I didn't have a chance to blog last night because Patrick was playing online poker last night after my workout. Plus, I was slightly.. okay, extremely frustrated.
Marley keeps getting under foot and I'm so afraid of stepping on. Then Isabel decided that she wanted to be right next to me. I'm so worried I'm going to end up kicking her or punching her accidentally. It's just really frustrating that they want to be right there during that 30 minute period only. Before and after that they could care less.
I shouldn't complain... I love them both so much, but at the same time this is supposed to be my time. I really don't think it's asking too much. Oh well. I'm over it. It's a new day and I'm really excited to take my measurements and a new picture for tonight's recap.
I'm also planning on watching level 3 after I complete level 2 in order to know what to look forward to for tomorrow.
My knee is still giving me a little bit of grief during the workout. I'm still following the modified versions and icing after. I think I may need to dig out the knee brace for a little more support.
Tuesday, August 28, 2012
Monday, August 27, 2012
Dress for Success 8/27/12
Another outfit inspired by Polyvore...
Blouse- Marshalls
Skirt- New York & Co
Shoes- Target
Sunday, August 26, 2012
30 Day Shred Challenge- Day 18
I have a problem.
I am beginning to feel some pain in my right knee.
I have a half marathon to run next Sunday.
I don't want to push myself and risk injuring it even more and yet I'm on day 18 and I don't want to quit when I'm this close to finally reaching a goal.
So I'm compromising. I'm going to be following the modified versions of all exercises until after the half marathon. I feel comfortable doing this because I'm still doing the workout (and it's still a pretty intense workout) but I feel like it will be easier on my knee. Ideal? No. Manageable? Yes.
I am not going to let this get into my head as a fail. I am going to consider this a success whether I'm following the advanced exercises or the modified exercises. 30 days straight. I never once said I had to go so hard that I injure myself. I have to be smart about this. I am first and foremost a runner.
If I push myself too hard then I am risking being out of the challenge and out of running because I didn't listen to my body. That is the worst mistake I can make.
I think at this point I'm trying to convince myself more than anyone else that it still counts... It may not be as many calories burned, but that's okay. Right?
Why am I my own worst critic?
I am beginning to feel some pain in my right knee.
I have a half marathon to run next Sunday.
I don't want to push myself and risk injuring it even more and yet I'm on day 18 and I don't want to quit when I'm this close to finally reaching a goal.
So I'm compromising. I'm going to be following the modified versions of all exercises until after the half marathon. I feel comfortable doing this because I'm still doing the workout (and it's still a pretty intense workout) but I feel like it will be easier on my knee. Ideal? No. Manageable? Yes.
I am not going to let this get into my head as a fail. I am going to consider this a success whether I'm following the advanced exercises or the modified exercises. 30 days straight. I never once said I had to go so hard that I injure myself. I have to be smart about this. I am first and foremost a runner.
If I push myself too hard then I am risking being out of the challenge and out of running because I didn't listen to my body. That is the worst mistake I can make.
I think at this point I'm trying to convince myself more than anyone else that it still counts... It may not be as many calories burned, but that's okay. Right?
Why am I my own worst critic?
Meeting Jeff Galloway
I will never be the type of person who can run 26.2 miles straight. I just don't have the body that can do something like that. I will always be amazed by people who can run that distance, hell any distance straight through. I can't even go half a mile without thinking I'm going to die.
And yet I have completed 26.2 miles. Twenty-six point freaking two. It's not something that I thought I would ever do because I never thought about doing it. When Rachel mentioned running a marathon and I decided to join her I didn't really have a plan on how we were going to do this. She wanted to join a running group, I did not. I was afraid that my running style would be something people would make fun of. I thought I'd slow people down. I thought too much.
Rachel quickly found a group and went to a meeting. She asked me to join her for one meeting, just one. If I hated it I didn't have to come back. She got her way. I loved the group and loved the people and loved the method.
The Galloway Method. It's fairly simple. It focuses on intervals. You run for a certain amount of time and then walk for a certain amount of time. You repeat these intervals for your planned distance. Rachel and I currently run 45 seconds and walk 1 minute. There is a formula to these intervals and a way to help you reach your goals.
To me, Jeff Galloway is amazing. His method has helped me to not only become a runner, but it has helped me fall in love with running. Before joining this group I never considered myself a runner, even on the rare occasions that I got out and did it (usually with my iPod on because it was the only way I could make it through a run). I would run a song, walk a song and repeat. I hated every moment of it. I would have a set course and end up taking a different course in order to go home early.
Now I only listen to music on runs with distances longer than 13.1 miles. Now I tend to see someone running down the street and I look with envy, wishing I too could be out running. Now I have more drawers in my dresser dedicated to running attire than I do every day clothes.
It's an addiction... There is no cure. And yet it's also my therapy. Hell, it's cheaper than therapy.
Today we had the opportunity to meet Jeff Galloway at the running store we meet at for our long runs. He also held a class in the morning, however due to some financial difficulties I chose to not partake in this. The meet and greet was free and I couldn't pass up meeting the man that taught me to love something I despised so much only a year ago.
I had so much I wanted to say to him. I wanted to let him know that he has changed my life this past year. I mean, in the past year alone I have completed 1 marathon, 4 half marathons, a few 5K and 10Ks thrown in there, a mud run and many hours of training runs. I've also PR'd my 5K time, my 10K time, my half marathon time and I've made multiple goals for the future (including attempting to PR my marathon time and complete The Goofy Challenge in 2014).
When it was my turn to meet him I froze. I think the only things that came out of my mouth was my name (so he could sign my book) and a thank you after we took the picture. Still the highlight of my day...
And yet I have completed 26.2 miles. Twenty-six point freaking two. It's not something that I thought I would ever do because I never thought about doing it. When Rachel mentioned running a marathon and I decided to join her I didn't really have a plan on how we were going to do this. She wanted to join a running group, I did not. I was afraid that my running style would be something people would make fun of. I thought I'd slow people down. I thought too much.
Rachel quickly found a group and went to a meeting. She asked me to join her for one meeting, just one. If I hated it I didn't have to come back. She got her way. I loved the group and loved the people and loved the method.
The Galloway Method. It's fairly simple. It focuses on intervals. You run for a certain amount of time and then walk for a certain amount of time. You repeat these intervals for your planned distance. Rachel and I currently run 45 seconds and walk 1 minute. There is a formula to these intervals and a way to help you reach your goals.
To me, Jeff Galloway is amazing. His method has helped me to not only become a runner, but it has helped me fall in love with running. Before joining this group I never considered myself a runner, even on the rare occasions that I got out and did it (usually with my iPod on because it was the only way I could make it through a run). I would run a song, walk a song and repeat. I hated every moment of it. I would have a set course and end up taking a different course in order to go home early.
Now I only listen to music on runs with distances longer than 13.1 miles. Now I tend to see someone running down the street and I look with envy, wishing I too could be out running. Now I have more drawers in my dresser dedicated to running attire than I do every day clothes.
It's an addiction... There is no cure. And yet it's also my therapy. Hell, it's cheaper than therapy.
Today we had the opportunity to meet Jeff Galloway at the running store we meet at for our long runs. He also held a class in the morning, however due to some financial difficulties I chose to not partake in this. The meet and greet was free and I couldn't pass up meeting the man that taught me to love something I despised so much only a year ago.
I had so much I wanted to say to him. I wanted to let him know that he has changed my life this past year. I mean, in the past year alone I have completed 1 marathon, 4 half marathons, a few 5K and 10Ks thrown in there, a mud run and many hours of training runs. I've also PR'd my 5K time, my 10K time, my half marathon time and I've made multiple goals for the future (including attempting to PR my marathon time and complete The Goofy Challenge in 2014).
When it was my turn to meet him I froze. I think the only things that came out of my mouth was my name (so he could sign my book) and a thank you after we took the picture. Still the highlight of my day...
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| My training shirt I received when joining the group. |
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| Jeff Galloway and me. |
Saturday, August 25, 2012
30 Day Shred Challenge- Day 17
Proof that I really worked out even after having my hair and makeup done.
Before the workout After the workout.
Tonight's workout was difficult. It was a long day today with running, my appointments and the bridal shower (which included champagne). But I did it. I'm this far into it. I cannot imagine starting over now.
It's been getting difficult to get through the workout. I think I'm at the point where I'm over doing the same workouts everyday. I'm ready to start level three. Only three more days of level two!
My Own Polyvore Outfit
I finally did it! I finally put together an outfit based on an outfit I made on Polyvore.com. Took me long enough... I also have another one planned for Monday. Look at me, making goals and getting stuff done!
Top- Old Navy
Skirt- New York & Co
Shoes- Target
Necklace (although not visible)- Cafe Aroma
Bridal Shower
I just got back from my bridal shower and I want to first and foremost say a BIG "Thank You" to my mom and sister. They put the shower together and I had so much fun! It ended up being a beautiful day weather wise and everything just came together so well.
We were able to eat a little, play a few games and open presents. It was casual, just the way I like it. I didn't feel like the center of attention (except when I had to read the advice cards) and it kept it stress free for me. I was able to enjoy myself the entire time.
We were able to eat a little, play a few games and open presents. It was casual, just the way I like it. I didn't feel like the center of attention (except when I had to read the advice cards) and it kept it stress free for me. I was able to enjoy myself the entire time.
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| Before |
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| After hair trial |
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| After hair and make-up trial |
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| Part of my new family. Aunt Dee, Cassy, Me, Amber, Lorie and Kara. |
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| Recipes. I think they're trying to tell me something... |
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| Advice for the bride. I had to read these out loud. Some got pretty nasty... |
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| Candy bar. |
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| Me, as a child. |
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| Patrick, as a child. |
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