This morning I went for a run with Sophia (Billy's Dog). One thing I can't wait for when I finally get my own dog is daily walks and runs. I had a great time running with her. We ran the same run I did on Sunday, but I think I got more running in, which is good! I took two days off (not on purpose) but got right back into it today, and it felt great!
Some other good news, the school I will be doing my student teaching at is close enough that I will be able to ride my bike :) This will be a great daily exercise! The only thing that would make this situation better would be if I had a nice bike that I enjoyed riding!
weighing in at: 152 lbs.
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Sunday, September 19, 2010
What I have learned
I thought that giving myself a challenge, and a deadline in which to meet that challenge would motivate me enough to complete it. I have learned that this is not the case. I enjoy working out, and I also enjoy creating and writing about it in this blog... But setting goals for myself and not reaching those goals makes my efforts feel pointless.
I have decided that what I need to do (I think) is to take it day by day. If I find time to work out that day then GREAT! If not, I need to stay positive, and jump back on the horse the next day :) My biggest motivator right now I think is my body, don't get me wrong I love my body! I just want to give it a little tune up :) In order to start this tune up off right I have started swimming again, which is a challenge in and of itself because every time I get in the pool it reminds me that I will never be as good as I once was and this in turn makes it hard for me to even complete a workout. I have started working out with a coach from my alma mater with the masters program that she runs. Practice is 3 times a week on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 5:15-6:30 am. Last week I made it to Monday and Wednesday practice, but was exhausted from closing at work the night before to make it to Friday practice. I am planning on going tomorrow and the rest of this week :)
I have also decided that I want to mix a little running up in my workout routine. I am in no way shape or form a runner... but I do like to go for a jog :) Plus, I think that will also help to kick-start my tune up! What can be better for your legs than running? So that was the first thing I did this morning when I woke up, well after I brushed my teeth of course! I ran 1.2 miles and then waked the same distance back home. It felt really good to be out and about early in the morning. Hopefully my body will like it too, and I can convince myself to do it more often :)
Day by day, that is my new motto! So today, check! Tomorrow, swimming is in the plans but we will see how that goes. I'm assuming it will work out since I work in the day today and I will be able to get plenty of sleep.
Weighing in at: 153
I have decided that what I need to do (I think) is to take it day by day. If I find time to work out that day then GREAT! If not, I need to stay positive, and jump back on the horse the next day :) My biggest motivator right now I think is my body, don't get me wrong I love my body! I just want to give it a little tune up :) In order to start this tune up off right I have started swimming again, which is a challenge in and of itself because every time I get in the pool it reminds me that I will never be as good as I once was and this in turn makes it hard for me to even complete a workout. I have started working out with a coach from my alma mater with the masters program that she runs. Practice is 3 times a week on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 5:15-6:30 am. Last week I made it to Monday and Wednesday practice, but was exhausted from closing at work the night before to make it to Friday practice. I am planning on going tomorrow and the rest of this week :)
I have also decided that I want to mix a little running up in my workout routine. I am in no way shape or form a runner... but I do like to go for a jog :) Plus, I think that will also help to kick-start my tune up! What can be better for your legs than running? So that was the first thing I did this morning when I woke up, well after I brushed my teeth of course! I ran 1.2 miles and then waked the same distance back home. It felt really good to be out and about early in the morning. Hopefully my body will like it too, and I can convince myself to do it more often :)
Day by day, that is my new motto! So today, check! Tomorrow, swimming is in the plans but we will see how that goes. I'm assuming it will work out since I work in the day today and I will be able to get plenty of sleep.
Weighing in at: 153
Monday, September 6, 2010
Second day a success but third and fourth kinda a dud...
So for day two I made it to a step class at the gym which was AWESOME! I was a little nervous about it since I haven't been in so long, but it went way better than I anticipated! I was also a little sore from the my workout on Friday, but it turned out okay. I am planning to go again to step on Tuesday (tomorrow), and I can't wait!
Yesterday was sunday, and I was planning on going to palates at the gym, and relied on Billy's alarm clock since he was supposed to be getting up to go play golf.... well he didn't end up going, and I slept in. I decided that Sunday was going to be my rest day, and not to worry too much about not making it out to a workout.
Today.... my alarm went off and I turned it off and went back to sleep. I know I know, I'm not supposed to be doing that, but I couldn't help it! I was at work so late last night and had a hard time falling asleep. It's 11:22 a.m. right now, so I still have time! I am thinking I will take it kinda easy today since my legs are still really sore from day one and day two... Maybe a light jog on the treadmill or a little time on the elliptical, maybe a short swim... nothing too serious... as long as it stays in my 30 min. standard :)
Yesterday was sunday, and I was planning on going to palates at the gym, and relied on Billy's alarm clock since he was supposed to be getting up to go play golf.... well he didn't end up going, and I slept in. I decided that Sunday was going to be my rest day, and not to worry too much about not making it out to a workout.
Today.... my alarm went off and I turned it off and went back to sleep. I know I know, I'm not supposed to be doing that, but I couldn't help it! I was at work so late last night and had a hard time falling asleep. It's 11:22 a.m. right now, so I still have time! I am thinking I will take it kinda easy today since my legs are still really sore from day one and day two... Maybe a light jog on the treadmill or a little time on the elliptical, maybe a short swim... nothing too serious... as long as it stays in my 30 min. standard :)
Friday, September 3, 2010
First day a success!
This morning was a success! I set my alarm for 7am, and actually woke up. I'm not going to lie when I turned off my alarm I did roll over in bed and think about not getting up... But I had to pee, so when I got up to go to the bathroom I forced myself to not crawl back into bed after. I checked the gym class schedule to see what class I could possibly take at 8:30....yoga... YES!!!! I was so happy that I was able to do yoga today for my first day getting back into the groove! I actually went early and got a little extra in also. I spent about 30mins. on the treadmill changing my speed and elevation every two mins. I also did three sets of 25 in the leg squeeze and push machines, then it was on to yoga. There was one move I was unable to do because it hurt my elbow... but other than that it felt great! I am so happy that I got myself out of bed!
So my workout was successful, and on top of that I feel very accomplished today. After my workout I got the required smog check for my car (it passed, YAY)! I am planning on fixing 3 pairs of shorts for Billy as well as washing my extremely dirty car and hopefully still having time to relax a little before I need to leave for work tonight at 5:30 pm.
I'm excited about my 7day challenge, and am already planning my next couple of days.
So my workout was successful, and on top of that I feel very accomplished today. After my workout I got the required smog check for my car (it passed, YAY)! I am planning on fixing 3 pairs of shorts for Billy as well as washing my extremely dirty car and hopefully still having time to relax a little before I need to leave for work tonight at 5:30 pm.
I'm excited about my 7day challenge, and am already planning my next couple of days.
My Challenge
I do not consider myself to be a writer, but I thought that keeping a blog might help keep me accountable for the challenge that I want to give myself. I have always been an athlete, but ever since my collegiate career ended I have been nothing but lazy with my workout and eating habits. Luckily I have not gained too much weight since then, but I have noticed a negative change in my body. I have tried many times to get back on track with working out, but nothing seems to work and it's always the same story... I'm not in shape like I used to be, so working out makes me feel worse since I can't keep up like I used to. The weights feel heavier, I get out of breath often, and even find myself stopping to take a break while participating in beginner level aerobics classes. I have finally had enough of my lazy mind and body, and am going to make a lifestyle change. This will be a challenge for me since every time I have tried to make a change I have failed. My plan of attack is to set goals for myself, and to accomplish those goals before I move onto the next goal with the ultimate goal in mind of getting back into the competition aspect of athletics, and being proud of my body. Weather it be swimming, signing up to run 5k's, a triathlon, a rough water swim. As long as I am competing and continuing to work out on a daily basis as well as loving my body I know I will be a happier person because of it.
My first short term goal:
work out for at least 30 mins. per day for 7 days in a row first thing in the morning.
-I want to get into the habit of waking up to a workout. I am not the kind of person who enjoys waking up to an alarm clock, and morning practice was always my biggest enemy while being on a swim team... but I was always enjoyed having a full day instead of just half of one, and I am positive that my attitude was more positive after a nice morning workout.
Wish me luck!
My first short term goal:
work out for at least 30 mins. per day for 7 days in a row first thing in the morning.
-I want to get into the habit of waking up to a workout. I am not the kind of person who enjoys waking up to an alarm clock, and morning practice was always my biggest enemy while being on a swim team... but I was always enjoyed having a full day instead of just half of one, and I am positive that my attitude was more positive after a nice morning workout.
Wish me luck!
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