Well, today turned out different

So today was supposed to be W2D2, but, my nice gentleman friend brought over this nice work out DVD that he really wanted to do. It's from The Biggest Loser, and he's trying to get healthier as well, so I decided to do that 20 minute workout, then go for a run.

Oh....my....god... I did the 5 minute warm up, 20 minute work out then the 5 minute cool down and was totally out of breath, exhausted, sweating horribly. So...no running for me today. I will, however, be going tomorrow because I SO want to do this 5k in December in 30 minutes. It's a lofty goal, I know... but I can do it if I put my mind, and legs, to it.

I'm off to take a nap!

Blah....

So, today I'm super busy, well, let me rephrase that. I'm not going to be until called upon. I'm helping with a very good friend's surprise birthday party, and when he actually leaves the house, I have to RACE over to his house and help his fiance, who is my best friend, set up for the party. Not a problem, however...that means I really can't plan anything, so W2D2 may just have to wait until tomorrow. Bums me out, and knowing that it bums me out lets me know that I'm not going to slip up and not do this tomorrow.

Also, found this groovy article about how a runner should eat. I love active.com. :D

So anyway...I'll have fun at the party and go run everything off tomorrow.

Cheers!

Shin pain is very lame

So, found this article to overcome shin pain.

Enjoy!!!

I love Alanis!

So, I just ran across this, and I think it is outstanding. Alanis Morissette is not only a very talented singer/song writer, but she is a runner! She will be running in the Bizz Johnson Trail Marathon (www.coastaltrailruns.com/bizz_johnson) in Susanville, California on October 11, 2009 to raise money for the National Eating Disorders Association (www.nationaleatingdisorders.org). Per First Giving, "In 2008, Alanis embarked on a new health regime by shifting not only her diet, but her lifestyle as well. The plan she adopted focused mostly on nutrient awareness, finding other forms of comfort outside of food, and disease prevention: all of which collectively resulted in being healthier. While training for the marathon, Alanis decided she wanted to share her experience and, in partnering with the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA),raise awareness around peoples’ often fraught relationship with food, exercise and their bodies. All proceeds raised will go to NEDA, who equip people with the information, support and tools necessary to help combat the dangers of eating disorders."

You know, I suppose we all start running for various reasons, but to be honest, I've not given much thought to my nutritional needs, or even changing my lifestyle. Something to think about that's for sure. And, who doesn't use some sort of food/alcohol for comfort or coping mechanism? Who doesn't think of going for the Oreos or the ice cream or a cold beer when they've had a bad day. That really isn't help. Perhaps by replacing that with something more constructive, (running, reading, blogging, knitting, whatever!) and teaching our kids that and not using food as a reward, this problem would perhaps start dwindling down? 

W2D1

So today I started the second week. I was SO stoked about it last night. But this morning, I got an email, saying that I didn't get a job I was SO hoping I was going to get. I had spent the night with a friend, to help prepare for a surprise party. She left for work and told me I could use her treadmill. I jumped on that thing and BUSTED IT OUT! I did about a mile and a half, in about 22 minutes of walking and RUNNING MY ASS OFF. I did stretch..but I'm pretty sure I did over do it and I'll pay for it later. But hey, that's ok. It felt good. Other than doing this for my health, to lessen the severity of symptoms of a medical condition I have, running is so good to burn off frustrations and I think it helps me think a bit. I really don't like watching television or listening to music when I run, although, I would love a new iPod. I have one, but it's one of the first models and it only holds about 150 or so songs. Also, I believe keeping up with this blog and now a 5k which my lovely wonderful big brother is going race with me in, is helping me to not get so down about my LACK of employment. But at least that is giving me time to get healthy and in shape.

Wow. I can so ramble, huh? So...who knows if I'll get a wild hair to go running again today. I know that wouldn't be smart, but we'll see.

Stay tuned for another exciting episode of "As the Crazy-Insane-Chaotic World of Brandy Turns".

A nice surprise...

So, I thought that my legs would be just, done today, given how sore I was last night. But no..they are a little tired, but I'm walking around the house doing my normal day just fine. My shins really aren't sore, but tired as well. Oh don't get me wrong, I'm stoked that I'm not in agony, but I just really thought I was going to be in for it today. Perhaps seeing my nice gentleman friend last night and whining about my legs and him massaging my shins and calves did some good! Nice.

So stoked about starting week 2 tomorrow!! I know I'm totally going to rock it out.

W1D3

Well, I got thru the first week alive! Yay me!! Double yay for my health!!! And, I must say, I'm very proud of myself! I wasn't able though, to go the full time, because silly me didn't stretch the shins good enough. Ah well, I still impressed myself with how it was slightly easier to do more intervals today, rather than longer walking intervals!

I am finding though, that I'm really digging doing this program on walking/nature trails versus pavement. It gives a bit more so it's easier on my pitiful ankles. So I'm going to try my best to stick to that. Also, I'm pretty sure that I'll be running by myself most of the time, which is fine, but I found out Sunday that if I have a partner, I just keep going and going and going...is that a good thing? It felt good, to feel that burn, you know?

But regardless, I'm so sticking to this. I feel so good about myself! I can't believe how proud of myself I am, or how good I feel about myself! I'm also hoping to start posting inspirational tid bits...news stories...little factoids. There is a 5k here in Charlotte that I really want to go for in December, and I know that if I stick to this program and with the help all of you lovely people here and on Facebook, and **gasp** now Twitter, I know that I'll have the motivation and the support to do so! I'm so glad that I took this back up and it feels so good to do this!

So, on that note, I'm freaking exhausted. I'm looking forward to a day of rest and chillin' at my friend's house tomorrow evening, then back to running Thursday! The start of week two!! Oh the joy!!!