Health and Fitness -- Strength Training (4 sets for each exercise)
On all four days, I did Power Snatches (explosive -- 3 reps), Modified Windshield Leg Wipers (Rotational -- 8 reps), and Side Bridges w/Reach (Core Stabilization -- 8 reps). All other exercises -- 6 reps.
Monday
Knee Dominant (bilateral): Barbell Overhead Squat
Hor. Push (unilateral): DB Alt Chest Press
Vert. Push (bilateral): Barbell Push Press
Tuesday
Hip Dominant (unilateral): Split Good Morning
Hor. Pull (bilateral): Modified T-Bar Row
Vert. Pull (unilateral): Side to Side Pull-Ups w/weight
Thursday
Knee Dominant (unilateral): Bulgarian Split Squat
Hor. Push (bilateral): Bench Press
Vert. Push (unilateral): Alt DB Shoulder Press
Friday
Hip Dominant (bilateral): Romanian Deadlift
Hor. Pull (unilateral): 2 Point One Arm DB Row
Vert. Pull (bilateral): Pull-Ups w/ weight
TKD
This week our school prepared for the next test. A lot of the kids seem ready and excited for their next belts. We also held a kicking contest to raise money for the American Cancer Society. For every 50 cents sponsered, each child had to perform a kick. We had several young students perform 500 or more kicks. Now that the kids know they can do several hundred reps without much of a sweat, they might be eager to raise more money next time we do something like this.
Sports
Although (like many Americans), I've lost a bit of interest in the NHL, I have been enjoying the playoffs. I had mixed feelings about the second round, since the Pittsburgh Penguins played the New York Rangers. As a child, I was captivated by the play of Mario Lemeuix and Jaromir Jagr, which made me a Penguin Fan. However, my New York roots always kept the Rangers in my heart. This year was quite interesting, since Jagr is now the Ranger captain. I had to stick with my New York loyalty and cheer for the Rangers, even if they did go down to the Penguins.
Reading
Still working on William James, but now going back to some other works. I've been trying to brush up on the historical and organizational details behind Taoism--the ceremonial and religious side, not the philosophical.
Favorite Quote of The Week
"Everything that irritates us about others can lead us to an understanding of ourselves". - Carl Jung
Favorite Song of The Week
"I Wish" - Skee Lo
Tags: New York Health Fitness Fundraising Nhl William James Taoism
