After taking some time off due to my gym being closed all weekend, and lets face it, my not actually wanting to go to said gym, which made the closing really convenient, it was time to get back on that wagon.
Melissa really came through, too. We talked about all of the new foot stuff, and I admitted my general laziness. So, we stuck with the new line of workout that she created after my running training. The focus is now on strengthening muscles in a functional way for running, while also actively stretching them so that my body will actually be able to reach the more natural running form, i.e., I’m working on tucking my pelvis more while running, which requires more flexibility in the hip flexors.
We got to work – side plank with hip abduction, static back lunges – I still cannot believe that I can do lunges in any form! – and an actual back lunge assisted with the stretchy bands and an opposite one arm row. Next, we hit the TRX! I love the the TRX, even though it does not always love me. She had me do assisted pushups (I rocked these guys! Also, cannot believe I can do a push up!), a really difficult side stretch and back extensions with 10 lbs! I love seeing how far I have come! This past summer has been the best and most progress in weights and overall fitness that I have ever made. I cannot wait until next summer, but I guess I should also be looking forward to the winter work, too 🙂