Work Out Summary and Mat Work Photos!

I started my morning with my hot lemon toddy and honey today and a protein shake for breakfast.

I haven't been to the gym in a couple of days and really had to push my butt to actually walk in.  But .... an hour and a half later.... I FEEL GREAT!!  I did 40 minutes on the elliptical, I worked some chest press machines and pull downs.  I added weights to the chest press machines - depending on the machine I increased the weight from 20 to 30, 40 and 50.  I am doing more reps with less intervals... so its good!  I worked the leg abductor and adductor today....increased the weight by at least 15 lbs.  I tried for more, but couldn't quite get there.... something to work towards.  I stayed in the sauna for about 10 minutes.... was good!

After my work out I drank a Amplified Whey Bolic Extreme 60 - Fruit Punch flavored drink.  I purchased from the local GNC Store last month.  It claims that by drinking this product, I will have a:

1. 30% increase in Muscle Strength
2. Rapid Absorbing Whey Isolates and Hydrolysates
3. 7.7g of Leucine Plus 8.5g of Micronized Aminos
4. Increases Strength and Stamina with half the sets.

I was advised to only use 1 scoop per 8-10 ounces, not the recommended 3 scoops. That it was too much for me.  However the product information states the following:

Leucine creates an ideal environment for muscle protein synthesis.
The Amino acides added are pulverized to better absorption - better and faster muscle fuel.  They state the key amino acids support muscle building and recovery.

I used this product for over 2 months now and definitely have seen an increase in my strength and muscle. I can feel it when I am working the mats and training and when I run/do sprints.   My 13 year old likes to remind me who's stronger on the mats everytime he has a chance.  However.... even he said that he could tell a difference in my strength and that he almost had to tap out a couple of times!  So...that lovely comment sent me to the moon and back!!

Here are some pics of when Parker and I went to Coach Kent Ganesky's to work the mats.  GREAT work out!!  Parker's shirt was wet from sweat and I was drenched with his and my sweat!  lol