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Showing posts with label determination. Show all posts
Showing posts with label determination. Show all posts

Sunday, August 02, 2015

2015 5k #3: Muckfest MS Detroit

On Saturday, August 1, 2015, I completed my third 5k of the year. It was a warm and breezy day, with temperatures in the upper 70s - in other words: a perfect day!

This 5k was special... it was a fundraiser for MS, which one of my friends has, and the route was sprinkled with muddy obstacles. I completed every obstacle except for one (I couldn't get over my fear of heights). We got super dirty!

Update! On August 7th, they released all the (free) photos that professionals took throughout the event. They have been added to the bottom of this post. :)

Photos courtesy of Becca and her waterproof phone case.
I "waterproofed" my Fitbit with Glad Press'n'Seal and
it survived being totally submerged in muddy water!
The zip line
Even when I straightened my legs, my feet couldn't touch the water!
Jumping off the giant swing
The after... SO muddy!!

Friday, July 24, 2015

A Motivating Benchmark, Plus Healthy Snack Ideas

For the past three weeks, I've been trying to get back into a more regular workout schedule. I notice that when I skip workouts, my lower back and shoulders feel tight and uncomfortable, and I really have to watch what I eat. When I exercise, my muscles feel looser and I have a little wiggle room in terms of my calorie intake.

A discovery I've made this week is that I've found some time-saving healthy snacks to eat. Before, I would spend a lot of time preparing smoothie bags for the week - and I think I've found a time-saving alternative to throw into the mix (i.e., I plan to still find time to make smoothies for breakfast occasionally).

Here are a few healthy snack ideas:

  • sliced cucumber and hummus
  • sliced bell pepper (I prefer orange, red, or yellow)
  • sliced or whole apples (I prefer Honey Crisp, Pink Lady, or Jazz)

Current goal: Lose ~15 lbs.

Current loss*: 10 lbs.
*For a more current amount, see the icon in the top right corner of this blog.

This step toward my weight-loss goal has earned me a badge on Fitbit.com!



Saturday, June 13, 2015

2015 5k Race #2: Stampede Scleroderma

On Sunday, June 7, 2015, I completed my second 5k race of the year. It was a muggy day, with temperatures in the 70s, but at least is wasn't raining this year!

2015:
Bib: #158
Category: Ages 30-34
Net Time: 47:24
Overall Position: 183
Category Position: 20
Gender Position: 109

2014:
Approximate Net Time: 48:00
*I didn't sign up for a bib, so my time is approximate.*

Before the 2015 race - this time I got a bib!



Wednesday, May 20, 2015

More Attainable Goals

I've had a goal set in my trackers saying that I wanted to lose about 40 pounds. That seems so far out of reach, so I'm going to try something a little differently: I'm going to set smaller goals that can actually be attained, and then reset with another small goal.

Side note: I've restarted my breakfast smoothie routine this week - and I feel so much better getting all those nutrients in the morning!

Previous goal: Lose ~40 lbs.
Current goal: Lose ~15 lbs.

Today's body fat reading: 38.4%

Let's keep this downward trend going!

Sunday, May 17, 2015

Tuesday, May 12, 2015

Update

I started the calorie-counting and exercising in February, but by March my schedule got out of whack again. I gained 10 pounds and now I'm working on getting back down to my 'original' starting weight. Once that happens, I am hoping it won't be long until I can start seeing more progress.

In other news, I signed up for summer workout classes. I'll be taking:
Saturdays: Sculpt & Stretch
Sundays: Cardio-Sculpt

Also done today:
Regular plank: 26 seconds

Sunday, May 03, 2015

Determined

Determined to 'earn my shower' after a weekend away and the day spent in the car. Did my Workout #2 followed by my best attempt at planking. My sister inspired me to try the planking.
Today:
Regular plank: 20 seconds 
Left side plank: 15 seconds
Right side plank: 15 seconds

Saturday, March 14, 2015

2015 5k Race #1: Shamrocks and Shenanigans

On Sunday, March 8, 2015, I completed my first 5k race of the year. It was a cold morning, but the sun was shining. I painted shamrocks on my face and wore as much green as I had!

I did it!
2015:
Bib: #906
Category: Ages 25-29
Net Time: 48:50
Overall Position: 1333
Category Position: 127
Gender Position: 761

It was also nice to see an improvement over my 2014 time.

2014:
Bib: #1305
Category: Ages 25-29
Net Time: 51:30
Overall Position: 1812
Category Position: 170
Gender Position: 1086
March 8, 2015: Shamrocks and Shenanigans; Ann Arbor, Michigan
Photo by: Capstone Photography