The smells of a run around my block

Wednesday, February 17, 2010

…freshly cut grass…chlorine-filled pools…trash…car exhaust, fumes…doghouses, wet dog, dog poo (eww hate this one)…clean laundry, drying on the clothes line (love this one!)….fried chicken or pork chops, people’s dinners…my lotion, moisturizer…my own sweat! (my fav)
All in a run.

  

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HEALTHYLES 2/17/2010 3:26PM

Que comica eres Wendy. Tienes toda la razón. Hojala pudiera yo correr. Go go Go GIRL Report Inappropriate Comment

FRANCESCANAZ 2/17/2010 2:04PM

Ummm...gotta be thankful for the wonderful gift of smell! Run on Amiga! Report Inappropriate Comment

13.1 Training: Week 3

Tuesday, February 16, 2010

Week 3

Mon 2/8 : 40 min Turbosculpt
Tue 2/9 : 4.2 mil/37 min (rd)
Wed 2/10: 37 min BL powersculpt, 37 min elliptical
Thu 2/11: rest
Fri 2/12: 4 mi/40 min TM
Sat 2/13: 31 min elliptical, 20 min BL powersculpt, 10 min arms, 10 kickboxing
Sun 2/14: 3.6 mil/34 min TM

Total weekly miles: 11.8 (planned 13)

Week 3 was a little challenging. Due to work and family engagements I had to switch out days/workouts. I didn’t miss any but weekly miles will be off as a result. I’ll have 2 long runs this week (week 4). The scale didn’t move either way, which is good. It means I’m maintaining well, although I would love to see 130! But I’ll wait patiently till that day comes. V-Day was under control. I had one fun size chocolate after dinner on Fri, Sat and Sun. And then it was over. I did much better this week than last week with meals. I went grocery shopping a lot, which means spending a lot of $$. I cleaned out my closet this week. Loaded up a big box for the salvation army with all kinds of clothes that no longer fit, or that I hadn’t used in years, or that was really outdated. Made lotssss of room for a new wardrobe! It felt so good to clean, simplify, and let go of unnecessary stuff. Still struggling to get little one to sleep in his own bedroom. I feel like I have an infant again getting up every 2-3 hours, which is why I was so tired this week. I also had to sacrifice a rest day. Today is a rest day. Week 4 off to a good start!

  

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-DYET- 2/16/2010 8:51AM

Nice job!! Keep up the amazing work! Cleaning out the closet is always nice! Feels good! Report Inappropriate Comment

13.1 Training: Week 2

Monday, February 08, 2010

Week 2

Mon 2/1: rest
Tue 2/2: 4 mil/40 min (TM), 25 min weights (Kelly Coffey DVD)
Wed 2/3: 40 min circuit training (JM30DS, level 1 & 3)
Thu 2/4: 4.1 mil/37 min (rd)
Fri 2/5: rest
Sat: 5 mil/45 min (rd)
Sun: 32 min elliptical

Total week miles: 13.1 (12 planned)

I weighed in at 132 on Friday. Lost the pound I had gained. Like I mentioned before I'm not pursuing a number on the scale anymore- just monitoring maintenance- but since my 'new' goal is 130 I'd like to see it on the scale someday, even if for a day!!
I'm excited I found a place to do the upcoming long runs! yay! And my boss confirmed that I am definitely going to the Chicago meeting in June so 13.1 here I come! I should be officially registering for the race soon. Rest scheduled for today but I will be doing turbosculpt since I missed out on ST yesterday. On a personal note, I finally started transitioning my 3 year old to his bed. I feel like I have an infant again, I'm getting up almost every 2-3 hours. I need Supernanny!!!

Looking forward to another good week!

  

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WALKWITME 2/12/2010 6:34AM

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WILMASOTO 2/8/2010 1:51PM

Muchisima suerte Wendy!! A seguir adelante que tu puedes!! Report Inappropriate Comment

13.1 Training: Week 1

Wednesday, February 03, 2010

Mon 1/25: Rest
Tue 1/26: 3.07 mil/26 min (road)
Wed 1/27: 27 min elliptical, 25 min weights (Kelly Coffey DVD)
Thu 1/28: 3.1 mil/30 min (TM)
Fri 1/29: Rest
Sat 1/30: 38 min Turbosculpt, 26 min elliptical
Sun 1/31: AM- 4 mil/39 min (TM), PM- 3.10 mil/26 min (Rd)
Total week miles: 13.9 (planned for 10)


First week went smoothly. Stuck to plan, except for Sunday when I snuck in an addditional run in the p.m. I had the time, opportunity and extra pizza calories to burn off!!! So, why not?
2nd week going well too. So far so good. 18 more to go!!! Still not sure how/where I'm going to do the longer runs in the coming weeks/months but I hope to have it figured out by then. I still can't believe I'm doing this.

  

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HEALTHYLES 2/3/2010 6:14PM

Sigue adelante. Yo copiandome de ti. Dicen los expertos que cuando tu copias algo bueno de otra persona el EXITO se celebra mejor. Gracias por compartir tus logros, metas, adelantos ,ect con nosotros(as) Report Inappropriate Comment

NEWAGAIN 2/3/2010 4:55PM

Your determination will get you to your goal! Congrats on your first week of training, too! Report Inappropriate Comment

WILMASOTO 2/3/2010 4:23PM

WOW Wendy!! Que bien vas!! Muchas felicidades!!! Sigue adelante que vas super bien!! Estas siguiendo un programa especial? Donde piensas hacer el medio maraton? Mucho exito!! Wilma Report Inappropriate Comment

MANDAO97 2/3/2010 2:25PM

Congrats on a successful first week of training! Report Inappropriate Comment

January HI's & LO's

Friday, January 29, 2010

January HI’s
Received a bunch of cute clothes- sizes s, xs, 4, 5, 7- from my 20 y/o cousin! I so needed the clothes. Almost felt like a shopping spree. Who would’ve thought I’d get hand-me-downs from her; I used to give her mine!
Officially started ½ marathon training……nervous about it. Can I stick to the plan for 20 weeks?!?
Got my Nike Plus sportsband to track my runs outside. For the moment it’s what I could afford and works great.
Got The Spark. But I haven’t started reading it yet
Did a Kelly Coffey weight training video. Awesome!!!! Def. gonna buy it.
Registered for a 10K in March.
Stopped tracking food! At first it was a low moment. But now I see this as a positive. I can’t live with the constant number crunching and logging although I did it successfully and faithfully for 5 months. However, I CAN live with smart food choices and healthy habits. And I have to be able to prove it and trust myself. Tracking was my #1 tool for weight loss but tracking fitness and staying active is now my key tool for maintaining. But if I see the pounds creeping back, to the food tracker I go!!!
This week is my 6 mo sparkiversary! Yay me! Total 27 lbs lost- gained fitness, confidence, inner & outer strength, and plenty of new, healthy habits!


January LO’s
After the holidays I had family in town for about 3 weeks, which completely challenged my meals and workouts. I did what I could but had too many off days.
I binged twice, out of guilt, from Lo#1. Also TOM was bad! So stupid how we do this to ourselves; it’s a vicious cycle.
Not starting The Spark. Shame, shame…… I have to finish the novel I’m reading first.


No weight loss this month. I was supposed to reach my ultimate goal on Jan 31. But I’m not necessarily looking for or expecting weight loss now. If it happens it happens. It would be nice to see 130 on the scale even if only for a day. But I’m happy with 133. What are 3 lbs really?? More HI’s than LO’s this month is a good thing so I’m happy.

For February— I’m sticking to my half-marathon training and like always eat well. And I’m aiming to finish the World’s Best 10K Race (San Juan, PR) on Feb 28 in less than 60 min.

Have a great February everyone!!! Candy and chocolate in moderation on the 14th!!!!

  

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HEALTHYLES 2/1/2010 6:23PM

Jaaaaaaaaaaa Me encanto este blog. Tu misma sabes las altas y bajas que pasamos. Pero no permites que esos incovenientes de dejen caer. Ya has llegado lejos con tu meta y ahora es mantener el peso ideal para ti. Además de vez en cuando hay que darse un gustito! Report Inappropriate Comment

VEGALEGARRETA 2/1/2010 2:04PM

nena!! eres fabuloso!! me encantaron los size de ropas... ohhhh.. hace cuantos años que no hay ropita tan chiquita en mi closets y gabetas!! jajaaja pero tu blog esta super!! espero pronto alcanzarte.. (no me desanimo!!) Report Inappropriate Comment

COLOURFULME 1/30/2010 3:28AM

Keep up the good work and learn! Report Inappropriate Comment