Kathy's Training Log

[muddy]

Wow, yeah Kathy, what James said. After sets of 20 squats, you have a full pass to huff and puff for a good several minutes afterwards. It wouldn't be at all unusual to feel vaguely like you're drowning during a set of 20 either, or feel like you just cannot fill yourself full of air mid-set.

[Barry06GT]

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Wow Kathy, I should spend less time on Mars.

Squat: 70 reps off a 14 inch box is amazing! That is like super-pump, or something Dave Tate would do.

Your bench press is moving right up, 122.5 and you only missed one rep, except for the last set, so the rest was worth it.

BBR - I have that same pain. I presumed I was (am) doing something wrong. I will follow your log in case you find a fix that I can use.

You are one strong woman.

Do you ever get the whole family out throwing the football? That sounds like fun!
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[Kathy]

Do you ever get the whole family out throwing the football? That sounds like fun!

Funny you should mention that Barry! Weather was gorgeous today, 70F, leaves falling in all colors...Kids and I and some friends played at Salt Brook school playground for 2 hours today. AND, I was chasing the 6 yo's, pretend tackling, throwing and generally just getting them riled up. It was fun!! I threw a long pass and winced as my lats whimpered from yesterdays workout! It had a spiral on it though!

[Kathy]

Wow, yeah Kathy, what James said. After sets of 20 squats, you have a full pass to huff and puff for a good several minutes afterwards. It wouldn't be at all unusual to feel vaguely like you're drowning during a set of 20 either, or feel like you just cannot fill yourself full of air mid-set.

Well, alright, I feel better reading you say that. Was beginning to think I was a wuss. The weights are so tiny I just assumed I could cruise right through them.

[mjh]

just caught up on your log Kathy. 20 rep squats and PRs in both presses... kudos!

I'm also a big fan of using bands for pull/chin ups. I'm currently using the blue band and getting about 5-6 reps of chins and 4-5 of pull ups. Will be time to think about shifting gear into the little red band, which looks like it won't offer much help! It does make all the difference being able to do more quality reps than struggle and squirm on the bar for one or two, doesn't it.

I like reading about your sporting activities with the kids too. My best friend (who I workout with, he posts as jnjh) and I have stopped being drinking buddies and starting being gym buddies. In part because we want to set a good example to our future families (Jason will be a dad in just a few weeks). I look forward to having Sunday afternoon lifting sessions/ strongman competitions in the back yard, with a big BBQ feast to follow. The kegs will be lifted, not drunk from!

[guru]

Kathy, finishing a set of 20 rep squats with just the bar will leave you huffing & puffing - you have every right to huff, puff or even collapse to the floor.

Nice work, lady.

[Kathy]

I like reading about your sporting activities with the kids too. My best friend (who I workout with, he posts as jnjh) and I have stopped being drinking buddies and starting being gym buddies. In part because we want to set a good example to our future families (Jason will be a dad in just a few weeks). I look forward to having Sunday afternoon lifting sessions/ strongman competitions in the back yard, with a big BBQ feast to follow. The kegs will be lifted, not drunk from!

Leading by example with kids actually works. They are really interested in what I am doing and why I am doing it so it's great that you and Jason are in the habit now. My guys are dying to get into the weight room (they are not allowed, yet) but they do pullups and their version of pushups at home and at the park. I also have them balance on an upside down BOSU ball (those blue half ball things). They think they are surfing

[Kathy]

@Guru: Thanks!

Fri, Oct 23, 2009

Did some BW GM's earlier today and my back was really not feeling the love, so went w/plan B. Also still have DOMS from Wed's bench press.
Split Squats, 12.5lb DBs: 3x12 superset w/: hip raises on bench 3x12
Step Ups, 15lb DBs: 2x12

OHP, 1st attempt
45lbs 1x6
55 1x5
65 1x3
75 1x3
82.5lbs 5,4,4,4,4 Right shoulder had a tight spot in it.

Sumo DL
95lbs1x5
115 1x5
130 1x5 Back only complained when I stood up between sets.

Neutral grip pull ups, 70lb assist, try 10x4, beat 34: 7x4 then superset 3x4 with back extensions, 5lbs: 3x10

Gotta do prone bridges this weekend. And now it's out to dinner for a cheeseburger! Yummy! Happy weekend everyone.

[lifthard]

Caught up to your log...3 sets of 20 squats and I would be wheeled out of there. Awesome work!

[Kathy]

@lifthard: Thanks Steve-I feel better hearing you guys say that. Really thought I had lost all cardio capabilities!
I am laying off squats for awhile. The lower back issue (which has now sort of moved to be a hip issue too) keeps coming back every time I do them, even with just the bar. SO frustrating.

My computer got a virus so I've been unable to post until now. Computer tech got it all cleaned up and I upgraded my security software so all should be good. Note to self: When the pop up from security software says it's time to renew your subscription, don't wait 6 months to renew it

[Kathy]

Monday, Oct 25, 2009

Workout w/trainer:

Circuit 1
Cable Chest Flys - 15
Ring Push Ups - 15
Step Ups w/bicep curl, 15lb DB - 15 ea leg
Side to Side over BOSU and cable row (35lbs)-15

Circuit 2
Squat Jumps - 25, land softly in quarter squat position
Kettlebell Snatch - 30lbs - 25
Kettlebell Swings - 30lbs - 25
Med Ball Toss and squat - 12 lbs. Follow ball with your eyes. - 15
Pikes on Stab Ball, ankles tethered to double cable, 15lbs - 12
Knee Tucks when get too tired to do pikes - 12
Bicycles on BOSU - slow - 15 ea side.

Each circuit 3 times.

Was really tired when I was done with this.

[Kathy]

Tuesday, Oct 26, 2009

First Spin class - 60 minutes.

Hey, this is kind of fun! Might have found cardio I can do during the winter and I might actually enjoy. Sopping wet when I was finished and drank 32oz of water during class (which is a lot for me).

[Kathy]

Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2009

Split Squats, 12.5lb DBs: 3x12 superset w/ Step Ups, 12.5lb DBs: 3x12

BP, 2nd attempt
45lbs 1x10
65 1x7
95 1x5
115 1x3
122.5lbs 5x5 Hooray-PR! 1- 1 1/2 min rest first 2 sets, 2-2 1/2 min rest last 2 sets. Tough.
95 1x10 OK Muddy, if you read this, you are INSANE to do 100 reps of BP, or ANYTHING for that matter!

Superset w: Hip raises on bench 1x12 straight, 1x12 each side.

BBR
45lbs 1x7
65 1x4
70 5x5

Dips, 34lbs assist, 10x5
3x5, 1x4.5, 1x4 , 1x5, 1x5, sets were last 3 sets were circuited w/:

Pull Thrus: 95lbs 3x12

Ran out of time to finish the dip sets and do cable rows.

[Kathy]

Thurs, Oct 29, 2009

45 min spin class.

[atypical1]

I enjoy spin classes. They are a pretty fun way of getting your cardio in if you can't do it outside.

james