Pre-Program Week 1 Workout

Pre Program Notes---

I have to be honest.  While I was supposed to be waiting to be released by my Dr. to begin working out again and after I had done enough research about the Freeletics program, I became intrigued about my ability to do the workouts at all.  I did the beginning workout, Aphrodite, three times prior to my official beginning date.  I was surprised, first that I was able to complete the workout at all.  Secondly, I was able, just  in the first week to drop my time by 10 minutes.  The first workout was pretty tough and took a while to complete because I was getting used to the movements, which are not new to me but I don't normally do burpees and sit-ups as part of my workouts.  The second time through it, three days later, I was determined to decrease my time but due to soreness from the first workout and not feeling 100% mentally, I was only able to marginally decrease my time.   The third time through, two days later, I had significant improvements in my time.

1st attempt-47:58

2nd attempt-46:52

3rd attempt-38:31

Monday
Aphrodite- 50/40/30/20/10 each- Burpees, Air Squats, Sit-ups

Just finished working out.  40:54.  Lost a little bit of time from last week but I indulged myself this weekend knowing that I was about to work my ass off.

Tuesday
Aphrodite- 50/40/30/20/10 each- Burpees, Air Squats, Sit-ups

37:49- PB.  Really pushed myself today.  If you are anything like I am, you feel the need to catch your breath before continuing.  I didn't do that today and was pleased to realize that while I think I am absolutely out of breath, I can continue for a few more repetitions.  So go ahead, push yourself just a little harder and get a personal best today.

Wednesday
2 mile (3.22 km) run-  Nice and easy at a pace so that you can still sing or talk.  

Nice relaxing jog today, 2 miles in 21 minutes.  Like I said in my intro, never been an enthusiastic runner but staying fit is about not being idle.

Thursday
Rest Day

Nice recovery day.  Enjoyed some good foods and took advantage of opportunity to let my legs recover.

Friday
Aphrodite- 50/40/30/20/10 each- Burpees, Air Squats, Sit-ups

43:15.  First time doing the workout outside.  Nice bright sunny day in El Paso, Texas.  61 degree F but still provided an element of stress that I had not experienced before.  Got it done though.  Now for a restful weekend.

Saturday
Rest Day

Sunday
Rest Day