11 hours ago, d2e8b8 said:

I think it's normal to feel that way on some days.  Lots of factors go into how the body feels on certain days.  Athletes will control their diet and activities days before race day.

 

If you're looking at committing to an exercise regimen, you need to plan for those "punch the clock" days.  Not really feeling it, but you get in the gym and do the work anyway.

 

I've had days where I didn't feel like working out, but just by starting the process and doing some work, I ended up having a good workout.  Felt better the rest of the day for having stuck to my routine.

 

Every now and again you'll have days where your mind and body are perfectly in sync.  You feel motivated and ready to get after it.  Might even feel like grabbing life by the balls and swinging it around.  Enjoy those days, they are few and far between.

2 hours ago, Boo said:

 

If you're looking at committing to an exercise regimen, you need to plan for those "punch the clock" days.  Not really feeling it, but you get in the gym and do the work anyway.

 

I've had days where I didn't feel like working out, but just by starting the process and doing some work, I ended up having a good workout.  Felt better the rest of the day for having stuck to my routine.

 

Every now and again you'll have days where your mind and body are perfectly in sync.  You feel motivated and ready to get after it.  Might even feel like grabbing life by the balls and swinging it around.  Enjoy those days, they are few and far between.

I hear ya! I never let how I feel stop me from completing my planned workout. I am very stubborn. The only thing that would interfere is illness, or when I am traveling. I don’t trust the cleanliness of hotel gyms, so take a break, when vacationing. 

Good workout 2 days in a row. I power walked 2 complete miles, up a moderate incline, in just over 36 minutes. It was so much easier, than the rough one, a few days ago. I went longer, and did not stop to rest, either day. I am burning about 250 calories in each session, or about 1/2 an average size meal for me. I don’t snack. Today was more of a mixed bag. It was harder, because I did it less than an hour after eating a late lunch. When the body is processing food, it’s already working, so working out at the same time is expending more energy, and I could feel that. Having said that, I increased my speed from 3.3 to 3.5 mph. I did complete over 30 minutes, but did rest for 1 minute at 20 minutes in. Distance was 1.8 miles today, as I had reached my limit. Calorie burn was again about 250, due to increased speed. Overall, I think I am doing well. I am not seeing a lot of results on the scale, but I feel leaner. I keep reminding myself, it’s a slow process…..

Edited September 3, 20215 yr by Katgirl

You're doing awesome @Katgirl

 

I tried to do a run on the treadmill last night as it was really late but after about 15 mins I was clock watching and at the end of 30 mins I just had to end it

 

I think my preference is outdoors - new trails or streets that I have not run before.  However, with the days getting shorter and cooler, there will definitely be more treadmill time.

Getting it done- solid progress for me and i'm seeing and feeling the results!

Xterra offroad triathlon next weekend which is gonna be brutal, then 8 weeks to LA Triathlon.

Swims and cycling I have no worries- running is my weakness and while it's progressed i'm far from ready

 

Good luck, @AceWhite! I’ll bet you are more ready, than you think…  

5 hours ago, AceWhite said:

Getting it done- solid progress for me and i'm seeing and feeling the results!

Xterra offroad triathlon next weekend which is gonna be brutal, then 8 weeks to LA Triathlon.

Swims and cycling I have no worries- running is my weakness and while it's progressed i'm far from ready

 

Wow....Way - To -Go Ace ....I'm rooting for you !!!🐸

I am thinking of joining a running group, again. I would like to train for  5 K’s. I used to run competitively,  about 5 years ago, and did very well, in my age group. Something to think about. 😊

 

 

Edited September 6, 20215 yr by Katgirl

Wow @AceWhite that's a pretty competitive schedule.  All the best.

I wasn’t feeling like working out, today. I actually quit, after 25 minutes. I usually go 33-35 minutes. But my competitive nature, or stubbornness, or drive, whatever you’d like to call it, could not accept failure. So, an hour later, I got back on the treadmill, and went for another 18 minutes, at 3.5 mph, with a 3% incline the whole time. So, I netted a longer distance and a bigger calorie burn, than normally. I’m still a bit disappointed, in myself, but some days are just tougher than others, I guess.  So, all is good…😊

Edited September 6, 20215 yr by Katgirl

Way to go @Katgirl converting your lethargy to an extra workout - you showed you I guess.  If you're thinking of starting running, I'm not a fan of too much treadmill running.  The monotonous nature of the treadmill can potentially aggravate injuries or imbalances - you were a competitive runner so assume you're aware of running related stuff.

 

It was a beautiful weekend here, not too warm but sunny and was able to do an extended workout on the stairs followed by a trail run.

Edited September 7, 20215 yr by d2e8b8

Those un motivated days when you dig deep and get it done anyways are definitely a self confidence boost. Way to go Katgirl!

 

I've been incorporating more strongman lifts into my strength training, e.g., Farmer's Walks, Sled Pushes, Sled Pulls, Tire Flips, and most recently Sandbags.

 

This morning I was pressed for time but really wanted to get in a workout.  I did a short but hard sandbag workout: SB Get-Ups, SB Overhead Press, SB Over-the-Shoulder Throws, and finished with Heavy SB Carries.

 

The workout only lasted twenty-minutes, but thoroughly kicked my ass.  If you're a glutton for punishment on a schedule and you're looking to get strong...I suggest trying a sandbag workout.

 

First I’ve heard of this workout. Looks hard. 

I'll be traveling next week for a few weeks. I remember hating airports and going through TSA multiple times so I could go outside and smoke. Hotels sucked also because smoking was difficult. How awesome is it that now i'm worried about finding a lap pool and what type of equipment they have in the fitness center

 

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20 hours ago, Katgirl said:

First I’ve heard of this workout. Looks hard. 

 

Yes it is.  Lifting weights is one thing.  Lifting a weighted object while the weight is constantly shifting makes things that much more difficult.

 

The dissonant voices in my head agreed that the sandbag workout both "sucked" and was "awesome."

 

A little bit of masochism goes a long way.

My exercise has been pretty irregular lately:  some of that is a result of not feeling comfortable going to the gym because of COVID (and not wanting to wear a mask while exercising), but that's an easy excuse.  So I'm hoping to use this forum as a way to keep myself more accountable.  

 

I ran 3 miles after work yesterday and felt really good.  I was hoping to run a little 5K race this morning, but I hit snooze and slept in.  So I'll plan to run 3 or 4 miles later to make up for that.  

 

Weight training has basically ceased, unfortunately, because of the mask issue and because of some mid-50's orthopaedic problems.  In fact, I have to schedule a little surgery soon for my right shoulder--I had the same thing done (on the other shoulder) about ten years ago, and the post-op PT was horrible.  Hence, I'm dragging my feet on this one.  

 

Gotta make sure I go for that run later.  

 

C99

On 9/9/2021 at 8:24 PM, AceWhite said:

I'll be traveling next week for a few weeks. I remember hating airports and going through TSA multiple times so I could go outside and smoke. Hotels sucked also because smoking was difficult. How awesome is it that now i'm worried about finding a lap pool and what type of equipment they have in the fitness center

 

er.

Having recently just traveled cross country, I must warn you that some of the fitness centers, in hotels, were closed, do to Covid-19. I expect that even more may be, now, because of the Delta variant. However, you can always run, outside….

Edited September 11, 20214 yr by Katgirl

I work out every single day, without any days off. I do that, so that I won’t slack off. I know that the American Society of ( insert authoritative government initials here) recommends exercising at least 3 times per week, and that most people do rest a few days. I’m wondering if that is why some days seem more difficult than others. Some days, I am certain I can’t maintain 35 minutes, without a break, at 3.5 mph with a 2.5 to 3% incline, but I usually power through, without stopping for a break. So, every single day I power walk almost 2 miles up hill. That’s pretty impressive for an old lady, methinks! 😂😂

8 hours ago, Katgirl said:

I work out every single day, without any days off. I do that, so that I won’t slack off. I know that the American Society of ( insert authoritative government initials here) recommends exercising at least 3 times per week, and that most people do rest a few days. I’m wondering if that is why some days seem more difficult than others. Some days, I am certain I can’t maintain 35 minutes, without a break, at 3.5 mph with a 2.5 to 3% incline, but I usually power through, without stopping for a break. So, every single day I power walk almost 2 miles up hill. That’s pretty impressive for an old lady, methinks! 😂😂

 

Rest days don't have to be a day of nothing, just something different nd lower intensity. Go for a long walk or easy bike ride maybe? 

1 hour ago, AceWhite said:

 

Rest days don't have to be a day of nothing, just something different nd lower intensity. Go for a long walk or easy bike ride maybe? 

That’s a thought. I do have a nice hybrid bike. Today, I walked over 2 miles up a steady incline. My legs feel a bit heavy, as if I pushed a bit too hard. I sometimes forget that I’m 70, and have cardiac issues. I have been medically cleared to work out, though my cardiologist hasn’t a clue about how stubborn and driven I can be. The good news is that I’m a trained medical professional, myself, and would recognize any warning signs that I’m overdoing it. 😊

Edited September 12, 20214 yr by Katgirl

Pleased that I did go for that run yesterday:  did 3 1/2 miles at the county park, and it was great to see so many people enjoying the day.  Our area has a fair number of refugees (and lots seem to use the park), which contributes to the beautiful diversity there.  

 

I'll run another 3-4 miles today and then probably take tomorrow off.  Mondays tend to be super busy for me at work...though one could argue that's precisely why I should run tomorrow (to relieve stress after work).  

 

First things first, I'll run today.  Ideally, I'd like to get my daily runs back to 5 miles.    

Absolutely brutal Xterra triathlon this morning- good news is I didn't die. 

Pretty decent swell currently so the swim was interesting. Usually my best discipline but I struggled this morning. After the swim it's about a 1/4 mile run to transition to grab the bike. I had ridden the bike course a few weeks ago so I knew what to expect. Overall the bike went well. Run course was 4 miles, that included a mile long climb up a steep fire road, and an equally steep descend for about 1/2 mile. The last mile was nice slight downhill through a small canyon,. I had a great run despite all my worries I wasn't ready. Overall I finished 5th in my age group which surprised me that I did so well, or the others in my age group did crappy

Finish time was 3:13 

Time for a beer and a nap

@AceWhite Good job!!! You were more ready than you thought. That sounded pretty tough, so

be proud of yourself!!!😄

Sounds like you had a great day! Congrats on a very respectable finish. You are one of the people here who inspires me to keep working hard at becoming more physically fit. Thanks for being such a good role model. 😊