Hell Week Workouts

I'm at the end of Hell Week - for non-theatre people, it's the week leading up to the show. I'm exhausted. I've had a tension headache for four days, I've been making poor eating choices, and not sleeping enough. And yet, it is my favorite part of working on a show. I love watching it all come together.

It hasn't left much time for exercise. Sunday, I walked with my super-awesome friend, Michelle. We got to chat and got in a 4 mile walk. On Monday, I managed to make it to TKD. This has become a priority for me, and I really didn't want to miss class. I'm really glad I went. It's such a stress-reducer. Tuesday, I was not feeling motivated, but I did a good workout, anyway. I was feeling ill, dehydrated, and exhausted, but I got through it.

Tuesday's Workout:

squats 135# 6 reps x2
one leg jumps (foot on bench) 15 reps x2
Won Hyo x4

plie squats 135# 8 reps x2
one arm push-ups level 2  10 reps/side x2
Chun Gi, Dan Gun, Do San

punches 100 reps x2
reverse crunches on incline bench 10 reps x2
dead lifts 115# 6reps x2
Won Hyo x4

side db crunch 15#  10 reps/side
alternating lunge/front kicks 16 reps x2

Other than walking, I haven't done much for the last couple days. I'm hoping to get up and do a workout tomorrow morning, but if not, I'm not worried. I think sleep could be even more beneficial right now.

I've made a training plan for Phase 1 of my marathon training, and it starts Monday. I've planned out my workouts for the first two weeks, and I am ready to start taking care of myself again. This week has kicked my butt. Right now I am focused on being consistent and building a running base. When I get closer to the race, I will start a marathon training plan. I found one from Runner's World that looks good. It's a 16-week plan and seems like it will work with my life.

But, first, I've got to get through the shows. So excited!!