In the past week, I think I have tried on about a million pairs of jeans...thanks to my two best girl friends and two separate shopping trips which were both a blast!!! So, let's break down trying on jeans...
1) You see them in the store and they look sooooooooooooo cute! Surely, even though they are on that stick thin plastic model and look fabulous they should look even better on you!
2) So, you sort through all the tiny sizes and finally find your size at the very bottom, tucked beneath the tiny little jeans that go on the plastic stick thin model. No worries though because you are going to look hot!
3) You go into the dressing room with a huge smile and possibly a cute top to make an outfit!
4) So, since it is winter you pull off your heavy boots and pants and even though your thighs look like cottage cheese, you just know these cute jeans will solve all your clothing problems.
5) Finally, the moment of truth comes. You pull on the jeans. So, they are a little tight in the thighs but still you are hopeful.
6) You pull them up to your waist...What? You cannot believe it...your thighs are crammed into the fabric like a pig fighting underneath a blanket but the waist is about 2 sizes too big. Oh, and the crotch is so long that you look like you should have some extra equipment down there.
7) But you remain somewhat hopeful despite this small defeat so you trudge out the dressing room and think oh it is just the fit of this pair of jeans...
8) You pick about another 5 pairs of jeans from 5 different manufacturers and 5 different sizes convinced they will fit and make you the next super model...
9) So, now you are working up a sweat which makes pulling jeans on and off a little harder...
10) Each pair has its own fit alright...and none of them fit. So, as if the holidays aren't bad enough, you feel even worse and swear you will never eat a thing until June so you can fit into those jeans.
11) So, after you have spent 2 hours in the dressing room, you finally give up and pull on the only pair of jeans you have that fit and walk out of the dressing room, defeated but swear that you are going to exercise every minute of the day and not eat until February. You will get into those jeans.
12) This act repeats itself in about 10 stores around the mall...Finally, you give up and head home...swearing you will exercise every other day and not eat a thing until January 15.
13) You are exhausted and must have some food to make the long journey to the car so you head to the cookie stand and buy a double doozie and figure you can start not eating tomorrow.
Saturday, December 19, 2009
Monday, December 14, 2009
Fat again
So, I deleted my blog because I didn't feel I deserve to blog under Iron Tri Chick because I am fat and lazy again...
The past few months I have really been on a downward slide and depression set in. My life is a mess. I can barely get out of bed because I don't feel I have anything to look forward to. My house is a mess because I don't feel like I want to clean up. This all came to a head last night... My husband was gone, no phone calls, no real emails, the only way I find out what everyone is doing is on facebook. Everyone is out and about having fun and I was at home alone. I was so sad. Finally as I got into bed, I realized that I cannot base my happiness on other people. I have to make myself happy.
Now, I have struggled with my weight my entire life. At my highest, I was 180 pounds and 28% body fat. I am now 152 and 25% body fat. This depressed me too. I wasn't willing to make the changes to change it though. However, that changes today. I got up and went for a run. Yes, I can hear the fabric of my capris rubbing together but at least I was out there. I came home and ate a good breakfast and stopped when I was full. I undeleted this blog because I know there are others out there struggling too. So, starting today...I make me happy. I clean up and start looking for things to look forward to. I clean up my diet and feel better about me. Today is truly the first day of the rest of my life...what can I do with it? The possibilities are endless.
The past few months I have really been on a downward slide and depression set in. My life is a mess. I can barely get out of bed because I don't feel I have anything to look forward to. My house is a mess because I don't feel like I want to clean up. This all came to a head last night... My husband was gone, no phone calls, no real emails, the only way I find out what everyone is doing is on facebook. Everyone is out and about having fun and I was at home alone. I was so sad. Finally as I got into bed, I realized that I cannot base my happiness on other people. I have to make myself happy.
Now, I have struggled with my weight my entire life. At my highest, I was 180 pounds and 28% body fat. I am now 152 and 25% body fat. This depressed me too. I wasn't willing to make the changes to change it though. However, that changes today. I got up and went for a run. Yes, I can hear the fabric of my capris rubbing together but at least I was out there. I came home and ate a good breakfast and stopped when I was full. I undeleted this blog because I know there are others out there struggling too. So, starting today...I make me happy. I clean up and start looking for things to look forward to. I clean up my diet and feel better about me. Today is truly the first day of the rest of my life...what can I do with it? The possibilities are endless.
Sunday, October 4, 2009
CNC
CNC is Cycle North Carolina. It is a week long trip and about 450 miles. The route changes every year. This year we rode from Blowing Rock to Surf City.
Day 1, Saturday - Up at 3 am to drive to Surf City to catch the bus to Blowing Rock. First thing off the bus, I see my friends, Bob and Christine. They are an awesome couple who have been married over 30 years and love each other more and more each day. They ride a tandem and SMOKE up the road. We finally get going at 9 am. Luckily, I am on the bus with Bob and Christine and Stan and Elizabeth (from our club). As we are driving to Blowing Rock, it starts raining ALOT! We get to Blowing Rock at around 4 pm and it is pouring down rain. Finally off the bus, we start to put up our tents and I hear from my friend, Allison! Then I see my friend from Tennessee, Ricky! It was awesome. After a little reunion, we hop in our tents and prepare for day 1 of our ride. Did I mention it was still raining?
Day 2, Sunday-Blowing Rock to Lenoir-58 miles. After a yummy breakfast, we head out to the Blue Ridge Parkway. AWESOME. Cannot even express in words how beautiful it was. The leaves were changing and the views were absolutely incredible. Of course we had to stop and take tons of pictures. Luckily we met up with our other friend, Sandy, on the way to the viaduct! Lots of climbing but tons of descending. On the way down, I realize that we were on the road where I ran a marathon a few years ago (Ridge to Bridge...downhill for 13 miles). We are flying downhill and this lady is laying on her horn like a crazy person. Like we really have somewhere else to go so I give her a salute and continue downhill. It was so fun! At the rest stop, we all meet back up and have some yummy BBQ. We roll into town and have a fun evening at the Tennesee Ranch.
Day 3, Monday, Lenior to Statesville-60 miles-Fun day. More climbing. Fun night in Statesville listening to local musicians and yummy pasta!
Day 4, Tuesday, Statesville to Thomasville-60 miles or so-Did I mention more climbing? By this day, I am asking God if this is a test? I want to be a better climber but not in one week! We roll in and both Allison and I have massages scheduled. Allison naps in the grass as we are just pooped. Ricky (Tennessee Ranch Master) tells us that Bobby Labonte (NASCAR driver) rode that day but we didn't see him. We go downtown for dinner and music. As Allison and I are standing downtown, this man walks by and I think I know that guy and sure enough it is Bobby Labonte. I go over and tell him my friend, Kathy, is a big fan of his and ask if I can get a picture of him....okay, I first say something dumb like you're Bobby Labonte (like he doesn't know who he is). I can tell he doesn't want everyone to bum rush him so I ask Allison if she can take a picture of my friend, Fred and I. She says hello to Fred and he says "yeah, we go way back!" It was so funny. Allison was not as entertained as I was but we went back over after I told her who he was. He introduced to his son, Tyler. It was awesome.
Day 5, Wednesday-Thomasville to Sanford-CENTURY day...Did I mention we are still riding hills? More climbing today than any other day. 4700 feet of climbing. We had a great day though. We stopped and had yummy biscuits and gravy and saw the Richard Petty museum. It was a long day and the roads were bumpy. We did it though. Bonus Allison and I got a great picture on our bikes...that never happens!
Day 6, Thursday-Sanford to Dunn-about 60 miles-Great day. We rolled quite well today! Roads were not as desirable as I wished but it is finally flattening out. As we rolled into town, there were about 5 guys on my wheel and I felt great! Allison and I went out for Mexican and had a great evening. We were afraid we might never get back to camp but then a great lady came by and got us back to camp!
Day 7, Friday-Dunn to Kenansville, 60 miles or so-Okay, I am ready to go home so we are rolling. Allison and I were often the only girls in a group of boys and we hung on with the best of them. It is flat and windy, which is what we ride! We get in right after noon. It was nice to hang out. Allison and I had massages and they were great. After working on some bikes, we hung out at the Tennessee Ranch! Unfortunately, our friend, Bob took a tumble off his bike courtesy of a little bitty dog. He was fine but had lots of road rash and required stitches in his elbow. Ever resilient he rode his bike back from the emergency road.
Day 8, Saturday, Kenansville to Surf City, 55 miles-Last year I wasn't ready to go home but this year I was so away we rode! It was great and I was so glad I had spent so many hours in the saddle! Never had I been able to hang on to a group like this. Tim and I rolled into Surf City. After I got off my bike, I went to the ocean! I took off my jersey and right into the ocean I went. This was the first time I had been to the ocean all year. It was great. This year I was quite moved and almost cried. It was so great to see all the riders come in! It was great to put my feet in the ocean with my friend, Allison. After about an hour, I was on my way home. It was a beautiful day. Lots of blue sky, in the 80s, top down on the Jeep and rolled home. Stopped by the shop to see my peeps and realized how much I missed them! They seem to miss me too!
It was a great week! I was ready to come home though. I am thankful for the opportunities that God has given me! I am also thankful for my cat and my little house! Thankful for my CNC friends too...Allison,Ricky, Tim, Bob, Christine, Sandy, Ragan and all my new friends along the way. Only one missing thing this year...missed my long distance partner, Jimmy D!
Day 1, Saturday - Up at 3 am to drive to Surf City to catch the bus to Blowing Rock. First thing off the bus, I see my friends, Bob and Christine. They are an awesome couple who have been married over 30 years and love each other more and more each day. They ride a tandem and SMOKE up the road. We finally get going at 9 am. Luckily, I am on the bus with Bob and Christine and Stan and Elizabeth (from our club). As we are driving to Blowing Rock, it starts raining ALOT! We get to Blowing Rock at around 4 pm and it is pouring down rain. Finally off the bus, we start to put up our tents and I hear from my friend, Allison! Then I see my friend from Tennessee, Ricky! It was awesome. After a little reunion, we hop in our tents and prepare for day 1 of our ride. Did I mention it was still raining?
Day 2, Sunday-Blowing Rock to Lenoir-58 miles. After a yummy breakfast, we head out to the Blue Ridge Parkway. AWESOME. Cannot even express in words how beautiful it was. The leaves were changing and the views were absolutely incredible. Of course we had to stop and take tons of pictures. Luckily we met up with our other friend, Sandy, on the way to the viaduct! Lots of climbing but tons of descending. On the way down, I realize that we were on the road where I ran a marathon a few years ago (Ridge to Bridge...downhill for 13 miles). We are flying downhill and this lady is laying on her horn like a crazy person. Like we really have somewhere else to go so I give her a salute and continue downhill. It was so fun! At the rest stop, we all meet back up and have some yummy BBQ. We roll into town and have a fun evening at the Tennesee Ranch.
Day 3, Monday, Lenior to Statesville-60 miles-Fun day. More climbing. Fun night in Statesville listening to local musicians and yummy pasta!
Day 4, Tuesday, Statesville to Thomasville-60 miles or so-Did I mention more climbing? By this day, I am asking God if this is a test? I want to be a better climber but not in one week! We roll in and both Allison and I have massages scheduled. Allison naps in the grass as we are just pooped. Ricky (Tennessee Ranch Master) tells us that Bobby Labonte (NASCAR driver) rode that day but we didn't see him. We go downtown for dinner and music. As Allison and I are standing downtown, this man walks by and I think I know that guy and sure enough it is Bobby Labonte. I go over and tell him my friend, Kathy, is a big fan of his and ask if I can get a picture of him....okay, I first say something dumb like you're Bobby Labonte (like he doesn't know who he is). I can tell he doesn't want everyone to bum rush him so I ask Allison if she can take a picture of my friend, Fred and I. She says hello to Fred and he says "yeah, we go way back!" It was so funny. Allison was not as entertained as I was but we went back over after I told her who he was. He introduced to his son, Tyler. It was awesome.
Day 5, Wednesday-Thomasville to Sanford-CENTURY day...Did I mention we are still riding hills? More climbing today than any other day. 4700 feet of climbing. We had a great day though. We stopped and had yummy biscuits and gravy and saw the Richard Petty museum. It was a long day and the roads were bumpy. We did it though. Bonus Allison and I got a great picture on our bikes...that never happens!
Day 6, Thursday-Sanford to Dunn-about 60 miles-Great day. We rolled quite well today! Roads were not as desirable as I wished but it is finally flattening out. As we rolled into town, there were about 5 guys on my wheel and I felt great! Allison and I went out for Mexican and had a great evening. We were afraid we might never get back to camp but then a great lady came by and got us back to camp!
Day 7, Friday-Dunn to Kenansville, 60 miles or so-Okay, I am ready to go home so we are rolling. Allison and I were often the only girls in a group of boys and we hung on with the best of them. It is flat and windy, which is what we ride! We get in right after noon. It was nice to hang out. Allison and I had massages and they were great. After working on some bikes, we hung out at the Tennessee Ranch! Unfortunately, our friend, Bob took a tumble off his bike courtesy of a little bitty dog. He was fine but had lots of road rash and required stitches in his elbow. Ever resilient he rode his bike back from the emergency road.
Day 8, Saturday, Kenansville to Surf City, 55 miles-Last year I wasn't ready to go home but this year I was so away we rode! It was great and I was so glad I had spent so many hours in the saddle! Never had I been able to hang on to a group like this. Tim and I rolled into Surf City. After I got off my bike, I went to the ocean! I took off my jersey and right into the ocean I went. This was the first time I had been to the ocean all year. It was great. This year I was quite moved and almost cried. It was so great to see all the riders come in! It was great to put my feet in the ocean with my friend, Allison. After about an hour, I was on my way home. It was a beautiful day. Lots of blue sky, in the 80s, top down on the Jeep and rolled home. Stopped by the shop to see my peeps and realized how much I missed them! They seem to miss me too!
It was a great week! I was ready to come home though. I am thankful for the opportunities that God has given me! I am also thankful for my cat and my little house! Thankful for my CNC friends too...Allison,Ricky, Tim, Bob, Christine, Sandy, Ragan and all my new friends along the way. Only one missing thing this year...missed my long distance partner, Jimmy D!
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
The first exam...
So today was my first exam in my Exercise Physiology class...now, people who know me know that I am not a science person. I am very real about things. I can explain and understand things in plain English. My professor, who taught at UT for 20 some odd years (Hook 'Em), is a science person. The exam was on 7 chapters including but not limited to Thermodynamics, the Krebs Cycle, ATP/ADP, NAD/NADH, lactic acid, etc, etc. The amount of information was quite overwhelming. I studied and got frustrated because there are some things I did not understand. (Okay, a LOT of things). Well, I typed my review and headed off to the gym at UNCG (which is really nice by the way). So, I get 2 miles into my run and my notebook falls off and stuff is flying everywhere. This nice young man offers to help me and I tell him that I am okay. It is not enough the whole gym saw this and they are all 12 years old (not really)! Well, I pick it up and start running again...again my notebook falls off and now one side of the binder is broken off. Well, I gotta get 4 miles in so back on the treadmill, again my notebook goes flying and papers everywhere. Well, finally I get the point and finish the last 2 miles without studying. So, I get to class and all the 16 year old students (okay, really they are mostly Masters students) are talking and I am getting more confused. Dr. Starnes comes in and hands out the exam and my mind goes into overdrive. Some of the stuff I didn't really study because I thought he was going to ask more about how ATP goes through the cytosol and mitochondria. BUT no, the exam was focused more on Thermodynamics. Needless to say, I am pretty sure I tanked the exam. This got me to wondering if I am really smart enough to be a Dr. I left class pretty defeated.
As I was driving home, I looked up and saw this great rainbow and I knew God was there. Maybe he was hitting me upside the head for not studying hard enough but He was there. I felt better about the situation and know I have to do better on the next 2 exams. Mind you, if you get below a B, then you get booted out of grad school.
So excited about CNC this coming week. I need a break from reality. I don't feel like I can get anything accomplished and end up feeling like a failure most of the time. After CNC, I plan to stay home for awhile on the weekends as I still have a ton of housework and yard work...oh and I need to study.
Tomorrow, I will be solo on my Thursday ride. Milanne is off sunning and scuba diving in Barbadoes...nice...not so nice for me but it will be fine. I hope to ride in the morning, come home to do some housework and pack for CNC and then ride in the pm with my peeps! Hope to lift weights too. Then off to CNC Saturday morning!! YEAH!
As I was driving home, I looked up and saw this great rainbow and I knew God was there. Maybe he was hitting me upside the head for not studying hard enough but He was there. I felt better about the situation and know I have to do better on the next 2 exams. Mind you, if you get below a B, then you get booted out of grad school.
So excited about CNC this coming week. I need a break from reality. I don't feel like I can get anything accomplished and end up feeling like a failure most of the time. After CNC, I plan to stay home for awhile on the weekends as I still have a ton of housework and yard work...oh and I need to study.
Tomorrow, I will be solo on my Thursday ride. Milanne is off sunning and scuba diving in Barbadoes...nice...not so nice for me but it will be fine. I hope to ride in the morning, come home to do some housework and pack for CNC and then ride in the pm with my peeps! Hope to lift weights too. Then off to CNC Saturday morning!! YEAH!
Monday, September 21, 2009
It's back...
Okay, after a brief hiatus, I am back.
In my quest to do 10,000 miles this year, I have done 6500 miles so far! YEAH! Next week, I will be cycling across North Carolina. This is one of my favorite weeks of the whole year! I look forward to seeing my friends, Allison and Ragan. Will miss Jimmy this year!
Tomorrow, I am teaching 3 spin class, hopefully a run, and weights. Haven't been lifting weights like I should and my weight is really showing it. I feel miserable about my weight! So, back I am to trying lose this weight that has plagued me my whole life.
In my quest to do 10,000 miles this year, I have done 6500 miles so far! YEAH! Next week, I will be cycling across North Carolina. This is one of my favorite weeks of the whole year! I look forward to seeing my friends, Allison and Ragan. Will miss Jimmy this year!
Tomorrow, I am teaching 3 spin class, hopefully a run, and weights. Haven't been lifting weights like I should and my weight is really showing it. I feel miserable about my weight! So, back I am to trying lose this weight that has plagued me my whole life.
Friday, July 31, 2009
This week...
This week has been quite interesting. Monday, at my bike shop job, I got nailed straight in the eyeball with some bicycle handlebars. Tuesday, I rode with my friend, Pat B. (who is quite an inspiration) and she broke her pedal and flipped end over end on her bike. Wednesday, nothing too interesting. Thursday, I fell in the woods, got scratched by a branch, got a flat, and chipped a filling. Today, I woke up to some strange bite on my bum.
On the good side, we are leaving for Vegas on Sunday. YEAH! I have 225 miles on the bike this week. I was hoping for 300 and I think I will get 62 or so tomorrow in Carthage. I might have to spin around my neighborhood tomorrow night.
Next week, I hope to relax and maybe run in Vegas. Then back to the grind. I really want to get in shape and lose some weight when we get back. It is frustrating. It seems like the same thing every day. I do well then eat like crap. AAAHHHH! It did not seem to be so hard in the past.
What can I do? Run, eat right, ride, lift weights and do the best I can!!!
On the good side, we are leaving for Vegas on Sunday. YEAH! I have 225 miles on the bike this week. I was hoping for 300 and I think I will get 62 or so tomorrow in Carthage. I might have to spin around my neighborhood tomorrow night.
Next week, I hope to relax and maybe run in Vegas. Then back to the grind. I really want to get in shape and lose some weight when we get back. It is frustrating. It seems like the same thing every day. I do well then eat like crap. AAAHHHH! It did not seem to be so hard in the past.
What can I do? Run, eat right, ride, lift weights and do the best I can!!!
Monday, July 27, 2009
24 Hours of Booty
So, earlier this year, my friend, Jimmy D., somehow managed to talk me into doing 24 Hours of Booty. It is a fundraiser for Lance Armstrong Foundation and other cancer research facilities. Basically, you can ride as little or as much as you can around this 3 mile loop while raising money for cancer. Seeing my dad died from cancer, my mom and stepdad have survived other forms of cancer, I thought it would be a good idea.
My goal was to ride 300 miles. However, I actually underestimated riding for 24 hours. I need sleep. Plus I had a great time hanging out with friends. We started riding at 7 pm on Friday, then we had a yummy dinner, and I rode until about 1:30 am. A little nap was called for so I got in my tent and slept until about 3:30 am. Up again to get 27 more miles. I loved riding at night. There were not that many people up and it was quiet. At 5:30 am, I had ate a couple of doughnuts and took another nap until 8 am. After breakfast, Allison and I were able to watch the Tour so we didn't get on our bikes until 10:30 am. We popped back in for lunch and back out to the Booty loop. At this point, I was trying to get 18 miles in at a time. The booty loop is wonderfully shaded so even though it was very hot, it wasn't so bad! Finally, I decide 175 miles is enough but Jimmy had to tell me he had 176 so I had to go out for just one more loop. I ended up with 178.5 miles. Next year, maybe I will try 200 miles.
During the ride, the thought of people with cancer kept me going. Think of the things we can do that people with cancer cannot. I know it sounds hokey but I thought that. I also spent a lot of time thinking about my dad. Sometimes I was angry and sometimes I was happy with him. But all in all, I think it was a worthwhile experience and hope to do it again.
Luckily, I also met some new friends (Carletta, Liz, Marcy, and Terri) and got to see some old ones (Allison and Jimmy). They were so awesome. Carletta really inspired me as she plugged along on her mountain bike for her first metric century. They were always smiling and happy! Jimmy always inspires me as he is always running around doing some crazy mountain bike/ice climbing/whatever else thing. Jimmy is a Type 1 Diabetic and it doesn't slow him down one bit.
Now, back to reality. Today is my day off from working out. I really would like to work out but I need the rest. 426.5 miles in a week is ALOT!!!!!! I need to get back to eating right, exercising, and lifting weights. I am very frustrated at myself for not doing each of these things. It is so hard! But the things I want will not come easy so I must work at it! Hopefully, I can get 300 miles on the bike in this week as we are off to Las Vegas on Sunday. Running must become enjoyable again as Jimmy has challenged me at Goofy's Challenge in January. Plus I hate to look at myself in the mirror as I think middle age is starting to catch up to me. Nothing like looking like a sausage on wheels.
This week's plan:
Monday-off
Tuesday-ride, weights
Wednesday-run
Thursday-ride, weights
Friday-run
Saturday-ride
Sunday-VIVA LAS VEGAS!!!!
My goal was to ride 300 miles. However, I actually underestimated riding for 24 hours. I need sleep. Plus I had a great time hanging out with friends. We started riding at 7 pm on Friday, then we had a yummy dinner, and I rode until about 1:30 am. A little nap was called for so I got in my tent and slept until about 3:30 am. Up again to get 27 more miles. I loved riding at night. There were not that many people up and it was quiet. At 5:30 am, I had ate a couple of doughnuts and took another nap until 8 am. After breakfast, Allison and I were able to watch the Tour so we didn't get on our bikes until 10:30 am. We popped back in for lunch and back out to the Booty loop. At this point, I was trying to get 18 miles in at a time. The booty loop is wonderfully shaded so even though it was very hot, it wasn't so bad! Finally, I decide 175 miles is enough but Jimmy had to tell me he had 176 so I had to go out for just one more loop. I ended up with 178.5 miles. Next year, maybe I will try 200 miles.
During the ride, the thought of people with cancer kept me going. Think of the things we can do that people with cancer cannot. I know it sounds hokey but I thought that. I also spent a lot of time thinking about my dad. Sometimes I was angry and sometimes I was happy with him. But all in all, I think it was a worthwhile experience and hope to do it again.
Luckily, I also met some new friends (Carletta, Liz, Marcy, and Terri) and got to see some old ones (Allison and Jimmy). They were so awesome. Carletta really inspired me as she plugged along on her mountain bike for her first metric century. They were always smiling and happy! Jimmy always inspires me as he is always running around doing some crazy mountain bike/ice climbing/whatever else thing. Jimmy is a Type 1 Diabetic and it doesn't slow him down one bit.
Now, back to reality. Today is my day off from working out. I really would like to work out but I need the rest. 426.5 miles in a week is ALOT!!!!!! I need to get back to eating right, exercising, and lifting weights. I am very frustrated at myself for not doing each of these things. It is so hard! But the things I want will not come easy so I must work at it! Hopefully, I can get 300 miles on the bike in this week as we are off to Las Vegas on Sunday. Running must become enjoyable again as Jimmy has challenged me at Goofy's Challenge in January. Plus I hate to look at myself in the mirror as I think middle age is starting to catch up to me. Nothing like looking like a sausage on wheels.
This week's plan:
Monday-off
Tuesday-ride, weights
Wednesday-run
Thursday-ride, weights
Friday-run
Saturday-ride
Sunday-VIVA LAS VEGAS!!!!
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
Long Time Since My Last Post...
Back to the Blog...
The past few months have been fun but I need to get back on track. I have gained some weight and feel huge. So, yesterday I started to turn over a new leaf in my forest. Back to Weight Watchers, P90X (Again) and trying to be much more positive.
This weekend I am going to do 24 Hours of Booty with two of my CNC friends. I hope to get in 300 miles over this 24 hours. I hope I can do it!! The past few weeks I have had great mileage week. Thanks to my friend, Milanne, who is willing to ride some crazy mileage with me. Finally, I think all this work is paying off. I feel great and am cycling better than the past cycling years. I also feel I am well on my way to my year goal of 10,000miles. Over 4,000 miles so far.
This Fall, UNCG has accepted me to start my doctoral work. One day, I might actually have Dr. in front of my name. YEAH!!!! This is very scary but exciting.
Update complete and hope to get the blog to a much more regular basis.
The past few months have been fun but I need to get back on track. I have gained some weight and feel huge. So, yesterday I started to turn over a new leaf in my forest. Back to Weight Watchers, P90X (Again) and trying to be much more positive.
This weekend I am going to do 24 Hours of Booty with two of my CNC friends. I hope to get in 300 miles over this 24 hours. I hope I can do it!! The past few weeks I have had great mileage week. Thanks to my friend, Milanne, who is willing to ride some crazy mileage with me. Finally, I think all this work is paying off. I feel great and am cycling better than the past cycling years. I also feel I am well on my way to my year goal of 10,000miles. Over 4,000 miles so far.
This Fall, UNCG has accepted me to start my doctoral work. One day, I might actually have Dr. in front of my name. YEAH!!!! This is very scary but exciting.
Update complete and hope to get the blog to a much more regular basis.
Sunday, June 14, 2009
I hope you dance
I Hope You Dance by Lee Ann Womack
I hope you never lose your sense of wonder You get your fill to eat But always keep that hunger May you never take one single breath for granted God forbid love ever leave you empty handed I hope you still feel small When you stand by the ocean Whenever one door closes, I hope one more opens Promise me you'll give faith a fighting chance And when you get the choice to sit it out or dance I hope you dance I hope you dance
I hope you never fear those mountains in the distance Never settle for the path of least resistance Living might mean taking chances But they're worth taking Lovin' might be a mistake But it's worth making Don't let some hell bent heart Leave you bitter When you come close to selling out Reconsider Give the heavens above More than just a passing glance
And when you get the choice to sit it out or dance I hope you dance (Time is a real and constant motion always) I hope you dance (Rolling us along) I hope you dance (Tell me who) I hope you dance (Wants to look back on their youth and wonder) (Where those years have gone) I hope you still feel small When you stand by the ocean Whenever one door closes, I hope one more opens Promise me you'll give faith a fighting chance And when you get the choice to sit it out or dance Dance I hope you dance I hope you dance (Time is a real and constant motion always) I hope you dance (Rolling us along) I hope you dance (Tell me who) (Wants to look back on their youth and wonder) I hope you dance (Where those years have gone) (Tell me who) I hope you dance (Wants to look back on their youth and wonder) (Where those years have gone)
Pa
My mom gave me this bear that played this song. My mom has danced and she is quite an inspiration to me. She is strong and fun and I love her too much! Think about this song though...some people stay on the sidelines and never dance. However, if you do not dance, you can't get the high from that and on the same token, you can't feel the hurt. Some people say I am emotional and that is a-okay. My therapist says I am too much one way or another. I am either high or low. That is true. If I am happy, I am really happy and if I am sad, I am really sad. However, the power of both of these emotions makes me the person I am. While I might be emotional and moody, at least most people know where they stand with me. I can look in the mirror and like who I am becoming. Is it the thin triathlete? No. Is it me - just me? Absolutely. Will I dance? You better believe it! Love you all!
I hope you never lose your sense of wonder You get your fill to eat But always keep that hunger May you never take one single breath for granted God forbid love ever leave you empty handed I hope you still feel small When you stand by the ocean Whenever one door closes, I hope one more opens Promise me you'll give faith a fighting chance And when you get the choice to sit it out or dance I hope you dance I hope you dance
I hope you never fear those mountains in the distance Never settle for the path of least resistance Living might mean taking chances But they're worth taking Lovin' might be a mistake But it's worth making Don't let some hell bent heart Leave you bitter When you come close to selling out Reconsider Give the heavens above More than just a passing glance
And when you get the choice to sit it out or dance I hope you dance (Time is a real and constant motion always) I hope you dance (Rolling us along) I hope you dance (Tell me who) I hope you dance (Wants to look back on their youth and wonder) (Where those years have gone) I hope you still feel small When you stand by the ocean Whenever one door closes, I hope one more opens Promise me you'll give faith a fighting chance And when you get the choice to sit it out or dance Dance I hope you dance I hope you dance (Time is a real and constant motion always) I hope you dance (Rolling us along) I hope you dance (Tell me who) (Wants to look back on their youth and wonder) I hope you dance (Where those years have gone) (Tell me who) I hope you dance (Wants to look back on their youth and wonder) (Where those years have gone)
Pa
My mom gave me this bear that played this song. My mom has danced and she is quite an inspiration to me. She is strong and fun and I love her too much! Think about this song though...some people stay on the sidelines and never dance. However, if you do not dance, you can't get the high from that and on the same token, you can't feel the hurt. Some people say I am emotional and that is a-okay. My therapist says I am too much one way or another. I am either high or low. That is true. If I am happy, I am really happy and if I am sad, I am really sad. However, the power of both of these emotions makes me the person I am. While I might be emotional and moody, at least most people know where they stand with me. I can look in the mirror and like who I am becoming. Is it the thin triathlete? No. Is it me - just me? Absolutely. Will I dance? You better believe it! Love you all!
Tuesday, June 9, 2009
Where did May go?
Can't believe I did not make a blog post all of May. WOW!
Well, I am not doing too great in Ironman retirement. I have been riding but not running too much. I am in my 5th week of P90x and hope it works. Somehow, I let my friend, Susan, talk me into doing the 10 miler on Thursday. We will see how that works out.
Every day I say tomorrow is a new day. It is but I must make the changes I want to see. It is very hard. It seemed easier before but not now. You know that saying something about turning over a new leaf, I feel like I have turned over an entire forest. So, I have decided to just have one main goal a day and see how that works out. Yesterday, it was not to eat after 8 pm and I did it. Today, I did not really make one but I will tomorrow. I want to lose weight and feel desperate to do so but my actions do not mirror that. So, I will try to take one step at a time and do the best I can. That is all I can do.
The rest of this week should be interesting...here is the workout plan:
Wednesday-run, P90X, maybe ride to work
Thursday-10 miler, ride, P90X
Friday-run, P90X, hopefully ride before work
Saturday-ride
Sunday-ride
Some great news though...
1) I have been accepted into the Ed.D program in Exercise and Sport Science at UNC Greensboro and will start in the Fall.
2) I signed up for Goofy's Challenge in January.
3) I installed a battery in my old Dodge and it works!!!
4) At work, I will be able to get my hands dirty and work on bikes!
Things are looking up!!!
Well, I am not doing too great in Ironman retirement. I have been riding but not running too much. I am in my 5th week of P90x and hope it works. Somehow, I let my friend, Susan, talk me into doing the 10 miler on Thursday. We will see how that works out.
Every day I say tomorrow is a new day. It is but I must make the changes I want to see. It is very hard. It seemed easier before but not now. You know that saying something about turning over a new leaf, I feel like I have turned over an entire forest. So, I have decided to just have one main goal a day and see how that works out. Yesterday, it was not to eat after 8 pm and I did it. Today, I did not really make one but I will tomorrow. I want to lose weight and feel desperate to do so but my actions do not mirror that. So, I will try to take one step at a time and do the best I can. That is all I can do.
The rest of this week should be interesting...here is the workout plan:
Wednesday-run, P90X, maybe ride to work
Thursday-10 miler, ride, P90X
Friday-run, P90X, hopefully ride before work
Saturday-ride
Sunday-ride
Some great news though...
1) I have been accepted into the Ed.D program in Exercise and Sport Science at UNC Greensboro and will start in the Fall.
2) I signed up for Goofy's Challenge in January.
3) I installed a battery in my old Dodge and it works!!!
4) At work, I will be able to get my hands dirty and work on bikes!
Things are looking up!!!
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Tuesday and feeling fine!
So, this morning, I rode with one of my very favorite riding pals, Pat. He is just the best. He listens to me babble endlessly about mindless stuff while he actually has real stuff to worry about...he is an assistant fire chief and saves lives and stuff. Anyway, we had a delightful ride through the hills and we didn't do too bad at all. I got in 45 miles and then actually ran 3 miles. Usually, I don't like to run in mid day but lately I have been getting pretty good at it. The breeze was nice. The pace was not blazing fast but I did it. I have White Lake Half on Saturday and I think I can muddle through it. Oh...and White Lake Sprint on Sunday. After that, I might be retiring from triathlon but we will wait and see.
So, I am very excited that I actually will have nothing long to train for after this week. I am looking forward to trying a few new things and more riding and running. I actually do feel like a weight has been lifted off my shoulders and even though I lost money, I think I gained time. I really want to be able to do other stuff without worrying about missing training and stuff. I actually agreed to go with Pat next week to try a time trial. Let's see how that goes. Who knows! I feel great today and hope I do next week.
Now, I have time to focus on other things like losing 13 pounds and some fat, my house and my yard. Maybe Doodle will actually be able to take me to the beach for a weekend! Leo and I are planning a trip to DC to do a Rails to Trails ride.
So, I have new goals without so many restrictions...
1) I will ride more.
2) I will lift more.
3) I will run more.
4) I will have the nicest house on the block.
5) I will clean more.
6) I will keep my weight down or lose weight. I will weigh 135 and wear a size 6 by the end of summer!
7) I will be a better climber.
8) I will be a better friend.
9) I will not waste my days off.
10) I will save money by riding and buying only things that are needed.
So, I am very excited that I actually will have nothing long to train for after this week. I am looking forward to trying a few new things and more riding and running. I actually do feel like a weight has been lifted off my shoulders and even though I lost money, I think I gained time. I really want to be able to do other stuff without worrying about missing training and stuff. I actually agreed to go with Pat next week to try a time trial. Let's see how that goes. Who knows! I feel great today and hope I do next week.
Now, I have time to focus on other things like losing 13 pounds and some fat, my house and my yard. Maybe Doodle will actually be able to take me to the beach for a weekend! Leo and I are planning a trip to DC to do a Rails to Trails ride.
So, I have new goals without so many restrictions...
1) I will ride more.
2) I will lift more.
3) I will run more.
4) I will have the nicest house on the block.
5) I will clean more.
6) I will keep my weight down or lose weight. I will weigh 135 and wear a size 6 by the end of summer!
7) I will be a better climber.
8) I will be a better friend.
9) I will not waste my days off.
10) I will save money by riding and buying only things that are needed.
Thursday, April 23, 2009
IM Canada
After weeks of training and thinking about IM Canada, I have decided to withdraw from the race. I have zero motivation and I really do not want to put in the training that will be required. I hope it will take the pressure off me and I will feel more like running and riding. I still have White Lake Half and Sprint next week. I worry that I will get lazy and end up as big as a whale but I feel this is the right decision. I haven't swam that much and haven't lifted weights in a long time. Maybe this is the perfect time for a little break.
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Sunday Sunday Sunday
Sunday...my favorite day. I got up and rode our regular Sunday ride. Of course, this is supposed to be a social ride and never turns out that way. That was frustrating to me today. I was very tired after riding over 200 miles this week. But it ended well and that is what is important...except for my little crash in the parking lot where I ended up on the ground. Glad to be such humor for Hal, Leo and Kristi! Got up fine with just a little scratch of my knee.
Think I will start P90X with some modifications. I will only do the weights. I think what happened last time is that I had to do cardio plus my regular stuff. I need something different so I can lose 10 pounds and look buffer. I tried some shorts on today and they were too tight in the legs but gapped in the waist. So, to combat the depression from that I drank some wine and felt much better.
Lately, I have been so disappointed in myself. I don't seem to get anything done. I do not want to run or swim. Mostly, I want to ride my bike. I have White Lake Half in two weeks and the most I have ran is 6.7 miles. Well, if I know it is going to suck then I am prepared for it. I am hoping White Lake will get me pumped up for IM Canada. What if it doesn't? I do not think I will go to IM Canada because I am not really having as much fun as I used to. I do not feel willing to commit to the 15-20 hours a week of training.
Tomorrow, I am off working out. I plan to work and work out my P90X stuff on my work out schedule. Think I need something different.
Got this from my SparkPoints mailer...Thought it was perfect for how I feel lately.
There are only two options regarding commitment. You're either IN or you're OUT. There's no such thing as life in-between.- Pat Riley, basketball coach
Are You Giving Your Goals Your Best Effort? Your dreams deserve better than a half-hearted effort. Meet your goals with a weak handshake and they'll soon be waving you goodbye. Since you probably don't want to look back on a life full of "almost made it" memories, it's time for total commitment. Leave it all on the field, don't hold anything back. Is there anything more satisfying than pouring out your entire being, straddling the cliff, reaching your total limit, then looking up and realizing that oh-my-gosh-I-can't-believe-I-really-did-it? And is there anything more tragic than failing and realizing you could have done more? If you feel "tuned out" of your current life, that's okay. Make your first goal to build a life that you can get "in"-to. Then don't look back. Make every day count and live purposefully, live energetically, live completely.
Think I will start P90X with some modifications. I will only do the weights. I think what happened last time is that I had to do cardio plus my regular stuff. I need something different so I can lose 10 pounds and look buffer. I tried some shorts on today and they were too tight in the legs but gapped in the waist. So, to combat the depression from that I drank some wine and felt much better.
Lately, I have been so disappointed in myself. I don't seem to get anything done. I do not want to run or swim. Mostly, I want to ride my bike. I have White Lake Half in two weeks and the most I have ran is 6.7 miles. Well, if I know it is going to suck then I am prepared for it. I am hoping White Lake will get me pumped up for IM Canada. What if it doesn't? I do not think I will go to IM Canada because I am not really having as much fun as I used to. I do not feel willing to commit to the 15-20 hours a week of training.
Tomorrow, I am off working out. I plan to work and work out my P90X stuff on my work out schedule. Think I need something different.
Got this from my SparkPoints mailer...Thought it was perfect for how I feel lately.
There are only two options regarding commitment. You're either IN or you're OUT. There's no such thing as life in-between.- Pat Riley, basketball coach
Are You Giving Your Goals Your Best Effort? Your dreams deserve better than a half-hearted effort. Meet your goals with a weak handshake and they'll soon be waving you goodbye. Since you probably don't want to look back on a life full of "almost made it" memories, it's time for total commitment. Leave it all on the field, don't hold anything back. Is there anything more satisfying than pouring out your entire being, straddling the cliff, reaching your total limit, then looking up and realizing that oh-my-gosh-I-can't-believe-I-really-did-it? And is there anything more tragic than failing and realizing you could have done more? If you feel "tuned out" of your current life, that's okay. Make your first goal to build a life that you can get "in"-to. Then don't look back. Make every day count and live purposefully, live energetically, live completely.
Sunday, April 12, 2009
Blog got a little behind...
Happy Easter to all! An email from my mother-in-law sent us an email today that said "This is the day the Lord has made and let us rejoice in it!" God bless each and every one of you!
Today, we had our regular Sunday ride. It was a good group but some of the group got a little frisky! Guess we need to define social...A good group nonetheless!
The past few weeks I have felt a little pooped...My workouts haven't gone quite the way I want but they have been going. Every day I say I am going to do better and I don't. How do I make this change? Guess just have to do it. Wish it was easier but nothing good comes easy or without work! Guess that explains why I never win the lottery!
So bummed that one of my best riding buddies, Pat, had his bike stolen from his garage. Who would take a man's bike? It just stinks! Wish I could win the lottery and buy him a new bike!
This week's plan...we will see how this goes.
Monday-off
Tuesday-4 spin classes (last day of school YEAH!), run, bike, weights
Wednesday-swim and spin class
Thursday-run, bike weights
Friday-swim...or Spring Ride...it depends on if my spouse leaves or not.
Saturday and Sunday-ride
Need to work on running longer and doing a short brick. Last week we rode 66 miles and ran 6 miles and it was better than I expected.
Have a great week!
Today, we had our regular Sunday ride. It was a good group but some of the group got a little frisky! Guess we need to define social...A good group nonetheless!
The past few weeks I have felt a little pooped...My workouts haven't gone quite the way I want but they have been going. Every day I say I am going to do better and I don't. How do I make this change? Guess just have to do it. Wish it was easier but nothing good comes easy or without work! Guess that explains why I never win the lottery!
So bummed that one of my best riding buddies, Pat, had his bike stolen from his garage. Who would take a man's bike? It just stinks! Wish I could win the lottery and buy him a new bike!
This week's plan...we will see how this goes.
Monday-off
Tuesday-4 spin classes (last day of school YEAH!), run, bike, weights
Wednesday-swim and spin class
Thursday-run, bike weights
Friday-swim...or Spring Ride...it depends on if my spouse leaves or not.
Saturday and Sunday-ride
Need to work on running longer and doing a short brick. Last week we rode 66 miles and ran 6 miles and it was better than I expected.
Have a great week!
Sunday, March 29, 2009
Sunday
Sunday is my favorite day. Today was no exception. Went for a ride with some great people although it was very windy. Ran 6 minutes after my ride and Leo even ran a lap with me. Got home and hung out. Then spent 2 hours raking black walnuts. Hard work but have been putting it off forever. Then dinner and a shopping spot. Clean up and the day is done. Sunday is my favorite because everyone seems a little more laid back.
Only missed one bike ride and weights this week due to rain and feeling crappy. This is an improvement. This week's schedule...same as last week....
Monday-off
Tuesday-teach 4 spin classes, run, weights, bike
Wednesday-swim, teach 2 spin classes
Thursday-run, weights, bike
Friday-swim
Saturday-Crankin' for Crohn's ride (maybe duathlon)
Sunday-Recovery ride
POSITIVE QUOTE OF THE DAY
When you take a risk and step out of the norm, you run the risk and sometimes you fail. But you only fail if you give up. -- J Peterman
How true...I fail all the time but I do try it again later. I want to be a better person but I fail often but I keep trying...that is all all of us can do! Have a fabulous week!
Only missed one bike ride and weights this week due to rain and feeling crappy. This is an improvement. This week's schedule...same as last week....
Monday-off
Tuesday-teach 4 spin classes, run, weights, bike
Wednesday-swim, teach 2 spin classes
Thursday-run, weights, bike
Friday-swim
Saturday-Crankin' for Crohn's ride (maybe duathlon)
Sunday-Recovery ride
POSITIVE QUOTE OF THE DAY
When you take a risk and step out of the norm, you run the risk and sometimes you fail. But you only fail if you give up. -- J Peterman
How true...I fail all the time but I do try it again later. I want to be a better person but I fail often but I keep trying...that is all all of us can do! Have a fabulous week!
Friday, March 27, 2009
New week, new me!!! gets a little stalled...
Well, this week started off with a bang...it still has bang-like qualities but not as much as I had hoped. This week, I have been really tired. Maybe it is allergies, I hope. Tuesday, I was not feeling well so I went home early. Anyhow, I got most of my workouts in just need to ride two more times and lift weights. Hopefully, the rain holds off tomorrow so I can ride with my peeps.
Yesterday, I was in the pool and this nice lady was next to me and we chatted while kicking down the lane. She was asking me something about long course...hello, I do not know what that is...I just swim. I have never competed in anything but one local swim meet. She said the nicest thing though, "You look like a swimmer." Really, I have never looked like an athlete, I think, so it was really nice!
POSITIVE QUOTE OF THE DAY (I need this one!)
You cannot add to the peace and good will of the world if you fail tocreate an atmosphere of harmony and love right where you live and work.-- Thomas Dreier
Yesterday, I was in the pool and this nice lady was next to me and we chatted while kicking down the lane. She was asking me something about long course...hello, I do not know what that is...I just swim. I have never competed in anything but one local swim meet. She said the nicest thing though, "You look like a swimmer." Really, I have never looked like an athlete, I think, so it was really nice!
POSITIVE QUOTE OF THE DAY (I need this one!)
You cannot add to the peace and good will of the world if you fail tocreate an atmosphere of harmony and love right where you live and work.-- Thomas Dreier
Monday, March 23, 2009
New week, new me!!!
For a long time, I have been saying I am going to make some changes in my life. For example, better housekeeping, better organizer, faster cyclist/runner, better climber, lose weight, be neater, eat better, get all my workouts in, etc. Well, the day has come and gone many times and I always end up back in the same place - disappointed. So, today, I am turning over a new leaf and starting again. Will I stumble, yes? Will I ever be disappointed by these things again? Yes. Will I get up the next day and try again? Yes because that is all I can do. Every step forward is a step in the right direction.
Today is a day off from working out. Last week, I finally got my 200 miles in on the bike! YEAH!! Had a great recovery ride yesterday with the Sunday group. Everyone was very pleasant and it was one of the most enjoyable rides I have had in a long time. It was a small group but had some of my favorite people in it. Everyone chatted and had a good day. We even had a nice guy and he did quite well for his first ride in 10 years.
This week:
Tuesday-run, teach 4 spin classes, weights, bike
Wednesday-swim, teach 1 spin class
Thursday- run, bike, weights
Friday-swim and run if I missed a run
Saturday-brick
Sunday-ride
Thought this was appropriate for today's post....(from SparkPeople.com)
Who I am really keeps surprising me.- Nikki Giovanni
What we can learn from our path to the present
Often in moments of discouragement or depression, it's easy to feel that your life is going nowhere or that change is impossible. But it's simply not true! Take a minute to think back over your life. Chances are, you'll see a lot of growth in all of your formative areas. From childish playing, to youthful impulsiveness and adult reasoning, life sure has taken you on a rollercoaster hasn't it? When you were young, someone probably asked you what you wanted to be when you grew up. If someone posed that same question to you now, what would you say? Let this reflection be an indicator of your dreams.
Today is a day off from working out. Last week, I finally got my 200 miles in on the bike! YEAH!! Had a great recovery ride yesterday with the Sunday group. Everyone was very pleasant and it was one of the most enjoyable rides I have had in a long time. It was a small group but had some of my favorite people in it. Everyone chatted and had a good day. We even had a nice guy and he did quite well for his first ride in 10 years.
This week:
Tuesday-run, teach 4 spin classes, weights, bike
Wednesday-swim, teach 1 spin class
Thursday- run, bike, weights
Friday-swim and run if I missed a run
Saturday-brick
Sunday-ride
Thought this was appropriate for today's post....(from SparkPeople.com)
Who I am really keeps surprising me.- Nikki Giovanni
What we can learn from our path to the present
Often in moments of discouragement or depression, it's easy to feel that your life is going nowhere or that change is impossible. But it's simply not true! Take a minute to think back over your life. Chances are, you'll see a lot of growth in all of your formative areas. From childish playing, to youthful impulsiveness and adult reasoning, life sure has taken you on a rollercoaster hasn't it? When you were young, someone probably asked you what you wanted to be when you grew up. If someone posed that same question to you now, what would you say? Let this reflection be an indicator of your dreams.
Thursday, March 19, 2009
Thursday
Thursdays are my day off! I am so thankful for them! Usually I ride with my regular Thursday ride pal, Pat, but his daughter had to go to the orthodonist. I was bummed but I got to sleep in. I plan to ride with friends this afternoon and lift weights. I should have ran this morning but didn't.
Yesterday was exercise in patience for me. First, Ivan taught spinning so I did not have to get up so early. So, I planned to swim, go to the chiropractor and hairdresser and go to work. I took off work to get my hair done and I was so excited. Well, as I back out of the driveway I not only hit the garbage can (that the trashmen neglected to pick up the day before) but also the stones on my flower bed. YUCK! So, I get to the gym and the pool is full. No one wants to circle swim so I wait. Then a nice man let me have his side of one lane. As I get into the pool and get my hair wet, I realize I forgot my goggles. I had to run quickly to the locker room and get them. So, I rush to get my swim in and run quickly through the shower and my hair is everywhere!!! I get to the chiropractor at 8:16 am and my phone rings. It seems my hairdresser is out and can they reschedule me or can I go to someone else? Now, Jenni has cut my hair for 5 years. Even when she was on maternity leave, I did not get my hair cut. However, my hair is everywhere and I can't go to work like this. So, I agree to let someone else cut my hair but not color (in a week I will look like trailer park trash with 2 inch roots). Then I wait 30 minutes to get in to the chiropractor. I try to rush out but he chatted with me. I rush to the hairdresser and get my hair cut. It was not horrible, however, one side is a little longer than the other. AAAAHHHH! I decide since I am off to run a few errands...the bank, the post office, vitamin store, etc. Since my hair did not get color I decide to get my toes done before work (Doodle says my feet look like homeless people feet). I get to work and as I am walking in, a cute dog comes and greets me. As I get to work, a customer comes in and wants something locked up outside. We look everywhere for the keys and finally have to get the bolt cutter. About an hour later...here comes one of our coworkers with the key....There are only 2 salespeople on the floor and while not slammed, it was very busy. My Doodle comes in and brings me a new fancy schmancy phone!!! As he is explaining it and how much it will costs, the phone is ringing! The guys at work teased me all day as they knew I was frustrated. Then, I get to spinning class and can't find my MP3 player to play my workout. Luckily, one of my students turned in their extra credit with a CD so I used that. Finally, I get home and not too much else went on. Thanks goodness! AAAAAHHHHH!
Today, I pulled weeds outside as it is beautiful!!! While I was out, my next door neighbor, Shirley, comes home. Ms. Shirley had gastric bypass a few months ago and shortly thereafter, broke her ankle. I was so worried about her. Today, she looked absolutely fantastic. She is in a wheelchair but she looks great. I am so thankful for her health!!!!! She is one of the nicest people I know. When I had shoulder surgery, she cooked me homemade chicken noodle soup and collards (YUMMY!) She is so sweet!
So, a good day so far! Tomorrow, swim and run. Today, ride and weights. Saturday and Sunday-ride...God willing and the creeks don't rise!
POSITIVE QUOTE OF THE DAY
Courage does not always roar. Sometimes, it is the quiet voice at theend of the day saying, "I will try again tomorrow". -- Anonymous
So true...some days that is the best we can do. Some people just give up...as long as we try again, maybe that is the ultimate sign of courage.
Yesterday was exercise in patience for me. First, Ivan taught spinning so I did not have to get up so early. So, I planned to swim, go to the chiropractor and hairdresser and go to work. I took off work to get my hair done and I was so excited. Well, as I back out of the driveway I not only hit the garbage can (that the trashmen neglected to pick up the day before) but also the stones on my flower bed. YUCK! So, I get to the gym and the pool is full. No one wants to circle swim so I wait. Then a nice man let me have his side of one lane. As I get into the pool and get my hair wet, I realize I forgot my goggles. I had to run quickly to the locker room and get them. So, I rush to get my swim in and run quickly through the shower and my hair is everywhere!!! I get to the chiropractor at 8:16 am and my phone rings. It seems my hairdresser is out and can they reschedule me or can I go to someone else? Now, Jenni has cut my hair for 5 years. Even when she was on maternity leave, I did not get my hair cut. However, my hair is everywhere and I can't go to work like this. So, I agree to let someone else cut my hair but not color (in a week I will look like trailer park trash with 2 inch roots). Then I wait 30 minutes to get in to the chiropractor. I try to rush out but he chatted with me. I rush to the hairdresser and get my hair cut. It was not horrible, however, one side is a little longer than the other. AAAAHHHH! I decide since I am off to run a few errands...the bank, the post office, vitamin store, etc. Since my hair did not get color I decide to get my toes done before work (Doodle says my feet look like homeless people feet). I get to work and as I am walking in, a cute dog comes and greets me. As I get to work, a customer comes in and wants something locked up outside. We look everywhere for the keys and finally have to get the bolt cutter. About an hour later...here comes one of our coworkers with the key....There are only 2 salespeople on the floor and while not slammed, it was very busy. My Doodle comes in and brings me a new fancy schmancy phone!!! As he is explaining it and how much it will costs, the phone is ringing! The guys at work teased me all day as they knew I was frustrated. Then, I get to spinning class and can't find my MP3 player to play my workout. Luckily, one of my students turned in their extra credit with a CD so I used that. Finally, I get home and not too much else went on. Thanks goodness! AAAAAHHHHH!
Today, I pulled weeds outside as it is beautiful!!! While I was out, my next door neighbor, Shirley, comes home. Ms. Shirley had gastric bypass a few months ago and shortly thereafter, broke her ankle. I was so worried about her. Today, she looked absolutely fantastic. She is in a wheelchair but she looks great. I am so thankful for her health!!!!! She is one of the nicest people I know. When I had shoulder surgery, she cooked me homemade chicken noodle soup and collards (YUMMY!) She is so sweet!
So, a good day so far! Tomorrow, swim and run. Today, ride and weights. Saturday and Sunday-ride...God willing and the creeks don't rise!
POSITIVE QUOTE OF THE DAY
Courage does not always roar. Sometimes, it is the quiet voice at theend of the day saying, "I will try again tomorrow". -- Anonymous
So true...some days that is the best we can do. Some people just give up...as long as we try again, maybe that is the ultimate sign of courage.
Sunday, March 15, 2009
We can't become what we need by remaining what we are.
We can't become what we need by remaining what we are.- Max Dupree
Do you have a design for change? Do you have a desire to lose weight, have more children, or try a new career? If so, are you taking appropriate steps towards these desires? Often your wants turn into lip service, and because of that wishy-washy determination, you may never reach your goal. The reality of life is that we need to change something in order to get something. For example, you cannot lose weight and build a healthier body by eating what you are now and remaining at the same exercise level. Formulate a plan for success by breaking down your goal into several smaller steps to promote a more optimistic and realistic strategy! (From Sparkpeople.com)
This was in my inbox yesterday and it got me to thinking...am I doing the things I need to to make a change? Am I taking the steps needed to reach these desires? The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results. Am I working harder than ever to get better results? I am pushing myself harder than ever before but is it enough? Am I doing what I need to to get to the body size I want? Am I eating the right things to get the results I want? Can I do better? Well, of course, we can always do better. I just have to stop the lip service and do it!!! I have a plan for the workouts and now I need a plan for my food. I am taking small steps and know it has to be realistic. All I can do is put one foot in front of the other!
This week's plan...
Monday-swim or run, teach 1 spin class
Tuesday-teach 4 spin classes, run, bike, weights
Wednesday-swim, teach 2 spin classes
Thursday-run, bike, weights (if run on Monday, no run)
Friday-swim (if swim on Monday, day off)
Saturday-bike
Sunday-bike
Today, I ran 4 miles. It got better as the run went on. As I started, it was not great. However, I ran in the soft rain and I felt as God was washing away all the junk. It was so peaceful and quiet. I listened to Jordin Spark's song "One Step at a Time" and it reminded me that anything worth having comes one step at a time. "It's gonna happen when it's supposed to happen and we find the reason why one step at a time."
Have a great week! Positive Quote of the Day...Hebrews 12: 1: Let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. (Thanks Mom for the quote!)
Do you have a design for change? Do you have a desire to lose weight, have more children, or try a new career? If so, are you taking appropriate steps towards these desires? Often your wants turn into lip service, and because of that wishy-washy determination, you may never reach your goal. The reality of life is that we need to change something in order to get something. For example, you cannot lose weight and build a healthier body by eating what you are now and remaining at the same exercise level. Formulate a plan for success by breaking down your goal into several smaller steps to promote a more optimistic and realistic strategy! (From Sparkpeople.com)
This was in my inbox yesterday and it got me to thinking...am I doing the things I need to to make a change? Am I taking the steps needed to reach these desires? The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results. Am I working harder than ever to get better results? I am pushing myself harder than ever before but is it enough? Am I doing what I need to to get to the body size I want? Am I eating the right things to get the results I want? Can I do better? Well, of course, we can always do better. I just have to stop the lip service and do it!!! I have a plan for the workouts and now I need a plan for my food. I am taking small steps and know it has to be realistic. All I can do is put one foot in front of the other!
This week's plan...
Monday-swim or run, teach 1 spin class
Tuesday-teach 4 spin classes, run, bike, weights
Wednesday-swim, teach 2 spin classes
Thursday-run, bike, weights (if run on Monday, no run)
Friday-swim (if swim on Monday, day off)
Saturday-bike
Sunday-bike
Today, I ran 4 miles. It got better as the run went on. As I started, it was not great. However, I ran in the soft rain and I felt as God was washing away all the junk. It was so peaceful and quiet. I listened to Jordin Spark's song "One Step at a Time" and it reminded me that anything worth having comes one step at a time. "It's gonna happen when it's supposed to happen and we find the reason why one step at a time."
Have a great week! Positive Quote of the Day...Hebrews 12: 1: Let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. (Thanks Mom for the quote!)
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
Cruz Bike
For the past two years, I have seen Maria from Cruz Bike ride her cruzbike across North Carolina. Our bike shop is one of the only shops that carry the CruzBike. I have never been brave enough to ride it but for some reason today, I decided I wanted to try it. It was quite a challenge and I scared our entire staff as I almost fell several times. (Oh, I am not the most graceful person and I am a klutz!). Anyway, Kenny told me to go outside and try it. I did it! I rode around the parking lot several times and I was soooooo excited. It was so fun! Check out the bike at http://www.cruzbike.com/. Goes to show you, if you set your mind to something, you can do it!!! Now, I have set my mind to becoming one of the best climbers! I just have to do IT!
Early Morning Workouts
Motivation seems to come better when I get up and work out early. This morning I went swimming as I had to teach spinning at 7 am, doctor at 8:30 am, work 9:30 to 6 pm and teach spinning again at 6 pm. My swim actually felt good and seemed to fly by. I used to always get up between 5-6 am and workout. My whole day went better and I seem more motivated to work out. Unfortunately, I have gotten away from that as my schedule has changed. I would like to get back to that as much as I can. I feel more alert and alive during the day and I sleep better.
Yesterday, I ran 4.5 miles, taught 4 spin classes, rode, and lifted weights. Yesterday was the first ride of our Tuesday/Thursday afternoon rides. I was looking forward to it. I rode from home and met up with the group. I was supposed to do hill repeats but didn't realize it until too late (okay, I did not look at my training plan until 4:00 or 4:15 pm and I had to leave at 4:30) so I rode in the big chain ring instead. I got to the group and I felt good. I was riding the hills better than before but still was the last person. This is soooooooooooooooo frustrating. I was working my patooty off and still the last person. How can all these people be so strong so early in the season? It was extremely frustrating because I am not sure if I could have worked any harder. I went home early as I still had to lift. I wish I had ridden back with the group as I might have felt better. VERY frustrating. I feel like I have to try about million times harder than everybody anyway and I was really trying. My legs were screaming when I got home! Guess I still have a lot of work to do.
Busy day today! Tomorrow, I hope to ride with my friend, Pat, run and lift. Wish my legs could have a little rest today...but no rest for the weary!
POSITIVE QUOTE OF THE DAY
Nothing is more endangered in the modern world than the powerful combination of hard work toward meaningful goals joined with an exuberant embrace of the present moment.-- Tom Morris
This quote cracks me up as my students seem to lack hard work and no exuberant embrace of the present moment or any moment!
Yesterday, I ran 4.5 miles, taught 4 spin classes, rode, and lifted weights. Yesterday was the first ride of our Tuesday/Thursday afternoon rides. I was looking forward to it. I rode from home and met up with the group. I was supposed to do hill repeats but didn't realize it until too late (okay, I did not look at my training plan until 4:00 or 4:15 pm and I had to leave at 4:30) so I rode in the big chain ring instead. I got to the group and I felt good. I was riding the hills better than before but still was the last person. This is soooooooooooooooo frustrating. I was working my patooty off and still the last person. How can all these people be so strong so early in the season? It was extremely frustrating because I am not sure if I could have worked any harder. I went home early as I still had to lift. I wish I had ridden back with the group as I might have felt better. VERY frustrating. I feel like I have to try about million times harder than everybody anyway and I was really trying. My legs were screaming when I got home! Guess I still have a lot of work to do.
Busy day today! Tomorrow, I hope to ride with my friend, Pat, run and lift. Wish my legs could have a little rest today...but no rest for the weary!
POSITIVE QUOTE OF THE DAY
Nothing is more endangered in the modern world than the powerful combination of hard work toward meaningful goals joined with an exuberant embrace of the present moment.-- Tom Morris
This quote cracks me up as my students seem to lack hard work and no exuberant embrace of the present moment or any moment!
Sunday, March 8, 2009
Sunday
Sundays are one of my favorite days. Today, I rode with one of my very favorite peeps, Leo. We had a group of about 10 and 5 of us went shorter than the others. It was not fast but an enjoyable ride. Then I came home and went shopping for new shorts. Fun!
This week's plan:
Tomorrow-swim, teach 1 spin class
Tuesday-run, bike, teach 4 spin classes and weights
Wednesday-swim, teach 1 spin class
Thursday-run, bike, and weights
Friday-swim and run
Saturday-ride
Sunday-ride
Deleted entry for yesterday as it was written in anger and not in a rational manner.
POSITIVE QUOTE OF THE DAY
If you have made mistakes...there is always another chance for you...you may have a fresh start any moment you choose, for thisthing we call "failure" is not the falling down, but the stayingdown.-- Mary Pickford (1893-1979) Canadian Actress
Like this quote as it reminds me even though I make mistakes, I can start over again and try to do the best I can
This week's plan:
Tomorrow-swim, teach 1 spin class
Tuesday-run, bike, teach 4 spin classes and weights
Wednesday-swim, teach 1 spin class
Thursday-run, bike, and weights
Friday-swim and run
Saturday-ride
Sunday-ride
Deleted entry for yesterday as it was written in anger and not in a rational manner.
POSITIVE QUOTE OF THE DAY
If you have made mistakes...there is always another chance for you...you may have a fresh start any moment you choose, for thisthing we call "failure" is not the falling down, but the stayingdown.-- Mary Pickford (1893-1979) Canadian Actress
Like this quote as it reminds me even though I make mistakes, I can start over again and try to do the best I can
Friday, March 6, 2009
End of the first week of IM Training
So, this week has not worked out as I planned. I missed a swim, run and weights. I am hoping I can make some of it up tomorrow or Sunday. However, I have been busy painting my bedroom which was quite a workout in and of itself. All I can do is do better next week.
The weather has turned BEAUTIFUL! I hated to go to work today and spend the best part of the day inside! Tomorrow and Sunday I hope to ride. I hope I can get my 200 miles in this week. I rode yesterday with my friend, Pat. It was a good ride and we had a great chat about this, that and everything else.
POSITIVE QUOTE OF THE DAY-----------------------------A champion is someone who gets up when he can't.-- Jack Dempsey
The weather has turned BEAUTIFUL! I hated to go to work today and spend the best part of the day inside! Tomorrow and Sunday I hope to ride. I hope I can get my 200 miles in this week. I rode yesterday with my friend, Pat. It was a good ride and we had a great chat about this, that and everything else.
POSITIVE QUOTE OF THE DAY-----------------------------A champion is someone who gets up when he can't.-- Jack Dempsey
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
Spring Break
This week is Spring Break so I did not have to teach today! My day was great! I got up and went for a 3.2 mile run. Then after a warm shower (it was COLD), I was off to buy some paint and pick up a prescription. Bought a birthday gift for one of my favorite peeps. Then after some lunch, I met Milanne for a delightful ride (albeit cold). Normally, I do not ride if it is under 35 degrees. It was right on the border but wanted to get some miles in and I had someone to ride with! It was windy and cold but we had a nice chat and an easy ride. I got 40 miles in and was happy about that. Tonight during American Idol, I plan to lift weights as my Doodle is not home to lift with!
Today, I talked with my friend, Ivan Castro, about teaching spin class for our soldiers. Big deal, you are thinking...did I mention Ivan was blind due to wounds he received in Iraq? Ivan has been in papers and other news media. Ivan is one of the happiest people I have ever met. He is almost always smiling and is so funny! Ivan is still a captain in the US Army and teaches spinning whenever he can. He has completed several marathons and cycling rides on a tandem. He is going in for the second of three surgeries this month and tomorrow will be the last class he can teach for awhile. All of this got me to thinking when I have a pity party for one(PPO), how good I have it. I can see, hear, touch, taste and smell everything! I can get up each morning and set about my day without assistance. Now, I still occasionally have a PPO, I am only human. However, sometimes I think of Ivan and get past it. If he can do it, then I certainly can.
Thought for the day...
"Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus" (I Thessalonians 5:16-18, NIV).
Monday, March 2, 2009
People are strange...
Today was a strange day. This morning I went and swam 1600 with Ginger and I felt tired until about 1000 yards. I was feeling good and happy. Off to work and there was a weird vibe there. Nothing bad just weird. Then off to the cycling club meeting and realized that people are strange. Things that should make sense to most people - do not make sense to others. AAAHHH! What do you do? Confront it and lose your temper or do nothing. Who knows? It is a double-edged sword. I wish I could be more like my friend, Leo, who can handle everything with an even temper. My temper is terrible but it is part of my charm.
Last night, I finally finished my IM Canada training plan. I actually feel pretty good about it. It will be a lot of hard work but I am glad to be back on a schedule! Maybe it will get me more motivated.
This week's plan
Tuesday-ride, run, weights
Wednesday-swim, run, teach 2 spin classes
Thursday-ride, run, weights
Friday-swim and teach one spin class
Saturday-ride
Sunday-ride
Hopefully the weather will cooperate! I really want to ride 200 miles this week. I really need to so I can get crackin' on my yearly goal. I just know I can do it! I can do it!
Last night, I finally finished my IM Canada training plan. I actually feel pretty good about it. It will be a lot of hard work but I am glad to be back on a schedule! Maybe it will get me more motivated.
This week's plan
Tuesday-ride, run, weights
Wednesday-swim, run, teach 2 spin classes
Thursday-ride, run, weights
Friday-swim and teach one spin class
Saturday-ride
Sunday-ride
Hopefully the weather will cooperate! I really want to ride 200 miles this week. I really need to so I can get crackin' on my yearly goal. I just know I can do it! I can do it!
Saturday, February 28, 2009
Certainty? In this world nothing is certain but death and taxes
Certainty? In this world nothing is certain but death and taxes...Benjamin Franklin
Can you tell I finished my state taxes? Over $500 due...Always something, I guess.
Today it rained all day. No ride, no run, no nothing. My legs are very tired still so I need a day off. It is supposed to rain tomorrow too. I just know this is God's way of making me rest. Still working on my IM plan but got distracted by taxes.
Recently, I joined Facebook and got in touch with tons of people I haven't talked to in a LONG time. Today, in my inbox, I got the nicest email from a girl from junior high. Bless her heart, I could not figure out who she was until I went and got the yearbook. Anyhow, this is what it said "Jennifer, you probably don't remember me, but I just wanted to tell you that I will always remember you when I was in 6th grade & you were in 8th and we had gym together. You were really nice to me when other girls were kinda mean. I can recall sitting in the bleachers and talking." It was one of the nicest things anyone has ever said to me. This is a lesson to us all...you have no idea that the things you do might affect someone for the rest of their (and your) life. Just wanted to share that cause it made me feel great and maybe it will help us remember to mind our P&Qs$!
Daily Quote
You can find on the outside only what you possess on the inside.-- Adolfo Montiel Ballesteros
Can you tell I finished my state taxes? Over $500 due...Always something, I guess.
Today it rained all day. No ride, no run, no nothing. My legs are very tired still so I need a day off. It is supposed to rain tomorrow too. I just know this is God's way of making me rest. Still working on my IM plan but got distracted by taxes.
Recently, I joined Facebook and got in touch with tons of people I haven't talked to in a LONG time. Today, in my inbox, I got the nicest email from a girl from junior high. Bless her heart, I could not figure out who she was until I went and got the yearbook. Anyhow, this is what it said "Jennifer, you probably don't remember me, but I just wanted to tell you that I will always remember you when I was in 6th grade & you were in 8th and we had gym together. You were really nice to me when other girls were kinda mean. I can recall sitting in the bleachers and talking." It was one of the nicest things anyone has ever said to me. This is a lesson to us all...you have no idea that the things you do might affect someone for the rest of their (and your) life. Just wanted to share that cause it made me feel great and maybe it will help us remember to mind our P&Qs$!
Daily Quote
You can find on the outside only what you possess on the inside.-- Adolfo Montiel Ballesteros
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Tired Legs
This morning, Pat and I went for a 55 mile ride. It was great to have my favorite Thursday friend back! I had missed him so much! However, after 7 spin classes, one bike ride and weights in 2 days...guess what? My legs are TIRED! It was a good ride but I was ready to be done when we got done. We went places we hadn't gone before and it was fun. Tuesday, I felt so strong on my ride and wanted to be stronger today but it didn't happen. After a nap, I feel better but still on tired legs.
Still working on my IM Training plan and new weight plan. I am hoping for something new and different for this training plan and have awesome results! No running or swimming this week and a little rest before I begin. Tomorrow, I will only teach one spin class, work and go to the ball with my Doodle. I hope to ride on Saturday and Sunday but rain is projected. Some people will ride in the rain but I just cannot stand water in my bike shoes. Something about it pooling in my shoes makes me crazy!!!! :) Maybe that is God's way of making me have a little rest.
Got this quote in my inbox today, "It's time to start living the life you've imagined.-- Henry James." That brings me to thinking what is the life I have imagined? Being a great cyclist, runner, being thin and beautiful, being married to a handsome fellow and having plenty of money...Hey, while I am not a great cyclist/runner, I am able to do those things when some people cannot. I am also married to one of the best people I know (he is pretty cute himself!). We have never gone hungry and get almost everything we want so we do have plenty of money. Thin and beautiful...well, I am working on those. I feel very blessed to have this life. It is not the life I imagined as a child but it is better than that life. What is the life you have imagined and when you think about it, are you already living the life you imagined? You might be surprised at your answer.
Still working on my IM Training plan and new weight plan. I am hoping for something new and different for this training plan and have awesome results! No running or swimming this week and a little rest before I begin. Tomorrow, I will only teach one spin class, work and go to the ball with my Doodle. I hope to ride on Saturday and Sunday but rain is projected. Some people will ride in the rain but I just cannot stand water in my bike shoes. Something about it pooling in my shoes makes me crazy!!!! :) Maybe that is God's way of making me have a little rest.
Got this quote in my inbox today, "It's time to start living the life you've imagined.-- Henry James." That brings me to thinking what is the life I have imagined? Being a great cyclist, runner, being thin and beautiful, being married to a handsome fellow and having plenty of money...Hey, while I am not a great cyclist/runner, I am able to do those things when some people cannot. I am also married to one of the best people I know (he is pretty cute himself!). We have never gone hungry and get almost everything we want so we do have plenty of money. Thin and beautiful...well, I am working on those. I feel very blessed to have this life. It is not the life I imagined as a child but it is better than that life. What is the life you have imagined and when you think about it, are you already living the life you imagined? You might be surprised at your answer.
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Lent
Today is Fat Tuesday. Tomorrow starts Lent. The idea is that you give up something that is a sacrifice in the way Jesus sacrificed His life for us. It would be easy to give up brussel sprouts or something like that. But I hope to give up something that is actually a sacrifice...From tomorrow to Easter, I plan to give up all candy (except gum), fast food restaurants (like McDonald's, Wendy's, etc but not sit down restaurants such as Olive Garden, etc.) and sweet tea. Maybe it will help in other areas too!
Last week of rest period...next week back in the saddle and get back to training again. Today, I rode to Doodle's work and my legs were screaming. I still had a good average but it was not pleasant. Tomorrow, I plan to teach 2 spin classes and something else (run or swim).
Thought for day...If you have made mistakes...there is always another chance foryou...you may have a fresh start any moment you choose, for thisthing we call "failure" is not the falling down, but the stayingdown.-- Mary Pickford (1893-1979) Canadian Actress
Last week of rest period...next week back in the saddle and get back to training again. Today, I rode to Doodle's work and my legs were screaming. I still had a good average but it was not pleasant. Tomorrow, I plan to teach 2 spin classes and something else (run or swim).
Thought for day...If you have made mistakes...there is always another chance foryou...you may have a fresh start any moment you choose, for thisthing we call "failure" is not the falling down, but the stayingdown.-- Mary Pickford (1893-1979) Canadian Actress
Saturday, February 21, 2009
Hibernation
Just figured this out the other day...I am not motivated because I should still be hibernating! IM Canada training starts next month so I think I should be hibernating! Slowly, I am feeling more motivated - not all the way back to normal but getting there.
Today it was 22 degrees when I got up to ride...too cold! So, after a nap, I rode a hilly 55 miles. I felt slow at first but got better as I went. My legs are still sore from hill repeats and weights on Thursday. Tomorrow it is supposed to rain but I may ride in the afternoon. Next week, I am not going to schedule any workouts except my spin classes since it will be the last week without a training plan. Hope to get in some miles on the bike though.
My new training plan will be a little different than usual. It is not complete yet but I have an idea...4-5 bikes and a brick, 3 runs, 2 swims and 2 weight days a week. I am going to try and take a full day off every week so something had to go and it was my 3rd swim. I am also considering resting every 3rd week instead of every 4th week. Haven't worked it all out yet but I am getting there. I am getting a little more motivated after looking at flights to Canada.
Leaving you with a positive quote that makes me want to reach further than ever before...
POSITIVE QUOTE OF THE DAY
Ah, but a man's reach should exceed his grasp, Or what's a heavenfor?-- Robert Browning
Today it was 22 degrees when I got up to ride...too cold! So, after a nap, I rode a hilly 55 miles. I felt slow at first but got better as I went. My legs are still sore from hill repeats and weights on Thursday. Tomorrow it is supposed to rain but I may ride in the afternoon. Next week, I am not going to schedule any workouts except my spin classes since it will be the last week without a training plan. Hope to get in some miles on the bike though.
My new training plan will be a little different than usual. It is not complete yet but I have an idea...4-5 bikes and a brick, 3 runs, 2 swims and 2 weight days a week. I am going to try and take a full day off every week so something had to go and it was my 3rd swim. I am also considering resting every 3rd week instead of every 4th week. Haven't worked it all out yet but I am getting there. I am getting a little more motivated after looking at flights to Canada.
Leaving you with a positive quote that makes me want to reach further than ever before...
POSITIVE QUOTE OF THE DAY
Ah, but a man's reach should exceed his grasp, Or what's a heavenfor?-- Robert Browning
Thursday, February 12, 2009
Irish Luck
So, I am not really Irish but my husband is (a long way back). Somehow, however, after almost 12 years of marriage, I now have Irish Luck! :)
The past few days I have been convinced God is testing me. There have been some troubling words from people, feeling like people think I am stupid, lack of motivation and finally it happened...the third thing...I was test riding my single speed at work yesterday and came around the corner and noticed a dent in my Jeep's bumper. No note, of course. Yes, this is the second time someone has hit my bumper. BUMMER! Luckily, I have good insurance and will only have to pay my deductible. It is only a Jeep and it can repaired. I am hoping that is my third thing for now...
My ride today got cancelled because my friend, Pat, had to work and the wind is supposed to be gusting at 20-30 mph. I might try to ride this afternoon. I really want to get in my 200 miles this week and I am not sure how I am going to do it. On my way to the gym to run and swim since I missed my swim yesterday.
The past few days I have been convinced God is testing me. There have been some troubling words from people, feeling like people think I am stupid, lack of motivation and finally it happened...the third thing...I was test riding my single speed at work yesterday and came around the corner and noticed a dent in my Jeep's bumper. No note, of course. Yes, this is the second time someone has hit my bumper. BUMMER! Luckily, I have good insurance and will only have to pay my deductible. It is only a Jeep and it can repaired. I am hoping that is my third thing for now...
My ride today got cancelled because my friend, Pat, had to work and the wind is supposed to be gusting at 20-30 mph. I might try to ride this afternoon. I really want to get in my 200 miles this week and I am not sure how I am going to do it. On my way to the gym to run and swim since I missed my swim yesterday.
Monday, February 9, 2009
This week...
This week's plan
Monday-off
Tuesday-run, weights, teach 4 spin classes, bike to gym
Wednesday-swim, run, teach 1 spin class
Thursday-bike
Friday-swim, run
Saturday-run
Sunday-run
Figured I need to take one day off a week to feel good. Yesterday, my quads were not happy so I decided today was the easiest to take off. We were off on Mondays for most of January and February but back to work today.
Yesterday, I rode with the club on a supposed "Sunday social ride." By now, I should know better. After pulling two different people up to the group on two different occasions, I got dropped. It sucked. What can I do but try harder next time? However on the up side, I was thankful as one of my friends I was riding with got sort of sick and had to stop so I was thankful to be with him. We had taken a short cut and the group caught us towards the end. The good news is I got in 60 miles. It was a beautiful day for riding and I also got to wash my Jeep.
Monday-off
Tuesday-run, weights, teach 4 spin classes, bike to gym
Wednesday-swim, run, teach 1 spin class
Thursday-bike
Friday-swim, run
Saturday-run
Sunday-run
Figured I need to take one day off a week to feel good. Yesterday, my quads were not happy so I decided today was the easiest to take off. We were off on Mondays for most of January and February but back to work today.
Yesterday, I rode with the club on a supposed "Sunday social ride." By now, I should know better. After pulling two different people up to the group on two different occasions, I got dropped. It sucked. What can I do but try harder next time? However on the up side, I was thankful as one of my friends I was riding with got sort of sick and had to stop so I was thankful to be with him. We had taken a short cut and the group caught us towards the end. The good news is I got in 60 miles. It was a beautiful day for riding and I also got to wash my Jeep.
Thursday, February 5, 2009
Day Off
Everything was going great this week and WHAM...So, my schedule is off already for this week.
So, I decided to take a rest day today and try to give my shoulder a chance to feel a little better. Plus my legs were starting to feel tired and the high today is only 34! I rode Monday with my friend, Ginger. Tuesday was super busy, I taught 4 spin classes, rode to gym, lifted with Doodle, and ran a mile.
Yesterday, I took the GRE...let's just say I will be taking it for a third time. It really bummed me out. I taught spin class after work. Friday, I hope to lift, run and swim before work. Saturday, I hope to ride and swim. Sunday, it will be almost 70 after barely getting above freezing today so I hope to ride!
My motivation is a little lacking but slowly but surely I hope to get back to normal before too long. I am working on it. I actually really miss getting up early and working out. I felt so much better about myself! It helps that I have committed to going to the gym with Doodle twice a week. I hope to commit to swimming a few days with my friend, Ginger, too! I am consider hiring a coach starting in March to do even better at IM Canada. With the economy, it will be hard work to keep affording coaching but I know it will be worth it!
So, I decided to take a rest day today and try to give my shoulder a chance to feel a little better. Plus my legs were starting to feel tired and the high today is only 34! I rode Monday with my friend, Ginger. Tuesday was super busy, I taught 4 spin classes, rode to gym, lifted with Doodle, and ran a mile.
Yesterday, I took the GRE...let's just say I will be taking it for a third time. It really bummed me out. I taught spin class after work. Friday, I hope to lift, run and swim before work. Saturday, I hope to ride and swim. Sunday, it will be almost 70 after barely getting above freezing today so I hope to ride!
My motivation is a little lacking but slowly but surely I hope to get back to normal before too long. I am working on it. I actually really miss getting up early and working out. I felt so much better about myself! It helps that I have committed to going to the gym with Doodle twice a week. I hope to commit to swimming a few days with my friend, Ginger, too! I am consider hiring a coach starting in March to do even better at IM Canada. With the economy, it will be hard work to keep affording coaching but I know it will be worth it!
Monday, February 2, 2009
Monday
Not too bad this week...The only thing I did not get done was a second swim. I lifted twice and am paying the price as I am sore three days after! I think that is a good thing.
This week the plan is...
Monday-ride and maybe swim or run
Tuesday-teach 4 spin classes, weights and ride to gym
Wednesday-teach spin class, maybe swim
Thursday-ride, weights
Friday-swim and maybe run
Saturday-ride
Sunday-ride
This week I really need to get in over 200 miles this week to get on my 2009 goal of riding 10,000 miles!!! January was not great for the mileage since I was on vacation for almost 2 weeks.
This week I signed up for 24 hours of Booty. My friend, Jimmy D., somehow talked me into it. Jimmy is a friend of mine from CNC and we have been riding long together for two years at CNC. Another reason is my friend, Allison, signed up too and I haven't seen her in almost two years. The main reason I signed up for it is because it raises money for the Lance Armstrong Foundation for cancer! My life and the lives of my family have been affected by cancer and if somehow I can indirectly help find a cure for that then I am all for it. So, for 24 hours in July I will be riding around an almost 3 mile track and hopefully hitting 250-300 miles in that 24 hours. Check it out...http://www.24hoursofbooty.org/site/TR/Bike/General?px=1096881&pg=personal&fr_id=1060&et=gCHQgp_GzPEsgB_9yOzDiw..&s_tafId=4401
This week the plan is...
Monday-ride and maybe swim or run
Tuesday-teach 4 spin classes, weights and ride to gym
Wednesday-teach spin class, maybe swim
Thursday-ride, weights
Friday-swim and maybe run
Saturday-ride
Sunday-ride
This week I really need to get in over 200 miles this week to get on my 2009 goal of riding 10,000 miles!!! January was not great for the mileage since I was on vacation for almost 2 weeks.
This week I signed up for 24 hours of Booty. My friend, Jimmy D., somehow talked me into it. Jimmy is a friend of mine from CNC and we have been riding long together for two years at CNC. Another reason is my friend, Allison, signed up too and I haven't seen her in almost two years. The main reason I signed up for it is because it raises money for the Lance Armstrong Foundation for cancer! My life and the lives of my family have been affected by cancer and if somehow I can indirectly help find a cure for that then I am all for it. So, for 24 hours in July I will be riding around an almost 3 mile track and hopefully hitting 250-300 miles in that 24 hours. Check it out...http://www.24hoursofbooty.org/site/TR/Bike/General?px=1096881&pg=personal&fr_id=1060&et=gCHQgp_GzPEsgB_9yOzDiw..&s_tafId=4401
Sunday, January 25, 2009
First swim since Ironman Louisville
Today, we did not ride because it was cold...again... Luckily, we rode 52 miles yesterday so I was not completely heartbroken! Ginger and I went to the gym and lifted weights. Finally, I got in the pool and swam 550 yards. The first 100 was under 2:00 but it was much slower after that. I forgot how much I like to swim but how tiring it is. At least I got in and started.
This week...
Monday-ride with Ginger, Pat, Kenny and Mike
Tuesday-teach 4 spin classes, lift weights, maybe run
Wednesday-teach 1 spin class and some sort of cardio (weather dependent)
Thursday-ride with Pat, lift weights
Friday-teach 1 spin class and maybe a run
Saturday-ride
Sunday-ride
Will check back next Sunday to see how I did.
This week...
Monday-ride with Ginger, Pat, Kenny and Mike
Tuesday-teach 4 spin classes, lift weights, maybe run
Wednesday-teach 1 spin class and some sort of cardio (weather dependent)
Thursday-ride with Pat, lift weights
Friday-teach 1 spin class and maybe a run
Saturday-ride
Sunday-ride
Will check back next Sunday to see how I did.
Thursday, January 22, 2009
Law of the Garbage Truck
Law of the Garbage Truck (From my sister-in-law, Rachelle)
One day I hopped in a taxi and we took off for the airport. We were driving in the right lane when suddenly a black car jumped out of a parking space right In front of us. My taxi
driver slammed on his brakes, skidded, and missed the other car by just inches! Te driver of the other car whipped his head around and started yelling at us. My taxi river just smiled and waved at the guy. And I mean, he was really friendly. So I asked, 'Why did you just do that?
This guy almost ruined your car and sent us to the hospital!' This is when my taxi driver taught me what I now call, ' The Law of the Garbage Truck'.
He explained that many people are like garbage trucks. They run around full of garbage,
full of frustration, full of anger, and full of disappointment. As their garbage piles up,
they need a place to dump it and sometimes they'll dump it on you. Don't take it personally. Just smile, wave, wish them well, and move on. Don't take their garbage and spread it to other people at work, at home, or on the streets.
The bottom line is that successful people do not let garbage trucks take over their day.
Life's too short to wake up in the morning with regrets. So, Love the people who treat you right. Pray for the ones who don't.
Life is ten percent what you make it and ninety percent how you take it! Have a garbage-free day!
Now, I get it...I have been letting the garbage truck take over my days recently. So, as of right now...no more letting the garbage truck take over my days or spread the garbage to the people I care about. Well, as best as I can do. Sorry for the pity party for one posts and I hope to do better by all of you!
One day I hopped in a taxi and we took off for the airport. We were driving in the right lane when suddenly a black car jumped out of a parking space right In front of us. My taxi
driver slammed on his brakes, skidded, and missed the other car by just inches! Te driver of the other car whipped his head around and started yelling at us. My taxi river just smiled and waved at the guy. And I mean, he was really friendly. So I asked, 'Why did you just do that?
This guy almost ruined your car and sent us to the hospital!' This is when my taxi driver taught me what I now call, ' The Law of the Garbage Truck'.
He explained that many people are like garbage trucks. They run around full of garbage,
full of frustration, full of anger, and full of disappointment. As their garbage piles up,
they need a place to dump it and sometimes they'll dump it on you. Don't take it personally. Just smile, wave, wish them well, and move on. Don't take their garbage and spread it to other people at work, at home, or on the streets.
The bottom line is that successful people do not let garbage trucks take over their day.
Life's too short to wake up in the morning with regrets. So, Love the people who treat you right. Pray for the ones who don't.
Life is ten percent what you make it and ninety percent how you take it! Have a garbage-free day!
Now, I get it...I have been letting the garbage truck take over my days recently. So, as of right now...no more letting the garbage truck take over my days or spread the garbage to the people I care about. Well, as best as I can do. Sorry for the pity party for one posts and I hope to do better by all of you!
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Robert Frost quote
Two roads diverged in a wood, and I - I took the one less traveledby, And that has made all the difference.-- Robert Frost (1875-1963) American Poet
This quote is one of my favorite...I wish I could live more by it. I wish I could be the person who took the road less traveled. Some days I think I am but not in the good way. What can we all do to take the road less traveled?
The winter blues have really kicked in. I am so sad lately and lack motivation. I really do not want to do anything and keep trying to put things off. I really need to get it back together. The winter blues suck!!!
Today, I taught spinning. Tomorrow is the GRE and an appointment with an athlete to run.
This quote is one of my favorite...I wish I could live more by it. I wish I could be the person who took the road less traveled. Some days I think I am but not in the good way. What can we all do to take the road less traveled?
The winter blues have really kicked in. I am so sad lately and lack motivation. I really do not want to do anything and keep trying to put things off. I really need to get it back together. The winter blues suck!!!
Today, I taught spinning. Tomorrow is the GRE and an appointment with an athlete to run.
Monday, January 19, 2009
Winter Blues...
Sick of cold weather and rainy weather...Can't ride my bike and don't feel like doing anything else. Every day I wake up with the idea that I am going to do something great and every day I am disappointed in myself. Today, we were supposed to ride but foggy and cold weather got the best of us. This evening, I plan to go to spin class with Leo so maybe that will set things straight. I hope to get up early tomorrow and go to my first ever Bodypump class and get in the pool for the first time since Ironman Louisville. Then I have to teach 4 spin classes at school. If for some reason I miss Bodypump (it is at 5:45 am) then I can lift in between classes. I can also swim at school. No more yuckiness! Maybe I can ride my mountain bike this afternoon before spinning.
This week's plan...
Tuesday-Bodypump or weights, swim, teach 4 classes
Wednesday-maybe swim, teach spin
Thursday-run with athlete, Bodypump or weights
Friday-don't know
Saturday-ride
Sunday-ride
This week's plan...
Tuesday-Bodypump or weights, swim, teach 4 classes
Wednesday-maybe swim, teach spin
Thursday-run with athlete, Bodypump or weights
Friday-don't know
Saturday-ride
Sunday-ride
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
Back to the grind
Just got home today from Florida...where it was sunny and warm...back home where it was in the 40s...YUCK!
The marathon was okay. The first 10 miles was okay and I was headed for a 4:45! At mile 12, I saw my family and that was fabulous! At mile 13, I could feel blisters coming up on my feet so I stopped a lubed them up with lots of vaseline. From mile 16 to 17, it was not in the parks so it was sort of boring and I was running out of energy. Miles 19 to 21 were okay but my mp3 player died at mile 21 and it was not good from there. Stuff hurt and I was completely out of energy...I made it though over 40 minutes faster than last year and right under 5 hours! WOW!
Talk about blisters, they were gnarly!! I could barely walk. I had to finally pop them to relieve the pain.
After the marathon, I kept walking for the next few days and I feel okay now. My legs actually feel okay. Taught spinning this evening and felt fine. I will not run for the rest of the month and start training for IM Canada. I hope to ride like crazy though. I will start swimming slowly next week and back to the weights. I hope it will help me lose some fat...I saw my pictures and wanted to puke!
Tomorrow, if and only if it is above 35, I am headed for a ride with Pat. I have missed our Thursday rides so I hope we can go. Next Thursday is my GRE test so only a late ride.
Speaking of GRE, I have to study like crazy for a week. I can't even remember covering this stuff in College Algebra. AAAAHHHHH!
The marathon was okay. The first 10 miles was okay and I was headed for a 4:45! At mile 12, I saw my family and that was fabulous! At mile 13, I could feel blisters coming up on my feet so I stopped a lubed them up with lots of vaseline. From mile 16 to 17, it was not in the parks so it was sort of boring and I was running out of energy. Miles 19 to 21 were okay but my mp3 player died at mile 21 and it was not good from there. Stuff hurt and I was completely out of energy...I made it though over 40 minutes faster than last year and right under 5 hours! WOW!
Talk about blisters, they were gnarly!! I could barely walk. I had to finally pop them to relieve the pain.
After the marathon, I kept walking for the next few days and I feel okay now. My legs actually feel okay. Taught spinning this evening and felt fine. I will not run for the rest of the month and start training for IM Canada. I hope to ride like crazy though. I will start swimming slowly next week and back to the weights. I hope it will help me lose some fat...I saw my pictures and wanted to puke!
Tomorrow, if and only if it is above 35, I am headed for a ride with Pat. I have missed our Thursday rides so I hope we can go. Next Thursday is my GRE test so only a late ride.
Speaking of GRE, I have to study like crazy for a week. I can't even remember covering this stuff in College Algebra. AAAAHHHHH!
Saturday, January 10, 2009
13.1 down and 26.2 to go...
Today was the Disney Half. I was not sure what to expect because I was so not ready so I was honestly prepared for it to suck! The race starts at 5:50 am and you have to be on the bus before 4 am...I did not know this until this morning when I went to catch the bus and a lady in the hall told me so...luckily, there was a bus waiting outside and off we went. At Disney, you have to walk quite a ways to the start point (so much so they should add it to the race!). So, I ran the first mile in under 11 minutes and thought it would slow down from there. At the expo, I bought some ITB straps in hope that my ITB would be okay. It was until mile 4 when I had the first twinge of pain! This is a huge improvement - usually I feel in the first mile. It was fine until mile 7 or 8 when it came a little harder. I got through this and kept up under 11 minute miles (expect when I had to go to the bathroom)! I got to the 10 mile mark and I was a few minutes behind the pace I had set in my mind. Luckily, I felt pretty good and finished the race strong (fastest mile of the whole race)! It was fun to run through Disney and see the characters and run through Cinderella's castle! Now, I think maybe I finished too strong and will pay for it tomorrow. Today, I kept walking and we went to MGM Hollywood Studios. I did have to bail early because I was pooped! After a nap and dinner, I hope I am ready for tomorrow. 26.2 to go, hope it goes as well as today! My ITB hurts now but the straps really do help.
Wish I had trained harder and stronger because I think I can run faster than I do...woulda, shoulda, coulda...all I can do is do my best now.
Got a comment on my blog from a friend I admire because he can convince people that they can do anything they want! It was very inspiring to me! I hope he is right and this might be the year of Jen the Bicycle Bad A**! However, after talking with my mom in-law at dinner, I have to remember why I do this stuff...because I like. Sometimes I just want to ride my bike and chat with people, enjoy the scenery, and have fun - oh, and breathe! Yes, I want to go faster but that is not the reason I ride my bike, run, or swim or anything like that.
Another inspiring thing, my in-laws, husband and I walked the 5K on Friday. It was so fun! My in-laws had been working very hard but got really really sick over the holidays and did not think they would be able to do it. Well...they did and they did awesome! In just over 50 minutes, my mom in-law and I walked like crazy people through Animal Kingdom and she did not breathe heavy even though she was not 100%! Matt and his Dad followed very shortly and it was so awesome! FUN! Then we went back to Animal Kingdom for the day!
So, tomorrow run...relax...Monday and Tuesday - Epcot and Magic Kingdom and Wednesday-go home and teach spinning. Hopefully, I can lose some weight once I get home and feel better about myself. Right now...I feel like a WHALE!!!!
Better get to bed 3:35 am comes awfully fast!!!!
Wish I had trained harder and stronger because I think I can run faster than I do...woulda, shoulda, coulda...all I can do is do my best now.
Got a comment on my blog from a friend I admire because he can convince people that they can do anything they want! It was very inspiring to me! I hope he is right and this might be the year of Jen the Bicycle Bad A**! However, after talking with my mom in-law at dinner, I have to remember why I do this stuff...because I like. Sometimes I just want to ride my bike and chat with people, enjoy the scenery, and have fun - oh, and breathe! Yes, I want to go faster but that is not the reason I ride my bike, run, or swim or anything like that.
Another inspiring thing, my in-laws, husband and I walked the 5K on Friday. It was so fun! My in-laws had been working very hard but got really really sick over the holidays and did not think they would be able to do it. Well...they did and they did awesome! In just over 50 minutes, my mom in-law and I walked like crazy people through Animal Kingdom and she did not breathe heavy even though she was not 100%! Matt and his Dad followed very shortly and it was so awesome! FUN! Then we went back to Animal Kingdom for the day!
So, tomorrow run...relax...Monday and Tuesday - Epcot and Magic Kingdom and Wednesday-go home and teach spinning. Hopefully, I can lose some weight once I get home and feel better about myself. Right now...I feel like a WHALE!!!!
Better get to bed 3:35 am comes awfully fast!!!!
Monday, January 5, 2009
Happy New Year's and Happy Birthday!
Happy New Year's!!!!! Hope your 2009 is mighty fine!!!!
Today was my 35th birthday...every day is a day closer to 40. I feel great though. Today was fabulous. Work is closing on Monday until March so I was off. After a short massage and chiropractic appointment, I had a short run. This afternoon, I had a great ride with my friend, Ginger. It was great to be outside even though it was only 32 miles. It was nice to chat and be outside.
This weekend is Goofy's Challenge...so not ready...my ITB hurts but I know I can get through it. We are also walking the 5K with my Doodle's in-laws on Friday. We will see how it all goes...Then a few days off and then back in the saddle. I just signed up for a Half Ironman and Sprint in one weekend in May so I guess that means I need to start swimming. On January 19, I will be back in the pool. I also need to get back in the weight room. I do not want to commit to that until I get back from Disney.
Okay, here are my 2009 Resolutions and Goals:
2009 Goals
PR at Ironman and marathon distance (separately).
Ride 10,000 miles (193/week) and run 1,000 miles (20/week)
Get and keep weight between 130-135.
Keep $**** in bank.
Give up sweet tea and all pop except for Ginger Ale, 7-Up, and Sprite.
Get new certification.
Be able to put hands flat on floor with legs straight.
Give $520 to charity.
Read 12 books.
Get 38,000 Spark America Points and 25,000 Spark Points.
2009 Resolutions
Spend time with Matt.
Eat healthier and eat more whole or organic foods.
Just be nice, be a better friend, and keep my mouth shut.
Try not to be envious and get past the small stuff.
Be neater and more organized.
Be thankful for what you have.
Do what you like, like what you do and believe in myself.
Throw out what I do not need and do not spend money if you do not need to.
Try to do your part to save the environment.
If you want to do something, do it and do not just talk about it! Only you can make the changes that you want to see in yourself.
Resolutions are great! Do your best to keep them but if the situation changes, it is okay to change the goals or resolutions!
Back to teaching tomorrow, four spin classes in one day...it will be interesting. I am glad to get back to school! Hope my students are great! They are usually very varied in background and are pretty fun!
Today was my 35th birthday...every day is a day closer to 40. I feel great though. Today was fabulous. Work is closing on Monday until March so I was off. After a short massage and chiropractic appointment, I had a short run. This afternoon, I had a great ride with my friend, Ginger. It was great to be outside even though it was only 32 miles. It was nice to chat and be outside.
This weekend is Goofy's Challenge...so not ready...my ITB hurts but I know I can get through it. We are also walking the 5K with my Doodle's in-laws on Friday. We will see how it all goes...Then a few days off and then back in the saddle. I just signed up for a Half Ironman and Sprint in one weekend in May so I guess that means I need to start swimming. On January 19, I will be back in the pool. I also need to get back in the weight room. I do not want to commit to that until I get back from Disney.
Okay, here are my 2009 Resolutions and Goals:
2009 Goals
PR at Ironman and marathon distance (separately).
Ride 10,000 miles (193/week) and run 1,000 miles (20/week)
Get and keep weight between 130-135.
Keep $**** in bank.
Give up sweet tea and all pop except for Ginger Ale, 7-Up, and Sprite.
Get new certification.
Be able to put hands flat on floor with legs straight.
Give $520 to charity.
Read 12 books.
Get 38,000 Spark America Points and 25,000 Spark Points.
2009 Resolutions
Spend time with Matt.
Eat healthier and eat more whole or organic foods.
Just be nice, be a better friend, and keep my mouth shut.
Try not to be envious and get past the small stuff.
Be neater and more organized.
Be thankful for what you have.
Do what you like, like what you do and believe in myself.
Throw out what I do not need and do not spend money if you do not need to.
Try to do your part to save the environment.
If you want to do something, do it and do not just talk about it! Only you can make the changes that you want to see in yourself.
Resolutions are great! Do your best to keep them but if the situation changes, it is okay to change the goals or resolutions!
Back to teaching tomorrow, four spin classes in one day...it will be interesting. I am glad to get back to school! Hope my students are great! They are usually very varied in background and are pretty fun!
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