Question about doing Cardio and Strength Training during first 2 weeks of Induction

[bamalane]

I have a strength training routine that I just recently started. I am wondering if I can continue it while on first two weeks of Induction. I have listed my routine as follows:

Weeks 1 & 2/Stage 1/Workout A/Part 1 & 2: Thursday
Squat: EB(Empty Bar-45lbs)/15/2 (Rest: 60sec)

(Alternating Sets)
Push-Ups: 40 degrees/15/2 (Rest: 60)
Dumbbell Bent-Over Row: 10per/15/2 (Rest:60)

(Alternating Sets)
Step-up/Dumbbell Shoulder Press Combo: 10per/15/2 (Rest:60)
Swiss Ball Reverse Hyperextensions: BW(Body Weight)/8/2 (Rest:60)

Weeks 1& 2/Stage 1/Workout B/Part 1 & 2: Sunday
Deadlifts EB/2/15 (Rest: 60sec)

(Alternating Sets)
Barbell Bent-Over Row: EB/15/2 (Rest: 60)
Pullover: 20/2/15 (Rest: 60)

(Alternating Sets)
Lunge: 40/15/2 (Rest: 60)
Incline Bench Reverse Crunch: BW/8/2

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Weeks 3 & 4/Stage 1/Workout A/Part 3 & 4: Thursday
Squat: 50/12/2 (Rest: 60sec)

(Alternating Sets)
Push-Ups: 35 degrees/12/2 (Rest: 60)
Dumbbell Bent-Over Row: 15per/12/2 (Rest:60)

(Alternating Sets)
Step-up/Dumbbell Shoulder Press Combo: 15per/12/2 (Rest:60)
Swiss Ball Reverse Hyperextensions: BW(Body Weight)/17/2 (Rest:60)

Weeks 3 & 4/Stage 1/Workout B/Part 3 & 4: Sunday
Deadlifts: 50/12/2 (Rest: 60sec)

(Alternating Sets)
Barbell Bent-Over Row: 50/12/2 (Rest: 60)
Pullover: 30/12/2 (Rest: 60)

(Alternating Sets)
Lunges: 25/12/2 (Rest: 60)
Incline Bench Reverse Crunch: BW/17/2

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Weeks 5 & 6/Stage 1/Workout A/Part 5 & 6: Thursday
Squat: 50/10/3 (Rest: 60sec)

(Alternating Sets)
Push-Ups: 35 degrees/10/3 (Rest: 60)
Dumbbell Bent-Over Row: 15per/10/3 (Rest:60)

(Alternating Sets)
Step-up/Dumbbell Shoulder Press Combo: 15per/10/3 (Rest:60)
Swiss Ball Reverse Hyperextensions: BW(Body Weight)/20/3 (Rest:60)

Weeks 5 & 6/Stage 1/Workout B/Part 3 & 4: Sunday
Deadlifts: 50/10/3 (Rest: 60sec)

(Alternating Sets)
Barbell Bent-Over Row: 50/10/3 (Rest: 60)
Pullover: 30/10/3 (Rest: 60)

(Alternating Sets)
Lunges: 30/10/3 (Rest: 60)
Incline Bench Reverse Crunch: BW/20/3

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Weeks 7 & 8/Stage 1/Workout A/Part 7 & 8: Thursday
Squat: 60/8/3 (Rest: 60sec)

(Alternating Sets)
Push-Ups: Floor/8/3 (Rest: 60)
Dumbbell Bent-Over Row: 20per/8/3 (Rest:60)

(Alternating Sets)
Step-up/Dumbbell Shoulder Press Combo: 20per/8/3 (Rest:60)
Swiss Ball Reverse Hyperextensions: BW(Body Weight)/25/3 (Rest:60)

Weeks 7 & 8/Stage 1/Workout B/Part 7 & 8: Sunday
Deadlifts: 60/8/3 (Rest: 60sec)

(Alternating Sets)
Barbell Bent-Over Row: 60/8/3 (Rest: 60)
Pullover: 45/8/3 (Rest: 60)

(Alternating Sets)
Lunges: 40/8/3 (Rest: 60)
Incline Bench Reverse Crunch: BW/25/3

I also like to do a light 30min treadmill workout in the mornings. Any feedback would be welcomed!

[liv]

Re: Question about doing Cardio and Strength Training during first 2 weeks of Inducti

I see no reason not to do them if you are up to it.


Sometimes in the first few days of induction we have a bit of an energy deficit as the body is searching for carbs and not yet effectively using fat for fuel but that usually is just a day (around day 3-4) and then you feel fine.


So did someone make this routine for you? I liked it.

[bamalane]

Re: Question about doing Cardio and Strength Training during first 2 weeks of Inducti

I came up with this routine after reading The New Rules of Lifting for Women by Lou Schuler. I was an exercise major for a while there so I have a good idea of what direction I need to take. My ex is a weight-lifter and a huge fan of Lou Schuler. He bought this book for me and it is really spot-on. Pick it up. You will find it very helpful and enlightening!

[liv]

Re: Question about doing Cardio and Strength Training during first 2 weeks of Inducti

Oh i've read it. I do lifting workout a lot

PS If it is for you join the strength training challenge. I am sure we would all enjoy hearing how this goes and learn from your experience

http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/exercise-challenges/87732-april-strength-challenge-pledge-minutes.html