I did a lot of body weight squats & lunges to warm up--hoping it will help me knees. They were really cracky and creaky this morning. I think it helped some. My right knee hurts climbing the stairs at work.

Front Squat: 12x75,12x75,12x75
Superset w/
Wide-grip cable seated row: 12x90,12x90,12x90

Supine Hip Extension with leg curl
3 sets x 12 ea. superset with
Barbell push press:
12x50,12x55,12x60 (I have conquered my stability issues with this exercise and am able to up the weight a bit; 12 reps vs. 15 makes a difference of course.)

Dynamic lunge: 12x55,12x60,12x60
superset with
Upper-body Russian twist: 3 sets, 12 ea. (I love these!)

I like this workout for a Monday--it's enough to wake me and get me going but nothing to dread. I didn't actually time my rests today but they were pretty much dictated by if the equipment was available. In most cases, I could jump from one exercise to the next. Still, I wasn't out of breath as much as I thought I should be. I had time for a good stretch, which I really need. I'd love a mini yoga session after the workout. The girls are going to the spin studio tonight and I should probably join them...I've been very lax on cardio.

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