Workout Routine: Margret Gnarr | Cut and Jacked

Getting tired of my current routine.  It has been a couple of months now, so it is time to switch it up.  I am going to try this 6 day a week working routine form Margret Gnarr!

WOOP!

Workout Routine: Margret Gnarr | Cut and Jacked

Monday/Legs and Glutes

Squats (Deep) 8-12 reps x 4 sets
Cable Kickbacks 8-12 reps x 4 sets
Buttblaster (Smith) 8-12 reps x 4 sets
Legpress 15 reps x 4 sets

SUPERSET 8-12 reps x 4 sets
Leg extension
Leg curls

Kickbacks (All the way up and half way up) 10 reps x 4 sets

Tuesday/Back and abs

Pullups with assistance 8-12 reps x 4 sets
Lat Pulldown wide grip 8-12 reps x 4 sets
Pulldown close grip 8-12 reps x 4 sets
seated cable row 8-12 reps x 4 sets
T-bar row 8-12 reps x 4 sets
straight arm pulldown 8-12 reps x 4 sets

SUPERSET 15 reps x 4
Cable crunches
Hyperextensions

sit ups in declined bench 15 reps x 4 sets
sit ups with medicine ball (slowly down) 10 reps x 4 sets

Wednesday/Plyos and hamstrings

Plyo Box jumping:
Jump without a running start 5 x 2, 3 x 2, 1 x 2
Jump without a running start from a bench 5 x 2,3 x 2,1 x 2
jump on one foot without a running start 5 x 2, 3 x 2,1 x 2
Explosive box jumping between boxes (2 - 3 boxes) 5 x 4

Hamstring Hyperextensions 15 x 4 sets
Light Stiffed leg deadlift 15x4 sets
Leg curls 8 - 12 x 4 sets

Thursday/Shoulders and Hands

Side lateral raise 10 reps x 4 sets
Seated dumbbell press 10 reps x 4 sets
Cable row rear-delt rows 10 reps x 4 sets
lever shoulder press 10 x 4 sets

Superset 10 reps x 4
Bicep curl
tricep kickback

Superset 10 reps x 4 sets
Cable curl
bench dips

Superset 10 reps x 4 sets
Preacher curl
bench press

Scull crusher 10 reps x 4 sets
concentration Curl 10 reps x 4 sets

Friday/glutes, Calves and abs

Superset 4x

Lunges 10 each leg
Squats (deep) 10 reps

Cable kickbacks 10 reps x 4 sets
Legpress 20 reps x 4 sets

Calf raise 15 reps x 4 sets

Ab roller 10 reps x 4 sets
Crunches 10 reps x 4 sets
Leg raises 20 reps x 4 sets

Kettlebell swing 20 reps x 4 sets

Saturday/Stretching and light upper body

12:00 Stretching class at my gym

Bench-press 10 reps x 3 sets
Pushups 10 reps x 3 sets
Military shoulderpress 10 reps x 3 sets
Upright cable row 10 reps x 3 sets

Bench-press (Tricep) 10 reps x 3 sets
Scullcrusher 10 reps x 3 sets
Crossbody hammer curl 10 reps x 3 sets
Cable curl 10 reps x 3 sets

Woo hoo!  Get fit, STAY fit!

Progress...

Seeing great changes.  More work to be done to get to where i want and stay there! 

Hopefully the goal is reached by Christmas.  Great timing,  huh??

My favorite shoulder moves!

Working my shoulders is probably the most enjoyable workouts!  That will probably change soon.  I also love to work my back, but I will save that workout for another day.

Below is a list of my favorite shoulder moves, to get those strong, tones shoulders and look great in those tanks!

Dumbbell Rows- 3 sets 12

Military Press- 3 sets 10
or try the 21(4 sets of 21- 7 half way up, 7 half way down, 7 full move)

Incline Press- 3 sets 10-12
or try the 21(4 sets of 21- 7 half way up, 7 half way down, 7 full move)

Shoulder Shrugs- 2 sets 6 or failure

(My least favorite of all) Lateral Dumbbell raises- 3 sets 12-15

Enjoy your sexy shoulders!!

It's Friday, Friday, Friday!

Whoes ready for the weekend!?  I am!!

First, Back and Biceps!

Warm Up: Run 20 minutes
Abs: Russian Twists- 3 sets 15
V-Sits- 3 sets 12
Prone Jackknife (on ball)- 3 sets 15
Rockers on BOSU- 2 sets 20 (each side)

Bent Row- 3 sets 8-10

Bicep Curls- 3 sets 8-10

Concentration Curls- 3 sets 8 (each side)

Seated Cable Rows- 3 sets 8-10

Laying Dumbbell Pullover- 3 sets 12

Prone Quadruped- 2 sets 15 (each side)

Kettlebell Windmills- 2 sets 8 (each side)

Hammer Curls- 2 sets 8-10

Have a good one!  Work hard and Get Fit, STAY Fit!!!!!

Packers Win!!

great game last night!  It was awesome to see the Packers beat the Bears, once again!  Our household was a little quiet by the end, but I was smiling inside :)

Tuesday is here!

I think today, we will focus on legs!

I am starting to see positive changes in my posterior again! :)

Leg Day:
Warm Up: Abs
Side Planks; 45-60 seconds
Plant rotations: 2 sets 20 each side
Hyper Extensions

Squats: No weight- 2 sets 10-12 Warm Up
Squats: Weight- 3 sets 6-10; drop weight to failure

Lunges: Weight- 3 sets 6-10

Step-Ups: No weight- 3 sets 24

Leg Press: 3 sets 10

Spider Crawl: 2 sets 15 (each side)

Calf raises: 2 sets 20

 

It's Monday again!

I hope everyone enjoyed their weekends, and more importantly, the first weekend of NFL football!!  I very much enjoyed every minute.

Back to the grind today!  I was a bit tired after work, but I find that if I can manage to get my shoes on, I have no problems once I get to the gym.

Here was today's work out:

Warm Up:  Abs
Roman Twists- 3 sets 25 (each side)
V- Sits: 3 sets 30
Rockers on the BOSU: 2 sets 25
all with 6lb ball

Reverse Flys: 3 sets 10-12

Flys: 3 sets 12-15

Lateral raises/bicep curls: 3 sets 10

Triceps extension: 3 sets 12

Elevated Push ups: 2 sets failure

Lat Pull downs: 3 sets 10

Took the dog for a walk :)

Monday is supposed to be my leg day, but I HATE both Mondays and legs... so I save legs for Wednesday, it doesn't seem so bad then!

GET FIT, STAY FIT!!!

Progressions!

More protein in my diet, hoping to see overall changes!

Its that time again!

Football season means beer, chips, and fun!  Remember that cheating is ok as long as you keep it under control and do it wisely!   Snack on veggies rather tban chips (they are always at the party!)  Or be the one to BRING the veggie try, just in case! 

Chili Garlic Edamame!

I LOVE edamame and I am always looking for now ways to prepare it.  This recipe was found on lifeofambrosia.com!  When my Mom and Dad visited Toronto we had lunch at Jack Astor's and I introduced them to this delicious treat!  My Mom recently asked for the recipe, and this was the best one I could find.  It looks delicious and I can't wait to try it myself.  I also have a recipe for homemade Sambal Oelek in case you want to make the whole thing from scratch.

YUM!

Serves 4

You will need:

• 1 pound edamame in shells
• 1 tablespoon peanut oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons sambal oelek
• kosher salt

1. Cook edamame according to package directions. Transfer to a bowl.
2. Heat peanut oil in a small pan over medium heat. Add garlic and sambal oelek and cook for 30 seconds.
3. Pour chili-garlic mixture over the top of edamame and toss to coat. Sprinkle with kosher salt.
4. Serve.

Enjoy!

RTO Video #10: Legs Muscle and Fitness Hers

Awesome video!RTO Video #10: Legs Muscle and Fitness Hers

Chocolate Banana Protein Bars!

Check out the recipe at Fitness RX Mag!

Chocolate Banana Swirl Protein Bars – GLUTEN FREE

Yields 6 bars

Each Bar: 185 Calories| Protein 19g | Carbs 24g | Fat 2g

The 8 Wonders Of Matcha Green Tea

I found a great article on Shapemagazine.com and that lead me to look up Matcha.  Matcha is green tea powder from Japan.  There are so many great health benefits to using the powder for cooking, beverages, etc.  Much higher benefits than trying to drink the equal amount of green tea (10 cups to one cup with Matcha powder).

Courtesy Of Bodybuilding.com

Zen Buddhist monks don’t know much about building muscle, but they know a lot about living long, unstressed lives. One of their secrets: drinking matcha green tea.

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by Dr. Sara Solomon P.T., DMD Feb 24, 2012

If you're not drinking matcha green tea yet, you're behind the times! Get with the program and try this metabolism-enhancing, stress-reducing, immune-boosting, cholesterol-lowering, teenage-mutant-ninja cancer fighter!

Although people drank green tea in China more than 1,000 years ago, it became an important part of the Japanese culture. They named the tea matcha¹. Zen Buddhist monks drank it to remain alert and calm during long hours of meditation².

Japanese tea leaves grow in the shade to increase chlorophyll content. These chlorophyll-rich leaves are then handpicked, steamed, dried and ground into a fine green powder³.

The history and cultivation of the tea is interesting, but what matters most to health enthusiasts is its antioxidant content. One cup of matcha green tea has as many antioxidants as 10 cups of regular tea! That's almost exactly the same ratio to the "spider strength" Peter Parker gets when he puts on his suit!

Fit To A Tea

6.2 times that of Goji Berries

7 times that of Dark Chocolate

17 times that of Wild Blueberries

60.5 times that of Spinach

The tea's power is so super because entire leaves³ are dissolved in water rather than steeped in bags. Instead of throwing away the leaves, you ingest all their antioxidant powers.

Those numbers are off the charts. Matcha green tea possesses antioxidant levels 6.2 times that of goji berries, 7 times that of dark chocolate, 17 times that of wild blueberries and 60.5 times that of spinach¹! Holy St. Francis, Batman!

And that's not all! Matcha's magnificence makes a long list.

1/

Cancer

Preventer

Green tea contains potent antioxidants called catechins, which scavenge for dangerous free radicals in the body. The most powerful catechin found in green tea is EGCG (epigallocatechin gallate), which is believed to be a powerful anti-carcinogen⁴.

A 2003 University of Colorado study confirmed that drinking 1 cup of matcha green tea has 137 times the amount of antioxidant EGCG compared to a conventional cup of green tea¹.

2/

Anti-

Ager

One of the locales in the world where people live the longest is Okinawa, Japan. The Okinawan people's longevity has been partly attributed to regular consumption of Matcha Green Tea¹.

Matcha green tea is the most popular green tea in Japan, but is rapidly gaining more popularity throughout the world because of its ability to combat inflammation, oxidation and aging.

3/

Heart Disease Preventer:

Lowers LDL "Bad" Cholesterol

A 2011 study featured in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition demonstrated that administration of green tea beverages or extracts significantly lowered serum total cholesterol and LDL "Evil Emperor Zurg" cholesterol concentrations⁵.

4/

Weight Loss

Aid

A 1999 study featured in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition demonstrated that green tea extract rich in catechins has thermogenic properties and promotes fat oxidation beyond that explained by the tea's caffeine content.

It was found that consuming green tea increased thermogenesis (the body's rate of burning calories) from 8-10% to 35-43% of daily energy expenditure⁶.

Another study demonstrated that exercising immediately after drinking matcha green tea resulted in 25% more fat burning during exercise⁴.

Both studies suggest matcha green tea can enhance both resting metabolic rate and fat burning - can I get an Amen?!

5/

 

Detoxifier

Matcha is grown in the shade, which is why it is richer in chlorophyll than other green teas. Chlorophyll is the pigment responsible for giving leaves their green color. The Hulk would be proud!

Chlorophyll is purported to detoxify the body¹, but this has yet to be scientifically proven. I wanted to mention it because of its supposed ability to clear the body of toxins, heavy metals, poisons, dioxins and hormone disrupters.

6/

Mind

Improver

Matcha green tea contains up to 5 times more L-theanine than conventional green tea². L-theanine is an amino acid with psychoactive properties, capable of inducing alpha wave activity in the brain.

Stress is known to induce the brain's beta wave activity, leading to a more agitated state. Alpha wave activity can relieve stress, promote relaxation and even lower blood pressure¹.

Although matcha contains some caffeine, the relaxing properties of L-theanine counterbalance the "jittery" effects of caffeine. Therefore, a cup of matcha green tea promotes concentration and clarity of mind without producing any of the nervous energy typically associated with coffee².

7/

 

Fiber

Matcha green tea leaves contain a high level of easily-absorbable dietary fiber. The benefits of dietary fiber include its ability to ease constipation and stabilize blood sugar levels.

8/

Energy

Booster

Try a cup of matcha green tea as an afternoon "pick-me-up" anytime you need extra focus. matcha green tea is an ideal substitute for coffee because it provides an energy boost without the headaches¹ you might get from a coffee crash.

Tips To Better Your Matcha Experience

Matcha green tea is available as a concentrated powder and can be found at health food stores. I recommend organic matcha, because it is produced without any artificial fertilizers, herbicides or pesticides.

Do not add matcha green tea powder to boiling water because it will taste "grassy."⁷ Boil the water and let it sit for 5 minutes before adding the tea.

It might take some time to get used to matcha's flavor. Give in to the power of the tea!

References:

1. http://living-qi.com
2. http://www.matchasource.com/matcha-tea-health-benefits-s/14.htm
3. www.thenibble.com
4. Xin-Xin Zheng, Yan-Lu Xu, et al. Green tea intake lowers fasting serum total and LDL cholesterol in adults: a meta-analysis of 14 randomized controlled trials Am J Clin Nutr August 2011.
5. Abdul G Dulloo, Claudette Duret, et al. Efficacy of a green tea extract rich in catechin polyphenols and caffeine in increasing 24-h energy expenditure and fat oxidation in humans. American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, Vol. 70, No. 6, 1040-1045, December 1999
6. http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/3-surprising-ways-break-through-your-weight-loss-plateau

Hot Legs Work Out!

Slim It, Trim It, Tone It!

Written by FitnessRx StaffSunday, 26 August 2012 00:00

Ab, Thigh & Butt Blaster!

Want to achieve the lean and fit body of an athlete? Then look no further than this Ab, Thigh and Butt Blaster from IFBB Bikini Pro Justine Munro. This workout will get you the small and tight body you dream of, while at the same time helping you to achieve a round and full rear. So get ready to slim, trim and tone!

Justine Munro’s Ab, Thigh and Butt Blaster

This workout can be done once or twice per week. Start with once a week and then as you become more advanced, it can be added on a second day. Make sure on the other days of the week to incorporate upper-body training as well as cardio.

EXERCISE TIPS!

Wide Squats: Stand with feet wider than shoulder-width apart. Cross your arms at your chest and sit back as if you’re looking for a chair behind you. Push from your heels to return to starting position.

Reverse Lunges: Stand with your feet together and arms crossed at your chest. Take one step backward into lunge position. Bring that foot back to starting position and alternate between legs. Repeat for reps.

Leg Extensions: Using the leg extension machine, set the machine to fit your body. Be sure the ankle bar is resting at your ankles, and keep your feet flexed.

Leg Presses: Using the leg press machine, keep your feet about shoulder-width apart. Always be sure to push with your heels.

Smith Machine Lunges: Using the Smith machine, rack the bar to accommodate your height. Stand in center of bar and place the bar to rest on your shoulders. Step one foot forward and the other behind you so that when you lower your body, you will be in lunge position; be sure your knees do not go over your ankles. Push with the heels and repeat with the other leg.

One-Leg Squats: Use the smith machine bar for stability; stand with one foot resting atop the other. Squat down and back, imagining you’re looking for a chair behind you. Push with your heels to starting position and repeat for reps. Repeat with the other leg.

Stiff-Leg Deadlifts: Stand with feet just less than shoulder-width apart and knees slightly bent. Grasp a bar or dumbbells in your hands; keeping your back straight and chest out, bend at the waist and lower the weights toward the floor. Use your glutes to pull yourself back up into starting position. It’s important you keep your back straight and knees slightly bent throughout the entire movement. You should feel a stretch in your glutes and hamstrings.

Wide Sumo Squats: Stand with feet wide and toes pointed out. Hold a dumbbell between your legs or at your chest. Squat down and push with your heels back to starting position.

Pop Squats: Similar to a jumping jack. Start with feet together, jump to feet wide and then squat down. As you jump back up, move your feet together to starting position. Repeat. This exercise should be performed quickly and explosively.

Healthy Snacks for Back-to-School Muscle and Fitness Hers

>Trail Mix: Mix together ¼ cup low-sugar cereal, ¼ cup dried fruit and ¼ cup nuts in a sandwich bag.

> Ants on a Log: Create the “Ants on a log” snack by spreading natural peanut butter on a celery stick and topping with raisins.

> Kabobs: Make simple snack kabobs by placing cubes of cheese, of a variety of fruits on a pretzel stick.

> Tortilla Roll Ups: With a little extra time and effort tortilla roll ups or pinwheels are nutrient packed and delish! On a tortilla, spread natty peanut butter and sugar free jelly, roll up then slice into 1" pieces to make pinwheels.

> Kale Chips: Still my all-time favorite quick, healthy snack idea. For 2 servings, wash and dry 1 bunch of Kale, remove the stems, tear into small pieces and place in a bag with 1 Tbsp. olive oil and 2 Tbsp. Parmesan cheese then toss to coat. Spread Kale pieces on a cookie sheet and sprinkle with sea salt. Preheat your oven to 325 degrees, and bake for15 minutes or until Kale is crispy.

Full article here: Healthy Snacks for Back-to-School Muscle and Fitness Hers

Weekly Cooking

This is on my list of things to do this evening to prepare for the week!  Among others!

TO DO!

1. Make Quinoa
2. Freeze EVOO and Spices
3. Make Chicken, Steak, Pork Chops
4. Chop veggies and make baggies
5. WORK OUT!!
6. Make Ahead: Asian Chicken Noodle Bowl

Asian Chicken Noodle Bowl

Life is easier when you can put all of your meal's ingredients in one pot

February 23, 2012

Kelly Wangard

(SERVES 4)

* 1 Tbsp. olive oil
* 1 yellow onion, chopped
* 4 carrots, diced
* 2 garlic cloves, chopped
* 2 Tbsp. chopped ginger
* 1 jalapeno, diced
* 2 cups shredded green Savoy cabbage
* 1 whole chicken, roasted and shredded (meat only)
* 5 cups chicken broth
* 4 oz. udon noodles
* 1 Tbsp. soy sauce
* 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
* 1 lime, cut into wedges

1/ Heat a large soup pot to medium heat and add olive oil. Add onion, carrots, garlic, ginger and jalapeno, and cook until onion is light golden brown.

2/ Add cabbage, chicken and broth, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Add noodles and soy sauce, and cook for four minutes.

3/ Garnish with cilantro and lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts (per serving): 373 calories, 38 g protein, 35 g carbs, 9 g fat, 2 g fiber, 2 g sugar, 768 mg sodium

After taking my much needed week off, I am ready to get back on the saddle!  Can't wait :)

To be Gluten Free or Not to Be.. That is the question

Not really.  This quote really says it all.."Gluten-free doesn't necessarily equal healthy, especially when people yank vitamin-enriched and wholegrain foods from their diets and replace them with gluten free brownies," - Shelley Case, R.D., author of Gluten-Free Diet: A Comprehensive Resource Guide and a medical advisory board member for the Celiac Disease Foundation.

The reason many are migrating to Gluten-Free diets is to be healthier and naturally feel better.  What this article is explaining is that Gluten-Free diets don't work for everyone.  

Like anything else in life, people are created differently. What works for by best friend Amanda, doesn't necessarily work for me.  The biggest point being, she has suffered from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and needs to be cognitive of her gluten intake.  

Staying away from Gluten may not be as easy or as "healthy" as it sounds.  Many of us need the vitamins found in breads and pastas (yes, that includes whole wheat).  If we stray away form those foods and do not understand how to replenish the vitamins being lost, one could end up being malnourished (which seems a bit ironic).   

Don't get me wrong, eating a classic italian meal of pasta, bread and wine every night isn't going to do anyone justice either.  But making changes in the right way, and keeping all food groups balanced is the right idea.  If you can remember the food pyramid we are all "supposed" to follow, it seems almost impossible to intake all of those foods at the required amounts everyday.  

Vegetables and proteins should be at the base of everyone's pyramid.  Followed by whole grains and fruits.  I have a strong believe that more people have a slight wheat allergy and dairy intolerance that we presume.  Below is FDA food pyramid.  I find it very confusing as to why we have to eat so much bread, cereal and pasta!  I would be full all the time and not have room for the actual good stuff!  The one thing they DO have right, it the water intake!  Drink 8 oz of water everyday!

Now, I have taken the above pyramid, that I don't believe in and modified it just a little...  I guess my proteins got cut off!  3-4 servings per day.  I feel like this is a much better and easier pyramid to follow.  Others may not agree.  But like I said earlier, we are all different.

Lastly, IF you do choose to cut out any one food group, be smart.  Take vitamins to replace those you are no longer getting from foods.  Also, Sugar free, gluten free, whatever... read your labels.  Just because something looks like a cat, talks like a cat, and sounds like a cat, doesn't always mean it is a cat.  If you think it is too good to be true, it probably is.  There is no diet or healthy living plan in which you can have your cake and eat it everyday... sorry to burst the bubble!

FYI:
From Harvard School of Public Health.

Do not be Fooled by the New Smoking Sensation

The New Smoking Sensation

Back and Bi's Workout to try!

http://www.bodydesignpersonaltraining.com/blog/category/exercise/wods/

Packer Pro Shop Wish List!

This years list of treasures I desire from by beloved Packers!!

GO PACK GO!

https://secure.packersproshop.com/wishlist/list_b2ff0a0f6bb6ec56/36ad7d510c7ef746/

10 k Race

After completing Tough Mudder, i really want to keep my motivation and spirit up!  I am thinking of completing a 10k race.  Got my training program, now I just need to find a race!!

For some reason the picture wont post.  Here is the link!

http://www.womenshealthmag.com/files/pdfs/beginner-10K-plan.pdf

Post Tough Mudder!

It was a great weekend!  Lots of pasta :)

Tough Mudder was such a  fantastic experience, and I am so honored that I had the opportunity to participate.  I have never seen so many people work together towards one goal, finishing.  It was the BEST!

I was nervous that I wouldn't perform well, or that I hadn't trained enough, and to my delight, I was in great shape for the course.  I would have like to be able to complete a few obstacles (funky monkey and the rings) however, my hands were wet and I simply didn't have the ability to complete them, so I fell and swam instead.  I tried though, and that is the most important.  I gave it my all.

My team was great, and the other participants were amazing as well.  It really made me excited and feel so much better about myself.  I have a new found eagerness to be fit and make myself better.  One race, has really changed everything for me.  If I can complete a 12 mile intense obstacle course, what else am I capable of!?  I don't know the answer to that, but I REALLY want to find out!!

I am so pumped!  I need to keep myself active and working so I can stay on this high. I must admit, the BEST part of the course was not completing it, but truly being there for others and helping to motivate and push my team to the finish line!  It was such a great feeling for me.  I WANT MORE!!!

Back to instructing????  Hmm, I certainly think so!  I can also use this experience to inspire others!

WOO HOOO!!

GET FIT, STAY FIT!

US Women's Gymnastics strikes again!!!!

Batman!

The movie was great!  I love the story, and everyone in it did a great job!  I was a little weary about Ann Hathaway as Cat Woman, but she nailed it!

Go see it if you haven't! :)

Man of Steel

Can't wait to see Batman (even with the horrifying events that happened) and Man of Steel next year!

View the trailer!

http://ca.eonline.com/news/332226/new-man-of-steel-teaser-trailer-not-one-but-two-versions-check-em-out

Looks so good!!!!

Determine your bodytype

Workouts and training work for different people for different reasons.  There is no ONE secret about getting fit and in shape.  There is no ONE key to success.  Everyone is different and needs to listen and focus on their body type for the best results.  Stop worrying about what others do, because it may not 1) be working for them, or 2)work for you!

Determine your bodytype Muscle and Fitness Hers:

Where are you?  I feel I am somewhere between Mesomorph and Ectomorph.  I do not have well defined muscles, and have always been pretty thin, however I can develop muscle quickly and have a higher metabolism.

'via Blog this'

It's been awhile

So much has happened in the last couple weeks.  First thing on my mind... Doing my Tough Mudder circuit the day after my leg workout is HORRIBLE!  AH, so much pain, but hey... maybe it will make me stronger in the race!

Another funny story: Apparently last week at our softball game, the other team was not impressed with our behavior.  We were not obnoxious at all and were having fun (they beat us by 1, btw).

Apparently, their captain (who was NOT at the game) got a very poor synopsis of the game from his fellow team members.  He proceeded to give us only 3 spirit points.  In the email that follow up, he stated that we were unsportsmanlike like and had bad attitudes.  He had never seen such behavior in sports.

OK buddy, #1) Have you EVER played organized sports before?  We were not swearing, we were not starting fights, we were not calling plays deliberately in our favor.

We enjoyed ourselves, and the team was a bunch of babies (in my opinion).

That was the highlight of Monday.  hearing all that unfold was great.  Tonight is our celebration for being the CHAMPS!  WOO HOO!!!

Doggy Workout

So, yesterday I was doing my "Tough Mudder" workout, and my dog wanted to play, play, PLAY!

So when I was finished I got down to do my ab workout, and grabbed his tug rope.  Doing my normal "lift and lower legs and arms" routine, I played tug with him.  Letting him thinking he was winning when I lowered my arms, and pulled him across the floor when lifting my arms back to 90 degrees.

Then we did a little triceps.  Let him stand at my head, and I did ti pulls (or that's what I call them).  Let me tell you it was a great workout!  I think I am going to try to incorporate him more into my routine!

Love my Dingo!

Booty Booty Booty, Rockin Everywhere!

I HAD to share this.  So funny.