May 112011
Breakfast
1/2c oatmeal, 1c milk, 1 apple, 1T peanut butter, cinnamonLyn
Today, I had my trainer workout with Chelsea.
I warmed up for 20 min (265 cal) on the elliptical. My workout started with our standard lunges with press holding 10 pound dumbbells. I still hate them, but I am getting better at them. I usually go one length with the press and the other just holding the weights. My arms get tired.
Then, we did a circuit of row, push ups (on smith bar), single tricep left, single tricep right, biceps, repeat.
We ended with some leg extensions, squats, wood chops and abdominal work.
It was a great workout.
Next up: cardio on the elliptical in the morning. Goal is 750 calories.
The weather is absolutely beautiful once again. We started our day with a trip to the J. Stephen is still out of town, so it was just the kids and I.
I did my normal spin class along with some abdominal work and back extensions. We had a bit of excitement during class. One of the regulars fell off their bike when the handlebars came out. It was scary for a couple of minutes, but she was ok and got back on the bike and rode the rest of the class. WOW! It was a good reminder to make sure the handlebars on secure in a hole and tightened down properly every class. It’s also a good idea to check them during class and re-tighten if necessary. They are attached to a post that goes in a hole in the front of the bike, since it’s adjustable.
Later in the day, the kids and I went to the park. Nick didn’t want his picture taken, so he hid. I love the blue sky! Sally has been a daredevil on the slides. It was fun to spend time outside with them.
Next up: trainer workout with Chelsea in the AM.
Happy Mother’s Day to all of the moms!
With Stephen out of town, it was just the kids and I. We went to the JCC. I burned 600 calories in 45 min on the elliptical. I also did biceps and triceps.
After lunch and nap time, we headed to the playground, and then we played outside at home. After dinner, we headed up to the duck pond.
It was such a beautiful day outside and I was happy to spend it playing with my kids.
Next up: spin class in the AM.
Today, my husband had to go out of town. The kids and I headed to Grandma and Grandpa’s house. We picked up Grandma and went to a party. My friends from Rome are in town for 2 more days and tonight was the last get together. Their little girl turned two this week. Since Stephen couldn’t make it, I thought it was a good idea to have another adult with me to help with the kids. We had a great time and didn’t have any meltdowns.
Here’s the birthday girl with Sally along with a photo of Nick and the birthday girl.
After the party, we stopped in to visit Grandpa, Aunt Carol and Uncle Frank. It was a great afternoon/evening!
Next up: cardio at the JCC in the morning. I’m hoping an elliptical is available.
Today, I went back to the water aerobics class. We used some water dumbbells and balls today. It was fun and made it easier to modify the exercises. This is one class where I need to work hard to make the workout difficult. I always stay toward the deeper end and really focus on each exercise. We do things like cross country ski, jumping jacks, biceps curls, balance, core etc. We really get to work all of the major muscle groups. I feel great after an hour in the pool and it’s a great Friday workout for my mix.
After a bunch of errands and nap time, Nick wanted to paint. He likes mixing the colors.
He also really enjoys making a mess.
I’m glad the paint is washable and easy to clean up and that Sally was still napping during this project.
Next up: day off tomorrow.