Well, it happened today. I pulled a pair of pants out of my closet today that "didn't fit". I could put them on and zip them up, but they were umm...tight. My mom would have yelled at me if she saw them on me.
I've been trying to run lately. I downloaded the Couch to 5K app and am successfully on week 2. For someone who is not a runner, I consider this a huge success, that means I have run 4 times in the past 2 weeks. I'm certainly not fast, I'm not even gonna post how long it takes me to run a mile, but I'm doing it! Not sure if I will actually sign up for a 5K, but we'll see.
Part of the inspiration comes from (and I feel a little weird saying this) pinterest. All those workouts that people keep posting. I knew I didn't have time for the gym yesterday, and it was too windy to run in for me (let's be honest, I struggle when it's not windy), so I did the 100s workout. Yep, 100s workout. It consists of 100 jumping jacks, 90 crunches, 80 squats, 70 leg lifts, 60 jumping jacks, 50 crunches, 40 squats, 30 leg lifts, 20 jumping jacks and 10 minute run. I didn't do the run, but I did everything else. Surprisingly, my legs felt strong today (well, until about 15 minutes into my run), even after all those squats!
I've also been trying to be more conscience about what I eat. Not really depriving myself of anything, but portioning better. I recently bought some new tupperware, and the smaller containers really help me not over pack for lunch.
So, here goes my quest to lose 10 (or 15 or 20) pounds. I can't believe I'm doing this with Thanksgiving and Christmas around the corner. I'm gonna have to learn to love running really quickly to keep those pounds off! Maybe if I buy cute running clothes I will feel more inspired...hmmm...a trip to Academy or Luke's Locker maybe necessary!
How was the 100's workout? I've been meaning to try it. Good for you getting out there and running!
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