Tonanterror: Week 5

Week 5

This was the first week of Phase II, and it held many setbacks. However, "play" was pushed everyday, and "it" was brought:

Day29—Chest, Shoulders, & Triceps—Crazy crazy pushups and arm workout. My arms feel like jelly. I was actually happy to do the Ab Ripper workout today. I was able to do much more of the ab exercise than ever. I’m feeling great. Bring it!

Day30—Plyometrics—INJURY! My knee started hurting at the beginning of this workout and I had to drop out early. This was not a happy experience. I was upset, but I am hoping to be up and ready for next week.

Day31— Back&Biceps—My knee has felt a little weak all day today. I strapped on the knee brace and did the workout anyway. I was forced to do all the pull-ups from one leg only, which it turns out is significantly harder. I enjoyed the extra work. I worked harder on Ab Ripper than ever. I am hoping that with the Yoga X tomorrow, I’ll be able to stretch out the knee without injuring it further, fingers crossed.

Day32—Yoga X—I stayed in for the Yoga even longer this week. I found myself really enjoying the last half of the disc this time. Instead of balance postures being torture, it was a relaxation and meditation period. I still struggle with many of the postures (shoulder stands are a long ways of way from reality for me), but I am bringing it every time. I am feeling even more flexibility, and even more strength. What was once my most feared and painful workout is fast becoming my favorite.

Day33—Legs&Back—My workout buddy and I had a horrible day today. Everything just seemed much harder than before. I think the new workouts in the routine took their toll this week. I still managed to get more pull-ups than ever. The hurt knee gave me some trouble through the squats as well. But we still brought it and got a great workout.

Day34—Kenpo X—The fun workout was still fun. In spite of the rough day yesterday, we had a great day with Kenpo. It is a great cardio workout that goes by quickly.

Day35—Rest—I am sore all over even after 35 days of this exercise. The soreness is somehow much more pleasant than the first days. I am more conscious of each individual muscle and how to use them. I am happy thus far with the results and I’m excited to continue on with the program.