patrick: getting in shape
It’s true, I’m actually starting to feel like I’m in shape. I’m not all the way there yet, but I’m getting close.
I’ve been training Jiu Jitsu once or twice as week for a few weeks now. It’s even more fun now than I remember it was a few years ago when I last was training seriously.
The biggest difference between now and then is that I’m taking my health seriously outside of my BJJ classes. I have completely changed my diet. I’m eating much more fruit and more protein than I used to, and a LOT less carbs. I’m trying to get my daily carb intake down to 100-120 grams of carbs per day, and I’m getting my protein intake up over 150 grams per day. On top of that, I started taking 2 grams of Creatine after my workouts, which is increasing my bodies ability to repair my muscles quickly. I feel a huge difference in my stamina already.
I’ve also been doing cardio 4-5 days a week at home on my elliptical machine. I do 20-25 minutes a day right now. I’d like to move that up to about 30 minutes daily. I’m also doing light weight training and calisthenics at home to increase my muscle tone and flexibility (my biggest weakness is my inflexibility). I’m sure my mother can set me up with a good yoga workout to help with that.
Patrick's Mom said,
July 21, 2008 at 3:29 am
Hi Patrick, Yes I can help you out with that. Check out:
http://www.yogatoday.com for free downloadable yoga classes
also, http://www.yogamates.com has a great new feature. It’s their video pose guide. It walks you through the details of particular poses.
Another great resource is http://www.yogajournal.com
they have search features for poses as well as articles describing poses.
But yoga does way more than increase flexibility. It also builds strength, endurance, balance and coodination.
And actually, although I love what it does for my body, I love even more what it does for my mind and spirit. It’s awesome!
Are there any yoga studios in your area?
LOVE TO YOU and AMY!