Tuesday, 1/29/13, 11:00 AM
Today was just part one of the mandatory fitness test. We measured our weight, height, BMI, etc. and did a few quick exercise tests.
Thursday, 1/31/13, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1. Cardio: Running
1 mile in 12 minutes
Comments: I was proud of my time. I ran 5/6 of the mile and walked the last two minutes. If I had run the entire time, I would have probably shaved thirty seconds from my mile. As soon as I finished the mile, my body freaked out and had some kind of allergy attack. I sneezed non-stop for several minutes. I have allergies, but this is really strange since I'm in shape and healthy as far as I know.
Thursday, January 31, 2013
Saturday, January 26, 2013
Thursday (1/24/13)
Thursday, 1/24/13, 11:15 AM - 12:30 PM
1. Cardio: Treadmill (15 minutes)
Run 0.5 miles
Walk 0.5 miles
2. Strength: Weights and machines (20 minutes) -
2 sets of 10 lunges with 5 lb. dumbbells
2 sets of 15 bicep, tricep, crunches with 5 lb. dumbbells
2 sets of 10 reps on ab workout machines
3. Cardio: Basketball (40 minutes) -
100 freethrows
10 layups
4. Cool Down: (5 minutes):
Stretch arms and legs for 10-second intervals
Comments: Today, I pushed myself too hard. I ran 0.5 miles straight while I had the energy and walked the rest to slow my heart rate. I lifted weights as usual. I thought shooting more would be a good way to practice my skills, still working my muscles and avoiding having to go at such a fast pace. However, so many repetitions made my chest hurt for over 24 hours any time I walked or exerted force. I might not do so much at once again. That pain was more than soreness; it was some kind of internal strain that partially had to do with the intensity of all my workouts this week.
1. Cardio: Treadmill (15 minutes)
Run 0.5 miles
Walk 0.5 miles
2. Strength: Weights and machines (20 minutes) -
2 sets of 10 lunges with 5 lb. dumbbells
2 sets of 15 bicep, tricep, crunches with 5 lb. dumbbells
2 sets of 10 reps on ab workout machines
3. Cardio: Basketball (40 minutes) -
100 freethrows
10 layups
4. Cool Down: (5 minutes):
Stretch arms and legs for 10-second intervals
Comments: Today, I pushed myself too hard. I ran 0.5 miles straight while I had the energy and walked the rest to slow my heart rate. I lifted weights as usual. I thought shooting more would be a good way to practice my skills, still working my muscles and avoiding having to go at such a fast pace. However, so many repetitions made my chest hurt for over 24 hours any time I walked or exerted force. I might not do so much at once again. That pain was more than soreness; it was some kind of internal strain that partially had to do with the intensity of all my workouts this week.
Wednesday, January 23, 2013
Tuesday-Wednesday (1/22-1/23/13)
Tuesday, 1/22/13, 11 AM - 12:15 PM
1. Cardio: Treadmill (15 minutes) -
Run 0.5 miles
Walk 0.5 miles
2. Strength: Weights and machines (20 minutes) -
2 sets of 10 lunges with 5 lb. dumbbells
2 sets of 15 bicep, tricep, crunches with 5 lb. dumbbells
2 sets of 10 reps on ab workout machines
3. Cardio: Basketball (40 minutes) -
Layups, freethrows, various shots
4. Cool Down: (5 minutes):
Stretch arms and legs for 10-second intervals
Comments: This was a good workout. I went at a strong, but steady pace and felt that my stamina was pretty solid. The running was more challenging because focusing on things other than my body's discomfort was difficult. I split the running and walking, walking at quarter intervals when I felt like I had run enough for the moment.
Wednesday, 1/23/13, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Cardio and Aerobics: Zumba class
Comments: This was fun, but it was tough. My muscles were aching nearing the end of most songs, but I moved as best as I could. I liked dances that required hip movement; it was healthy and sassy. At the end of the class, I was exhausted. I used the walk back to my dorm as a cool down.
1. Cardio: Treadmill (15 minutes) -
Run 0.5 miles
Walk 0.5 miles
2. Strength: Weights and machines (20 minutes) -
2 sets of 10 lunges with 5 lb. dumbbells
2 sets of 15 bicep, tricep, crunches with 5 lb. dumbbells
2 sets of 10 reps on ab workout machines
3. Cardio: Basketball (40 minutes) -
Layups, freethrows, various shots
4. Cool Down: (5 minutes):
Stretch arms and legs for 10-second intervals
Comments: This was a good workout. I went at a strong, but steady pace and felt that my stamina was pretty solid. The running was more challenging because focusing on things other than my body's discomfort was difficult. I split the running and walking, walking at quarter intervals when I felt like I had run enough for the moment.
Wednesday, 1/23/13, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Cardio and Aerobics: Zumba class
Comments: This was fun, but it was tough. My muscles were aching nearing the end of most songs, but I moved as best as I could. I liked dances that required hip movement; it was healthy and sassy. At the end of the class, I was exhausted. I used the walk back to my dorm as a cool down.
Nariana Sands - Individual Fitness - PRW 2110 L05
This is my blog for my Wellness class. I'll be recording every major workout I do during the semester here, possibly including workouts I do outside of my designated class time (Tuesdays, Thursdays). If anyone happens to run into this blog, feel free to share workout routines or tips for health!
Semester Workout Goals:
- Run at least 0.5 miles every other class day. Work on treadmill for at least 1 mile total every class day.
- Do 2 sets of 15 reps to strengthen biceps, triceps, and rotational cuffs using 5 lb dumbells. If major improvements occur, increase weights to 8 or 10 lb and increase sets.
- Make 15 shots in a row in basketball through repetitive practice.
- Practice volleyball at least twice a month. (This goal is vague due to the difficulty of setting up the volleyball net solo.)
Semester Workout Goals:
- Run at least 0.5 miles every other class day. Work on treadmill for at least 1 mile total every class day.
- Do 2 sets of 15 reps to strengthen biceps, triceps, and rotational cuffs using 5 lb dumbells. If major improvements occur, increase weights to 8 or 10 lb and increase sets.
- Make 15 shots in a row in basketball through repetitive practice.
- Practice volleyball at least twice a month. (This goal is vague due to the difficulty of setting up the volleyball net solo.)
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