5k

As I posted on my family blog, Tanner and I ran our first 5k on October 22nd. It was amazing. I have never been a long distance runner, but after the race I totally want to push to do a 10k. Running really helps me emotionally. Depression runs in my family, as I've learned. I suffered from it after my oldest was born. Two years of it really did some magic to me. I look in the mirror and I don't know who I am. It's a hard life. I've become very angry and even today suffer mildly from the depression. But I notice that when I do run, I feel so much better.

I'm amazed that I actually ran the whole 3 miles. I'm 20 pounds over weight and no strength. Honestly, I'm so motivated by the fact I ran the race. Mainly because if I could run those 3 miles in the shape I am in, what could I do when I am in better shape? With a little weight training and more running, who knows, maybe I could run an actual marathon. It's something to strive for. I feel good. Feel better than I have in a LONG time. (I just this summer heat would leave so I could run in the morning. Not at 6am or 6pm. Yes, it's still upper 90's here. Except today...75 baby and overcast! Oh I live for days like today!)

With this being said I think it's time to share my weight and measurements. (Maybe photos. But I'm in spandex and a sports bra....a little embarrassing.) But when I look at those photos I can already see a difference. Feels so good.

Stats from September 30th

Weight: 148
Tummy: 37in
Hips: 41in
Inner Thigh: 25in  (That's where I hold most my weight)

October 26th

Weight: 140
Tummy: 34in.
Hips: 40in
Inner Thigh: 24in.

I find it amazing how much I lost in a month when I was really inconsistent with working out. Again, imagine how much more I can lose when I am working out daily like I want. AND eating healthy. This last month I was not eating well at all! Lots of chocolate and ice cream and eating out. It's been a week since I've had soda, fast food, candy, junk...so hopefully more weight will drop with me eating better. I'm not so concerned about the number on the scale but more how I feel and look. And so far I have gained a ton more confidence because to me, I look and feel better!

(Insert photos here)

I don't think I'm ready to post pics yet. Although I'm sure no one reads this...it is an open blog. Anyone can view it.


So maybe soon...but for now here is my workout I've been doing this week.

Monday, Wednesday, Friday: Running. I ran 1 mile on Monday, mainly cuz it was dark and I was alone. Tonight I plan on running with a friend and we plan on running 3 miles.

Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday: Weight training. I have Turbo Jam and I do the Turbo Sculpt. It's a 35 minute full body work out. I LOVE.

Sunday's are my day of rest :)