Feb./Mar. 2005 _ Brat's "Goodtime" Journal

[CF-OC_gal]

I had to name this journal something fun because I had such a good time back at the gym tonight. This was the first time I've lifted in a month. I was expecting more of a backslide in working weights but it was hardly noticable! I think I can attribute it to the BW circuit training.

Feb. 8 - Workout

WT: 132 lbs (I'm now just posting my weight that I take at home in the morning so if it seems less by a few pounds, it is)

TOD: 8:15pm
(5 min. warmup and stretching on stationary bike, 5 minutes light DB work)

lbs x reps
1. Deadlifts - (65x 10, 95x 8) 115x5, 125x5
2. Hyperextensions - 10 x 15
3. Bent over BB rowing - (50 x 8) 65 x5, 70x 5
4. Rev. grip narrow pulldown - 75x5, 90x5
5. Alt DB conc. curls - 15x8x8

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Previous Journal Threads on DF
1. Aug. - Oct. 2004
2. Oct.- Dec. 2004
3. Jan. 2005

[CF-OC_gal]

Feb. 9
WT: 132 lbs
30 min. yoga

[lara34]

Brat,
You are an inspiration to us all, and glad that you're feeling on top of the game. Maybe it's time to post some photo results for yourself and others?
Lara

[Life]

Glad you're enjoying your time at the gym...

I used to think when I first started this thing I would've hated going... but I must say, it's something I look forward to every evening!

Keep it up like always... you really are an inspiration like lara said...

[CF-OC_gal]

Originally Posted by lara34

Brat,
You are an inspiration to us all, and glad that you're feeling on top of the game. Maybe it's time to post some photo results for yourself and others?
Lara

There are no "results". I have no image or weight issues. Now that I have achieved consistency, my accomplishments are all inside me. I'm doing this because I want to always feel and move like I do now. Oh, and I want the freedom to eat what tastes good too!

Look at my avatar if you want to see what I once was (although the low res squashed me a bit ). Just add 21 years, 4" and 15 lbs to that photo and you've got me now! There's no mystery.

[CF-OC_gal]

Originally Posted by Life

Glad you're enjoying your time at the gym...

I used to think when I first started this thing I would've hated going... but I must say, it's something I look forward to every evening!

Keep it up like always... you really are an inspiration like lara said...

: Thanks to both of you for telling me.

[gcs118]

Great to see you lifting again Brat. The DLs are almost bodyweight already and the pulldowns were pretty darn good, too. You've got a strong back there!

[CF-OC_gal]

Originally Posted by gcs118

Great to see you lifting again Brat. The DLs are almost bodyweight already and the pulldowns were pretty darn good, too. You've got a strong back there!

It runs in the family thank goodness! I think I was doing something like 170 for 3 (with straps) when I weighed only 118 lbs, but then I could do 3 x 8 unassited pullups too! Actually my lower back has more of a 6-pack showing than my abs ever will these days!

[gcs118]

Originally Posted by Brat

It runs in the family thank goodness! I think I was doing something like 170 for 3 (with straps) when I weighed only 118 lbs, but then I could do 3 x 8 unassited pullups too!

Geeeeez girl. You've definitely got me beat on pull ups lol, and that 170 lbs is real impressive. You must have a great body, especially after your cardio/bodyweight month.

[CF-OC_gal]

Originally Posted by gcs118

Geeeeez girl. You've definitely got me beat on pull ups lol, and that 170 lbs is real impressive. You must have a great body, especially after your cardio/bodyweight month.

LOL - That was at age 26 when I had @ 13% bodyfat and energy to burn. I can't do pull ups without 70-90 lbs assist now. I did have a great body back then if you were into the "skinned rabbit" look. Now all I have is great posture and a youthful spring to my step for a 47 year old. I had my day in the sun. I certainly can't turn heads the way the girl at the gym did with her paperthin white tank top and aqua blue demi cup bra underneath. The poor guy ahead of me spotting his buddy on pulldowns missed his cue because he was busy wiping the drool from his mouth!

[CF-OC_gal]

Feb.10 - Leg Workout

TOD: 7:30 pm

1. Squats: (55x10, 75 x8) 95x5, 100x5
2. Box squats: (straddling a bench) 45x5, 50x5
3. Good mornings: (45x10) 65x5x5
4. Leg press: (45 deg) 140x5, 160x5
5. Standing Calf raise: 200x10, 220x8

Great workout again! I was tripping out, high on life like a little schoolgirl. (sorry TMI ) I don't think this box squat set up is quite right but it may have to do for now.

[CF-OC_gal]

Feb. 11 - Cardio 15 min walk/jog warmup, 30 min stair climbing and decending (w/cooldown)

FEb.12 - Chest and Shoulder Workout

TOD: 2:20pm

1. BB flat bench press: (55x10, 70x8) 80 x 5, 85 x 5
2. Incline DB press: 20 x 5, 25 x 5
3. Cable tricep pushdown: 45 x 10 x 10
4. DB Cuban Press 8lbs x 8x 8x 8
5. Side Lying Dumbbell Abduction: to 45° 8lbs x 7, 5 lbs x 8
6. L-Lateral Raise: 8 lbs x 8
7. Low Pulley External Rotation: 10lbs x 7-8 (lowest setting)

This is a really great shoulder workout although I need to spend more time on understanding the movements on #5-7 in order to get them perfect.

(I woke up with seriously delayed muscle soreness from my leg workout)

[CF-OC_gal]

Feb. 13 - 30 minute Lifecycle cardio

5 min. warm up (L1)
5 min. HR - 127 (L2), 100-117 watts, 77 rpm
15 min HR - 137-150 (L3), 117 watts, 77-80 rpm
5 min cooldown (L2-1)

Feb. 14 - day off
WT: 128 lbs

Amy rocks : She sent me El Pato sauce for Mexican rice! It works.

[CF-OC_gal]

I just wanted to note to keep posting my morning weight 'cuz I'm losing again. I was supposed to put on @ 5 lbs this winter and all I've managed to do is lose it. Yes I'm more fit but I'm not terribly happy about the leaness. I went out and bought 2 L of ice cream this morning. I'll add a serving to my breakfasts and see if that will be enough extra calories. If I cut out the cardio and the weight training (just do pilates, walking and dance DVDs) I'm fine but if I challenge myself in the slightest I get leaner than I like to be.

Feb. 15
WT: 130lbs (morning)
TOD: 8:20 pm
(10 min. warmup + light DB work)

lbs x reps
1. SL-Deadlifts - (65x 10, 95x 8) 115x5, 130x5 (using weaker grip)
2. Hyperextensions - 15 x 14
3. Bent over BB rowing - (45 x 10) 70 x 4, 70x 4
4. Rev. grip narrow pulldown - 90x8, 105x6x4
5. DB curls - 15x8x7

[gcs118]

Trouble gaining weight huh? Sounds like a serious problem Just messin' I'm the same way. I think people get jealous when I tell them I'm actually TRYING to GAIN weight!