Here is the tentative schedule for the week, hoping to get it in! :)
Monday: AM Weight training (workout tab updated!)
PM: 3 mi recovery run: Mile 1= 9:15; Mile2= 8:40; Mile3=8:20
Spin
Tuesday: 3-4 mi run
Wednesday: AM Weight training; 3-4 mi run
Thursday: 5-6 mi run
Friday: AM Weight training
Saturday: Hoping for a few miles in the AM before the wedding!
Sunday: Riding in the car for 8 hours doesn't count as exercise, but it sure does equal exhaustion!
Quote of the Week:
"Try a thing you haven’t done three times. Once, to get over the fear of doing it. Twice, to learn how to do it. And a third time, to figure out whether you like it or not."
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
Monday, June 13, 2011
T Minus 28 hours
Happy Monday!!! :) This is one Monday I'm not afraid to love... wanna know why? Because it brings me one day closer to a 10 DAY VACAY!!! wooo!!! I am literally counting the hours left in the work week (which is 28 is anyone was wondering). I haven't had a vacation longer than 1 or 2 days since our honeymoon last year so it is VERY much needed!
This weekend was awesome, and I'm still smiling just thinking about it (or because I'm runnin' on endorphins and excitement for the coming week). Either way, it was good!
Friday after work, me and that guy that follows me around met his family at our fave Mexican restaurant for some dinner. Page is so cute, and so pregnant! :) I'm getting overly anxious as Reagan's arrival date gets closer- I can only imagine what her and Chad are feeling! I had my normal, seriously ridiculous remix of their Fajita Taco Salad. I basically strip it down to lettuce and chicken (boring, I know). Luckily, me and Page usually get the same thing, so when one of us orders, the other just has to say "I'm having what she's having" in order to seem non-alien-like and to avoid any excess annoyance to the poor waiters (grilled chicken, no cheese, no sour cream, no gauc, without a greasy-please-give-me-a-pimple-fried-bowl...thanks).
After din din, Cory and I spent our whole life savings on movie tickets. Seriously, I need to open a movie theater, those people have got to be richer than Bill Gates. Anyway, we saw The Hangover Part II and laughed our dinner off. We both loved the first one and thought the second was just as funny; definitely one to see again (at home, of course).
Saturday morning, we got up around 5:45am- Cory for work, me for the race. I hadn't pre-registered so I wanted to get there early to make sure I got a shirt (the best part). Registration was easy peasy-in and out in 2 mins flat. Luckily, 3 of my running buddies showed up a little early too, so we had time to chat and hang out for a while. The race started at 8am on the dot and we were off! I started out way to fast (for me) and knew when my Garmin beeped at mile 1 @ 7:45 that I needed to seriously slow it down.
I'm not gonna lie. This race was H-A-R-D. There were some serious hills... and I'm not a hill person (unless it's downhill). Combined with the heat and humidity, it was tough. I vowed to put my pace out of my mind and just focus on what I was doing- fast or slow, just finish the best I could. Wanna know how it turned out?
3rd place in my age group!! Woooo hooo!! Actually, and if you don't mind a little bragging, all of us Fort Mill Fast Feet Ladies placed in our age groups!!! :) So proud!
After the hellacious run, I came home and showered off the gallon of sweat (yes, Cory, I showered) and then died. Seriously, I was pretty beat...that 95 degree heat got me, so me and Anney chilled for awhile until Dad got home around 1pm.
After Cory woke us up, we went by his parents to pick up a few things and ended up with some pretty sweet presents... Cory's dad has his very own orchard in their back yard, and the minute someone mentioned "free peaches" my eyes rolled back in my head and I fainted. No...actually I grabbed a bowl and raced outside.
After I got a sugar rush from eating too many peaches and raspberries, we headed out for some real fun. Meaning, going to grown-up stores and trying to embarrass Cory. When we got to Staples for boring things (like calendars and pencils) I just knew playing on the desk chairs was in my future. I found one really really cool one... Cory couldn't resist...
Saturday night, I have no idea what we did...honestly. I'm trying to remember but all I can come up with is that there was a storm... FAIL.
Anyway, Sunday morning we went to church with the whooollleee fam. It was our pastor's last day before retiring and we all wanted to wish him well. After church, we had a nice lunch to celebrate and although it was sad, we're all thankful to have had him so long! The rest of Sunday was pretty boring...a little more GTL'ing (minus the G) and some cooking. Check out the recipe page... I made one helluva pasta salad!! :) Oh yeah, me and Anney also had a sweet photo shoot... check em out. Sports Illustrated material right there...
ANNNDDD....for the best part of this entire novel of a post...
This weekend was awesome, and I'm still smiling just thinking about it (or because I'm runnin' on endorphins and excitement for the coming week). Either way, it was good!
Friday after work, me and that guy that follows me around met his family at our fave Mexican restaurant for some dinner. Page is so cute, and so pregnant! :) I'm getting overly anxious as Reagan's arrival date gets closer- I can only imagine what her and Chad are feeling! I had my normal, seriously ridiculous remix of their Fajita Taco Salad. I basically strip it down to lettuce and chicken (boring, I know). Luckily, me and Page usually get the same thing, so when one of us orders, the other just has to say "I'm having what she's having" in order to seem non-alien-like and to avoid any excess annoyance to the poor waiters (grilled chicken, no cheese, no sour cream, no gauc, without a greasy-please-give-me-a-pimple-fried-bowl...thanks).
After din din, Cory and I spent our whole life savings on movie tickets. Seriously, I need to open a movie theater, those people have got to be richer than Bill Gates. Anyway, we saw The Hangover Part II and laughed our dinner off. We both loved the first one and thought the second was just as funny; definitely one to see again (at home, of course).
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| Hills, hills, hills |
I'm not gonna lie. This race was H-A-R-D. There were some serious hills... and I'm not a hill person (unless it's downhill). Combined with the heat and humidity, it was tough. I vowed to put my pace out of my mind and just focus on what I was doing- fast or slow, just finish the best I could. Wanna know how it turned out?
3rd place in my age group!! Woooo hooo!! Actually, and if you don't mind a little bragging, all of us Fort Mill Fast Feet Ladies placed in our age groups!!! :) So proud!
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| Sweet bathroom pic |
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| She did NOT want to get up... |
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| Bub scopin out the peaches |
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| Me, baffled that you can actually grow something and eat it... |
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| My collection |
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| "Kris, I can't believe you're making me sit here...please don't take a picture" |
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| "Oh wow, this IS fun weeeee!!" |
Anyway, Sunday morning we went to church with the whooollleee fam. It was our pastor's last day before retiring and we all wanted to wish him well. After church, we had a nice lunch to celebrate and although it was sad, we're all thankful to have had him so long! The rest of Sunday was pretty boring...a little more GTL'ing (minus the G) and some cooking. Check out the recipe page... I made one helluva pasta salad!! :) Oh yeah, me and Anney also had a sweet photo shoot... check em out. Sports Illustrated material right there...
ANNNDDD....for the best part of this entire novel of a post...
HAPPY 27TH BIRTHDAY TO THE BEST BIG SIS IN THE WHOOOLLLE WORLD!!!!
Love you Jennifer!! :)
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| Jen and Mom today at Jen's Birthday Lunch |
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| Mom always brings the goods |
Friday, June 10, 2011
Getting back in the Fast Lane
TGIF!!! I can't believe we've made it to Friday, once again!
Ya know how I said I thought this week would fly by? Yeah, definitely jinxed myself. I never thought this day would come.
I don't think I've mentioned this on here before, but ever since I started Half Marathon training back in February, I feel like I have lost all my speed! I've been struggling with it some, and it gets me a little down (yes, competitive nature is in full force here) but then I remember that distance running is about how far not how fast. The last 5k I ran (in December) is currently my PR- I ran it in 24:01, a 7:50/mile pace. Sadly, that pace is only in my dreams right now! (The song "Back to December" plays in my mind ha!!)
Overall, I think I actually enjoy running at a slower pace, not only for social reasons- meaning I can actually run, breath and talk, as opposed to obnoxiously gasping for air like I do when I run fast- but also because I can take in the run and the scenery, and appreciate it (not to mention, it's easier!) But I am in serious need of some fast running! I have my eye on several short races this summer and I refuse to run slow. Short races are all about "going all out!"
To amp up my speed, I threw in a few speed runs this week. Monday after work, I jumped on the treadmill and ran 1 mile at 8:15 pace and then for mile 2, I increased the speed every .15/mile and finished the two right around 16 mins. The third mile I scaled it back to 9min/mile, increasing the incline every so often.
Tuesday morning, I woke up early and got in a fast 2 miles outside- not sure on speed because I ran it naked.. (without my Garmin) but I think it was under 8:30/mile. Then took it inside at lunch for 3 additional miles ranging from a 9:15-8:15 pace.
Hopefully these few runs will help me a little... since I've finally decided to run the Lake Wylie Splash Dash 10k in the morning! Woo hooo! I've heard this is a tough course and very hilly. If it's anything like last weekend, I'm in for it! :)
Changing topics, I know I've mentioned just a little about the Junior Welfare League I've joined, but haven't said much. My wonderful sister-in-law, Page, nominated me and my sister, Jennifer, to join for the 2011-2012 year. This is considered our "provisional year" where we must meet certain expectations to become a full blown member. The League is all about contributing to the welfare of the Rock Hill community, through various fund raisers as well as voluntarily working at our consignment shop, Twice Is Nice. Each year, the Provisional Class chooses an agency for the yearly project. The project typically consists of facility improvements like landscaping, painting, etc.
Currently, we are taking numerous agency tours to see just what each agency is all about and to also see what they need help with. Yesterday, I had the pleasure of visiting The Haven, a shelter for homeless men in the area. The Haven provides it's residents with shelter, meals and resources to aid them as they get back on their feet.
While this place defiantly helps these men, it was quite an eye opener for me. These guys live daily with no air conditioner in a dorm-like style room that they share- far from the luxurious apartment I often complain about! It really makes me thank God for what He has provided me with! I'm sure you'll be hearing more as I continue my agency tours.
Look for a Race Recap this weekend! :) Wish me luck!
Ya know how I said I thought this week would fly by? Yeah, definitely jinxed myself. I never thought this day would come.
I don't think I've mentioned this on here before, but ever since I started Half Marathon training back in February, I feel like I have lost all my speed! I've been struggling with it some, and it gets me a little down (yes, competitive nature is in full force here) but then I remember that distance running is about how far not how fast. The last 5k I ran (in December) is currently my PR- I ran it in 24:01, a 7:50/mile pace. Sadly, that pace is only in my dreams right now! (The song "Back to December" plays in my mind ha!!)
Overall, I think I actually enjoy running at a slower pace, not only for social reasons- meaning I can actually run, breath and talk, as opposed to obnoxiously gasping for air like I do when I run fast- but also because I can take in the run and the scenery, and appreciate it (not to mention, it's easier!) But I am in serious need of some fast running! I have my eye on several short races this summer and I refuse to run slow. Short races are all about "going all out!"
To amp up my speed, I threw in a few speed runs this week. Monday after work, I jumped on the treadmill and ran 1 mile at 8:15 pace and then for mile 2, I increased the speed every .15/mile and finished the two right around 16 mins. The third mile I scaled it back to 9min/mile, increasing the incline every so often.
Tuesday morning, I woke up early and got in a fast 2 miles outside- not sure on speed because I ran it naked.. (without my Garmin) but I think it was under 8:30/mile. Then took it inside at lunch for 3 additional miles ranging from a 9:15-8:15 pace.
Hopefully these few runs will help me a little... since I've finally decided to run the Lake Wylie Splash Dash 10k in the morning! Woo hooo! I've heard this is a tough course and very hilly. If it's anything like last weekend, I'm in for it! :)
Changing topics, I know I've mentioned just a little about the Junior Welfare League I've joined, but haven't said much. My wonderful sister-in-law, Page, nominated me and my sister, Jennifer, to join for the 2011-2012 year. This is considered our "provisional year" where we must meet certain expectations to become a full blown member. The League is all about contributing to the welfare of the Rock Hill community, through various fund raisers as well as voluntarily working at our consignment shop, Twice Is Nice. Each year, the Provisional Class chooses an agency for the yearly project. The project typically consists of facility improvements like landscaping, painting, etc.
Currently, we are taking numerous agency tours to see just what each agency is all about and to also see what they need help with. Yesterday, I had the pleasure of visiting The Haven, a shelter for homeless men in the area. The Haven provides it's residents with shelter, meals and resources to aid them as they get back on their feet.
While this place defiantly helps these men, it was quite an eye opener for me. These guys live daily with no air conditioner in a dorm-like style room that they share- far from the luxurious apartment I often complain about! It really makes me thank God for what He has provided me with! I'm sure you'll be hearing more as I continue my agency tours.
Look for a Race Recap this weekend! :) Wish me luck!
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