Wondering how everyone else is doing with chest-dips and push-ups. I am able to do 4 sets of 6 chest-dips and I really struggle to finish the last two reps which is good. Then, I do the push-ups and in order to do all 4 sets I can do only 8 of the 15 push-ups per set. I know I am getting a good workout since I am really feeling the burn on the push-ups when I finish a set. I just wanted to see if anyone else is experiencing the same or if someone out there is able to complete all 15 of the push-ups per set. I do everything sequentially so I am sure that the push-ups are harder after doing the chest-dips.
On another note, I am enjoying the new way we are doing our jumps. I am finding that in many cases I can go a full two minutes without the rope getting caught in my feet. This usually means somewhere around 275 jumps. When the rope gets caught and I have to start over I usually add a few additional seconds on to make up for the time I miss when the rope gets caught and I do have to start over.
Br,
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
Day 41 - Cont'd
I have noticed that over the past few weeks the weight has stabilized. Over the first month or so I lost about 13 pounds. Over the past two weeks the weight has stabilized around 164. I am guessing that this is muscle being put on to replace the fat that has been burned.
I am working hard and with the exception of the two days I was sick about three weeks ago, I have not missed a workout and I am following my diet very closely--in spite of my travel schedule. Is anyone else experiencing the same with the weight loss slowing down a bit?
Br,
Monday, May 23, 2011
Day 39
With the new leg exercises I am noticing more soreness in my thighs versus the level of soreness I felt from the leg exercises we had been doing. The pistol's actually seemed a bit easier tonight--relatively speaking. They are still vey tough but I was able to finish 4 sets of 5--not in perfect fashion but getting better. The goal is to have less of a reliance on the chair when coming up.
I was forced to do my jumps yesterday on my driveway without my exercise mat and unfortunately I broke the rope again. The tar is too rough and it cuts it in half. Luckily, I keep a spare rope so I was able to finish no problem. I will never jump again without my mat and I will not be purchasing the same rope again.
Diet is going fine. I have been home--no business travel--since last Tursday which helps. I also plan to be home until next Tuesday which again makes it easier. Even when I am on the road I am doing better. Again, when I have a problem finding what I need while on the road the good news is that I never eat something I should not which I think is key.
Hoping to post new pictures tomorrow. I am seeing pretty big changes. I had to go and buy new pants today and I have lost two inches around my waist which is pretty significant. I am also starting to get a lot of comments about the difference which is very apparent in my face, etc.
I was forced to do my jumps yesterday on my driveway without my exercise mat and unfortunately I broke the rope again. The tar is too rough and it cuts it in half. Luckily, I keep a spare rope so I was able to finish no problem. I will never jump again without my mat and I will not be purchasing the same rope again.
Diet is going fine. I have been home--no business travel--since last Tursday which helps. I also plan to be home until next Tuesday which again makes it easier. Even when I am on the road I am doing better. Again, when I have a problem finding what I need while on the road the good news is that I never eat something I should not which I think is key.
Hoping to post new pictures tomorrow. I am seeing pretty big changes. I had to go and buy new pants today and I have lost two inches around my waist which is pretty significant. I am also starting to get a lot of comments about the difference which is very apparent in my face, etc.
Friday, May 20, 2011
Day 36
The Pistol Squat was really difficult for my left leg--not so difficult for my right. Still doing my incline pull-ups using my dining room table. At this point, I can do 4 pull-ups using the bar I purchased for the door. Shooting for 5 soon!
In realize the protein is valuable but eating so many eggs is getting a bit long in the tooth. Oh well, if this is my biggest problem I am in pretty good shape.
Br,
In realize the protein is valuable but eating so many eggs is getting a bit long in the tooth. Oh well, if this is my biggest problem I am in pretty good shape.
Br,
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
Day 34 - Missing...
About 12 pounds of subcutaneous fat...no reward offered for it's return :)
I am actually starting to see new lines in my stomach and my shoulders. The stomach workouts are starting to show positive results and my tri and bi's are getting more tone. I am hoping to get some new pics up in the next few days to show this.
Patrick's note about fat answered many of the questions I was going to raise. I still have some fat hanging around on my stomach and now I know what it is and how we will get rid of it...I will not miss it!
I am on my way home from being on the west coast the past two days and I always find it more challenging to stay close to the diet when I am away. I never eat anything I shouldn't, however I am always concerned about getting the right amount of grams and with having to substitute certain things in based on a lack of availability in the airport. Unfortunately, I cannot take food into the airport past security which makes it difficult. In the end, I know I am not eating foods I shouldn't be which is a good thing.
On to week 6!
I am actually starting to see new lines in my stomach and my shoulders. The stomach workouts are starting to show positive results and my tri and bi's are getting more tone. I am hoping to get some new pics up in the next few days to show this.
Patrick's note about fat answered many of the questions I was going to raise. I still have some fat hanging around on my stomach and now I know what it is and how we will get rid of it...I will not miss it!
I am on my way home from being on the west coast the past two days and I always find it more challenging to stay close to the diet when I am away. I never eat anything I shouldn't, however I am always concerned about getting the right amount of grams and with having to substitute certain things in based on a lack of availability in the airport. Unfortunately, I cannot take food into the airport past security which makes it difficult. In the end, I know I am not eating foods I shouldn't be which is a good thing.
On to week 6!
Saturday, May 14, 2011
Indulgence Day
Chest Dips are not easy--which I am sure is by design. I did 3 the first rep, 2 the second, 2 then 1. Like the pull-ups, it will be satisfying as I can do more.
I like the abs work as I know the results will be worth it. Still not completing 100% of these but I am really burning when I finish.
I had my indulgence tonight. I hope I did not overdue it but I may have. I had three pieces of Pepporoni pizza and a veggie packed salad. My wife and I both had a glass of wine but after a few sips I lost interest. I was not really a drinker before this started so I am not really missing anything. Back to my fruit, egg, milk based dinner tomorrow night.
Everything else is going very well. I have adapted to doing all the exercises as requested--even the sit-ups. I was originally concerned with my neck but I have found that if I focus on doing them the right way they are okay.
I like the abs work as I know the results will be worth it. Still not completing 100% of these but I am really burning when I finish.
I had my indulgence tonight. I hope I did not overdue it but I may have. I had three pieces of Pepporoni pizza and a veggie packed salad. My wife and I both had a glass of wine but after a few sips I lost interest. I was not really a drinker before this started so I am not really missing anything. Back to my fruit, egg, milk based dinner tomorrow night.
Everything else is going very well. I have adapted to doing all the exercises as requested--even the sit-ups. I was originally concerned with my neck but I have found that if I focus on doing them the right way they are okay.
Friday, May 13, 2011
Day 29
I am up to 4 pull-ups! The last one was really hard and I barely finished it. I am also starting to notice that pants are really loose and this morning I realized that I have another belt that I cannot use. I need to get a belt hole device so that I do not have to go out and buy new ones :)
Thursday, May 12, 2011
Day 28 - Interesting Day
New speed jump rope broke in half after about 700 jumps this morning. Switched back to my beaded rope which I now never want to use again...if I do not have to. On the road in PA on business so I am working on finding a place to pick-up another rope.
Had my first PCP casualty...a belt. I went to put on dress pants this morning and they were pretty loose. I put a belt on and using the last hole the pants were still too loose. My hope is that I never have to use that belt again :)
On a train right now. Before getting on the train I had a chicken sandwich on Wheat which did not quite cover my gram requirements for all three nutrients. When I got on the train all they had was mixed nuts and being hungry I had some. About an hour later they served a salad with Arugula and tomatoes which I also ate since my fruit snack this afternoon is not possible.
I have a business dinner tonight and I am hoping the restaurant has options.
Had my first PCP casualty...a belt. I went to put on dress pants this morning and they were pretty loose. I put a belt on and using the last hole the pants were still too loose. My hope is that I never have to use that belt again :)
On a train right now. Before getting on the train I had a chicken sandwich on Wheat which did not quite cover my gram requirements for all three nutrients. When I got on the train all they had was mixed nuts and being hungry I had some. About an hour later they served a salad with Arugula and tomatoes which I also ate since my fruit snack this afternoon is not possible.
I have a business dinner tonight and I am hoping the restaurant has options.
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
Day 26
This is my second day with my new rope and it is so much better than my old one. I am now starting to learn new styles of jumping to mix it up a bit.
I like all the new exercises with the exception of the Creep. This seems to put a lot of stress on my knees. I will ask Patrick if there is an alternative. Otherwise, I will continue to do them and make sure I am doing them correctly.
Br,
I like all the new exercises with the exception of the Creep. This seems to put a lot of stress on my knees. I will ask Patrick if there is an alternative. Otherwise, I will continue to do them and make sure I am doing them correctly.
Br,
Monday, May 9, 2011
Day 25 - It's a brand new day!
On Saturday while I was sick, I finally received my new speed rope in the mail--what a HUGE difference! This rope was recommended to me by my friend Dottie who is also in the project so I owe her a major thank you!
This rope has a loop and calorie counter. I purchased it for the loop counter since I was having trouble keeping track of my loops as the numbers have gone higher. I was able to complete 1169 loops in a jump time of 11:35! This was also my most enjoyable jump session since starting the project. I realize now that the beaded rope I have been using required me to work harder and less efficient than necessary.
Since I have been sick the past two days I really needed a good start to today. Regardless of how I felt physically I think my mind was going to make sure this was a good session. I am feeling much better and I will slowly start working back towards my gram intake goals as long as my stomach can tolerate it.
I am heading out to complete my other exercises.
Much happier today!
This rope has a loop and calorie counter. I purchased it for the loop counter since I was having trouble keeping track of my loops as the numbers have gone higher. I was able to complete 1169 loops in a jump time of 11:35! This was also my most enjoyable jump session since starting the project. I realize now that the beaded rope I have been using required me to work harder and less efficient than necessary.
Since I have been sick the past two days I really needed a good start to today. Regardless of how I felt physically I think my mind was going to make sure this was a good session. I am feeling much better and I will slowly start working back towards my gram intake goals as long as my stomach can tolerate it.
I am heading out to complete my other exercises.
Much happier today!
Sunday, May 8, 2011
Day 24 - Still not good
I must have had a fever because I sweat out a lot of fluid last night and battled the chills. During the day today, I was still very achy and I still could not eat much other than crackers since everything is still coming out in a way it should not. I am drinking the right fluids trying to get hydrated. Slowly, I am feeling a bit better tonight but very tired since I have not slept well since our children have been sick also. I hope to be back in the routine with exercises starting tomorrow. By then I am hoping that I am rested and keeping food in.
Saturday, May 7, 2011
Day 23 - Not a good day...
My wife, daughter and son have all been hit with a very nasty stomach bug. Needless to say I am severly dehydrated and very achy because of all the fluid I have lost. My body is not ready to accept anything yet--ginger ale or unsalted crackers.
I will not be doing any exercises today. I am going to wait to see if I feel better tomorrow.
I will not be doing any exercises today. I am going to wait to see if I feel better tomorrow.
Friday, May 6, 2011
Pull-ups!
I was very surprised this morning when I was able to do 3 pull-ups! A week ago I was only able to do 1.
Pretty cool!
Pretty cool!
Thursday, May 5, 2011
Day 21
Yet another good day today! Subbing the jumping with the stationary bike yesterday was the best thing to do for my calf. I went back to jumping today and had no problems. Stretching and hydration is the key! After my jumping today, I was ready to do my other exercises but I quickly realized that on the last day of each week there are none!
Picked up fresh Halibut tonight for dinner. Sprayed a very small amount of Olive Oil on it to eliminate sticking and grilled it. I also put on some fresh cracked black pepper and lemon juice...very tasty! Added in some Broccoli, Green Beans, and whole wheat Pasta and my tummy was very happy!
Still have not received my new jump rope in the mail so I am still using the heavy beaded one. I think my jumps will go much faster once I get the new speed rope although the jumping is going very good otherwise. I hope the new one comes tomorrow.
Stay strong everyone!
Picked up fresh Halibut tonight for dinner. Sprayed a very small amount of Olive Oil on it to eliminate sticking and grilled it. I also put on some fresh cracked black pepper and lemon juice...very tasty! Added in some Broccoli, Green Beans, and whole wheat Pasta and my tummy was very happy!
Still have not received my new jump rope in the mail so I am still using the heavy beaded one. I think my jumps will go much faster once I get the new speed rope although the jumping is going very good otherwise. I hope the new one comes tomorrow.
Stay strong everyone!
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
Day 20 - Bike Day
After completing 804 of my 900 jumps yesterday my calf cramped up again. I stopped jumping and transitioned to the rest of my exercises which I had no problem completing. I have been stretching and drinking but I think it is just going to take a bit more time for my calf to calm down. I experienced cramps in both the Gastoc and Soleus within a few days of each other so I just need to give my calf a bit of a break.
Today, I decided to get on a stationary bike to give my calf a rest from jumping. I did 25 minutes of a mixture of flat riding and hills by modifying the resistance. I worked up a very good sweat, got my heart pumping and my legs burning. I then did all of my other exercises--no issues.
I picked up a portable food scale today for when I travel. It is small enough that I can put it into my briefcase. I also picked up another resistance band for some of the tougher exercises like Davinci and the Forward Shoulder Raise. I have been doing these all along but they have been extremely difficult with the tighter bands I now have three different levels of resistance bands and I think I am set.
I feel like I am falling into a groove with the diet. It helps that I have been home this week. I have been weighing as much as I can and I am getting better at eye balling. I have to say that cravings are almost non-existent which is a big deal for me. Tonight I had left over swordfish for dinner with whole grain pasta and a cut up tomato. I walked away from the table feeling good. I used to overeat at every meal and now I eat only what I need and I feel better.
Not that it matters but I have lost about 6 pounds since this started. I am now down to 171. Pants are starting to fit a bit better. If this continues however I am going to have to take things in or get new cloths.
All good stuff!
Today, I decided to get on a stationary bike to give my calf a rest from jumping. I did 25 minutes of a mixture of flat riding and hills by modifying the resistance. I worked up a very good sweat, got my heart pumping and my legs burning. I then did all of my other exercises--no issues.
I picked up a portable food scale today for when I travel. It is small enough that I can put it into my briefcase. I also picked up another resistance band for some of the tougher exercises like Davinci and the Forward Shoulder Raise. I have been doing these all along but they have been extremely difficult with the tighter bands I now have three different levels of resistance bands and I think I am set.
I feel like I am falling into a groove with the diet. It helps that I have been home this week. I have been weighing as much as I can and I am getting better at eye balling. I have to say that cravings are almost non-existent which is a big deal for me. Tonight I had left over swordfish for dinner with whole grain pasta and a cut up tomato. I walked away from the table feeling good. I used to overeat at every meal and now I eat only what I need and I feel better.
Not that it matters but I have lost about 6 pounds since this started. I am now down to 171. Pants are starting to fit a bit better. If this continues however I am going to have to take things in or get new cloths.
All good stuff!
Sunday, May 1, 2011
Day 17 - Better Day!
My left Calf / Soleus muscle was still very sore yesterday which made it difficult to do most types of cardio. However, I did all my other exercises and today my calf was better. I have also injected stretching into my routine which I know will help reduce the potential for this to happen again.
I did my 850 jumps and all my exercises today. Today was the first day to try a pull-up. I was able to do 1. I ended up having to go back to the incline pull-up.
Tomorrow's a brand new day!
I did my 850 jumps and all my exercises today. Today was the first day to try a pull-up. I was able to do 1. I ended up having to go back to the incline pull-up.
Tomorrow's a brand new day!
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