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Owen's accountability thread
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Did 15 minute on treadmill at 3.2 MPH, then one weight circuit, then 15 minutes on a bike to cool down. On the hydromassage table now- who ever invented this needs the Nobel Peace Prize. Overall, for a first time, I am happy.
That's impressive. Congrats and well done!
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Just 20 minute on the elliptical tonight. I strained my back at work, but still wanted to do something
Way to stay at it Owen.
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Thanks- I plan on cardio 5 times a week, and weights 3. I did get on the hydromassage chair before the elliptical, though. It helped ease things up a bit.
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The great thing about hitting the gym at 2330 is that you can do what you want. The 30 minute workout is 10 weight stations plus 10 step stations. My legs are strong, plus I work them out on the treadmill before and bike after weight training. I did 20 minutes on the treadmill, then went through the weight portion of the circuit twice. My back was starting to feel soar, so I called it good and hit the hydromassage chair. I am actually enjoying this.
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My back has been feeling bad all day. I may have pushed too hard- I have gotten excited about working out, which I haven't done in 20 something years. I am not yet used to the activity. So, I am taking the night off, and will do cardio and weights tomorrow night. I am not getting discouraged- it is a process that my body has to adjust to. Next week will be better, and the week after that will be even better. It is weird, though- I have felt energetic all day (except for the aching back). That may be psychological though.
Take it easy, Owen. It's very easy to go too hard at the start.
I use to do a lot of weights. After a long break from it, I started up keen as mustard. Well I pushed the weight up too soon and strained my shoulder, doing upright rowing and military press with free weights.
I should have kept the weight light, with high reps and not worried about what I use to lift to start with.
I use to do a lot of weights. After a long break from it, I started up keen as mustard. Well I pushed the weight up too soon and strained my shoulder, doing upright rowing and military press with free weights.
I should have kept the weight light, with high reps and not worried about what I use to lift to start with.
If your feeling beat up don't discount the benefits of just getting out for a walk, may not seem like you're doing much but its far more then doing nothing and every little bit is a step in the right direction.
dave
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During the first month you will be very sore, that's normal. Whenever I begin a new regiment I take Ibuprofen to get through the first few weeks of soreness.
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I know- I pulled my back at work a few days ago, and the pain isn't normal workout pain.
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Did 20 minutes on the treadmill to get my heart rate up, the 35 lifting weights. I took Saturday and Sunday off- it felt good getting back at it. The hydromassage prior to working out really helped.
Good man! The first step is recognizing the issues. Now you need to stick to your plan!
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Just finished five days of cardio, with 3 days of weights. Thank heavens it's Friday
Great job Owen!!
Now go and reward yourself with a slice of grapefruit pie!!
Now go and reward yourself with a slice of grapefruit pie!!
I was just about to send you a message to see how things were going. Keep up the great work! Great results happen from little choices each day.
Happy Shaving
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Actually, haven't had any bacon in a few weeks. Getting ready to have some with a couple eggs.
Thanks. I'm feeling a little sore, but my energy level seems to have gone up. I am having to push it faster and steeper on the treadmill to get my heart rate up. A bit of a difference from two weeks ago, when just looking at it did the trick
Actually, haven't had any bacon in a few weeks. Getting ready to have some with a couple eggs.
Thanks. I'm feeling a little sore, but my energy level seems to have gone up. I am having to push it faster and steeper on the treadmill to get my heart rate up. A bit of a difference from two weeks ago, when just looking at it did the trick
Awesome! I firmly believe that every time you make a decision, you are reinforcing a habit. Every day that you run, it gets harder NOT to run, and vice versa.
Keep up the great work, and lean on those close to you when you need help.
Happy Shaving
-Chris
US Army Veteran, Foxhole Shavers Club Member
