Really, there are only threes days of actual work to be done. But everything seems to happen in those three days.
I usually feel like taking it easy the week of Thanksgiving and things in my business typically slow down around this time, but this year has been difficult, business-wise. So, we're kind of in a crunch to make our numbers.
Therefore, instead of disliking the holidays for the regular reasons - too much extra family, too much money being spent and the general stress of making everybody happy - I now have work to worry about.
Happy holidays.
11.19.2007
11.18.2007
FL I / Workout A / Day 4
[I'm using a book called The New Rules of Lifting, but I'm not trying to do the exercises in the order dictated in the text. The author designates a number of different body types/schedule restrictions and then recommends the schedule of exercises. Since I don't think I fit into any of the categories, I'm kind of adjusting it to fit my goals.]
Superset #1
Squat: 3 sets / 12 reps - 135#
Cable Seated Row: 3 sets / 12 reps - 160#
60 sec. rest between sets
Superset #2
Supine Hip Extension: 3 sets / 12 reps - body weight
Dumbbell Push Press: 3 sets / 12 reps - 40# dbs
60 sec. rest between sets
Superset #3
Rotational Lunge: 3 sets / 12 reps - 25# dbs
Swiss Ball Crunch: 3 sets / 12 reps - 45# db
Though I don't follow the book exactly, it is full of tips on proper form and good information on warm-ups and stretches. Typically, to warm up, I will jog for 5 minutes and then do some light weight versions of the major-muscle exercises. If time permits, I will try to do 15 minutes of cardio after the workout; usually stationary bike or elliptical.
Superset #1
Squat: 3 sets / 12 reps - 135#
Cable Seated Row: 3 sets / 12 reps - 160#
60 sec. rest between sets
Superset #2
Supine Hip Extension: 3 sets / 12 reps - body weight
Dumbbell Push Press: 3 sets / 12 reps - 40# dbs
60 sec. rest between sets
Superset #3
Rotational Lunge: 3 sets / 12 reps - 25# dbs
Swiss Ball Crunch: 3 sets / 12 reps - 45# db
Though I don't follow the book exactly, it is full of tips on proper form and good information on warm-ups and stretches. Typically, to warm up, I will jog for 5 minutes and then do some light weight versions of the major-muscle exercises. If time permits, I will try to do 15 minutes of cardio after the workout; usually stationary bike or elliptical.
Dallas Apartment
I'm now in Dallas, working out of an apartment in Irving. I moved in last week, but won't be able to really start working there until after the 8th.
But, like I wrote earlier, we're going up on Friday to finish setting everything up.
But, like I wrote earlier, we're going up on Friday to finish setting everything up.
Workout Progress
With all of the travelling lately, it has been hard to keep up with my workouts. I try to go to the Y in the town I'm in (most participate in something called the AWAY program), but it can be difficult to find the time. Hopefully, by keeping track online, I can not only keep up the workouts, but keep myself motivated.
As of last week, I am officially working in Dallas. The company set up an apartment in Irving and I will begin commuting to Dallas on the 10th of December. I am trying to get everything set up there, so Amy and the kids will go to Dallas with me after Thanksgiving and Black Friday shopping.
As of last week, I am officially working in Dallas. The company set up an apartment in Irving and I will begin commuting to Dallas on the 10th of December. I am trying to get everything set up there, so Amy and the kids will go to Dallas with me after Thanksgiving and Black Friday shopping.
10.21.2007
No Sell Yet, But Still Moving
Well, it's been a couple of months, so I guess it is time for an update.
Though we've yet to sell the house, people are continuing to look. We average about 1 visit from a potential buyer each week and their comments are typically good. Still, no offers. So, we'll probably keep the house listed at its current price until the first of the year so we can see what the market does during the holidays. Perhaps people will look to move during the school break.
I'm still moving to Dallas before the end of the year, however. The company is making arrangements for an apartment in Dallas so that I can commute each week. I plan on travelling up on Mondays and back to Houston on Thursday evenings. While there, I will go to Oklahoma City, Tulsa and Conway, Arkansas a couple of times each month. But, with the holidays nearing and my trip to the Middle East coming up in about 4 weeks, I'm not sure how many trips north I'll be taking.
Though we've yet to sell the house, people are continuing to look. We average about 1 visit from a potential buyer each week and their comments are typically good. Still, no offers. So, we'll probably keep the house listed at its current price until the first of the year so we can see what the market does during the holidays. Perhaps people will look to move during the school break.
I'm still moving to Dallas before the end of the year, however. The company is making arrangements for an apartment in Dallas so that I can commute each week. I plan on travelling up on Mondays and back to Houston on Thursday evenings. While there, I will go to Oklahoma City, Tulsa and Conway, Arkansas a couple of times each month. But, with the holidays nearing and my trip to the Middle East coming up in about 4 weeks, I'm not sure how many trips north I'll be taking.
8.12.2007
Crunch Time
It has been a crazy summer, but we're no closer to moving to Dallas. The last couple of offers were a little low and we feel like we've priced the place to sell. Still, as school starts in a couple of weeks, we may look at lowering the price. Also, I spoke with my boss last week and he didn't indicate that the higher-ups were rushing the move from their end. So, right now, we are just focusing on back-to-school stuff.
Besides all of the relocation issues, I just attended my first session of classes with the NOV-Purdue University Sales Management Institute. Our next session is in Dubai, UAE in the first week of December, but we have a couple of large projects due between now and then. So, needless to say, I'm a little busy. To be honest, we've kind of put the move on the back burner.
If anything changes, I'm sure I will post it a few weeks too late.
Besides all of the relocation issues, I just attended my first session of classes with the NOV-Purdue University Sales Management Institute. Our next session is in Dubai, UAE in the first week of December, but we have a couple of large projects due between now and then. So, needless to say, I'm a little busy. To be honest, we've kind of put the move on the back burner.
If anything changes, I'm sure I will post it a few weeks too late.
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