Superbowl weekend was relaxing but fun. Spent most of the weekend with my 3 ladies. Bella and Sofie can't get enough Sushi...especially Bella. She's not one of those people who you meet and they say "oh, I love sushi..", but when you ask what type of sushi they like...they say "yea, I like the non-fishy type...eww the raw stuff is not my thing". Duh!! This is usually about the point when I want to immediately stop talking to that person. People!!! You don't like sushi!!! You like california rolls! =)
Anyway, my older one loves the real stuff. I mean she'll ask specifically for the fish roe, sashimi, and anything stinky and slippery. When we grill or stew fish, she will always ask for the eyes and slurp them up like how other kids suck and chew on skittles. Gotta love Bella! Don't worry, we're not irresponsible parents who would give massive quantities of mercury-tainted tuna and bottom feeders to our child...stop judging us. =) She only gets a sushi or two.
The superbowl party I attended was chill/fun. Christine and Sofie (Sofie wasn't feeling well) stayed home while Bella and I went over to my close friend's house. Christine is not a huge football fan and would be more interested in the choice of wines offered at the residence. I stayed until half time and returned home with Bella. I'm really getting comfortable resisting unhealthful foods. I ate a burger and a huge plate of salad...and I didn't even touch the beer. Felt good and enjoyed the game/company very much.
Now for today's workout details. One month ago, I promised Joel (BD's boxing trainer) that I'd spar with him at the 1 month mark of my program. It was exhausting but I felt much better than a month ago. I could tell Joel was pushing much harder and at one point even looked like he was out to do some real damage. Actually, the guy is a cardio machine...he simply doesn't seem to fatigue. I even got sloppy a few times and punched in face. I think he knew that was going to happen because he put in a mouthguard before we began to spar. We went 2 rounds and he basically turned me into a punching bag by round 2. For every 1 shot I got in...he probably hit me 2 or 3 times. It felt good though! Thanks Joel.
After my boxing warm up, we started the training program. At this point, I was pretty much spent and felt like I had sprinted a mile. We had the biggest group so far...to join me for my workout (we had 9). It was also one of our most efficient workouts. It was non-stop ass whoopin and we were all business. There is no doubt today's workout was very motivational and people seem to be getting a sense of what my workouts are about. Basically, non-stop...intense...circuit/cross training. It will test you physically and mentally. The weak of mind will struggle quite a bit, but with practice and a bit of motivation from the others...people catch up and start to get it.
I always find it interesting when people make an issue of others trying to get fit. I don't know if it's just envy/jealousy, but all they have to do is ask instead of gossiping and complaining about the group getting too big and hogging their gym. It's like they would rather hate on the group simply trying to get fit than simply ask to join in. I don't get it and it's getting kind of annoying. People! Either leave me alone or ask for help. No matter how you look at it, the workout group brings so much energy to the gym and helps create an environment which all gyms should possess....an environment where you can feel the actual pursuit of fitness/health instead of a bunch of people going through the motions. Get with the program and please take your complaining else where...this comment/suggestion box is full!!
Today's workout:
-Warm-up: Boxing 2 rounds (sparring with Joel)
-3 cycles of the following 2 stations (switch every 30 seconds):
1. Plyo push ups on medicince ball
2. Bilat KTC (Abs)
-3 cycles of the following 2 stations (switch every 30 seconds):
1. 25 lbs plate chest push and pulls
2. 25 lbs plate squats
-3 cycles of the following 9 stations (switch every 30 seconds):
1. Crunches
2. Push ups
3. 25 lbs kettle bells lunges
4. KB 20 lbs bent over punching rows
5. Box jumps
6. Bar hops Bilat
7. Dummy man alt kicks
8. Heavy bag alt. pushing
9. Rest/timer
-Stairs: Run up 2 steps at a time and down 1 step at a time. (7 or 8 times)
Today's Meals:
-Breakfast: Super shake and fish oil
-Lunch: Huge grilled chicken cobb salad with cranberry/italian dressing on the side
-Snack: Whole avocado and banana
-Snack: 35g of protein (whey isolate)
-Dinner: 5 egg whites scrambled with turkish eggplant side (leftover from Sunday) and some of Christine's lasagna with skim ricotta cheese (a taste)
-Tons of water!!!
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Monday, February 8, 2010
Saturday, January 30, 2010
Last night turned out to be a maven staff workout!
Was it the fact it was Friday night and I was the only one without dinner plans? Is the training taking its toll on the crew?? Is it me!!! =) It worked nicely...haven't had the maven crew join in on a workout in a long time. Even Dr. Yoo carved out 40 min in his busy schedule to flex his triathlon muscles! Dr. Murphy and Bhairvi made me proud to call them members of TEAM MAVEN! The gym was empty which allowed us to to do half the workout in Studio 2. My other business partner Rob Gromb joined in at the 30 min mark of the training session. He's going to join me every other Saturday for some intense training. I'm excited to have someone so exprerienced in intense military style training as my buisness partner for Jato Fitness cencept.
Now for one of my random ramblings...
I keep having the same conversations with guys. It starts with them saying "Uhhh...yea I think your workout is good for cardio BUT...". I can't help but chuckle. That statement pretty much means this to me "Uhhh...yea I think I don't like getting my ass kicked that badly...I don't know if I can hang with these women". Yes, I've concluded that this common assumption is true...majority of the men out there are not as tough as women. That's why they stick with 5 minutes of rest in between sets and lift heavy things rather than train their bodies/minds.
It definitely seems to be harder for guys to change their perspective from a body-build LIFTING regime to an actual TRAINING program. If they were to switch, their goals would actually be obtained. They would no longer need to compensate with useless supplements and excuses. Instead, there would be discipline, consistency, and actual long-term results. Yeah yeah...a bit harsh huh? Waaahhh...get over it and start TRAINING!! The ability to lift heavy things only impresses contractors and female neanderthals (not many of these walking around in the metro area). I believe this has both mental and physical reasons....Mentally, it's tough to accept the fact that we don't need to lift heavy symmetrical things to increase strength, muscle endurance, and overall fitness...Physically, cross-training programs are grossly more taxing on our systems (basically, it's another level of "burn" which is tough to deal with). Unless you are an aspiring body-builder or an aspiring "meathead" who simply can't get themselves to use lighter weights and sometimes no weights...cross training is for you. It's the best way to obtain overall fitness safely, effectively, and efficiently. I've come to this conclusion after 15 years of trying every program out there and studying the science of fitness/exercise. For those of you who still feel there is an argument to dead-lifting the front end of cars for overall health/fitness...please come speak to me or put that talent to use and try out for the worlds strongest man contest! I will gradly help you realize your faulty thinking and rationale. =)
Yesterday's MAVEN workout!
-Warm up: 3 min each of the following - TM/VC/Bike
-IN STUDIO 2:
1. Full Plyo push ups: on the up cycle...hands and feet leave the floor (15-15-10)
2. Burpees: (15-10-10)
1. KB swing alt hands squats: (15-15-10)
2. Push up crunches: (15-10-10)
1. Sumo squats with opposite weighted ball lifts: (15-15-10)
2. Pushups with under body reach: (15-10-10)
1. Push up plus for serratus on dip bars: (15-10-10)
2. Suspension knee to chest abs TRX straps: (15-15-15)
3. Triceps extensions rope cable: (15-15-15)
4. Leg lift progressives abs: (15-15-15)
5. Dips progressives: (15-15-15)
6. Planks crunches with 25 lbs plate on butt/back: (15-10-10)
1. Bicep progressives 30 lbs: (15-15-10)
RPE: 15 TIME: 70 min
Meals:
Breakfast: super shake and fish oil
Lunch: Korean (eel and rice and salad)
Snack: raw meal bar
Dinner: Japanese (east): sushi
Snack: Protein shake
Tons of water!!!
Now for one of my random ramblings...
I keep having the same conversations with guys. It starts with them saying "Uhhh...yea I think your workout is good for cardio BUT...". I can't help but chuckle. That statement pretty much means this to me "Uhhh...yea I think I don't like getting my ass kicked that badly...I don't know if I can hang with these women". Yes, I've concluded that this common assumption is true...majority of the men out there are not as tough as women. That's why they stick with 5 minutes of rest in between sets and lift heavy things rather than train their bodies/minds.
It definitely seems to be harder for guys to change their perspective from a body-build LIFTING regime to an actual TRAINING program. If they were to switch, their goals would actually be obtained. They would no longer need to compensate with useless supplements and excuses. Instead, there would be discipline, consistency, and actual long-term results. Yeah yeah...a bit harsh huh? Waaahhh...get over it and start TRAINING!! The ability to lift heavy things only impresses contractors and female neanderthals (not many of these walking around in the metro area). I believe this has both mental and physical reasons....Mentally, it's tough to accept the fact that we don't need to lift heavy symmetrical things to increase strength, muscle endurance, and overall fitness...Physically, cross-training programs are grossly more taxing on our systems (basically, it's another level of "burn" which is tough to deal with). Unless you are an aspiring body-builder or an aspiring "meathead" who simply can't get themselves to use lighter weights and sometimes no weights...cross training is for you. It's the best way to obtain overall fitness safely, effectively, and efficiently. I've come to this conclusion after 15 years of trying every program out there and studying the science of fitness/exercise. For those of you who still feel there is an argument to dead-lifting the front end of cars for overall health/fitness...please come speak to me or put that talent to use and try out for the worlds strongest man contest! I will gradly help you realize your faulty thinking and rationale. =)
Yesterday's MAVEN workout!
-Warm up: 3 min each of the following - TM/VC/Bike
-IN STUDIO 2:
1. Full Plyo push ups: on the up cycle...hands and feet leave the floor (15-15-10)
2. Burpees: (15-10-10)
1. KB swing alt hands squats: (15-15-10)
2. Push up crunches: (15-10-10)
1. Sumo squats with opposite weighted ball lifts: (15-15-10)
2. Pushups with under body reach: (15-10-10)
1. Push up plus for serratus on dip bars: (15-10-10)
2. Suspension knee to chest abs TRX straps: (15-15-15)
3. Triceps extensions rope cable: (15-15-15)
4. Leg lift progressives abs: (15-15-15)
5. Dips progressives: (15-15-15)
6. Planks crunches with 25 lbs plate on butt/back: (15-10-10)
1. Bicep progressives 30 lbs: (15-15-10)
RPE: 15 TIME: 70 min
Meals:
Breakfast: super shake and fish oil
Lunch: Korean (eel and rice and salad)
Snack: raw meal bar
Dinner: Japanese (east): sushi
Snack: Protein shake
Tons of water!!!
Monday, January 25, 2010
Suspension training def adds some fun to the training!
Pouring rain! Gotta love the down pours in Jersey...
It was another great day...love kicking off a week this way! Good energy, productive, and balanced. One of the biggest self challenges I've faced during most of my professional career has been maintaining balance. As people who know me well can attest, I've been more extreme and passion driven than balanced. What I realized is I can be passionate, highly motivated, and productive while maintaining balance in my life. In fact, I've been even more productive since changing my perspective on life, work, money, and people. I still have ways to go and will continue to improve myself. Going to the extremes of workaholism and "vacation-phobia" was very detrimental to my mental, psychological, spiritual, and physical well being. Believe it or not, I used to see people's need to take vacation as a sign of weakness...basically, the weakness which seperated the leaders from the followers. Man, was I wrong. The extreme work ethic and drive to succeed WAS my weakness. My insecurities and fears basically drove me to out-perform everyone anywhere I worked. However, long term happiness was completely absent. My life was work and the pursuit of success. Am I not pursuing success anymore? No way! I view success a bit differently now...success is reaching my potential in more ways than $$, positions, toys, and respect. I feel strongly that money will be the least of my problems as long as I strive to reach my full potential and do what I'm suppose to do. 2010 will be a year to remember for I know many things will become clearer to me. I must stop myself before I go off rambling a bit too much...
Today's workout video clip:
-Warm up: Treadmill 5 min/Bike 5 min/Stairmaster 5 min
-Training:
1. Incline push ups (legs up): (20-15-15)
2. Plate squats (25lbs plate): (20-20-20)
3. Suspension push ups (VIDEO CLIP-Me)(TRX straps): (15-15-10)
4. Box jumps (16 inches): (15-15-15)
5. Ball push ups (VIDEO CLIP -Alain)(medicine ball): (15-15-15)
6. Lunges: (15-15-15)
1. Plyo bench push ups: (15-15-15)
2. Suspended pikes (VIDEO CLIP-Me)(TRX Straps): (15-15-10)
3. Push up plus (hit up serratus anterior): (15-15-15)
4. Leg up-medicine ball lifts-crunches: (15-15-15)
5. Cable straight bar/arm trunk rotations (VIDEO CLIP-Alain) 25 lbs: (15-15-15)
6. Side hip pikes (obliques): (15-15-15)
1. Stairs: 2 up and 1 down (8x)
1. Biceps: Bilat DB curls 30 lbs/Alt DB curls with tricep extensions 20 lbs/forearm DB twists at shoulder ABD of 45 degrees 15 lbs/Thera tube suspended preacher curls (15-10-10)
RPE: 17 (maintained HR of 150-165 bpm for 70 mins) TIME: 75 min.
Today's Meals:
Breakfast: Super shake and fish oil. Have gotten some requests on what the ingredients are for the super shake I drink. Here is it: 2 tablespoons of gogi berries, 1 tablespoon of pure cocao powder, 1 heaping tablespoon of hemp powder protein, 2 heaping tablespoons of hemp seeds, 1 heaping tablespoon of raw sunflower seeds, 1/2 serving (25 g) of whey protein isolate, 1 banana, 1/2 cup of frozen berry mix, 1 serving scoop of green vibrance (packed with greens and good bacteria), and fill to top with coconut water. Wait 15 minutes and take fish oil capsule with glass of water. Love my magic bullet! If you don't have one...get one!!
Lunch: Greek food (chicken souvlaki??spelling/greek salad and split pea soup)
Dinner: Cod, some lean beef (leftovers from weekend), vegetable soup, and herb salad. Took a serving of pure glutamine a great protein supplement (equivalent to a few egg whites) an hour after dinner.
TONS of WATER!!!
Happy for my parents!
As of last night, my parents are in Seoul, South Korea. As some of you know, they moved there after 26 years of living in the States. I dropped them off at JFK on Saturday night and got a call from them last night...as they settled in their new apartment. Although we'll miss them very much, I'm really happy for them. They get to finally take a "vacation" after about 2 decades without taking one. My father has worked so hard to support us for the last 35 years and consistently led by example as all men should. My mother has given us nothing short of her very best every day and is the epitome of strength. They are without a doubt the best parents anyone can have and I owe them more than I can ever give. Thank you mom and dad...love you!
I know what you're thinking..."didn't know Taylor had feelings...". For my family, close friends, and a few select causes, I'm like jello. Yeah, I got feelings but no tear ducts...they closed up 2 decades ago due to lack of use! =)
This weekend was a bit odd as you can tell by the lack of posts. I trained on Saturday morning without a set program. I basically improvised and took it relatively "easy". Wrapped my hands and put on some 16 oz boxing gloves and gave the heavy bag a good ol fashioned beating. The poor bag got some real nasty kicks to the liver and spleen too! Did a bunch of different push ups and crunches.
To my ego's surprise, my wife finally let one of her friends know that I'm looking better already! She never tells me this stuff to my face...I guess to protect me from my huge ego! Thanks hon!?!? Muscle memory is beautiful thing.
Overall, I still maintained an excellent diet over the weekend. Had some beef on Saturday and Sunday night. I'm definitely getting leaner by the week. Lastly, just wanted to add that my buttocks are making a come back as well! Pants are starting to feel a bit looser at the waste but tighter around the hips.
Looking forward to another kick ass week. Plannning on training at Paramus on Monday (bet 5-6pm), Wed (bet 5-6pm), Friday (bet 5-6pm), and Sat (bet 8-9am). Cliffside Park on Tues (bet 3-4pm).
If anyone is interested in joining in any of the days this week, text me the day of and I'll let you know a more exact time. Thanks!
I know what you're thinking..."didn't know Taylor had feelings...". For my family, close friends, and a few select causes, I'm like jello. Yeah, I got feelings but no tear ducts...they closed up 2 decades ago due to lack of use! =)
This weekend was a bit odd as you can tell by the lack of posts. I trained on Saturday morning without a set program. I basically improvised and took it relatively "easy". Wrapped my hands and put on some 16 oz boxing gloves and gave the heavy bag a good ol fashioned beating. The poor bag got some real nasty kicks to the liver and spleen too! Did a bunch of different push ups and crunches.
To my ego's surprise, my wife finally let one of her friends know that I'm looking better already! She never tells me this stuff to my face...I guess to protect me from my huge ego! Thanks hon!?!? Muscle memory is beautiful thing.
Overall, I still maintained an excellent diet over the weekend. Had some beef on Saturday and Sunday night. I'm definitely getting leaner by the week. Lastly, just wanted to add that my buttocks are making a come back as well! Pants are starting to feel a bit looser at the waste but tighter around the hips.
Looking forward to another kick ass week. Plannning on training at Paramus on Monday (bet 5-6pm), Wed (bet 5-6pm), Friday (bet 5-6pm), and Sat (bet 8-9am). Cliffside Park on Tues (bet 3-4pm).
If anyone is interested in joining in any of the days this week, text me the day of and I'll let you know a more exact time. Thanks!
Friday, January 22, 2010
Busy day...
Yesterday was quite busy for me. It's funny how things end up pulling you back in when you try to focus on other ventures/jobs/projects. I guess it's a good problem to have, but it can get a bit confusing. If January is any indication of how 2010 will go for me, it's going to be a fun sporadic year. I've had the privilege of meeting some wonderful people in the last few weeks. It's true what people say...when you least expect things or take a step back from the situation, things begin to natural unfold. Without boring you with my rambkings, it's becoming clearer to me that life is very short and it's essential for all of us to make the best of our relationships and to maintain a broader perspective on life as we know it. Sometimes the "meaningless" and "trivial" things in our lives are what ends up tranforming us and bettering us. Like some of you, I'm always in search of the "big" moments in life to define who I am. There is no doubt in my mind my perspective is changing...
Yesterday's workout: Scott, Kent, and Chris joined me.
Warm-up: TM 5 min/Versaclimber 5 min/Rowing 5 min/Jump rope 5 min
Training:
1. Dips: (20-15-10)
2. Push-ups: Legs up on bench and flat (20-15-10)
3. Bench Push-ups: (20-15-20)
4. Railing Push-ups: (20-15-10)
1. Box Jumps: (20-12-10)
2. Plate Squats: (25-20-20)
3. Lunges: (15-15-15)
1. Dip progressives (25-20-15)
2. Tricep narrow push-ups (20-15-10)
3. TB tricep extensions (15-10-10)
1. Stairs: Up 2 and down 1 (x8)
Abs:
1. Leg lift progressives: (15-10-10)
2. Obliques-side plank raises: (10-10-10)
3. Crunches: (20-15-10)
RPE: 16 TIME: 75 min
MEALS:
Breakfast: Super shake and fish oil
Lunch: Japanes (Sushi lunch box)
Dinner: Korean food (some beef and pork) and korean side dishes
Snack: korean rolls (kim bap)
Yesterday's workout: Scott, Kent, and Chris joined me.
Warm-up: TM 5 min/Versaclimber 5 min/Rowing 5 min/Jump rope 5 min
Training:
1. Dips: (20-15-10)
2. Push-ups: Legs up on bench and flat (20-15-10)
3. Bench Push-ups: (20-15-20)
4. Railing Push-ups: (20-15-10)
1. Box Jumps: (20-12-10)
2. Plate Squats: (25-20-20)
3. Lunges: (15-15-15)
1. Dip progressives (25-20-15)
2. Tricep narrow push-ups (20-15-10)
3. TB tricep extensions (15-10-10)
1. Stairs: Up 2 and down 1 (x8)
Abs:
1. Leg lift progressives: (15-10-10)
2. Obliques-side plank raises: (10-10-10)
3. Crunches: (20-15-10)
RPE: 16 TIME: 75 min
MEALS:
Breakfast: Super shake and fish oil
Lunch: Japanes (Sushi lunch box)
Dinner: Korean food (some beef and pork) and korean side dishes
Snack: korean rolls (kim bap)
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
Good job guys!
Today's workout was one of the more intense sessions I've had since the launch. Alain, Scott, and Sean decided to join me in a kick ass workout. Today's program focused on the "pulling" muscles of the body (mainly the back muscles, hams, and biceps). The guys stuck it out and drew some attention from the other members as we rotated from exercise to exercise with minimal rest in between sets! It was intense and motivating as everyone was looking to give it their best. Let's just say the guys made me proud! Hopefully, they had a great workout and will join me again soon...
TODAY'S WORKOUT:
-WARM-UP: Treadmill 5 min (start at 6 degrees at 3.8 mph then increase by a degree every 30 seconds)/Speed jump rope 5 min/Versaclimber 5 min/Rowing 5 min
-TRAINING:
1. Mid-grip pull-ups then jumping pull-ups for set 2 and 3 (15-15-10)
2. Standing cable bilat rows 20 lbs then seated alt. lat pulldowns 27.5 lbs (20-15-15)
3. Straight bar vertical standing alt. rows with trunk twists 35 lbs (VIDEO CLIP-Taylor) (20-15-15)
4. Dip bar pull-ups (VIDEO CLIP-Alain)(assisted going up and eccentric non-assisted going down) (15-10-10)
1. Lunges 25 lbs plates (15-15-10)
2. Deadlifts 30 lbs DB (VIDEO CLIP-Sean)(15-15-15)
3. Kettle bell S/L alt ham/hip extensions 25 lbs (15-10-10)
4. S/L heel raises then S/L line jumps (15-15-15)
1. Bent over DB rows B then alt. 20 lbs (VIDEO CLIP-Scott)(15-15-15)
2. Standing DB upright row 25 lbs plate (15-15-10)
3. DB shoulder press 25 lbs (20-15-15)
4. Lateral raises 10 lbs (20-15-15)
5. Bicep DB curl progressives 20 lbs (Bilat curls-Sup curls-Alt. curls) (15-10-10)
1. Stairs (UP 2 steps at a time..DOWN 1 step at a time) approx. 10 times 2 flights of stairs
ABS:
1. Dip bar KTC with posterior tilts (very hard exercise but we tried) (10-8-6)
2. Alt KTC on mat (15-10-10)
3. Plank crunches (15-10-10)
RPE: 17 TIME: 1 hr 30 min (tougher with a bigger group but we managed)
TODAY'S MEALS:
-BREAKFAST: Super shake with fish oil
-LUNCH: Greek (salmon steak, rice, and greek salad)
-SNACK: protein bar and natural energy drink
-DINNER: Fish, some rice, arugula salald, and lentil soup
-SNACK: Egg white protein shake 25 g of protein
TONS of WATER!!
TODAY'S WORKOUT:
-WARM-UP: Treadmill 5 min (start at 6 degrees at 3.8 mph then increase by a degree every 30 seconds)/Speed jump rope 5 min/Versaclimber 5 min/Rowing 5 min
-TRAINING:
1. Mid-grip pull-ups then jumping pull-ups for set 2 and 3 (15-15-10)
2. Standing cable bilat rows 20 lbs then seated alt. lat pulldowns 27.5 lbs (20-15-15)
3. Straight bar vertical standing alt. rows with trunk twists 35 lbs (VIDEO CLIP-Taylor) (20-15-15)
4. Dip bar pull-ups (VIDEO CLIP-Alain)(assisted going up and eccentric non-assisted going down) (15-10-10)
1. Lunges 25 lbs plates (15-15-10)
2. Deadlifts 30 lbs DB (VIDEO CLIP-Sean)(15-15-15)
3. Kettle bell S/L alt ham/hip extensions 25 lbs (15-10-10)
4. S/L heel raises then S/L line jumps (15-15-15)
1. Bent over DB rows B then alt. 20 lbs (VIDEO CLIP-Scott)(15-15-15)
2. Standing DB upright row 25 lbs plate (15-15-10)
3. DB shoulder press 25 lbs (20-15-15)
4. Lateral raises 10 lbs (20-15-15)
5. Bicep DB curl progressives 20 lbs (Bilat curls-Sup curls-Alt. curls) (15-10-10)
1. Stairs (UP 2 steps at a time..DOWN 1 step at a time) approx. 10 times 2 flights of stairs
ABS:
1. Dip bar KTC with posterior tilts (very hard exercise but we tried) (10-8-6)
2. Alt KTC on mat (15-10-10)
3. Plank crunches (15-10-10)
RPE: 17 TIME: 1 hr 30 min (tougher with a bigger group but we managed)
TODAY'S MEALS:
-BREAKFAST: Super shake with fish oil
-LUNCH: Greek (salmon steak, rice, and greek salad)
-SNACK: protein bar and natural energy drink
-DINNER: Fish, some rice, arugula salald, and lentil soup
-SNACK: Egg white protein shake 25 g of protein
TONS of WATER!!
Monday, January 18, 2010
Productive day!
Plowed through a stack of bills for Maven, a few phone calls, emailing, and had a few meetings. It's definitely easy to fall behind when there is so much on the plate...or not. Actually, I fall behind because I choose to not be as productive. It's so easy for us to blame our seemingly stressful lives as the reason for not doing this or that. When it comes down to it...we just choose to not make time for what we supposedly have no time for. It really is about prioritizing what needs to be done and being efficient actually getting it done. For most of my professional career, I loved being busy for the sake of being busy regardless of how little I was getting done. I guess this is something most of us struggle with...efficiency and productivity while maintaining a balanced life both professionally and personally. Is it impossible? Absolutely! Is it easy? Absolutely not! It takes tons of conscious effort, discipline, and practice to create new habits. Unfortunately, most of us quit or get distracted way before habits can be formed and engrained. Even before good habits can be formed, there has to be a perspective change. For example, if we continue to see our lives as out of hand and out of our control, it will be. However, if we train our minds to think of our lives as our lives, we regain control of it and are able to reorgainze and manage it. I'm getting there. It's been a rough inconsistent road, but it's finally beginning to click and 2010 looks to be a pivotal year for me. Hopefully, some of you will choose to regain control of your lives and develop new habits, which will likely enrich and enliven you daily as you begin to live out your dreams...instead of simply hoping for them.
Had a pretty intense workout today. Scott, the birthday boy from my last post decided to join me. He took a few weeks off due to various reasons (mostly fighting off a cold which he had to get on antibiotics for). I hope he enjoyed our workout and got a glimpse of what true cross-training is all about. I took a few pictures of him performing squats.
TODAY'S WORKOUT:
-WARM-UP: Treadmill 5 min (3.8 mph/begin at 6 degrees incline/increase incline a degree every 30 seconds), Versaclimber 5 min, Speed jump rope 5 min
-CROSS TRAINING:
1. Dips (20-15-10)
2. Push-up progressives (ONE SET: Floor plyo/Flat/Bench) (15-10-8)
1. 35 lbs plate squats (25-20-15)
1. 35 lbs plate squats (25-20-15)
2. 16" box jumps (15-10-10)
1. Gravitron dips 40 lbs of assistance (20-15-10)
2. Cable chest fly/press 30 lbs (20-15-10)
1. Side lunges (15-15-10)
2. 16" box S/L step ups (15-10-10)
1. Dips progressives (VIDEO CLIP) (ONE SET: legs up/legs on floor/knee at 90) (25-20-15)
2. DB tricep extensions (VIDEO CLIP) (20-15-10)
3. Railing focus push-ups (VIDEO CLIP) (emphsize horiz abduction) (20-15-15)
ABS:
1. Leg lift progressives (ONE SET: leg lifts-twists/KTC alt/KTC bilat) (15-15)
2. Pelvic tuck-KTC-Pelvic rotation (TAYLOR ORIGINAL) (15-15)
3. P-Ball crunches (20-15)
3. P-Ball crunches (20-15)
RPE: 16 TIME: 60 min
TODAY'S MEALS:
-BREAKFAST: Super shake and fish oil.
-LUNCH: Japanese (chicken teriyaki lunch box)
-DINNER: Fish, some rice, arugula salad, and a little kimchi jigae (a korean favorite)
-SNACK: 1/2 a Korean pear
Sunday, January 17, 2010
I'm back!
Friday and Saturday was pretty much taken up by the continuing education course I took in White Plains, NY. Lets just say my crackberry came in handy and I was very happy at 5:35 pm Saturday as I left Burke Rehab Hospital to head back home. It was worth 12 cont ed credit hours!
I didn't get to train on Friday and Saturday but the rest was good for the body. My diet was very good for both days even though I didn't end up working out. Went out last night for Scott's (maven manager) B-day and had 1.5 Amstel lights. It was good fun celebrating with a nice bunch of people. I also had a chance to hang out with Bill...a good friend and old business partner. Got home around one but I knew I had/wanted to workout this morning. It felt great getting in the gym after a few days off! I don't know if it's just me wanting to see it, but I could already tell a difference in only a week. I'm looking forward to the month point when I'll take my measurements again and strip down for photos!!
As I posted about a week ago, my parents are moving back to Seoul, South Korea next Saturday. I'll miss them very much but I know they'll be happier there and that's what matters. Skype is awesome. It was basically the defining factor in making my parents feel relatively comfortable with the decision to "leave" us. They have both given me everything a parent could give a son without ever asking for anything back. For this, I can't thank them enough and I owe them so much. I've been blessed with the most amazing parents.
Today I had my cheat meal for the week. What was this you ask? Japanese ramen! It was my first time trying "home made" japanese noodles. Saw an episode of Man v Food where Adam hits up an authentic ramen joint in LA. According to my informal survey, there are no good places in the mtero area. So we went to the only place we knew...Mitsuwa. One word to describe the experience...SALTY!!! Probably will never try Japanese ramen again...unless it was in a ramen house in JAPAN. I've also never had such a strong adverse response to unhealthy food. Immediately after we finished eating, the salt and MSG (I assume they loaded it up since I'm pretty sensitive to MSG) gave me an intense headache and almost made me feel like I was coming down with a cold. Sudden fatigue and drowsiness hit both of us like a brick wall. We went straight to the fruit aisle to buy a bottle of veggie juice and a few tangerines. Downed a bottle of water as well. It's like the healthy diet during the last week already caused my body to have adverse reaction to crap. It's a good thing! Everyday this past week provided evidence of why it's important to have a healthful daily diet. Basically, stay consistent....whether you eat crap everyday so you have an adverse reaction to healthful foods or eat right and so your body hates the wrong. My energy level and my mood was directly connected to what I ate/drank. I'm actually looking forward to Monday when I know it begins another week of non-compromising healthful living. It's getting easier and easier to eat right.
TODAYS WORKOUT:
-WARM-UP: Treadmill 5 min/VersaClimber 5 min/Speed jump rope 5 min
-RESISTANCE TUBING:
1. Lat straight arm pull (20-20-15)
2. Straight arm horizontal abduction/Wide grip row (20-20-15)
3. Bilat bicep curls/Alternating (25-20-20)
4. Flashers (20-20-15)
1. Shoulder presses (20-20-15)
2. Lateral raises (20-20-15)
1. Bicep progressives (20-20-15)
2. Bench push-ups with crunch (4 sets of 15)
3. KTC and alt (20-15-15)
The workout was a bit shorter than usual, but felt as good.
I'll make sure to put up more pics and videos of the exercises from my workouts.
TODAY'S MEALS:
-BREAKFAST: Super Shake and fish oil
-LUNCH: Nasty Japanese ramen (felt like crap for about 2 hours)
-SNACK: Bottle of veggie juice and a tangerine
-DINNER: Fish, rice, and korean side dishes
-SNACKS: Trader Joe's granola (as you can tell, I like Trader Joe's snacks)
I didn't get to train on Friday and Saturday but the rest was good for the body. My diet was very good for both days even though I didn't end up working out. Went out last night for Scott's (maven manager) B-day and had 1.5 Amstel lights. It was good fun celebrating with a nice bunch of people. I also had a chance to hang out with Bill...a good friend and old business partner. Got home around one but I knew I had/wanted to workout this morning. It felt great getting in the gym after a few days off! I don't know if it's just me wanting to see it, but I could already tell a difference in only a week. I'm looking forward to the month point when I'll take my measurements again and strip down for photos!!
As I posted about a week ago, my parents are moving back to Seoul, South Korea next Saturday. I'll miss them very much but I know they'll be happier there and that's what matters. Skype is awesome. It was basically the defining factor in making my parents feel relatively comfortable with the decision to "leave" us. They have both given me everything a parent could give a son without ever asking for anything back. For this, I can't thank them enough and I owe them so much. I've been blessed with the most amazing parents.
Today I had my cheat meal for the week. What was this you ask? Japanese ramen! It was my first time trying "home made" japanese noodles. Saw an episode of Man v Food where Adam hits up an authentic ramen joint in LA. According to my informal survey, there are no good places in the mtero area. So we went to the only place we knew...Mitsuwa. One word to describe the experience...SALTY!!! Probably will never try Japanese ramen again...unless it was in a ramen house in JAPAN. I've also never had such a strong adverse response to unhealthy food. Immediately after we finished eating, the salt and MSG (I assume they loaded it up since I'm pretty sensitive to MSG) gave me an intense headache and almost made me feel like I was coming down with a cold. Sudden fatigue and drowsiness hit both of us like a brick wall. We went straight to the fruit aisle to buy a bottle of veggie juice and a few tangerines. Downed a bottle of water as well. It's like the healthy diet during the last week already caused my body to have adverse reaction to crap. It's a good thing! Everyday this past week provided evidence of why it's important to have a healthful daily diet. Basically, stay consistent....whether you eat crap everyday so you have an adverse reaction to healthful foods or eat right and so your body hates the wrong. My energy level and my mood was directly connected to what I ate/drank. I'm actually looking forward to Monday when I know it begins another week of non-compromising healthful living. It's getting easier and easier to eat right.
TODAYS WORKOUT:
-WARM-UP: Treadmill 5 min/VersaClimber 5 min/Speed jump rope 5 min
-RESISTANCE TUBING:
1. Lat straight arm pull (20-20-15)
2. Straight arm horizontal abduction/Wide grip row (20-20-15)
3. Bilat bicep curls/Alternating (25-20-20)
4. Flashers (20-20-15)
1. Shoulder presses (20-20-15)
2. Lateral raises (20-20-15)
1. Bicep progressives (20-20-15)
2. Bench push-ups with crunch (4 sets of 15)
3. KTC and alt (20-15-15)
The workout was a bit shorter than usual, but felt as good.
I'll make sure to put up more pics and videos of the exercises from my workouts.
TODAY'S MEALS:
-BREAKFAST: Super Shake and fish oil
-LUNCH: Nasty Japanese ramen (felt like crap for about 2 hours)
-SNACK: Bottle of veggie juice and a tangerine
-DINNER: Fish, rice, and korean side dishes
-SNACKS: Trader Joe's granola (as you can tell, I like Trader Joe's snacks)
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
Instant healing??
Something really crazy happened today. As I posted this morning, I woke up with intense left shoulder pain, which I believed was originating from an inflammed supraspinatus and the long head of the biceps (slept on the shoulder for ?? hours). For most of the day, the pain was very limiting and sharp. I was almost non-functional with the L arm due to the intense pain. I was even considering holding off training for a day or two until the acute pain diminshed. Then, around 3pm I headed into a 2 hour meeting. There is no doubt in my mind the pain was intense when I arrived at the meeting site...since I remember having a hard time putting on my suit jacket as I got out of the car. To my total surprise, my shoulder pain had improved 85% post-meeting. I can't explain it. I've had bouts of acute pain in pretty much all my joints at one point or another. Never have I had this happen where such acute pain was present, then without a "clicking back in" or "popping back in" episode it returns to pretty much normal. As I'm typing on my laptop right now, I keep moving it just amazed at the absence of the pain from this morning. What I'm trying to say in a very verbose way...I'm definitely happy about it!
As you can assume, I headed straight to the gym after my last meeting. My friend Sean joined me in the training session today. He's been wanting to lose a few pounds and get ready for road biking and golf season. Held up well considering he hasn't resistance trained in a long time and has been restricted due some orthopedic issues. Hope he sticks with his goal to train 3 times a week. I felt great once again and was extra careful with my exercise selection to prevent re-injury.
The following is a picture of Sean doing dips.
My workout today-DONE...
Warm-up: Treadmill 5 min (begin with 6 degrees/3.8 mph. increase incline a degree/30 sec)
Resistance Training:
1. Bench push-ups (25-20-20)
2. BB bent-over rows 50 lbs (20-20-20)
1. Seated row 35 lbs (20-15-15)
2. Hi standing unilateral cable row/twists 30 lbs (15-15-15)
1. Modified deadlifts 35 lbs DB (15-15-15)
2. Lunges 20 lbs DB (15-15-15)
Rowing machine (level 10 intense) 5 min
1. DB bicep curls (ONE SET: Bilat curls - Bilat hammer curls - Alt bicep curls) (10-10-10)
2. Dip progressives (ONE SET: legs straight - knees bent at 90 degrees) (25-20)
1. Kettlebell squats 25 lbs (20-20-20)
2. S/L KB contra floor reach 15 lbs (15-10-10)
Abs:
1. V-twists KTC (25-20-20)
2. Crunches (25-20-20)
3. Plank crunches (10-10)
RPE: 15 TIME: 50 min
MEALS:
-BREAKFAST: Super shake (30g of protein) and fish oil
-LUNCH: Cuban food (chicken steak, lentil/bean soup, salad, and some rice and beans) mmm
-DINNER: 1/2 of whole fish, 3 small meat patties, a little potato egg salad, and baby bokchoy-oyster mushroom dish
-SNACK: Trader Joe's granola (love this stuff)
-SNACK: whey protein shake (25g)
Until tomorrow!
Sunday, January 10, 2010
Now that's what I'm talking about!!
Muscles soreness is at full force today! I love it! Decided to listen to my muscles screaming and take the day off from training. The rest should help prepare me for the week ahead...this week will be my first full week of training in a long time.
As much as consistent training is important to obtaining peak fitness, listening to your body and resting is equally essential for progress and long-term change. Most people who are kicking off a new fitness regimen go to extremes forgetting about patience and steady progress. Gradually increasing the intensity to match the current fitness level will help prevent this.
As I thought about the seminar we held yesterday, I keep thinking about how much I enjoy publicly speaking about my passions and beliefs. Once I've reached a level of "success", I would really enjoy holding seminars and conferences related to self-improvement and life/business coaching. I guess time will tell how my life unfolds!
As all of my family and close friends know, I have a hard time finding people to learn from. I guess that's where my ego and pride comes in. Often times, I feel people just don't get it. This is not to say I've figured it all out...quite the contrary. It just means I find too many contradictions in people for me to take what they say too seriously. I do find sound/meaningful advice and guidance from reading books written by people who appear to have put some deep thought into what they say. I feel people truly living out their passions and beliefs is a rarity in this life. It appears most people don't have a clue what they live for. The sadest part is that they aren't bothered enough by their lack of purpose to do anything about it. This all said, this year I hope to find an actual mentor whom I can confide in. Who is this person going to be? I guess I'll find out...
Sorry for the rambling. I've never kept a diary before...and blogging is allowing me to think things through and "speak" about what's on my mind. Can be boring but it's just me being transparent.
As much as consistent training is important to obtaining peak fitness, listening to your body and resting is equally essential for progress and long-term change. Most people who are kicking off a new fitness regimen go to extremes forgetting about patience and steady progress. Gradually increasing the intensity to match the current fitness level will help prevent this.
As I thought about the seminar we held yesterday, I keep thinking about how much I enjoy publicly speaking about my passions and beliefs. Once I've reached a level of "success", I would really enjoy holding seminars and conferences related to self-improvement and life/business coaching. I guess time will tell how my life unfolds!
As all of my family and close friends know, I have a hard time finding people to learn from. I guess that's where my ego and pride comes in. Often times, I feel people just don't get it. This is not to say I've figured it all out...quite the contrary. It just means I find too many contradictions in people for me to take what they say too seriously. I do find sound/meaningful advice and guidance from reading books written by people who appear to have put some deep thought into what they say. I feel people truly living out their passions and beliefs is a rarity in this life. It appears most people don't have a clue what they live for. The sadest part is that they aren't bothered enough by their lack of purpose to do anything about it. This all said, this year I hope to find an actual mentor whom I can confide in. Who is this person going to be? I guess I'll find out...
Sorry for the rambling. I've never kept a diary before...and blogging is allowing me to think things through and "speak" about what's on my mind. Can be boring but it's just me being transparent.
Monday, January 4, 2010
Here it goes.....
I'm going to figure this out!!
Hopefully, all my posts will make some sense to some of you... =)
Finally getting to put this HD video cam to use! Pretty excited about this opportunity to document my progress and soon the progress of first 2 chosen "subjects". Daily posts will be made as our pursuit of fitness is documented via daily diets, training regimen, and random pictures/videos from the day. This will be kept up indefinitely and hopefully new "subjects" will be added to this blog for all to witness and observe. Please feel to ask/comment on anything posted.
My name is Taylor and hopefully this begins the most exciting chapter in my life - returning to basics! I'm an entrepreneur, doctor of physical therapy, commercial real estate broker, and a fitness professional. Hmmm...why? I get that same look and question a few times a day. The challenge is what I live for but have come to realize there are certain realities in my life which I can no longer deny. These realities will hopefully be better explained through all the posts. Somehow I feel this process will enhance the clarity of my thoughts and naturally lead me on a fun revealing journey. Yes, I am one of those who is in pursuit of reaching my true professional/life potential. Returning to basics implies my renewed sense of appreciation for what I am and the last 15 years of life.
Healthcare has taught me tremendous lessons on professionalism, human need/care, and ethical practice/thinking. It created an opportunity for me to design a business model which is of sound structure and progressive/dynamic in nature. Commercial real estate brokerage exposed me to a group/breed of very confident people and taught me the power of tact and focus. Personal training showed me how fitness and its many practiced activities can serve as an outlet for so many on the brink. Although often hidden behind a pretty face or a hot body, insecurities still drive most of us to do what we do...day in and day out.
You still ask why? On paper, I have the ideal resume for an exceptionally successful career/business in the fitness industry. However, I don't feel that's enough. Just like the other top people in any industry, there has to be more or something...a factor almost impossible to define in words or speech. It has to be felt - people just know it when they meet you. I'm hoping to discover what I need to discover.
I strongly feel this blog will be the last piece of discovery I need to begin sprinting and accomplishing in the fitness or any industry. Of course...this is how I'm imagining is how it'll pan out. As many of us have learned or are learning, life has a way of doing what it feels like doing. I guess I'll just have to start taking these first steps and let life do its thing. If it happens to be in line with my expectations...great. If it happens to lead me somewhere else...great. As long as this journey is progressive and true to me, I'm 100% satisfied.
Today started off waking up to the reality of this lingering cold sticking around for a few more days. I'm on day 3 of antibiotics and have never looked so forward to getting started again on a fitness regimen. Had a bunch of meetings at Panera Bread in Paramus, NJ and did tons more in research for Jato Fitness. Did I say how much I'm looking forward to begin kicking my own ass?? Well, I am! Began learning how to use this HD vcam and spoke to Ed Lopez on Skype about blogging a few other items of discussion. Ed is a friend & an owner of Dew Drop Digital (awesome web design company). As a "retired" google manager, he recommended blogger. Although I've known Ed for only a few months, I've gained utmost respect for his expertise and advice related to web design and online services. There is no doubt, I'll be bugging Ed with more questions!
Hopefully, all my posts will make some sense to some of you... =)
Finally getting to put this HD video cam to use! Pretty excited about this opportunity to document my progress and soon the progress of first 2 chosen "subjects". Daily posts will be made as our pursuit of fitness is documented via daily diets, training regimen, and random pictures/videos from the day. This will be kept up indefinitely and hopefully new "subjects" will be added to this blog for all to witness and observe. Please feel to ask/comment on anything posted.
My name is Taylor and hopefully this begins the most exciting chapter in my life - returning to basics! I'm an entrepreneur, doctor of physical therapy, commercial real estate broker, and a fitness professional. Hmmm...why? I get that same look and question a few times a day. The challenge is what I live for but have come to realize there are certain realities in my life which I can no longer deny. These realities will hopefully be better explained through all the posts. Somehow I feel this process will enhance the clarity of my thoughts and naturally lead me on a fun revealing journey. Yes, I am one of those who is in pursuit of reaching my true professional/life potential. Returning to basics implies my renewed sense of appreciation for what I am and the last 15 years of life.
Healthcare has taught me tremendous lessons on professionalism, human need/care, and ethical practice/thinking. It created an opportunity for me to design a business model which is of sound structure and progressive/dynamic in nature. Commercial real estate brokerage exposed me to a group/breed of very confident people and taught me the power of tact and focus. Personal training showed me how fitness and its many practiced activities can serve as an outlet for so many on the brink. Although often hidden behind a pretty face or a hot body, insecurities still drive most of us to do what we do...day in and day out.
You still ask why? On paper, I have the ideal resume for an exceptionally successful career/business in the fitness industry. However, I don't feel that's enough. Just like the other top people in any industry, there has to be more or something...a factor almost impossible to define in words or speech. It has to be felt - people just know it when they meet you. I'm hoping to discover what I need to discover.
I strongly feel this blog will be the last piece of discovery I need to begin sprinting and accomplishing in the fitness or any industry. Of course...this is how I'm imagining is how it'll pan out. As many of us have learned or are learning, life has a way of doing what it feels like doing. I guess I'll just have to start taking these first steps and let life do its thing. If it happens to be in line with my expectations...great. If it happens to lead me somewhere else...great. As long as this journey is progressive and true to me, I'm 100% satisfied.
Today started off waking up to the reality of this lingering cold sticking around for a few more days. I'm on day 3 of antibiotics and have never looked so forward to getting started again on a fitness regimen. Had a bunch of meetings at Panera Bread in Paramus, NJ and did tons more in research for Jato Fitness. Did I say how much I'm looking forward to begin kicking my own ass?? Well, I am! Began learning how to use this HD vcam and spoke to Ed Lopez on Skype about blogging a few other items of discussion. Ed is a friend & an owner of Dew Drop Digital (awesome web design company). As a "retired" google manager, he recommended blogger. Although I've known Ed for only a few months, I've gained utmost respect for his expertise and advice related to web design and online services. There is no doubt, I'll be bugging Ed with more questions!
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