Life took over for the past 2 weeks and my training was definitely put on second tier priority. With many exams, job interviews, and special events for friends & family now behind us – I can refocus my energy towards training. The next month will be critical in getting stronger and making solid progress!
The past 2 weeks’ theme was: enjoying life while being mindful. The strategies I used to keep myself accountable were:
- Even though I couldn’t train to the fullest of my ability, I tried to get in as many steps as I could.
- I tried to minimize over indulging in fried and extra sugary foods
- Remembering that it was going to be okay 🙂
Week 4
Monday
Valentine’s Day! Enjoyed a nice 3 mile walk before celebrations! The weather was still very cold, but it was nice to get out of the house into the fresh air.
Tuesday
Upper Body Push Day: didn’t write down the exercises, but here’s a picture of the post workout pump!
Wednesday
The weather was incredible outside and a post work walk was exactly what I needed to end the day. I walked 3.6 mile as Georgia and Karen told me the funniest hometown murder stories.
Thursday
Upper Body Pull Day:
- Lat pull downs
- Low cable rows
- Split bicep curls
- Isolated bicep curls
- Race pulls
- Rope pulldowns
Saturday
Had a special event for a friend in the evening so made sure to get in my steps with a short 2.5 mile walk for the day before celebrating and enjoying the event with her!
Week 5
Monday
Upper body day using bodyweight:
- Inclined push ups with a ladder
- wall sits with shoulder presses
- tricep dips
- forearm plan
Wednesday
4 mile walk
Thursday
Donated blood today! Took it easy in the morning and made sure to get in lots of fluids before donating later in the evening.
Friday
A relaxed 2 mile walk in the morning to recover from the blood donation the night before!
Total Weekly Mileage: 15 miles
Highs/Lows of the week
High: Celebrating different milestones with my friends and family! Remembering that training is all about working around your life and being able to incorporate it without any one part of your life taking over.
Low: Falling significantly behind and feeling continued shin splits when I have the chance to run.
