work out

It’s Here!!! It’s Here!!!

“Exercise is good for your mind, body, and soul.”

– Susie Michelle Cortright

So excited!!!!

So this morning I did my usual Jackie work out and then headed over to my mom’s for some long overdo quality time. We hit our favorite store Marshalls and I was able to pick up some awesome new workout duds for a great price 🙂

"Is that all you got?"

It’s funny how reluctant I always am to buy regular new clothes, but when it comes to workout clothes, it’s a-whole-nother story! I guess I rationalize it as a reward for working hard. Plus, I spend more time in exercise apparel than everyday clothes anyway. 🙂 Besides, have you ever noticed how great new workout gear is for motivation?

I can’t wait to try them out at boot camp tonight!

I’m also glad to report that I FINALLY went grocery shopping today, so I’m not tempted to eat garbage. I’m not sure why I always put it off so long. I’m pretty certain, though, that if it were not for the fact that I’m on my last roll of toilet paper, I would have put it off even longer. I have to admit that it pretty nice to actually have food (and healthy food at that!) in my cabinets!

Needless to say, I was already having a good day when I got home and found a package on my door step. My Insanity DVDs came in a whole day early!!!! I’m SO PSYCHED. I know I have boot camp tonight, and I already worked out this morning, but I can’t wait til my next day off to try it!!!! I’m sure I will be kicking myself later (especially since I’m still sore from the climbing gym), but it will be SO WORTH IT!!!

Have an awesome Monday everyone!

I've been eyeing these shorts for a while...So colorful!

Love my Whale 🙂

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You see a radiator cover…

“I have to exercise in the morning before my brain figures out what I’m doing.”

~Marsha Doble

…I see a perfect spot for tricep dips 🙂

This morning I took care of the dogs and jumped straight into a workout before I had a chance to get distracted or make any excuses not to. I used my trustee Extreme Timesaver Workout DVD and found my legs still burning and fatigued from my last boot camp session. It probably didn’t help that I didn’t eat before hand (other than a few peanut m&m’s left over from the holiday which were attempting to leave my system with the rigorous exercise). I made it through the whole whole workout (with my weights) and then did some tricep dips for good measure. Afterward, I rewarded myself with a chocolate peanut butter protein shake. yum!

The plan for the rest of the day is to go for a long run with Adam at a reservoir in a neighboring town. I’m pretty excited about testing out a new running location. As much as I love Hopbrook, I’ve been getting a little bored with running there lately; and the Bridle trail is not nearly as scenic in the winter (plus it’s a little flat for me).

Anyway, that’s all for now. 🙂 I hope everyone has a fantastic day!

Breakfast of Champions!

Weekend Update

Spend the afternoon. You can’t take it with you.

~Annie Dillard

Okay, so I have been slacking on the blogging lately. Life has been so busy! All good things, thankfully. I have not managed any long runs since my last post, mostly due to lack of time issues. However, I did get in some workouts at the gym. I have spent an hour on the elliptical with the resistance maxed (and my hydration pack on to add some weight) on two separate occasions- the most recent being today. When I first started running I couldn’t make it through a full hour without feeling like I would pass out or throw up- even without the resistance maxed. Now I am plowing through that hour- even with extra weight! Workouts like that help me realize just how much progress I’ve made. 🙂

I have also been spending a lot more time stretching now that I got my foam roller in the mail. The first time I used it I had flashbacks of physical therapy as a teenager. The therapist would press on my IT band insertion point, and I would literally jump off the table. This was the same pain. The experience can be summarized in one word “OUCH!” By the time I finished, it was much less tender, but I felt like I had deep bruises in my thighs for a whole day afterwards. I am hoping this helps with the long runs! I am also pleased to announce that I did not have any increased IT band issues after my 13 ish mile run, even without the benefit of the foam roller- something I am taking as an extremely positive sign.

Today I will be going out on the boat with Adam and some friends. We’ve been trying to cram in as much time as possible out on the water before the weather gets to cold (part of the reason I have not had as much time to run). It’s nice to get a change of scenery and actually be social (for a change!). Although I have to admit it gets tiring at times to spend so much time around other people- being an introvert and all. It is so worth the exhaustion at the end of the day though! So far we have taken out my little sister- who loved every second of it, and a few of my friends from high school. It was so great to see everyone have a good time, and especially to spend time with some special people I don’t get to see very often. 🙂

That’s all for now! Boot Camp starts tomorrow. I will keep you all posted on how it goes. In the meantime, I will be thriving. I hope you all do the same and have a happy and healthy holiday weekend!!!!