Of course, it gnawed at me to skip a workout. I got a good night’s sleep last night, got up early this morning and did Wednesday’s and Today’s workouts. I’m feeling pretty good, somewhat hungry! LOL !

Anyway, this was the first time I have strung two workouts together. This included a little over 5 miles worth of cardio. I’m just glad I can mark off both boxes on my schedule as done! I hope all of my BodySpace friends and visitors to my page are well.

Hang in there and keep up the good work!

Here is what I did today:

I completed a pretty tough push-up workout for my chest, my planche training, and my ab superset. It was a beautiful day outside and I very much enjoyed doing my agility drills and sprints. The run was good.

Here is what I did today:

I hope everyone had an enjoyable Mothers’ Day on yesterday!

Today, I worked on my arms and shoulders. I had a pretty good workout and run in the drizzle! LOL!  

I’m feeling ready for a change in my life. I’ve decided that this is my opportunity to pursue my Physical Training Certificate and will save money from my next two checks to pay for the certification. I’ve also started writing my book of short stories.

It’s time to transform my life and leave mediocrity behind. I find it interesting that so many people suffer because of the ineptness and mediocrity of those who are supposed to be "in charge" or "in management" or "leadership" positions and fail to challenge themselves to look for or create better opportunities.

It’s time to take charge of your life, family, career, and health.  2009 is almost halfway over! Set some goals. Find a way to motivate yourself. Stop depending so much on others to validate you.

I’m extremely thankful that I began my road back to fitness over one year ago and that I joined BodySpace in October 2008 (recent problems with my thread notwithstanding). I’ve met some amazing people whose encouragement and feedback have certainly opened my eyes to the possibility of changing my career goals and aspirations to incorporate fitness which has become a passion for me. I hope I’ve done that for someone since I’ve been on here.

LET’S GET MOVING!

Here is what I did today:

I did my Sunday planche training. It’s going really well. Today, I was able to see how much strength I’ve gained I will continue to work the position for 17 seconds for the remainder of this current workout cycle. I will miss my deadline, but feel it’s more important to continue to gain strength and work gradually into the planche push-up.

Mom is up and feeling good. Insisted on cooking today! I am grateful that she is up and about! 

HAPPY MOTHERS’ DAY TO ALL OF MY BODYSPACE FRIENDS AND VISITORS TO MY BLOG AND PAGE! 

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The end of a very STRANGE week, on BodySpace and otherwise. This morning at 5:30 my mother became ill due to a sinus infection. Not wanting to go to a doctor, I’ve been attending her all day. Finally, although exhausted, got the workout in by bits and pieces. LOL! Planche training was tough because I was exhausted.  I now have to go out and pay Grandma’s bills for her. So, this is it for the BodyBlog.

Have a great weekend! Hopefully, I can get some sleep.

Here is what I did today:

This will be another quick blog. LOL! Most of them are quick anyway! I did my ab workout today. I worked harder on contracting the abs during all of the movements. Sometimes, I can get a little sloppy. I did my sprints, agility drills, etc. and my 2 mile run. AL, if you read this…this was NOT one of the good runs! I really burned my legs yesterday! It took me 1.2 miles just to find a rhythm. Tomorrow’s 3 mile run should really be fun.

I’m off to do a little paperwork for the job and then work on my book. I’m trying to transform myself into a writer.

Have a great day everyone! Here is what I did today:

This is a very quick post. Took Grandma out to her doctor’s appointment and shopping and managed to do shopping for my mother and uncle. LOL ! Got home and squeezed in the workout, just before the first torrential downpour. We are under tornado watch until 9:00 pm. Now I’m tired and hungry! About to eat!

I hope everyone is having a great day and week!

Here is what I did today: