Haha it has been a little too cold for me lately. A little jogging on the treadmill at the gym, between weight lifting sets. I'm supposed to run in a 5K event tomorrow morning with a group of about 10 people from work. It's supposed to be 8º at race time...at least half have already back out. I haven't yet, but I know I will be extremely tempted tomorrow morning to not go. That would just plain hurt!
Anyway, just giving this a bump, hopefully to get some people re-motivated to take advantage when warmer weather does come around.
Me 38, WAW 30 D11 (former marriage) S2 T 8 years M 3 years BD 8/20/23 S 8/20/23
I'm signed up for our city's triple crown of running, a half marathon, and a trail 1/2 marathon, all in the next 2 months. That's tbe good news. The bad news: injuries. Still trying to manage a chronic pain from heel spur (2 yrs and counting), and I just tweaked my back at the gym. Supposed to run a 10K this Saturday. Right now Id say I'm 50/50 for it
Me 38, WAW 30 D11 (former marriage) S2 T 8 years M 3 years BD 8/20/23 S 8/20/23
Diet: well i don't have advice, just a request for prayer/positive thoughts haha ...my new apt is 50 yds from the best pizza place in the whole city. I can actually smell it when I have the windows open
Me 38, WAW 30 D11 (former marriage) S2 T 8 years M 3 years BD 8/20/23 S 8/20/23
I registered for a half in November, hoping it will keep me motivated! Struggling with the run right now and not even running 3 miles YET! A few years ago I did a trail half marathon, the Tough Mudder, Ragnar relay and several other runs. Disappointed in myself for letting myself get this out of shape again. BUT, like in my R I am trying to look forward and not dwell in the past!
Thanks for getting this thread going again RAI!
Me-44 (45) H- 50 (51) M-'96
S-18(20)D-15(17)D-12(14)
BD Feb 2014 (he works overseas) home Oct(sep rooms) (EAs possible Pa's unconfirmed) insists wants D through July 2015 no more talk of D since
I signed the kids and I up for a Color Run (google it) in a few mos. It sounds like a fun time if it's available in your area, plus it's a great bonding experience with kids.
Diet: well i don't have advice, just a request for prayer/positive thoughts haha ...my new apt is 50 yds from the best pizza place in the whole city. I can actually smell it when I have the windows open
I used to park my car right next to a pizza shop. Had to walk by that awesome aroma daily. Pizza is as good a 2000-calorie meal plan as I can imagine. I suppose you can use pizza as a reward for a good workout. I actually keep some of my favorite snack in my office, because I am pretty sure that I am burning more calories that I am consuming. DB and 1/2-marathon training together make for an excellent weight loss plan.
I played hooky from my IC yesterday and went to the gym instead. My trainer is working my core. I never new I had a "core". Hope to run or hit the elliptical this weekend.
I registered for a half in November, hoping it will keep me motivated! Struggling with the run right now and not even running 3 miles YET!
It's is still early and you still have plenty of time: I asked last time, and the 1/2-marathon organizers say you need a minimum of 16 weeks to train for one. You have considerably more than that. Are you using a trainer or training App to pace yourself and make sure you are meeting your weekly goals?
I am amazed at how de-conditioned I got over the winter. I did three miles last week and almost died!! In the peak of the summer, 3 miles would not even have winded me. To my credit, I did push myself a litter harder than usual and increased the pace a bit past my comfort zone. Don't laugh, but my avg pace was about 10 min. Two years ago I would wheeze after 1 mile.
Originally Posted By: lost18
Thanks for getting this thread going again RAI!
My pleasure. It is nice to have something to look forward to. Ain't it?
Are you trying to lose weight? Calculate your base metabolic rate, then use something like My Fitness Pal. Enter food and workouts, and keep it at a 500 calorie deficit. Fat will shred off. Of course, keeping it at -500 calories is much easier said than done, as we all know. For me, I had to use My Fitness Pal for several months before I was really comfortable knowing how much to eat to lose or gain weight (in my case I want more muscle).
lost18, that's a great idea! I'd recommend 2-3 shorter races in the meantime, though. Nothing motivates like an impending race! And then running with hundreds or thousands of people is a boost in it's own right.
Tarheel, have fun in the color run! Be sure to wear a bandana or something across your face or have it available. One of my friends had some issues in a color run with too much of the powder getting into his nose, etc. He is particularly sensitive, though. Just something to keep in mind. I'm sure you'll have a blast, though!
Me 38, WAW 30 D11 (former marriage) S2 T 8 years M 3 years BD 8/20/23 S 8/20/23
Are you trying to lose weight? Calculate your base metabolic rate, then use something like My Fitness Pal. Enter food and workouts, and keep it at a 500 calorie deficit. Fat will shred off. Of course, keeping it at -500 calories is much easier said than done, as we all know. For me, I had to use My Fitness Pal for several months before I was really comfortable knowing how much to eat to lose or gain weight (in my case I want more muscle).
Not trying to lose weight. 2000-2200 calories is a maintain weight, gain muscle meal plan for me. I downloaded the My Fitness Pal app (I think you suggested it last time), but I have not been able to use it yet. Kind of overwhelmed right now - see my thread for details. Be warned, it is bummer right now. enter at your own risk.
. Hurts soo good!