Squeezing the Juice

We did a great workout on Wednesday. It was hard. We worked on our legs, chest, and back, and it seemed we didn't stop long enough to even catch our breath.

I was still quite sore and stiff from the Amazing Race. Doing the leg work today was another opportunity to dig deep in my soul and ask myself what I really wanted. How much did I want it! When Brian offered the easier options to the tougher one, I tried to go as long as I could with the advanced options. He put together some meaty medleys of squats and lunges that made my legs burn and nearly fade to extinction. :) lol

At one point, I was near exhaustion and muscle failure and didn't think my legs could push out one more power squat. They were trembling and were quickly cooking down to mush. (lol) But Brian cheered me on, pumped me up, and told me to "kick it out"! I always seem to squeeze a little more juice when my fitness coach is there to encourage me to dig deep! :)

We also did some awesome chest exercises, especially the diamond pushup. That works! :)

The surprising thing today was that while may of the campers including myself were heaving and groaning at the workload, the morning went fast as lightening! Perhaps we're getting gritty! We are developing some true grit along the way after all!! :) lol

When it was time to stretch, a few campers remarked almost simultaneously, "Is it already over and time to go?"

I guess time goes fast when you are having fun; Fun at Adventure Boot Camp that is!

Tomorrow is the day to look for. Our month of camp is coming to an end this week as unbelievable as that is to contemplate. So we will be tested on our pushups and 1 minute mile.

I have worked hard at preparing for this day. I've practiced running about 3-4 days a week to try and condition my lungs, and build up my power and stamina to improve my numbers. I will be happy with any improvement, as long as I am moving in the right direction.

I hope all you campers out there will take a deep breath, move past your fears and discomfort, and join us tomorrow. If the pinK tiger can do it, you can too! :) Getting a base point measure that will qualify your fitness level is just another tool you can put in your toolbox! :)

See you tomorrow fitness warriors!

the pinK tiger