I guess it’s true that if you haven’t done some type of exercise in a long time, the body has difficulty adjusting and may be sore afterward. My body was VERY sore today, and I didn’t even do that much on yesterday.
I had a very busy day with work and with the kids, so I didn’t have time to go to my gym and take a spin class or anything, so I decided to work with what I have at home. Sometimes you have to do that. With the kind of busy (but wonderfully blessed) life that I have, being flexible is the key to it all.
I have 3, 5, and 8 pound weights at home, so I did a few reps of some basic exercises to loosen up my muscles. Here’s what I did:
- 3 reps of 15 bicep curls using the 8 pound weights
- 3 reps of 20 lateral raises using the 8 pound weights
- 3 reps of 20 front raises using the 8 pound weights
- 30 forward lunges on the stairs, alternating legs
- 2 sets of 25 deep squats. I do mean deeeeep too!
- 2 – 1 minute planks on the floor
I built up a mild sweat (surprisingly), but afterward, I was quite sore. Sore is good, especially when you’ve not done anything in a while. Pain is NOT good, so always stop if you experience pain. I’m glad I pressed through the soreness so that I could get ‘er done. Three times a week with some good weights and creative exercises, and I should be good to go.
What about your strength training? Are you incorporating them into your routines? It’s very important to do and will yield excellent results, even in the most basic level.
Have a fantabulous day all!
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