So today is my official day for getting back to the gym for a set workout routine for lifting weights. I have been putting this off for as long as I can but it is becoming more and more evident that I need to do some strength training in order to speed up my progress in my other exercises. I have had a few times where a wave has taken the board out of my hands when I am trying to turtle roll so I really want to strengthen my arms for that. Also, I am a bit sluggish when it comes to popping up after I catch a wave so my goal is to strengthen my chest with some dumbbell chest press and flys.
I am not new to lifting weights. I used to be really into it about 5 to 6 years ago when I was much more active. I do know the basics for a solid workout routine and have used that knowledge to put together a weight training workout. My goal is not to bulk up but instead to build strength and tone up so I will be focusing on lighter weight and more reps. I also do not like to do 2 pulling or pushing exercises on consecutive days. An example of this would be to do a chest workout on Monday and then a triceps workout on Tuesday. Since your triceps are supplemental muscles for your chest workout I like to give them at least 24 hours to recover after a chest workout. The same concept also works for back and biceps.
So that being said this will be my routine for the next 6 weeks at least:
Monday: Chest
Tuesday: Back
Wednesday: Shoulders
Thursday: Legs
Friday: Triceps and Biceps
I think I will completely mix everything up after 6 weeks to try and get some muscle confusion going to avoid a plateau.
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