Crossing that finish line... and an A-lev fit Challenge

It has to be the best feeling in the world, a release of tension, a feeling of accomplishment, a cloud of relief pouring into your body....no I’m not talking about taking a dump.....I’m talking about crossing a finish line!

This past weekend was the 5k race I decided to run a few weeks ago, and it was actually a lot of fun, tons of people, lots of sponsors/ vendors, and supported a good cause. I was pleased with the way I ran, considering I only had about one week to prep, running 3 miles under 8 minutes each, not bad for the kid who could barely finish the mile in high school!

I gained not only a sense of accomplishment, because I committed to doing something, trained hard, and made significant improvements in my running time and my “longer distance running endurance”., but also realized that the only person who can stop me from reaching my goals is me.

Let me explain- If I want something bad enough, if I am willing to work hard enough, and be committed to a long term approach, anything is possible.

(Not to get all “sappy and motivational”)I’m basically saying don’t make excuses just work hard and stay committed and you would be shocked at how far you can come.

Work out test of the day- I challenge you to Swap this for your usual cardio, it’s quick, effective, and gives you a number you can actually improve on! (or use it as a finisher at the end of your workout, you will be sore!)

Do as many as possible in one minute and record your times for each category, at the end add up your total and post it on my Facebook

A-Lev fit challenge Max- I minute of
Dips
Pull-ups
Air squats

Pushup up downs – (It’s an up down with a pushup at the bottom and a jump when you stand)

If you don’t feel like you can do all of them simply modify, do assisted pull-ups and dips, and on the up downs take your time and try to go as smoothly as possible. (Try to do the entire circuit in less than 8 minutes) Limited breaks -

(Post your time on my facebook, see how you measure up!)

After a week and a half of running, im craving some barbells…..DEADLIFT day!
Train smart, stay committed- your finish line (goal) is not as far as you think!

A-Lev

Me on the right,(sporting my new red shoes)  and my friend Greg who challenged me to run the race on the left.