I’m excited to say that I finally bought my 35 pound kettlebell! No, I didn’t buy the Russian Red or the Dragon Door ones, I bought the ones you can easily pick up at Big 5. The girl at the register was very curious about the bell and how to use it, so I quickly demonstrated the KB swing. And, I WAS able to bring that beast up to eye level like six times….Check it out. Ain’t they pretty?! Yes, these beauties will help my cycling as in Explosive Power.
Fat Blasting Boot Camp Update:
I have two more weeks before the final results are posted. Workout #3 is by far the hardest of the three workouts. My favorite combination is the Reverse and Side Lunge pattern plus a split squat with a press. I think these type of full body work with just one exercise is incredibly effective. As far as results go, I haven’t seen much change in my size since Feb. 17th, however, it’s quite obvious that my strength has increased! Thinking that the formula- 4 Strength Training moves, 3 cardio exercises followed by 3 Ab exercises is a great quick effective formula that I will be able to carry through when done with the plan. In fact, I was thinking of asking Angie to write a advanced plan for me!
On Bike Racing…..
Who will be racing in my town this week? Yep, the one and only Floyd Landis.
AND GUESS WHO IS COMING TO MY SCHOOL THIS WEEK?! This girl is amazing. Go read her bio. I’ll wait.
If you’re new here, you might want to read this post, I wrote a year ago on the subject of women bike racers (link). Well, the WOMEN are here in my TOWN this week and I will be talking about it. Amber Neben has won the Redlands Classic twice as well as the Tour De Feminine twice as well as gone to the Olympics.
Redlands Bicycle Classic will begin on Thursday and conclude on Sunday. The field for the women is the most competitive group we’ve had in years. I will be interviewing some of the professional women and will be featuring the interview at the end of the week. One woman’s team is coming to school for an assembly!
Have any questions for professional women bike racers? Leave a comment and I will ask!
8 responses so far ↓
1 bobbi // Mar 23, 2009 at 5:32 am
what we have an assembly!!! I am going to have to check out the race this weekend for sure, any suggestions on what would be the best events to catch?
2 Fit Mommy // Mar 23, 2009 at 1:56 pm
All of them. But the crit that is downtown on Sat can be most exciting.
3 ttfn300 // Mar 23, 2009 at 2:30 pm
ok, i’m no professional, but now amber’s got me thinking post-doc vs. ???
i can’t wait to hear all about this event!!
4 workout mommy // Mar 23, 2009 at 6:07 pm
love the ‘bells! I am guessing that Big 5 is a store nearby? None of our local stores sell the bigger bells. Maybe I’ll have to drop a few hints!
5 kara // Mar 24, 2009 at 1:31 am
35 lbs – wow! I’m still swinging 15 between my legs and 10 overhead.
I love my KBs!
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6 Lindsay // Mar 24, 2009 at 10:40 am
wow, i gotta try those kettlebells! that is SO amazing that all those cycling “stars” are going to be in your town ~ i’m jealous
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7 Stephanie // Mar 24, 2009 at 6:14 pm
A 35 lb. kettlebell! Wow! And I thought I was doing pretty good with my 10 lb. dumbbells.
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8 Angie Schumacher // Mar 27, 2009 at 3:12 am
Wow..you go girl! A 35lb KB! Dang!
I actually have added 12 more weeks to the Fat Blasting Boot Camp Program…more advanced and body focused! Check them out here and let me know if you are ready to take them on girl!
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