Day 25 Update: Adapting Plans and Dietary Choices

Day 25 Update: Adapting Plans and Dietary Choices

Today brought a slight change in routine; I opted for a weightlifting session at the gym on Saturday instead of the usual Sunday slot. The reason? Plans with my brother to catch a football match in the evening—an occasion that typically involved indulging in chicken wings, a tradition we've cherished. However, the journey with Wegovy has shifted my dietary capacity significantly, making it challenging to enjoy a full meal and our customary chicken wings in the same day.

In response to this new reality, we adapted. The chicken wings transformed from a match-time snack to the main dinner, accompanied by a side of potato salad to round it out nutritionally. This adjustment not only catered to my changed appetite but also aligned with my post-workout needs, allowing for an optimal intake of protein following the weightlifting session.

This shift highlights the ongoing adaptations required on this journey, not just personally but also in shared traditions and experiences. It's a reminder of how changes in one area of life can ripple out, necessitating flexibility and creativity in others. Despite these adjustments, the essence of these moments—enjoying a game together—remains untouched, underlining the ability to maintain traditions while embracing a healthier lifestyle.

The workout itself was similar in results as the week before

Seated Shoulder Press (Machine)
Set 1: 45 kg x 5
Set 2: 45 kg x 4

Leg Extension (Machine)
Set 1: 72 kg x 14
Set 2: 72 kg x 14

Lat Pulldown (Cable)
Set 1: 66 kg x 10
Set 2: 66 kg x 10

Leg Press Horizontal (Machine)
Set 1: 188 kg x 12
Set 2: 188 kg x 12

Seated Cable Row - V Grip (Cable)
Set 1: 79 kg x 10
Set 2: 79 kg x 10

Seated Leg Curl (Machine)
Set 1: 59 kg x 10
Set 2: 59 kg x 8

Chest Press (Machine)
Set 1: 59 kg x 10
Set 2: 59 kg x 9

Standing Calf Raise (Machine)
Set 1: 80 kg x 10
Set 2: 80 kg x 10

Chest Dip (Assisted)
Set 1: 22.7 kg x 11
Set 2: 22.7 kg x 10

Pull Up (Assisted)
Set 1: 36.3 kg x 12
Set 2: 36.3 kg x 11

Hip Thrust (Machine)
Set 1: 90 kg x 14
Set 2: 90 kg x 12

Bicep Curl (Cable)
Set 1: 50 kg x 17
Set 2: 50 kg x 11

Triceps Rope Pushdown
Set 1: 32 kg x 8
Set 2: 32 kg x 8

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