Being flexible is important when it comes to life. I am continually working on accepting this without having it be a major interruption in my life.
With that being said, I have changed my journey. I am still on a quest for a healthier lifestyle but have redefined my goals and objectives.
For now, I am not running and have come to the realization that you don't have to run or walk to get into shape. I know most people are smarter than I am, and already knew this.
I joined a gym and have started working out again this week. I have had three great workouts and my foot doesn't hurt...yeah!!!!!
I'm going to continue my blog and let you see how my journey unfolds to becoming a more healthy, happier and fulfilled person.
Stay tuned...you may find something that helps you!
Jennie's Journey 2013
Thursday, May 2, 2013
Monday, March 25, 2013
FOCUS is the theme this week. I have to make sure I stay on schedule as we are going on vacation next week. Not sure how good I will be about getting to my workouts.
Looks like the weather is going to get better later in the week, so looking forward to going outside.
REMEMBER:
Have a great week and run on!
Looks like the weather is going to get better later in the week, so looking forward to going outside.
REMEMBER:
"Your Legs Are
Not Giving Out.
Your Head Is
Giving Up.
Keep Going."
Have a great week and run on!
Tuesday, March 19, 2013
My run today was a “Calgon take me away” reprieve. Those of you that know me, know that I need
my “Jennie” time. Today was a perfect example.
I am now working from home, which is great most days, however,
the kids didn’t have school today. My 14 year old daughter had three friends
spend the night now they are practicing for their band competition. I’m about ready to go crazy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
So what did I do? I laced ‘em up and went for a jog. This
was a much needed break from the chaos that was ensuing in my home.
As moms we feel that taking time for ourselves to decompress
is selfish but as the saying goes, “If you don’t take care of yourself, you
can’t take care of others.”
Put yourself first and run on!
Friday, March 15, 2013
I like to move it, move it! I know you know that song.
Having good music to work out makes it much more fun. I’m to
the point in my workouts that I am running more than walking so music helps
me to keep going.
I found a few sites on the internet that suggest songs for
running. The songs below are from a site that I found specifically for running
a 5k. These songs are timed out for 9 minute miles, which I WON’T be running,
but they are fun to listen to and are motivational.
1.
"What I Like
About You" — The Romantics
2.
"Runaway
Baby" — Bruno Mars
3.
"Hey Ya!" —
Outkast
4.
"Cold War" —
Janelle Monae
5.
"Maria" —
Blondie
6.
"Wide Awake"
— Katy
Perry
7.
"Walcott" —
Vampire Weekend
8.
"Cheers (Drink to
That)" — Rihanna
Have fun and run on!
Friday, March 8, 2013
Thursday, March 7, 2013
I just got off the treadmill after one of my workouts on my way to a 5K. It went pretty
well. The treadmill and I are going to have to learn to be friends as the
weather is not cooperating and letting me go outside.
My biggest challenge is going to be my Plantar fasciitis. If any of you have ever
had this, it is VERY painful. I am NOT going to let this be my excuse this time
for quitting. I will work through this. If you have never heard of this
condition, you can go to: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMH0004438/ for more information.
I visited my foot doctor and got inserts for my shoes and also got a GOOD
paid of running shoes which is a MUST! If you need some advice on shoes and
live in Grand Rapids, Holland or Kalamazoo, you should visit Gazelle Sports (I
know that I mentioned them before and NO I am not getting paid to mention them
but they are AWESOME!) They will watch you walk and give you a gait analysis
and put you in the right type of shoes that best supports your walking/running
habits.
Keep On Running!
Monday, March 4, 2013
Well, I’ve a done a few workouts now and am feeling like this is
something I can really accomplish. On the days in between the runs, I have been
doing a workout that I found on Pinterest
(if I spent as much time working out as I do on this site, I’d be
running a marathon instead of only a 5K) for my arms. Not only will strong arms
help you with your running, they look good in tank tops too!
I have been using five pound weights. Check it out and let
me know what you think: http://pinterest.com/pin/249879479296759483/.
I know it’s a Monday, but make the best of it and keep
going, we can do this!!!!!
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