9/13/2007

***Goal***

Preparation for 4th Kyu Test in December/January

***Goal***

Precursor: 5th kyu testing was successful but I did not perform exactly how I would have liked to. Stamina for running and all of the preliminary kihon, ido geiko, kata was fine. Stamina for kumite portion was a bit sad. I think I got mentally psyched out when watching the other dan beat the stuffing out of now Sempai Caesar.
Resolution: Run more, Run harder, Run often. Wind sprints and Long Distance Running. Body conditioning. Strengthening of the core muscle group.

Wake up Routine
Push-ups: 65 in a row building up to 100.
Squats: 100
Sit-ups: 100
Superman: 100

Evening Routine
Long Distance Running
- 2 minutes: Fast Speed 1 minute: Slow jog
- Alternating for a total of 10 rounds
Build up to 3 minutes: Fast speed 1 minute (30 seconds?): Slow Jog
15 Rounds
Frequency: 3 Days a week

Wind Sprints
(Local outdoor Track)
100 yards: Sprint
Curve: Walk
1 Mile
Build up to 2.5 or 3 miles.
Frequency: 2 Days a week

Weight sessions focused on stronger core.

Wish me luck