I've been really busy with inspection preparation lately, but that hasn't stopped me from working out. I ran five miles today-- the first time I've run that far in awhile. I'm not sure what I was thinking signing up for that 10-miler in April. Five miles was not easy or fun, I can't imagine what 10 miles is going to be like.
I'm still working on my pushups too. I'm dreading that "resolution" too. I'm practicing though, and encouraged that there is ONE WOMAN in our wing that got the maximum score for them. I'll talk to her soon.
In this New Year we'll be unveiling topics each month-- music, exercise tips, clothing ideas. Stay tuned b/c I think we've got some good blogs ahead of us...just gotta get past Feb. 7!
Thursday, January 20, 2011
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
Starting from scratch
Hello 2011! I feel like I'm coming out of hibernation. My little girl was born the day after Thanksgiving and I'm not sure where December or the beginning of January went. What better way to get going than to set some goals.
Obviously, this being a fitness blog, one of my goals is to get back into shape. This to me, means fitting back into my prepregnancy clothes, getting at least an 85 on my fitness test in May, and running a 5K comfortably again by the end of the year.
The question is how to get there from here. I haven't run in months and I can barely do 3 good push ups. My main challenge will be finding the time to workout - after all, I now have the demands of two kids, my husband's TDY schedule is impressive this spring, and there's so much to catch up on. I know I just need to make the time and do little things like walk to the Wing building instead of driving the short 100m. A visit to the HAWC is probably in order but for today, I will settle for 20 minutes on the elliptical trainer. I'll let you know how it goes.
Obviously, this being a fitness blog, one of my goals is to get back into shape. This to me, means fitting back into my prepregnancy clothes, getting at least an 85 on my fitness test in May, and running a 5K comfortably again by the end of the year.
The question is how to get there from here. I haven't run in months and I can barely do 3 good push ups. My main challenge will be finding the time to workout - after all, I now have the demands of two kids, my husband's TDY schedule is impressive this spring, and there's so much to catch up on. I know I just need to make the time and do little things like walk to the Wing building instead of driving the short 100m. A visit to the HAWC is probably in order but for today, I will settle for 20 minutes on the elliptical trainer. I'll let you know how it goes.
Monday, January 3, 2011
Welcome to 2011!
Welcome to the New Year! Will this be the year of the new you? I've had a lot happen in the last few weeks that I can't wait to blog about, but this post is dedicated to goal-setting.
Most of us do it. We set resolutions for the New Year. And, not surprisingly, most of us break them. I'm going to set two resolutions for 2011. One has been a goal since 2010 and the other was a recent challenge.
My first goal is to run a 10-miler. I thought I'd do the Army 10-miler in D.C. in the Fall; however an opportunity presented itself to do one closer to home in Chapel Hill. Here's the catch-- it's in April! Before I thought I had all summer to prepare, now I only have a few short, cold months. I'm registered and paid my money- I'm committed. The good thing is that this is a great start (jump start) to my training. I gained 6 pounds during the holidays. I ate everything! This forces me to start running 5-6 miles again vs. 2-3. The pounds should be off in no time.
The next goal is a lot harder. And I'm VERY hesitant to state it, but I read somewhere that if you write your goals down then you're more likely to achieve them. So here goes...I will score a 100 on my fit test this Fall. I really want to hit the back button on this one. Thus far, no women in the 916th have made perfect score. I'm sure I won't be the first, but someone stated that they thought I could do it. I have to shave 46 seconds off my run AND do 38 pushups. The pushups are the hard part. This will be my motivation through the summer.
I turn 40 this year. I'm actually looking forward to it and being a strong, healthy, vibrant woman. These two goals may not seem like a lot to most, but they're two huge challenges for me. I hope you are thinking about what goals you can reach in 2011. Even if you're reaching for the moon then you're bound to land among the stars!
Most of us do it. We set resolutions for the New Year. And, not surprisingly, most of us break them. I'm going to set two resolutions for 2011. One has been a goal since 2010 and the other was a recent challenge.
My first goal is to run a 10-miler. I thought I'd do the Army 10-miler in D.C. in the Fall; however an opportunity presented itself to do one closer to home in Chapel Hill. Here's the catch-- it's in April! Before I thought I had all summer to prepare, now I only have a few short, cold months. I'm registered and paid my money- I'm committed. The good thing is that this is a great start (jump start) to my training. I gained 6 pounds during the holidays. I ate everything! This forces me to start running 5-6 miles again vs. 2-3. The pounds should be off in no time.
The next goal is a lot harder. And I'm VERY hesitant to state it, but I read somewhere that if you write your goals down then you're more likely to achieve them. So here goes...I will score a 100 on my fit test this Fall. I really want to hit the back button on this one. Thus far, no women in the 916th have made perfect score. I'm sure I won't be the first, but someone stated that they thought I could do it. I have to shave 46 seconds off my run AND do 38 pushups. The pushups are the hard part. This will be my motivation through the summer.
I turn 40 this year. I'm actually looking forward to it and being a strong, healthy, vibrant woman. These two goals may not seem like a lot to most, but they're two huge challenges for me. I hope you are thinking about what goals you can reach in 2011. Even if you're reaching for the moon then you're bound to land among the stars!
Saturday, January 1, 2011
Happy New Year
I've been sick. So sick that I have not worked out, I mean, really worked out, since October. There have been a couple attempts, but, they have all resulted in short workouts due to cough, breathing issues, etc. It started with the flu, worked it's way to bronchitis, and finished up with sinusitis. I like to think I'm completely over it, but, I still have some breathing issues. I will troop through.
Okay, I have to troop through. I have my fitness test the beginning of February. I also just signed up for the Air Force Marathon in September (although I will only be doing the 10k portion of it). My other two goals for the year are the Army 10 Miler the beginning of October and the Marine Corp Marathon (again, just the 10k portion) the end of October. There will be a couple other races sprinkled in here and there (Warrior Dash in August and the Run Amuck in June are the two fun, "dirty" races I'm looking forward to). The plan is to have my son join me. He's 14, a football player and a wrestler, and perhaps together we can motivate each other.
Good luck in all your New Year's Resolutions for 2011.
Okay, I have to troop through. I have my fitness test the beginning of February. I also just signed up for the Air Force Marathon in September (although I will only be doing the 10k portion of it). My other two goals for the year are the Army 10 Miler the beginning of October and the Marine Corp Marathon (again, just the 10k portion) the end of October. There will be a couple other races sprinkled in here and there (Warrior Dash in August and the Run Amuck in June are the two fun, "dirty" races I'm looking forward to). The plan is to have my son join me. He's 14, a football player and a wrestler, and perhaps together we can motivate each other.
Good luck in all your New Year's Resolutions for 2011.
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