Still not sure what I want to do for a fitness plan, so yesterday morning it was back to the streets for a run.
4:55 alarm, out the door shortly afterwards. This will sound strange, but it was a "shorter" run - about 2 1/4 miles. The shin splints that started to appear during my last week of hard training are still lurking so I need to be careful with what I do over the next week or so.
Several projects sitting right in front of me to wrap up in the next couple days. A paper for my strategic management class, hauling away a bunch of "yard debris" (sticks, pulled weeds, etc), completeing the action plan for my new sales territory, setting up the robotics team fundraising campaign, and finishing my taxes. Yes, I took an extension and still need to wrap them up. (Planning ahead for next year, I'm going to take a couple days off in March and complete the taxes and FAFSA on time!)
I also need to spend some more time with my goal book and really roll out a plan. The Ziglar/Godin plan covers 12 weeks, so if I start on Sunday documenting everything in the book (and some here) that will bring me right up to Christmas and only a week away from the end of the 100 Days Challenge.
The objective is to pick just four goals and do something everyday to make progress on those four. I'm pretty sure I know what I'll be choosing, but I don't want to jump ahead in the process.
Wow - I do have a lot going on, but I know that as I knock each item out I feel a sense of accomplishment; and thats always good.
Friday, September 30, 2011
Monday, September 26, 2011
The end, or the beginning ?
Saturday (Day 2) was the 5 mile run. I finished in a time that I was happy with. But I was disappointed in how much walking I did.
Still I need to focus on the postitive. That is always a challenge for me.
Now....whats next?
- Do more organized runs? Probably lean towrd the 5k's over the 5 milers.
I have thought about a crazy goal like 50 5k's before I turn 50. Is that just crazy talk?
- Switch to other types of exercise? Bob Harper videos or a Zumba class again....
- Go back to biking? I did a ton of that from 16-19. (That was a long time ago)
Right now I'm going to take a few days off. Have a mild case of shin splints. I felt them coming on during my big push two weeks ago. A little rest will do them good.
No matter what I have to do something. I'm still too heavy and don't feel good about myself.
Plus there is this pesky 100 day clock ticking.........
Still I need to focus on the postitive. That is always a challenge for me.
Now....whats next?
- Do more organized runs? Probably lean towrd the 5k's over the 5 milers.
I have thought about a crazy goal like 50 5k's before I turn 50. Is that just crazy talk?
- Switch to other types of exercise? Bob Harper videos or a Zumba class again....
- Go back to biking? I did a ton of that from 16-19. (That was a long time ago)
Right now I'm going to take a few days off. Have a mild case of shin splints. I felt them coming on during my big push two weeks ago. A little rest will do them good.
No matter what I have to do something. I'm still too heavy and don't feel good about myself.
Plus there is this pesky 100 day clock ticking.........
Friday, September 23, 2011
And we're back......
Since our last episode...
The interview - it turned into a job - and it's great. A whole new field for me, but I can draw on much of my past sales/business development experience. Been here a little over a year and it's going quite well.
But.......the new job has me on the road. Eating discipline went out the window, weight slowly crept back on. I gained almost 30 pounds, gettting me (almost) back to my highest weight ever. And my fat man pants! As a result of that, cholesterol went back up and now I am on medication.
Once I got sick and tired of looking and feeling this way, I started taking action and so far have dropped almost 10 pounds. One of the things I've done is gotten back to running. I'll never consider myself a runner, but tommorrow morning I'm signed up to participate in a 5 mile run. (I did one in training last week, but until tommorrow I won't consider it to be "real")
But why am I blogging again ?
I would say it is a combination of things.
- The 5 miler is really presenting itself as a breakthrough moment for me. I haven't said that out loud to many people, but in my head it is huge.
- I've been reading a variety of other blogs on struggles and accomplishments plus some on other fun topics.
- There are 100 days left in this year. I like the idea of 100 day challenges - like you'll see in previous posts.
- Seth Godin has updated a Zig Ziglar goal setting system. I love both of them and have started using the system. For some reason I can't post a link here, but go to Amazon and enter "Pick Four Godin" it will come up.
- Sometimes it just helps to put things in writing (typing) kind of a "brain download"
Not sure if anyone will read this. Not sure how often I will post. But I'm back and trying again.
The interview - it turned into a job - and it's great. A whole new field for me, but I can draw on much of my past sales/business development experience. Been here a little over a year and it's going quite well.
But.......the new job has me on the road. Eating discipline went out the window, weight slowly crept back on. I gained almost 30 pounds, gettting me (almost) back to my highest weight ever. And my fat man pants! As a result of that, cholesterol went back up and now I am on medication.
Once I got sick and tired of looking and feeling this way, I started taking action and so far have dropped almost 10 pounds. One of the things I've done is gotten back to running. I'll never consider myself a runner, but tommorrow morning I'm signed up to participate in a 5 mile run. (I did one in training last week, but until tommorrow I won't consider it to be "real")
But why am I blogging again ?
I would say it is a combination of things.
- The 5 miler is really presenting itself as a breakthrough moment for me. I haven't said that out loud to many people, but in my head it is huge.
- I've been reading a variety of other blogs on struggles and accomplishments plus some on other fun topics.
- There are 100 days left in this year. I like the idea of 100 day challenges - like you'll see in previous posts.
- Seth Godin has updated a Zig Ziglar goal setting system. I love both of them and have started using the system. For some reason I can't post a link here, but go to Amazon and enter "Pick Four Godin" it will come up.
- Sometimes it just helps to put things in writing (typing) kind of a "brain download"
Not sure if anyone will read this. Not sure how often I will post. But I'm back and trying again.
Thursday, July 1, 2010
I'm a bad blogger...
Wow...been awhile.
End of May into early June was crazy. Kids wrapping up school year. Then the mad rush of massive house cleaning before heading on vacation.
Over a month without a post. To my less than five readers (or maybe less than one) - sorry.
The next week has the potential to be awesome. In two days I run my first 5k. I should really say "organized" 5k because I've done several runs that have covered the distance already.
Still, running in a huge pack, with a number pinned to my shirt will be a brand new experience. When I cross that finish line.........I'll probably be in tears.
Next week. I have an interview. It's been well over a year since my last one and I'm really pumped. I've told myself this before, but I think it would be a fantastic fit for me. I will have some homework and prep to do over the weekend but that's okay. I really want to nail this one.
Lots of progress on the spirtuality front. My prayers aren't the best, but they are helping. I've have some ideas and plans to dive in deeper.
Many more things floating around in my head. I promise to post more. (Yes, I've said that before too.)
End of May into early June was crazy. Kids wrapping up school year. Then the mad rush of massive house cleaning before heading on vacation.
Over a month without a post. To my less than five readers (or maybe less than one) - sorry.
The next week has the potential to be awesome. In two days I run my first 5k. I should really say "organized" 5k because I've done several runs that have covered the distance already.
Still, running in a huge pack, with a number pinned to my shirt will be a brand new experience. When I cross that finish line.........I'll probably be in tears.
Next week. I have an interview. It's been well over a year since my last one and I'm really pumped. I've told myself this before, but I think it would be a fantastic fit for me. I will have some homework and prep to do over the weekend but that's okay. I really want to nail this one.
Lots of progress on the spirtuality front. My prayers aren't the best, but they are helping. I've have some ideas and plans to dive in deeper.
Many more things floating around in my head. I promise to post more. (Yes, I've said that before too.)
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
I (think) I feel like a winner
Tuesday was my Doctor appointment to find out test results. I was nervous. I kept thinking that maybe I haven't worked hard enough, or been eating enough of the right things....maybe I'll still have to go on medication.
Thankfully - I was wrong !!!
The bad cholesterol has dropped (just barely) into the desirable range. He was happy with the weight loss so far. The good cholesterol is rising. He said that it can take six months of exercise to really move the number.
Part of me thought that the 5k on July 3rd was going to be the end of the running - now I'm looking onto bigger and better things. I can't beleive I'm thinking it - but there is a 5 miler in September that might be in my future.
I need to get back into a steady routine for lifting. Plus I need to get started on another class - Zumba, yoga, pilates, something that I can schedule each week.
In three weeks we go on vacation, a very tempting time to fall off the wagon. I can't let it happen. I want to lose another 20 pounds, so I'm working on altering some of the traditional vacation menus. The kids will eat turkey burgers. As long as I promise them Smore's later that night.
Plus vacation is the time when I read some good fiction. Got some Grisham, Baldacci, and hope to pick up one or two more beforehand.
More to share soon. Want to get this one posted.
Remember, we don't celebrate Memorial Day - we observe it. Thank you Veterans.
Thankfully - I was wrong !!!
The bad cholesterol has dropped (just barely) into the desirable range. He was happy with the weight loss so far. The good cholesterol is rising. He said that it can take six months of exercise to really move the number.
Part of me thought that the 5k on July 3rd was going to be the end of the running - now I'm looking onto bigger and better things. I can't beleive I'm thinking it - but there is a 5 miler in September that might be in my future.
I need to get back into a steady routine for lifting. Plus I need to get started on another class - Zumba, yoga, pilates, something that I can schedule each week.
In three weeks we go on vacation, a very tempting time to fall off the wagon. I can't let it happen. I want to lose another 20 pounds, so I'm working on altering some of the traditional vacation menus. The kids will eat turkey burgers. As long as I promise them Smore's later that night.
Plus vacation is the time when I read some good fiction. Got some Grisham, Baldacci, and hope to pick up one or two more beforehand.
More to share soon. Want to get this one posted.
Remember, we don't celebrate Memorial Day - we observe it. Thank you Veterans.
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
Finals and Tests....
Been a couple weeks since I've posted - sorry. Spring semester is finished and I'm happy to report a 4.0 GPA for the semester. That might be a first for me.
Even though classes are done, today I took a test that has huge implications. I had blood drawn to check my cholesterol. Not sure which was harder, the 12 hours fasting before the bloodwork, or waiting until next Tuesday to see the Doc and get my results. I REALLY hope the numbers have improved. I'm eating much better - should still add in some more fish - and I've been exercising plenty.
I made my appointment for next Tuesday (day 65) for a somewhat corny reason. That night is the season finale of Biggest Loser. I've been watching the show for awhile (I must confess, sometimes while eating ice cream) and since I actually did something about it myself, I thought that Tuesday made some sort of logical date for a check-up. Next Tuesday is one of those little "finish lines" to me.
The "100 (plus 4) Day Challenge" is continuing. I'm really focused on the Couch to 5k, and trying hard to get back to lifting at least two times a week. Last Friday I ran for 20 minutes - all in a row, without stopping. That was huge. I don't think I've ever done that before in my life. This Friday I go for 25 minutes. My pace is still slow, but I know that I'll have a couple weeks from completing the C25k program to my "actual" 5k on July 3rd (Day 104) to go for distance over time.
The spirituality quest is continuing. Reading the "Purpose Driven Life" is still going, although now I found out it is contrary to some Catholic teaching. "The Me I Want To Be" audio book by John Ortberg is nice mix of humor and religion. I've even started some praying again. But I still haven't been to confession. There is more out there - I'm just not sure what "it" is.
Next post will be on Tuesday (or early Wednesday) hope I have some good stuff to report.
Even though classes are done, today I took a test that has huge implications. I had blood drawn to check my cholesterol. Not sure which was harder, the 12 hours fasting before the bloodwork, or waiting until next Tuesday to see the Doc and get my results. I REALLY hope the numbers have improved. I'm eating much better - should still add in some more fish - and I've been exercising plenty.
I made my appointment for next Tuesday (day 65) for a somewhat corny reason. That night is the season finale of Biggest Loser. I've been watching the show for awhile (I must confess, sometimes while eating ice cream) and since I actually did something about it myself, I thought that Tuesday made some sort of logical date for a check-up. Next Tuesday is one of those little "finish lines" to me.
The "100 (plus 4) Day Challenge" is continuing. I'm really focused on the Couch to 5k, and trying hard to get back to lifting at least two times a week. Last Friday I ran for 20 minutes - all in a row, without stopping. That was huge. I don't think I've ever done that before in my life. This Friday I go for 25 minutes. My pace is still slow, but I know that I'll have a couple weeks from completing the C25k program to my "actual" 5k on July 3rd (Day 104) to go for distance over time.
The spirituality quest is continuing. Reading the "Purpose Driven Life" is still going, although now I found out it is contrary to some Catholic teaching. "The Me I Want To Be" audio book by John Ortberg is nice mix of humor and religion. I've even started some praying again. But I still haven't been to confession. There is more out there - I'm just not sure what "it" is.
Next post will be on Tuesday (or early Wednesday) hope I have some good stuff to report.
Thursday, May 6, 2010
Approaching halfway
Today is day 45 of my "100 (plus 4) Day Challenge" in one week I'll be at the halfway mark and some things are changing.
The Minutes in Motion program is done, but I'm going to stick with it - at least 30 mins of activity a day. Sometimes it means more one day and less the next, but the 210 minutes a week will remain my objective. Maybe I'll even get lucky and win something next week at the wrap up event.
Last night was the end of Zumba at Viterbo. Even though I've been going since January, I still feel un-coordinated at times. Not sure what the college girls thought about the old fat guy in the room, but I gave it a whirl. Not sure if I want to keep Zumbaing (I doubt that is a word) but I need to find some sort of class. The advantage at Viterbo was that I didn't have to pay for it since I'm a student. I'm thinking of trying Yoga. It is supposed to be quite a workout, and I know my flexability could be improved. I might ask my wife and see if it is something we can do together. Our schedules are crazy, but maybe we can carve out an hour to do it together.
On Week 4 of the Couch to 5k program and I'm trotting along. I made the mistake of looking ahead to next week and the 20 minute run has me a little freaked out. Found out a couple of my cousins (that are in shape) want to join me for the Chileda run on July 3rd. I warned them, I'll be the slow one in the back, so go ahead without me.
Losing some of the structure in my exercise program will present a challenge, but I know I'll stick with it and try some different things. This might be a sign that it's time to get the bike out and start riding again.
One class is done, the other one finishes on Tuesday. It will be nice to have the summer free of school, even though I'm going to work on my portfolio. There is so much work in the house and yard that needs to be done. Getting some of that taken care of will be a huge accomplishment and clear out a lot of "mind clutter."
Spirituality has been on my mind lately, maybe reading the Purpose Driven Life is taking hold. I want to find more in my life, just not sure how to get there. I picked up the audio book "The Me I Want To Be" I loved the title and the book is refreshingly good. A couple minor "a-ha's" so far, maybe there will be a major one farther in. I have some more windshield time coming it, it's nice to have something new to listen to.
The Minutes in Motion program is done, but I'm going to stick with it - at least 30 mins of activity a day. Sometimes it means more one day and less the next, but the 210 minutes a week will remain my objective. Maybe I'll even get lucky and win something next week at the wrap up event.
Last night was the end of Zumba at Viterbo. Even though I've been going since January, I still feel un-coordinated at times. Not sure what the college girls thought about the old fat guy in the room, but I gave it a whirl. Not sure if I want to keep Zumbaing (I doubt that is a word) but I need to find some sort of class. The advantage at Viterbo was that I didn't have to pay for it since I'm a student. I'm thinking of trying Yoga. It is supposed to be quite a workout, and I know my flexability could be improved. I might ask my wife and see if it is something we can do together. Our schedules are crazy, but maybe we can carve out an hour to do it together.
On Week 4 of the Couch to 5k program and I'm trotting along. I made the mistake of looking ahead to next week and the 20 minute run has me a little freaked out. Found out a couple of my cousins (that are in shape) want to join me for the Chileda run on July 3rd. I warned them, I'll be the slow one in the back, so go ahead without me.
Losing some of the structure in my exercise program will present a challenge, but I know I'll stick with it and try some different things. This might be a sign that it's time to get the bike out and start riding again.
One class is done, the other one finishes on Tuesday. It will be nice to have the summer free of school, even though I'm going to work on my portfolio. There is so much work in the house and yard that needs to be done. Getting some of that taken care of will be a huge accomplishment and clear out a lot of "mind clutter."
Spirituality has been on my mind lately, maybe reading the Purpose Driven Life is taking hold. I want to find more in my life, just not sure how to get there. I picked up the audio book "The Me I Want To Be" I loved the title and the book is refreshingly good. A couple minor "a-ha's" so far, maybe there will be a major one farther in. I have some more windshield time coming it, it's nice to have something new to listen to.
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