My return to the gym after having our twins was exciting to say the least. I had to start with new goals and I definitely was not starting with the same body I had before the twins. I’m elated to share that I was able to not only meet but surpass my own expectations on the bench press this morning.
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I’m really visual so getting the 45lb weights on each end of the bar (135lbs) was my returning goal. I have done this before the twins and I could do it again. This time however, I had to do it without a spotter. I don’t recommend not having a spotter, it does take much longer to accomplish your goals. Most goals take longer when going alone.
I had hit 135lbs on the flat bench for months now but not with great form and I could only get about 4 reps. Until this morning when I started with a nice warm up and went right into it with 135lbs on the flatbench. With beautiful form (full range) steady and straight, I pumped out 6 reps with confidence.
I read Winnie the Pooh every night and now I speak in terms using children’s literature. “Slow and steady wins the race Tigger”, said Rabbit waving his finger. I know this achievement is a result of being able to really tear apart my muscles when my better half was spotting me a week ago. With everything, we get further when we work together.
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