Fitness Week 1 Update
Week 1: The Highs, The Hurdles & The Unexpected
The first week of my fitness journey has been mostly positive, with a few hurdles to jump. Physically, I’m feeling great. I’ve hit my workouts, and I’ve managed to get my 10k steps (or at least close to it) every day.
I started strong, but by day three, my partner decided it was the perfect time to put drywall in our gym... and in the process, disconnected the lights. Not exactly ideal. And, of course, this happened right when I was all set to start my morning treadmill walks. At a time when the sun wasn’t even up yet. So, for two days, I had to work around drywall, insulation, and general chaos. Luckily, once the lights were hooked back up and the space was cleared, I was finally able to wake up before the kids and get in an extra 25-minute morning walk. That small change has made it so much easier to hit my step goal.
And now, just as I’m getting into the groove, my period has arrived (because why wouldn’t it?). Between the cramps and the bloating (which, of course, happened right on my measurements day), I’m feeling a little off. But honestly? Despite the setbacks, this first week has felt really good. I’ve been waking up earlier, I have more energy, and I’m betting it’s a mix of those morning walks, extra water, and cutting back on sweets.
Measurement Updates:
Arms: 24cm
Waist: 80cm
Stomach:90cm
Glutes:96cm
Thighs:55cm
(I will be giving myself more grace for todays measurements. Not only is it my first week, but it is also that time of the month, so I am bloated. )
Activity Stats:
Steps: 76,323 total
Exercise: 6.11hrs
Calories:4139
FRIDAY
Breakfast: None
Lunch: Oatmeal
Dinner: I don’t remember?
Activity
Steps: 7978
Exercise: 78 minutes
Calories: 552
SATURDAY
Breakfast: None
Lunch: Eggs
Dinner: I don’t Remember
Activity:
Steps: 12174
Exercise: 25 minutes
Calories: 629
SUNDAY
Breakfast: None
Lunch: French Toast with Sourdough Bread & Fresh eggs
Dinner: Smash Burgers
Activity:
Steps: 11641
Exercise: 26 minutes
Calories: 607
MONDAY
Breakfast: None
Lunch: Avocado Toast with fresh bread and eggs
Dinner: Chicken w/ Garlic Butter Rice
Activity:
Steps: 10361
Exercise: 81 minutes
Calories: 661
TUESDAY
Breakfast: None
Lunch: Avocado toast with fresh bread and eggs
Dinner: Smash Burgers
Activity:
Steps: 12277
Exercise: 31 minutes
Calories: 586
WEDNESDAY
Breakfast: None
Lunch: Protein Bar
Dinner: Burritos w/ Elote Rice
Other:
Activity:
Steps: 9718
Exercise: 48
Calories:507
THURSDAY
Breakfast: None
Lunch: Left over Smash Burger
Dinner: Street Corn Chicken and Rice Bowl
Activity:
Steps: 12174
Exercise: 78 minutes
Calories: 597
Next Weeks Plans
Next week my workouts will mostly include larger equipment that I have in my gym, and I will push a little harder on the weights. Is it a good idea? I don’t know. But this is my journey and I’ll find out!
MONDAY: Chest & Tris:
Incline Machine Press: 3 x 12
Cable Chest Flys: 3 x 12
Dips: 3 x 12
Tricep Rope Pushdowns: 3 x 12
Close Grip Bench Press: 3 x 12
TUES & THUR: Core Strength & Cardio:
Plank: 3 x 60 seconds
Russian Twists: 3 x 12
Bicycle Crunches: 3 x 30
Leg Raises: 3 x 12
Side Crunches: 3 x 12
WEDNESDAY: Back & Biceps:
Lat Pulldows: 3 x 12
Seated Row: 3 x 12
Pull Ups: 3 x 8
Barbell Bicep Curls: 3 x 12
Cable Rope Hammer: 3 x 12
FRIDAY: Glutes & Legs:
Barbell Squat: 3 x 12
Barbell Deadlift: 3 x 12
Calf Raises: 3 x 20
Kick Backs: 3 x 12 (each)
Looking Ahead: Week 2, Here We Come!
Are you ready for another week? Am I ready for another week? You bet your ass I am.
If I’m already feeling this much better after just one week of working out, eating cleaner, cutting out soda, and drinking more water, I can’t wait to see how I feel after another. And this time, I’ll get a full week of early morning walks. Just me, in the gym, in peace and quiet before the kids wake up. Sounds like a dream.
To keep pushing forward, I’m setting a new goal for myself: add an extra glass of water to my daily intake. Small changes, big impact. Let’s go, Week 2!
Have you been joining along? What are some of your goals? What are some of your favorite workouts?
