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inspired by Joey, from the tv show Friends, referring to his brain after saying something smart.
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"I wear many hats"
For today's FGR: Say Whaaaaaat? -- The idea of this group is to recreate everyday or common sayings.
It is in the 60s today. I know I should be happy about this, but I did not enjoy running in weather that cold. I wore long pants and long sleeves, but I was still freezing for must of it. I still managed to complete W2D3 for a total of 2 miles in under 30 minutes. Thursday I start week 3 where I'll be running intervals of 90 seconds and 3 minutes. I really want to get the nike+ ipod sports kit (for which I would also need to buy an ipod nano) or SportsBand, but do I really need 'em?
I think all theming of this project, be it a day or a week, will have to wait until May. The next two weeks will be extremely stressful as school comes to a close and I frantically finish grading (and doing my taxes). I have way too much going on right now, and I am feeling overwhelmed. I am hoping my weight loss and workout programs won't be affected, but something has to give. Oh well. Here is hoping May arrives soon and I get everything done in time.
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