October 9, 2009
Things are at a standstill. Until I can get a treadmill, the cardio is going to suffer. Really what I need is a workout plan. Because riding the stationary bike and ab workouts just aren’t cutting it.
Plus, this age thing is really holding me down. I noticed a co-worker who’s face looked nearly gaunt. Her cheekbones seemed extremely more pronounced than usual. So I mentioned it. She told me she had lost weight and was trying to figure out how. What?! You’re trying to figure out HOW you lost weight? She said she hadn’t been going out to eat or drink very much and that probably had something to do with it. She lost 6 pounds in the last month by cutting out dining out. Oh, to be 26 again. I remember when it was that easy.
I need a plan. And I need it now.
September 24, 2009
This morning, I actually put on my night/pre-dawn running reflector vest, walked outside, down the driveway, then promptly turned back around and walked into my house heading straight for the stationary bike.
What is one supposed to do without a treadmill, and no time to run after work?
September 16, 2009
My motivation has dipped for running. It’s dark out at 5:50 a.m. when I can go. I just ordered some reflective gear to wear. People can see me, but I still can’t see anything. I think joining our office gym might be in line, but I prefer to get workouts done in the morning. It’s time for another 5K.
September 11, 2009
Back on track. The scale is going down again. Running in the wee hours of the morning is not ideal though. I’m afraid to turn up my ipod, which means I can hear my feet hitting the pavement. This seems to make me more tired. Rather than increasing my mileage I went down this week. I think I’ll be investing in a treadmill. And, exciting news, I’m starting a tennis class next week with a friend. Should be entertaining if anything. I sense another change in my workout routine but have yet to commit. We’ll see.
September 8, 2009
Last week, I managed to get down to 137.8 by cutting out wine and working out again. Then the holiday weekend got in the way. Althought this morning the scale showed 136.6 so I didn’t do too much damage. However, school has started which means my workouts must now happen an hour earlier every morning so I can get the kids ready and out the door. At 5:30 a.m., it’s dark. I am not so motivated to go running by myself in the dark. Today, I got on the bike but that doesn’t do so much. I might have to buck up and go for a run. With mace.
August 30, 2009
So I figured out the key to getting lots of hits on your blog…include half naked pictures of Ryan Kwanten. I had 877 hits in one day.
Also, the vacation wreaked havoc on my progress. This morning 140.4 lbs. Holy shit. Could I have really gained 7 whole pounds on vacation? I just don’t think it’s possible. Other than the fact that I can still run 3 miles (which I did once on vacation), I am back to square one with the weight loss. However, this is also a PMS week so I think the scale may be a bit on the heavy side anyway.
The only bright side is that there are no more vacations which means no reason for me to be in a bathing suit until next summer. When I’m svelte.
August 21, 2009
Our last vacation of the summer. A week at the beach with our friends. You know what that means? Drinking, and shit food. I’m so not excited. I’m down 6 pounds and can’t spare to gain anything. I’ve worked to fucking hard. We are bringing salad stuff and actual healthy food, plus my running shoes. I’ll be okay with a pound or two gain, but beyond that will be discouraging. I’m fitting back into clothes I haven’t worn in a while again. This is good. It’s good!
August 18, 2009
I got up and ran 3 miles this morning. The 5k was not my imagination, but that time to finish certainly was. Not that the time matters so much. I was just happy I could really run 3 miles again. But back at my usual pace of 10 minutes and some change. Now training for the Broad Street Run. Oy.
Only a few more days until I’m in a bathing suit again. Thankfully, for the last time until next summer. And by then, I expect to be svelte and bikini-clad.
August 14, 2009
Thanks everyone for cheering me on. I had to summon Motivation to get me through the last mile, but I finished the race in about 30:18, less time than I was aiming for! My usual run is over a 10 minute mile. This one averaged 9:55! And I felt it. The route was tough. Three laps, mapped out around the neighborhood, with lots of inclines and declines (thank god!). My muscles were so tight when I finished. And today my shoulders are sore from all that pumping to get me up the hills.
There’s another 5k in September which I think I’ll be signing up for. My friend, Maureen, has talked me into doing the Broad Street Run, which I believe is 10 miles, in April. I think I can manage that in 7 months. I don’t know if I can handle the boredom of running for over 30 minutes though. We’ll see on that one.
Anyway, goals are good. Accomplishing them is even better! Now, if only I can reach that weight loss goal. Only down to 134 this morning. Gawd! This is slow going.
August 13, 2009
In less than 2 1/2 hours I will be running in the 5k that I’ve been “training” for for the last 6 or so weeks. Of course, with thunderstorms threatening, who knows if it will happen. I’m betting on yes. Motivation and Progress will be on the sidelines cheering me on. They’ve gotten me this far, but I don’t think I’ll need them in my head tonight. My husband is running, but most likely on his own. And my friend Maureen finally signed up so we’ll run together. I’m excited! All I care about is finishing. Finishing in 31 minutes would be nice too. Will let you know.
