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Well I ended up spending money on some weights and a stability ball. Picked up 5, 15, 20, 30, 40 lb dumbbell pairs plus a pair each of the 2.5 and 1.25 lb platemates. I already have a cheap bench and a weider barbell and some plates, so between those I should be ok. Way I figure it, if I don't feel like going to the wellness center, or if I'm unable to, I can work out at home and not disrupt my schedule.
Well I ended up spending money on some weights and a stability ball. Picked up 5, 15, 20, 30, 40 lb dumbbell pairs plus a pair each of the 2.5 and 1.25 lb platemates. I already have a cheap bench and a weider barbell and some plates, so between those I should be ok. Way I figure it, if I don't feel like going to the wellness center, or if I'm unable to, I can work out at home and not disrupt my schedule.
She47441 said:
I've not actually seen that film... and technically I didn't exactly listen lol - While I didn't join the gym again, I did spend money on weights (which were cheaper than the gym membership anyhow). Good part is I got the same dumbbells they have at the wellness center, so little disruption there.
Workout 6/30
Cardio:
30 Min walk with my dad - good to get used to impact again
Strength:
Ball Squats, 2 sets x 12 reps, body weight + 2x15 lb weights, alternated with
Calf Raises, 2x12, body weight + 2x15 lb weights
Backward Lunges, 2x12, body weight + 2x5 lb weights - balance here esp on the left foot forward is an issue for me - still working on it. made it through all sets without having to stabilize myself
Hamstring Curl with stability ball -1x36
Modified pushups (knees on the ground), 1x1 1x2...1x12
Bent over rows, 2x30
2-Arm Skullcrushers, 2x12, 40lb alternated with
1-Arm Concentration Curls, 2x12, 25lbs
Shoulder Press 2x12, 2x30 lb dumbbells
Core:
Crunch w/Leg Lift (2 sides) 2x12
Oblique Twist/Saw (2 sides) 2x12
Hip Lifts 2x12
Well, my first home workout in a long long time... and what a difference it makes, especially mentally. I have yet to find a suitable alternative for the hamstring curls (water in the basement prevents me from using my cheap bench), as well as a reasonable way to the back extensions... but other than that the other exercises were just fine. Money well spent I think, for the change in attitude alone.
Cardio:
30 Min walk with my dad - good to get used to impact again
Strength:
Ball Squats, 2 sets x 12 reps, body weight + 2x15 lb weights, alternated with
Calf Raises, 2x12, body weight + 2x15 lb weights
Backward Lunges, 2x12, body weight + 2x5 lb weights - balance here esp on the left foot forward is an issue for me - still working on it. made it through all sets without having to stabilize myself
Hamstring Curl with stability ball -1x36
Modified pushups (knees on the ground), 1x1 1x2...1x12
Bent over rows, 2x30
2-Arm Skullcrushers, 2x12, 40lb alternated with
1-Arm Concentration Curls, 2x12, 25lbs
Shoulder Press 2x12, 2x30 lb dumbbells
Core:
Crunch w/Leg Lift (2 sides) 2x12
Oblique Twist/Saw (2 sides) 2x12
Hip Lifts 2x12
Well, my first home workout in a long long time... and what a difference it makes, especially mentally. I have yet to find a suitable alternative for the hamstring curls (water in the basement prevents me from using my cheap bench), as well as a reasonable way to the back extensions... but other than that the other exercises were just fine. Money well spent I think, for the change in attitude alone.