Friday, July 16, 2010
Gone to the Crossfit Games!
Here to support my trainer and box. Totally amp'd! You can watch weekend festivities here http://games2010.crossfit.com/ yep, using an app on my phone to blog... addicted!
Thursday, July 15, 2010
Happy 25th Birthday
Gary is known around the box for he has been there since its early stages and is an overall cool guy. I didn't know how young he was though. Anyway, I'm impressed by his technical abilities and have see the transformation his body has taken from old pics. It's inspiring. Wish I was that motivated in my early 20s.. but anyway, that's life =)
He made a workout of all his favorite moves. I like the list and it's a tough one. You mos def feel your core being attacked. Introducing Gary's Birthday Workout... 5 rounds for time at RX 185#M, 135#F
He made a workout of all his favorite moves. I like the list and it's a tough one. You mos def feel your core being attacked. Introducing Gary's Birthday Workout... 5 rounds for time at RX 185#M, 135#F
- 200 meter run
- 3 muscle ups
- 5 dead lifts
- 3 power cleans
- 2 jerks
WORD!
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Team Work
Today was about team work. We practiced the double under and worked on the Sumo Deadlift... 1-1-1-1-1 style. Think I did 235lb.
The Partner Workout was to do 250 Kettlebell Swings (of 1 or 1.5 pood). 1 partner runs 200 meters while the other perform's Kettlebell Swings. The goal here is to work hard as a team, both of the teammates working there butts off for each other. There is a penalty for dropping the kettlebell unless while switching. The penalty will be 1 burpee for both teammates. Luckily we didn't fail and was able to finish it in 13min. I moved to 1 pood around 150.
The Partner Workout was to do 250 Kettlebell Swings (of 1 or 1.5 pood). 1 partner runs 200 meters while the other perform's Kettlebell Swings. The goal here is to work hard as a team, both of the teammates working there butts off for each other. There is a penalty for dropping the kettlebell unless while switching. The penalty will be 1 burpee for both teammates. Luckily we didn't fail and was able to finish it in 13min. I moved to 1 pood around 150.
Monday, July 12, 2010
My Foot Was Twitching
While driving home from CF this evening, my right foot kept twitching. It's funny because it was like a fish out of water.. just flopping around whenever I stopped accelerating. This was due to the workout today.
We did a lot of squat work today. You know, the stuff that built my massive sexy thighs (that don't really exist). We worked on the Back Squat.. doing sets of 15-12-10-8. I started off with 95lbs and then 115 for the last three sets. It was hard for me to get out of from below the parallel.. but getting better.
The WOD was 100 Thrusters at 95lbs... which is a movement that involves the front squat and then pressing the bar up over your head (video link). It's a cool movement, hitting the whole body, yet pretty taxing over time. Each time you get a minute marker, you have to stop and do 2 burpees and then get back on the Thrusters.
I was able to get in 15 thrusters at the recommended weight until I felt I was really slowing down. I threw off 20lbs and continued. Then I got to 60 and thru off the remaining weight to leave me with just the bar (45lbs). Took me 13 minutes total. I looked like I had just walked out the shower, drenched in sweat (gonna have to take a pic one day).
Another cool thing about CF... GO HEAVY, but over time, you can SCALE it as you need. The purpose is to just keep going, giving it your all. Once the workout was over, it looked like someone had come into the room and took everyone out... people were on the ground sucking in their last breath (sorry if the visual was too.. umm, you know). Peace!
Saturday, July 10, 2010
29 Years Old
Wow, just added another year to the age count. Seems like my 28th was just yesterday. I think this year is really really going to suck because it's about time for that big Three Ooooo. I'm going to wake up tomorrow reflecting on my past 30 years before I know it. Anyway, guess that is the way of life.
The warm-up was jog 800m and the workout was .... "Frank for 29". For 29 minutes, you have to complete as many rounds possible of:
I do have one good thing out of all of this... I might be in the best shape of my life. Yeah, just took me 29 years to get there.. but that was the game plan from Day 1 =) What better way to bring in another year but by doing what I love... Crossfit! (don't forget this is a CF blog!) I made up my own workout and took it outside in the beautiful 83 degree weather, sun shining, yet cool breeze.
The warm-up was jog 800m and the workout was .... "Frank for 29". For 29 minutes, you have to complete as many rounds possible of:
- 10- 10yd Suicides (touch line)
- 10- Squat Jumps with Overhead Claps
- 10- Push-ups
- 10- Mountain Climbers (5 each leg)
- 10- Sit-ups (hands touch toes and then ground when on back)
- 10- Ring Dips
The Goal is 7 (for July) and the ten reps represent the 10th. Also, there is 6 different techniques for the 6 months of CF. I was able to complete 6 rounds, with Dips and Squat Jumps being the killers. Hopefully next year, I'll get my 7 in... within 30 min =)
Friday, July 9, 2010
Killer Workout!
Today was a killer workout. Since I'm pressed for time, here's a quick dump of info.
Technique: Muscle Up
I'm good at these now, and can even do several dips once in the air. Rarely do this one these days so just doing the general CF stuff is keeping me strong enough to do it... also it helps to be light for I find myself throwing my body way up in the air.
WOD: Complete 4 rounds for time of
Aight, Deuces!
Technique: Muscle Up
I'm good at these now, and can even do several dips once in the air. Rarely do this one these days so just doing the general CF stuff is keeping me strong enough to do it... also it helps to be light for I find myself throwing my body way up in the air.
WOD: Complete 4 rounds for time of
- Run 800 meters
- 25 Hip Extensions
- 10 Burpees
- 5 Deadlift's @ 225#'s (I did 185)
Aight, Deuces!
Thursday, July 8, 2010
Richards Brothers are in the headlines!
Well, not that serious, but good, funny way of ending the day. Thursdays suck! The 2010 Crossfit Games will be there, Carson, CA at the Home Depot Center, middle of July. This is gonna be REAL!
See my brother and I at this link here
See my brother and I at this link here
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
First Day of Class
Tonight was the first day of the Olympic Lifting Class offered at the box. It was very informative and one of the best ways to understand technique and the importance of it. I took a lot from the class so I need to record it to come back and reference it get better over time.
Skill: Snatch Balance
While standing with bar along your back, drop down into a squat under the bar while extending your arms. Then stand up, out of the squat with weight high above you.
Goals to focus on 1.) do not throw the weight up to get under... just kind of 'unload it / pop it' to get under 2.) Your squat should end at the same time you fully extend your arms and shoulders locked up/out 3.) Sit in heals with back straight and head facing forward and BALANCE/CONTROL!!!!
Experience:
Do 7 sets of 3 reps each. I found myself starting at 45lbs and getting to 70lbs. The first of each 3 reps was always the hardest, trying to keep my balance in the squat and driving up. I found myself doing well when I focused on 'getting rough' with the bar and pop under quickly yet in control.
Skill: Snatch Balance
While standing with bar along your back, drop down into a squat under the bar while extending your arms. Then stand up, out of the squat with weight high above you.
Goals to focus on 1.) do not throw the weight up to get under... just kind of 'unload it / pop it' to get under 2.) Your squat should end at the same time you fully extend your arms and shoulders locked up/out 3.) Sit in heals with back straight and head facing forward and BALANCE/CONTROL!!!!
Experience:
Do 7 sets of 3 reps each. I found myself starting at 45lbs and getting to 70lbs. The first of each 3 reps was always the hardest, trying to keep my balance in the squat and driving up. I found myself doing well when I focused on 'getting rough' with the bar and pop under quickly yet in control.
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
Birthday Workouts
Jason allows us to create our own birthday workout for people to do on their special day. Today, we did one of our other trainer's Bday workout, Karo. Bet you have no idea how old he is turning =) It's a cool workout, focusing on the Crossfit fundamentals. It's most definitely a challenging one.
"The basic 25"... perform 25 reps of each exercise..
Time to start planning my birthday workout.... (lol at this... umm.. very colorful assortment of cupcakes)
"The basic 25"... perform 25 reps of each exercise..
- Back squat
- Front Squat
- Overhead Squat
- Shoulder Press
- Push Press
- Push Jerk
- Dead lift
- Full Squat Clean
- Snatch
Time to start planning my birthday workout.... (lol at this... umm.. very colorful assortment of cupcakes)
Sunday, July 4, 2010
Brother Vs Brother (VIDEO)
2000 Miles Apart... the distance that separates two brothers... so far away from each other, yet so close due to Crossfit. We threw down in SoCal to battle it out... the pic says it all, and the video is proof.. NEXT!
But yes, this is my blog and I am bias, lol. My brother did get me on other things, like shoulder pressing and push pressing more weight, more quickly then me... 1:30 to 1:51... this video evidence was conveniently not available =)
We spent the day hanging out in the park, doing random CF techniques with 20lb sticks and 45-60lb logs. People looked at us crazy, but we were just having fun, sharing what each has learned over the past 6 months. I'm so thankful that we are able to connect on something like this, bettering our lives, and even our families.. well, his, since he has kids, lol.
I'll bring back to the bay this log.. so if you happen to see a random piece of wood in my apt, this is the story behind it.
Thursday, July 1, 2010
Day of Olympic Lifting
Today, we did a lot of Olympic Lifting type workouts. Pretty hardcore.
I found my 1 Rep Max Clean (full clean), which was 135. I get light headed after doing it, so it's a bit scary.
The WOD was perform as many rounds possible in 3 minutes of:
5 deadlifts @ 95#'s
4 Hang Power clean @ 95#'s
3 Push Press @ 95#'s
Rest 1 minute and repeat for a total of 4 rounds.
Goal is to never put the weight down. I got 3, 3, 2.5, and 2.5. I could only get my first complete rounds of each set without putting the weight down. 4 or 5 rounds in one round is considered good, so got a way to go.
I found my 1 Rep Max Clean (full clean), which was 135. I get light headed after doing it, so it's a bit scary.
The WOD was perform as many rounds possible in 3 minutes of:
5 deadlifts @ 95#'s
4 Hang Power clean @ 95#'s
3 Push Press @ 95#'s
Rest 1 minute and repeat for a total of 4 rounds.
Goal is to never put the weight down. I got 3, 3, 2.5, and 2.5. I could only get my first complete rounds of each set without putting the weight down. 4 or 5 rounds in one round is considered good, so got a way to go.
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Chocolate on my Shoes
Not sure where it came from, but after looking at the pic from my previous post, it could have come from anywhere. AND YES, I KNOW ITS CHOCOLATE! I licked it, lol... j/k.
Anyway, I've been away from CF for a week to help celebrate the wedding of two amazing people, Darryl and Erica. It most definitely was the wedding of the century. Sucks, because if my day ever comes, I can't imagine it being that much fun with soooo much family. Maybe I can get them to host and DJ mine =)
While in Charlotte, I was hoping to hit up the Ultimate Crossfit box to stay in shape but had too much fun and was always on the go. I was in contact with the owner and the good thing about being in the CF cult is that you can mostly attend any box without any fees... assuming it's for only a few days =) Maybe next time.
So, the WOD was great for me. It's a "buttock" kicker, one that many fear. I welcomed it with open arms because I needed! It's called the "The Filthy Fifty"
Well, that's it for now. Time to go see if there is chocolate anywhere else.
Anyway, I've been away from CF for a week to help celebrate the wedding of two amazing people, Darryl and Erica. It most definitely was the wedding of the century. Sucks, because if my day ever comes, I can't imagine it being that much fun with soooo much family. Maybe I can get them to host and DJ mine =)
While in Charlotte, I was hoping to hit up the Ultimate Crossfit box to stay in shape but had too much fun and was always on the go. I was in contact with the owner and the good thing about being in the CF cult is that you can mostly attend any box without any fees... assuming it's for only a few days =) Maybe next time.
So, the WOD was great for me. It's a "buttock" kicker, one that many fear. I welcomed it with open arms because I needed! It's called the "The Filthy Fifty"
- 50 Box jump, 24 inch box
- 50 Jumping pull-ups
- 50 Kettlebell swings, 1 pood
- Walking Lunge, 50 steps
- 50 Knees to elbows
- 50 Push press, 45 pounds
- 50 Back extensions
- 50 Wall ball shots, 20 pound ball
- 50 Double unders
- 50 Burpees
Well, that's it for now. Time to go see if there is chocolate anywhere else.
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Quickie!
Quickies are just as powerful when the Intensity is High!
After a long day at work, and what may look to be a long night and hard week for me, I needed an escape from the Thinkpad.
7:45pm
8:15pm
After a long day at work, and what may look to be a long night and hard week for me, I needed an escape from the Thinkpad.
7:45pm
- I turn from my laptop reaching for my mp3 player, headphones, and threw on my sneakers and wife-beater.
- As I make it to the door, I decide to grab my jump rope to work on DUs.
- Out the door, literally running down the steps and out my complex gate towards the park
- Passed the park cause I didn't have a clue of what I was going to do so continued to a school
- Arrived to the school after my half mile run from home and got to work
- Attempt 10 DUs
- 10 Push-ups (varying incline, decline, or regular)
- 2- 40 yrd Runs (varying sprints, side shuffles, or suicides)
- 15 Lung Steps (or air squats/jumps)
8:15pm
- Back in the door, sweating like a pig with my heart rate up pretty high
Monday, June 21, 2010
I'm not your average guy...
And if you know me, this is true =) No disrespect to my Homies, but ya'll know what I mean.
Anyway, today I set a PERSONAL RECORD. (applause... Thx u, Thx u). I found my 1 MAX REP in the Deadlift. It's been an awesome journey, one I'm really excited about because before CF, I hated doing any type of lifts, therefore didn't do any.
What impresses me the most about this PR is the fact I didn't really do anything to prepare for it. Kind of like working, but not doing anything... yet still getting paid... with a bonus =) (don't want to hear any jokes, lol) Only deadlifts I've been doing is at very low weight (85 to 135lbs) during our high rep workouts.
My first week at CF, I did 135lb. No where close to my bodyweight. After a month of getting better with the technique, I was able to do 185 unofficially... and then 255 unofficial a month later. Why do I say 'unofficial'? Because I did it on my own at 24 Fitness, no one to watch and critique me.. having the possibility of hurting myself. Not good at all!
So, I got my official 275!.. weighting in at a massive 150lbs, lol. What does this mean? Well, according to this chart below, the AVERAGE guy (Un-trained) is one who's not trained on an exercise but CAN perform it correctly. The next person, the Novice, is one who has been training regularly for a period of 3-9 months. Then there is the Intermediate guy.. one who has engaged in regular training for up to two years. For info on the other people, check this link out. So, my training is considered Novice (5.5 months of CF), buy my output says Intermediate.
Oh, and for the WOD.. took me 15mins to complete this circuit. Lost a crap load of skin on my hands... and wasted a bunch of time on the DUs. Need to practice!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
5 Rounds for time of:
Anyway, today I set a PERSONAL RECORD. (applause... Thx u, Thx u). I found my 1 MAX REP in the Deadlift. It's been an awesome journey, one I'm really excited about because before CF, I hated doing any type of lifts, therefore didn't do any.
What impresses me the most about this PR is the fact I didn't really do anything to prepare for it. Kind of like working, but not doing anything... yet still getting paid... with a bonus =) (don't want to hear any jokes, lol) Only deadlifts I've been doing is at very low weight (85 to 135lbs) during our high rep workouts.
My first week at CF, I did 135lb. No where close to my bodyweight. After a month of getting better with the technique, I was able to do 185 unofficially... and then 255 unofficial a month later. Why do I say 'unofficial'? Because I did it on my own at 24 Fitness, no one to watch and critique me.. having the possibility of hurting myself. Not good at all!
So, I got my official 275!.. weighting in at a massive 150lbs, lol. What does this mean? Well, according to this chart below, the AVERAGE guy (Un-trained) is one who's not trained on an exercise but CAN perform it correctly. The next person, the Novice, is one who has been training regularly for a period of 3-9 months. Then there is the Intermediate guy.. one who has engaged in regular training for up to two years. For info on the other people, check this link out. So, my training is considered Novice (5.5 months of CF), buy my output says Intermediate.
Deadlift - Adult Men | |||||
| Body Weight | Un-trained | Novice | Intermediate | Advanced | Elite |
| 114 | 97 | 179 | 204 | 299 | 387 |
| 123 | 105 | 194 | 222 | 320 | 414 |
| 132 | 113 | 209 | 239 | 342 | 438 |
| 148 | 126 | 234 | 269 | 380 | 482 |
| 165 | 137 | 254 | 293 | 411 | 518 |
| 181 | 148 | 274 | 315 | 438 | 548 |
| 198 | 156 | 289 | 333 | 457 | 567 |
| 220 | 164 | 305 | 351 | 479 | 586 |
| 242 | 172 | 318 | 363 | 490 | 596 |
| 275 | 176 | 326 | 373 | 499 | 602 |
| 319 | 180 | 333 | 381 | 506 | 608 |
| 320+ | 183 | 340 | 388 | 512 | 617 |
So, next time you refer to me as not being your average guy, just call me an Intermediate Guy =) They'll know what you mean...
Oh, and for the WOD.. took me 15mins to complete this circuit. Lost a crap load of skin on my hands... and wasted a bunch of time on the DUs. Need to practice!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
5 Rounds for time of:
- 20 Double Unders
- 15 Pull Ups
- 10 1.5 pood KB Swings
Sunday, June 20, 2010
Picture Time!
Why do I go to Crossfit? To take pictures of course! We had an extremely large class today. See me?
Anyway, today's workout sucked for me because I hurt my Quads during the warm-up, lol. So, I didn't get to really push myself today at all =( Instead of sprinting 25 meters and walk back, repeating 10 times, I just jogged in circles slowly until everyone finished.
For the WOD, I tried to fight thru it and got in 10 rounds in 10 minutes of:
Anyway, today's workout sucked for me because I hurt my Quads during the warm-up, lol. So, I didn't get to really push myself today at all =( Instead of sprinting 25 meters and walk back, repeating 10 times, I just jogged in circles slowly until everyone finished.
For the WOD, I tried to fight thru it and got in 10 rounds in 10 minutes of:
- 15 Lunge Steps
- 12 Mountain Climbers
- 7 Push Ups
Thursday, June 17, 2010
Crossfit for Lunch
Have to admit, there isn't anything better then working out for lunch. Not only do you get a break from work, but you keep yourself from consuming something you'd be tempted to other wise. It shocks your body and gets your metabolism going for the rest of the day. If you have the resources at work, I encourage you to visit it. Moreover, talk your lunch buddies into joining you as well.
Today I tried to find my 1 Rep Max Back Squat and did my first sets of Bench Press since my days of 24 Fitness. As with anything, you won't increase your 1 Rep Max unless you continue to work on it, something I have been lacking and our Trainer is now forcing us to become better at and record. Good thing is I can only go up.
I found my MBS to be 155lbs. I found myself leaning forward on the way up, and I need to work on that because that's where the 'good stuff' is. If I keep it over and centered, I can increase the load.
Then I hit the Bench Press.. did two sets of 5 reps of 135. I could probably have done more, if I had help and assistance. What I can pull from this is that during my regular gym days, if I took a break, i would have struggled with a weight like that. So, I'm pretty happy.
The WOD was to try and complete as many rounds as possible in 10 minutes
I finished with 7 rounds. The push ups started to get hard after the third set. I did use a lot on the bench press I guess. Someone got in 9 rounds, but he's a badass.
Today I tried to find my 1 Rep Max Back Squat and did my first sets of Bench Press since my days of 24 Fitness. As with anything, you won't increase your 1 Rep Max unless you continue to work on it, something I have been lacking and our Trainer is now forcing us to become better at and record. Good thing is I can only go up.
I found my MBS to be 155lbs. I found myself leaning forward on the way up, and I need to work on that because that's where the 'good stuff' is. If I keep it over and centered, I can increase the load.
Then I hit the Bench Press.. did two sets of 5 reps of 135. I could probably have done more, if I had help and assistance. What I can pull from this is that during my regular gym days, if I took a break, i would have struggled with a weight like that. So, I'm pretty happy.
The WOD was to try and complete as many rounds as possible in 10 minutes
- 10 Jumping Pull Ups (wrist at the height of the bar)
- 15 Push Ups
- 20 Box Jumps 20"
I finished with 7 rounds. The push ups started to get hard after the third set. I did use a lot on the bench press I guess. Someone got in 9 rounds, but he's a badass.
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
Pain... the Crossfit High
That's what one of the trainers said today that kind of stood out. Guess it goes along with.. "no pain, no gain."
The technique of the day was the Snatch. It's a pretty cool way of getting a heavy object quickly off the ground and into the air. We had to perform 1 Hang Power Snatch (stance start) and one Full Snatch (squat start) every minute for 10 minutes at a moderate load. I did 75lbs and saw my technique getting better after each try.
The WOD was a quick 10min burner. I had to complete 4 Rounds of 25 Sumo Deadlift High Pulls @ 95lbs and then 25 full Sit Ups. Since I can't handle that, I scaled down to 85lb for the first 2 rounds and then 65lbs to make sure I finished in the allowed time. Purpose was to keep moving and don't stop too long. Rest two seconds and get back on it. This is what makes CF places cool. You can grunt and cuss to get the weight up and then just drop it if you want. You don't have to control it down like you would in a regular gym and get kicked out if you slip up.
The technique of the day was the Snatch. It's a pretty cool way of getting a heavy object quickly off the ground and into the air. We had to perform 1 Hang Power Snatch (stance start) and one Full Snatch (squat start) every minute for 10 minutes at a moderate load. I did 75lbs and saw my technique getting better after each try.
The WOD was a quick 10min burner. I had to complete 4 Rounds of 25 Sumo Deadlift High Pulls @ 95lbs and then 25 full Sit Ups. Since I can't handle that, I scaled down to 85lb for the first 2 rounds and then 65lbs to make sure I finished in the allowed time. Purpose was to keep moving and don't stop too long. Rest two seconds and get back on it. This is what makes CF places cool. You can grunt and cuss to get the weight up and then just drop it if you want. You don't have to control it down like you would in a regular gym and get kicked out if you slip up.
During the SDHPs, I kept arching my back every so often... which is a NO-NO! If I took my time and looked straight ahead and kept my chest out, I'd not only perform it properly, but easily. Remember that Frank!!!!
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
It's Official, my Trainer is CRAZY!
Today, I came to the lunch workout thinking it was a joke...
4- 50m tractor tire flips
2- 50m Prowler Pushes @ 95#'s
6- Stair assents (up and down is one)
8- 50 meter sprints
10- Shoulder Press @ 95#'s
20- Push Press @ 95#'s
30- Push Jerk's @ 95#'s
40- KB Swings 1.5 pood
50- Burpees
Well, it wasn't, and I spent about 30 minutes trying to finish the above. The Prowler kicked my a$$ and I had to drop the Push Jerks 20lbs. Also, I did 1 pood for KBs since the others were taken at the time. Glad I went today, for this was the ultimate body workout. Everything is puffy on me =)
4- 50m tractor tire flips
2- 50m Prowler Pushes @ 95#'s
6- Stair assents (up and down is one)
8- 50 meter sprints
10- Shoulder Press @ 95#'s
20- Push Press @ 95#'s
30- Push Jerk's @ 95#'s
40- KB Swings 1.5 pood
50- Burpees
Well, it wasn't, and I spent about 30 minutes trying to finish the above. The Prowler kicked my a$$ and I had to drop the Push Jerks 20lbs. Also, I did 1 pood for KBs since the others were taken at the time. Glad I went today, for this was the ultimate body workout. Everything is puffy on me =)
Monday, June 14, 2010
Wonderful Weekend!
Man, I keep reflecting on the wonderful weekend I had. Fun, Sun, Swirls, and More!
Friday- I finally attempted to do Angie. It was a serious workout I did on my own in my neighborhood park. I decided to time myself by recording me. Well, as you can see, no video. Not sure what happened but as I look back at the recordings, I seem to have gotten my ON/STOP recording mixed up, lol. I recorded things I didn't mean to, and vice versa. I'm assuming my time was low 20 minutes. Pull-ups/Push-ups started killing me after the 50s. But can't move on to next item until you finish. Still feel the pain in the bends of my arms today ;(
Saturday- I hit the high school track hoping to do four 400m dashes around it. Yeah, um, easier said then done. Just cause I can run hella long distances doesn't mean I can run quickly and powerful around the track. Think my best time was about 70 to 80s. Records are in the mid 40s. This too was another time where I forgot to set my watch (no need, lol). Also, I could only really do one, and then just did a 200 and a couple 100s and called it a day. It was hot too!
Saturday PM- Next, I hit the pool with the ladies and did some tanning, lol. Yeah, sounds weird but was fun. Good times! I'm trying to correct my Big Sur marathon tan line. Finished the night with Swirls.
Sunday- Took a quick hike in Big Basin and then laid on a Santa Cruz beach and got my tan on again. It wasn't as warm as the day before, but could still feel the tanning oil do its thing every so often. I'm going to be a pro =) Also, ate food at two great spots in SC.
Monday- I don't know what's in store, but after spending the weekend swimming and going to the beach, I can't wait to go outside after work. Stay tuned.
Friday- I finally attempted to do Angie. It was a serious workout I did on my own in my neighborhood park. I decided to time myself by recording me. Well, as you can see, no video. Not sure what happened but as I look back at the recordings, I seem to have gotten my ON/STOP recording mixed up, lol. I recorded things I didn't mean to, and vice versa. I'm assuming my time was low 20 minutes. Pull-ups/Push-ups started killing me after the 50s. But can't move on to next item until you finish. Still feel the pain in the bends of my arms today ;(
- 100 Pull-ups
- 100 Push-ups
- 100 Sit-ups
- 100 Squats
Saturday- I hit the high school track hoping to do four 400m dashes around it. Yeah, um, easier said then done. Just cause I can run hella long distances doesn't mean I can run quickly and powerful around the track. Think my best time was about 70 to 80s. Records are in the mid 40s. This too was another time where I forgot to set my watch (no need, lol). Also, I could only really do one, and then just did a 200 and a couple 100s and called it a day. It was hot too!
Saturday PM- Next, I hit the pool with the ladies and did some tanning, lol. Yeah, sounds weird but was fun. Good times! I'm trying to correct my Big Sur marathon tan line. Finished the night with Swirls.
Sunday- Took a quick hike in Big Basin and then laid on a Santa Cruz beach and got my tan on again. It wasn't as warm as the day before, but could still feel the tanning oil do its thing every so often. I'm going to be a pro =) Also, ate food at two great spots in SC.
Monday- I don't know what's in store, but after spending the weekend swimming and going to the beach, I can't wait to go outside after work. Stay tuned.
Thursday, June 10, 2010
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