“Texas” Workout
I’ve worked out at some of uncommon places. That’s the beauty of kettlebells. I’ve worked out in parking lots, in the kitchen, and with dinosaurs.
But this was the first time I’ve ever worked out with Texas Longhorns. I have a feeling that it might be my last too.
We spent three weeks traveling through Texas. I considered filming my workout in the Guadalupe Mountains National Park or in Marfa but I was too sore. Or too lazy. I also wanted something really “Texan” and what is more Texan than a Texas Longhorn. Not only is the Longhorn the University of Texas mascot but it’s the official state mammal. Did you know there are official state mammals? I didn’t. I’m not sure if all states have an official mammal but Texas does and it’s the Longhorn.
We did have a bit of trouble finding some Longhorns to workout with. Imagine that. Apparently, Ranchers don’t have time for Californians to “visit with” their cattle. At one point, we drove by some cows grazing in the backyard of a modest house. Brent pulled over to the side of the road and suggested I knock on the front door for permission to enter their property. What was I supposed to say, “Do you mind if I workout with your Longhorns?”. No I’m not crazy. Not at all.
As it turned out there was a lovely little Longhorn ranch near one of our campgrounds. Front 30 Ranch Guest House is run by a darling couple and who graciously allowed me to workout in their Longhorn pasture while our boys played on their beautiful property.
Anyway here’s the workout. Enjoy it. And the Longhorns.
Texas
Cleans 25, 20, 15, 10, 5
Presses 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
Squats 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
Renegade Rows 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
Swings 25, 20, 15, 10, 5
The first round goes like this 25 cleans, 5 presses, 5 squats, 5 (each side) rows, and 25 swings. Rest. The second round is 20, 5, 5, 5, and 20. And so on.
This workout can also be done “For Time” if you like to compare scores with previous workouts.
P.S. No one was even close to being trampled during the stampede.
P.S.S. Those brown lumps on the ground are what you think they are.
Hugs and High Fives,
Jenn
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Those lumps on the ground….I was wondering about those.
Isn’t the Guadalupe Nat Park gorgeous?!?! I went backpacking there for three nights and it was so quiet and peaceful and wonderful. seriously one of the most under visited and unknown parks in the US. But then again, there are probably many others that I don’t know about. 😉
Love this workout! There seems to be a big push towards short, intense workouts and I have to say that I love it.
Yes, Guadalupe NP is breathtaking. That’s really cool you got to backpack there. Brent and I said we would like to go back someday when our kids are bigger (or grown?) and do that.
I can’t imagine working out for more than 30 minutes and that includes warm up and cool down.
I like how Abbey stayed with you during your workout. The state mammal thing cracks me up!
My husband and I did “Texas” this morning! Great workout- thanks for sharing.