Workout 1 - Core and Lower Body

This afternoon was my first full-fledged workout with my trainer.

We did a 5 minute walking warmup, some stretching, and then we got down to it. 

He had me do a variety of core and lower body exercises (I alternated between two different exercises for each set, and I can't remember the exact order we did things in, so the pairings aren't accurate here):

Lunges. 4x10 reps.  We worked on proper form for these.  My right knee tried to give me a little bit of trouble, but I was able to get through everything and I'm feeling fine now.

Side lunges. 4x10 reps.  Nothing big here, felt pretty good actually!

Squats.  4x10 reps. We spent today emphasizing proper form for these as well.  I'm pretty darn good at them if I do say so myself ;)

Planks. 4x30 seconds.  I thought I might die after the first one, but, surprisingly, the later planks got easier as my muscles warmed up a bit.

Leg lifts. 4x10 reps. Nothing exciting to say about those, lol.  Lay on your side, lift and lower your top leg.

Resistance band stuff. 4x10 reps.  I am terrible at knowing what exercises are called *blush*.  I had a resistance band around my lower leg and had to move my left leg toward my right and stretch the band, then switch the leg with the band.

Medicine ball lifts. 4x10 reps.  We used a 4 lb. medicine ball for this.  I had to lay on my back and hold the medicine ball between my feet and lift my legs.  I think if any one thing is going to contribute to me being sore tomorrow, it will be this, without a doubt.

Supermans! 4x30 seconds.  I was able to handle them, with obvious fatigue.  I didn't get up off the ground as well as this lady, but, for my first try under supervision I am pleased that I didn't die ;)

Then we did some stretches to cool down a little bit.

Tomorrow evening, upper body.  Thursday morning, cardio.  I am DREADING Thursday.  Cardio is by far my worst area.  I just keep telling myself that I have to go and get through that workout, and then my reward is to watch basketball (March Madness!) when I get home :)

Steamed veggies and chicken for dinner; I'm feeling pretty good about today!