Base building phase, week 3, day 1
SE cluster (KB swings (16 kg), push-ups, squats (10 lbs), pull-ups, back extensions, sit-ups)
2 sets, 20 reps (2/2 reps for pull-ups), 60s rest between exercises, 120s rest between circuits
I didn't get to train 5 days last week, so I'll try to train 6 days this week. I should be fine, but we'll see mid-week. I managed to do my 2 sets of push-ups unbroken, but I'm not sure I'll be able to do it for 3 sets. Also, for pull-ups, I did rest-pause, so 2 reps, 20s rest, then 2 other reps. I think this BB thing is starting to work, as my RHR is in the high 40's, low 50's.
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Base building phase, week 3, day 2
50 minutes LSS elliptical
51:03, avg HR 143 bpm
I was away with the wife this weekend and had to train on the elliptical late tonight. I'm not a runner, but I definitively prefer running outside than inside. 50 minutes on the elliptical felt like forever, even though I was watching Mad men. Another long run is planned for tomorrow.
50 minutes LSS elliptical
51:03, avg HR 143 bpm
I was away with the wife this weekend and had to train on the elliptical late tonight. I'm not a runner, but I definitively prefer running outside than inside. 50 minutes on the elliptical felt like forever, even though I was watching Mad men. Another long run is planned for tomorrow.
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Base building phase, week 3, day 3
60 minutes LSS run
59:04, 4.75 miles (12:26 min/mile), avg HR 144 bpm
Weird run. My heart rate was all over the place for the first 30 minutes. I ran my second mile in 13:38
I felt bloated, was cramping a little and my right foot was kind of numb. I'm not too sure what happened, maybe too much caffeine. Oh well, another 50-minute run tomorrow.
60 minutes LSS run
59:04, 4.75 miles (12:26 min/mile), avg HR 144 bpm
Weird run. My heart rate was all over the place for the first 30 minutes. I ran my second mile in 13:38
I felt bloated, was cramping a little and my right foot was kind of numb. I'm not too sure what happened, maybe too much caffeine. Oh well, another 50-minute run tomorrow.Re: ML's log
Base building phase, week 3, day 4
50 minutes LSS run
50:44, 4.32 miles (11:44 min/mile), avg HR 143 bpm
Best run so far. I changed my route, but I don't think it was necessarily "easier". My heart rate was stable and had a good pace. SE day tomorrow. So far so good for this week, as I'll be training 7 days.
50 minutes LSS run
50:44, 4.32 miles (11:44 min/mile), avg HR 143 bpm
Best run so far. I changed my route, but I don't think it was necessarily "easier". My heart rate was stable and had a good pace. SE day tomorrow. So far so good for this week, as I'll be training 7 days.
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Base building phase, week 3, day 5
SE cluster (KB swings (16 kg), push-ups, squats (10 lbs), pull-ups, back extensions, sit-ups)
2 sets, 20 reps (2/2 reps for pull-ups), 60s rest between exercises, 120s rest between circuits
I was feeling nauseous halfway through my second circuit. I really have to stop using caffeine. even though I drink some coffee in the morning, it still affects me several hours later. Recovery run later today.
SE cluster (KB swings (16 kg), push-ups, squats (10 lbs), pull-ups, back extensions, sit-ups)
2 sets, 20 reps (2/2 reps for pull-ups), 60s rest between exercises, 120s rest between circuits
I was feeling nauseous halfway through my second circuit. I really have to stop using caffeine. even though I drink some coffee in the morning, it still affects me several hours later. Recovery run later today.
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Base building phase, week 4, day 1
SE cluster (KB swings (16 kg), push-ups, squats (10 lbs), pull-ups, back extensions, sit-ups)
1 sets, 25 reps (4/1 reps for pull-ups), 60s rest between exercises
The push-ups and back extensions were rough. Actually, I regressed in my push-ups, as I had to take a small break around the 20 rep mark... My max is 30 reps
But anyways, everything was hard today, even my pull-ups where my max is 6, I struggled with only 4. Finally, I wasn't able to train 6 days last week. I'll combine two workouts together. It's a three-day weekend here so I'll have more time. Can't wait to try a 2h30 ruck. I'll try to maintain a 15-20 mins/mile time (or 9:30-12:30 mins/km).
SE cluster (KB swings (16 kg), push-ups, squats (10 lbs), pull-ups, back extensions, sit-ups)
1 sets, 25 reps (4/1 reps for pull-ups), 60s rest between exercises
The push-ups and back extensions were rough. Actually, I regressed in my push-ups, as I had to take a small break around the 20 rep mark... My max is 30 reps
But anyways, everything was hard today, even my pull-ups where my max is 6, I struggled with only 4. Finally, I wasn't able to train 6 days last week. I'll combine two workouts together. It's a three-day weekend here so I'll have more time. Can't wait to try a 2h30 ruck. I'll try to maintain a 15-20 mins/mile time (or 9:30-12:30 mins/km).Re: ML's log
I caught a nasty bug over the weekend. I woke up Sunday morning with a sore throat, a terrible headache and achy joints and muscles. I've been coughing like hell since then. I'll take the week easy and repeat week 4 starting next Saturday. That sucks though, everything was going just fine.
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So I'm still coughing mucus (same with blowing my nose). I'm just hoping it will stop soon, as I was planning on beginning week 4 of BB this Saturday. I still went for a short run today (31:13, 2.38 miles (13:07 min/mile), avg HR 144 bpm) to see how I feel and surprisingly, it isn't so bad. I went on lunch break at work as opposed to later in the evening. Different route with more hills and definitely hotter (25C/77F but with humidity, it feels 32C/90F).
On another note, I'll start working with someone who will handle my diet. The first few things we will be working on is developping a routine and reducing sugar and salt intake. Can't wait to see the positive impact on my performances. I'll also be tracking calories, just to make sure I don't drop too much weight in the beginning.
On another note, I'll start working with someone who will handle my diet. The first few things we will be working on is developping a routine and reducing sugar and salt intake. Can't wait to see the positive impact on my performances. I'll also be tracking calories, just to make sure I don't drop too much weight in the beginning.
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Base building phase, week 4, day 1
60 minutes LSS run
1:02:03, 4.59 miles (13:31 min/mile), avg HR 147 bpm
So I'm still sick, but I just wanted to train. It's definitively my worst run so far. It was hot and humid and my heart rate was easily going into the 150's. I had to walk a couple times during the run.
Base building phase, week 4, day 2
SE cluster (KB swings (16 kg), push-ups, squats (10 lbs), pull-ups, back extensions, sit-ups)
1 sets, 25 reps (3/2 reps for pull-ups), 60s rest between exercises
Another sucky training day. The push-ups and back extensions were hard. I can't wait to be 100% healthy again.
60 minutes LSS run
1:02:03, 4.59 miles (13:31 min/mile), avg HR 147 bpm
So I'm still sick, but I just wanted to train. It's definitively my worst run so far. It was hot and humid and my heart rate was easily going into the 150's. I had to walk a couple times during the run.
Base building phase, week 4, day 2
SE cluster (KB swings (16 kg), push-ups, squats (10 lbs), pull-ups, back extensions, sit-ups)
1 sets, 25 reps (3/2 reps for pull-ups), 60s rest between exercises
Another sucky training day. The push-ups and back extensions were hard. I can't wait to be 100% healthy again.
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Base building phase, week 4, day 3
60 minutes LSS run
1:01:36, 4.77 miles (12:54 min/mile), avg HR 145 bpm
After years of not running, I'm actually enjoying it. Hoping that running in 32C/90F will make me more heat tolerant.
60 minutes LSS run
1:01:36, 4.77 miles (12:54 min/mile), avg HR 145 bpm
After years of not running, I'm actually enjoying it. Hoping that running in 32C/90F will make me more heat tolerant.