I took yesterday off, and hit it hard at the gym today. I developed a nasty cold over the past couple of days. My energy is fine, no fever, but the congestion, sore throat, runny nose, etc., just sucks. So I wanted to hit the gym hard today to sweat this thing out. I wasn't paying attention necessarily to distance, speed, or strength, just sweat ethic. The amazing thing is that I did great cardio, and even did a great job on my strength workout. It always amazes me that even when you feel the least strong or healthy, your body performs otherwise. We all have bad days, but just go anways.
Cardio: Elliptical
33 minutes. Unfortunately all the New Years noobs took all the good machines, and the only decent elliptical was one that wouldn't turn on. I have no idea how fast it said I was going or mileage. I just went as fast as I could for 33 minutes, including a cool-down. Never make excuses because of other people using your fave equipment.
*Elliptical tip*: To add more stability and core into your elliptical run, let go of the bars or handles and "run" on it like normal. This can improve balance and core overtime. It feels like you'll fall off at first, but it incorporates so many more muscles, it's worth the extra effort.
Strength Workout: Legs
Circuit Supersets, Astrofit method
10 reps Leg Extension
10 reps Leg Curls
10 reps Hip Abductor
10 reps Hip Inductor
10 reps Lunges
10 reps Calf Raises
*Rest & Stretch 2 mins*
Other:
Weighted ab curls on a ball until failure
Weighted oblique twists until failure
Whole body strech
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