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Friday, July 8, 2011

GOZO's Game Plan

So far most of my work out has been via bike - stationary and road bike.  I really like riding and have managed to rack up a lot of miles.  I am afraid that I am starting to stall in progress because my body has become efficient in the one activity.  I am looking to add some variety to my workouts. 

Swim - I really like swimming but have a few obstacles to overcome.  I need to figure out the whole breathing thing.  I have a hard time blowing the bubbles under water and then turning my head for a new breath.  I am not the most flexible person especially in the neck and shoulder area.  I am planning to sign up for an adult swim club at the Y in the near future.

Weights - I need to hit the weights more.  The Compromise is going to show me the ropes at the gym tomorrow and I am also considering doing the circuit training class or Body Pump at the Y.

Spinning - I will always spin or ride the bike.  I am just going to do it less often so I have time for other activities.

Running - I hate running!  This event is 10-12 miles long so I need to learn to love it a bit more.  The biggest problem I have with it is that it is so uncomfortable for me.  My back fat bounces and feels like a wrecking ball crashing over and over again on my back.  I think learning to be lighter of my feet, not stomping as I run, could help with this and also getting rid of the back fat (swimming and weights).  I ran a mile for the first time since November 2003 last week and it was a huge accomplishment.

Diet - I am going to do a separate post on this later - I have some possibly radical ideas I want to bounce off of you all.

1 comment:

  1. it says we need to run but i dont think we will be running more then a mile of this course. i just think u need to focus on building some good cardio , which running does. I think if we can maintain a brisk walking pace or a half jog type pace o think we will do fine

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