"SEC-S29W2: My Progressive Action (Squats)"
It's another week and I did learn a lot from last week. I was advised by one of the host to take it easy on myself and to avoid injuries. Knowing fully well that we have 4 more weeks to go, keeping my pace from 40 may affect my hips and thighs because I usually go for workout sessions and other programs are targeted. So I decided to reduce the repetitions so as to continue the program with joy to the end. I did stop at hitting a target of 25 last time. So this week, my target is adding 5 to the 25 I already made. That's the reason for the adjustment and it would be 5 reps throughout as the number is gradually increasing.
| Wednesday | Day 1 | 25 Reps + 5 reps |
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| Thursday | Day 2 | 30 Reps + 5 Reps |
| Friday | Day 3 | 35 Reps + 5 Reps |
If you look at the pattern, it's following a progressive pace, from 30 to 35 and then to 40 which was the highest I did for this week. I had to put it on 5 reps to still maintain my joy in carrying out the programs effectively, reasons for the reduction. Normally, It would have been an increase from 5 to 10 and the likes.
Day 1 — Squats |
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I started my activity on Tuesday because I was heavily engaged on Monday. My mind was at rest and I discovered that if you're not counting and you do squats in an environment where you get entertained instead of doing solo which may bore you, you'll tend to achieve more than what you had planned to do because the motivation is there. I started by using my varenda and also walking bare foot so that I won't feel anymore weight coupled with the weight of my hands suspending in the air.
- My legs were opened. It was open, and my knees were far apart from each other while trying to get into a sitting position. I got the sitting position in my mind as I started from starting to sitting. If I wanted to start from sitting to standing, it would have been very difficult or impossible. My hands were stretched in such a way that they weren't above my head. So what's the difference in the days?
- I removed obstructions. I ensured that everything I wore were light and not adding extra weight to me especially my clothes. It was more easy to do it comfortably with light clothes and without shoes because I felt the coldness of the floor.
- It takes endurance to continue pouncing up and down. I didn't think of the number i was to do if not, it would have been difficult . While going down to attain a squatting position, my hands were still in the air. It wasn't meant to go down while squatting down.
- Going up and down is counted as 1. So I did 30 as my minimum. From this 30, I'd increase it on day 2 and day 3 to 35 and then 40
How did I feel?
After doing the squats 30 times, I felt a little outstretched of muscles around my thigh region. It wasn't that demanding, but was telling me that my skin was at work and was doing something vital
My bones were also stretched to avoid situations where I'll be bending at old age. Bending it now helped.
Aside from the waist problem, which squats help to curb, it also gives one an increased butt. That's what I'm looking for. I'm tired of sitting on hard surfaces, and my butt bones, or pelvis, are felt. I did 30 on a stretch which is 25 reps and 6 reps as my lowest.
| Heart rate before exercise | 66/min |
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| Heart rate during exercise | 69/min |
| Heart rate after exercise | 67/min |
| Respiration before exercise | 14/min |
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| Respiration during exercise | 18/min |
| Respiration after exercise | 17/min |
I tend to have an increased heartbeat and respiration, as i didn't really do a tedious program such as jumping jacks and skipping with a rope.
DAY 2 |
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Day 2 was in still my house. I had the same composure I built earlier on which would help me work effectively. This composure was to avoid being alone when doing squats or you'll fell discouraged.
I did it outside so that people will watch me. That was the motivation I needed.
I added 5 to the 30 that was already on the ground. This time, I was to do 35 on a stretch. My heart rate was faster now because the number of reps increased and my mind was programmed to o expecting something different. The pain of suspending my hands for a minute was felt than it was last time, but I felt relieved at the end because of the motivation. My butt muscles contracted alongside my thighs. I was refreshed because I could conquer 30, so what was 35 and 40 that I should fear if for anything?
| Heart rate before exercise | 63 per minute |
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| Heart rate during exercise | 77 per minute |
| Heart rate after exercise | 72 per minute |
| Respiration before exercise | 14 per minutes |
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| Respiration during exercise | 22 per minute |
| Respiration after exercise | 19 per minute |
After this,I touched my butt and could feel a little perplexing. My pelvis was adding more flesh and inflamming in a positive light. This was what I wanted.
Day 3 |
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This was the finale. I did in day 2 and 1 and didn't stop. So why would I stop in day 3 and feel the pain more. Was it 5? I was going for 40 reps this time, 5 reps added to the already existing 35. My mind was programmed and my heartbeat increased than in those days so days. My legs were shaky, and my hands as well. I just had to endure the pains and the pressure of standing for long.
It got to a point in number 26 when I started feeling heavy weights on my shoulder and hands. It was painful, but I had to endure it. On getting to 40, I didn't wait to stand up fast. This program has really taught me endurance to prepare for the task now and the ones to come.
Finally, I was done. I felt light and relieved. I could feel that sense of easiness and warm feelings again. My laps didn't stop hurting, but my hands were very much ohkay.
| Heart rate before exercise | 67 per minute |
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| Heart rate during exercise | 78 per minute |
| Heart rate after exercise | 70 yreper minute |
| Respiration before exercise | 15 per minute |
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| Respiration during exercise | 26 per minute |
| Respiration after exercise | 19 per minute |
Can't wait to challenge week 3 and do 50 squats.
I invite @kidi40, @alli001 and @emishael60
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Hi, @bossj23
It's a pleasure to see that you've accepted our challenge, welcome! Here is our evaluation of your participation:
Great progress and excellent presentation. I just think you could improve the descent, but obviously it will require a bit more effort.
We'll see you next week!
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