Friday, August 23, 2013

Friday's Workout

Metcon:

For time:
  • Row 1000 meters
  • 21 push jerks (115 lbs / 85 lbs)
  • 21 power cleans (115 lbs / 85 lbs)
  • 21 back squats (115 lbs / 85 lbs)
  • 15 push jerks (115 lbs / 85 lbs)
  • 15 power cleans (115 lbs / 85 lbs)
  • 15 back squats (115 lbs / 85 lbs)
  • 9 push jerks (115 lbs / 85 lbs)
  • 9 power cleans (115 lbs / 85 lbs)
  • 9 back squats (115 lbs / 85 lbs)
Result: 20:26

A few observations:

Rowing continues to be my nemesis. I've been doing my best to squeeze in some rowing at home—mostly because I don't want my erg to become an oversized clothes hanger / towel rack, but also because I'm determined to embrace the suck. And boy, does it suck.

I scaled down to 95 pounds today, and didn't try to sprint through the workout. I can't say I'm not tempted to load up the barbell and go balls-to-the-wall, but in the end, I'm glad I decided not to destroy myself today.

Something tells me that self-destruction is overrated, anyway.