Showing posts with label rain. Show all posts
Showing posts with label rain. Show all posts

Wednesday, December 24, 2014

Life is Tough for a Desert Dog, Shoulders and Triceps

It has rained everyday in the Washington DC area since we arrived three days ago. It doesn't really bother me that much, but when you are a desert dog it isn't easy. We found Ocho in the desert and he has lived in the desert for all of his life. We do make forays to other climates like our holidays in DC, but for the most part he has been used to the desert. When most of your day is spent laying in the driveway, watching for intruders and enjoying 350 days of sun a year, three days of rain is a big deal. It will be nice when the Och can get even a glimpse of the sun again.

Today's quote is from Henry Wadsworth Longfellow:

"Into each life some rain must fall."

Workout: Shoulders and Triceps
Warm-Up:
Shoulder Circles, 30 repetitions in each direction out to the side, in front and overhead
Weight Training:
Dumbbell Push Press, 3 sets of 10 repetitions
(Primary muscles worked: Deltoids, vastus lateralis, medialis and intermedius, rectus femoris)
Alternating Front Dumbbell Raise, 3 sets of 10 repetitions
(Primary muscles worked: Anterior deltoids)
Dumbbell Side Raise, 3 sets of 10 repetitions
(Primary muscles worked: Lateral deltoids, supraspinatus, trapezius)
Dumbbell Shoulder Shrug, 3 sets of 15 repetitions
(Primary muscles worked: Upper trapezius, scapulae levator)
Diamond Triceps Push-Up, 3 sets of 15 repetitions
(Primary muscles worked: Triceps brachii)
Dumbbell Triceps Extensions, 3 sets of 10 repetitions
(Primary muscles worked: Triceps brachii)

Have a Great Day!

Saturday, December 13, 2014

Active Rest Day and Rain in The Desert

We received much needed moisture here in Arizona from the storm that soaked and buried California in rain and snow. The only creature that is not excited about the rain and overcast sky is our sun worshipping dog. We have errands to run and a holiday party to attend so this is this week's day off from the weights.

Today's quote is from Dave Barry:

"It always rains on tents. Rainstorms will travel thousands of miles, against prevailing winds for the opportunity to rain on a tent."

Active Rest Day:
Dog Walks
Abdominal Crunches, 100 repetitions
Foam Roller Work

Have a Great Day!