Asymetric haircut...I did it!

I cut my hair... Only the left side. It's kind of messy and windblown in this photo. But it's the best I've got. You can't really see it in the photos below(brown jacket and pajamas). I've been trying to take a photo to show you. I wore my hair this way a  long time ago. I liked it. I've been wanting to do it again. It wasn't hard to get used to. It feels natural. The left side looked thin and frail. It was no loss cutting it off.

John hates it. But that's him. And he's the reason I hadn't done it sooner. I'd like to keep it this way for a while.

It was really windy at the Ft. Pierce Inlet. So one chance to wear this cord jacket from Chadwicks. Earrings from amazon that  the ladies in the DYT forum directed me to. and an autumn red T with a DYT necklace.

Scott asked me to get him these toed shoes. I told him that they are ugly. He said "clogs" are ugly. I guess it's all perspective, right? (Crocks are even uglier.)

Scott asked me to run with him. I decided to give it a try.  First day
warm up walking
1/4 mile run huffing and puffing (but no chest pain)
1/4 walk recovering

1/4 run h-ing & p-ing
1/4 walk recovering

1/8 run. 1/8 walk- 1/8 run. 1/8 walk
1/8 run. 1/8 walk- 1/8 run. 1/8 walk
did this to total a mile run/ a mile walk/ total 2 miles.
walk to cool down.

Note-when I say run, I mean something like a shuffle that barely resembles moving forward. During our activity Scott observed that some people run, but they walk when the onlookers go by. In my case, I was glad for the passer-bys to pass by during the walking part. It's really that bad. My thighs feel like I am picking up 2 tons with each step. They barely lift. I knew I looked silly.

Scott really wants me to do this every day with him this week just to see how we feel at the end of the trial.

That was Sunday. On Monday I was sore up to my shoulders! Shoulders! I thought I did stronglifts and yoga. I wouldn't think my entire body would hurt. Running is a lower body sport-guess I was wrong. As flat as Florida is, our course has a little tilt to it. A tilt that is very noticeable to an unfit person. I suppose that's my excuse for sore shoulders--trying to hold my torso up.

Sunday was the first day, Monday after work/gym we did it again. Again on Tuesday after work/yoga. Again on Wednesday before work and gym. BTW on Wed my highest sets Deadlift 160 1 set x 5 reps. and Overhead pressed 60 1x5.

On Thursday (today) was the day Scott dragged me to get his Vibram 5 fingers.  As you guessed, those green things are MINE!

We did
1/4 run -1/4 walk
1/4 run -1/4 walk
1/4 run -1/4 walk
1/4 run -1/4 walk
1/4 run -1/4 walk

Some improvement!!

It was like running in lightweight slippers! My thighs didn't feel so heavy. My strides were a tiny bit longer. Scott and I noticed I was running faster. I wasn't huffing and puffing and today I wasn't sore like the earlier days. Perhaps my ankles or feet will be sore tomorrow. I felt like my foot muscles gripped more and had to stabilize me.

I didn't schedule a marathon or Mud Warrior Race or Komen Cure run or anything like that.

That's it. A boring post. Just a trial of running or shuffling/ whatever you want to call it.

 Today

Squat- 100 5 x5
Bench- 95   3x3
           125  3x3
           135  3x3 (!)
           145  1x1 (!)
Row     85   3x3

Lots of warm up reps as at lower weights and de-load reps.

DYT- scarf from DYT store ( I get to wear that a lot, not)
          purple shirt from Chrisopher & Banks
          jacket from JCpennies.
          old purse from Steinmart
          new color and cut
John hates haircut and all.

DYT houseclothes- I bought one of these tanks and I love it and got more. I wear 'em around the house and to the gym and anytime I am hot (as in temperature).  Probably doesn't look it in the photo, but it matches the color guide. Found the sleep pants at JCPennies.

On another note--- Good thing, that I have an 8 year old, so I know what a rick roll is on youtube!!!!!

Some More (Typical Boring Family) Cozumel and Cruise Photos

David with the Dragon.

William leaving Miami.

William looks more Mayan to me.

John leaving Port.

See the helicopter pad. David is sitting in the Captain's Bridge.

All decked out for Captains Night.

It is hard to get John to smile.

This is in Japan. No it's really Epcot. 

My family didn't want to be bothered with photos that day, so it's the only Epcot photo we took.

More, leaving the Port.

The turkey coop.

Finally a smile and some willingness.

You can walk out and have some quality Scuba from right here. No certification needed.

There was Hanukkah Candle Lighting in the Cruise Cinema. It was a very lovely service. 

 Self explanatory-David on a a Donkey.

 In our stateroom.

If you look closely the ship is in the background.

Ha ha. 

Cruising

It has been 8 years since I have been outside of Florida (except to visit my sister once). We were fortunate to have the most coverage this year compared to previous years for the office for  family vacation. But also freed up from the boy's intense curriculum's: Black Belt testing, Bar Mitzvah training, speech therapy, reading catch-up. And even remodeling  is in the excuses for not travelling. We finally took a trip.

Day 1 - left Miami on the Celebrity Millennium,

Day 2 - Key West

Day 3 - Cozumel (see first photo)

Day 4 - At Sea (not just another Sunday!)

Day 5 - arrive at Miami and headed straight for Wholefoods to start detox, seriously. I went in and had a shot of wheat grass and coconut water. I brought some other greens and juicing and kefir  items home. Imagine, I am not hungry today at all ( after 4 days of stuffing myself). 

Then we got haircuts (only gone 4 nights and WE all had over grown hair- like pirates). Then I went to the gym. I felt limp. SERIOUSLY.... I only missed Friday's work out. But December was not a poor work out month with some kind of muscle spasm that bothered me earlier this month. I did Day 1, week 1 for squats, but did my Week 4 for bench and rows. 

The food was good on the ship. I ate way too much. You know cruises are known to over feed you? I did have huge green salads and fresh fruit. I am sure I ate more vegetables than anyone else on-board, but I ate about everything else, too. :) I liked the Indian food and the Asian stir fry.  I also liked the way the cut the fruit for the children's salad: small and appealing variety in the mix. 

In Cozumel, Scott and I each had a fresh chilled coconut cut open on the spot and we drank the milk. I am sure that coconut really helped balance my intake. Our tour guide told us how his wife makes everything from scratch. We got to taste a home made taco with a fresh sauce made from some seed that grows there. Can't remember the name. Our guide pointed out that his son's future wives probably will be more like American's and use the microwave instead of from scratch. He also pointed out many of the remedies for scorpion stings ( a salty leaf from the jungle neutralized the toxins). Some herb that neutralized bacteria in the water. However, our guide was very proud that all the water in Cozumel was purified (despite what we all say about water in Mexico).

For exercise: I missed Friday's work out, but we (Scott and me) did stand-up paddle board in the Keys through mangrove caves ( Are you jealous?). We were up standing and kneeling back and forth, up and down (reminded me of planks as in yoga). It was a good work-out. When we got back to the boat, Scott wanted to climb 11 decks. Paddleboarding-ok, stair climbing-not ok.

The 11th deck also had a track 3 laps= 5/8 of a mile. Besides stair climbing, I enjoyed walking scenic laps. I didn't use the gym on board. I like free weights. I couldn't justify a treadmill or elliptical over walking the deck. Doing A LOT of laying around is peaceful, relaxing, enjoyable... but promotes muscular atrophy.... quickly.

Scott was really impressed with the wild hens, roosters, and chickens in Key West. I had seen this before. I had a new appreciation for their free range. It was so cute seeing fluffy yellows follow their momma hen. These chickens weren't for eating or laying, but quite entertaining for tourists.

If I cruise again, I'd put more of my own food in my suit case. Even with food inclusive, it is always nice to have familiar. I figured 4 nights wasn't going to affect me much. If I go longer, I would definately want my protein powders. I will be wearing my fat-girl clothes this weak. I definitely need some detox.

William enjoyed the food and surprised us that he enjoyed the entertainment on board the most from it all.

David- I realized I never took him to a ball pit (you know those things at Mc Donalds and Chucky Cheese? He was so excited to play in one on the ship to go in.

What was John doing while I was paddle-boarding in Key West. He took a trolley ride. Yes, very strenuous.

In Cozumel while hanging out he ordered not one, but 3 servings of nachos.  (They were good, I admit.) Did you know you could scuba in Cozumel without certification. While sitting on the water front.... stuffing ourselves with nachos. An experienced diver, a teacher, and a newb went right in off the shore. Not more than 40 feet from the shore was the reef was shallow water scuba diving. If I had ANY idea how simple it was to scuba in this location, I would have been right there prepared.  I never thought about scuba before... who wants to take the time to get certified.... and I thought you had to go deep.  I didn't think it was for me.

Next year or soon again if I go back, I will look up scuba. I am not waiting 8 years for another trip.

One more thing... while sitting on deck. Everyone got excited about siting dolphins. I kayak in Fort Pierce side-by-side with dolphins. They are bigger than my kayak and can be intimidating. I looked over the 11th deck railing and looked way down. They looked like tiny fish to me. As if you were standing on the coast shore and seeing fish swim around your feet. I love the new perspectives. 

Week 6 and 7 Madcow

This was 2 weeks ago. It was a good work out week. I am not sure why  I didn't  publish it on Friday when I finished it. You can skip to the bottom for week 7's results. Madcow is the name of a progress/intermediate work out of squatting three times a week, benching, and rowing 3 times a week, deadlifting once a week.  


 Monday
Squat
70
85
102.5
120
140 x 3, 4 & 5 not so good
Bench
65
85
95
115
130  this is a pr
Row
45
45
55
62.5
72.5 a good strong lift
Wednesday
Squat
72.5
90
107.5
107.5
OP
45
45
47.5
50
57.5
deadliftt
97.5
117.5
135
155
Friday
Squat
70
85
102.5
120
140 this was with good form and strong
Bench
65
82.5
95
112.5
130
95
Row
45
45
55
62.5
75
55
So I ended this week strong finishing my squas and rows on Friday.




Sunday-I did a pilates class. I felt I had a good core work out. 


Week 7 madcow
on Monday I was doubled over in pain. It is the first time in all these years I "called out sick."
If  I had a doctor, I might have gone. I was almost past the point of usinfg my own tools and wisdom, but I really felt as much pain as it was it was going to pass. (it did pass, I just feel drained now).
Monday night, No work out. I could barely eat.
no yoga on Tuesday
no Wednesday work out.
This is not like me
Friday I went to gym to stretch and walk on treadmill.
I felt like a hundred years old.




I feel better now, but you know how it takes time for your energy to really return.
I've been taking good nutritional care of myself. Early in the week I was probably dehydrated because I lost my appetite, but I had plenty of (local)soups, smoothies, juice, probiotic drinks, local eggs once I got my appetite going.


I wonder what kind of work out I'll have this week with nothing done in a week.
Wheel chair yoga and week one strong lifts (which is not so easy)! Somehow I hope I can pick the pace back up giving myself a few weeks. 


Big Breath!

The Purple DRESS before and after DYT

I LOVE Dressing MY Truth. I need a holiday dress and  "dresses" for an "occasion" is the one thing I do not like shopping for. I put some thought into how to redo this dress I wore 2 years ago. (the family photos are almost 2 years old.) The chains and pin are from the DYT store. This belt is from Nordstroms (Thank you to Rabbi Wendy for pointing me in this direction.). I have some other chains and belts to choose from, but I thought this might be a good example to show you some options of what I have in mind. I think it is Tricia who put a belt over her church dress and made me think to add a belt to this.

Let me clarify I won't need the paper clip to hold up the belt. Nor is my waist as small as I cinched the belt. :)

I don't know what shoes to wear. When I got the dress the clerk suggested silver wedges. Now I know that's not me AND would not work with these brassy accessories. I thought about some boots. Since I might be traveling, I don't know how much I want to pack. But boots would be so unlike me (and fun)! I found a pair of dressy but textured boots and tried to add the image below. I don't own them yet. Ya might just have to visit the link for the brown pair. Question for cold climate people. If your dress hem doesn't cover your boot. What do you wear? Tights? It will be air conditioned, but definitely not cold. The dress is just below my knees and I would really like to cover most of my legs in a formal setting.

My hair will not be blunt every again. It will be wild and free. And as I have plenty of earrings and cuffs (and even that big DYT ring) I am confident, that the rest of the accessories shouldn't be an issue for me.

If I get boots, it is likely that I won't need them very much in South Florida. I don't mind investing in one pair that is right for me. I want to travel more this coming year.

I think I am going to keep John in the brown jacket in the photo. He has a shirt the lightest shade of yellow(?) like on our type three 3 color card that should work for him underneath. It was very hard to type my husband. That's another story.

Boot link:
http://www.jcpenney.com/jcp/X6.aspx?GrpTyp=PRD&ItemID=1bba007&DeptID=70731&CatID=81530&SO=0&Ne=4294957900+3+14+8+23+1031+5+840+1037+18+904+833+949&x5view=1&NOffset=2&N=4294933761&Nao=65&PSO=0&bcCat=3&CmCatId=70731%7c81530

Week 5 Madcow

Monday
Squat
70
85
102.5
120
137.5
Bench
65
80
95
112.5
127.5
Row
45
45
55
62.5
72.5
 I did yoga on Tuesday
I did not do Madcow on Wed. I went to Magic Kingdom instead and walked and walked and stood in lines.
On Thursday I went to mini gym at hotel, climbed steps for the water slide and swam a little ( I did it with the intention of getting exercise.) I walked and walked the theme park.

On Friday I payed for missing a work out. When you have a program that you can progress with 3 sessions a week, you shouldn't miss one.
Squat
70
88
102.5
120
140
102.5
Bench
65
80
95
112.5
130 I only pushed this 4 x.
135 x1 rep
95
Row
45
45
55
62.5
72.5
55
 I do warm ups and down sets with the bar. I carefully considered if I should do deadlifts on Friday and figured that I am fine without. I did one rep of 5 of all weights except my 130 bench.

I have carefully considered my strategy for next week since I missed deads and did not complete my goal on bench. I have it all written out what I am going to do. I am looking forward to it!

On Saturday the gym had a push/pull  bench/DL contest. I did not have much warning and already committed to other activities. I wanted to watch. I am not really sure what other women are benching at the gym. My pull doesn't compare, but than again I am doing sets of 5 and I don't know what my one rep max on DL is. My 1 rep max onbench is 147.5.

I sure hope I recover from a not-so-great workout week.

Week 4 of Madcow

Warm ups and down sets on the bar for squat and deadlift


Monday

Squat
67.5
85
102.5 (the 1.25 fractionated plate is getting tedious)
117
135
Bench
62
77.5
95
110
125
Row -- I made some modifications in the weight intervals compared to the spreadsheet because I don't have fractionated weights available for between 30 and 40
30
45
52.5
67.5
70

Felt good. Did a lot of stretching after.

Wednesday
Squat
67.5
85
102.5
102.5
Overhead Press
45 -- making modification because I don't have 35 pound bar options.
45
45
55 the large text is the maximum weight for this week for each move
Deadlift
95
112.5
135
150

Saturday AM
Squat
67.5
85
102.5
117.5
137.5 I felt sloppy towards the end of this effort.
102
Bench
62.5
77.5
95
110
127.5   This is a PR for a set of 1x5
Bonus 135, 1 set x 2 reps. I did not feel maxed out on bench, so next week, I should be able to progress.
95

Row
40
45
52.5
62.5
72.5
52.5

Tuesday I did power yoga.

Week 3 Madcow-- what a week looks like

I missed my MC workout last Friday, but I did use the resort gym instead, improvising and trying new things. So I carried on with week three as scheduled.

These numbers are tedious if you don't know the program.

This week...

1 set of 5 reps at each weight listed. Squats and Bench I warm up and cool down with the bar.

Monday

Squat

67.5
85
102.5 (the 1.25 fractionated plate is getting tedious)
115
132.5


Bench

60
75
90
105
120

Row -- I made some modifications in the intervals because I don't have fractionated weights available for between 30 and 40
30
40
50
60
67.5
67.5

Felt good. Did a lot of stretching after.

Wednesday
Squat
67.5
85
107.5
107.5

Overhead Press
45 -- making modification because I don't have 35 pound bar options.
45
45
52.5 the large text is the maximum weight for this week for each move

Deadlift
95
110
130
147.5

Friday
Squat
67.5
85
102.5
117.5
135
100

Bench
60
75
90
105
125
95

Row

30
40
50
60
70
40

Tuesday I did power yoga.
Thursday I did a spin class and likewise, gave put everything I had into it.
I expected to be sore all week. I wasn't. I felt "muscle awareness." but nothing uncomfortable.

It's the first time I ever did a bridge (getting my head off the ground).  I couldn't even do that when I was a little girl. I was a klutz and the last one picked in gym. The boys have spotted me to get into an arch. One day this week, I didn't need them to get into the arch. Wondering if I could do it the next day... I shocked myself when I pushed myself right up. I guess that is a measure of progress.

Bench, Squat and Row, I will add on 1.25 fractionated plates each side next Friday.

Madcow

I've amped up my weight training. I've done 8 months of Strong Lifts. I feel like I've maxed out on SL and now I have switched to Madcow. Sometimes I may still call it Strong Lifts because it is just a progression.

I am training for the health benefits. I am training to keep moving. I am not in competition with anyone for looks or strengths. I just want to be healthy. I truly believe that it is necessary to keep moving. I don't believe that I am going to fall apart because I've reached any particular age.

I am so fortunate to have a variety of year round and seasonal exercise opportunities. I am enjoying yoga much more than I thought. I am fortunate to have started with a 30 minute class, then a beginner 50 min class, and very glad to have a power yoga opportunity.

I have an opportunity to learn some Pilates. I see the yoga and pilates benefiting each other and I see them both benefiting my weight lifting program and health. If you are not used to exercise, walking and/or yoga and Pilates and the pool depending on the season is a good place to start.

I am pretty focused in my Strong Lifts/Madcow program. I am bringing in a chart that I programmed to incrementally progress with my 1.25 pound plates.  It's can be a lot of mental work switching up the plates when you are using fractionated plates. I am want to really give the progression a good try to allow my body to safely adapt. I don't miss work outs. I like lifting with socks  (no shoes). I like to give the opportunity to my toes to grip the ground and strengthen along with my ankles. On the days I do Strong Lifts, I do a lot of stretching, some core, but I don't really mess with all the other machines. I suspect their is a lot of people judging me in the gym. Except the days when I am benching over 135. Then there is some awe if anyone cares. But I am not their to impress. I'd prefer a nearly empty gym and not be bothered with what others think when I am focused.  I think for my size I am just average, really. I tend to watch and re-watch the video's posted on the Strong Lifts site for form. I watch for updates and I am very careful in my technique and limitations.

The big difference between SL and MC is that on Wed. you deload. This way your body has time to recover from Monday's workout and ready for an increased load on Friday.

Madcow is a crazy name for a program.  But it sounds as serious about my health as I am. The name refers to my exercise plan. And  not my nutrition.  It's been years, 2 decades, since I've eaten beef.

My lactation intern, pointed out research that shows that bone density decreases during lactation, but rebounds after. I am taking advantage of that rebound!!

I am in my second week of Mad Cow. I am looking forward to more.

More Lifts and Truth Stuff

On Monday my Stronglifts workout was similar to Friday. A fellow SL member suggested I begin Madcow an intermediate weightlifting program following stronglifts. The big difference between SL and MC is light weights on Wednesday for recovery and ramping it up on Friday for heavier loads. Thus, I deloaded today. I concentrated on form... surprisingly I still feel like I had a really good work out. Can't wait til Friday....

I know I can lift heavy for a middle aged lady. Hitting personal records feels good. I really do want to focus on fitness, safety, and health. I don't care about big muscles. Which I don't have that body type anyway. I just have descent strength. I am happy that my sons are taking interest in toning, lifting, and kendo (karate).

During David's Sunday School class, one is offering a 5 week session on pilates. I've got that to help with my cross-training, and alignment,  and body awareness. And yay for power yoga! I am looking forward to the new power yoga. We'll find out if I am all talk or can step up to the plate and do some of the challenges! I got my own yoga mat. It's nice having a cheery new mat.

One day I am going to have a full length mirror for DYT photos. I actually feel a bit vain posting these photos. But now that I found what works, I want to remember it! And I want to share it because it feels great to stay healthy and have a way to show it. I picked this sweater out myself. I have on my favorite DYT earrings.  I think they are called Emerald City. My mom picked out the necklace before I took the course, I wasn't so sure now about the big circle in the center once I learned "no circles for 3's". With this shirt I did like how it layered and the circle half peaked out the V most of the day. The circle is busy and the perfect colors and the busy shirt. It felt like a good combo on me.

I am working on my veggie garden. I am having a hard time finding Kale plants locally for my garden. If anyone knows a local/regional source please let me know. I really want kale.

Living Your Truth

The course said it would take about 9 months to really get it. I agree, after 8 months, I feel I really get the dress guide for me. It is so wonderful to have clothes I feel confident in. Everyday. Not just clothes to get by in and hope "no one will notice." I do not have to hang out in dressing rooms for hours anymore, either. First.... I know to avoid black, grey, navy, and pure white. When I eliminate those colors, it narrows down the choices. (Those colors may work well for others, but not me!)

Even with my color card I was very slow to catch on to the colors. A few things helped me. One-getting some accessories at the DYT store so I can match. This necklace (and in the previous blog post) and bracelet are from DYT. The pants I found myself at Marshall's. The second thing that helped me was the T3 forum on facebook for those who completed the course. Both shirts were posted by a DYT senior member and available from Sierra Trade Company store.  Both have lots of texture. The senior ladies can spot sales and coupons quickly. With someone else pointing out correct color I took a chance and ordered them! I love both shirts.

Dressing your truth is not just about outward, materialistic clothes and accessories (it is fun, though!).

It is about understanding yourself and energy. It is about gaining insight and getting along with other people and acceptance. It's learning what motivates me and what motivates others. I actually find that this kind of awareness is keeping me highly emotional. It's about understanding your children's patterns and bringing out their strengths. It's about understanding spouses... too... lots of psychology...

Since my metals are brass and copper (and leather or leather-like cord), I have no need for an accumulation of gold and silver. Not to say I won't find another gold chain, but, I know what works. I can invest in the RIGHT choices of clothing and accessories.)

DYT is not about what type can be sleazy or conservative. It honors a modest style, but if you are more daring, there are better and best ways to do so.

It is not about fat and skinny. It is a lot easier to find clothes that flatter when they are the right lines for me. I've seen heavier ladies (than me) wearing belts, tights, and boots. When it is the right lines for them it looks fantastic.


Here's a before photo. I have photos of me not trying to dress-up--hanging around with the boys and all. Butin  this photo I did try to pick great clothes for an occasion. I have on a sweater with a beautiful crocheted kowel neck and a great belt. A typical outfit... a black one. It's so easy to find black clothes. I was really surprised to see how my light hair popped when I first saw the photo and the style was all wrong, so unflattering. I am totally lost. Even if it worked for my when I was younger, it's not as easy to get away with "mistakes" as we get older. It is worth finding out if black works for you or are you lost (or inviting a hardened look).

Unlike me, my son, William, looks fantastic in black! It's not because of his dark skin. It's because of his defined features and poise (yes, William has poise!) I am so glad my family can benefit, too.

With my DYT style guide, you can see above that my hair color is warmer now and more natural. I stay on top of hair cuts, BUT barely take the time to style: free and wild on most days. My hair never held a style all day, so why fight it? I was almost scared to warm my hair up( in other words- do less to it), but looking at photos, it is obvious to me that I did the right thing. The stylist said, it will last longer than what I was doing before. Score. And I finally picked out new glasses yesterday. I have always hated getting new frames, but I knew what to specifically look for in terms of color, angles, movement and I am excited to get new eyewear. I will not get lasik and I am not comfortable in contacts. I am glad to have frames that will hold (nothing against contacts, but I am wishy-washy about lasik and letting anyone invade my own eyes).

While I love having great clothes, this is about living your truth. Acceptance of others and mostly yourself. Acceptance of my own physical attributes and inner energy. With many great parts to this program what FINALLY convinced me... is Carol the founder wants women to accept their features. She knows what colors, metals, textures, design lines supports MY features. Since I have a fear of general anesthesia, plastic surgeons, and botox (AND Dentists), etc... I would like this "superficial, materialistic" course to help support me instead of me impulsively supporting the plastic surgeon (medically necessary and well, WELL thought out options are the exceptions). This DYT course is one I am glad I invested in.

I work hard at the gym. I put effort into making good food choices. I try to stay emotionally and spiritually healthy. DYT is the finishing touches.

Good Work Out Day

Good Work out Day...

Rode Bikes with David in AM

Squats stretched first (and in between sets)
Bar 2x5
95   1x5   (with a 25 pound plates)
115 1x5   (35 pound plates)
125 1x5   (35 + 5)
135 1x5   (45 pound plates)
125 1x5
115 1x5
95   1x5

Bench
Bar 1x 10
95   1x5
115  1x5
125  1x5
135  1x2
125  1x5
115  1x5
95    1x5
Bar   1x10

Row
70 pounds 5x5

(What happen to our SL facebook group?)

I've been doing yoga at the PSL Civic Center. I am really enjoying it. I have never done balance and flexibility work before. I like how it relaxes me. I like how it stretches out my tight muscles from weight lifting. I like how it improves my balance. For example in squatting, you are suppose to look up-- NOT-- in the mirror. In yoga there is a lot of balance work looking upward. It helps the squat. The weights aren't limiting my squat-- it's the balance. It amazes me also how standing on one leg "tree pose" requires more ankle strength than *I* have. So tree pose helps squat and squat helps tree pose. Yoga and weights compliment each other well. I got my own yoga mat, too. Yay!

Then I got dressed for Simcha Torah and David's consecration (welcome to school!) besides my body, I took care of my spirit and mind today. Good work out day.

Photo credit for William. It is so hard to get someone to snap a photo. Thank you William.
Okay, sometimes, I don't have time for someone to take a photo.