Over the last few weeks, along with my surgery, there were some other life happenings; changes made, goals set. Obviously, I had very high expectations of becoming well.
I:
* Joined - Anytime Fitness. Remember, way back when, when I was running?!?! I haven't been exercising with the SOD factor. It's been a long, long while and I'm very excited to start a regimen again.
* Registered - For the 2009 Breast Cancer 3-Day. I feel like I'm going to be taking part in something HUGE. Something outside of my personal box. I intend for this to be one of my greatest life experiences.
* Purchased - A new cell phone. Except it's hardly a cell phone - it's a palm pilot, mp3, camera, radio, texting, surfing, amazing device. It's going to take me a year to learn its ins and outs.
* Enrolled - in school. The thought of obtaining my MBA has been with me for years... and now I'm going for it and can hardly believe it. I am so excited! Beginning March 17th, I will officially be a student again. In the past, I hesitated with a program being entirely online, however, it is the only schooling that suits my life, so I am grateful to be able to do so.
I am looking forward to this year being full of challenge, growth and excitement!
Showing posts with label exercise. Show all posts
Showing posts with label exercise. Show all posts
2.28.2009
7.29.2008
Ready, Set, Goal!
I thought it was important that I set a few goals for myself as far as running is concerned. Just a couple of days ago, I informed BigCat that I would be running a 5k as soon as I could do my 'mile to the 3rd' loop in 30 minutes (I'm at about 42 minutes right now, that's a big jump!). Turns out after clocking my route, it's actually closer to 3.5 miles, this must be close to a 5k?? I guess I need to do a bit more research. I'm hoping to have this accomplished sometime next spring, or maybe run the Anoka race with my favorite brother.
On that note, I ran a mile straight at the gym yesterday. I always thought if I worked this hard, the weight would just fall off. Not quite the case, but I'm hoping it's happening even if in slow motion. However, just accomplishing running a mile (which I don't believe I've ever done... even in elementary school I'd walk some of it) feels pretty darn good.
On that note, I ran a mile straight at the gym yesterday. I always thought if I worked this hard, the weight would just fall off. Not quite the case, but I'm hoping it's happening even if in slow motion. However, just accomplishing running a mile (which I don't believe I've ever done... even in elementary school I'd walk some of it) feels pretty darn good.
7.20.2008
Thoughts of a Walk
On this beautiful Sunday morning, I was pleasantly surprised to have a plethora of good company with me in a subtle manner on my 'Mile to the 3rd' walk.
I traveled a different path than usual, giving me much to enjoy. Passing the sheep I was hoping to find the farmer out so I could introduce myself and get a dialogue going. No luck there. I glanced at the farm and all its equipment and am reminded of Grandpa T, who's business after retiring as a farmer was fixing other's tractors. Now J-Bird's grandpa, AKA DIL, is always fixin' up a tractor of his own too.
The next road is a forested, hilly one with very few houses. I always manage to freak myself out when it's so quiet and without masses. However, within a minute of thinking like this, two dragonflies appeared. Distinct, beautiful, almost mystical, dragonflies. It was Amy and Grandma, there to let me know it was safe and to enjoy the beauty without fear. So I did.
This in turn prompted me to remove my headphones and appreciate nature, listening intently to the many sounds. My mom once wrote to me to always love and take pleasure in nature, I didn't completely understand it at the time, but I do now.
Originally I was going to turn around and follow my path back home. As I trotted towards the stop sign, I decided I would travel a large "block" with our house pretty near the center. I contemplated what this walk might be called considering it's much larger than a block, maybe 3 miles or so... hence the title "Mile to the 3rd".
An excited dog here, a speeding car there, a few things brought me back to civilization every now and then.
The last road is my often traveled trek. Hiking up the hill, a sudden mass of black birds came up out of the field, leaving me en route to the wire they were fast perching. So much squawking!! A mass that large had me a bit worried and thinking about Auntie J who has always had a thing after The Birds. I have not seen the movie but that got my imagination going in a hurry!
This is one of my very favorite ways to start a day. Now on with it!
I traveled a different path than usual, giving me much to enjoy. Passing the sheep I was hoping to find the farmer out so I could introduce myself and get a dialogue going. No luck there. I glanced at the farm and all its equipment and am reminded of Grandpa T, who's business after retiring as a farmer was fixing other's tractors. Now J-Bird's grandpa, AKA DIL, is always fixin' up a tractor of his own too.
The next road is a forested, hilly one with very few houses. I always manage to freak myself out when it's so quiet and without masses. However, within a minute of thinking like this, two dragonflies appeared. Distinct, beautiful, almost mystical, dragonflies. It was Amy and Grandma, there to let me know it was safe and to enjoy the beauty without fear. So I did.
This in turn prompted me to remove my headphones and appreciate nature, listening intently to the many sounds. My mom once wrote to me to always love and take pleasure in nature, I didn't completely understand it at the time, but I do now.
Originally I was going to turn around and follow my path back home. As I trotted towards the stop sign, I decided I would travel a large "block" with our house pretty near the center. I contemplated what this walk might be called considering it's much larger than a block, maybe 3 miles or so... hence the title "Mile to the 3rd".
An excited dog here, a speeding car there, a few things brought me back to civilization every now and then.
The last road is my often traveled trek. Hiking up the hill, a sudden mass of black birds came up out of the field, leaving me en route to the wire they were fast perching. So much squawking!! A mass that large had me a bit worried and thinking about Auntie J who has always had a thing after The Birds. I have not seen the movie but that got my imagination going in a hurry!
This is one of my very favorite ways to start a day. Now on with it!
6.15.2008
The voice in my head
{This a.m. I'm heading out for a walk/run.}
It's 8:30, why is this guy walking down our street right now?? I think he's trudging through the walk of shame (after a good night of drinking, still in your bar clothes, etc.) He wouldn't usually cross my mind as a threat, but this is weird... moving on.
I'm going to run for a while, get a head start in case that guy decides to come after me (he was however walking the opposite direction). Oh yeah, and that is why I came out here in the first place.
It's an absolutely b.e.a.utiful morning for a run. Never thought I'd say that in this lifetime.
Run, walk, run, walk... running more than walking. Impressive. Ok, I'm going to make it to that mailbox running. Now that one. Ok, to that road. Wow, I'm actually running quite a bit! Ok, I'll run to the bottom of that hill, it looks like killer to get up. Huh... seems I have more energy than anticipated, I'll run up it until I no longer can. Oh my, I'm already at the middle. Now I have to make.it.to.the.top. I'm here, I actually made it to the top of this hill! I can't believe it. I'm almost believing you can do anything you put your mind to at this point, at least that's the way I'm thinking as the adrenaline is pumping through my body. Whew.
I still need to clock this path out, but I'm certain I ran well over a mile. I'm impressing myself by doing something I never thought I would, and making it up those big hills.
It's 8:30, why is this guy walking down our street right now?? I think he's trudging through the walk of shame (after a good night of drinking, still in your bar clothes, etc.) He wouldn't usually cross my mind as a threat, but this is weird... moving on.
I'm going to run for a while, get a head start in case that guy decides to come after me (he was however walking the opposite direction). Oh yeah, and that is why I came out here in the first place.
It's an absolutely b.e.a.utiful morning for a run. Never thought I'd say that in this lifetime.
Run, walk, run, walk... running more than walking. Impressive. Ok, I'm going to make it to that mailbox running. Now that one. Ok, to that road. Wow, I'm actually running quite a bit! Ok, I'll run to the bottom of that hill, it looks like killer to get up. Huh... seems I have more energy than anticipated, I'll run up it until I no longer can. Oh my, I'm already at the middle. Now I have to make.it.to.the.top. I'm here, I actually made it to the top of this hill! I can't believe it. I'm almost believing you can do anything you put your mind to at this point, at least that's the way I'm thinking as the adrenaline is pumping through my body. Whew.
I still need to clock this path out, but I'm certain I ran well over a mile. I'm impressing myself by doing something I never thought I would, and making it up those big hills.
5.07.2008
Happy Hump Day
Here we are, already half-way through yet another week. Today was a lovely day off, spending time with Peanut, enjoying the beautiful weather. We went and did some grocery shopping, he really enjoys looking around at everyone and everything. It's absolutely incredible to me who talks to him the most... men. Anywhere from middle aged to "I have 3 granddaughters". Grown men turn on their soft, baby voices and chat with Peanut like no one else is around. I love seeing the gentle side of guys, even if they are complete strangers.
I estimate I haven't actually run, say a mile, in probably 10 years plus, and even back then it was tough. Well, I'm very slowly working my way up. I figure I probably ran anywhere from a quarter to half mile today on my walk (I realize that sounds like nothing to some people, but I never felt as though my body was made for running). Although I don't mind the elliptical in the cold, stark gym, it feels so good to be outside, looking at the scenery and breathing the fresh air... til I can hardly breathe. :) It sure feels good.
I estimate I haven't actually run, say a mile, in probably 10 years plus, and even back then it was tough. Well, I'm very slowly working my way up. I figure I probably ran anywhere from a quarter to half mile today on my walk (I realize that sounds like nothing to some people, but I never felt as though my body was made for running). Although I don't mind the elliptical in the cold, stark gym, it feels so good to be outside, looking at the scenery and breathing the fresh air... til I can hardly breathe. :) It sure feels good.
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