Exerbabble for 12-3-7

Deadlift:
3 @ 135, 185, 225 lbs

Alternating sets:
BB Shoulder Press:
3 @ 45 lbs
3, 3, 3, 2, 2 @ 100 lbs
6, 5, 3 @ 85 lbs

Pull-up:
3 @ BW
3, 3, 3, 2, 2 @ 15 lbs
4, 3, 3 @ BW

Superset:
DB High Pull:
3×10 @ 40 lbs

DB Lateral Raise:
10, 10, 10* @ 10 lbs

Treadmill: 30 minutes @ 5% incline, 3.1 mph + warm-up/cool-down

(Usual stretching)

Machine Lateral Raise: 50, 20, 15, 10, 5 @ 15 lbs

Had something else in mind for deadlifts involving 225 lbs, triples, and low rest periods. But after my third set, which would have been my first work set, I felt something odd in my lower right ribcage. I could palpate it, and I could feel it if I engaged my anterior chain. It was a really weird sensation. It didn’t feel like it was my heart, but it was a little too close for comfort. I have a rule of stopping exercise if something doesn’t feel right. So that’s what I did. Bizarre.

Increased overhead press triples to 100 lbs.

Went a little harder on the treadmill, but that’s what I eased back into.

Otherwise feel very uneasy right now. I got a No Grade on my research paper. All that effort, for nothing. This is the first time I’ve ever tried and failed. Usually I just give up. Am having to remind myself that a single failure does not make me a failure. Also reminding myself that I chose to be in college right now, and I can choose to leave, if I so please. Somewhat comforting to tell myself that I’m in control of my own damn life – and actually believe it.

Intend to talk to my professor, as for whether I can even pass the class. I aced the first exam. It’s possible. I understand all the material, otherwise. Since I DID an paper, I don’t think I get an automatic failing grade. You know, the “paper required for course” stipulation.

It’s my decision, and my choice. I already did a little studying for chem. And now, I shall go see if he’s in his office. Intimidating or not, this has to be done. I mean, he’s a great lecturer, but he’s not very personable. So be it, this will come to pass. After I deal with this, I’ll try to relax.