M3:D54 Challenged

What's on my mind today?
As many of you know, Lilla (Kali Lilla: Self-fulfilling Prophecy) has started a Nike+ challenge. I joined a bunch of other shredders (under the nickname ShredFat) in this challenge. I will post my first mileage tomorrow.

I have to say that being challenged is something I genuinely enjoy. It doesn't matter what the challenge is, I get involved because the idea that I'm being challenged pushes me to new levels. The challenges I face give me reason to achieve better and better results. It is a fun way to push yourself harder.

Tonight I've been watching the UFC pay per view. I have to laugh at the way these guys pump themselves up. The main event is Quintan “Rampage” Jackson against Forrest Griffin. Jackson is the current champion (light heavyweight). For 30 minutes prior to the fight starting they had preliminary interviews. Jackson is one tough dude. He once was in a triangle submission hold on the ground, but picked up his opponent and body slammed him down and knocked him out. Forrest Griffin is the first winner of the Ultimate Fighter. It promises to be a great fight.

What I find funny about their tactics are the comments they make. For instance, Jackson (a black man) says “I'm going to kick Forrest's ass. If anyone says I'm going to lose they can kiss my natural black ass…..<long pause>….and my ass is black…naturally.” Griffin is talking about how tough Jackson is and how hard Jackson hits. He states “I don't hit as hard as Rampage, but I am going to hit him…alot!”

They are both in the zone ready to fight. That's how I like to approach the gym. I approach it with the confidence that I'm going to take my workout to new heights everytime I go. Let's see everyone challenging themselves.

Week Begins 6/29/2008
	Sun	Mon	Tues	Weds	Thurs	Fri	Sat
Cycle spot	HC	LC	LC	LC	HC	LC	LC
M1 *	5:30 a.m.	3:30 a.m.	3:30 a.m.	3:30 a.m.	3:30 a.m.	3:30 a.m.	5:30 a.m.
M2 *	8:30 a.m.	6:30 a.m.	6:30 a.m.	6:30 a.m.	6:30 a.m.	6:30 a.m.	8:30 a.m.
M3 *	11:30 a.m.	9:30 a.m.	9:30 a.m.	9:30 a.m.	9:30 a.m.	9:30 a.m.	11:30 a.m.
M4 *	2:30 p.m.	12:30 p.m.	12:30 p.m.	12:30 p.m.	12:30 p.m.	12:30 p.m.	2:30 p.m.
M5 *	5:30 p.m.	3:30 p.m.	3:30 p.m.	3:30 p.m.	3:30 p.m.	3:30 p.m.	5:30 p.m.
M6 *	7:30 p.m.	6:30 p.m.	6:30 p.m.	6:30 p.m.	6:30 p.m.	6:30 p.m.	7:30 p.m.
Weights *	N/A	Lift	N/A	Lift	N/A	Lift	N/A
Cardio *	N/A	N/A	AM	N/A	AM	N/A	AM
Abs *	N/A	FYA	FYA	N/A	FYA	N/A	FYA
Water *	264 oz	264 oz	264 oz	240 oz	264 oz	264 oz	264 oz
Post-workout nutrition *	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Pre-sleep nutrition *	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Vitamins/Supplements *	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Accountability *	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Cals within 5% (+/-) *	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Target Cals	3500	2800	2800	2800	2800	2800	3800
Cals	3490	2710	2910	2710	2905	2920	3910
Ratios (C/P/F)	35/35/30	10/50/40	10/50/40	10/50/40	15/50/40	10/50/40	35/35/30
Target Ratios (C/P/F)	35/35/30	10/50/40	10/50/40	10/50/40	10/50/40	10/50/40	35/35/30
Total Completed	15	15	15	15	15	15	15
Total Possible	15	15	15	15	15	15	15
Mission 3 Total Complete	644	659	674	689	704	719	734
Mission 3 Total Possible	645	660	675	690	705	720	735
* = Counts towards total
Success!
Failed
Not Counted!

Nutritionally, I look forward to Saturday's. Saturday's are the first day of the week that I can take in alot of carbs. I enjoy it because of that. It makes eating so much easier. At the same time, it is easy to maintain very low carb during the week because I know that when I hit the weekend I get to be rewarded with carbs.

Find out what I'm doing to my body!
Today was another steady state cardio session for 30 minutes. I rode the bike and listened to music. I totally enjoyed myself.