Cheater

I feel bad today. Why? Well, two reasons:

First, today I attempted to do all of the pull-up exercises using my pull-up bar with a chair for support. I know I worked myself, but I feel like I really cheated, having the chair there. I could feel myself pressing down with my legs, despite my efforts to not.

Second, I ran out of time and couldn't do the ab ripper. It just took so long for me to change weights and set up and run upstairs to do the pull-ups that a 60 minute routine took me the better part of 90! However, I plan to do the ab ripper immediately after I get home. Who knows, this might work out better for me, as my lower back won't be complaining the whole time.

Today's back and bicep disc was brutal. I upped my weight to the max I could handle and still manage at least 8 reps. (Heck, I was doing 40lbs on the lawnmowers!) I know I did something good, because I'm having a hard time lifting my arms above shoulder level. Thank goodness tomorrow is Yoga.

I also wrapped the measuring tape around my gut this morning. (I'm guessing that particular area is the last part to lose fat, as it hasn't really changed in size.) Much to my surprise, I've lost an inch! Even one of my bosses asked me today if I was losing weight! My spirits are higher than they were when I finished today's disc, but I still feel a little bad for cheating on the pull-ups.