Strong, Sexy and Sweaty

Strong, Sexy and Sweaty is how I felt at the gym yesterday. I lifted the old fashion way. No stability ball, no bands, no Bosu, just me and the free weights. I know you get a more effective work out using the other equipment, but it just felt so good to lift heavy and to utter exhaustion. You know the feeling, it burns and you feel like you can't even lift your arms or walk properly by time you are done.

I felt so confident on the floor, surrounded by big muscle men. I felt confident because I knew exactly what to do and how to do it with proper form. There was no wobbling on the stability ball or balancing on the Bosu, just me with my feet firmly planted on the floor. I know my core didn't get it's work by not using that valuable equipment, but my chest, back and legs are so sore in such a good way today.

The strong feeling came from being able to lift heavy, no 5 pound dumbbells for biceps, no squats with only 45 lbs, no chest press with just the bar, bring on the heavy. I guess the sexy feeling comes from confidence and a sense of accomplishment. I gave myself a good workout, I pushed myself to the limit and I did it with proper form. The sweaty feeling well, we all know where that came from...hard work!

Now excuse me while I go try to find some Ben Gay for my chest! HAHAHA