Today, I had NO intention of running. I didn't even think I was going to take a walk longer than it took my son to get some fresh air, but I did. And I feel great.
It was around 6p.m., after dinner, and I was not wanting to study anymore, so I cleaned him up and stuck him in the jogger, and headed to the fair grounds to do some laps. I like this idea a lot, running/walking at the fairgrounds, because then I can see my goal directly in front of me, know exactly how much more I have to do to reach my goal, and there are always people there to push me to go harder and faster.
That's what happened today. There was a big crowd at the fairgrounds and when I got in the gated off area, I just took off. I really didn't think that I was going to run, but I just felt the urge and desire! I made it one full lap, and about 1/8 into the next one, when my brain was pounding. It was 90 degrees out and I am out of shape. Either way, I am proud of my effort. I feel a bit spastic in my movements but I think that has something to do with this AWESOME body weight work out I did while Jr. played in the grass on the side of the hill.
My resistance training:
4 sets of 6 situps with legs crossed in the air, arms at side. Hold the 6th, and breath out for 6 seconds.
10 squats
10 burpees
25 jumping jacks
repeat 8 times.
That equals:
192 situps (i did 8 extra, just to reach my goal of 200)
80 squats
80 burpees
200 jumping jacks
#Ripped. #Tight. #Soretomorrow.
While I was taking the time to do this on the side of the track, I saw a heavier girl walk around once, then the second time I saw her, she was running. IN my head, I was just screaming, GO GO GO, and I am sure she could tell by the big smile I had on my face. Way to go. Don't let the ones that are passing you, get in your way, or prevent you from moving forward. Get out there. Every little bit counts, even my 3/4 mile.
Anyways, I followed up with some glutamine, vitamin C and inositol when I got home. I did 1/2 a scoop of Chai Vega, and now I am about to hit the rack for some well deserved, severely needed SLEEP. Your body NEEDS time for recovery. Today, though, was amazing. I had a complete RUNNERS HIGH!!!
Good night, runners. Seeya on the flip side.
...Amelia...
