I started my first day of training to reach 100 push ups in a row and it was a rough day!  I was able to complete all the push ups required, but I felt like it was a bit more difficult than it should have been.  If you are training too, check out the Week 1 Chart over at One Hundred Push Ups to see what you should be doing.  I am in the middle column so I did 7 + 7 + 5 + 4 + MAX (8).  I guess I shouldn’t complain too much because my max was greater than any one set.  However, when I got out of my shower, I had great difficulty fixing my hair.  My arms didn’t want to reach above my head at all!

Now there has been some chatter on the web about how this training program might not be good for you because all it focuses on is your upper body - mainly chest with some shoulders, back and upper arms.  I understand these concerns, which is why I will point out that I do exercise other areas of my body.  This morning I ran 4.5 miles in 60 minutes.  Slower than what I was doing 6 weeks ago, but that happens when you take an extended break.  I also do yoga and strength training for all of my body parts. 

So if you are going to do this challenge, don’t neglect the rest of your body.  I know everyone out there has seen one of those guys who only do bench presses and curls but never do a squat.  Big chest with chicken legs.  They make me laugh.  Don’t look like a chicken - remember your other body parts.