And they're off!

Saturday, September 03, 2011

Today's the 5K. I got a good night's sleep, woke up early, and am having a small, healthy breakfast. When we were handing out race packets yesterday, one volunteer said to a participant, "Have a good run tomorrow." The participant replied, "Is there any other kind?" What a great attitude! That's my new attitude. Whether it's my strongest or fastest day ever doesn't matter... it's just good to walk! WooHoo! Here we go... it's going to be a good one!

  

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BABY_GIRL69 9/3/2011 5:42PM

God bless & lets go! Dee Report Inappropriate Comment

EVOLVEFISH 9/3/2011 4:31PM

You're made of so much awesome that you rocked that thing! Way to go! Report Inappropriate Comment

BOBINVA 9/3/2011 12:30PM

Great to be around a bunch of people all enjoying exercise and camaraderie. Hope you had a great time. Report Inappropriate Comment

JMARIES51 9/3/2011 10:18AM

Can't wait to hear how the 5K was. Hope you have a wonderful day. Report Inappropriate Comment

JUSTA123 9/3/2011 9:57AM

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CHARLIESGIRL69 9/3/2011 9:22AM

Way to go! Hope your run is a successful one! Report Inappropriate Comment

Race tomorrow

Friday, September 02, 2011

Tomorrow's the Women's Half Marathon, where I will be participating in the 5K. Today, I am volunteering at the Expo. It will be a long day, but it should be fun. It will definitely be inspiring to be around all those healthy, active women!!

  

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JOLINEMR 9/3/2011 4:42PM

Hope it was great fun! Report Inappropriate Comment

LH-CRYSTALSTAIR 9/2/2011 9:32PM

Good luck! I'm know you will be successful! Report Inappropriate Comment

LAURALOVESSPARK 9/2/2011 5:32PM

Have a great time! Report Inappropriate Comment

REVSERENA 9/2/2011 3:38PM

My first 5K is scheduled for the end of the month. Hope you have an inspiring and enjoyable time! Report Inappropriate Comment

SUZIEW27 9/2/2011 1:52PM

Have a blast at the 5K!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

PASTORJO 9/2/2011 1:39PM

Enjoy the run! I found a lot of energy just being among all the other runners; be sure to keep moving after the race...till you cool down. Report Inappropriate Comment

DARKTHOR 9/2/2011 10:12AM

Have a great 5K! Report Inappropriate Comment

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Uhm, was I good today or bad?

Thursday, September 01, 2011

I didn't meet my 1000 minutes goal for August. Also, I am so far behind on my marathon-in-10-days goal, there's no chance that's happening. I had a candy bar today and a cookie. I didn't exercise at all.

I cleaned though. I didn't help myself to a donut I found at the office. I ate lots of fruit. Was physically more active on the job than usual. I got a good night's sleep. I even brushed my teeth before going to bed, even though I was so exhausted I could hardly keep my eyes open.

Each day is a new day. Some days I do well at some things and not so well at others. As long as I keep at it, keep my goals in mind, and keep getting up when I fall, I will get there. Starting with going to bed at a reasonable hour tonight. Good night!

  

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BOBINVA 9/2/2011 9:08AM

Every day is a new day. Every minute and every choice made is an opportunity to make you better and healthier. Contratulations on your successes and the moderation you showed. Living healthy is not about constant denial of pleasure, it is about balance. Report Inappropriate Comment

JUSTA123 9/2/2011 8:44AM

You've got the key in your hand and your opening the doors, sometimes they are a little stuck, but eventually with a push they open, by the way, I love that picture your smile is beautiful! because you are Report Inappropriate Comment

EVOLVEFISH 9/2/2011 8:43AM

Pick yourself up and begin again! Oh, and the weekend's almost here! Report Inappropriate Comment

JAZOIE 9/2/2011 7:22AM

Sounds just fine! I found it really hard to stick to any sort of plan this summer. I'm hoping September's going to bring it all back for me! Report Inappropriate Comment

DARKTHOR 9/2/2011 12:37AM

It sounds like a good day to me. Build off of it and make tomorrow even better. Report Inappropriate Comment

Consistency is Key

Wednesday, August 31, 2011

I *know* this, but I still need to *learn* it. I was up very late this morning downloading music, so I didn't get much sleep. I am so stinking tired! I am sure the way I have been eating hasn't helped at all, but having a more consistent bedtime is probably a better place to start. I'm headed there in a couple minutes. Not yet 9:00 p.m. and I can barely keep my eyes open.

  

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LULAMAE2005 9/1/2011 3:35PM

O thanks for cheering me on. I really need it!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

LULAMAE2005 9/1/2011 3:32PM

Wow!! When and Where? Hope everything go well. Report Inappropriate Comment

JUSTA123 9/1/2011 8:40AM

Sleep is one of the things I can't seem to control I'm beginning to think, it's normal for me to not sleep straight through.. Have a grat day my friend! Report Inappropriate Comment

LAURALOVESSPARK 9/1/2011 8:09AM

I hope you get a good nights sleep and feel refreshed in the morning. It's amazing how much better we do and feel when we are rested. It's so worth going to sleep early. Sleep well. Report Inappropriate Comment

STARCHELSEA 9/1/2011 3:12AM

I hear you hunni, my sleep routine is all over the place at the moment. So tired, but can't sleep. Report Inappropriate Comment

JAZOIE 8/31/2011 10:31PM

lol...I know how you feel. There are so many times I feel like a toddler, wanting to stamp my feet 'cause "I don't wanna go to bed". Butt I definitely suffer for it the next day too. Go get yourself some zzzzzzzzzzzzzz's. Report Inappropriate Comment

CAMROLA 8/31/2011 9:41PM

Indeed, seems so simple, but so hard to follow sometimes! Rest up! Report Inappropriate Comment

BOBINVA 8/31/2011 9:39PM

Healthy habits help keep us healthy. Report Inappropriate Comment

Recovery

Monday, August 29, 2011

I signed up for the 10-day marathon challenge. I'm not sure I'm going to make it. I've taken the first two days off to rest. Of all my goals, this one is the lowest priority. I'm glad I've learned from SparkPeople to listen to my body and keep going rather than charging full steam ahead until I wear myself out and give up entirely. Slow and steady!

  

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STARCHELSEA 8/30/2011 2:09PM

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BOBINVA 8/30/2011 8:18AM

2.6 a day for 10 days. That is quite a challenge if you hare not really a runner. Slow and steady is right. Report Inappropriate Comment