I was thinking yesterday that it would be so much better to exercise in the morning, but my morning routine seems like it might be tough to change given the 2 1/2 year old that I'm in charge of at that time. Plus, I really enjoy the routine - Olivia tip-toes into the room for a last snuggle before we get ready to head out. (Susan leaves for work earlier than Olivia and I tend to wake). This morning, though, Olivia woke extra early and wasn't interested in snuggling. Instead, she decided to color and read books, giving me the opportunity I desired.
I headed to the deck into the darkness of 5:30a - I feel fall coming on - and begin my jumping. I almost got through the entire first set without tripping which was a complete change from the day before. Yesterday getting 10 in a row was an accomplishment. Today 40 was the magic trip number. I got through this part much quicker.
The rest of the routine was good - given the Pro Tip about push-ups, I changed my hand position from my pre-PCP workout and find this to be a harder exercise now. I'm also discovering my abs have not been touched by exercise for ages and this hurts. Oh well, I'm on track for the 6-pack abs... because I know Patrick is a giant believer in those and he's got them lined up for all of us!
Oh yeah - Susan and I go on vacation, technically starting tomorrow, but officially on Sunday when we arrive in Disney World. The jump ropes and such were already listed for the luggage, so the exercise shouldn't be a hard thing to carry out... the diet, though, will be an interesting challenge...
The early morning thing is definitely working out well for me, although we'll see how long it stays. And fall is certainly on it's way. Glad to see you're jump ropes are getting better already, quick improvement.
ReplyDeleteI agree about early mornings - it really works for me but only now my girls are old enough to take care of themselves (or join in!).
ReplyDeleteBut ultimately it's whatever works, right?
A challenge you will no doubt pass, enjoy disney world!
ReplyDelete( i deleted my last comment because there were far to many spelling mistakes, i need some sleep!)
Early morning workouts are the best! Really gets the blood flowing and then it's out of the way for the rest of the day. That said, now that school is back in session, I only have time to jump first thing, before I need to help the kids get ready. It's a constant juggling act!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your trip - good luck finding PCP-type food at Disney! I've never been, but I do hear that they can accomodate any food allergy known to man, so maybe eating PCP will not be so hard?
Oh yes, do let us know how the eating at Disney goes... I'm headed there in a few weeks and I'll be curious to get your report! Have a wonderful holiday!
ReplyDeleteSarah - It's been interesting getting Olivia and myself ready in combination with the exercise routine. Olivia, however, seems to be getting the picture that this will be a common occurrence.
ReplyDeleteErin - Where are you staying and for how long? We're going to Old Key West resort for the first time... normally we're in Port Orleans. We've kind of been... um... a few times.
I might have the advantage on timing here, given our vacation is currently sitting in the "half diet" zone of PCP. Curious to see what week 2 holds... I'm sure Disney can provide, but will I take it!? :O