November giveaway: Thankful!

OK, I promised a November giveaway, and here it is!

I will be giving away a Shakeology Sampler. Here it is: 3 chocolate Shakeology sample, a four-pack of P90X bars (one in each flavor.) two P90X Results and Recovery drinks, and the Shakeology Workout videos.  Great Deal!

How to enter:
REQUIRED-


1. Go to my coaching site www.beachbodycoach.com/KUAngie and click JOIN to sign up for a FREE account on my coaching page. (takes 2 minutes). Then leave a comment here that you joined. Or for two entries buy the CLUB membership (a great deal!)
Extra Entries-

2. Follow this blog. (leave a separate comment)


3. Like my Facebook page. (and leave a separate comment)


4. Follow me on twitter (and leave a comment)


5. Post, tweet, or blog about this giveaway (post a comment for each item)


6. Bonus entry: leave a comment about what you are thankful for right now.

7. Extra Credit- Sign up to join my next month's fitness challenge.  Contact me for details.

Winner will be drawn on Cyber Monday!  Stay healthy for the Holidays!

Of Wagons

I have been sparse here, and I apologise.

I want to talk about wagons. People talk about being on the wagon, or off the wagon. "I fell off the wagon."  Was it really a fall, or an accident?  Most behavior is intended. You chose to get off.  With fitness, I think, people don't actually chose to get off, they chose to NOT stay on.

And what is a wagon?  It has wheels, and a handle for someone to pull it around.  With fitness, and behavior, and decision making, do you let someone pull you around?  Or do you use your own legs and your own mind to decide what to do and where to go?  Kind of a bad euphamism, if you ask me.

So anyway, some could say I have been a little "off the wagon."  Or you could say taking an unintended break.  Or how about just maintaining while life gets in the way?

Since the half-marathon, I have really just been exercising one day a week.  Gooing to my Jagalates class because I paid for it.  So I have maintained a low level of fitness with  that and a small running base.  I have been drinking my daily Shakeology and eating OK, but not truly healthy.  My weight as stayed within 5 pounds fluctuating from when I ran my half.  Mostly, I have been eating girl scout cookies.  And not just the reccommended serving size.  My 6yo is selling them and they are in the garage.  So we just grab a box and open them. Those things are like crack, the carmel delights are my fave.  But my goal yesterday was no GS cookies and I made it.  So repeat that today.

So I am back in my game plan now.  I want to continue to slowly lose weight through the holidays, maintain the exercise habits of at least 4 days per week, getting up early to exercise, and get back to regular healthy eating.

I have started my Insanity challenge group, which helps me focus and set a good example for all you in the group.

So I will be running and doing Insanity through Christmas.

I am setting up a special Christmas challenge group, so send me a message if you are interested!

Shakeology helped reverse her Fibromyalgia symptoms

Friends,

Here is an amazing testimonial I have reposted with permission. Tis amazing women has gone from being in a wheelchair to being active just from drinking Shakeology and being focused in her workouts. She was even able to complete P90X! Read below and get inspired!

If you have more questions about Shakeology, please contact me!

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In 1992 I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia as I started having pains all over my body. Achy, and tired all the time. As the years went on with my new diagnosis the pains got worse and the fatigue got bad.

My Dr tried many medications and new medications came out and clinical trials to try and get my pain under control, yet nothing worked, and I hated feeling "drugged" all the time. I even tried accupuncture, and massage therapy was excruciatingly painful. And well hypnosis didn't work either.

In 2004 I started using a forearm crutch to assist me in walking. This was devistating because I used to be a competitive long distance swimmer and was so active all the time. And now I couldn't even play with my kids.

There are some that say that surgery exasterbates fibromyalgia and I have had seven since 1999- 2009, and in 2007 I humbled myself and sat myself in a wheelchair for the days that the forearm crutch couldn't help me because I couldn't even stand up or sit down or have the strength to grasp the crutch. I used to crawl up and down the stairs.

In 2009 I convinced myself there had to be something out there that could help and all the research said was excercise.. and I thought how can I when I can barely walk on most days.

In February of 2010 I started a workout program and my coach suggested that I start drinking a shake called Shakeology. It would give me energy and help me loose weight and it had all this good nutrition. I said ok.. can't hurt right?

Never did I ever imagine that my energy did come back! I was able to do more and longer workouts and didn't have to rest 2-4 days in agony from working out.

But my number one dream and prayer had happened.. one day and I can't remember when it happened... I woke up without a single ounce of pain! This was one of the single most happiest moments of my life! And since I started drinking Shakeology I have stopped taking all medication. No more pain medications, my mood was better, my energy was incredible. And NO FLAIR UPS!

In the fall of 2010 my boys who were entering 9th grade, and were on the cross country team in school... and I.. yes I was the assistant coach of Boys Cross Country!!. It wasnt that long ago that I was in a wheelchair and I was outside everyday in all of the nasty fall weather of Central New York running!

Today I can play with my kids and I am an any day soon to be grandma.. I can run in the fields, and on the roads of the countryside, and today I workout with high impact cardio workouts and muscle building.. and do 5 sets of 10 pullups.

The nutrition and the quality of the shakes is undeniable and unsurpassed. And everyday I am blessed for the quality of life I have now... and its all because I drink Shakeology .. it literally has been life changing. And to think where I would be if I never tried it.... still in pain :(

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Great story!

I am planning my November Givaway now. So check back soon for the deets.


Angie

Mommy Jogging in KC

Running with Friends

How many of you combine exercise with social time?

I was never one for group sports growing up.  I preferred tennis, swimming, and reading ;)

I tried softball, was decent at it, was the pitcher and all, but really didn't care for it.

In my 20s, I loved going to the gym and doing froup exercise classes- loved Step!!  But did it for myself.  I started running in college- but on my gym's treadmill.  Such a shame, never ran while I lived on campus.  I did run planty of times off campus, miss all those trails!

But I always ran by myself, for myself.  I was part of the original John Bingham's Penguin Runners back in the 90s, and met up with some locals for that group to do some relay runs.  But I still ran for myself.

I have certainly run alot with my kids.  Pushing them in the jogging stroller, then the double jogger, now they are bored with it.  And I have gotten a few of my friends excited to run.  And we have run races together, but not really together, because now my friends outrun me.

And I have run with my dog.  Who loves to run, and waits at the door whenever I go out.  Whines at the door while I am out on my long runs.  And gets a few laps when I get back.

But I have never been part of a running group, or team.  There are many groups out there that meet weekly for runs before or after work.  Train for races together.  Share in lost toenails and new shoes.  Celebrate the PR's and the DNF's.

Soooooo...... I joined a group called Joggalates.  We meet at 5:15am!  And we run 2-3 miles and then do Pilates.  And I get home before the kids are awake.  Win-win situation, huh? 

It sure is early!  But I enjoy getting the workouts in.  I am too tired to talk myself out of it.  I am more likely to get going if others are there waiting for me.

And then one of them lives near me and invited me to their weekly 5am runs.  I may have to get some cold weather gear first.  And if I buy a running headlamp, does that make me a geek?

But, needless to say, I am branching out and trying to be less solitary.  And hopefully it will help my fitness and keep me accountable.

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Speaking of accountability.....
I'm creating an Insanity and Turbo Fire Accountablilty group.  Come join my Beachbody Challenge group and help you get and keep fit throught the Holidays.  Get a leg up on all those Resolutioners!  Contact me for more details!

Be a part of my Beachbody Challenge Group

I am so excited about Beachbody’s new Challenge Pack! This is a great opportunity for you to get healthy and fit!


Starting on November 1, 2011, Beachbody Challenge Packs will be available to you at Team Beachbody. To purchase one, you must commit to the Beachbody Challenge, which has lots of great incentives for you to get fit and healthy!



These packs offer a complete package for you to achieve your fitness and health goals. With each pack, you get Fitness + Nutrition + Support = Success!



When you purchase one of these fabulous Beachbody packs, you save BIG over if you purchased these items individually!

3 Packs to choose from:



Challenge Pack 160



■Choice of one: Hip Hop Abs, Turbo Jam, Brazil Butt Lift, Slim in 6, or Power 90

■Shakeology Home Direct (bulk or individual packets)

■30-day Trial to Team Beachbody Club

■Cost: $160 w/Free shipping (save $25.75)

Challenge Pack 180



■Choice of one: 10 Minute Trainer or Body Gospel

■Shakeology Home Direct (bulk or individual packets)

■30-day Trial to Team Beachbody Club

■Cost: $180 w/Free shipping (save $26.33)

Challenge Pack 205



■Choice of one: P90X, Insanity or TurboFire

■Shakeology Home Direct (bulk or individual packets)

■30-day Trial to Team Beachbody Club

■Cost: $205 w/Free shipping (save $44.69)

The Packs will be available starting November 1, at which time purchase links will be available.



Coach Packs


Thinking about starting a Team Beachbody Coach business? The Coach Challenge packs also include the Game Plan Tools Kit and Business Essentials Starter Program for no additional cost! The initial Coaching fee is waived!  What a great deal, wish they offered this when I signed up! Click here to find out more about being part of Angie's Beachbody Coaching Team.

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Now these packages are available for everyone.  But I am accepting a group of 5 people to individually coach with these programs.  Do you wanna get in shape for the holidays and avoid the 5 pound holiday bloat? This is for you! Right now I am accepting those wanting to do Turbo Fire or Insanity.  I have done both of these programs and had great success!  So I know I can personally coach you to success with these.

If you wanna be a part of my group, let me know. 

The requirements are:
-you must purchase one of the above coach packs.
-you must commit to the schedule of regular exercise and drinking Shakeology daily
-in return you get my personal daily coaching
-You will get access to the group's private Facebook support group.  Everyone in the group will be at the same place and be able to compare aches and pains and success!
-I will give you my phone # and you can text me with any Qs.
-You will get a free TShirt from Beachbody at the end of your program.
-You can enter to win the $100,000 Success Story Beachbody Contest
-get a chance to win $500 every time you log your workouts into WOWY

Enter here to be a part of Angie's Beachbody Team.

My Shakeology Cleanse

Since I did the giveaway for the Shakeology Cleanse, I thought I would write about my most recent cleanse results.

I started last Monday right after the half marathon. Keep in mind that I carb loaded the week before for the half. And I had steak and french bread Sunday night : )

Shakeology Cleanse Day #1

Meal #1: Chocolate Shakeology (made with water and ice in blender)

snack: banana, green tea

Meal #2: Chocolate Shakeology

Snack: honey crisp apple, green tea

Meal # 3: spinach salad, with one cup cherry tomatoes, croutons, lite Asian sesame dressing, and rotisserie chicken

Notes: I didn't drink the third shake, I just didn't have the hunger for it, probably from my large supper the night before. I have croutons on my salad when I have the cleanse because I feel I need a bit extra carbs for sanity. Also, rotisserie chicken is probably not the cleanest of meats, but it had great flavor, and my family had a good meal with me. No exercise. I was pretty sore still from the half (had to go down the stairs sideways, and I have 3 flights of stairs in my house!)

Results: 4 pounds lost

Shakeology Cleanse Day #2

Meal #1: Chocolate Shakeology (made with water and ice in blender)

snack: banana, green tea

Meal #2: Chocolate Shakeology

Snack: honey crisp apple, green tea

Meal #3: spinach salad, with one cup cherry tomatoes, croutons, lite Asian sesame dressing, and rotisserie chicken

Notes: Same menu, different day! But this time I had the third shake. I will tell you, I don't tire of these, even plain! Still no exercise today, but I vacuumed the whole house! Has to count for something, right?

Results: 2 pounds lost

Shakeology Cleanse Day #3

Meal #1: Chocolate Shakeology (made with water and ice in blender)

snack: banana, green tea

Meal #2: Chocolate Shakeology

Snack: honey crisp apple, green tea

Meal #3: Applebees- oriental chicken salad wrap with grilled chicken (half sandwich) and handful of fries.

Notes: First day I felt I could have exercised, but chose not to. Had a girls night at Applebees. Stuck with my old standby and just water. But it was good to get out and chat!

Results: 1 more pound lost

Total: 7 pounds lost!!! Yay!

Find out more about Shakeology at www.myshakeology.com/KUAngie

Send me a message if you would like more info about buying a shakeology Cleanse Pack. I would love to feature your results on my page!

KC Half marathon race report

It has been late, but here is my report for the KC half marathon.

Finish time 2:14:48 chip time

Split times are based on garmin time of 2:14:56 for 13.22 miles

Mile one: 10:34, ave speed 5.7 mph
Mile 2: 10:12 ave speed 5.9 mph
Mile 3: 10:48 ave speed 5.5 mph
Mile 4: 10:18 ave speed 5.8 mph
Mile 5: 9:48 ave speed 6.1 mph
Mile 6: 9:54 ave speed 6.1 mph
Mile 7: 9:53 ave speed 6.1 mph
Mile 8: 10:03 ave speed 6.0 mph
Mile 9: 10:23 ave speed 5.8 mph
Mile 10: 10:50 ave speed 5.5 mph
Mile 11: 10:00 ave speed 6.0 mph
Mile 12: 9:53 ave speed 6.2 mph
Mile 13: 10:06 ave speed 5.9 mph
0.22 mi. 2:20 ave speed 5.7 mph





At the finish line
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I fretted the last few days before worrying about what to wear. I hadn't run in the mornings for awhile, and wasn't used to the cold. The temps were calling for 42 degrees at 6am, with around 55 degrees at 9am. I made a special trip to Dick's and bought some Capri running tights, but ended up not wearing them. I decided to wear a peach long sleeved tech t, and black shorts. Both champion by Target, BTW.

I got up at 5am, got dressed (I also brought two different tops in my backpack just in case. I had packed a pink tshirt with some arm warmers made from socks. Cute, but didn't wear it.) I had a Shakeology at I brought in the car and a large water. Then I made the trip by myself down to Crown Center. I parked where I thought was free (later found it was $5). Then I warmed up in the car for awhile, and headed down to the start. I hit up the porta potties first. When I left the line was loooooong! I dropped off my bag at bag check, drank my 5 hour energy shot, and at some orange slices. Then I made my way to the start.

I lined up with the 2:20 pace group and wore a pace band. Pace bands are awesome if you want to stick to a certain pace. I saw a few people I knew from work. Then when I started, I left the 2:20 group in the dust. The beginning course was great. We ran from Crown Center to P&L District. My shin muscles were a bit tight to begin with, and I worried a bit about that. Then I passed a guy doing the race in his regular wheelchair, not a Ravi GG wheelchair, and decided to forget about my aches.

After P&L, we ran up the Liberty Memorial hill. That was around mile 3. It didn't seem as bad as last time. Probably because I have since experienced hospital hill! At the top, it is neat because there is a switchback where you can see everyone before and after you so it is fun to cheer them on. Ever since the beginning, I was within 100 ft of the 2:15 pace group, so my goal was to keep them in my sights. After this there were some nice downhill sections. We headed down Main to Westport, then cut across to Roanoake and towards the Plaza. I lost the 2:15 pace group around here, ran past them at the water stop. BTW, this race was great, water and Gatorade every 2 miles, well stocked. I took a water at each stop but the last, and walked while drinking so I wouldn't choke. I also took a gu around mile 4, then mile 7, and again at mile 10.

Running past the plaza, I ran with the 4:25 marathon group until they turned off. I guess I was too busy to even notice Nelson-Atkins on the left. Then we turned back north. By mile 10, I was back with the 2:15 pace group. I didn't start getting really tired until mile 12 and the pace group really helped draw me in. The guy was a bit annoying for awhile, but I appreciated all his general coaching and comments on how to power up and down hills, etc.

I actually saw my family right after the finish. My husband and kids were there with my in-laws. They were right on the sideline and got some great pics of me finishing. They were actually better than my race photos, so score, no paying for overpriced pics!




I must say that it turned out to be a beautiful day, great weather and sunny. Great course. Great race support, spectators, pace groups! At the finish, chocolate milk, fruit, pretzels, oranges, and beer. Skipped the beer tent! My kids came thru the chute with me. And they had flowers for me at the finish.



Then my daughter and I hung around for awhile. I changed at crown center, then we went to her Daisy Girl Scout Halloween event at P&L later that morning.

So all and all, a great time! I will definitely do it again next year! (And my husband is thinking about it too!)




My next half marathon will be in April "Rock the Parkway" here in KC.


Angie

Mommy Jogging in KC

Shakeology Cleanse Winner

Congrats to Kristin, who is the winner of the Shakeology Cleanse Giveaway with comment #26.

Kristin has a great blog called His Rustic Chic, so check it out. She could use some prayers right now, so send them her way!

For those who didn't win, but really want to try Shakeology, or the cleanse, leave me a comment or send me an email. I do sell the individual packets, instead of the large bags, so it isn't as big of the cost commitments. A few of you jumped right in and ordered Shakeology before the giveaway, so keep me informed of you progress.

Keep tuned in. I plan on a monthly giveaway. Not always as big as a cleanse kit, but always something fun!


Angie

Mommy Jogging in KC

Runner's Checklist

-finalize playlist
-charge iPod
-iPod clip
-gu's attached to shorts
-pick outfit (shirt and shorts or skirt?)
-borrow daughter's leg warmers for arm warmers.
-set out shoes and socks
-ibuprofen!!!!
-charge Garmin!
-race bib
-timing chip
-pace band
-banana
-Shakeology
-bag to check with change of clothes and shoes
-cell phone
-sleep!!!!


Angie

Mommy Jogging in KC

Early AM Exercise

I dragged myself out of bed at 4:40am to go workout on Monday morning. I went to a class called "joggalates.". It is a combo of running and pilates. First we went and ran 2-3 miles based on ability and goals. The second half was pilates. I have never done pilates before. I can definitely feel it in my core. And, note to self: get extra padded mat and bring towel. I must have an extra bony tailbone because I am really sore there!

It felt awesome to get my workout done before I would normally not even be awake. If it is possible, I highly recommend getting up early, even just 30 minutes to exercise. But I need to convince myself of this most days. I know every Monday I must do this because I paid for it! But, I am worth doing it at home too! I paid for my videos, my treadmill, my running shoes. And I pay for it when I don't work out later in the day because there are excuses. There are no excuses at 4 or 5 or 6 am. Only sleep, and I can do that later!

So who is with me for getting up early to exercise? I need to be held accountable!

Also, not too late to enter the Shakeologgy Cleanse giveaway. Fnd out more about it here: Shakeology Cleanse

On a final note.... Weather forecast is high 77 and low 50 on Saturday. Wish it were a smudge cooler. Very undecided on what to wear.


Angie

Mommy Jogging in KC

One week to go

Only one week to go until my half. I am in my taper. But I think I have lost my mojo a bit. I am excited for the half, don't get me wrong. But I have no motivation for other exercising at the moment. True, it is taper for a reason, a time to physically and mentally cut back. But I feel like a have also let myself go. Actually I know I have. I HAVE given myself to eat whatever for this next week. And I plan to get back in the swing of things right after the half.

I plan on starting a 3 day shakeology cleanse and getting back into clean and healthy eating. I am also going to finish up Insanity and start Asylum afterwards. And i need to fit in some strength training too. I am going to try out a class called joggalates. First half running and last half pilates. I just need to get out of bed around 4:45am to do it! I hope it is the spark that gets me back to exercising first thing in the morning.

Anyone with me on exercising in the dark?

Don't forget to enter my Shakeology Cleanse giveaway so you can join in with me!

Angie

Mommy Jogging in KC

The secret of my success and October Giveaway

When I started losing weight, it was as if something just clicked.  I was serious.  I ran a sucky 10K race, and was overweight.  I felt and looked like I was wearing a fat suit.  Instead, I was just fat.  So I set out a new exercise plan, and decided to watch my diet more closely.

To kick off my new program, I did the Shakeology Cleanse.  I lost 7 pounds with the cleanse, awesome!  I have been drinking Shakeology daily for breakfast as a meal replacement.  By drinking it, I have gained so much more energy, reduced my cravings for junk food, and lowered my cholesterol.

Shakeology is a delicious, yummy treat for breakfast.  My chocolate shake in the morning truely tastes like a dark chocolate Frosty.  It is gluten-free, using all natural ingredients, and low on the glycemic index.  I know of people using it who have had their diabetes improve, digestive and IBS symptoms improve, and cholesterol improve.

Here's a short video about Shakeology:

So to share with you my success, and to celebrate my new blog, I've decided to have a giveaway! I love giveaways, just as much as I love blogs! I've actually one a few giveaways. (There are real people on the other side of the Internet!)

What is included?
9 packets (3 for each day) of Shakeology
6 bags of Green Tea
Instructions for the cleanse

What is the Shakeology Cleanse?

The Shakeology cleanse is not fasting. It’s a nutrient dense way of eating for 3 days that allows your body to re-energize. The clean, simple, easy to digest food allows your body to process waste… and the fiber in the salad and shakes act like a towel in your system for a squeaky clean start to your diet or to break a plateau. It’s a cleanse that gives you the nutrients you need.
You get around 900-1200 calories a day (depending on fruit intake) if you follow the plan, so you won’t be a zombie for three days, but it can be slightly difficult at first. Don’t plan on working out too hard during these days due to the calorie intake. The cleanse can also be modified to 1 or 2 days to fit your liking or schedule. It’s not meant to be done for more than 3 days.
Now on to the cleanse basics!

WHAT YOU NEED:
3 SHAKEOLOGY Shakes a day
2 Cups of Green Tea a Day
1 or 2 pieces of fruit a day
1 Salad for dinner with low fat dressing and 4 oz white grilled or baked protein.
JUST SAY NO – Dairy (incl. soy or almond milk) or extra sugars are not permitted on the cleanse
REPEAT all 3 Days
1 or 2 cups of Green Tea, or the green tea pills.


BREAKFAST:
Shakeology, 1 packet
add ice
8-10 oz of water
Blend until smooth

SNACK
1 serving of fruit (any fruit you’d like!)

LUNCH:
Shakeology, 1 packet
Add ice
10 oz of water
Blend until smooth

SNACK
1 serving of fruit (any fruit you’d like!)

DINNER:
Salad with Grilled white fish or poultry
1 serving Low Fat Salad Dressing

SNACK:
Shakeology, 1 packet
Add ice
8-10 oz of water

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I actually plan on doing another cleanse after my half marathon to jump start some serious fitness and to keep me on track for the holidays. So enter to win and you can join me. Or, go ahead and buy some Shakeology thru my website on home direct, and if you win, pick out a workout video. Either way, I plan on doing some Shakeology challenges to keep people motivated during the holidays, so think about trying it. If you win, no need to do it as a cleanse, you can use the shakes as a meal replacement or a snack on a busy day!

How to enter:

REQUIRED-
1. Go to my coaching site www.beachbodycoach.com/KUAngie and click JOIN to sign up for a FREE account on my coaching page. (takes 2 minutes). Then leave a comment here that you joined. Or for two entries buy the CLUB membership (a great deal!)

Extra Entries-
2. Follow this blog. (leave a separate comment)
3. Like my Facebook page. (and leave a separate comment)
4. Follow me on twitter (and leave a comment)
5. Post, tweet, or blog about this giveaway (post a comment for each item)

Extra, extra credit....
Purchase an item from my Beachbody store during the giveaway and get a special treat.

Entries accepted until Sunday October 16th at midnight. I will post the winner Mon Oct. 17th. The winner will be drawn at random from all the comments on this post by random.org.

Giveaway entered on :

Need a morning work out buddy

I feel so much better when I work out early, before the kids wake up. I have gotten away from that. I love having my workout done for the day. And being able to add a second workout if I choose.

Who wants to be my morning workout buddy and help me stay accountable?

The alarm clock is not my friend!


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Mostly great 12 mile run

My hubbie and I were able to juggle schedules, and I did my 12 mile run on Monday. It was a beautiful day, a bit warm for my tastes, but a strong wind which helped.

I felt really good... Kept it closed to a 10:30 pace for the first half. The second half, not as great. I really slowed down. I had decided to wear my thicker socks as practice for the half. I learned my lesson- no thick socks for the half. I could really feel a blister forming on one of my left toes. And the outside of my right knee was really tightening up. But I did finish 12 miles in 2:12, so just over an 11 minute pace. If I can maintain just a bit faster I can hopefully reach my goal of 2:20. I spent a lot of time stretching afterwards with my foam roller. I wasn't as sore after muscular wise. I did end up popping the blister under my toenail. I think it may fall off eventually.



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The Back Up Plan

Most runners training for a longish distance race follow some sort of training plan. We have to ramp up our mileage, practice for hills, and work on our speed. Then check it off on our nice little calendar that it was done, then all will be perfect and we will PR the race. Right?

Well, not everyone's lives are nice and perfect and tied with a bow. Not mine certainly! I'm all for setting goals and making plans to reach those goals. But when do you do when LIFE (not excuses), gets in the way of those plans?

We need a back up plan.

My long runs poo on the thought of plans, I guess. Last week I was supposed to run 12 miles on Wednesday. Pretty much my only time for long runs, since my son is at preschool for 2.5 hours that day. 12 miles takes me just about 2.5 hours with time for a mini cool down and stretching. That is if I run around the preschool and don't mind looking like a rat drowned in sweat picking him up.

Why is that the only time I can run? Well, I could wake up at 5am and run my whole long run in the dark before hubbie leaves for work... An option, yes, but not ideal. I could run on the treadmill while my son watches a movie. Not ideal for either of us.

Sooooooo..... My daughter wakes up with an ear infection. I take her to the doctor while my son is at preschool. Then have to run to the grocery store and pharmacy. Then pick son up from preschool.

Luckily, my husband offers to watch the kids that afternoon after his conference call for me to run. By that time it is pushing75 degrees and full sun... Too hot for me! So instead, I ran 8 miles on the treadmill, and planned another 6 for Friday to make up my miles. That was my backup plan for the week.

Next week I am already to plan B before it even starts. Preschool has a parent meeting during preschool hours when my long run is planned. Plan B.... My husband is going (eegads!) so sign me up for the good stuff at e parties dear! I fear I will be game leader at each party!

What are your back up plans?




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Every Runner's Nightmare!

LOL!!!

The Biggest Loser

Who is excited for The Biggest Loser? I am! Usually my husband and I watch it and eat! It has become sort of a joke for us, let's eat and watch fat people, while we become fat! LOL!

I am a little apprehensive a bout this season. Jillian is gone, and she was awesome! Brett is hot! I guess I'll just have to buy Rev Abs. I don't know how an athlete will compare to actual personal trainers. It is hard to compare to last seasons contestants too. Loved Olivia and all the girls!

I am having a Fall motivational Biggest Loser Contest. Just a place for some friendly competition and maybe even some prizes. It will be a private FB page, so if you want to post numbers, no need to be embarrassed.

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Mommy's little helper

I have a 6yo and a 3.5 yo. My 6yo is in school all day. My little boy is in preschool in the mornings 2days a week. I do my workout videos in the afternoon and he like to watch and "help". He calls Shaun T. of the Coach and reminds me when it is time to take a break and he gets very concerned if I don't drink my water when they do in the videos. Today I did Chalene's Turbo Fire HIIT 20. OMG, Hi-larious! He loved trying the exercises. Hi favorite was the HIIT interals....it's fire time mommy! And we had to do the high fives after each one. "High five mommy!" I must say that CHalene is just soooo cute and smiley, like a cheery cheery cheerleader. But it was fun, even if I did get messed up with the choreography some. And my sone was still calling her the "coach."

Mantra

I love this photo I found posted on Facebook.  I am certainly not the fastest or strongest.  But I am going to try my hardest to be the best I can be.

Pizza Roll-Up

Pizza Roll-Up

This looks like a great snack item for my kids. Wonder if I could sneak the spinach in there without them seeing?

11 mile run...check!

Today I ran 11miles in preparation for the Waddell and Reed Kansas City Half Marathon.

With my husband traveling for work, and two kids at home, it is hard to fit in workouts. I love having the treadmill at home, and being able to do the Beachbody workout videos. But 11 miles on the treadmill isn't going to cut it. And doing my Insanity videos for 3 hours strait just isn't the same. Although I would love to go on a long run with Shaun T!

So I get to run during preschool. Which means I have 2.5 hours to get my run in if I leave directly from preschool.

Here is a confession: I am not fast. I am pretty much a slow-poke. Although I think I am getting decently faster as i lose weight, I will never be semi-fast. I DO consider myself to b A RUNNER. But if you happened to see me running, it would not look so much like running.

Training for this half will require some creative scheduling as my long runs increase. I ran this 11 mile run in straight up 2 hours and some seconds. That puts me right at 11 minute miles for training runs. That really makes me happy. My last (and only other) half I ran in 2:28. Which I was really Yay! About at the time. So I really want to bet that time, and secretly, beat 2:20. So, if "they" say you run up to 30 sec per mile faster during the race, I should meet that goal. I did run faster during my last half than my training runs, so hopefully that is true.

I ran today while it was raining and in the 50's. Not totally ideal, but better than the hot 75 degrees when I originally planned to run on Monday. I wore a hat, and a running jacket (nice cause I could put my gu's in my pocket), so it really kept the rain off of me. It was pretty chilly at the end, being damp and all....it only rained the first half though. Where is that Mylar space blanket when I need it?!

Feel free to say hi! This is my first running blog!