Pedro's Gym Diary

Small man, smaller gains ; Terrible at building habits, routine and discipline. Using this as an experience to change that

[Pedro's Gym Diary @kolchao]

That being said, we worked out 3 days this past week.

Chest was done with a friend, ir was super fun and i worked harder and better.

Back was good. I tried dumbell rows and really digged it. Will repeat.

Legs were ok. I still cant dig it the way i dig the rest. Must adapt.

[Pedro's Gym Diary @kolchao]

After almost a month of work changes, some self loathing and helping a suicidal friend, we are back in action.

Changing this format to a weekly review, since I don't have the patience to tweet everyday

[Pedro's Gym Diary @kolchao]

This week due to work/personal reasons we only went to the gym on monday. This coming birthday week we'll push through and get back at it

[Pedro's Gym Diary @kolchao]

I still cant find a good hamstring exercise. Is it time to introduce the deadlift?

Sunday i didnt do much, i got to the gym super late, and it closed earlier. But i went there. That matters

Good job

[Pedro's Gym Diary @kolchao]

Sunday report

I actually went to the gym on a sunday. To train legs. Without headphones. If this isnt discipline idk what is

The leg press says it has a starting resistance of 70kg which i dont believe, because i can load with a LOT of weight, more than any other leg machine

[Pedro's Gym Diary @kolchao]

Thursday report

I was exhausted and didnt want to go, but i did and managed to do the full workout! Very proud

Chest felt good. I felt like i could do more reps than usual. Creatine is working?

Went a bit heavy on triceps. Gotta be careful with the arm

Good job

[Pedro's Gym Diary @kolchao]

Monday report

Back felt alright. Tried an alternate grip on the lat pulldown, but not too happy with results. Return to wide handle. Try pull ups

Rowed very hard today, but maybe its because it was the 1st exercise. Next week try as second to see what happens.

Good job

[Pedro's Gym Diary @kolchao]

I hate the hip thrust machine with a burning passion, as well as the leg curl machine. I am desperate to replace both with an alternative

Good job

[Pedro's Gym Diary @kolchao]

Thursday report

Leg day still feels like improv. I just can't get a proper complete day in order.

I tried the leg press for the first time and it was AMAZING. If this can replace squats, im never squatting again. But there's only one machine, so i feel i wont be so lucky

[Pedro's Gym Diary @kolchao]

Wednesday report

Chest felt GOOD. I started with flies instead of press and felt it was better. I tried to focus on my mind-muscle connection that day and felt a conscious improvement

On triceps i need to focus more on reps and less on weight because of my arm pain

Great job

[Pedro's Gym Diary @kolchao]

Tuesday report

Best back day so far. Everything was done to failure, i felt every muscle isolated and working in every exercise

Switched from preacher to standing curl. The bicep focus was nice, but working on my core and balance passively is better for my objectives

Great job

[Pedro's Gym Diary @kolchao]

I forgot last thursday and friday reports, respectively chest and swimming

It all went well

The cute swimming instructor wasnt there. Very sad

Great job

[Pedro's Gym Diary @kolchao]

Wednesday report

I really didn't wanna go today, but im glad i did. Had to rush it a bit because i went super late, but i did everything. Im proud of myself

I did however forget my straps, so all the pulling was miserable. Nice forearm pump though

Great job

[Pedro's Gym Diary @kolchao]

Monday report

It was the first real leg day and it was brutal. I cant feel my quads

I absolutely hate the glute machine and the leg curl machine, i wish the gym had better ones

Didnt have much of a dinner, sadly. Next time ill be prepared

Good job

[Pedro's Gym Diary @kolchao]

Wednesday report

Another short but intense workout. Im liking these more and more.

I felt my chest this time! Technique is for sure getting a little better.

I saw my old gym crush. Glad she's around at the same time still

Good job

[Pedro's Gym Diary @kolchao]

Tuesday report

First real gym day and it felt nice. Handgrips really make back day a lot more bearable

Was a short workout because of time but pretty good still. Doing 3 sets again. I got creatine for the first time ever. Dinner was a hassle but good.

Great job

[Pedro's Gym Diary @kolchao]

Friday report

Went to the pool. Swam 1km total. A long way from the old 2km

Sticking to pool on friday and working out the other weekdays seems ok. Still have to try a full workout week

One of the teachers for the kids is so damn cute. Hope i spot her again next week

Good job

[Pedro's Gym Diary @kolchao]

Thursday report

Back day sucks ass. Rowing sucks ass, lat pull sucks ass, everything is hard. But we gotta get wide

I'm so far from the weight i used to lift. It feels bad, but bay steps

Dinner was so yummy though. Im gonna try and roast sweet potatoes on the weekend

Good job

[Pedro's Gym Diary @kolchao]

Tuesday report

-Place was beyond packed. Not great for motivation

-didnt feel the chest much, granted the workout was very light. I need help to get more out of it

-dinner was leftovers but great. Can't beat chicken and rice, added egg and mayo

Good job today

[Pedro's Gym Diary @kolchao]

Winter depression took every bit of progress made last year. I'll try to get it back