Outdoor Lifting

For my weekly sprinting session, I usually go run at a local soccer field.  Just to mix things up, I took a few barbell plates with me this time.  After the sprints, I did a some impromptu lifts to work my upper body.

It was pretty neat doing some weightlifting exercises in the great outdoors.  I can't remember the last time I've done that.  It sure is a change from a typical commercial gym environment.

I recall reading that Schwarzenegger and his buddies would sometimes go lift outdoors.  They would load up a truck with weights, food, and their lady-friends, and head out to the country.  Then they would lift weights, cook up a feast, and have a good time.

Some friends and I joked about doing this one time in college, but we never did.  Oh well, maybe someday.  In the meantime, I may mix in some more outdoor lifting until Arnold calls.