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Skipped the run on Friday, with much guilt, and later was SO thankful!! Rode the Loon Lake loop trail in north central Idaho on Saturday with friends. I have ridden the trail, I believe, 4 times now.. the first time in 1988! It was as tough as I remember. And, if being out of shape didn't make it hard enough, I had mechanical difficulties causing my chain to suck up & get caught about 30 times on the way out. On the way back I just kept it in my middle ring, which... again due to the out-of-shape factor... didn't help. Thanks to my kind friend Tami for waiting up for me, encouraging me, nagging me to drink water :) and for also keeping it in the middle ring to feel a bit o'my pain. You rock girlfriend!
I was tired & beat when we got back but we all headed over the hot springs pool for an evening swim. Nothing quite like boiling hot springs to sooth tired muscles.
http://www.imba.com/epics/loon-lake-trail-epics
Camped that night in McCall & took our girls (3 & 5) for a bike ride on Sunday. It was our 3 year old's first time out on her new "two-wheeler". I was SO proud!! Can't wait until they're both ready to hit the trails.
Monday, August 30, 2010
Thursday, August 26, 2010
August 26, 2010
Too bad we can't count "running" errands as actual exercise! I hit the trail, dog and kiddos en tow at 7:00 a.m. and haven't slowed down all day. Off again to pick up kids & dog and start the evening routines.
Am actually a little happy I get to run tomorrow instead of today since it's supposed to be the hottest day of the year (105?) UGHH! I hate the heat. Bring on the fall weather, I'm ready. Thanks to my pals who have chimed in & sent encouraging words my way as I begin this daunting project. Right back at you girls! You are ALL great inspirations!
Cheers! (That reminds me... so this year doesn't get to be too difficult... I am NOT giving up wine... even if it does have a lot of calories... a girl's gotta LIVE!)
Am actually a little happy I get to run tomorrow instead of today since it's supposed to be the hottest day of the year (105?) UGHH! I hate the heat. Bring on the fall weather, I'm ready. Thanks to my pals who have chimed in & sent encouraging words my way as I begin this daunting project. Right back at you girls! You are ALL great inspirations!
Cheers! (That reminds me... so this year doesn't get to be too difficult... I am NOT giving up wine... even if it does have a lot of calories... a girl's gotta LIVE!)
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
August 25, 2010
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WHEW! Today was definitely one of those days where 3 miles was challenging enough! I was tired when I woke up, but thought a jog in the cool morning air would perk me up. Once I got out there I realized I was just going to have to power through. My legs hurt & felt all wobbly the entire way. But, alas, I made it 31.30 this morning and felt fantastic when I was done.
5 down... 175 to go. (UGH)
WHEW! Today was definitely one of those days where 3 miles was challenging enough! I was tired when I woke up, but thought a jog in the cool morning air would perk me up. Once I got out there I realized I was just going to have to power through. My legs hurt & felt all wobbly the entire way. But, alas, I made it 31.30 this morning and felt fantastic when I was done.
5 down... 175 to go. (UGH)
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
August 24, 2010
No running today.
I heard from a dear friend today who, like me, set some goals for herself. Like myself, and so many of my girlfriends, she leads an extremely busy life with children, work, a husband who travels a lot, a home to take care of, and all of the day to day details of life. Kudos to her for making "me time" to be healthy, and happy for herself. And thank you to her for sharing that inspiration!
Life can sometimes be overwhelming. I have struggled with having guilt for taking time for myself. Not any more. We must take the time, savor the time, and understand that our physical and mental strength can and will make us happier.
I heard from a dear friend today who, like me, set some goals for herself. Like myself, and so many of my girlfriends, she leads an extremely busy life with children, work, a husband who travels a lot, a home to take care of, and all of the day to day details of life. Kudos to her for making "me time" to be healthy, and happy for herself. And thank you to her for sharing that inspiration!
Life can sometimes be overwhelming. I have struggled with having guilt for taking time for myself. Not any more. We must take the time, savor the time, and understand that our physical and mental strength can and will make us happier.
Monday, August 23, 2010
August 23, 2010
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Got my sluggish bummy out of bed at 6:30 this morning & took my fuzzy pal Ollie for a run. We loopy looped all around the neighborhoods for about 29 min. I felt great, the weather was cool & I think I even ran a bit faster than I have been lately.
Now on to the torture of the day… getting the kiddos used to the “back to school” schedule, i.e. up early & at ‘em!!! Where’s my trumpet?
Got my sluggish bummy out of bed at 6:30 this morning & took my fuzzy pal Ollie for a run. We loopy looped all around the neighborhoods for about 29 min. I felt great, the weather was cool & I think I even ran a bit faster than I have been lately.
Now on to the torture of the day… getting the kiddos used to the “back to school” schedule, i.e. up early & at ‘em!!! Where’s my trumpet?
August 22, 2010
While running around town having fun with my friends & chatting about things yesterday, I have decided to challenge myself. I will begin journaling my runs. Not only am I going to keep track of them with comments of the day, but I am setting a fairly lofty goal for myself. 3/180/365… from here on out those numbers will be key!!! I figured that I will just forget about trying to “build up my miles” or do “speed work” or shoot for “training for a marathon”. Instead, I am going for something grounded and realistic. Just getting out there will be an amazing feat at this point. Eating healthy and getting a moderate amount of exercise 3 times a week can and will contribute greatly to living a healthy lifestyle. For me, 3 miles is challenging enough, and yet doesn’t pain my body or take too much time out of my day. No long runs for me. I’m going to keep it simple.
I am only 5’ 3” and currently weigh 157 lb. I refuse to spend this lifetime being a “fat American”!!! I am 41 now and it is time to take back control of my body.
According to a standard BMI chart I should weigh around 125 lb to hit the mid-range of “normal”. So part of my goal will be to drop 30 lbs, as well as getting in shape.
Now for the numbers: 3/180/365
3 miles a day 180 days in one year (365 days)
So starting back to last Monday when I began regular activity… I must run 3 miles, or I can count a mountain bike ride instead, for at least 180 days of the next year.
Make sense? So here I go, off on my new journey to get back to that “G” I once was, that fun G that always felt good and could go & do anything because I was strong. A year can be a very long time, and it can fly by at the blink of an eye. I hope for the latter, but will surely have times I wish it would slow down to give me time to squeeze all my runs in.
Wish me luck. I will need it!
Found out an interesting fact today that I did not know. On this date, August 22, 1882 my grandfather was born. Cheers to you on this, your 128th birthday, Grampa Gus.
I am only 5’ 3” and currently weigh 157 lb. I refuse to spend this lifetime being a “fat American”!!! I am 41 now and it is time to take back control of my body.
According to a standard BMI chart I should weigh around 125 lb to hit the mid-range of “normal”. So part of my goal will be to drop 30 lbs, as well as getting in shape.
Now for the numbers: 3/180/365
3 miles a day 180 days in one year (365 days)
So starting back to last Monday when I began regular activity… I must run 3 miles, or I can count a mountain bike ride instead, for at least 180 days of the next year.
Make sense? So here I go, off on my new journey to get back to that “G” I once was, that fun G that always felt good and could go & do anything because I was strong. A year can be a very long time, and it can fly by at the blink of an eye. I hope for the latter, but will surely have times I wish it would slow down to give me time to squeeze all my runs in.
Wish me luck. I will need it!
Found out an interesting fact today that I did not know. On this date, August 22, 1882 my grandfather was born. Cheers to you on this, your 128th birthday, Grampa Gus.
August 21, 2010
Knowing it’s going to be a very busy day with my girlfriends and Sandra’s 40th Birthday bash tonight I decided the best way to start the day was with a run. Ollie & I headed out around 7:00 a.m. (very early for a Saturday) and did about 25 min. It felt great and gave me that extra boost of energy to make it through all of the events of the day.
August 18, 2010
After a couple tries, Bev & I finally hooked up to run together. Her pal Kate also went. We did about 3 ½ miles at a slow but steady pace. When I came to the big hill by the golf course I remembered the words of my running buddies from days gone by that if I push hard up the hill, each time I will get a little bit stronger. It hurt like crazy, but I ran pretty much as fast as I could to the top… and then we did a slow cool-down jog back to Bev’s.
August 16, 2010
Haven’t ridden much this year, but feel good about going some since last years rides totaled a whopping TWO! Did the Freeway trail, mostly riding with Lindsay & Angela. The guys all when much further than we were up for tonight. I felt pretty strong the whole way though and of course had a blast on the downhill (reward)!!!
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