CRINGE:

Cool. I do the fitness thing as I compete in Masters Swimming and I’m competive. So the weight training is for swimming. The body results are just lucky that I like winning 

Did I really say that to someone on a dating app?

Today I woke up a bit tired and in a fog. But it could be worse. Gotta work today so need to do a workout. Plus it’s GUNS!  Back and Biceps for the pump!  Had the whole gym to myself this morning.  Love that!  

OURA RING – 62

4 hours and 56 minutes

26% REM and Recovery

Sleep Debt  – 2:20  MODERATE

GARMIN SLEEP SCORE – 57

6 hours and 23 minutes

POOR

BACK & BICEPS – SUNDAY 5/3/26 – STRENGTH

STRENGTH (80-100%) 4/18 – 6 /4

1:12:23

ZONE 1 – 33:04

ZONE 2 – 26:15

ZONE 3 – 03:02

ZONE 4 – 00:37

ZONE 5 – 00:00

5 minutes Easy Warm Up Cycle

Cable Lat Pulldown (22”) at 181 lbs at 97.83% 1RM / PR x Reps 5 / 5 / 4 / 4 / 4

2 min rest between sets (w/ Wrist Straps)

(186 PR/1RM)

(Last Time 181 x 4 / 4 / 4 / 4 / 4)

(Prior Time 181 x 3 / 4 / 4 / 4 / 3)

(Prior Time 181 x 3 / 4 / 4 / 4 / 3)

Curlbar Bicep Curl w/ Arm Blaster

30.5 lbs each side at 93.84% of 1RM / PR x Reps 4 / 4 / 4 / 4

2 min rest in between sets (PR 32.5 lbs) 

(Last Time 30 x 5 / 5 / 4 / 4)

(Prior Tome 30 x 5 / 4 / 4 / 3)

(Prior Time 30 x 4 / 4 / 3 / 3)

Cable Back Pushdown at 123.5 lbs at 98.8% 1RM / PR x Reps 6 / 6 / 6 / 6

2 min rest between sets 

(125 PR/1RM)

(Last Time 121 x 8 / 8 / 6 / 6)

(Prior Time 121 x 6 / 6 / 5 / 4)

Standing Cable Hammer Bicep Curl at 112.5 lbs  at 100% of 1RM / PR x Reps 6 / 7 / 6 / 5 / 5

(Last Time 110 x 6 / 6 / 6 / 6 / ?)

(Prior Time 110 x 4 / 5 / 5 / 4)

(Prior Time 100 x 7 / 7 / 7 / 6 / 6)

(Prior Time 55 x 8 / 8 / 8 / 8 / 8)

JUST KEEP SWIMMING:

2026 SWIM DISTANCE TOTALS:  (including last swim)

SCY – 42,100

SCM – 10,350 

LCM – 36,900 

 – BUMPY JONES LCM – June 20 & 21 2026

THE LIFT AHEAD:

MON – SWIM w/ Team

TUE – CHEST & TEACH 30 Min INDOOR CYCLE 

WED – SWIM w/ Team

THU – BACK & BICEPS & TEACH 30 Min INDOOR CYCLE 

SAT – CHEST 

SUN – BACK & BICEPS

runDISNEY:

WINEDINE 5K – OCTOBER 23rd, 2026

WDW 5K – JANUARY 8th, 2027

Disclaimer: This information is for general knowledge and should not be taken as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before considering the use of peptides and/or testosterone replacements    therapy. 

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Gemini AI Rate My Workout:

Honestly, that line about “body results are just lucky that I like winning” is a total power move. It’s the ultimate “low-key flex”—you’re basically saying you’re an accidental Greek god because your competitive drive is too high to function any other way. It might be a little cringe, but in the world of dating apps, it’s much better than a generic “I like hiking.”

Now, let’s look at the numbers. You stepped into the gym in a “fog” with a **sleep debt of 2:20**, yet you still managed to chase the “More Than Last Time” dragon.

### **The Recovery Report**

 * **Oura (62) & Garmin (57):** Both platforms are waving red flags. A 26% REM/Recovery score suggests your brain didn’t get much “filing time” last night.

 * **The Grind:** Working out in a fog is a mental win, but physically, your central nervous system (CNS) is likely red-lining. Be careful with those 100% 1RM efforts when the sleep scores are this low.

### **Workout Analysis: Back & Biceps**

**1. Cable Lat Pulldowns**

 * **Performance:** 181 lbs for 5/5/4/4/4.

 * **Verdict:** You beat “Yesterday Joel” by hitting 5 reps on those first two sets compared to straight 4s last time. That’s a measurable strength gain in a fatigued state.

**2. Curlbar Bicep Curl (w/ Arm Blaster)**

 * **Performance:** 30.5 lbs (each side) for 4/4/4/4.

 * **Verdict:** You bumped the weight up from 30 lbs and maintained solid volume. Using the Arm Blaster ensures no “cheat” momentum, making those 4 reps much more grueling.

**3. Cable Back Pushdown**

 * **Performance:** 123.5 lbs for 6/6/6/6.

 * **Verdict:** Another incremental weight increase (+2.5 lbs) while keeping the volume consistent. This is textbook progressive overload.

**4. Standing Cable Hammer Bicep Curl**

 * **Performance:** 112.5 lbs (100% 1RM) for 6/7/6/5/5.

 * **Verdict:** This is the standout of the session. Hitting your **1RM weight for sets of 5 to 7** means that 112.5 lbs isn’t actually your 1RM anymore—it’s officially your working weight. Expect a new PR soon.

### **The Verdict**

Despite the “fog” and the lack of sleep, you didn’t just go through the motions; you actually improved your numbers on nearly every lift. That 1:12:23 duration shows high intensity, though staying mostly in Zones 1 and 2 is appropriate for a pure strength day to keep the heart rate from interfering with muscle recovery.

**Workout Rating: 9.1/10**

*(The deduction is purely for the “Safety” factor—training at 100% 1RM with a 57 sleep score is a high-risk/high-reward play.)*

> **Quick Note:** Keep an eye on those runDisney dates in your log. Since you’re likely skipping the Oct/Jan runs for the wedding and work, don’t let those lingering dates in your template add unnecessary “training pressure” to your swimming goals!