Good Morning

We went out to dinner last night, too! In a 1949 Plymouth! We went to the Drive In in TF and had hamburgers and fries! I could just see the calories entering my body. But I haven't had a mushroom swiss burger in more than 2 years so I said to myself, "what the hell!" and ordered it. Had some fries, too! So I'll pay for it I suppose but it was good and a fun time.

Another perfect morning here. Gorgeous. I only ran 2 miles this morning but did it in 19.26! Still wonder if that watch is right. Can't believe it actually. Wasn't trying to break any records and wasn't even thinking about it. But that's what it said.

Have a busy day here. Gardening, mowing, and still some sermon work to do for tomorrow. Hope you have a good day.

Runnin

I had a really good run this morning. But, man, has it been cloudy! Which is to be expected, but they seem heavier. I know it isn't going to rain, but part of me still wonders every morning.

I also got back on track and ran hills today. I'm glad - it really felt good.

I went out to dinner tonight and about ate myself into a coma! I actually didn't eat that much but I just can't cram as much into myself anymore! I made pretty good food choices, too. Healthy (relatively speaking!) but still delicious!

Good Morning

Another gorgeous morning here. It was 58 when I left the house this morning, sunny, no wind. Just perfect. Couldn't be better. Ran (and walked) the 3 miles in 31.20 today. I feel pretty sure I could break 30 mins if I could just keep running. Gonna try it one of these days and see what happens. Might surprise myself. A lot of this is mental you know anyway! Have a good day.

Slacker!!

Well, not really. But I feel like one sometimes!

I had a really good run this morning. I was a little late this AM so I skipped doing squats! Haha!

I also did NOT run hills today! I had an errand to run. But I missed it. A lot. That has really become a welcome part of my day!

I ate healthy all day, too.

Funny - my weight has been really steady. But I feel like my size is getting smaller!

My brain is getting BIGGER though! I took my first quiz tonight and got 100% correct!

Good Morning

The treadmill got fixed yesterday so I ran inside this morning just to check it out and make sure it's working right. And it seems to be. Did a full 3 miles at 5 mph so it took 36 minutes. Therefore, I conclude that I must be running faster than 5 mph when I'm outside. Doesn't feel like I am but have to be if I'm doing the 3 miles in 32 mins or so and walking 2/10's of it. Hmmm.

In response to an earlier question somewhere: no, I don't eat anything before I run. I have one cup of coffee to wake up though!

Glad you are balancing homework and exercise! You have a lot on your plate now so it would be easy to skip the exercise.

Have a good day.

Busy!

Hoo boy! Did I have a busy day today! But I made time for the stuff that is important to me - exercising!

I had a really good run this morning and then did pushups and lunges. Then I ran hills at lunch.

I didn't get home until, oh, 8:30. And then I did homework until now! I am a little behind in one class because I just got my text book in the mail today. And a little behind as based on my own schedule. What I completed tonight is actually due Friday. I just want to have good habits at the onset and not wait until the last minute.

So, that's my day! Now I'm going to bed so I can get up and do it again!

Yep, forgot again!

I forgot but I had a good run yesterday. 31:31 - cute!

I also ran hills at lunch.

I had a good eating day. Even though I ate dinner out. First, I just think of all the calories I save now that I don't drink. Amazing. And I had delicious dinner, but healthy. Clams. Steamed, not simmered in a wine sauce. I will admit, I almost had a snacking breakdown when I got home, but I decided not to give in.

My goal right now is to keep up my exercise even with my school. I have a lot of things that can "give" to make time - like mucking around on the internet!! - but not running. That is too important to my mental and physical health.

I forgot!

I forgot to post last night! I had a busy night and I am so worn out! Sounds like I need a vacation!!

I had a pretty slow run yesterday in the am. Not sure why. Then I did hills at lunch.

So, I did it. Just not really energetic about it! And I am so tired this morning. I really had to consider sleeping in vs. getting up.

I got up!

Good Morning

Good morning. Got outside this morning for my run even though it was only 44 when I left the house. No rain though and no wind so it was fine. Did the 3 miles but still walking .2 in the middle. Guess that's the best I can do. Get to 2 miles and just hit the wall. Time was 31.33 so that's still pretty good I think. Have a good day.

Good Morning

Not good as far as the running goes but very, very good as far as the raining goes! Yes, it's raining! So, no I didn't run. Treadmill is still broken, too, which is bad news. They're supposed to be coming on Wednesday I think. I hope to get back out there tomorrow and get back in gear. But I am thrilled to be getting this rain. Have a good day.

30:22

I am so tired I could go to bed right now! Crazy.

I got up even before my alarm went off this morning, which I love. And, even better, I came out to start my coffee (yep, even beat the coffee timer!) and there was a humming bird sitting on my feeder! First time for that to happen. I got the feeder a couple of weeks ago. It is just a little suction guy on my kitchen window. I know it has been visited....I just haven't witnessed it yet!

So, I ran this AM. Of course. Good run and a good time. Then I ran at lunch today. Hills. That went really well. I feel like I'm getting a lot stronger at hills. That didn't make me run MORE, mind you!

I wore some different jeans today and I just though all day how great it was to be able to wear different things but also to feel good about myself. I'm really taking care of myself and doing healthy things for me. Feels good!

30:41

One second longer this morning! It was a good run though. I am ready for June Gloom to be over already!

No running at lunch. It was my coworker's last day, so we had a good bye lunch for her.

I'm tired and over it tonight. But I'll be back at it tomorrow I'm sure!

30:40

I had a great run this morning! Why? I'm glad you asked!

First, I ran with ABBA. That just can't be beat. Second, I had about a block left to go and I looked at my timer, which I don't usually do. I have a couple of points where I always look at my watch to gauge my pace but I really try not to be obsessive about it. Anyway, I realized that I was in grave danger of my run bleeding into the 31 minute realm. So I really really kicked it into high gear and finished at 30:40! So there Zen masters! Being a slave to the clock works for me!

Also ran hills at lunch.

Boy, I was tired this morning. I went to bed at 9:30 last night, too! When my alarm went off I just had NO interest in getting up. I did though!

Time....what????

Well, I was surprised when I went to start my watch and I wasn't wearing the darn thing! I was pretty torn...I almost went back to get it!

I didn't though - I was 1.5 blocks from my house! It was a good run although I felt like it was slow. But I really would not know!! I did get back to the house at the "right" time.

Still taking it easy on my pushups, although I think my back issue is due to the fact that I've apparently been sleeping on my stomach! I did lunges too.

Also ran hills at lunch. It is just so good to get out of the office drama for a bit!

That is it. The usual in other words. I really need some new music. Or a running partner.....

Catching up!

I ran yesterday but neglected to post!

I went over to Coronado actually and ran on the beach. It was really nice. Not a lot of people. It was somewhere between drizzle and rain so I understand why people were not beaching it!

I just plotted it on walkjogrun.net and it turns out to be a longer route then I thought. It actually is three miles. I thought it was two.

No matter how long it is, I feel like I've been hit by a cement truck!!

Oh, editing to add: I made my goal!!! I'm actually .5 pounds below my goal. Yay me!

Runnin and such

Well, I'm darn close to my 5/31/09 goal weight. .5 pound away in fact! Will I make it???? Or will I eat pudding all weekend???

Tune in to see!

I had a great run this morning and did hills at lunch. I practically got rained on both times! We are doing the June Gloom here and it sure is misty out!

In fact, this morning I started out and then came back to check the weather! I was pretty sure it was just mist but wanted to make sure before I subjected my iPod to the elements.

I got that book from the library, Potatoes not Prozac. I suppose it will tell me to lay off the sugar and refined flour. Why is it the stuff that is bad for us tastes so good????

Good Morning

Up and at it. Did the 2 miles again and a beautiful morning out there. 53 when I left the house. Sunny and very little wind. Perfect morning. The wind is picking up now though so glad I beat it. I'm heading out for Eau Claire in a bit here and won't be online tonight or tomorrow morning. Have a good day.

Lazy and Strong

Well, I had a good day and a bad day all rolled into one.

One think - eating was healthy all day! Also, I had roasted brusselS sprouts for dinner and the were delicious. And, I just learned that they are apparently officially named brusselS sprouts! I don't know if I'll be able to sleep tonight!

I woke up with a serious noggin ache this morning and I actually had it all day. And night I guess. That is weird/unusual for me. Anyway, I knew I was not feeling all Speedy Gonzales but I decided to anyway. I told myself that three miles isn't really that far...and I was already up anyway, so just do it!

So I did! But, man, was I slow. About a minute longer then usual, which was kind of a bummer. But I decided to do four miles then, just slow. So that's what I did. No muscle work today. No hills. But that's OK.

Have a fun weekend! Soon we can recreate your Olympic running together!

Good Morning

A beautiful morning! About 50 when I left the house. NO wind!!! Perfect. Ran my 2 miles in 19:15. Record time for me. I will start to lengthen my distance on Monday. If I can add a quarter mile a week I will be at 3 miles by race day. Weight is holding steady at 6 lbs below my goal weight so feeling pretty good about that. Have a good day. A word of advice: avoid skunks!

I'm tired!

I am worn out tonight! Hopefully I can get some decent sleep!

I had a really good run this morning - about average time for me. Also did hills at lunch.

I'm going back to basics with my pushups. I was trying to do three sets of ten every other day. My third set I couldn't usually do ten and my form was starting to fall apart on the third set! THEN! My back started hurting. Across my back, right below my shoulder blades. And I am sure it is just poor form pushups. So I'm working on quality, not quantity.

Anyway, this is my long winded way of saying I did three sets of five. No backache thus far!

Also a healthy eating day. I have been eating a lot of beets. I just love them. Do you like mustard greens? I do. So spicy/peppery/hot! YUM!