Blew my back out on Monday doing Chest and Back.
I wasn't doing anything in particular that was wrong - just hanging down like I do every time they tell me to do it and let my back stretch... and it kicked me right in the ass. I stood up, felt a muscle go, and my right leg collapsed down. It hurt like you wouldn't believe.
I couldnt' walk Monday... took the day off from work. Took Tuesday off as well. My boss told me I needed to come in to work today, so I made it in today and sat in pain the whole day. Ibuprofen and some anti-inflammatories that my Doc gave me awhile back are barely touching this, but I feel it getting better.
My brother is a Chiro, and he fixed me up on tues. I'm still pretty derailed though, and have an appointment with my regular Doc tomorrow (Thurs). So far I owe tony 1 plyo, and 1 arms and shoulders unless I can workout tonight. I am adding a week to my P90 to make sure I complete everything I need to.
This sucks.
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
Friday, September 12, 2008
Day 12/90
272.1 lbs
Well, here is one of those unexplained weight spike days. They tend to come when you're feeling REALLY good... like you've got your A game to deliver. I woke up this morning and scratched my chest - only to find that there was a bit less flab there to scratch. It was noticeable. I felt great and jumped out of bed to get a weigh in and start my Legs and Back workout.
I hit the scale. Up 3 lbs in a day? What the hell is the deal? I think after years of weighing myself that I understand how much salt, workouts, dehydration, and alcohol all play a role. Any rich, salty foods (My dear mother in law's eggplant and stuffed peppers last night?) will retain water on me. I can tell by the way my wedding band fits. Any alcohol consumption (bottle of beer last night?) also contributes to this.
I didn't let it get me down, I just need to make sure I hyper hydrate myself today.
The leg and back workout was "glorious" to quote my boy Tony. I did NOT want to do it this morning, but I got going and by the time the warmup and stretch was done, I was ready to go.
I worked hard on this, and felt that my legs were less shaky, and I was able to do more. I wish I had a better option for the pullups. I don't have bands big enough to challenge me, yet I'm several pounds away from being able to haul my ass up in the air. I should almost rear my head back in the gym to do assisted pullups just to get them done on these days.
The workout was good. Wall squats sucked - as always... but I got it done.
Protein shake with banana for breakfast, and I was satisfied and off to work.
Tomorrow is Kenpo and then 2 weeks DONE!
Well, here is one of those unexplained weight spike days. They tend to come when you're feeling REALLY good... like you've got your A game to deliver. I woke up this morning and scratched my chest - only to find that there was a bit less flab there to scratch. It was noticeable. I felt great and jumped out of bed to get a weigh in and start my Legs and Back workout.
I hit the scale. Up 3 lbs in a day? What the hell is the deal? I think after years of weighing myself that I understand how much salt, workouts, dehydration, and alcohol all play a role. Any rich, salty foods (My dear mother in law's eggplant and stuffed peppers last night?) will retain water on me. I can tell by the way my wedding band fits. Any alcohol consumption (bottle of beer last night?) also contributes to this.
I didn't let it get me down, I just need to make sure I hyper hydrate myself today.
The leg and back workout was "glorious" to quote my boy Tony. I did NOT want to do it this morning, but I got going and by the time the warmup and stretch was done, I was ready to go.
I worked hard on this, and felt that my legs were less shaky, and I was able to do more. I wish I had a better option for the pullups. I don't have bands big enough to challenge me, yet I'm several pounds away from being able to haul my ass up in the air. I should almost rear my head back in the gym to do assisted pullups just to get them done on these days.
The workout was good. Wall squats sucked - as always... but I got it done.
Protein shake with banana for breakfast, and I was satisfied and off to work.
Tomorrow is Kenpo and then 2 weeks DONE!
Day 11/90
268.2lbs
Yoga day.
The sea was angry that day my friends...
I just had a flat out SHIT day. It was crazy... I was running all over the place, working my face off, and trying to keep on top of everything. NOT doing the Yoga workout in the AM failed me, because I needed to put the effort in and I NEEDED the relaxation that came along with it. I did not get that, and I felt that.
I think the placement of the Yoga day is dead on perfect. Its in the middle of the week, and after the pounding your body has been taking, is a nice mid-week recouperation. I work VERY hard to do the poses as best as I can, but I have more area for improvement in THIS exercise session than in any other. It just means I have to work harder at it.
I had to work all day, then come home and get it in so I did NOT do the balance postures. Shame on me, because I need those too - but 1.5 hours in my life is crazy. I Know how important it all is, but i just didnt' have the extra 45 min. to spare and get everything done.
With that said, I was very PROUD of my Yoga performance, though I doubt any good practitioner would agree with that. I ate well during the day, but enjoyed dinner at my mother in law's a bit too much. :(
Yoga day.
The sea was angry that day my friends...
I just had a flat out SHIT day. It was crazy... I was running all over the place, working my face off, and trying to keep on top of everything. NOT doing the Yoga workout in the AM failed me, because I needed to put the effort in and I NEEDED the relaxation that came along with it. I did not get that, and I felt that.
I think the placement of the Yoga day is dead on perfect. Its in the middle of the week, and after the pounding your body has been taking, is a nice mid-week recouperation. I work VERY hard to do the poses as best as I can, but I have more area for improvement in THIS exercise session than in any other. It just means I have to work harder at it.
I had to work all day, then come home and get it in so I did NOT do the balance postures. Shame on me, because I need those too - but 1.5 hours in my life is crazy. I Know how important it all is, but i just didnt' have the extra 45 min. to spare and get everything done.
With that said, I was very PROUD of my Yoga performance, though I doubt any good practitioner would agree with that. I ate well during the day, but enjoyed dinner at my mother in law's a bit too much. :(
Wednesday, September 10, 2008
Day 10/90
Ok. I missed a day on the blog. It was a crazy day - Primary Day around here -and I was running like Mad. I noticed, however, that when I didn't blog and track my food I didn't have a good grasp on what I ate or was eating throughout the day. I was unfocused, and not on board. I couldn't' tell you if I ate well or not yesterday. I THINK I did, but this just reinforces the need to blog, log, and track everything you can. I caught myself just now as I was typing this, and realized how easy it is to slip into the old ways...
Yesterday was Plyo. HOLY Plyo. But I DID finish it. I was a bit lagged at the end, but in no way, shape or form am I going to give up that workout and move to the easier one. I need to be committed and work hard on these workouts to grow and strengthen myself properly.
Today's workout is Arms and Shoulders. It's one of my favorites, and I'm waiting until Julie gets home from work to get it done tonight.
I am feeling run down again today, but I think I have a bad reaction to caffeine.
Ready for workout Later..
Yesterday was Plyo. HOLY Plyo. But I DID finish it. I was a bit lagged at the end, but in no way, shape or form am I going to give up that workout and move to the easier one. I need to be committed and work hard on these workouts to grow and strengthen myself properly.
Today's workout is Arms and Shoulders. It's one of my favorites, and I'm waiting until Julie gets home from work to get it done tonight.
I am feeling run down again today, but I think I have a bad reaction to caffeine.
Ready for workout Later..
Monday, September 8, 2008
Day 8/90
271.4 lbs.
Monday... Got to repeat my chest and back again today. I love that workout. Nice shoes man. Not as nice as mine though...
Got through this workout like a champ. It energized me for a whole day and I felt great! I had a great post workout shake of whey, banana, and blueberries. It was a stressful day at work but I managed to hold it together pretty well.
I ate a ton of PORK the past few days. The other white meat is no stranger to me. I had a pork sandwich for lunch, one for dinner, and then some pulled pork *No bun at a meeting I was at.
I belong to a beer club. It meets one Monday a month... We met tonight. I was very much enjoying my beer tasting but I kept it straight up and was very much in control and not overeating/drinking. Always room for improvement but I am proud of myself and did a great job!
Plyo tomorrow. UGHH!!!
Monday... Got to repeat my chest and back again today. I love that workout. Nice shoes man. Not as nice as mine though...
Got through this workout like a champ. It energized me for a whole day and I felt great! I had a great post workout shake of whey, banana, and blueberries. It was a stressful day at work but I managed to hold it together pretty well.
I ate a ton of PORK the past few days. The other white meat is no stranger to me. I had a pork sandwich for lunch, one for dinner, and then some pulled pork *No bun at a meeting I was at.
I belong to a beer club. It meets one Monday a month... We met tonight. I was very much enjoying my beer tasting but I kept it straight up and was very much in control and not overeating/drinking. Always room for improvement but I am proud of myself and did a great job!
Plyo tomorrow. UGHH!!!
Sunday, September 7, 2008
Day 7/90 - Week 1 Complete
Weight: 272
Measurements:
9/1/2008 9/7/2008
Neck 19.00 18.25
Chest 51.00 48.00
Arms 18.00 16.50
Waist 47.50 47.50
Leg 27.00 25.75
Well, week one is complete. I elected to take the day off from workouts and let my body reset itself. I felt pretty wasted at the end of last week, and feel quite recovered right now.
It was definitely a challenge. I can see these workouts getting easier and harder at the same time as I push myself more. This is a tough gig without a doubt, but I am on-board with it.
I had some bumps this week, but for the most part, I'm down almost 5 lbs of weight, and most of my measurements have taken a dive already. My waist measurement is always weird on me because I'm easily bloated depending on what sort of food I eat, so it changes pretty easily. Everything else went down, which I'm very happy with.
Areas where I feel I excelled - Workouts. I got all 6 of them done. I didn't allow myself any excuses and I brought it every time. When I couldn't do it in the morning, I did it in the evening. Julie and I worked really hard together and did 1/2 of our week's workouts in tandem. It was great having a partner for these.
Areas that need improvement - Food. I am aware of everything I'm eating... which is a step in the right direction,.... but I need to improve the quality and cut out the garbage. I'm tracking what I put in, and my numbers aren't right where I like them. I need to cut out the damn beer too! Too many occasions, parties, etc. No excuse Tom - you can do it!
Bring it on Tony. Week 2.
Measurements:
9/1/2008 9/7/2008
Neck 19.00 18.25
Chest 51.00 48.00
Arms 18.00 16.50
Waist 47.50 47.50
Leg 27.00 25.75
Well, week one is complete. I elected to take the day off from workouts and let my body reset itself. I felt pretty wasted at the end of last week, and feel quite recovered right now.
It was definitely a challenge. I can see these workouts getting easier and harder at the same time as I push myself more. This is a tough gig without a doubt, but I am on-board with it.
I had some bumps this week, but for the most part, I'm down almost 5 lbs of weight, and most of my measurements have taken a dive already. My waist measurement is always weird on me because I'm easily bloated depending on what sort of food I eat, so it changes pretty easily. Everything else went down, which I'm very happy with.
Areas where I feel I excelled - Workouts. I got all 6 of them done. I didn't allow myself any excuses and I brought it every time. When I couldn't do it in the morning, I did it in the evening. Julie and I worked really hard together and did 1/2 of our week's workouts in tandem. It was great having a partner for these.
Areas that need improvement - Food. I am aware of everything I'm eating... which is a step in the right direction,.... but I need to improve the quality and cut out the garbage. I'm tracking what I put in, and my numbers aren't right where I like them. I need to cut out the damn beer too! Too many occasions, parties, etc. No excuse Tom - you can do it!
Bring it on Tony. Week 2.
Day 6/90
272 lbs.
I need to log this one a bit late. We had a great Kenpo workout in the morning and then took it easy for most of the day. We were celebrating our Wedding Anniversary and had a nice meal planned, so we had out workout, ate smart during the day and relaxed, and then headed out to our favorite restaurant - Hutch's - in Buffalo.
I think we both ate as sensibly as we could without going overboard or disappointing ourselves. Our appetizer that we shared was eggplant napoleon - basically eggplant, fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and prosciutto with vinegar and oil and basil. We shared a beet salad, and then had our entrees. Julie had the grilled tuna which is always perfect and amazing there. I was in the mood for beef and wanted something lean. Normally i'd get a ribeye, but these things are walking heartattacks and bring about 2000 calories with them. I opted for the sirloin (which turned out fantastic when ordered rare) and portabello mushroom.
I had a beer with dinner, and julie had a mixed drink. Then we decided to go out on the town a bit and hit a couple of our favorite bars, etc. We did so, had a couple of drinks and were on our way home - exhausted - by 9:30 Pm on a Saturday night. This program is kicking our asses. We had a couple drinks and decided that was plenty, and we should go home. We were both sleeping by 10:30 and slept a good solid 8 hours each.
It was a great anniversary and we behaved within reason on program.
I need to log this one a bit late. We had a great Kenpo workout in the morning and then took it easy for most of the day. We were celebrating our Wedding Anniversary and had a nice meal planned, so we had out workout, ate smart during the day and relaxed, and then headed out to our favorite restaurant - Hutch's - in Buffalo.
I think we both ate as sensibly as we could without going overboard or disappointing ourselves. Our appetizer that we shared was eggplant napoleon - basically eggplant, fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and prosciutto with vinegar and oil and basil. We shared a beet salad, and then had our entrees. Julie had the grilled tuna which is always perfect and amazing there. I was in the mood for beef and wanted something lean. Normally i'd get a ribeye, but these things are walking heartattacks and bring about 2000 calories with them. I opted for the sirloin (which turned out fantastic when ordered rare) and portabello mushroom.
I had a beer with dinner, and julie had a mixed drink. Then we decided to go out on the town a bit and hit a couple of our favorite bars, etc. We did so, had a couple of drinks and were on our way home - exhausted - by 9:30 Pm on a Saturday night. This program is kicking our asses. We had a couple drinks and decided that was plenty, and we should go home. We were both sleeping by 10:30 and slept a good solid 8 hours each.
It was a great anniversary and we behaved within reason on program.
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