For cardiovascular fitness we first took a resting heart rate then did a step exercise for 3 minutes. We then took another heart rate to see how our bodies handle the stress. I scored in the average range.
For strength testing we did grip strength, upper body strength (pushups) and abdominal strength (curl ups). All the females were forced to do kneeling pushups. I did 35 before I got bored and stopped. I scored well above average for that category. For abdominal strength we did as many curl ups as possible in one minute. I took it easy (because I HATE crunches and anything that resembles a crunch) and scored above average. I scored average for grip strength.
For flexibility we took a few different measures: trunk lift, trunk extension, toe reach, and arm reach. I scored at the upper end of average in all categories except the toe reach in which I scored above average.
After the fitness testing our class headed out to the track to either run or walk. I ran 1 mile in 7:23, my fastest timed mile!
When class ended I went up to the weight room. I wanted to do some upper body work and then try the deadlift, which I chickened out on last time. I started off okay. I did some machine chest flys and some lat pull downs. But then I spotted Tyler. Tyler is in my Personal Fitness class and he definitely intimidates me. He's very buff and works around the machines and free weights like a pro. I hate to say it, but I was embarrassed to work out in front of him. I was afraid he'd judge me for only squatting 65 lb. So I finished up with what I'm familiar with and left, tail between my legs.
I need to make myself familiar with the weight room machines, norms, and etiquette and grow myself some confidence. I can't let fear of judgment get in my way of a good workout.
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