Well, I nixed the marathon and stopped training in May.
Then, I hurt my knee in July and haven't run at all in August.
Here's what my progress looks like so far:
263!!
That's not even halfway to my goal. Boo.
Instead of seeing this as a failure, I've decided to see it as a challenge. I was planning on trying to get back into running starting tomorrow, and this is just the push I need.
I figure if I run 60 miles in Sept, 80 in Oct, and 100 in each Nov and Dec, and I still make my goal!! While this is definitely a do-able challenge, it will be tough for me. Obviously, I'll be careful and listen to my body and be okay if I fall short because my body isn't up for the challenge in the same way my mind is. You see I've never run a 100-mile month. In. My. LIFE!
But, I'm looking forward to this challenge. Now, who's gonna help me keep on track?
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Today's challenge question is "What do you eat before you workout?"
I don't really have a good answer to this one. I usually don't eat anything different than I would on any other normal, given day. Sometimes, I'll grab a granola bar on my way out - especially if it's been awhile since I'd eaten. What do you eat before working out?
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With this increase in running/exercise, I think I really should try to eat a bit healthier as well. I'd like to try using the Portman Nutrition Calculator. Basically, you choose you exercise activity and then a few other variables, and VOILA!
A recommendation of how much fluid and nutrient you should replenish. I really like the idea of this great little tool. Have you ever used this tool? What's your favorite online tool?
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I had a great interview on Thurs, and I'll find out something either a 2nd interview or thanks for your interest tomorrow, but I neglected to send a thank-you email to the woman I interviewed with. Well, I sent one out this afternoon. I figured better late than never. What do you think about sending thank-you emails? Could one make or break you?
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What do I eat? I usually eat a banana - but noticed that they give me belly aches. Lately, I've been eating toast w/ pb. I hope you get to the 1000 miles! & best of luck with the interview!
ReplyDeleteMy husband spent three years job searching after a lay off. He always sent a thank you after an interview and felt it was super important. I have a friend that is a recruiter and she agrees. Good for you!
ReplyDeleteI use Daily Mile to record my mileage and MapMyRun just to map out how far I ran because I don't use any kind of GPS device. I used to use MyFitnessPal to check calorie intake and expenditure just to see where I was. Funny story though, I was reading too fast and when I read Portman Nutrition Calculator, my brain saw Natalie Portman Calculator. I was like, HUH? I had to slow down and read it again. LOL