November 29th - Core Training Class - 75 Day! - 75 of everything including: Crunches, L-ups, Hamstring Crunches, Jackknife Crunches, Squats. As well as cherry pickers with the medicine ball, jogging, planks (both sides and front (with dips)), and push-ups.
Today was intense! It was very difficult for me to complete all of the reps, and I left feeling very tired. However, though I'm a bit sore now (a few hours removed from the workout), I am confident that if I was to incorporate this high-intensity workout into my daily routine, I would become much stronger.
Overall, though they are a strain to complete, I'm enjoying these high-intensity workouts, and am sad to see the course coming to an end.
I'm looking forward to the next class, though!
Thursday, November 29, 2012
Tuesday, November 27, 2012
November 27, 2012
November 27th - Core Training - 100 Day! - 100 crunches, L-ups, bridge pulses, bridge pose, cherry pickers, and lunges. Also, planks, cherry pickers with the medicine ball, and push-ups!
Today's class was difficult! The 100 repetitions was definitely a strain, and became very tiring. However, it felt fantastic afterwards (having so fully exercised such a variety of muscles).
Even though this workout was incredibly intense, I enjoyed it a great deal! In the future, I will definitely keep in mind the value of numerous repetitions of the same exercise as opposed to numerous exercises with little repetition. This class demonstrated just how valuable depth, not breadth, is in a workout!
I'm looking forward to next class!
Today's class was difficult! The 100 repetitions was definitely a strain, and became very tiring. However, it felt fantastic afterwards (having so fully exercised such a variety of muscles).
Even though this workout was incredibly intense, I enjoyed it a great deal! In the future, I will definitely keep in mind the value of numerous repetitions of the same exercise as opposed to numerous exercises with little repetition. This class demonstrated just how valuable depth, not breadth, is in a workout!
I'm looking forward to next class!
Tuesday, November 20, 2012
November 20, 2012
November 20th - Core Training Class - Various Exercises including: Yoga (Tree Pose, Upward/Downward Dog, Warrior I/II), Squats, Lunges, Cherry Pickers, Reverse Crunches, Push-ups, Pilates 100, and other exercises that worked the arms, legs, and abs.
Today's lesson was a lot of fun. Each student chose their favorite exercise, and this gave the class a wide variety of workouts with both slow and fast paced exercises.
I chose a yoga pose (walk-down upward dog and walk-down downward dog). I chose this specific exercise because it gives the legs a good stretch, and always leaves me feeling relaxed and prepared for more intense workouts.
I was able to complete all of the exercises, and left the class feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. I'm looking forward to next class, and will definitely find time over break to keep exercising!
Today's lesson was a lot of fun. Each student chose their favorite exercise, and this gave the class a wide variety of workouts with both slow and fast paced exercises.
I chose a yoga pose (walk-down upward dog and walk-down downward dog). I chose this specific exercise because it gives the legs a good stretch, and always leaves me feeling relaxed and prepared for more intense workouts.
I was able to complete all of the exercises, and left the class feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. I'm looking forward to next class, and will definitely find time over break to keep exercising!
Thursday, November 15, 2012
November 15, 2012
November 15th - Core Training Class - Exercise Ball exercises including: Crunches, Planks (two-legged and one-legged), L-ups, Leg Lifts, Rolls, Squats, Push-ups, Jogging, and other exercises that worked primarily the abs and arms.
Today's workout was difficult but rewarding. After the class's end, I was very tired, but with an undeniable sense of achievement. I was able to complete all of the exercises (except for the planks on the exercise ball due to my inability to balance myself, even with my knees on the floor).
One exercise that I specifically enjoyed was the leg lifts, because it really targeted my abs, which is one of my goals to improve on. I will probably add this exercise to my workout plan!
Overall, today's lesson went very well, and I am looking forward to next class!
Today's workout was difficult but rewarding. After the class's end, I was very tired, but with an undeniable sense of achievement. I was able to complete all of the exercises (except for the planks on the exercise ball due to my inability to balance myself, even with my knees on the floor).
One exercise that I specifically enjoyed was the leg lifts, because it really targeted my abs, which is one of my goals to improve on. I will probably add this exercise to my workout plan!
Overall, today's lesson went very well, and I am looking forward to next class!
November 13, 2012
November 13th - Core Training Class - Partner Activities including: Lunges with the resistance bands, side-shuffle catch with the medicine ball, squats with the resistance bands, squats with the medicine ball, push-ups, and jogging.
This class went well. It wasn't as intense as a full class workout, and still left me feeling energized by the end. The resistance bands and medicine ball exercises are becoming a bit easier, which is encouraging (if that is an indication that I have become stronger, and am now able to better handle them).
Overall, I am feeling stronger and healthier than I did when I first started the course, and am definitely going to continue these workouts after the class has finished!
This class went well. It wasn't as intense as a full class workout, and still left me feeling energized by the end. The resistance bands and medicine ball exercises are becoming a bit easier, which is encouraging (if that is an indication that I have become stronger, and am now able to better handle them).
Overall, I am feeling stronger and healthier than I did when I first started the course, and am definitely going to continue these workouts after the class has finished!
Thursday, November 8, 2012
November 8, 2012
November 8th - Core Training Class - L-ups, planks, side planks, side dips, push-ups, squats (push up and push out), jogging, crunches, sit-ups, and various other exercises that worked the upper and lower abs, legs, and arms.
Today's lesson was very difficult. We went back to all of the old exercises and they were intense! I am definitely going to incorporate these exercises into my workout schedule because they pushed me and, though I could barely get through some of them, I hope to soon be able to complete the entire workout.
Upon leaving the class I felt very tired, but now, having spend a bit of time since the class, I am feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.
I am looking forward to next class and enjoyed getting back to the old exercises!
Today's lesson was very difficult. We went back to all of the old exercises and they were intense! I am definitely going to incorporate these exercises into my workout schedule because they pushed me and, though I could barely get through some of them, I hope to soon be able to complete the entire workout.
Upon leaving the class I felt very tired, but now, having spend a bit of time since the class, I am feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.
I am looking forward to next class and enjoyed getting back to the old exercises!
November 6, 2012
November 6th - Core Training Class - Student Lessons including: Insanity Core Training Program, and Free Weight Workout.
This class was very intense. The core training program was very difficult at times, and the free weight workout was also difficult at times. I might incorporate parts of the Insanity program into my workout schedule because though it was intense, I enjoyed it a great deal. It pushed me and, in continuing with it, I hope to be able to complete it one day (upon becoming fully in shape).
I'm starting to workout on my own now, and I am feeling a lot more physically fit than I did at the start of the semester. By creating a workout schedule, I hope to stick with core training even after the class ends because I am truly enjoying my improved physical well-being and don't want to go back to my less physically fit self.
This class was very intense. The core training program was very difficult at times, and the free weight workout was also difficult at times. I might incorporate parts of the Insanity program into my workout schedule because though it was intense, I enjoyed it a great deal. It pushed me and, in continuing with it, I hope to be able to complete it one day (upon becoming fully in shape).
I'm starting to workout on my own now, and I am feeling a lot more physically fit than I did at the start of the semester. By creating a workout schedule, I hope to stick with core training even after the class ends because I am truly enjoying my improved physical well-being and don't want to go back to my less physically fit self.
Thursday, November 1, 2012
November 1, 2012
November 1st -- Core Training Class -- Two Student Lessons: Yoga (with Sun Salutation), Core Workout (focusing on bottom and legs)
Today's lesson was VERY enjoyable. I loved both lessons, especially because they each incorporated yoga influences, which really enjoy. The first lesson's "Sun Salutation" is an exercise that I am considering doing every morning, and the second lesson was the perfect combination of exercises and rest (so I felt neither too strained nor too at ease).
Also, in accordance with my goal to become more all-around physically fit and toned, I am going to start running in the mornings. Right now, I am planning to run for about a mile, but, as I get used to this course, I will likely lengthen my runs and intensify my daily workout.
I am looking forward to the next class, and am truly motivated to start running every day!
Today's lesson was VERY enjoyable. I loved both lessons, especially because they each incorporated yoga influences, which really enjoy. The first lesson's "Sun Salutation" is an exercise that I am considering doing every morning, and the second lesson was the perfect combination of exercises and rest (so I felt neither too strained nor too at ease).
Also, in accordance with my goal to become more all-around physically fit and toned, I am going to start running in the mornings. Right now, I am planning to run for about a mile, but, as I get used to this course, I will likely lengthen my runs and intensify my daily workout.
I am looking forward to the next class, and am truly motivated to start running every day!
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