So I stepped on the scale today and it read the beautiful numbers 198. I almost jumped up in the air….well, I didn’t because I actually like my scale and am still heavy enough to probably break it if I landed on it. I’m planning on getting some workouts in this weekend. Maybe I’ll hit the heavy bag or ride the bike tonight. We’ll see.
I haven’t worked out since Thursday. I am going to get home to night and hit it hard with an RT and a CT and get this ball rolling again. I know that I will hit my goals, but I like to be sore. I know that this will help keep me motivated and moving forward.
I wasn’t feeling the greatest this weekend, but was feeling better than during the week. I forced myself to get in two CT’s and two RT’s this weekend and they felt great. I did over-eat a little yesterday afternoon, but I still came in 2 lbs down for the week. Last night was very tough for me. I had zero energy and just felt like a zombie. I hit the hay pretty early and feel a little better today. I’m planning on knocking out a couple more workouts tonight.
My pullups are gettting easier, well it’s not like they’re easy, but I can clearly do more of them. I was at the play ground with my kids on Saturday and I actually climbed UP the fire pole. My son was trying and asked me if I could, and to be honest, I didn’t know if I could or not. I climbed it without the use of my legs. That made me feel pretty good.
I don’t know when I’ll be able to workout again, but I really can’t eat right now, so I don’t think I’ll be gaining any extra weight during my illness. I might end up with an unfair advantage in the 5% challenge, who knows? I’m just looking forward to being well again. I hate this fevering crap, especially when there’s A/C blowing on me all day. Normally I love when it’s cold in the office because I’m hot blooded, however, right now I’m frickin’ freezing.
Well, surprise, surprise, I get to start off this 52 DC with illness right off the bat. I woke up this morning with a bad cold. My lungs are burning and all of that fun stuff. Anyways, I’m not really concerned. I think I’ll get some cardio in tonight when I get home and then take it easy for the rest of the night.
I broke my record last night and completed 6 pullups in a row. I know, I know, doesn’t sound like a very big accomplishment, but for me it’s huge. I’m looking forward to finishing out this challenge and hitting all of my goals.
Finally the week from Hell is finished. Well, it’s only Weds., but the last 10 days have been a bitch. I can’t wait to work out tonight. I’m currently sitting at 208lbs, down from 222 lbs, and I’m quite pleased. I’ve really been watching the amount of food that I put into my system and I believe that I can maintain this style of eating. I love Greek Yogurt! W/fresh blueberries, it’s the best. Very filling and very low cal.
I think that I’m going to enter the Fall 52DC starting in August. I figure, why not?
Well, it’s been quite a while since I’ve updated this thing, so I figure that I might as well update my progress. I am still working out. However, I’m not low carbing it any more. (are you really that surprised?) I have dropped back down to 211 lbs and am making great progress. I haven’t been pressuring myself like I was before. I am keeping my progress at an enjoyable level, not a stressful one.
I can now complete 4 full pullups for my first set. After that I mix it up between full pullups and negative pullups. I’m just happy that I’m finally keeping steady progress and regularly working out. I survived the 4th of July weekend without screwing up my clean eating.
On to another topic. It looks like after a year of major progress and growth in our relationship, my wife has decided that she wants to be alone and basically see what it’s like to do things for herself. I’m going to use my blog from time to time to write about thoughts and feelings that I’m having. It is unfortunate, but I know and understand that it’s the best for everyone involved at this point. It has been a long year, but it has prepared me for this point in my life. I am now able to look painful occurences/emotions in the eye, break them down, accept them, and move on. It’s not going to be easy, but I would much rather see her happy than live a life with someone who constantly wonders “What if?”. And, ultimately, I’ll have a more fulfilling life in the pro
I knocked out my pullup workout lastnight. After finishing and sitting around watching the tube I decided to knock out pushups on commercials. I did a set of 20 for my first set, which is a nice accomplishment for me. Especially after doing my complete pullup workout.
Although I am sick, I’ve stuck with my TNT. On Weds night my son had a baseball game. It was about 40 and raining the entire time, so obviously by 8 PM we were all cold, tired, and hungry. We stopped off at………..Wendys (duh duh duuuuuuh)! Yes, I cheated, but Thursday morning, although feeling like garbage, I jumped right back on and am still stinky peeing. Yay Me!
Anyways, I’m looking forward to working out next week when this thing starts to wear off. I’ve tried the working out sick thing, and it’s always been bad news. Better to stick with eating properly and and worry about working out when I’m no longer sick.
I was able to knock out 3 in a row on Friday night. Progress is doing well. I’ve also hit all of my Spartacus workouts. I’m going to keep this thing going.