I like to think that the reason people read my blog is because they can relate to me...ie, I make too many mistakes to be considered a "serious" runner. I like to think this, but it doesn't mean it's true :) I think it's because when I read blogs and someone is like "And I just didn't feel like eating healthy today, so I didn't." It makes me think that maybe I shouldn't chastise myself too badly (because someone else is in the same boat).
So, here it is, the second day of my workout plan and already I have a (hopefully) "relatable" story.
Last night I went to bed early. I think this is because I was tired from waking up early to run yesterday (pat myself on the back). It could also be that I had a stressful day, but that's another story. Anyway, when the alarm went off at 6:45, I got up to do my cross-training workout and my calves felt sore. So I told Bill "I'm going back to bed, my calves are sore." Now, this is why I told myself (and Bill)it was okay to go back to bed, but seriously? I was just tired.
Because honestly, instead of doing Jillians 30-Day Shred this morning I could have done yoga. That would have also solved my sore calves, which, btw are no longer sore.
So, it's day two and I've already fallen off of the "waking up early to work out" wagon.
Oh yes. And I had a really greasy cheeseburger last night.
With a vodka and tonic.
Make that a vodka tonic and a half (like I said, I had a rough day, so I pretty much jumped at the chance to get "a" drink after work).
Soooooo anyway...the workout gets pushed to tonight, and tomorrow morning is 4 miles NO EXCUSES.
Showing posts with label morning workout. Show all posts
Showing posts with label morning workout. Show all posts
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
Tuesday, January 6, 2009
New Toy/Experiment
So, my little 2-mile run this morning was really more of an experiment than a workout.
Yes, I said morning, and that is the key word. I am NOT a morning person. Every attempt to work out in the morning is quashed when I have Bill hit snooze, hit snooze, and finally just reset the alarm. However, I realized on Christmas break that I actually felt better when I worked out in the morning (thank you Mom and Sarah). Granted, the morning was like 8:30, which is pretty much when I have to leave for work when I am not on Christmas break, but even so...
So today I decided to get up for my first "easy run" of my marathon training. At SIX THIRTY. AM!
And I survived.
The idea is that I would do my runs in the mornings and some stretching/weights in the evening. This is a good solution because 1) I am not dreading working out all through the day and 2) If Bill has to work late (which he always does) I don't have to skip my workouts because it is too dark/scary out in the park.
We'll see how it goes the rest of the week.
And now, the fun thing.
Bill got me a Garmin Forerunner 405 for Christmas this year!!! I can't really say I love it, because all I've done is program it and charge it, but I do love the idea of it and all of the things that it can do! I am especially intrigued by the "Virtual Partner" part of it, which allows you to "race" well, yourself, basically. The only thing that I am not so happy about is the fact that it is only PC compatible. Come on Garmin!!! Get into the 21st century! You know, the one where a lot of us have Macs? They say that this should all be resolved by "the first quarter of 2009" but from what I've read on the message boards, I shouldn't hold my breath.
Oh, and my Garmin is the green one.
It is so cute.
Yes, I said morning, and that is the key word. I am NOT a morning person. Every attempt to work out in the morning is quashed when I have Bill hit snooze, hit snooze, and finally just reset the alarm. However, I realized on Christmas break that I actually felt better when I worked out in the morning (thank you Mom and Sarah). Granted, the morning was like 8:30, which is pretty much when I have to leave for work when I am not on Christmas break, but even so...
So today I decided to get up for my first "easy run" of my marathon training. At SIX THIRTY. AM!
And I survived.
The idea is that I would do my runs in the mornings and some stretching/weights in the evening. This is a good solution because 1) I am not dreading working out all through the day and 2) If Bill has to work late (which he always does) I don't have to skip my workouts because it is too dark/scary out in the park.
We'll see how it goes the rest of the week.
And now, the fun thing.
Bill got me a Garmin Forerunner 405 for Christmas this year!!! I can't really say I love it, because all I've done is program it and charge it, but I do love the idea of it and all of the things that it can do! I am especially intrigued by the "Virtual Partner" part of it, which allows you to "race" well, yourself, basically. The only thing that I am not so happy about is the fact that it is only PC compatible. Come on Garmin!!! Get into the 21st century! You know, the one where a lot of us have Macs? They say that this should all be resolved by "the first quarter of 2009" but from what I've read on the message boards, I shouldn't hold my breath.
Oh, and my Garmin is the green one.
It is so cute.
Thursday, July 26, 2007
Lazy Girl
So, I didn't really work out last night, unless you count drinking a bunch of beers and running to first base once working out. I don't.
I could say that I at least tried to run in the morning, but I didn't. I didn't even set my alarm for early to make an attempt. I just can't do those morning runs. So I guess all my London good intentions have officially gone down the drain now.
Oh well, enough of me chastising myself...I am definitely hitting the gym tonight and working out my arms on the weight machines.
But, I found something interesting out. I always have this really horrible taste in my mouth when I am running, and afterwards my breath REALLY stinks. Bill said he was either watching something on TV, or read something (I do listen, I swear) where they said that the bad breath was due (at least partially) to burning fat. It was an article (or show segment) about bad breath, and they were saying that people on low carb diets often have bad breath because they are burning fat. Now I guess that would be an okay reason to have bad breath. Or, at least okay to have it while you are running and have no access to brushing your teeth. Anyway, I will have to look more into that.
Saturday (doesn't it feel like a Friday?) is an easy ten miles. Whoo hoo!
I could say that I at least tried to run in the morning, but I didn't. I didn't even set my alarm for early to make an attempt. I just can't do those morning runs. So I guess all my London good intentions have officially gone down the drain now.
Oh well, enough of me chastising myself...I am definitely hitting the gym tonight and working out my arms on the weight machines.
But, I found something interesting out. I always have this really horrible taste in my mouth when I am running, and afterwards my breath REALLY stinks. Bill said he was either watching something on TV, or read something (I do listen, I swear) where they said that the bad breath was due (at least partially) to burning fat. It was an article (or show segment) about bad breath, and they were saying that people on low carb diets often have bad breath because they are burning fat. Now I guess that would be an okay reason to have bad breath. Or, at least okay to have it while you are running and have no access to brushing your teeth. Anyway, I will have to look more into that.
Saturday (doesn't it feel like a Friday?) is an easy ten miles. Whoo hoo!
Monday, June 4, 2007
Not a Morning Person
Maybe I will have to revise this?
I made the decision to get up early this morning (ok, early for me...6:50) and get my workout in. I have been really bad about working out since Bill was visiting last week. (Which actually is funny. I worked out 3 times last week. Usually that is a lot for me, but since I moved here for the last few weeks I have been working out 5-6 times a week). So I figured I needed to work out today. BUT the problem was that I have been trying to pamper my feet since they are still gross. Well, wearing a pair of cheap high heels that cut into my toes all day at work on Friday did not help. I have never done this before, but I think I am going to try to return them. I mean they REALLY messed up my feet!!! The stores close early here, and I have to eat dinner sometime, so I decided the only time I could work out would be this morning.
It wasn't a huge deal, because there is construction outside of my hotel room every morning which starts around 6, so I usually just lie in bed cursing them for 2 hours.
I made my way to the gym, looking like hell, to use the erg machine.
I had a pretty decent workout!
And afterwards I had a lot of energy!!!
And I could take my time getting ready for work, because I now had an hour, not 15 minutes to half an hour, so I actually had time to fix my hair correctly and worry about what I was wearing and my makeup. In other words, I don't look like the typical slob designer...which makes ME feel better.
OK, the hard thing will be to keep this up when I get home. Its all well and good to get up when you are already having trouble sleeping and walk across the street to the gym. But what about a nice comfy bed in a quiet neighborhood where you have to drive to the gym? We'll see. I'm really really really going to try.
I made the decision to get up early this morning (ok, early for me...6:50) and get my workout in. I have been really bad about working out since Bill was visiting last week. (Which actually is funny. I worked out 3 times last week. Usually that is a lot for me, but since I moved here for the last few weeks I have been working out 5-6 times a week). So I figured I needed to work out today. BUT the problem was that I have been trying to pamper my feet since they are still gross. Well, wearing a pair of cheap high heels that cut into my toes all day at work on Friday did not help. I have never done this before, but I think I am going to try to return them. I mean they REALLY messed up my feet!!! The stores close early here, and I have to eat dinner sometime, so I decided the only time I could work out would be this morning.
It wasn't a huge deal, because there is construction outside of my hotel room every morning which starts around 6, so I usually just lie in bed cursing them for 2 hours.
I made my way to the gym, looking like hell, to use the erg machine.
I had a pretty decent workout!
And afterwards I had a lot of energy!!!
And I could take my time getting ready for work, because I now had an hour, not 15 minutes to half an hour, so I actually had time to fix my hair correctly and worry about what I was wearing and my makeup. In other words, I don't look like the typical slob designer...which makes ME feel better.
OK, the hard thing will be to keep this up when I get home. Its all well and good to get up when you are already having trouble sleeping and walk across the street to the gym. But what about a nice comfy bed in a quiet neighborhood where you have to drive to the gym? We'll see. I'm really really really going to try.
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