Hi Folks,

We’re into August, the Summer is going quickly so it’s time to switch into the next gear to complete a mini-goal this month to spice it up and give you a goal. This could be a particular distance run (doesn’t have to be an ultra, could be a 10K or half; depending on your base), bike ride, cruise through a practice triathlon-just to do it, or a local two day adventure!

8/4/20 TUESDAY. TEMPO workout to be carried out a “comfortably stressed” effort level: under control, on the edge, but not racing. After the usual warm-up mileage: ( 7′ pick-up (5′ easy running) – 6′ (5′ easy) – 5′ (5′). You’ll gradually work up to one and two mile efforts at 10K race pace.

8/5/20 WEDNESDAY. STRENGTH with WORKOUT #51 with a format of an “On-The-Minute” (OTM) session. I introduce the OTM workout so the stopwatch can serve as a “training partner” when exercising by yourself. Select your kettlebells for swings and goblet squats. Format: Start your stopwatch, complete your first set of 10 swings followed by 5 push-ups; rest until the clock reaches one minute; then begin the next round, and so forth. Workout will be done in eight minutes. Can finish off the workout with a one-minute Rack Carry and Trap Bar Deadlifts.

8/6/20 THURSDAY. SPEED-WORKOUT on the trails, fire roads or roads. After the warm-up mile or so carry out 4 rounds of: ( (45′ fast cadence run (1′ easy run – 1:45 (2′)). Similar to running 200’s and 400’s.

8/8/20 SATURDAY. HILL REPEATS and STRENGTH work. Get in 12 hill repeats ranging 15″ to 45″. Note, if you are running distance on Saturdays you may want substitute the Wed strength session because it’s shorter. WORKOUT # 52.

TRAP BAR DEADLIFT

The Trap Bar Deadlift (TBDL) is one of the easier and safer all-out strength lifts for novice and experienced weight training enthusiasts. One stands inside the hex bar shape, keeps weight close to the midline and strengthens the quads, gluten, hamstrings, back, trapezius and grip.

It’s a simple movement, similar to picking up two suitcases and coming up to an erect posture. The Conventional Barbell Deadlift (BBDL) is one of the three lifts ( also bench press and squat) that make up the Powerlifting competition that requires more technique and places the back in a bit more compromised angle with shear forces. We all use the deadlift movement picking up things from the ground daily from light to heavy; good to get into the habit of doing it correctly.

The TBDL places less stress on the spine and requires less mobility in hips, ankles and back. The center of mass is inside the hex shaped bar and close to midline. The TBDL handle grips put the hands and arms in a more neutral, rather than pronated position, perpendicular to the bar with the shoulders externally rotated. That keeps you from inwardly rotating the shoulders (rounded shoulders – not good). The TB can be used effectively for overhead pressing because the neutral hand position is better for shoulder health.

Start by standing inside the hex bar, pull shoulders slightly back, arms at your sides, squat down with an arched back and grip the handles directly below the shoulder line. The back is in a solid extension, i.e., proper arch, with head simply an extension of the spine. Engage the lats (pulling shoulder blades slightly back and down, brace the torso tight, arms at full locked length ( no “play” in the arms); picture pressing your feet flat through the floor and stand erect. There is less chance of hyper lumbar extension ( leaning backwards with the weight – another no-no) which can be tough on the lower back discs.

The hinge movement, kettlebell swing, TBDL and loaded carries complement each other to develop a strong athletic body. You learn the hinge movement standing 12″ from a wall and push back until the butt touches the wall with a slight bend in the knees; then snap forward. I have you learn the kettlebell deadlift first because the KB is between the feet, close to the body midline with the handle within easy reach when you squat to grasp it. Kettlebell swings help your deadlift groove the hinge movement; you get to move through hinge motion with a weight load. Regular swing repetitions builds the entire posterior side, back extensors and help drive power to your TBDL. ..( see last paragraph is below first photo).

Below, Judi executes the Trap Bar Deadlift with her bodyweight or more: the starting position, midway, (note that she maintains back arch), and finishes with erect posture. Note, how the hex shaped trap bar keeps weight load close to the her midline. Makes for a safer lift.

The loaded carries, i.e., Farmer Carry, Rack Carry and Waiters Carry serve to safely acclimate your body with time under tension (TUT) prior to diving into a variety of lifts by strengthening your entire body – and fitness once you can carry fairly heavy weights. Then the Turkish Get Up movement, which is paced more deliberately ties the upper and lower body together while emphasizing core and shoulder stability.

Hi Folks,

We changed ride from Friday to Th for Chelino Valley road with Gerald, so we don’t interfere with Friday ride.

I am so very sad to pass on distressing news that Gerald Aganza’s wife, Kat, passed away this last week. Many of you who know Gerald expressed interest in helping him in some way to lend support through this very tough time. I thought A Gerald Go Fund me page would be so helpful for him so he can deal with the costs that are piling up during this tragic time. It provides a vehicle for friends and family of Kat and Gerald who live far away to reach out and help where it is needed.

I’ve emailed the link to most of you in our workout groups; I’m not sure how to put the link up in WordPress yet; hope to do that soon.

https://www.gofundme.com/f/9bvbp4-funeral-fund?sharetype=teams&member=5113534&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=customer&utm_campaign=p_na+share-sheet&rcid=ebed292cfd284d74972bc122ae0f713a&fbclid=IwAR2yHOjsOKqxFd2EbilpLJ6eackFP0OcuhWFKCAF12Xek3-FLOGXbXDY7VY

I will be taking him out on a ride on THURSDAY on Chelino Valley Rd, starting from the little schoolhouse about a half mile in from the east end of that road. Time tba. Gerald and I both have birthdays on the same day of 7/31/20; won’t be much of a “celebration”, but will be good to get out for a ride to Tomales and back (or shorter; it’s 16.5 to Tomales) with friends in a beautiful area. Let’s see if some of you can make it.

You’ll do well to get in two strength day sessions if you’re emphasizing swim-bike-run during this Summer; you pick the days that best fit your schedule. Could be a Monday/Thursday, Tuesday/ Friday or Wednesday/ Saturday; it’s good to spread out the sessions. Those of you who are getting in more sessions can focus on including more Swings and Turkish Get-Up sessions, which could be 10 x 10, or 5 x 10 Swings on the minute (OTM) followed by two Get-Ups on each side.

7/27/20 TUESDAY . TEMPO pick-ups. After the warm-up mile and some 15″ pickups do: two rounds of:

((5′ (5′) – 4′ (4) – 3′ (3′)) during your trail or road run. The 5′ and 4′ pick-up at 10K pace; the 3′ at 5K pace.

7/28/20 WEDNESDAY. STRENGTH day. WORKOUT # 49. After your shoulder and hips mobility warm-up with halos, dislocates, and hip bridges:

X 10 Swings – Rack Carry 1:30 (note carry is 30″ longer; may have to use lighter kettlebells; should be breathing /working through those last 20-30 seconds)

X 15 Swings – x 8 Deficit Deadlifts

X 15 Swings – Waiters Carry 1:30 ( might have to do one arm at a time instead of double KB)

X 10 Swings – X 6 R/L Side Plank DB ” Sweep and Reach“

X 15 Swings – x 12 Leg Raises ( keep low back to the ground throughout the set)

X 15 Swings – Farmers Carry 1:30 ( okay to be working hard with all-out effort, fighting for grip, holding erect posture, breathing hard)

X 10 Swings – X 5 R/L KB Clean & Presses (don’t rush it, hold press at top with good lockout, bicep a brief pause)

X 5 Heavy Swings – X 5 Goblet Squats ( in down position butt at 6 O’clock, elbows inside thighs, pause for a “1000-1” count at bottom; drive feet through the floor coming up)

X 5 Heavy Swings – Weighted Plank 1” ( keep body straight as a board, lock knees, on forearms)

7/30/20 THURSDAY. SPEED – WORK on the roads, fire roads or even trails. After the mile or so warm-up you’ll do three rounds of: (3′ (3′) – 1:45 (2′) – 45″ (2′) )

8/1/20 SATURDAY . STRENGTH day. WORKOUT #50. Some new variations I’ll give verbal descriptions or may find on YouTube.

X 10 Swings – X 9 Push-ups ( can be done on an incline ( such as counter top), stair step, or flat)

X 10 Swings – X 8 ” “

X 8 KB DEFICIT DEADLIFTS (can stand on two blocks of wood or cement bricks, weight plates. This exercise will make you increase ROM in hips and back, work hamstrings, use modest weight)

X 10 Swings – X7 Push-ups

X 10 Swings – X 6 Push-ups

X 8 R-L sids DB/or KB “Plank Drag”

X 10 Swings – X 5 Push-ups

X 10 Swings – X 4 Push-ups

X 5 Reverse Lunge & O’Head Split Squats; a set for each leg. ( Hold KB overhead w/ left hand. Step back w/ left foot, lowering into a reverse lunge. Without moving feet your feet, straighten your knees to stand up (kinds of an in place squats); up-down, up-down, each time your right thigh is parallel to floor, then back up). Then do 5 reps on right side)

X 10 Swings – X 3 Push-ups

X 10 Swings – X 2 Push-ups

X 5 Heavier swings – X 12 “Hollow Body” KB/DB Pullovers ( lying on your back, raise both feet few inches off the ground, slightly bent arms overhead while holding weight and do 12 pullovers while holding position. Keep slight bend in your elbows as you do the overhead rows.)

X 5 Heavier Swings – X 5 R/L Standing Presses

X 5 Heavier Swings – X 6 R/L Side Plank “Sweep & Reach” with light DB

X 5 Heavier Swings – X 6 DBL KB/DB Romanian Deadlifts to Row ( Standing with feet shoulder width apart, knees slightly bent, hold two KB or DB at your sides. Keeping arch in back, lats tight, push butt far and hinge torso forward. Hold position with good “brace” with a bit of stretch in hamstrings. Then row the KB or DB from arms length up next to your hips. Lower the weights and straighten back up. Repeat 5 more times. )

Hi Folks,

Back in town after enjoying time at Sunriver near Bend with my son’s and daughter’s families – a much needed time for a morale boost. We had our own rental house, kept away from other vacationers and were mostly outside for bike rides and swims in the river. Sunriver is wonderful for families and features miles of dedicated bike paths for safe riding; we took the grandkids on daily rides. Before we went out of town I got myself tested for COVID-19; came back negative.

PLAN FOR THIS MONTH: You all, of course, kept your strength training and runs or cycling going during last week. I’ve posted quite a few workouts and rotating in key exercises for variety and the occasional new one. I’m going to try and safely rotate in one to two members of our group once or twice per month so you can get a refresher on kettlebell technique and and a shot in the arm to keep motivated – and for me to say hello to each of you.

We’ll hold the sessions outside in my front yard safely spread out; seems to have been working well with the first round of group. Some of you will come on a Monday, Wednesday or Saturday; been mornings for now but some may only make an evening (after the heat of the day); depends on everyone’s schedule. We’ll work it out. We’ll cover the workouts on a donation bases.

Remember, that when you’re short on time for a Monday or Wednesday strength workout; maintain consistency with a modified session of 10 x 10 Swings, one set of 8 Goblet Squats, one or two sets of push-ups and a right/left side Turkish Get-Ups.

7/20/20 MONDAY . STRENGTH TRAINING with WORKOUT #47 (This workout can be done on Wednesday; depends on your running and work schedule)

Note the new variation for back training and rear deltoids: EZ CURL BAR BENT ROWS. This exercise can be done with a straight bar, dumbbells or kettlebells. Bent over at the waist to almost horizontal position with slightly bent knees, arch and brace your back; then “row” the bar from arms length to close under the ribs. Repeat for eight reps. Use a weight you can handle with good form.

I try to include an exercise for your back, legs, an overhead press, abs, chest; I do include more exercises for the back – posterior side than anterior side. One of the best exercises for your back extensors are swings, that’s why I include them 5-7 days per week; they also improve cardiovascular fitness.

7/21/20 TUESDAY. TEMPO pickups. After a mile or so warm-up run , get in two rounds of ((3′ (3′ or so), 3′ (3′), 5′ (5′)). Keep the effort level at 5K pace. Adding in changes of pace during a run ( or bike) certainly improves your fitness; running at the same pace every day keeps the base going, but putting in those pick-ups improves your speed and fitness.

7/22/20 WEDNESDAY . STRENGTH TRAINING with WORKOUT #47 ( same as on Monday).

7/23/20 THURSDAY. SPEED WORKOUT on the roads or trails. After the usual mile plus warm-up run and 10 second pick-ups, include three rounds of : (2′ (3′) – 1′ (2′) – 30″ (1′)). Rest breaks with easy running are a bit longer due to the quality – at under 5K race pace.

7/25//20 SATURDAY. STRENGTH and /or HILL REPEATS workout. WORKOUT #48. This is a bit shorter workout with the key lifts and carries you should be well familiar with and part of your arsenal of productive lifts. I will always be rotating more exercises in future workouts.

I have you do a limited number of reps for Clean and Press so keep each rep solid with a pause at the top. the reps should be executed without shaky straining; you’ll improve the weight used over time: takes consistency and patience. Should work up to a 35# plate on your back for the weighted plank.

Hi Folks,

A few more workouts for this week; we’ll be out 11th – 19th , so next week can easily pick up workouts from past postings that you’ve no doubt written down on 4×6 cards for retrieval; or look up past postings.

7/7/20 TUESDAY …TEMPO workouts; not too long time period of pickups (4′), but still improves oxygen uptake and fitness. After a mile or so warm-up you’ll spread out the 4′ pickups:

4 X 4′ (4′) and run them at 5K effort.

7/8/20 WEDNESDAY. STRENGTH work with Workout #45.

X 15 Swings – 8-10 Push-Ups. Can be done on ground or incline; keep good form without strain.

X 15 Swings – x 5 Goblet Squats

X 10 Swings – x 5 Left Swing Cleans, + go right into 1′ Rack Walk after 5th clean ( keep upper arm close to your Lats: that’s your support)

X 10 Swings – x 5 Right Swing Cleans, + go right into 1′ Rack Walk after 5th clean.

X 10 Swings – x 8 Deficit KB Deadlifts ( use moderate weight: you’re working on range of motion by going into a deeper squat; similar to getting down to flip a tire – it’s lower down)

X 10 Swings – x 10 R/L Alternate hand-to-foot V-Ups ( 20 reps total)

X 10 Swings – x 6 R/L KB or DB “Gorilla Rows” ( your in Bent Row position with feet bit wider than shoulder width, set yourself with flat back, reach down to KB and “row” it up to lower rib and down. Alternate right and left for 6 on each side. Should be able to use good weight.

X 10 Swings – x 5-8 PVC pipe, or broomstick O’Head Squats. You can stand on 2×4 or any slight heel lift so you can execute a full squat with PVC overhead if ankles and/or hips are tight.

X 10 Swings – x 10 Push-Ups

7//9/20. THURSDAY. Some SPEED-WORK on the roads or trails. After the mile or so warm-up run:

Three Rounds of: (2:10 (3′) – 1:45 (2′) – 45″ (1′)) with each interval run a bit faster than the previous one.

7/11/20 SATURDAY. STRENGTH workout #46 and HILL REPEATS. After the warm-up run get in your strength work, then follow with about a dozen hill repeats of various lengths.

Hi Folks,

A very full Monday here; will be updating this evening after getting this week’s posting started.More to come on keeping one motivated, one’s overall approach to fitness and putting it in the big picture.

6/30/20 TUESDAY TEMPO.. Longer, i.e., about mile repeats. After the usual mile or so warm-up you’ll be getting 3 x 8 minutes (4-5 minutes easy running; or even spread out the recovery time). Run each rep at about 10K race pace: controlled and “comfortably stressed” effort.

7/1/20 WEDNESDAY . STRENGTH day with swings for fitness. Workout #43.

7/2/20 THURSDAY . SPEED WORK. Descending ladder workout . After the warm-up mile or so: two rounds of (4:30 (5′), 2:30 (4′), 1′ (2′). Each interval is run a bit faster, allow good recovery between intervals.

7/4/20 SATURDAY. STRENGTH work and hill running. A bit shorter workout to get in so you can get on with July 4th celebration. Play safe, Marin has its biggest increase in virus cases.

Hi Folks,

Be ready for a warm week, I suggest you get in your endurance training in during the early morning hours to avoid excessive heat. You are more apt to stick with your routine when it’s during the coolest time of the day.

6/23/20 TUESDAY . TEMPO pickups for today. After a mile or so warm-up get in 3 x 4′ pickups at 5K-5M race pace with about 5′ recovery running between reps. The four minute time period will improve your running fitness efficiently and similar to 800’s – 1K repeats. Concentrate on a relaxed upright posture with about a slight 10 degree forward angle at the ankle level, faster leg cadence and relaxed jaw and arm muscles.

6/24/20 WEDNESDAY . STRENGTH DAY plus dynamic kettlebell swings for muscle endurance fitness. The “PALYCE” (Pam/Alyce) workout.

x 10 Swings – X6 R/L Lunge Torso Rotations (with knee of trailing leg just off the ground)

x 10 Swings – X 8 Deficit KB Sumo Deadlifts ( your standing on blocks 4″-6″ high; modest weight)

x 10 Swings – X6 “Plank KB/DB Pull Throughs” (6 reps with each hand)

x 10 swings – X4 Left, Clean & Press – Reverse Lunge (with arm o’head)-to kneel – to stand

x 10 Swings – X4 Right, Clean & Press – Reverse Lunge (w/ arm o’head) to kneel – to stand

x 10 Swings – X5 DBL Kettlebell Swing Cleans (emphasize hip hinge to snap forward)

x 10 Swings – X 8-10 Push-Ups (can be on flat, incline or push-up handles)

x 10 Swings – One minute DBL KB Rack Carry

x 10 Swings – x 8 Deficit KB Sumo Deadlift (modest weight: longer range of motion)

x 5 heavier Swings – x 12 Leg Raises

x 5 heavier Swings – X 5 R/L Standing Presses ( pick weight you can handle; no straining)

6/25/20 THURSDAY. SPEED-WORK day on trails or roads. After mile or so warm-up run: do

5 rounds of : ( (2′ (2′), – 1′ (2”) – 30″ (2′))

6/27/20 SATURDAY. Hill Repeats and strength day. Workout #43.

Hi Folks,

Summer is in full swing now that graduations have taken place; I’ve some creative examples of those celebrations! There’s a good possibility that some running and cycling events will take place in the Fall; now’s the time to lay the base if you are looking forward to participating in any of them.

Good daylight and more consistent weather will help you build the mileage consistency while maintaining the twice per week strength training. Remember that overall consistency with short workouts will pay off; it depends on your schedule. Getting in the extra long effort twice per month will keep your endurance level at the ready if preparing for a long distance run or cycling event.

6/16/20 TUESDAY . A more emphasis on Hill Repeats this Tuesday . After a couple of miles of warm-up:

Three rounds of (15″ repeat jog recovery back down then; 30″ repeat; jog back down recovery – 45″ repeat, jog back down; then 2′ and jog back down easy). The 15″ and 30″ repeats are more for power and speed – the weight training of running strengthening the quads, calves and Achilles. If you need a bit extra recovery between sets, add a couple of minutes of easy running.

Then repeat the workout two more times. The 12 repeats are followed by additional mileage to loosen up after the hill repeats.

6/17/20 WEDNESDAY. Strength Day. Can be followed by easy run. Workout #40:

x 15 Swings – x 8-10 Push-Ups

x 15 Swings – x 5 Goblet Squats with pause at bottom.

x 10 Swings – x 5 L. Clean swings to rack, after 5th rep do 1′ Rack Carry (keep upper arm close to body supporting weight with your lats with hand on center line of chest;

x 10 Swings – x 5 R. Clean Swings to rack, after 5th rep do 1′ Rack Carry.

x 10 Swings – x 12 Leg Raises

x 10 Swings – x 8 KB “deficit” Sumo Deadlifts (means standing of two steps, blocks of wood, or weight plates 4-5″ off the ground. Increases range of motion (ROM) on your deadlift.

x 10 Swings – x 3 (L. Clean & Press – O’Head L eft leg Reverse Lunge to Kneel then back to Stand.) Repeat three times. Emphasizes shoulder stability and last part of Get-Up. May have to use conservative KB weight to be able to come to standing after kneeling.

x 10 Swings – x 3 (R. Clean – Press – right leg Reverse Lunge – kneel and back to Stand. )

x 10 Swings – x 8-10 Push-Ups.

6/18/20 THURSDAY . SPEED-WORK. Get in some miles of warm-up; then during the rest of the run you’ll be running shorter intervals equivalent to about a 200. Do 12 x 50″ (2′ easy running in between each rep). Or, you can space out the 50″ repeats over 2-3 miles; just get in good recovery between reps because with the higher quality intervals you’ll require more time between reps.

6/20/ 20 SATURDAY. STRENGTH and/ or RUN DAY.

Hi Folks,

I’m done with this wind, but it should lessen this week. As for Covid-19, from the information I’ve recently read we are not yet out of the woods in Marin County. So keep wearing your mask, doing the correct distancing and hand cleaning.

How is your consistency with your home workouts coming along? Yes, the challenge of working out solo is not easy but you can help yourself by starting each day with a set warm-up routine: there is comfort in a familiar routine. This applies to pre-race warm-up and having a game plan for execution. You’ll have a better idea if you complete the entire workout or modify the volume after doing your halos, light clean and presses, hip bridges, bird pointers and goblet squats. After several minutes of “getting in” the warm-up and you’ve started your swings you’ll know how the workout is going to unfold.

If you do have an “off ” day, complete a shorter workout, but get it in so you maintain consistency. By acclimating your body and mind to regular workouts your body adapts and becomes “addicted” in a positive sense.

6/9/20 TUESDAY TEMPO on the roads or trails and on hills. Two rounds of (2′ (2′), 3′ (3′) and 5′ (5′)).

6/10/ WEDNESDAY …STRENGTH/MUSCLE ENDURANCE Training. WORKOUT #39:

x 10 Swings – DB Burpee+ Plank Row R/L x 6

x 15 Swings – x 5 R/L KB/D Clean & Press

x 5 Heavy swings – Light DB (or water bottle) Side Plank Sweep & Reach

x 10 Swings – X 6 KB/DB R/L Step – Ups ( or hold KB close to you by the handle with two hands)

X 15 Swings – 8-10 Push-Ups ( can be on an incline or flat ground; however it makes for smooth reps)

x 5 Heavy Swings — x 8-10 KB/DB Deficit Sumo Deadlifts ( stand on two blocks or bricks or wheel weight plate) Puts extra stretch on hamstrings and range of motion)

x 10 R/L 1-arm Swings ( remember to put other arm at 90 degree boxer block position to counter upper body torque)

6/11/20 THURSDAY. “TRACK” on roads or trails. Doing repeats of 400/200’s today. After warm-up mile or so: 6 x :

(2′ (2′), then 1′ (2′)).

6/13/20 SATURDAY . STRENGTH TRAINING/ HILL REPEATS. You’ll get in about a dozen hill repeats: 4 X (15”- 30”- 45” -1:30).. Can precede the HR with a shorter Substitute Workout #1 (I accidentally put in last week’s blog; reposted here).

TRAINING TIP: Making sure you get in the Loaded Carries (LC) to build your muscle strength and stamina to carry out the Get-Up: they are tied to success with the Get-Up. The Waiters Carry, for example is especially important to develop shoulder stabilizer. You should be able to hold it for one to one and a half minutes which is about the time period you’re holding your arm up with the kettlebell as your body moves underneath it. The Rack Carry builds muscle endurance in the mid-back area strengthens your “shield” torso for holding Cleans and Clean and Presses.

The Farmer Carry gets you used to the body being under full load that strengthens legs, pelvis area, back, grip and legs. Work it up to 1:30 in time. You’ll acclimate your body to working under TUT which will make your commander

The LC build your time under tension (TUT). Take the Waiters Carry , If you can’t walk with a weight in a controlled fashion.

Hi Folks,

Wow, here we are in June – Dipsea month! What a different tone in our local running community with the race cancelled; however, we are fortunate that we can enjoy running in our beautiful open space and trails. Having access to outdoor exercise for walking, running, cycling, weight training and being close with Nature, we have it easier than most people in the country.

Some of the group want to start up our Saturday workouts at the Seminary location, but we need to see if campus is still closed or not. Those who live nearby can check if they are letting people on the property.

I am also posting Stinson Beach / Menlo Park Gym workouts because they have the Concept II Row/Erg machine or another model; another very productive fitness tool. STNB/MENLO PARK Workout #3: it works the wind and power!

Row 200 – Waiters Carry for 60 steps or 1 minute

Row 200 – Farmers Carry 1′ /60 steps

Row 200 – Rack Carry – 1’/ 60 steps

Row 200 – x 12 Leg Raises, or hanging kneed tucks from chin bar,

Row 200 – x 8-10 Push-ups ( can be on or incline; even with a weighted vest

Row 200 – x 8-10 Single or double KB/DB Sumo Deadlifts

6/1/20: MONDAY. SWING routine, keeping it simple and short.

x 15 Swings

x 10 Heavier Swings ( next heavier weight forces attention on technique; especially hip hinge and snap. Today’s routine ups the reps from 5-10 )

x 15 Swings ( with regular KB)

x 10 heavier swings

x 15 Swings

x 10 Heavier Swings

6/2/20 TUESDAY. TEMPO workout. After a good warm-up on a trail or road running, there will be a focus on 4 x 4′ pickups (4”-5′). You can easily mix up flat or upgrade terrain. The 4-6 minute pickups will improve your CV fitness; similar to running 800’s – 1200’s.

6/3/20 WEDNESDAY WEIGHT TRAINING Routine for the day. Remember to definitely get in your warm-ups for shoulders with Halos, Dislocates, internal/external band rotations.

WORKOUT #37 with varying rep counts:

x 10 Swings – X 6 L/R Lunge Torso Rotations

x 20 Swings – X 8-10 Push-ups ( flat or on incline)

x 5 Swings – X 3-5 DBL KB Cleans x 2 two rounds

x 10 Swings – X 5 R to L Plank DB pass through

X 20 Swings – X 8-10 Push-ups

x 5 Heavier Swings – X 20 Wipers (with barbell, staff, broomstick or PVC pipe

X 10 Swings – R/L Clean & Press (1,2,3)

x 20 Swings – X 5 DBL KB Front Squats (FSQ)

x 5 heavier Swings – Farmer Carry 1′ or 60 steps ( your goal is to work up to half your body weight in each hand). It is a safe “walking plank ” exercise that puts the entire body under tension to strengthen traps, grip, legs, back, hips.

6/4/20 THURSDAY. TRACK type workout by time on the trails or roads. After the usual mile or so warm-up run you’ll do two rounds of:

(2 x 30″ (1′), 2 x 1′ (2′) , 2 x 1:30 (2′))

6/6/20 SATURDAY Workout ( or do on Friday or Sunday if running long on Saturday). correction: 6-6-20, not 5-5-20.

Sometimes one’s energy may be a bit low due to lack if sleep, overtraining or a stressful life situation; then it’s prudent to either rest or do a shorter strength session. Here’s another option you can substitute for the planned workout, and if need be, cut it back even more.. Substitute Workout #1: