12.9.09

My run this weekend was nothing special. Ran 4.5 miles out at the lake. Steve's sister warned me that bears have been seen in the area. Between bears and hunters in the woods, I might want to find another place to run. My time was ok, but I was more into the run and not the time. The only issue I am having is trying to figure out how much clothing is enough. By my 2 mile mark, I am shedding clothes. I need to figure out the right amount.

Last night I decided to do some treadmill speed training. I ran 3 miles on the treadmill. My highest speed was 7.7. It was a great workout. Watching the weather forecast, I will be doing more treadmill work this week. My motivation song was Nine Inch Nails " Closer". Funny part is when the song came on, I was watching Entertainment Tonight and they were discussing the Tiger issue. Had to chuckle. The song should be his theme song.

Training for a half marathon with Mom in AZ in March.
Next 5k is New Year's Eve.

It has been difficult lately to stay focused and motivated to run and work out. The days have been cold and gloomy. All I want to do is crash on the couch or load in front of the computer. I need to push myself so I don't start gaining weight. Plus, I would really like to focus on my work outs over the next 4 months to get my body into the best shape possible. I feel great so far; need to keep pushing.

Thanksgiving and what not: 2009

The past few weeks have been fun and crazy. I took some time off from my running in order to get some other things done around the house. Thanksgiving was different this year; kind of sad. Usually Steve and I go to New Castle for lunch at my Aunt's house, hang out and have some fun and then go to Steve's Moms for dinner. We typically are stuffed and are unable to move by the end of the day. This year, due to everyone's schedule, we were not able to hook up with family in New Castle. Thursday morning, I got up, checked facebook and then started cleaning the house. Did not seem like a holiday; seemed like "just another day". Steve came over and we decided to take the dog for a walk. I took that opportunity to get a run in, knowing how many calories were going to be consumed later that day. We went to the lake, I ran while Steve walked Tikka. That really seemed weird that we were not with family. I was sad during my run knowing that we were missing family time. What made it even worse, is that my parents did not come into town for Thanksgiving again this year.

Dinner at Steve's Moms was great. Had a great time with his family. The really nice part of the day was that I didn't feel bloated at the end of the day.

Black Friday: Steve and I hit the mall and started Christmas shopping. We shopped for 6 hrs or so. He only got yelled at by me once. He hasn't learned yet that when you go shopping with me that is what you do, SHOP - not follow me while I shop. Once we got that cleared up, the rest of the day was fun and enjoyable. When Mom use to be here for Thanksgiving, her and I would shop. I miss that!!! Not that I don't like shopping with Steve; it is just different "shopping" with Mom.

The rest of the weekend was filled with more shopping to get more people done on the Christmas list. I spent a day putting out all the Christmas decorations. I love this time of year. It is stressful but so much fun.