The 2013 Winter 52 Day Challenge starts one week from today. I’ve got a bit of prep work to do. First – I’ve been using a re-run of my DIY program just to get me through this period of time. I really need to sit down and just work up another program. That is not going to take that much time – just a lot of focus – which I have not been able to do.
Second – I’ve got to figure out another series of complexes – for my cardio days. I hate the cardio machines. Really do. The Burpees are painful – and I’ve been there and done that. The series of exercises I’ve been doing are getting really boring. Then came the Jan/Feb 2013 issue of Men’s Health. On page 104, as part of their 7 Tests of True Strength is the “Squat, Curl, Push Press.” The goal is to do 20 reps in one minute – holding dumbbells that are 30% of your body weight. For me that would be two – 27.5 pound dumbbells. I’ll settle for two – 25 pounder’s. With due apologies to Men’s Health – this is what it looks like:
Naturally, this a Chad Waterbury torture. I did a couple of reps holding 15 pound DBs. It may take me all 52 days to get close to the goal. The drill – do two sets of 16 with 90 seconds rest between the sets. Once you can do 20 reps – add weight. I may have to start with 5 or 10 pound DBs just to get to the requisite 16.
With a bit of luck – this will be the heart of my Cardio program – along with push-ups and chin-ups. (hopefully)
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Dec 26, 2012 @ 21:05:35
That complex appears to have elements of Istvan Javorek with just a hint of a nod to Tabata. TNTMAN prepare for an increased appetite!
By the way, you have inspired me to introduce the pushup back into my daily routine. Not 200 like you but I’ve been rolling along at 100 per since your October 52DC started. It’s kind of interesting to see how long I can keep the string going.
Who knows maybe I’ll be inspired to take up the Squat, Curl, Press complex someday..
Have a Happy New Year and best for that and the 52DC. Very much in awe of your wife’s committment too, as well as your assist throughout her amazing come back.
Be well all, McC
Dec 26, 2012 @ 21:25:31
McC:
100 a day – consistent – well done. They are a great way to round out your workout – and build up your chest. Keep it up – 100 will soon feel like you are slacking off.
This new squat/curl/push press looks interesting. I wonder how long I can keep it up without keeling over. As it is – the “younger” (30-40yo) guys at the gym try to warn me off of doing different exercises – because “you will hurt yourself.” For some reason – the single leg dead lift is viewed as “dangerous.” They mean well. They should only know where I was before life threw us a curve ball.
May you and yours have a happy and healthy New Year.
TNT Man