Week #2 Workout +Questions

VIDEO:

SELFIE:

a. The workout entailed barbell rows, pull ups and box jumps.

b. Here is a photo of the schedule for the fitness centres:

c. I attended the Palestra fitness room during UB on Wednesday (12-1:30) with my friend Nathan Eljarrat.

d. Before, I felt slightly tired because I had just finished gym class. However , I was able to recover and get a proper work out in. During it, I felt good knowing that I was working the different parts of my body. Afterwards, I felt very proud of myself and I was in a generally good mood because that I had pushed myself to work hard despite physical pain and I knew this would benefit my physical health. Also my body probably released some endorphins (feel good hormones).

e. I learnt that I am very fortunate to have FREE access to a pretty complete training centre. I very much enjoyed the simple layout of the room and the efficient easy access I had to various machines or items. I did not dislike much about the fitness centres themselves. Rather, I didn’t like that entry to the upstairs gym was not possible without a student card and membership. Proof that I was a full-time student was not enough to access the centre. Luckily, someone at the front office let me into the palestra fitness room for the purpose of this blog.

f. I used a barbell, a pull up bar, and a box.

e. I was very glad I went. I would recommend it to a friend because the location is convenient and the opening hours are as well. However, I would not recommend it to a friend who does not attend Vanier College.

QUESTIONS:

a. First, maintaining cardiovascular health is essential to living a long and healthy life, so this would be my main motivation to exercise on a regular basis. Second, I have noticed that when I stick to an exercise routine my general functionality is greatly improved. I able to think more clearly, sleep longer hours and feel more energetic. All these benefits come at the small price of sacrificing a few hours per week to exercise, so I feel I am getting a great return on investment when I workout, which motivates me to continue. Last, the improved physical appearance that comes with a regular exercise routine is a great confidence booster and improves interactions with other people (more confidence = better conversations).

b. The primary barrier is school. Sometimes, three tests are packed into the same week, and I often find it difficult to make time for the gym during these weeks. Second is religion. This occurs more rarely, but sometimes my gym schedule will be affected by religious holidays (E.g. having a family lunch or dinner, which interferes with the time I am able to attend the gym. Lastly, health issues (fever, injury, etc.) makes it impossible for me to safely go get exercise.

c. In general, I prefer cardiovascular activity that involves any type of high-intensity sport (tennis, hockey, basketball, etc. ). It provides a fun way to exercise.

d. If I have to decide between going to the gym and working out at home, I will pretty much always choose the gym. At home, there are simply too many distractions and temptations. On the other hand, when I am at the gym I feel I can focus more intently on my workout.

e. I see myself continuing to exercise consistently and progressively getting better and stronger by using heavier weights, trying new exercises, and pushing myself harder and harder to accomplish my goal of having excellent physical health. In terms of wellness, I hope to further improve my organizational skills and master my own mind. In other words, I desire to reach a point where I no longer consider procrastinating as a valid option when I am deciding what to do with my day. I hope to conserve my state of mental health by continuing to surround myself with like-minded and supportive people who will help me when I need them.

f. The main exercise I see myself doing for the remainder of my life is swimming. At the moment, it is not an exercise I do. However, I recognize that it is a terrific and comprehensive workout for the whole body. Moreover, it is not an exercise which is hard on any joints or muscles in the body, so I will be able to continue doing it through my old age.