Now that we’ve got that out of the way… I am happy to report that I finished my May 5K in 38:14 and received Runner Up in my age division 25-29 Female. J The course was a bit of a cluster… We had gorgeous weather, and clearly ramping up my training had its benefit. Although, it is unknown exactly how far we ran, the people organizing the race route failed to have adequate signage so it’s speculated we ran anywhere from 2.9 – 3.1 miles… nevertheless I was there, and although I found myself rather frustrated, I was reminded that we were giving back to those who really need it. It’s not ALWAYS about me after all…
The pressure is ONNNN since I’ve posted this “record breaking” time, now I’ve got to live up to the hype come June 30th at the PEACE.LOVE.RUN 5K! I am so excited for this race because everything is tie dye… total hippie, andddd we get to do a Bikram Yoga session afterward. Oh yea, we are supporting Back on my Feet which is a great organization! WIN. You can still sign up at PeaceLoveRun5K.com Come join us!
So, I got to thinking, (dangerous, I know) about how I can improve my time, strength and endurance this month. Shedding extra weight is obviously a big one… which BY THE WAY… I lost 1.8LBS this week, down 6 total with WW. GO ME! I know consistency is key, and although I have wonderful intentions to either go to the gym or run every day, it simply doesn’t happen. You know what CAN happen… a quick 30 min walk every morning when I wake up. Although it’s not this hard core, sweat drenching workout… it gets my blood pumping and my energy level has been on the rise! A BODY IN MOTION… STAYS IN MOTION. I have WANTED to work out in the evenings even. WATCH out. Pretty hilarious that my thoughts have switched from what fast food I was eating at night to planning meals and work outs. I’m even researching different work outs for runners and trying to keep my weight watcher’s program in mind.
I wonder if some of you in my situation find themselves a little frustrated… it seems when it comes to all this that everyone wants to tell you how to do it and that their way is the best way. I do appreciate it because it allows me to form my own opinion and make an educated decision. FOR example this whole protein hub bub… supplement, natural, bars, shakes… seriously?! Now that I UNDERSTAND the science behind protein and why it’s important… I decided to try some whey protein from My Fit Foods… A. it’s clean, B. 105 Calories, 1 Gram of Carbs, Zero Fat & Sugar. C. PACKS in 25 grams of protein. I think I found a winner… if any of you know better, by all means… let me know! I read an interesting article on getting natural proteins from vegetables, a lot of names I can’t pronounce. Looks like I’ll be making a trip to the fancy grocery store and see if those aren’t a better option than the powder! As for the rest of it… I’m a real person. Weight Watchers is working, my fitness routine is working. I am eating a balanced diet… so I don’t need a fad or specific menu… this is life. I’m going to eat bad occasionally, drink too much, and grab a second cookie… I have realized that I am NOT perfect. And occasionally that’s okay.
On top of all of this I lost my mind and bought an unlimited month at Bikram Yoga in Grapevine. I’ve been to three classes so far, and although there are moments where my brain is literally like WTF… I somehow manage to get through 90mins at the sweltering 105 degrees and feel AMAZING afterward. I’m excited to see what’s in store at the end of the month!
Lastly, WHEW, I’m long winded this go round! I ALSO see a lot of my fellow face bookers and friends saying they wish they had my determination, my motivation etc… guess what people… YOU DO!!! I actually post all of this in hopes it can be an inspiration to get those that want too MOVING!
PPS… There is a three mile fun run at the Rahr Brewery at 8:15 this Saturday, June 1st. $10 bucks covers the run, food, tour and tasting! Let me know if you want to come join!
“You will succeed if you persevere, and you will find a joy in overcoming obstacles. Remember, No effort that we make to attain something beautiful is ever lost. What I am looking for is not out there, it is in me.” – Helen Keller
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