What is the technical definition of a streak? I got two days strung together . . . that may just be the hardest part!
I did make two shopping stops this morning, which I now think I have to return 80% of. Teenagers. But that is a digression for another day. Then I putzed around with a few projects at home. Which led to waiting for the twins to wake up so we could Skype (how's that for a new excuse?!) and then I was caught in the world's longest game of Trouble. When I looked outside, it was dark already!
But, Doug reminded me that I could go to the Y. I invited my 16 yr old slug, and he wanted to go with me! So how could I back down? We went, quickly did our workout (I ran on the tm) and now I am home, feeling all proud of myself getting ready to eat (GUILT FREE) my Friday piece of pizza!
E
Friday, November 29, 2013
Thursday, November 28, 2013
Holiday Streak In Progress . . .
First off, congrats to LUCY for completing her Turkey Trot! A great addition to the bib collection.
As you know, I have been in a very deep rut, and was inspired from an article to attempt a Holiday Streak. It was timely, b/c I had a few days to mentally prepare, but not so long to come up with enough excuses not to. Then I saw your text, so I was even more motivated.
I waited until 10, hoping the temp would go up a little bit, but knew if I waited much longer it wasn't going to happen. Of course I choose T-Day to start, so the YMCA is not open which means I have to run outside. So it hit 28 degrees, I bundled up and off I went. I jogged two miles . .. a few walk breaks in there, but honestly I think I deserve a bib just for going! LOL. The good news is that there was little traffic today, so I could run on the street and avoid most of the icy patches and snow sludge. I think I lost a pound just in water dripping from my eyes and nose. Lucy, I know you have been there - I just add the description to amuse B, and remind you (L) how thankful you should be for your move!
Do you ever wonder when cars pass what they are thinking? I wave jauntily (this is fun, right?) and I know when I am driving and see people out, I usually feel admiration for them (that guy is so fat - but look, he is out trying to get in shape) or guilt (I see that lady out walking every day - why can't I do that?). So I tried to imagine what they are thinking based on the car . . . two fat guys in camo and packer gear in a truck? Probably thought I was a nut. A neighbor I know - probably thinks I am so good, running so I can eat pie later (somehow I have this image that they all THINK I am so healthy!). It was an amusing way to pass the time.
Of course, end of story, it was not nearly as bad as it sounds. I felt fine, although out of shape. As I was stretching I turned on the Macy's parade, and there was this group that jump roped the whole parade route. Can you imagine jumping for like an hour straight? The hot shower felt great. And of course I now feel like I can take on the world. That's all I needed - was to get out and do it.
As you know, I have been in a very deep rut, and was inspired from an article to attempt a Holiday Streak. It was timely, b/c I had a few days to mentally prepare, but not so long to come up with enough excuses not to. Then I saw your text, so I was even more motivated.
I waited until 10, hoping the temp would go up a little bit, but knew if I waited much longer it wasn't going to happen. Of course I choose T-Day to start, so the YMCA is not open which means I have to run outside. So it hit 28 degrees, I bundled up and off I went. I jogged two miles . .. a few walk breaks in there, but honestly I think I deserve a bib just for going! LOL. The good news is that there was little traffic today, so I could run on the street and avoid most of the icy patches and snow sludge. I think I lost a pound just in water dripping from my eyes and nose. Lucy, I know you have been there - I just add the description to amuse B, and remind you (L) how thankful you should be for your move!
Do you ever wonder when cars pass what they are thinking? I wave jauntily (this is fun, right?) and I know when I am driving and see people out, I usually feel admiration for them (that guy is so fat - but look, he is out trying to get in shape) or guilt (I see that lady out walking every day - why can't I do that?). So I tried to imagine what they are thinking based on the car . . . two fat guys in camo and packer gear in a truck? Probably thought I was a nut. A neighbor I know - probably thinks I am so good, running so I can eat pie later (somehow I have this image that they all THINK I am so healthy!). It was an amusing way to pass the time.
Of course, end of story, it was not nearly as bad as it sounds. I felt fine, although out of shape. As I was stretching I turned on the Macy's parade, and there was this group that jump roped the whole parade route. Can you imagine jumping for like an hour straight? The hot shower felt great. And of course I now feel like I can take on the world. That's all I needed - was to get out and do it.
Remember - you only have to exercise on days that you eat!
Tuesday, November 26, 2013
November Mission: Almost Accomplished!
Happy Thanksgiving Eve Eve!
I registered yesterday for my 1st run since our Wineglass Half Marathon in September of last year....and my 1st run in Texas! Yes -- a Turkey Trot 5K. The girl told me there was approx 30K people signed up -- should be super crowded. There is a 10K, 5K and Kiddie run/walk. This may be the biggest group I've ever run in -- cant recall how many were registered for the South Beach Half.
I hope everyone has a great Thanksgiving! We are of course staying close to home and celebrating quietly.
Lucy!
I registered yesterday for my 1st run since our Wineglass Half Marathon in September of last year....and my 1st run in Texas! Yes -- a Turkey Trot 5K. The girl told me there was approx 30K people signed up -- should be super crowded. There is a 10K, 5K and Kiddie run/walk. This may be the biggest group I've ever run in -- cant recall how many were registered for the South Beach Half.
I hope everyone has a great Thanksgiving! We are of course staying close to home and celebrating quietly.
Lucy!
Friday, November 1, 2013
Trick-or-Treat
Not the typical treats, I realize, but I picked them up last night and that is what the "Vitamin Coach" told me when he handed me the bag!
I'll back up . . . you may recall that one of my New Year's Resolutions was to cook more (so I have taken some cooking classes - one this month is Mediterranean Cooking coincidentally - will explain below) and eat fish once a week b/c these things are proven to be healthy. Plus you know that I read everything I can find on clean eating and see my naturopath to try to help me figure out how to feel better. I just feel crappy so much of the time, and everything spirals out of that. The weight frustration, sore muscles, itchy eyes, insomnia, etc etc. Anyhow, I attended this "Pathways to Health" seminar on detoxing (at my PCAP pharmacy). I took the in depth quiz, and I am HIGHLY toxic! It just explains so many of my symptoms.
So I am starting my month by detoxing my liver. The program is 21 days, and seems pretty manageable (I take a lot of these supplements anyway). The first two days are a fast (that's a scary word - not really, you have protein shakes and supplements. I counted my points!) and then you can eat normally except for a short list of common allergens (like peanuts). The detox is actually only 7 days, and the balance is an effort to get on a healthy/regenerating eating path. We have three classes during the protocol to learn about clean eating, supplementation, and the Med Diet which they profess, which I find interesting regardless.
Hopefully I will enter this dark, dreary time of year (in WI) and New Year with renewed vigor!
TWO LEFT!
Nov, Dec - we can do it! Let's finish the BMW Challenge strong!
Nov challenge . . . I think we are all kind of doing this anyway, so I am going to make it official. FOUR DAYS of some kind of cardio - 30 min of getting your heart rate up. Since it's "food season" we need to keep the calorie burn going. Whatever activity floats your boat - just a minimum of 4 days and 30 min. This is such a busy, busy time of year but this is attainable! Make the time.
KICKER - find some kind of event to participate in this month. Surely you can find a Turkey Trot, or some kind of charity walk, or bike ride - anything counts as long as it is cardio. Creativity allowed - meaning if you really can't get to one, then make up your own but it has to be something that you don't normally do (a different place to hike or something). A planned, "special" thing that you can call your own event!
Stay the course, ladies! The New Year is approaching!
E.
Nov challenge . . . I think we are all kind of doing this anyway, so I am going to make it official. FOUR DAYS of some kind of cardio - 30 min of getting your heart rate up. Since it's "food season" we need to keep the calorie burn going. Whatever activity floats your boat - just a minimum of 4 days and 30 min. This is such a busy, busy time of year but this is attainable! Make the time.
KICKER - find some kind of event to participate in this month. Surely you can find a Turkey Trot, or some kind of charity walk, or bike ride - anything counts as long as it is cardio. Creativity allowed - meaning if you really can't get to one, then make up your own but it has to be something that you don't normally do (a different place to hike or something). A planned, "special" thing that you can call your own event!
Stay the course, ladies! The New Year is approaching!
E.
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