So a friend of mine from High school is a crazy runner. I'm talking running 100 milers. He is AMAZING!!!! I remember him running it last year and reading his blog all about his run and how inspiring he is. He is the guy I always talk to about running, what shoes I should buy, what supplements I should be taking etc. Well the other day I got am email from him asking me if I can be one of his pacers for his Wasatch 100 miler on September 6th. I am soooooo excited to do this with him. He said that I will be running 14-22 miles with him. But this run is not a road run. This is a trail run which I have never done. He is going to take me on a few runs on some trials before race day. I am a little nervous but super excited:)
Maybe one day I'll be brave and run the 100 miler too. Oh man, that is crazy talk. Hahahaha
Wednesday, May 29, 2013
So, so close!!!!!
Remember how I have a goal of running 3 miles in 21 minutes? Well I am sooooo CLOSE!!!! I tried it on Monday and ran it in 23:20. I was really happy with that time since I haven't been running as much as I should.
I woke up this morning determined to reach my goal. I got to the gym early and took off. Oh man, I was getting so tired and winded. There was a few times I had to turn my pace down to 7.5. I am bummed to say that I didn't reach my goal today. In fact I got the exact same time again today 23:20. I KNOW I can do it. I need my hubby or someone standing right next to be to help me push through and do it.
I know that I don't push myself 100% at the gym. I think because I am worried about breathing so load or letting out the occasional scream. Hahaha.
I'm going to keep trying and reach my goal. 7 minute miles is dang HARD but I am so proud of myself were I am today. I remember when I couldn't even run 1 mile without stopping, and when I finally could run 1 mile it was around 12 minutes. I have come a LONG ways in my speed and endurance and I feel great:)
I woke up this morning determined to reach my goal. I got to the gym early and took off. Oh man, I was getting so tired and winded. There was a few times I had to turn my pace down to 7.5. I am bummed to say that I didn't reach my goal today. In fact I got the exact same time again today 23:20. I KNOW I can do it. I need my hubby or someone standing right next to be to help me push through and do it.
I know that I don't push myself 100% at the gym. I think because I am worried about breathing so load or letting out the occasional scream. Hahaha.
I'm going to keep trying and reach my goal. 7 minute miles is dang HARD but I am so proud of myself were I am today. I remember when I couldn't even run 1 mile without stopping, and when I finally could run 1 mile it was around 12 minutes. I have come a LONG ways in my speed and endurance and I feel great:)
Monday, May 27, 2013
Oh boy it's summer!!!
I can not believe how fast time has gone by. I haven't been blogging:/ My diet and exercise hasn't been the greatest at all. To be honest, when the weather starts getting really nice, I ALWAYS fall back into my bad habits. But I am so sick being in my "bad habit" and can't wait to kill it again. I was going to start hard core last Monday but we went camping the whole week and I just decided to really enjoy and not worry.
I am however having some panic attacks. I for the most part am a pretty confident girl but I soooooo am not when I am in a swim suit. Doesn't matter if I am fit or not, I am not one that feels super confident in a Bikini and my boys are ready to go swimming NOW.
Our gym has a pretty awesome pool and I told my husband last night that I am so worried to go, especially the gym pool because I always see people I know, or the regulars. I just really should care, but I do.
I promised myself that I will not let my "swimsuit" insecurities get in the way this year like it does every year because who really cares anyways? NO ONE!!!! I feel bad that my kids miss out some times because of me. All because I don't want to be seen.
So time for me to be a big girl and enjoy this amazing weather with my sweet family and who gives a crap who I might see and just ENJOY it:) (not going to lie, I will be freaking out in the inside;) LOL
I am however having some panic attacks. I for the most part am a pretty confident girl but I soooooo am not when I am in a swim suit. Doesn't matter if I am fit or not, I am not one that feels super confident in a Bikini and my boys are ready to go swimming NOW.
Our gym has a pretty awesome pool and I told my husband last night that I am so worried to go, especially the gym pool because I always see people I know, or the regulars. I just really should care, but I do.
I promised myself that I will not let my "swimsuit" insecurities get in the way this year like it does every year because who really cares anyways? NO ONE!!!! I feel bad that my kids miss out some times because of me. All because I don't want to be seen.
So time for me to be a big girl and enjoy this amazing weather with my sweet family and who gives a crap who I might see and just ENJOY it:) (not going to lie, I will be freaking out in the inside;) LOL
Wednesday, May 8, 2013
Back in the zone!
Oh man, I am having the HARDEST time ever with my diet. By "diet" I mean eating healthy. Ugh I just can't get out of the funk. But I do have to say that I started back up with my workouts and starting to feel so much better, and I have done a little better with my diet this week but not as good as I want. Sometimes I think taking a brake for a bit is actually a bad thing. For me anyways. Cheat days are a must but when I take a "brake" for a week or so, it turns into a month brake and soooooo hard to get back into the groove. Blahhhhhh
Remember how my main goal is to be "buff?" LOL I am going to hit that goal, and I hope I do this year. It will take some SERIOUS dedication, motivation and discipline but I know I can do it. I asked my Hubs tonight how long he thinks it would take me and he thinks maybe 6-9 months. Really I don't have a time frame. I know it takes time and I want to do it the healthy way but I found a pic on Pinterest (I know I have posted many before) but this is the perfect picture for me. I know some think this look is ugly, but I absolutely LOVE it!!!!! I have always been into very strong and fit bodies and I want to see if I can do it, and you know me, I love to do what most wouldn't do:) Actually I know I can. I just need to be 200% committed. Maybe this year, next year, when ever, but I will reach my goal one day.
First, I need to do some major research. I know what I do isn't enough. I need to learn what I should be doing to reach my goal. So for now this pic below is my "Dream body" Oh wait, I'm no longer going to "dream" I WILL reach my goal!!!!!!! :)
Remember how my main goal is to be "buff?" LOL I am going to hit that goal, and I hope I do this year. It will take some SERIOUS dedication, motivation and discipline but I know I can do it. I asked my Hubs tonight how long he thinks it would take me and he thinks maybe 6-9 months. Really I don't have a time frame. I know it takes time and I want to do it the healthy way but I found a pic on Pinterest (I know I have posted many before) but this is the perfect picture for me. I know some think this look is ugly, but I absolutely LOVE it!!!!! I have always been into very strong and fit bodies and I want to see if I can do it, and you know me, I love to do what most wouldn't do:) Actually I know I can. I just need to be 200% committed. Maybe this year, next year, when ever, but I will reach my goal one day.
First, I need to do some major research. I know what I do isn't enough. I need to learn what I should be doing to reach my goal. So for now this pic below is my "Dream body" Oh wait, I'm no longer going to "dream" I WILL reach my goal!!!!!!! :)
Sunday, May 5, 2013
3 hour spin class
So on Saturday May 4th, My friend and I did a 3 hour, yes 3 hour outside spin class. All the money went towards the MS society. I have to be honest, I was a little worried for this class. For one it's 3 HOURS and I haven't done spin in about 2 years so I knew it would hurt.
The class started at about 9:15ish and we were off. It was seriously sooooooo much fun!!! I had a blast. The weather was amazing. Warm with a cool breeze. They were passing out bagels, orange wedges, granola bars, water, Gatorade, spraying sun screen on everyone, giving out a ton of prizes, which by the way, I won a $10.00 gift card to a pizza joint:)
It was challenging at times but I did it:) It was AWESOME!!! I for got how much I love and miss spin. I want to try and go to one spin class a week.
I am also surprised that I am not really sore at all. My bum is a tiny bit and my legs aren't at all. I guess my body was ready for it since I've been running a ton.
I can't wait to do this again next year:)
The class started at about 9:15ish and we were off. It was seriously sooooooo much fun!!! I had a blast. The weather was amazing. Warm with a cool breeze. They were passing out bagels, orange wedges, granola bars, water, Gatorade, spraying sun screen on everyone, giving out a ton of prizes, which by the way, I won a $10.00 gift card to a pizza joint:)
It was challenging at times but I did it:) It was AWESOME!!! I for got how much I love and miss spin. I want to try and go to one spin class a week.
I am also surprised that I am not really sore at all. My bum is a tiny bit and my legs aren't at all. I guess my body was ready for it since I've been running a ton.
I can't wait to do this again next year:)
Recipes for May
I am going to try and do my whole month of May menu and I really wanted to try some new healthy recipes out. Just click on each link to get the recipe and after I have made it, I'll come back and write what I think about it:)
Here are a few things we will be having this month. I don't have it organized just yet, but you can get an idea of what we will be having. I hope they all turn out good:)
Chicken Marsala
I will not be using mushroom because we don't like them and I will not use parsley because I think it's a waste. LOL I will not be eating the chicken since I don't eat meat, but I will make some Quinoa and put the sauce on it and maybe add some black beans.
http://www.closetcooking.com/2012/11/chicken-marsala.html
BBQ Chicken Quinoa Salad
I will not be eating chicken on mine, but I will add some BBQ sauce to my meal.I think this looks really good:)
http://www.eat-yourself-skinny.com/2013/02/bbq-chicken-quinoa-salad.html
Cabbage Rolls
I will not be using the wild rice like it calls for. I will use Quinoa. I will also make some with ground beef for my family and some with black bean for me. Can't wait to try it:)
http://melissaknorris.com/2012/04/18/pioneering-today-slow-cooker-cabbage-rolls-recipe/
Pizzadilla
Now these I make all the time and we all LOVE them. I love it because it seriously feels like I am eating a good ol piece of fatty pizza, but it's healthy:) I will eat a little pepperoni (I know weird) but I have been using the turkey ones lately and they taste just as good and so much better for you:)
You can just look at the picture and see how to make them. YUMMM
http://pinterest.com/pin/49961877087573010/
Blackened Chicken and Cilantro Limo Quinoa
http://www.sarcasticcooking.com/2012/03/15/blackened-chicken-and-cilantro-lime-quinoa/
Honey sesame Chicken
I've made this many times and my husband loves it. I serve it over brown rice.
http://veryculinary.com/2012/02/09/crock-pot-honey-sesame-chicken/
Here are a few things we will be having this month. I don't have it organized just yet, but you can get an idea of what we will be having. I hope they all turn out good:)
Chicken Marsala
I will not be using mushroom because we don't like them and I will not use parsley because I think it's a waste. LOL I will not be eating the chicken since I don't eat meat, but I will make some Quinoa and put the sauce on it and maybe add some black beans.
http://www.closetcooking.com/2012/11/chicken-marsala.html
BBQ Chicken Quinoa Salad
I will not be eating chicken on mine, but I will add some BBQ sauce to my meal.I think this looks really good:)
http://www.eat-yourself-skinny.com/2013/02/bbq-chicken-quinoa-salad.html
Cabbage Rolls
I will not be using the wild rice like it calls for. I will use Quinoa. I will also make some with ground beef for my family and some with black bean for me. Can't wait to try it:)
http://melissaknorris.com/2012/04/18/pioneering-today-slow-cooker-cabbage-rolls-recipe/
Pizzadilla
Now these I make all the time and we all LOVE them. I love it because it seriously feels like I am eating a good ol piece of fatty pizza, but it's healthy:) I will eat a little pepperoni (I know weird) but I have been using the turkey ones lately and they taste just as good and so much better for you:)
You can just look at the picture and see how to make them. YUMMM
http://pinterest.com/pin/49961877087573010/
Blackened Chicken and Cilantro Limo Quinoa
http://www.sarcasticcooking.com/2012/03/15/blackened-chicken-and-cilantro-lime-quinoa/
Honey sesame Chicken
I've made this many times and my husband loves it. I serve it over brown rice.
http://veryculinary.com/2012/02/09/crock-pot-honey-sesame-chicken/
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