W3D1 revisited

So I don't think that I did all that well with last week's work out so I am going to repeat last weeks training. Hopefully the weather and all the other obstacles don't get in the way. It helps when people encourage me to get to the gym so here's hoping someone meets me at the gym:)

W3D1,2

Monday I did W3D1, I had been dreading it all day. This week I have to run 3 minutes straight. I was not at all excited about this feat. I went to the gym with only 30 minutes to work out, I got on the treadmill and began I was doing just fine until we got to the second run. I kept saying to myself that I could do it but I only lasted 2 min 15 sec. I was devastated. I hated that I felt like a failure. I am not sure if I gave myself the mental crutch by worrying about the run all day or what but I am bound and determined to make it to the 3 minute mark.

Tuesday my coworker asked me to hit the gym with her so I decided to go at night. She and I met up with another friend and hit the treadmills. I was so determined plus when someone is next to you that you know, its motivating to keep going. I was getting that nervous feeling in the pit of my stomach as I reached the point of the 3 minute run. I started out slow, and I did it!!! I was so happy! It was a great moment for me. I even added some weight to the mix last night. Now on to day 3 but with the weather, I don't how I am going to get it in. I hope it isn't as bad they are making out to be (the weather that is).

W2D2

Yesterday was the second day into week two. I hadn't worked out in three days so I thought I was in for a brutal workout. I went right after work also, on a Friday which is the worst day for me. I knew I had to go if I wanted to get all three workouts in this week. I got the treadmill and started at a 3.0 for a brisk walk, it seemed kind of slow so I sped up. I started running and it was like something just clicked. It felt normal and natural. I was so excited. This was a great session. I have to say I don't like that the timing is a little off this week. It doesn't equal out to 20 minutes for 1.5/2 intervals with a 5 warm up. For a OCD like me that is tough. Well headed to the gym today. Its raining and I have a bad attitude so no better way to improve it than exercise.

W2D1

Today is W2D1---UGH!!! I thought this was supposed to get easier as you go. After not being able to get out this weekend and do any kind of walking, jogging, anything, It was like starting over only harder. I think I am going to have to do other things on the down days even at home. Run around in the back yard, go for a walk with the kids, something. I almost didn't make it through the last run of the series tonight. I was actually holding on to the sides of the treadmill. It was embarrassing...luckily I was in the privacy of a friends bedroom with the door closes. Before I started she said you might want to close the bathroom door bc I hate to watch myself run, I was like nah it'll be fine. Oh brother, about 16 minutes into it I thought why the heck didn't I shut that door??? The sight of me red faced and breathing hard, not a pretty picture. Not giving up though, back at it tomorrow.

Motivation

So Sunday was the mark of week 2, I sitting here thinking that I won't be able to officially start my week 2 until Wednesday. That is four days since my last workout. That thought alone is bringing me down. Wow, how God works!!! While I am sitting here thinking about giving up, my phone rings and my friend says well being the kiddos over here and run on my treadmill!! This is turning out to be a fabulous day:) This week's goal is to start eating better. Stayed tuned...

Week 1 Training

Week 1 Day 1- Monday, January, 11th, 2010
*Today I went to a friend's house to use her treadmill. The plan for C25K is that you work up to running gradually each week. This week we do a 60/90 jog/walk combo for 20 minutes. I get on the treadmill and do my first 5 minute brisk walk. This was going well and then I hit 5 minutes :) the dreaded running... I thought my chest was going to explode. I do not think my lungs have EVER held so much oxygen. Oh and the water, I have to drink 64 oz. of water each day to be the appropriate amount for my size. I think I finished half and only because I worked out, LOL OK, back to the routine, by the second jog or second walk I was feeling pretty good about my work out. Day 1 complete, feeling successful.

Week 1 Day 2- Wednesday, January, 13th, 2010
* I met a friend at the gym tonight. She wanted to do the elliptical but I knew that I needed to stay on track for my training. The gym was packed. She couldn't find an elliptical close enough to the open treadmill so she decided against the workout. She stood by me and chatted the entire time. It was hardest right in the middle of the routine but with her talking to me the whole time it took my mind off of it and really made the work out enjoyable.

Week 1 Day 3- Friday, January, 15th, 2010
* Today was the last day in 60/90 workout. It was really hard, my calves and shins felt like they were going to explode. I think I am doing something wrong or maybe I just need a new pair of sneakers. I didn't get to do my whole 20 minutes today because I had to pick up the kids. Although I am very excited that I figured out that if I leave straight after work then I can still go to the gym do 20-30 minutes and make it back to pick up the kids on time. Today has been the hardest work out of all.

The beginning

So the new year is here and it makes you contemplate many things in your life; health, finances, social aspects... This year was no different for me. I recently finalized on my divorce, I am now a single mom of two toddlers, two VERY active toddlers. I realized I didn't know myself any more. I have been a daughter, sister, wife and mother for so long that I forgot who I was. I started thinking about how I could figure it out without sacrificing the other roles, well aside from the wife role. I am a care taker by nature but with our breed it means taking care of everyone but the most important person, me. I started taking FPU so I could get some help in the finance department or at least get some good advice on how to make better choices with my money. So, Finances - check. Next I had been chatting with a few people online and was entertaining going on the dreaded first date. I decided to make the leap. I went on a few dates with a fun guy but quickly realized that I was not ready to be back on the saddle so to speak. I need to spend sometime with myself, which seemed so absurd because I spent most of the years in my marriage alone. This was different though, I was really alone. No kids, no husband, alone. It felt liberating. So, Social life - check. Now for getting myself healthy. Sounds like something you would be jumping at fist thing but I have been pregnant for the last 2 years and haven't been as careful about my eating habits nor my exercise regiment. I started trying different diets, playing the Wii, etc nothing felt normal. Then I remembered a program I used a few years before I started having kids, C25K. I was so pumped but then I fell back into the self defeatist mode. I decided I needed a goal not just a "oh I want to be a size..." kind of goal. I needed a real goal, a positive goal. I decided to train for a 5k. I know that 3.1 miles isn't a mountain of a run but for someone that has put on 50 lbs in the last 2 years it seems like it. This brings me up to date and the reason I started this blog, to document my training days. I figured if I had to get on a write about it, then I would be motivated or obligated :) to work out like I need to. So, Health - In progress. Stay tuned.