This is the CrossFit gym that I work out at, and the guy is Dave - my trainer. He doesn't look so scary does he? He isn't really, but he will rarely take no for an answer. He's an excellent motivator, and he knows how far he can push. I thought he was letting me off way too easy this week with the WOD (workout of the day.) It involved a lot of situps, situps with medicine balls, leg raises, and knees to chest maneuvers, as well as overhead squats. I really didn't feel like I had done enough when I finished. I really didn't feel anything the next day - in fact I did more situps and a bunch of squats.
On the third day I rested because I had no choice. I couldn't walk upright. It hurt to stand up and it hurt to cough. Everything from my shoulders to my hips was tight. My abs (yes, I know there are abs under that roll of fat) feel tender to the touch. I definitely did enough.
I am no longer a vegetarian. I have been eating chicken and fish regularly since I started working with Dave, and while I can't say that I love it, I'm getting used to it and I'm recovering from workouts faster than I used to. I was never into it because of ethics - I just don't like meat. My mind is open to almost anything, so on we go.
Major accomplishment of this week - I cut Dexter's toenails and we're both alive to talk about it.
Peace out.
Great episode. I've been in the doldrums recently about exercise (either biking or running). I just can't find the mojo or the inspiration to run more than the minimal required.
ReplyDeleteUntil I listen to your podcast. I found myself inspired and went and ran a tempo run that I can shout about. Please do not feel that you are alone in what you do and talk about. You are a constant inspiration to me. Thanks for that!