CF Log and then some

080210
"Fran"
21-15-9 95#Thrusters/pullups

[9:16]*PR
*Was ~12:30 on 130509
+ Protein shake [1.5 scoops + pecans]


050210
"Linda" aka "Three Bars of Death"
10-9-8..3-2-1reps for time
Deadlift BWx1.5
Bench Press BW
Power Clean BWx0.75

[31:21]
*Took me awhile because I had one bar to use, so I set up each weight after every set. could have saved myself about 6-7min if I had 3 bars set up already*


040210
Row 5k for time

[22:27]*PR
*PR was 22:30

+ Protein shake [1.5 scoops with pecans & craisins]
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The day after the 5k row I was a bit sore so I had about a half-scoop of more protein shake with pecans for lunch.

Yesterday was Super Bowl XLIV, between the Colts and Saints. I was going for the Colts but the Saints were able to intercept the ball which lead to a TD putting them up about 2 scores. I knew it was over by then, but I wasn't as upset since the Saints haven't won a Championship ever. They did good this year, so they deserve it. We had a party at our apartment, HELLA food and leftovers, so I think I'll be good on protein for the next few days.

Good news: I've been accepted to UW FINALLY as a junior, prearchitecture. I had trouble sleeping last night so I stayed up reading 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea then started to think about school again; worrying about studying late night and not having time to work AND workout. I want to spend lots of time in the gym not only to workout, but to soak in some knowledge and hours. I also worried about taking classes I still dread to take like Calculus II, cause all I picture are huge "F's" going through my head. I think it's early jitters, I just need to spend time with an advisor and I'll feel much better.

laugh a little

Quick documentary of Kid Cudi and his new song, "Cudderisback"

KiD CuDi "cudderisback" - Directed by Jason Goldwatch - DatNewCudi.com from DP on Vimeo.

The beat behind this song is dope. The video behind this beat is dope. Cudder is dope. I saw this awhile back, then a friend posted this up, and every now and then I always end up either listening to the song or watching this video. so i figured id share it.

Note To Self:

Practice 95# thrusters, muscle-ups, handstands, butterfly kip.

NEW BEGINNINGS! ..sorta

In your typical life, it's always good to change up your settings so you don't get bored with the same things over and over, and you get a chance to clean those corners you were never able to reach. Plus, its healthy for your own personal mindset. Therefore I moved everything out that I needed, cleaned out the corners and junk I didn't need, moved things back into a new layout, and added a few things to give it a fresh new look. and B-Bam! (c)B-Bam

What do you think? Meh, I can live with it for now.

So this is where my new start begins. I've got new goals, new ideas, new problems, and new... stuff. It's weird how changing a blog can influence you to do new things, or exceed those ideas you used to have, or help motivate you to do more. It's almost like rearranging your room: fun and challenging. Anyways, the whole point of this new look: A fresh start. Some move on to other sites, but I shall keep Blogger as my room still.

New goals:
Well, not actually new. Maybe more updated. Im back into crossfit (fingers crossed to keep it up!). I did stray away for a bit, which I've noticed is typical for me, seeing almost every year I disappear from crossfit during the fall season. I want to make crossfit a large part of my life so I need to put in the time and work. more on this later.

I've been waiting and waiting to get into the architecture program at UW, and..... im still waiting. Finding an internship or volunteer work in a firm isn't easy, but then again I'm sure I could put a little more effort into it. In summary of work/school: waiting on school, waiting on work. Tune in for updates *fingers crossed*

One reason I decided to start this up again (updating at least once a week), is because I've put myself into a new "challenge." Many of my friends are in a "paleo challenge," helping them to eat healthy and find personal gains, but I wanted to do something different. I've always been aware of my physique staying in this comfortable state of 135lbs +/-5lbs, so I've challenged myself to gain some muscle mass, put the work in, and log the changes, if any. I'll be taking protein shakes with the usual meals I eat throughout the day (50% paleo, because I help get rid of leftovers). I've done this before, but not with the help of crossfit. I did get some muscle mass but the intensity in my workout wasn't there, so I lost some of it. Hopefully I get around to taking before and after pictures. fun.

On the topic of crossfit, I'm restarting my CF Log! finally. I'll include in the blog as well, in case I want to add any additional notes. So here was Tuesday and Wednesdays WOD:

YR/MO/DY
100203
5rds for time
20 waiters walk lunge @ 16kg
30 KB swing @ 16kg
Finisher 500m row

[11:36], Finisher [1:51]*PR?

Did this once at Greenlake and finished at 10:50. bleh. haven't recorded a straight 500m time so I'll take it. This was RIGHT after the workout and my feet and legs were burning up. Today, my lats are sore.

100202
30 muscle-ups for time

[14:32]

I'll get the exact number when I get back in the gym today. My PR is 10:00 which was about 2 years ago, so I need to get my time back down. struggled on the last 4, my shoulders were dying.



For the Protein Shake Challenge:
100203: 1.75 scoops w/ water + craisins (for taste). Taken after WOD

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So thats it for now, I'll be back soon enough because I always forget to add something. toodles.

When Manny isn't winning WBO belts, he's...

WAPAKMAN!!



foreals?

Contemplating..

This year's so far:

- Not in school, waiting for acceptance to UW *fingers crossed*
- Work sucks so far. Because I took almost 2 weeks off from work, I haven't been scheduled for anything.. actually thats almost a (+) and not a (-)
+ looking for more work and an internship. so far, missed one job by a day.
+ Back in CrossFit. I am recording my work in the journal at the gym, but I probably should do it here again. self motivation kinda stuff.
+ snowboarding again. weather sucks, but recently i went up and it was powderrr. but it was too warm so it was a bit slushy.. I also need to wash and put new water repellent on.

recent WOD on 100114
5rds max reps:
bench press 3/4BW
Knees-to-Elbow

[82/84 @ 45kg]

feels good to do a strength training workout, but i was feenin a chipper or a metcon. oh well. that just means i gotta get into the gym more often.

This is a good CrossFit Quote.

"I do today what you won't so that tomorrow I do what you can't." - Anon. from my perspective.

Put this on a shirt with the CrossFit Name and I'll buy it.

traffic+rain

WOD @ home
3rds, 30 pushups + 40 situps + 50 squats

[12:01]

The original includes 20 pullups but I lacked a bar here at home.
Still a bit sore from Cindy a few days ago, but I had to do it to get myself back in shape.

Fantasy Football takes over my life again

MAN. I tried to stay true to myself with blogger but life just threw me some fast balls. All this moving I've been doing lately (not to mention work and school) has made me real busy. But the one thing I make time for: Fantasy Football. This thing takes over my life, seriously. I think I'm going to start a legit league next year, with a live draft and a trophy of some sort. There's definitely going to be a buy-in, so that people actually pay attention to their team, also. So a quick update before a do some studying (FFL studying that is):

+ moved out of my old apartment
+ moved into the new apartment! kinda like it so far.. its more "homey"
+ almost done with the quarter; no finals! just two tests = awesome
+ Leavenworth trip this weekend. pretty excited to get out and enjoy some Christmas spirit
+ Snowboarding season is here! Once school and moving is done, its off to the slopes to take advantage of my SEASON PASS!!!!11
+ doing Fantasy Basketball: not as fun. but its a good way to keep in contact with friends i havent talked to or seen in awhile.
+ I'm 2nd in my Fantasy Football League. my 32 acquisitions and 2 trades have paid off so far..

Probably wont get back on to this thing until near Christmas. Once I finish school this quarter, I hope to spend the next quarter working more and spending more time in the gym cause im seriously out of shape (performance-wise). In the mean time..

World Series

Go Phillies!



..Cause A-Rod's weird.

27 OCTOBER 2009

I need to keep up on my blogger. I think I had a dream that I was gonna switch off of Blogger, but then someone told me not to.. or was this real life?

Hopefully I can get back on this thing.

Hey, USA. take note, don't be so fat.

great idea to get people to use the stairs.

worst BEST mic check EVAR!

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Sweet Game Trailer

Game: Halo 3 ODST


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This Video..

... is too cute. dammit.