2026 Strength Training Accountability Thread

[SheHulk]

Fairly typical upper body day yesterday. The numbers on the elliptical looked like a fairly standard higher intensity day, but my watch read it as more vigorous than normal. I think that could be tied to the extra allergy meds I took that had me wired. I added a little bit of extra weight/reps to a few things but nothing too crazy. I did revisit the elevate core machine towards the end and tried it at a more challenging angle. I had to cut my sets in half but I got in some decent work. Part of the problem was sweat. It's been so humid here (99% when I put in my miles this morning) that my sweaty legs were slipping off of the pad and I was having a hard time keeping my grip...even with repeatedly using my towel. Either way, I see the boost in angle as advancement. I supplemented with three sets in the captain's chair at the end because of the cut sets and sweatiness.

Dang you are a machine!

 

[TiggerTrigger]

Dang you are a machine!

All I can say is that it helps with my sanity and it's kept me from the IT Band issues I've experienced in past mileage endeavors. Ok...that, and it makes me feel better about the Easter candy that's been a steady part of my diet for the last few weeks.

 

[michigandergirl]

I just found this thread! I am terribly inconsistent with any and all strength & mobility and I need accountability! I can't start anything new right now as I'm nearing my marathon taper, but I plan to start in May. So I'll just lurk here for a bit...