Early morning workouts are obviously the way to go for me. I do so much better on an empty stomach. Is that normal?
Treadmill: C25K, week 6/day 2 (again!)
- 5 min warmup
- 10 min run, 3 min recovery, 10 min run
- 5 min cooldown
- I think the key here for me was to slow my pace just a bit. I went for 5.4mph today instead of my usual 5.6 or so, and I made it through pretty easily. The first 10 mins was a piece of cake...the second 10 was tough, but I did it!
3 full sets strength training. I opted to skip my back extensions on the ball today because my back has been bugging me, but added in 3 sets of calf raises to make up for it.
Erg (rowing machine): I was heading for my cooldown on the recumbant bike, and as I walked by the rower I remembered that I'd been meaning to give it a go.
- 10 minutes (my hands were dying after 5 mins, but I pushed through)
I feel great!! So glad I finally dragged my ass out of bed and went at my usual early time. DBF is going to be away a lot over the next few months, so I really need to keep motivating myself and not use my not having to drive him to work as an excuse to sleep too long.
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i luv ya :) I have to try the rower, thanks for reminding me
ReplyDeleteWe don't have the rowers at my gym. :(
ReplyDeletei think it is normal to be at your best in the morning. i sure am.
ReplyDeletei love you too! :) Have a good day.
ReplyDeleteYou're doing so awesome with the C25K!!!
ReplyDeleteGreat job on getting up early and getting your workout done!!
ReplyDeleteI find that when I'm running for extended periods of time, it is really crucial to be mindful of my pace and not start out too fast.
YOu are a work out machine!! Way to go!
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