Training Log: Entry 3463

AM WORKOUT (0510 wake up via Valkyrie’s alarm)

12 LABORS: SLAYING THE STYMPHALIAN BIRDS

Tactical Barbell Operator Cycle 1, Week 6, Workout 4

“MEAT EATER II” (Basic)

5 rounds of

10 burpees

10 KB swings (24kg bell)

1 min rest

Notes:

* We finally got some snow yesterday, so it’s time for indoor conditioning.  Meat Eater II is a favorite of mine, and with this being the week of easier conditioning, I wanted to select something that would allow me to wake up next to my Valkyrie.  She really appreciates when that can happen, and I’ve robbed her of it a bunch.  This took just slightly over 8 minutes, which is a good data point.

* I forgot where I learned it from, but clapping the hands overhead on the burpee, like in a jumping jack, is a great way to keep honest about getting your hands over head.  I know I’ve got tons of video of me just half-assed throwing my hands up, and it really robs the full body portion of the whole thing.  I made sure to include it today, along with a decent jump, while still trying to get them knocked out quickly.  Despite the short workout, it was still pretty challenging.

* It’s always hard to go easy, but the TB system works the way it’s laid out.  I’m training heavy lifting, so I’m going light on the conditioning, and my recovery is balanced.  It also gets me champing at the bit for some harder conditioning come next week.

* These were some of the most explosive swings I’ve done in a while.  Something about coming out of the bottom of the burpee and leaping right into the swing, or maybe it’s the jump of the burpee primes me for explosiveness.  I also noticed my knee felt better coming down the stairs.  I may consider doing some burpees as part of a general warm-up for the future.

* That virus is still running it’s course: dealing with some phlegm/congestion issues.  

* I was feeling particularly light this morning and stepped on the scale.  Weighed in at 82.4kg.  Gotta watch myself for playing "hunger games".  I think my body has tripped into fat loss mode, and I'm seeing myself looking leaner.  I can eat more, without eating like an a-hole, but I can also ride this out to my San Diego trip/cruise and really enjoy the food.

* Tang Soo Do is on the schedule for tonight.  Classes were canx last night due to the weather.  My dog is also cleared to resume walking tomorrow, so I’ll be sure to maximize that.  I get the day off work tomorrow, and want to get in a bit of training while also keeping the dogs under control, since the Valkyrie will be teleworking.