2012 was a bit of a bust for me. Back injury in January put a severe damper on my fitness goals. And my nutrition sucked as my motivation was non-existant and my frustration high. My weight stayed stable, but I've been wallowing in self-pity for a couple of years so it's higher than I'd like it to be. I'm ready to shake the self-pity and get back into the game.
2013 Fitness Goals:
- 135 bench. In 2012, I achieved a calculated 1 RM of 135, but I haven't actually attempted to lift it. This year, I want to to actually lift it.
- Do a bench meet. In line with the above, I'd like to do a bench meet. If I can shed some weight and put up 135, I can take a state record for my age group.
- Run at least 2 5k races with my son. We did 2 last year. He smoked me. He'll continue to smoke me this year (he runs cross country for the school), but I'd like to be less than 15 minutes behind him this year.
- Stay injury free. I'm almost afraid to type this. This was on my 2012 goal list and I burst a disc about a week later. I still have nerve damage (the outer edge of my right leg is partially numb), but I'm counting that as "normal". Goal is to not do anything worse!
- Rep pullups from a dead hang. Another 2012 goal I missed. I got up to 5 consecutive, but I don't count that as repping.
- Lose 20 lbs. Another goal from 2012 I missed. I'm serious this year. This goal is the key to the 3 goals above.
- Regain my athleticism. I'm still strong, but I'm no longer athletic. I'm reminded of that every taekwondo class. Time to get that back.
Other 2013 Goals:
I'm going to list out my family or career goals, but I do have some personal goals that are related to fitness.
- Get my PT certification. Been studying, just need to get serious and do it.
- Get the ACE Wellness Coach (or equivalent) certification.
- Start my Wellness Coach business. I've started the process and am slowly ramping up. I'd like to be moving full force by the end of the year.
- Meditate regularly.
The plan:
Wendler's 5/3/1. I ran this most of last year, liked it, and had success. Not going to mess with a good thing. I'll change up the accessory lifts as the year goes on to keep it fresh and interesting. Incorporating some plyo moves right now to get back some of the athleticism.
Taekwondo. Currently a purple belt. Will finish the year as a brown belt. These classes will aid with the athleticism. I started the year at 4 classes per week, got hurt and was out for a bit, and never got back up beyond 2 classes per week. Need to step that up a bit, and get the kids to more classes, too.
Running. I never got to the point that I could run the full 5k. Could run most, but not all. Faded out during the holidays, but I need to get back on this. I have a treadmill, so not dependent on the weather. I may pick up a Y membership for the family again as they have an indoor track. My son needs to get back on track (he faded when cross country ended, mainly because our neighborhood is not one I will send a 12 year old out in at night), and we can go there together. Races 2 races last year and my best time was just under 42:00 (2nd race was much higher, but I also did it with my 8 year old who decided after 1/2 a mile that running is for chumps). I also need to get my 8 year old running. He is about a year and a half from starting his black belt testing and he needs to run for that. Will be running at least 2 days per week.
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01-04-2013, 06:54 AM #1
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2013 - The Year of Erin's Comeback
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TKD
45 minute class
First fitness activity of 2013! After 2 weeks off, it felt good to be back in class. For one, I enjoy it. For another, I've made lots of friends there and it was nice to see them again. Started out strong with a lot of kicking and punching. They got some new bags and they are hard as hell. The tops of my feet were stinging after roundhouses. I was glad we moved on to side and back kick, which use the bottom of the foot.https://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=17995794
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In for noods or at least bikini progress pics
The Beast Journey to Elite
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Highest Gym Lifts: Squat: 600 Deadlift: 600 Bench: 400
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you can totally do it, i can see it.
there's a powerlifter older guy at my gym, he's probably around 70, and he's still going strong with powerlifting meets. he's awesome, and has helped me a lot with my benching. asks me to attend some local meets to see if i catch 'the bug.'
i think it definitely would bring my numbers up quicker if i set a goal knowing i'd be in front of people, and having to perform. if that makes sense. so, i can see you doing it...especially if you tell you friends who PL. they'll hound you ...
i read your goals and thought...i need to write some down. something about writing them down, that makes them more 'real,' or something. lol
happy friday, and you're gonna kill it this year! i feel it.
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Cardio
1:23 snowshoeing
2.81 miles
Making up for no snow last year. It was a great day for it!
Thanks, Flex (I missed this comment earlier)! There WILL be a vid.
I find I'm more likely to do something towards my goals once I publicize them.
Woot!https://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=17995794
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If there are no pics by page 3 I am unsubscribing
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Best Meet's Total = 1515 (585 Squat, 365 Bench, 565 Deadlift)
Highest Gym Lifts: Squat: 600 Deadlift: 600 Bench: 400
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Bench
45x5
60x5
70x5
75x5
90x5
100x7
Dips
5x5
It's been a long time since I've done these and it shows.
Wide grip pullups w/bands
4, 3, 3, 3, 2
Skull crushers
25x10x5
Cardio
30 minute random program on treadmill
Yes, it did! I haven't done abs in a while because we do them in TKD, but I need to get better at them.
Thanks for reading! I was browsing through your journal the other day and ran out of time before I could post (I lurk more than post these days). How is TKD going?https://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=17995794
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01-11-2013, 06:25 AM #23
Thanks for reminding me that I need to add dips back into my routine!
Nice work Erin (butt slap that lingers a little too long)The Beast Journey to Elite
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Best Meet's Total = 1515 (585 Squat, 365 Bench, 565 Deadlift)
Highest Gym Lifts: Squat: 600 Deadlift: 600 Bench: 400
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"Everybody wants to be strong but most people just don't want to work that hard"
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01-11-2013, 06:58 AM #26The Beast Journey to Elite
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Best Meet's Total = 1515 (585 Squat, 365 Bench, 565 Deadlift)
Highest Gym Lifts: Squat: 600 Deadlift: 600 Bench: 400
Proud member of Team Ogre
"Everybody wants to be strong but most people just don't want to work that hard"
Instagram: harrylifter
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TKD
1 hour class
I like Saturdays because the adult class is the last class for the day. It always goes closer to an hour. Today we did about 15-20 minutes of various cardio/agility activities. Then about 20 minutes of self defense. My wrists are going to ache all day from that. Then about 20 minutes of work on the bags. Great class.https://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=17995794
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01-12-2013, 05:39 PM #29
IN! I have never seen that pic of you before - I love it!!
Sucks about the injuries but you sound like you have a solid plan in place!Journal but the 2020/2021 ed. ---> https://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=141049421
ROAD RACES
Mississauga Marathon - Relay Challenge (my lap 8km) - 2015 - no time to record
Mississauga Marathon - 10 km - 2018 - 1:20:17
Tough Mudder (half course) - 2018 (no time to record)
Mississauga Marathon - Half Marathon - 2018 - 2:35:01
Toronto Women's 10km - 2019 - 1:12:14
Lululemon Toronto Waterfront 10km - 2019 - 1:12:20
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