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The family clan talking after dinner. Left to Right: Robin Krause, Stan Krause, Richard Peat, Beth Peat
... but I'm hoping if I keep doing yoga regularly I will soon :)
I am actually surprised there is that much of a gap. I knew I wasn't flexible, but not this much. Oh well, it will get better :) *adds to RTM to do list*
This pic is for today's FGR group, Things I Can't Do!. I was going to post other things I can't do with this picture, but since the group is a project of at least 5 pics, I think I'll save them and do another themed week ... maybe ;) Tune in tomorrow to find out.
I did it! I finished my first 5K in just under 45 minutes (44:38) and I feel great. I know it's no 10 or 12 minute mile or anything, but I think its great considering I am still walking most of it. I am a little tired of course, but I am not exhausted or in pain. I had a slightly better pace than the last race, which is a great accomplishment since this course was mostly hard-packed sand making it harder and slower. I think it helped that I have been training and that I wore cooler clothes than last time. I followed week 2, day 2 of the C25K program for the first 2 miles. After about 10 minutes of walking, the other podcast kicked in; and I put in an extra 3 run intervals, then sprinted to the finish line. I ran a total of about 14 minutes. Now I have 3 weeks to kick it up a notch for Disney's Go Red For Women 5K, where I hope to be able to run at least half of it.
Starting Weight: 152 (1/29/08)
Previous Weigh-in: 140.2
Current Weigh-in: 137.6
Weight Difference: -2.6
Total Weight Loss: -14.4 in 71 days
Mini Goal Exceeded: Weight < 140 lbs
Current Goal: 135 lbs (2.6 lbs to go)
I am finally showing a significant weight loss, broke through that pesky plateau, and I now weigh under 140 lbs! Obviously I have been very active this week with 4 days of C25K walk/runs and 20-30 mins of weightlifting and abs on the other days. I also did yoga last Sat and will probably do that tonight and after the race. I kinda miss kickboxing, but I don't want to overwork my legs so I am focusing on upper body and abs on days off from running. I am taking it easy tonight to give my body a rest and be ready for the race tomorrow.
I looked up my BMI and I just need to lose about 1.5 lbs more to not be considered overweight anymore. woohoo! Hopefully I'll reach my 135 goal in a week or two.
For today's FGR: Stuck Like That
There have been 47 billion instances of mothers saying "Stop or your face will get stuck like that!" To date, there has not been one recorded case of mom being right. So screw it, let's see your goofiest faces ever.
My contribution to Flickr's first video meme, "Fridgets," wherein I revel in the joys of bachelorhood.
Flickr has video ("long photos") now, and damned if I'm not going to upload some stupid crap to test out a new feature.
I actually have a very brown thumb, but that is nearly impossible with the AeroGarden. Jason bought this and planted this crop less than a month ago and the basil is already taking over. The other herbs are also in full bloom, but basil just grows like crazy. I am going to have to put it in EVERYTHING, so if anyone has any good basil recipes pass them along.
For today's FGR: In Your Kitchen
I just finished week 1, day 2 of the Couch to 5K Running Plan and I feel great. It was definitely easier than the first workout and when he announced it was my last run interval, I couldn't believe it. I think doing it in the morning and wearing shorts helped, as I did it in the afternoon with the sun beating down on me and wearing pants last time. I walked extra for a total of 2.5 miles in just over 37 minutes. Next time I am going to start with a half mile warm up walk (about 7-10 minutes) so it is easier for me to walk/run a total of 3 miles. At this pace, I should be able to complete next weekend's 5k under 45 minutes (my initial goal). By the time the Disney 5k comes around on 5/3, I should be running 2 miles in the program, so I should only have to walk up to half of that 5k. My goal is to be able to complete the Run for the Trees 5k on 5/24 jogging the whole time with little to no walking, as it coincides with week 9, day 1 where I should be running 3 miles with only a 5 minute warm-up walk. This of course assumes I do not have to repeat any days in the program (I plan to repeat any days in which I can't complete the required jogging times).
If you are interested in trying this out (it's a great way to start even if you do not think you are a runner), here are some excellent resources to get you started that I'm using:
-- C25K Running Plan - This sites describes the program and what to do each of the 9 weeks.
-- C25K Checklist - This site is just the chart of the 9 week program with checkboxes to track your progress. It uses a browser cookie so it remembers what you checked from one visit to the next.
-- C25K Podcasts - One of my biggest worries was how I was going to keep track of when to run, when to jog, and when I had done enough intervals. These podcasts make it super easy and include workout music to keep you motivated.
So who's with me? I know we can all do this!
This was the first room we were supposed to stay in at Robert's Grove. Unfortunately it was also right above the kitchen and we could hear the cooks banging plates around, and the music and people from the bar. The management was very nice about it and moved us down to the "penthouse" of one of the villas on the edge of the property where it was very quiet.
This was the first room we were supposed to stay in at Robert's Grove. Unfortunately it was also right above the kitchen and we could hear the cooks banging plates around, and the music and people from the bar. The management was very nice about it and moved us down to the "penthouse" of one of the villas on the edge of the property where it was very quiet.
This was the first room we were supposed to stay in at Robert's Grove. Unfortunately it was also right above the kitchen and we could hear the cooks banging plates around, and the music and people from the bar. The management was very nice about it and moved us down to the "penthouse" of one of the villas on the edge of the property where it was very quiet.
This was the first room we were supposed to stay in at Robert's Grove. Unfortunately it was also right above the kitchen and we could hear the cooks banging plates around, and the music and people from the bar. The management was very nice about it and moved us down to the "penthouse" of one of the villas on the edge of the property where it was very quiet.