New Kind of Sore

For the past few years, I’ve relied a lot on the same exercises in the the gym. I cycled through whether they were light or heavy, and did many different variations. One thing I have neglected is bodyweight movements. Back in September, during the Gain Habit Challenge, I looked face-to-face with my nemesis, push ups. The dedicated month of 30 a day forced me to get better. It was successful is making me hate them less since I saw so much improvement.

Since setting up the garage gym, I’ve been working on some new skills and exercises like ring dips, and muscle ups and doing more pull ups than normal. My shoulders are experiencing a whole new kind of sore. I’m being exposed to areas I haven’t used enough.

It’s the same thing when you get a new program and it’s a big shake up. Most of the time we like to build on what you’ve been doing. Small changes here and there. Then, just like I’m doing, there are times for a big shake up where we tinker and add lots of new stuff, change the format and the stress on your body.

So now I’m trying to dedicate a little more time with a band stretching into the tough to get spots and rolling my triceps on a roller or ball. I know with consistency and a little extra maintenance, I’m going to get stronger and improve, even if it’s frustrating now.

Justin Miner

@portsmouthcoach