First Aid, AED and CPR and the Workout

For the past 21 years I have been certified in some sort of first-aid and CPR. Since the Automated Electronic Defibrillator (AED) has become common in public places I have also been trained to use these amazing, life saving devices. I have had to maintain my certifications for jobs like being a Lifeguard, working as an Instructor for NOLS and now as a Personal Trainer. I think though, it is super important that EVERYONE take even just a basic first-aid and CPR/AED class at least once. If you do not need to re-certify for your job, don't bother. At least you will have the knowledge to help if you find yourself dealing with a medical emergency. You can find a class at the American Red Cross.

Warm-Up:
Row, 500m
PVC Passthrough, 10 repetitions
PVC Wraparound, 10 repetitions
Foam Roller Work
Weight Training:
Super Set: Perform each exercise in order to complete a set. No rest between exercises. Four sets total.
Back Squat, 50% 1-RM 8 repetitions
Push Press, 8 repetitions
Snatch, 60% 1-RM 1 set of 3 repetitions, 70% 1-RM 1 set of 3 repetitions, 80% 1-RM 5 sets of 3 repetitions
Power Clean and Jerk, 60% 1-RM 1 set of 4 repetitions, 70% 1-RM 1 set of 4 repetitions, 80% 1-RM 4 sets of 4 repetitions
Mobility:
Banded Shoulder Girdle Stretches
Quadriceps Stretch
Hamstring Stretch

Have a Great Day!!

Back to the Office and Back to the Weights

I completed my WFR recertification today with the final piece being a review of CPR. It is amazing to me how much CPR has changed over the years. Apparently now it is focused more on the chest compressions and the use of an AED. The idea is that if you approach an unresponsive patient that does not have a pulse, there is still quite a bit of oxygen in the system and needs to be circulated. CPR is so simple yet could be the difference between a person living or not. Everyone should do such a simple thing.

Today's quote is from Queen Latifah:

"I am not allowed to get a big head, I've still got to do the simple things in life."

Workout: Back
SISU War Hammer Swings, 3 sets of 10 repetitions per side
Kettle Bell Swings, 3 sets of 15 repetitions
Pull-Ups, 5 sets of maximum repetitions
Landmine Rows, 3 sets of 6-8 repetitions
Deadlift, 5 sets of 1-2 repetitions
Atlas Stone Lift to a 48" Platform, 3 repetitions

Have a Great Day!