Andrew’s (Spring85sigma) BodyBlog

Today I did my first complete workout of my 13th cycle! Given the fact that I was up until 3:30 this morning doing all kinds of paperwork for my job (e.g. treatment plans, progress notes, monthly reports, etc.)  and was functioning on only 5 1/2 hours of sleep, I was able to go to work, and then complete my workout. I’m very excited about the new workout I’ve designed. I’ve moved things around, added some exercises and new daily workouts, and streamlined the workouts.

Many of you do not know that I have a very "strange" back problem that will crop up maybe once every two or three years. I can turn the wrong way or just take an awkward step and the pain starts. Although I don’t ever lose range of motion, it is very painful. I generally pump myself full of extra strength tylenol and/or ibuprofen to keep the pain at bay. I never, however, stop my workouts. In fact, I’ve found that this actually helps. I had been dealing with this pain for the past week and today’s workout seemed to be the magic touch. The pain has begun to subside and I haven’t taken any pain medication for about six hours. So, I guess it pays to be in shape.

I’m working hard on the diet for my Thursday Birthday pictures. I am also formulating new goals for my 45th year! LOL! The only goal that I didn’t reach is the planche push-up which will remain a goal. If anyone read my BodyBlog on yesterday, you will know that after a weeks rest I was able to go directly into holding my tuck planche position for 35 seconds. This means I’m still getting stronger! I anticipate being able to hold this position for a minute around December. After this, I can attempt the push-up from a modified tuck planche position.

Any suggestions or feedback for new goals would be appreciated. I’m actually very surprised at what I’ve done with bodyweight, an exercise ball, and 20 and 30-pound dumbells, with LOTS of CARDIO! Your feedback and encouragement has been amazing. I also never thought my little page would be at over 5,000 hits after being up for less than a year (October 15th is my BodySpace one year anniversary).

As mentioned above, I trained arms and shoulders and had an amazing run for laying off for a week! The back feels MUCH better and I’m looking forward to planche training and chest workout on tomorrow.

If you want to see my new workout, it is posted in my workout section. It is different from the previous cycles. Should you desire a copy in MS Word format (table) simply send me a PM with your e-mail address or send me an e-mail at andrew.harris.jr@gmail.com. I also have a copy of my Cycle 13 planche training workout. If there are questions about exercises, check my video section. A lot of them are demonstrated there. If you can’t find them there simply ask me. LOL! I often name exercises because I can’t find their “formal” name. I will be glad to describe the exercise for you.

I hope everyone had a great Monday. Here is what I did today:

Today, I initiated the beginning of my 13th workout cycle with planche push-up training! I was extremely excited to find that after a week I was able to hold the tuck planche position for 30 seconds and rather comfortably. I was, before taking the week off, holding the position for 25 seconds. During the next 6 weeks, I hope to work up to 35 seconds.

It is obvious that I won’t be doing those planche push-ups for a while, but the training continues. I will do those push-ups!

I’m working hard this week with the new workouts to make sure that I take some "good" pics for September 3rd. The "old man" turns 45 and want to welcome what I consider the beginning of "middle age" looking good. LOL! Thanks to all of my BodySpace friends who have sent PMs and offered encouraging comments. It keeps me going!

Here is what I did today:

I completed the last workout of my 12th six-week workout cycle. I took a break in the middle of the cycle due to family problems. This definitely impacted the remaining three weeks of the cycle. I am just starting to get back on track. Hopefully, I will continue to make gains during the next cycle. Although cycle 13 will not differ much from cycle 12, I will have copies of the new cycle should anyone want to look at it.

Today I did planche push-up training (went EXTREMELY well) and worked on my back. I’m pleased with the progress I am seeing in my back. I definitely have to work on my diet. I want to take some really good birthday pictures on Thursday, September 3!

I had a rough week as far as running errands for family and am very tired. I am looking forward to the Sabbath rest. On a happier note, I have also just become a GREAT UNCLE! Sigh! I’m getting OLD. My niece and her husband welcomed an 8 pound 2 ounce baby boy on yesterday! I’m looking forward to spoiling him like I’ve done my other nieces and nephews.

Everyone have a safe and happy weekend!

Here is what I did today:

I had a great ab workout between taking the OLD Clunker down to the shop and picking it up. LOL! Worked the abs really good and did the cardio in really hot weather. I also walked an additional 4 miles over my usual cardio. Afterwards, there were a lot of family errands to do. This week I’ve been carrying relatives between doctors and lawyers.   I’m looking forward to the weekend and some rest.

Tomorrow concludes workout cycle 12. I’m working on the 13th cycle and will edit the workout portion of my page to reflect the few changes I will be making during this cycle. Things seem to be working right now.

I hope everyone is having a great day or evening!

Here is what I did today:

Just briefly recapping today. I had a great workout. The leg training went very well. I’m seeing some results from using the weighted backpack along with my dumbells for squats and calf raisers. Planche training went well today. I will be pushing myself harder during the next exercise cycle. Cardio out in the hot as usual. Tomorrow will be no cooler…94 degrees.

Had a great day out with Grandma. The doctor says she is doing well.

Here is what I did today:

The weatherman has been consistently UNDERESTIMATING the temperatures. LOL! It was another scorcher! Hopefully, the lower temps will be here by Thursday! At least that’s what the meteorologists are saying. Nevertheless, I completed my planche push-up training, my ab superset, and my chest workout before going outside to do my cardio. Overall, the workout went very well and I’m starting to feel like I felt prior to taking a week off.

I’m working on workout cycle 13. I mentioned in an earlier BodyBlog that there will only be slight changes. The cardio is working for me now, so there will be no changes. I can’t wait to get heavier weights.

Last night my page went over 5,000 hits. I’ve never had any page go over that many hits so rapidly. I certainly hope that those who visit my page find inspirational and/or helpful material. Thank you visitors and my BodySpace friends old and new!

I’m trying to figure out what to do for my 45th Birthday on September 3. Any suggestions? It is on a Thursday, so there will definitely be the ab workout. LOL! After that who knows.

I hope everyone is having a great day!

Here is what I did today:

I had a great workout today. This was the closest to feeling like I felt before taking the week off. Hopefully, I can take this momentum into the new workout cycle which starts next week.

I had a great 3-mile run in spite of the over 90 degree heat. 24:21 is not too bad for me. The important thing for me is to continue to get the workouts in, be consistent, pay attention to diet, and look for ways to add novelty to my workouts.

I hope everyone has had a great beginning to the work week and great workouts!

Here is what I did today:

I’m entering into week six of Cycle 12! I’m not going to change too much for Cycle 13. I will be continuing my concentration on chest and back, eating clean, AND pushing forward with my planche push-up training. I’ve decided I really need to push myself on my times and will try to push to the 40-45 second tuck planche during the next cycle. I will also use Wednesday’s planche training for tuck planche only. This will allow me to assess my strength at least once during the week without being tired from pseudo push-ups etc.

I added weighted backpacks to my squats and increased the weight for my push-ups. I will concentrate on form and trying to gain a little more size in the chest and legs. My quads have begun to improve. Perhaps I will take some close-up pics for next week.

My goals for this final week of the Workout Cycle are to complete all workouts, eat ENOUGH and clean, keep my form good on ALL exercises, and make sure I get enough sleep.

Today’s planche training went very well. I realize, however, that I have been a little weak because I have not been eating. I’ve been running around and been, on average, eating one meal per day. LOL! I realize I’ve only eaten once today (dinner). I will eat something else in a few hours.

For those of you who know I like working out in the great outdoors, I experienced one of the major hazards, that seem to occur this time of year. I was in the middle of my very brisk 2 mile walk and was stung by something (bee or wasp that flew directly into my side).   The workout had to go on. The area where I was stung is a little sore. Fortunately, I don’t have averse reactions to stings.

I’m wishing everyone a great week of workouts. Here is what I did today:

I’m entering into week six of Cycle 12! I’m not going to change too much for Cycle 13. I will be continuing my concentration on chest and back, eating clean, AND pushing forward with my planche push-up training. I’ve decided I really need to push myself on my times and will try to push to the 40-45 second tuck planche during the next cycle. I will also use Wednesday’s planche training for tuck planche only. This will allow me to assess my strength at least once during the week without being tired from pseudo push-ups etc.

I added weighted backpacks to my squats and increased the weight for my push-ups. I will concentrate on form and trying to gain a little more size in the chest and legs. My quads have begun to improve. Perhaps I will take some close-up pics for next week.

My goals for this final week of the Workout Cycle are to complete all workouts, eat ENOUGH and clean, keep my form good on ALL exercises, and make sure I get enough sleep.

Today’s planche training went very well. I realize, however, that I have been a little weak because I have not been eating. I’ve been running around and been, on average, eating one meal per day. LOL! I realize I’ve only eaten once today (dinner). I will eat something else in a few hours.

For those of you who know I like working out in the great outdoors, I experienced one of the major hazards, that seem to occur this time of year. I was in the middle of my very brisk 2 mile walk and was stung by something (bee or wasp that flew directly into my side).   The workout had to go on. The area where I was stung is a little sore. Fortunately, I don’t have averse reactions to stings.

I’m wishing everyone a great week of workouts. Here is what I did today:

I had, for the most part, a great workout. I guess I was tired from yesterday because the planche training was HORRIBLE! LOL! I fell out of all of my positions today. I guess I will wait until Sunday to see how things are. I will be sure to get some rest and to eat properly (I have really neglected EATING this week…Haven’t eat too bad, but just haven’t eaten a lot).

I’m wishing everyone a great weekend!

Here is what I tried to do today! LOL!: