Week 2
Hi everyone! I’m back. I hope you all enjoyed reading my last blog. Please comment below if you have any questions for me or have any suggestions!
How was my first official week like?
This week my trainer and I reviewed my meal plan. I will use an app to track my progress, and daily workouts. The app is awesome! It’s called doFITprogram and it tracks literally everything. I know it’s going to be challenging to log all my workouts and meals but I am going to try.
Meal plan
My meal plan is going to look different because everyone has a different taste. In order for me to gain weight and muscle, I have to make sure to eat a little bit of everything throughout the day (TOTAL: 2000 calories). Below I will post a picture of a few suggestions that my trainer shared with me. Aside from eating proper food, I also need to make sure I take my vitamins and drink my shake before and after my workout. I will share more info on the vitamins and shake on my next blog since I haven’t purchased it.
What did my trainer recommend & How did my week go?
So, my schedule is crazy. I go to the gym at least 4-5 times a week. I will see my trainer twice a week for one hour and workout on my own the other days. The good thing about having your own day is that you get to choose a class of your choice. Normally when you have a trainer you get to participate in smaller classes. I prefer smaller classes … especially now with COVID-19. This week I attended one class and it’s called Strength. Before I get into that class, I want to share more about my training session. So, my trainer makes sure he sticks to the same workout routine so I can learn how to do it on my own. He has a name for all the workouts that I perform. I think a good trainer should demonstrate the workout and do it with you at times. Thankfully, my trainer models everything effectively and educates me on every workout. If your trainer does not tell you what the workout does for your body make sure to ask (Don’t forget that you are paying for this so take advantage). I think it’s important to know what you are doing and what it's going to do to your body. Everyone is different but I think this is important to know because you get the best out of your session by learning about the different workouts.
My experience with the Strength class
The Strength class was intense but it was good.
Strength is a 60-minute interval-based class. This class is for anyone who wants to tone up and would like to improve their overall strength. The class is led by a certified personal trainer. After my strength class, I made sure to drink my protein shake. I have to drink my protein shake before and after my session. Like I stated previously I will share more info about my protein shake and vitamins on my next post. So stay tuned!
TIPS of the week
Get enough sleep (6-8 hours)
Make sure to drink your protein shake 30 minutes before and after your workout!
Log your meals/workouts
Add sauces, spices and condiments to your foods to make it easier to eat more.
REMINDER: If you have any questions, feel free to leave them under the comment section of my blog.
Below I listed a few exercises to help you gain weight in a healthy way!
Butt kicks
Body weight squat
Plan up-down
Lunges
Overhead press
Nuts: nuts & peanuts
Dried fruit: Raisins
High-fat dairy: Whole milk,cheese, and yogurt
Meats: Chicken
Grains: Brown rice
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