This day started out weird since I had to take a sick day today and was out of it most of the day. I could not wake up, get motivated or even start working out.
At 5:30 PM I managed to get up and and pop in the DVD. During the warm up I felt like crap, my chest was hurting, I felt stiff, etc. Then we jumped into Slow Mo Push Ups, then the next set, the next and the next. As I went through each, I felt great and set new records, compared to this time last week. I was strong and had really hard exhausting pumps. The last three each time were the hardest. There were 24 sets of work outs and I crushed right through them.
Funny thing about getting started. I was doing the slow motion pushups and Brandon, Jordan and Korey came running downstairs. Jordan jumped right on my back and I managed two reps with him there. he got off and started going only underneath me each time I went up.
When I finished the session, I went to the gym and ran 5 miles at 7.6 mph. That hurt a little more than normal. I run with no iPod or anything. I can't clear my mind and the pain is accompanied by extreme boredom.
I look forward to Plyometrics, running, possible poolside relaxation and Total Conditioning class at 6:45 am.
June 04, 2009
Day 35 - X Stretch or Rest
Last night I struck out to run 4 miles at 11 pm. At under 2 min. I suffered severe chest pain and shortness to no breath. I restarted 2 min later and completed 2 miles.
Today, in response I ran two tests to determine if I need to see a doctor.
Test #1: Endurance - At lunch time I ran 5 miles at 7.6 mph to test endurance. No major events. As always I have slight chest pains within the first 3 min. of a run. My heart rate max'd out at 140 bpm and averaged 130 bpm which is well within Zone 3 as expected for me.
Test #2: Stress - After work I ran 2 miles as fast as I could manage, 14 min 24 sec (ave 8.35 mph). Max heart rate was 150 bpm and average was 142 bpm. No issues at all.
That was 7 miles in one day and and in my non medical opinion, something happened, but I survived it. I chalk it up to the calcium supplement that I started taking 48 hours ago that had a negative effect on my system. While I tolerated this supplement in Feb, Mar and Apr. I did not use it in May and now I can't tolerate it. That's too bad since I don't drink milk anymore.
Today, in response I ran two tests to determine if I need to see a doctor.
Test #1: Endurance - At lunch time I ran 5 miles at 7.6 mph to test endurance. No major events. As always I have slight chest pains within the first 3 min. of a run. My heart rate max'd out at 140 bpm and averaged 130 bpm which is well within Zone 3 as expected for me.
Test #2: Stress - After work I ran 2 miles as fast as I could manage, 14 min 24 sec (ave 8.35 mph). Max heart rate was 150 bpm and average was 142 bpm. No issues at all.
That was 7 miles in one day and and in my non medical opinion, something happened, but I survived it. I chalk it up to the calcium supplement that I started taking 48 hours ago that had a negative effect on my system. While I tolerated this supplement in Feb, Mar and Apr. I did not use it in May and now I can't tolerate it. That's too bad since I don't drink milk anymore.
June 03, 2009
Day 34 - Kenpo X
Woke up earlier than normal, why I don't know. I saw a nice window to jump up and knock out Kenpo X before taking the boys to school. Eight minutes later, I'm in the basement and it's Kenpo X time.
Racquetball late last night and very little sleep made this a rough workout. My limbs and joints were in pure pain. Right shoulder was in full pain effect, right knee was tender, both hips were hurting. Never considered slacking off, so I used rewind if I got in a situation where I felt like I didn't give 100%. That led to a slightly longer session than normal but at the end I felt better. I don't want to look back on any day and think, feel or know that I dogged it.
About 11:00 pm I went back to the gym to run 4 miles. 1 min 39 sec into the run I had major chest pains and could not breathe at all. I punched stop and caught my breath, stood there and tried to decide whether to go to the ER or restart the treadmill. 15 min 49 seconds later I had completed a lessor 2 mile run, showered and got the heck out of there. If anyone is reading this, I am certain they aren't thinking that I am too bright. You are right that was not the smartest move. Although, I'd rather complete my run and workout than go to an MD in the ER who'll tell me nothing happened. I'll keep an eye on this and test the system throughly tomorrow.
Gattica.
Racquetball late last night and very little sleep made this a rough workout. My limbs and joints were in pure pain. Right shoulder was in full pain effect, right knee was tender, both hips were hurting. Never considered slacking off, so I used rewind if I got in a situation where I felt like I didn't give 100%. That led to a slightly longer session than normal but at the end I felt better. I don't want to look back on any day and think, feel or know that I dogged it.
About 11:00 pm I went back to the gym to run 4 miles. 1 min 39 sec into the run I had major chest pains and could not breathe at all. I punched stop and caught my breath, stood there and tried to decide whether to go to the ER or restart the treadmill. 15 min 49 seconds later I had completed a lessor 2 mile run, showered and got the heck out of there. If anyone is reading this, I am certain they aren't thinking that I am too bright. You are right that was not the smartest move. Although, I'd rather complete my run and workout than go to an MD in the ER who'll tell me nothing happened. I'll keep an eye on this and test the system throughly tomorrow.
Gattica.
Day 33 - Legs, Back and Ab Ripper X
This is the one routine that does not change. It was the same version as in all previous weeks, so I was familiar with all the moves, upped my weights and intensity and gave it all I had. I like working legs because mine respond immediately to hard work, running, cycling and stairmaster action.
I ran 4.0 miles on the treadmill in the morning and knocked out the Legs and Back in the evening. I felt good and was strong. I did all pull up and chin up back exercises to absolute exhaustion. My back is responding nicely to the first 30 Days of P90X. I am going to start weight lifting to supplement my back and chest for sure starting Friday on the next weekly cycle.
Later that evening, I went back to the club to play my last competitive match in the racquetball league. I lost in a hard fought match. My right shoulder was shot at the end. I am done with racquetball for now and must decide when I will get the X-Ray and head back to the Chiropractor to begin my therapy sessions to rehab the shoulder back into good health.
I ran 4.0 miles on the treadmill in the morning and knocked out the Legs and Back in the evening. I felt good and was strong. I did all pull up and chin up back exercises to absolute exhaustion. My back is responding nicely to the first 30 Days of P90X. I am going to start weight lifting to supplement my back and chest for sure starting Friday on the next weekly cycle.
Later that evening, I went back to the club to play my last competitive match in the racquetball league. I lost in a hard fought match. My right shoulder was shot at the end. I am done with racquetball for now and must decide when I will get the X-Ray and head back to the Chiropractor to begin my therapy sessions to rehab the shoulder back into good health.
Day 32 - Yoga X
This was a great day in every way possible. I got out in the morning and ran outside for 3.67 miles. It was a nice scenic run along a river past universities. Cardio - Check.
As for Yoga X, I couldn't do it today. I opted to actually take a Fitness Yoga Class instead. It was very nice to be in a class with other people going through similar exercises as Yoga X. Now here's the twist, this class used to be hard for me. Balancing, One are on the ground the other extended to the ceiling or back of the room, twisting and contorting my body like I was in Circ De Sole only to fall over or not be able to take the stress on stiff and not limber joints and limbs. I was in there knocking it out today. Honestly, the class felt easy compared to P90X's Yoga X. In Yoga X you execute 1:32 worth of complicated do it or watch the video until you can moving and static poses. Not to mention how long you have to hold the poses.
In this :60 class, I started went through the class and at the end in the cool down mode I actually fell asleep. You don't fall asleep in Yoga X. You might pass out from pain or exhaustion at the end but you won't be falling asleep.
It was hilarious. Day 32 is in the books my friends.
As for Yoga X, I couldn't do it today. I opted to actually take a Fitness Yoga Class instead. It was very nice to be in a class with other people going through similar exercises as Yoga X. Now here's the twist, this class used to be hard for me. Balancing, One are on the ground the other extended to the ceiling or back of the room, twisting and contorting my body like I was in Circ De Sole only to fall over or not be able to take the stress on stiff and not limber joints and limbs. I was in there knocking it out today. Honestly, the class felt easy compared to P90X's Yoga X. In Yoga X you execute 1:32 worth of complicated do it or watch the video until you can moving and static poses. Not to mention how long you have to hold the poses.
In this :60 class, I started went through the class and at the end in the cool down mode I actually fell asleep. You don't fall asleep in Yoga X. You might pass out from pain or exhaustion at the end but you won't be falling asleep.
It was hilarious. Day 32 is in the books my friends.
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