10-09-16 HY: Combat 60 LIVE - Ultimate Warrior's Workout + ChaLEAN Extreme - Extreme Core Circuit + Splits + TCF.
Today was one of those days where I didn't want to do anything. I was feeling sluggish when I got up and, in fact, I didn't really feel like getting up at all. But after getting up, I just ate and started watching the CUBS! Finally, around mid afternoon, I went to get gas for my car, and do a few errands for home and work. Long story short, I wasted about 90 minutes because I missed a call on my phone. I ended up getting at home around 7pm, and I didn't start my workout till almost 7:30pm WAY later than I was planning to start. SO I wasn't in the best of moods. But it got a lot better once that adrenaline started to flow.
This is the first time for me to do Combat 60 LIVE so I was interested to see what they had in store for me. It was a good routine with a lot of fun tracks and circuit intervals. The moves were pretty much the same except for a few new ones like during the Capoeira circuit, a few new moves there, and a different combination of kicks and knees through out. It was a good sweaty time, and about at the 3rd of 4th circuit, I need to take a little extra time to catch my breath between circuits. I was really happy at the end when I was able to do all the push ups on my toes. It was a weird sensation because I was struggling to get up, but I never gave out. I was able to maintain stable form despite the soreness in my shoulders from yesterday's workout.
I was still wanting to do some abs afterwards, so I went back to a beauty of an ab routine, short and sweet, Extreme Core Circuit. But this time I used 2kgs in both hands. That was tough. And again, I got a lovely burn in the abs.
Splits and Flow were great. Keep on pushing!
In the end, I torched just over 900kcals. Wouldn't expect anything less from Combat.
Monday, October 10, 2016
10-08-16 HY: Body Beast - Bulk: Chest + ChaLEAN Extreme - Extreme Abs + Splits + TCF.
10-08-16 HY: Body Beast - Bulk: Chest + ChaLEAN Extreme - Extreme Abs + Splits + TCF.
Yes, I actually worked out on Saturday night. I had to make a schedule change due to the early sunset on Friday afternoon. Normally, my off day would be on Saturday, but since I had to take Friday off, Saturday, after sunset is now a workout day. That is until the days start getting longer and I am able to workout Fridays again. So, for the next few winter months, Friday is my new off day.
Today, I started the Bulk Phase of Body Beast. Chest was up and I'm glad for the shorter routines. But they were brutal. Really wasted and burned out, not only my chest, but also my shoulders and upper arms. Starting off with a Super Set with the two main chest moves, Flies and Presses. It was a good set, and really got my chest to flex and my shoulders to hit their limits. On the last of the Drop Sets, I only went down to 23.75kgs instead of the 22kgs like last time. That was the only change in weights this whole routine from last time. Then Force Set, I kept at 19.5kgs, and I barely got all the way up on the last rep. I was just about to fold, but something gave me that last little push to get it up. The Progressive Set started off well, but the first heavy set, I barely got it up on the last rep again, and the descending sets, ALL pushed me to my limit just a moment from not being able to lock in my elbows. The Combo Set, was the same. On the heavy set, barely got it up on the last rep. On the work sheet I wrote a little "Lt" meaning "Limit" above the sets where I hit my limit. The Multi Set, Talk about BURNED OUT!!! I was so beat that I couldn't even go half way down on the Decline Push Ups. Rep counts were the same, but I raised my legs on the Russian Twist. Finally, my personal addition to the routine just because I like the move, Band X-Upper Cuts. I got a new set of bands from the US this summer, so I was happy to finally get them out and put them to work. I used different colors this time and got to the heavy band on the third set, then, on the last set, I added a static hold. BRUTAL!!! But I was feeling good.
I'm stepping up the abs work and moving back to the more intense ab routine. Or at least the next step up. Definitely very intense and my abs got the burn I was expecting.
The Splits and Flow were on point and done well. I did add some time to the stretch moves, just to add some intensity to the plateaued condition of my splits. Now, it's getting a little tenuous because of the month. Only three months left to reach my goal!
In the end, I torched just over 800kcals. But I got a great pump and burn!
Yes, I actually worked out on Saturday night. I had to make a schedule change due to the early sunset on Friday afternoon. Normally, my off day would be on Saturday, but since I had to take Friday off, Saturday, after sunset is now a workout day. That is until the days start getting longer and I am able to workout Fridays again. So, for the next few winter months, Friday is my new off day.
Today, I started the Bulk Phase of Body Beast. Chest was up and I'm glad for the shorter routines. But they were brutal. Really wasted and burned out, not only my chest, but also my shoulders and upper arms. Starting off with a Super Set with the two main chest moves, Flies and Presses. It was a good set, and really got my chest to flex and my shoulders to hit their limits. On the last of the Drop Sets, I only went down to 23.75kgs instead of the 22kgs like last time. That was the only change in weights this whole routine from last time. Then Force Set, I kept at 19.5kgs, and I barely got all the way up on the last rep. I was just about to fold, but something gave me that last little push to get it up. The Progressive Set started off well, but the first heavy set, I barely got it up on the last rep again, and the descending sets, ALL pushed me to my limit just a moment from not being able to lock in my elbows. The Combo Set, was the same. On the heavy set, barely got it up on the last rep. On the work sheet I wrote a little "Lt" meaning "Limit" above the sets where I hit my limit. The Multi Set, Talk about BURNED OUT!!! I was so beat that I couldn't even go half way down on the Decline Push Ups. Rep counts were the same, but I raised my legs on the Russian Twist. Finally, my personal addition to the routine just because I like the move, Band X-Upper Cuts. I got a new set of bands from the US this summer, so I was happy to finally get them out and put them to work. I used different colors this time and got to the heavy band on the third set, then, on the last set, I added a static hold. BRUTAL!!! But I was feeling good.
I'm stepping up the abs work and moving back to the more intense ab routine. Or at least the next step up. Definitely very intense and my abs got the burn I was expecting.
The Splits and Flow were on point and done well. I did add some time to the stretch moves, just to add some intensity to the plateaued condition of my splits. Now, it's getting a little tenuous because of the month. Only three months left to reach my goal!
In the end, I torched just over 800kcals. But I got a great pump and burn!
Friday, October 7, 2016
10-06-16 HY: P90X2 - Cold Start + S.W.C. + Tennis + Splits + TCF.
10-06-16 HY: P90X2 - Cold Start + Spooky Workout Challenge + Tennis + Splits + TCF.
Well, today was another odd day. The night before, I was notified that I would not have my night class this evening, so that opened up the door for me to go to the tennis club. Yes, the one I have not been to in over 3 months. Last night, I was sort of planning to do a double workout. Do Combat in the morning, then tennis at night. I usually wake up when I hear my daughter bumping around in the kitchen getting ready for school. That is before 7am. Today, she had a school event so she didn't have to go to school at the normal early time, so I wasn't woken up until past 8pm. That gave me a lot less time to get a workout in and get ready for work. So, I decided not to do a double and just stretch or foam roll in the morning. While I was trying to decide what to do, I was checking my Beachbody Coach's challenge page and she had just put up the challenge for this week. So I decided to just do some stretching and then do the challenge. Here is the challenge graphic.
I started to do it thinking that it was going to be easy. Well, it wasn't easy. It was a good intense routine. My hips are so inflexible. The first move was really tough, especially when trying to keep my hips flat with my knees and shoulders. I just can't get them that high, so I sag in the middle. Walking down was a lot harder than walking up (towards my head). The easiest move by far was the second move. The first two rounds were fine, but my shoulders really started to feel it in the final round. The last move, like the second, was fine in the first round, but I was feeling some pull in my core in the second round. The third round was a good ab/core workout. Also, to simulate the broom, I was using a weighted bar. Twisting from side-to-side, I heard my back crack several times. But MAN, that was a good little workout.
In the end, I burned over 250kcals.
In the evening, I went to play tennis. We had two courts and an odd number. Only 7 members came, so we traded the match and practice time. I was on the practice court first with two others. Cut throat style. I was alone first. At the end of the practice session, I was dying. One against to is not about winning points, it's about keeping the ball in play. That was brutal, but fun. In the next session, I was with another person, and the third guy was alone. Huge difference in running time and distance. Plus, the alone guy is sort of a beginner, so he couldn't control where he hit the ball, so I didn't get a lot of hits. Which was fine because I was bushed. Finally I got onto the match court. I was afraid of serving because I haven't served in months. But my serve was actually pretty good. I hit a few aces, and service winners, but I also double faulted the last two points, effectively losing the game for my team. But the next time I got a chance to serve, I closed it out from 40-15. We won the set, 6-4. Only had time for one set, but it was a long set. We play in a gym, so yes, very humid. Not to hot though which is good.
In the end, I torched 1300+kcals. Nice burn for 2+ hours of tennis. It is also nice to get back to match play again. I wish I could play singles, but that is for another time.
Splits and Flow were in the evening, and they were good. Got through everything today, so I was happy.
Well, today was another odd day. The night before, I was notified that I would not have my night class this evening, so that opened up the door for me to go to the tennis club. Yes, the one I have not been to in over 3 months. Last night, I was sort of planning to do a double workout. Do Combat in the morning, then tennis at night. I usually wake up when I hear my daughter bumping around in the kitchen getting ready for school. That is before 7am. Today, she had a school event so she didn't have to go to school at the normal early time, so I wasn't woken up until past 8pm. That gave me a lot less time to get a workout in and get ready for work. So, I decided not to do a double and just stretch or foam roll in the morning. While I was trying to decide what to do, I was checking my Beachbody Coach's challenge page and she had just put up the challenge for this week. So I decided to just do some stretching and then do the challenge. Here is the challenge graphic.
I started to do it thinking that it was going to be easy. Well, it wasn't easy. It was a good intense routine. My hips are so inflexible. The first move was really tough, especially when trying to keep my hips flat with my knees and shoulders. I just can't get them that high, so I sag in the middle. Walking down was a lot harder than walking up (towards my head). The easiest move by far was the second move. The first two rounds were fine, but my shoulders really started to feel it in the final round. The last move, like the second, was fine in the first round, but I was feeling some pull in my core in the second round. The third round was a good ab/core workout. Also, to simulate the broom, I was using a weighted bar. Twisting from side-to-side, I heard my back crack several times. But MAN, that was a good little workout.
In the end, I burned over 250kcals.
In the evening, I went to play tennis. We had two courts and an odd number. Only 7 members came, so we traded the match and practice time. I was on the practice court first with two others. Cut throat style. I was alone first. At the end of the practice session, I was dying. One against to is not about winning points, it's about keeping the ball in play. That was brutal, but fun. In the next session, I was with another person, and the third guy was alone. Huge difference in running time and distance. Plus, the alone guy is sort of a beginner, so he couldn't control where he hit the ball, so I didn't get a lot of hits. Which was fine because I was bushed. Finally I got onto the match court. I was afraid of serving because I haven't served in months. But my serve was actually pretty good. I hit a few aces, and service winners, but I also double faulted the last two points, effectively losing the game for my team. But the next time I got a chance to serve, I closed it out from 40-15. We won the set, 6-4. Only had time for one set, but it was a long set. We play in a gym, so yes, very humid. Not to hot though which is good.
In the end, I torched 1300+kcals. Nice burn for 2+ hours of tennis. It is also nice to get back to match play again. I wish I could play singles, but that is for another time.
Splits and Flow were in the evening, and they were good. Got through everything today, so I was happy.
10-05-16 HY: P90X3 - X3 Yoga + Splits + TCF.
10-05-16 HY: P90X3 - X3 Yoga + Splits + TCF.
This was sort of an odd morning. I was planning to do X2 Yoga, but as I was setting up, I discovered that I was way behind on my stats logging and I got caught up in that. So, I ended up having to do X3 Yoga.
It was a good session. Almost everything seemed to be right on point. I had just a few balance issues with Half Moon on the right side, and just a little bit with Toe Bind, but actually, I think today's Toe Bind was the best I've done. I always tried to do the advanced move, putting my leg out to the side, but I realized today, that I am not ready for the advanced move yet, so I kept my foot forward, and my balance and stability were much better. I need to practice a little more before I can move on to the advanced move. I tried through out to focus on breathing and staying loose and centered. Felt good.
I had to do the Splits and Flow in the evening so today, was back to normal for the mid-week recovery. Splits were good. Knee felt okay so I was happy. I got back to the mark and pushed passed it early on. The Flow was good and smooth.
In the end, I only burned about 200kcals in the morning, but the recovery was necessary.
This was sort of an odd morning. I was planning to do X2 Yoga, but as I was setting up, I discovered that I was way behind on my stats logging and I got caught up in that. So, I ended up having to do X3 Yoga.
It was a good session. Almost everything seemed to be right on point. I had just a few balance issues with Half Moon on the right side, and just a little bit with Toe Bind, but actually, I think today's Toe Bind was the best I've done. I always tried to do the advanced move, putting my leg out to the side, but I realized today, that I am not ready for the advanced move yet, so I kept my foot forward, and my balance and stability were much better. I need to practice a little more before I can move on to the advanced move. I tried through out to focus on breathing and staying loose and centered. Felt good.
I had to do the Splits and Flow in the evening so today, was back to normal for the mid-week recovery. Splits were good. Knee felt okay so I was happy. I got back to the mark and pushed passed it early on. The Flow was good and smooth.
In the end, I only burned about 200kcals in the morning, but the recovery was necessary.
Tuesday, October 4, 2016
10-04-16 HY: Body Beast - Build: Back & Bis + RevAbs - Mercy Abs + Splits + TCF.
10-04-16 HY: Body Beast - Build: Back & Bis + RevAbs - Mercy Abs + Splits + TCF.
Again, got home a little late so had to get to it quick. But was unable to because my wife was feeling a little tired, so I took some time to be with her. But once I got started, it was GO GO GO!!!
Today ends the Build Phase, so I'm going to be starting the Bulk Phase the next time I do a resistance routine, probably Friday. So today, I wanted to go out strong. I feel I did well, I made some gains on a few moves, but I was basically stable on what I did back on Sept. 23 about a week and a half ago. The first half of the routine is Back, and I pretty much stayed right where I was with regard to weights and reps. Even the last set of the Pull Ups was again, a 7-3 split to 10 reps. The big difference is that I was able to keep up with Sagi and not take too many extra "I'm dying" breaks. I still had to take a few breaks because of plate changes on my dumbbells. I didn't feel as worn out as I did on the 23rd. Also, no dizziness or lightheadedness. The Giant Set was good, no changes. But the Chin Ups were a little better. First set was a straight 12 reps with no break. The second set was a little better splits, 6-2 as opposed to 5-2-1 last time. But the last set was again, 3-2-1. And I barely got up on the last rep. Total burn out. The next three Single Sets for the Biceps were all the same, except for the second set on the curls. I just went up from 7.5kgs to 8.75kgs. On the last Single Set of Curls, I had to use some body movement to get the dumbbells up or I wouldn't have been able to get them all the way up. The very last Single Set, I made some gains. Raising the two set total to 22reps each. On the second set, the last few reps, I could barely get my chest off the ground and my hand had to slide some above my head. I was just so burned out. But I powered through to the end. My Back and Biceps were feeling the burn and Pump.
I moved right into Abs and stuck with Mercy Abs. Today was still really tough. I seem to have very little endurance in my core. I can power through a quick set, but the slow long moves just burn out my core really quickly. I also added that extra In and Out in the first round again. More burn for my buck.
Splits were good. Legs are still tight, but I was able to feel the opening up of my hip flexors, and I was able to get to the low mark a little earlier than yesterday. Flow was also smoother than yesterday, no hiccups.
In the end, I torched 1062kcals. Got to keep it going.
One thing I'm doing this week/month is a personal challenge. No Sweet Snacks or sugary snacks at all. Since going to the USA and snacking on some extremely delicious stuff, I sort of have been bad here, snacking of some bad stuff, like M&M's, and Reese's Peanut Butter Cups, MY FAVORITE!! But I felt heavy after ingesting them every time. So I am challenging myself to break the temptation and not have them at all for, to start with, one week. If I survive that, I'll extend it weekly until I can do a whole month. Wish me luck!
Again, got home a little late so had to get to it quick. But was unable to because my wife was feeling a little tired, so I took some time to be with her. But once I got started, it was GO GO GO!!!
Today ends the Build Phase, so I'm going to be starting the Bulk Phase the next time I do a resistance routine, probably Friday. So today, I wanted to go out strong. I feel I did well, I made some gains on a few moves, but I was basically stable on what I did back on Sept. 23 about a week and a half ago. The first half of the routine is Back, and I pretty much stayed right where I was with regard to weights and reps. Even the last set of the Pull Ups was again, a 7-3 split to 10 reps. The big difference is that I was able to keep up with Sagi and not take too many extra "I'm dying" breaks. I still had to take a few breaks because of plate changes on my dumbbells. I didn't feel as worn out as I did on the 23rd. Also, no dizziness or lightheadedness. The Giant Set was good, no changes. But the Chin Ups were a little better. First set was a straight 12 reps with no break. The second set was a little better splits, 6-2 as opposed to 5-2-1 last time. But the last set was again, 3-2-1. And I barely got up on the last rep. Total burn out. The next three Single Sets for the Biceps were all the same, except for the second set on the curls. I just went up from 7.5kgs to 8.75kgs. On the last Single Set of Curls, I had to use some body movement to get the dumbbells up or I wouldn't have been able to get them all the way up. The very last Single Set, I made some gains. Raising the two set total to 22reps each. On the second set, the last few reps, I could barely get my chest off the ground and my hand had to slide some above my head. I was just so burned out. But I powered through to the end. My Back and Biceps were feeling the burn and Pump.
I moved right into Abs and stuck with Mercy Abs. Today was still really tough. I seem to have very little endurance in my core. I can power through a quick set, but the slow long moves just burn out my core really quickly. I also added that extra In and Out in the first round again. More burn for my buck.
Splits were good. Legs are still tight, but I was able to feel the opening up of my hip flexors, and I was able to get to the low mark a little earlier than yesterday. Flow was also smoother than yesterday, no hiccups.
In the end, I torched 1062kcals. Got to keep it going.
One thing I'm doing this week/month is a personal challenge. No Sweet Snacks or sugary snacks at all. Since going to the USA and snacking on some extremely delicious stuff, I sort of have been bad here, snacking of some bad stuff, like M&M's, and Reese's Peanut Butter Cups, MY FAVORITE!! But I felt heavy after ingesting them every time. So I am challenging myself to break the temptation and not have them at all for, to start with, one week. If I survive that, I'll extend it weekly until I can do a whole month. Wish me luck!
10-03-16 HY: Tennis + Splits + TCF.
10-03-16 HY: Tennis + Splits + TCF.
Tennis day is back and I was wondering how I would do because last week, I also did Build: Legs on Sunday and I was extremely sore while playing tennis the next day. Today, was a lot better than last week. I didn't feel as sore or as tight. I was able to move a lot better and faster. But I was feeling a bit over-confident and I pushed off for a shot about half way in and I felt a little pull in my calf. Nothing big, but it was enough to make me cautious and let some balls go. The gym was still really humid, but luckily a little less hot. Probably because it was cloudy today because another typhoon is approaching. Overall, the level of play was better than last week. But there were still a lot more missed hits and frame shots, so I'm still about a month away from feel really comfortable on the court. All of that not withstanding, it was a ton of fun, being able to hit out and occasionally crush a ball for a winner.
Splits and Flow came in the evening, and I was able to add a little time to the moves. I tightened up some so getting back to the mark took a little longer. That is why I took a little extra time on the earlier moves, so I could get more time in the stretch. The Flow was choice! Clean and smooth.
In the end, I torched 1000+kcals during the tennis. Good to top a grand again for tennis.
Also, I was unable to post my August calendar so I'm going to post both August and September below. The huge white space of inactivity in September was the time I just returned from the USA and I was not in a condition to move. Bouts of vertigo and nausea due to jet lag and probably sleep deprivation. That is not happening again. I'm back on track!
Tennis day is back and I was wondering how I would do because last week, I also did Build: Legs on Sunday and I was extremely sore while playing tennis the next day. Today, was a lot better than last week. I didn't feel as sore or as tight. I was able to move a lot better and faster. But I was feeling a bit over-confident and I pushed off for a shot about half way in and I felt a little pull in my calf. Nothing big, but it was enough to make me cautious and let some balls go. The gym was still really humid, but luckily a little less hot. Probably because it was cloudy today because another typhoon is approaching. Overall, the level of play was better than last week. But there were still a lot more missed hits and frame shots, so I'm still about a month away from feel really comfortable on the court. All of that not withstanding, it was a ton of fun, being able to hit out and occasionally crush a ball for a winner.
Splits and Flow came in the evening, and I was able to add a little time to the moves. I tightened up some so getting back to the mark took a little longer. That is why I took a little extra time on the earlier moves, so I could get more time in the stretch. The Flow was choice! Clean and smooth.
In the end, I torched 1000+kcals during the tennis. Good to top a grand again for tennis.
Also, I was unable to post my August calendar so I'm going to post both August and September below. The huge white space of inactivity in September was the time I just returned from the USA and I was not in a condition to move. Bouts of vertigo and nausea due to jet lag and probably sleep deprivation. That is not happening again. I'm back on track!
Monday, October 3, 2016
10-02-16 HY: Yard Work + Body Beast - Build: Legs + RevAbs - Mercy Abs + Splits + TCF.
10-02-16 HY: Yard Work + Body Beast - Build: Legs + RevAbs - Mercy Abs + Splits + TCF.
It has been about a month since I did my yard last and it has been raining and sunny creating the perfect conditions for growth. My yard was like a jungle so it had to be done and done short today because another typhoon is on the way. With all that rain and then the sunny days that will follow, it will grow like crazy again. So, like last time, I took the time to do it short which means a double cut with a "sweep-rake-bag" in between. Luckily it wasn't TOO hot, but it was hot enough. But I was able to finish in just over two hours. I was wasted afterwards. There was no idea of letting that be my workout for the day, I knew I had Legs coming up so I rested up.
Since I have tennis tomorrow, I seriously thought about doing another routine, but eventually decided to stick with the schedule and do Legs. I didn't change anything except for one move's weights. And that was by accident on the first set, then by design on the second. Through the first Single Set, the next Super Set, and the third Giant Set, everything went well. The biggest development is that I didn't feel as though my legs were going to cramp after the Super Set. They felt strong and stable, no cramping up. I was very happy about that. In the final Giant Set, I picked up the pace on the Calf Raises and upped my set rep count to 55reps on both sets. The one move that I went up in weight was the next move, the Seated Calf Raises. I accidentally kept a 1.25kg plate on the dumbbell so that is how much I went up on both sets. Again, the ab move, "In and Outs", was a good warm up for the next routine. Great routine and awesome burn.
I went right into Abs. I was debating on whether or not to move up to Extreme Abs with Chalene, but I decided to do this week with Brett and do the Mercy Abs routine. Even though there aren't as many reps or move, it is just as, if not more, intense than the other of my ab routines. I always burnout right at the end, and today was no different. I really tried to control the reps and not just swing up. Tried to really engage my abs more. Also, in the first round, I added a set of 15 In and Outs so all the rounds would be made up of three moves. I could really feel the difference one set can make. Abs were on FIRE!!!
I was a little worried about my knee as I started my Splits training, and I had already decided that I would stop if my knee felt any discomfort and do a different set of stretches, but there was nothing odd. The knee felt fine and so I did a full and regular routine. Pushed back to my lowest point. What is up with my tight hammies? Flow was good, I did have one hiccup in the second Flow when I blanked out and forgot the next move in the the Flow. So I just reset and it went smoothly from there. Busy day, but got a lot done!
In the end, I torched a total of close to 1700kcals. Great way to start my week.
It has been about a month since I did my yard last and it has been raining and sunny creating the perfect conditions for growth. My yard was like a jungle so it had to be done and done short today because another typhoon is on the way. With all that rain and then the sunny days that will follow, it will grow like crazy again. So, like last time, I took the time to do it short which means a double cut with a "sweep-rake-bag" in between. Luckily it wasn't TOO hot, but it was hot enough. But I was able to finish in just over two hours. I was wasted afterwards. There was no idea of letting that be my workout for the day, I knew I had Legs coming up so I rested up.
Since I have tennis tomorrow, I seriously thought about doing another routine, but eventually decided to stick with the schedule and do Legs. I didn't change anything except for one move's weights. And that was by accident on the first set, then by design on the second. Through the first Single Set, the next Super Set, and the third Giant Set, everything went well. The biggest development is that I didn't feel as though my legs were going to cramp after the Super Set. They felt strong and stable, no cramping up. I was very happy about that. In the final Giant Set, I picked up the pace on the Calf Raises and upped my set rep count to 55reps on both sets. The one move that I went up in weight was the next move, the Seated Calf Raises. I accidentally kept a 1.25kg plate on the dumbbell so that is how much I went up on both sets. Again, the ab move, "In and Outs", was a good warm up for the next routine. Great routine and awesome burn.
I went right into Abs. I was debating on whether or not to move up to Extreme Abs with Chalene, but I decided to do this week with Brett and do the Mercy Abs routine. Even though there aren't as many reps or move, it is just as, if not more, intense than the other of my ab routines. I always burnout right at the end, and today was no different. I really tried to control the reps and not just swing up. Tried to really engage my abs more. Also, in the first round, I added a set of 15 In and Outs so all the rounds would be made up of three moves. I could really feel the difference one set can make. Abs were on FIRE!!!
I was a little worried about my knee as I started my Splits training, and I had already decided that I would stop if my knee felt any discomfort and do a different set of stretches, but there was nothing odd. The knee felt fine and so I did a full and regular routine. Pushed back to my lowest point. What is up with my tight hammies? Flow was good, I did have one hiccup in the second Flow when I blanked out and forgot the next move in the the Flow. So I just reset and it went smoothly from there. Busy day, but got a lot done!
In the end, I torched a total of close to 1700kcals. Great way to start my week.
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