Monthly Archives: August 2014

Every step matters

Posted on August 29, 2014 by G

I had a shortened workday today, and I either wanted to: 1) go out for a run; or 2) go out for a hike on the trail. And in the end I chose 3) go out for a run on … Continue reading →

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DO ALL THE SQUATS!

Posted on August 28, 2014 by G

Remember how last workout I was complaining about the program doubling up on deadlifts? Today it doubled up on squats: 2 heavy sets of 8 (105lb, 115lb) and then 4 light sets of 15 (45lbx3, 55lb). By the end of … Continue reading →

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Knee protection

Posted on August 27, 2014 by G

I’m not too sore today, which is awesome. But my left knee has gotten sort of beaten up from all the stress lately. Whenever my quads hurt and I start babying them, I wind up hyperextending my knees and making … Continue reading →

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Not as bad, this time

Posted on August 26, 2014 by G

Stage 7 workout 3 today. That means I’m… 25% done with Stage 7! (Being a math-minded person means that I tend to break my tasks up into chunks. But the 25% milestone never feels like I’ve accomplished very much…) I’m … Continue reading →

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The day after

Posted on August 25, 2014 by G

Usually I like to write about my workouts the day I do them, but today… well, not yesterday/today. Yesterday was an insanely busy day; I was up at 8 to finish cooking and cleaning in preparation for brunch guests. I … Continue reading →

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Gently working hard

Posted on August 22, 2014 by G

I’m thankful that Workout 2 of this stage was less butt-kicking than Workout 1. In fact, I wrapped up the workout feeling good, like I had completed a moderate challenge but not depleted. Which is probably a lot better place … Continue reading →

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My body defies logic

Posted on August 20, 2014 by G

Someone has injected hot fire into my leg-ular area. Oww. I’m not sure how, after nearly a year of pretty intense lifting and substantial strength gains, I can manage a workout that leaves me this sore the day after. Muscles, … Continue reading →

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Butt, kicked

Posted on August 19, 2014 by G

Today was the first workout of Stage 7, the "Final Cut". It calls for a zillion reps of everything, and I suspect I’m going to have to balance my pride with needing to lift light enough to get through the … Continue reading →

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Beating the rain

Posted on August 18, 2014 by G

This afternoon and the next few days are forecast to have unpredictable weather, so I was glad to be able to get a run in the morning before any of that started. And I start Stage 7 tomorrow so I’m … Continue reading →

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Long swim…

Posted on August 17, 2014 by G

So remember that kettlebell workout on Thursday? It did such a number on my back, I didn’t feel good about working out for a couple days. I think I need to incorporate kettlebell swings into my normal workouts just for … Continue reading →

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