Softcore to Hardcore...

After work, I came home with the intention to get a good burn but one from a different set of workout routines. After listening to a podcasting from Naked Nutrition Network, I've decided to look up different "plank" styles. I'm no gym-guru or fitness-junkie, so all these terms are relatively new to me. Alot of these things I already know, but are unfamiliar to the name. So being that I'm a novice to this entire thing, and my knack for always yerning for knowledge, I looked it up.

Well, for those who are not physically-inclined on the knowledge portion (as I am one of them), a "plank" is just a basic core workout. Working on your core is the foundation of having good posture, balance/stability and proper form when working out with other exercises. After doing these planks, I've come to realize my core is very weak, I mean extremely weak! You can check out some videos on ExpertVillage.com to see how the plank and side plank are performed to see how you stack up. But basically, this is definitely a workout that I need to focus on. Not only is it good for the things I've previously mentioned, but at the same time it will definitely tighten up my abdominal area, where the loose skin effect I was speaking of is occuring.

I've also done a few other exercises where I'm trying to target my upper back and shoulders more. I'm feeling really good about the different routines I'm picking up and how I can see the effects on my body. I can definitely see now where my muscles are starting to shape up real nice, I just need to melt away at more of this fat that is engulfing my body. It really is exciting to see this transformation. Don't worry, I haven't forgotten about the pictures. I've decided to post new pics once a month so there will be more dramatic changes, as opposed to weekly photos. When all is said and done, I will try to make a slide show to illustrate the metamorphosis.

Well, until the next update, eat good, stay focused, train hard and take care!