Today's lift was short, only about 30 minutes. I started off with some hip, ankle, and shoulder mobility movements and then got right into it. My main circuit was goblet squats (63lb), kettlebell cleans 63lb) , and dumbbell RDLs (65lbs). I did 5 rounds of that, then ended the lift with 50 kettlebell swings with the 63 pounder.
After the lifting was over, I got my yoga mat out and did about 10-15 minutes of yoga and stretching. I ran through some sequences I know that help open me up, and worked on postures I'm not good at quite yet. I have gotten into yoga more and more over the last few months, thanks to a fellow coach, and I love it. It is great for physical AND mental health. I've noticed that my core is stronger, as well as, my shoulder stabilizers. I also practice meditation, but yoga is a perfect combination of meditation with movement (ideal for someone ADD like me). You do not need to be flexible to get started, as the quote says above, "yoga is not for the flexible, it's for the willing." There are variations for every posture and if you have a good teacher, they will help you get the most out of every pose. I urge everyone to at least try a few yoga classes! I believe by combining mindfulness meditation, strength training, and yoga I have become a much more athletic and well rounded lifter.
Give it a try and Namaste!
-Nick
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