No I'm not talking about musical bands silly! It's those yellow, easy to stretch bands used for resistance training. Of course there are other colors as well. Each color is a different resistance level. I've heard Rob talk about this part of the training and I have done this in the past. I'm not sure he likes Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, band days, because I know for a fact that those are the days he missed when he didn't go work out, which, I must add wasn't too often!
My usual self was a tad bit late, so I had to find some space more towards the front of the class. Being at the front of the class really wasn't all that bad. It was much easier to see the instructor and to follow along. However I don't like having my ass parked right in front of others especially if I'm having one of those 'gassy' days. Get my drift?
I parked myself right next to Shelly. Shelly is another coach/instructor and she was ever so helpful yesterday. She turned to me and said, "I'm so glad to see you! When we started and I didn't see you I thought you had quit!" My short reply was, "Nope! My husband won't let me quit!" "Good for him!" she replied.
Knowing that she was looking for me was proof that I was not only being held accountable for showing up, but that someone there really cared. Do you have any idea how good that feels? People I don't know care that I'm in class trying to improve my health. I know this isn't all for show either. I can tell by the look in their eyes and how they say it that they mean it.
Today was upper body day and I have to say that although I feel like my arms are about to fall off my body and my boobs haven't felt this sore since I was pregnant and gave birth to Emilie, I really enjoy band days! I wasn't running out of breath like I was yesterday during that cardio kick boxing class. My form seemed to be good because the coaches and instructors were telling me so. I think I'm going to like Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Monday, Wednesday and Friday...still not sure. Guess I'll find out tomorrow!
I felt each and every one of your emotions when I did it. I was the second to last one to finish the run/walk on the first day. Very humiliating but I got over it quickly. I found that the more water I drank the less sore I was.
ReplyDeleteHang in there you will start to notice your strength coming back very soon.
You and I are opposite - I much prefer the cardio over the searing pain of muscle failure. I know it's good and I'll keep stretching my limits, but I'd rather kick a bag than be tortured by a band.
ReplyDeleteWe're doing it......