Monday, November 4, 2013

Body Pump

Since I had today off, I decided to check out the lunchtime Body Pump class at my gym.  Considering I ran 18 miles yesterday doing a full body workout that includes tons of squats and lunges may not have been my best idea.

I used to go to this class on Tuesday evening and LOVED the instructor, however she is no longer there and volleyball conflicted so I haven't been in over a year.  In group classes, the instructor can make or break the class.  I talked to a couple of girls before class and heard good reviews on the instructor.  She was a encouraging, good energy instructor. 

Man did that class kick my BUTT!!  I knew I couldn't do my previous weights in that class, but geez-o-petes.  Several times I had to drop to just body weight on the squats and lunges.  Arms started off easy and a couple times I considered adding weight, but I am glad I didn't.  Felt OK right after the class, but now, 2 hours later, my booty hurts.  And I think the rest of my body is going to follow suit tomorrow.

I'm sure it is a combination of taking a year off and running 18 miles yesterday.  However, I think I will be putting myself through the same thing next Monday.  I love how STRONG Body Pump makes me feel.  I can't make this Monday class often because of work, but will try to as much as possible.  I am also going to test out the Tuesday night class again, even though I heard less than positive things about the instructor....Gotta go judge for myself.

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