I planned on getting up and going to CF this morning, but I overslept a bit. So, I decided that a run along the beach was in order. It was absolutely beautiful this morning - perfect weather, fresh air, and before I knew it I had run 4 miles.
I could really get used to this life!
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
Monday, February 20, 2012
Saturday, 02.18.12
Rest Day
Today I was going to join LCF for a beach WOD, but the gang wanted to go to breakfast so that's what we did. We ate at The Gazebo, and while everyone else ate macadamia nut pancakes with fresh coconut syrup, I had to go with the gluten free option - a shrimp omelet with mushrooms, onion, cheese, avocado, and hollandaise sauce. Luckily it was delicious and it almost made up for not getting to eat those mac nut pancakes.
And while technically today was a rest day, I did get some physical activity in:
Today I was going to join LCF for a beach WOD, but the gang wanted to go to breakfast so that's what we did. We ate at The Gazebo, and while everyone else ate macadamia nut pancakes with fresh coconut syrup, I had to go with the gluten free option - a shrimp omelet with mushrooms, onion, cheese, avocado, and hollandaise sauce. Luckily it was delicious and it almost made up for not getting to eat those mac nut pancakes.
And while technically today was a rest day, I did get some physical activity in:
Friday, 02.17.12
The view after my workout this morning.
Strength:
Push Press
3x5 @ 50%
75% x 5
85% x 3
95% x 1+
3x5 @ 55#, 75x5, 85x3, 95x3
Metcon:
15 min AMRAP
5 pull-up
10 burpees
15 wall balls (14#)
6 rounds +4 pull-ups rx
Sunday, February 19, 2012
Thursday, 02.16.12
"Randy"
75 Power Snatch @45#
8:32
Then: Run the loop 3 times, running uphill backwards
First thing Anthony said to me when I walked in was "get ready to sweat today". I knew he wasn't kidding because I was already sweating when I walked in because of the humidity here. It's not too bad - I've felt worse in Boston one summer, but it's definitely noticeable!
I did "Randy" in 8:32 - about 1 minute slower than my PR. I had to use a men's 45# bar so that slowed me down because it was my grip that was fatiguing before anything else. I guess I'm spoiled using the "ladies bar" all the time.
I also didn't pack long socks or long pants, so I kept hitting my shins. I have to admit that the vain side of me was worried about how I would look walking on the beach with ugly red scrapes on my shins, but the competitive side of me won out and...well, I've got ugly red scrapes to show off on my shins!
I'm not sure how far each loop was that we ran - I'm guessing 400m, with about a third of it running backwards uphill each time. I'm going to go ahead and mention - purely for entertainment value - that I ran right into a parked car as I was traveling backwards, which made me feel about as dumb as I felt running backwards up a hill. But luckily I was moving super slow so no harm done except to my pride. And one glance up at the deep blue waters on the horizon and all feelings of embarrassment were quickly forgotten. Amazing how such a beautiful view can do that to you, if you happened to be dumb enough to run into a parked car.
75 Power Snatch @45#
8:32
Then: Run the loop 3 times, running uphill backwards
First thing Anthony said to me when I walked in was "get ready to sweat today". I knew he wasn't kidding because I was already sweating when I walked in because of the humidity here. It's not too bad - I've felt worse in Boston one summer, but it's definitely noticeable!
I did "Randy" in 8:32 - about 1 minute slower than my PR. I had to use a men's 45# bar so that slowed me down because it was my grip that was fatiguing before anything else. I guess I'm spoiled using the "ladies bar" all the time.
I also didn't pack long socks or long pants, so I kept hitting my shins. I have to admit that the vain side of me was worried about how I would look walking on the beach with ugly red scrapes on my shins, but the competitive side of me won out and...well, I've got ugly red scrapes to show off on my shins!
I'm not sure how far each loop was that we ran - I'm guessing 400m, with about a third of it running backwards uphill each time. I'm going to go ahead and mention - purely for entertainment value - that I ran right into a parked car as I was traveling backwards, which made me feel about as dumb as I felt running backwards up a hill. But luckily I was moving super slow so no harm done except to my pride. And one glance up at the deep blue waters on the horizon and all feelings of embarrassment were quickly forgotten. Amazing how such a beautiful view can do that to you, if you happened to be dumb enough to run into a parked car.
Wednesday, 02.15.12
I'm lucky enough to have Lahaina CrossFit just up the road from me. They have a 6 am and 7 am class which is perfect for me to sneak out and get my workout in first thing while everyone is still sleeping. My family and friends think I'm crazy for working out while I'm on vacation, but I have to feed the addiction!
I met Anthony Bianucci, owner and trainer at LCF. He was super friendly and welcoming and gave me a bunch of tips on things to do, sights to see, and places to eat. I was in class with one other girl that lived in Hawaii but was from Calistoga. We were remarking on what a small world it is when Anthony mentioned that his best friend lives in Winters, and all of us there knew where Winters was!
Deadlift
3x5 @ 50%
5 @75%
3 @ 85%
1+ @95%
I went light on the deadlifts, working on form and got up to 155 which is where I stayed for the met-con
5 Rounds for time:
3 Deadlift @ 75% of 1RM
5 Strict Chin-ups
Traveling burpees from rack to parking lot.
Time: 7:34
I thought the traveling burpees were "fun" (a burpee, followed by a broad jump. The further you jump, the less burpees you end up having to do) and want to try them in a WOD sometime.
Time: 7:34
I thought the traveling burpees were "fun" (a burpee, followed by a broad jump. The further you jump, the less burpees you end up having to do) and want to try them in a WOD sometime.
Saturday, February 18, 2012
Tuesday, 02.14.12
Happy Valentine's Day!
"Vacaville to Maui"
3 Rounds for time:
50 pound suitcase pull
25 pound carry-on luggage carry
25 pound carry-on luggage push press into overhead compartment
Completed with weighted backpack on
-Rest for 5 hours
Round 2
-Rest for 1 hour
Round 3
"Vacaville to Maui"
3 Rounds for time:
50 pound suitcase pull
25 pound carry-on luggage carry
25 pound carry-on luggage push press into overhead compartment
Completed with weighted backpack on
-Rest for 5 hours
Round 2
-Rest for 1 hour
Round 3
I wasn't really happy with my time, so I think this will definitely have to be a WOD I try again in the near future...
I have to admit I am bummed about missing this week of doing the 2011 CrossFit Open WODs, but alas, not enough to stay home. I plan on hitting Lahaina CrossFit this week!
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