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This week is a little uncertain due to my partner needing to have heart surgery tomorrow. It's unclear if I'll be home on Tuesday morning to run or not. But this is the ideal plan.
Monday - yoga
Tuesday - running
Wednesday - pilates class
Thursday - running
Friday - rest due to travel
Saturday - yoga or running
Sunday - yoga or running
I'm going to spend the weekend with my mom, so it's unclear at the moment which day will be my running day!
VSG with Dr. Salameh - 3/13/2014
Diagnosed with Binge Eating Disorder and started Vyvanse - 7/22/2016
Reconstructive Surgeries with Dr. Michaels - 6/5/2017 (LBL & brachioplasty), 8/14/2017 (UBL & mastopexy), 11/6/2017 (medial leg lift)
Age 42 Height 5'4" HW 319 (1/3/2014) SW 293 (3/13/2014) CW 149 (7/16/2017)
Next Goal 145 - normal BMI | Total Weight Lost 170
TrendWeight | Food Blog (sort of functional) | Journal (down for maintenance)
Monday-Swim/Strength Training
Tuesday-None Grad Class
Wednesday- 3 Mile Run
Thursday-4 Mile Run
Friday-Spin Clas
Saturday-Strength Training
Sunday 6 Mile Run
Have a happy, healthy week!
Yours in WLS Journey,
Bill Mac
It's worth noting that everyone else at the gym probably feels uncomfortable in some way too :)
VSG with Dr. Salameh - 3/13/2014
Diagnosed with Binge Eating Disorder and started Vyvanse - 7/22/2016
Reconstructive Surgeries with Dr. Michaels - 6/5/2017 (LBL & brachioplasty), 8/14/2017 (UBL & mastopexy), 11/6/2017 (medial leg lift)
Age 42 Height 5'4" HW 319 (1/3/2014) SW 293 (3/13/2014) CW 149 (7/16/2017)
Next Goal 145 - normal BMI | Total Weight Lost 170
TrendWeight | Food Blog (sort of functional) | Journal (down for maintenance)
Here's the post I wrote about my exercise story -- https://www.myvsg.net/2-uncategorised/398-my-exercise-story
VSG with Dr. Salameh - 3/13/2014
Diagnosed with Binge Eating Disorder and started Vyvanse - 7/22/2016
Reconstructive Surgeries with Dr. Michaels - 6/5/2017 (LBL & brachioplasty), 8/14/2017 (UBL & mastopexy), 11/6/2017 (medial leg lift)
Age 42 Height 5'4" HW 319 (1/3/2014) SW 293 (3/13/2014) CW 149 (7/16/2017)
Next Goal 145 - normal BMI | Total Weight Lost 170
TrendWeight | Food Blog (sort of functional) | Journal (down for maintenance)
GwenM, that's another new one to me. I'll have to look up New Rules to lifting, too.
you've lost alot of weight, have you been exercising since wls?
Rebekac, hope you're feeling better (your sacrum).
I'll have to look up CrossFit because I've heard the name but know nothing about it.
As for me in a gym, I feel like I'd be so anxious I wouldn't focus on the fitness.
I keep saying that once I am used to working out I'll start at a gym.
Hey Jen,
My advice is to start strength training. Muscle improves body composition (less fat) and improves your metabolism. Getting bulky really only happens if you are working specifically to get bulky. Start with 3 sets of 12-15 reps, 2-3 times a week. Strength training isn't just about muscle, it's also about bone health. Muscle also helps reduce inflammation and joint pain. Try it, I promise you'll enjoy the benefits/results!
Renee
I use the New Rules of Lifting plans.
VSG with Dr. Salameh - 3/13/2014
Diagnosed with Binge Eating Disorder and started Vyvanse - 7/22/2016
Reconstructive Surgeries with Dr. Michaels - 6/5/2017 (LBL & brachioplasty), 8/14/2017 (UBL & mastopexy), 11/6/2017 (medial leg lift)
Age 42 Height 5'4" HW 319 (1/3/2014) SW 293 (3/13/2014) CW 149 (7/16/2017)
Next Goal 145 - normal BMI | Total Weight Lost 170
TrendWeight | Food Blog (sort of functional) | Journal (down for maintenance)
Hey there! My suggestion would be to reduce the total volume of your training. Instead of 50-55 miles per week, do 35-40 miles.
1x = Long/Slow Day (18-22 miles)
1x = Medium Day (8-10 miles)
1x = Short/Fast (3-5 miles)
This should allow you to recover more completely and ultimately have more in the tank to finish your marathon. Remember you want to peak for the marathon. On that note, the week before your marathon reduce your volume to 25-30 miles and try to incorporate additional carbs throughout the week. Good luck!
Renee
