Some Improvement - I think so.....

Ended the week with a good squash result winning 3-2 in what has to be one of my hardest fought games this year. Whilst the game was physically challenging, I'm pleased to say that I felt a distinct improvement in my fitness - as was also noticed by my opponent. Stupid me failed to warm down properly resulting in some prolonged pain over the weekend - never again !

So weigh in day on Sunday, I had lost approx 3 pounds which I am happy about. Nothing changed with by diet - just healthy amounts of exercise.

Decided to take a small break from the rowing as I have had a few back niggles which have caused me a little concern. Not sure if this is a result of the squash or the rowing. Probably a combination of both.

Another squash match on Monday lunch time - easy win - 6-0 or something like that. Not much of a game however another indication that fitness is on the up.

Decided to get back on the rower tonight with my back feeling somewhat better. 20 minute session using my previous best as a pace boat. For the 20 minute session I clocked up 4,662 meters. Averages include: -

• Average of 208.7 for 500 meters
• Average of 25 Strokes Per Minute (SPM)

At the end of the session I felt very good, finished strong. Was tempted to continue but did not want to over do it. Tomorrow I have badminton in the evening - aim to row again on Thursday.

Will report back on my technique in my next blog posting.