So tonight is the night before my official training program begins. I tried out two of the workouts last week and ran a 10k yesterday, so I wouldn't completely die this week, even though I'm starting out "easy". I bonked at my 10k. I finished more than 11 minutes slower than my time from last year and ran a pace almost 2 minutes slower (finished 1:09:57, 11:16 pace). I even stopped and walked for a bit after the 5 mile mark. :( I'm sick of being out of shape and just want to get back the person I used to be! I'm really excited to start this training program so I can do this, but also really nervous. I'm super excited to begin my journey to the 2013 US National Weightlifting Competition and to get back in shape and into an even better shape than I've ever been in before. However, I'm also nervous that I won't be able to stick to it.
This past year I have attempted many training programs and never stuck them out. Part of the problem has been that I didn't care enough for the goal and that I didn't have enough support or people here to notice that I've been slacking. I have expressed this goal to some of my friends. Hopefully, through that and this blog and the support and nagging of you readers, I will have and want to keep myself accountable. :)
The most important aspect I need to keep in the front of mind, however, is that I cannot accomplish this, or anything in life, without God. I feel the neglect of keeping God the focus of my workouts has been my downfall in my previous attempts. I know that this journey will not be easy and that I may stumble every now and then. If life were easy, we wouldn't need God. I trust my Savior to guide me through the good and the bad to help me become a stronger person (literally! hehe).
I know I have many sacrifices to make as I strive to live for God and God alone. I need to let go of my worldly desires that have held me back for so long. I need to fuel my body with things that only bring glory to Him. No more junk food binges for me! I hope to share my struggles and victories with you guys as I continue you on my journey as well as help anyone who is also struggling. Alright everyone, time for me to hit the hay to have a super workout tomorrow!
Goals for June 13th-19th:
Increase ROM
Increase aerobic endurance
Decrease body fat (lose 5 pounds)
Week 1 Anatomical Adaptation Phase
Monday AM: Dynamic warm-up extended version
PM: Ellipticize 30-60 min, no resistance, convo pace
Tuesday AM: Dynamic warm-up then total-body circuit
PM: Run 20-40 min
Wednesday AM: Cycling class
PM: off
Thursday AM: Dynamic warm-up extended version
PM: Cycling class
Friday AM: Dynamic warm-up then total-body circuit
PM: Run 20-40 min
Saturday AM: Run 20-40 min
PM: Dance all night at Eileen's Wedding Reception!!! :)
Sunday: Rest day- short, easy walk or jog
This past year I have attempted many training programs and never stuck them out. Part of the problem has been that I didn't care enough for the goal and that I didn't have enough support or people here to notice that I've been slacking. I have expressed this goal to some of my friends. Hopefully, through that and this blog and the support and nagging of you readers, I will have and want to keep myself accountable. :)
The most important aspect I need to keep in the front of mind, however, is that I cannot accomplish this, or anything in life, without God. I feel the neglect of keeping God the focus of my workouts has been my downfall in my previous attempts. I know that this journey will not be easy and that I may stumble every now and then. If life were easy, we wouldn't need God. I trust my Savior to guide me through the good and the bad to help me become a stronger person (literally! hehe).
I know I have many sacrifices to make as I strive to live for God and God alone. I need to let go of my worldly desires that have held me back for so long. I need to fuel my body with things that only bring glory to Him. No more junk food binges for me! I hope to share my struggles and victories with you guys as I continue you on my journey as well as help anyone who is also struggling. Alright everyone, time for me to hit the hay to have a super workout tomorrow!
Goals for June 13th-19th:
Increase ROM
Increase aerobic endurance
Decrease body fat (lose 5 pounds)
Week 1 Anatomical Adaptation Phase
Monday AM: Dynamic warm-up extended version
PM: Ellipticize 30-60 min, no resistance, convo pace
Tuesday AM: Dynamic warm-up then total-body circuit
PM: Run 20-40 min
Wednesday AM: Cycling class
PM: off
Thursday AM: Dynamic warm-up extended version
PM: Cycling class
Friday AM: Dynamic warm-up then total-body circuit
PM: Run 20-40 min
Saturday AM: Run 20-40 min
PM: Dance all night at Eileen's Wedding Reception!!! :)
Sunday: Rest day- short, easy walk or jog
