3 5K races down, how many more to go?

 

 

 

 

 

So this past weekend I ran ANOTHER 5k race, the MEC Hot Chocolate run.  I was sooooooooooo pumped to get out there and run it.  I had my music all set, had my mind all set, BUT it ended up being different than I wanted.  These MEC ppl were damn fast....... 

 

I started off really well, I'm pretty sure I made to the half way point in like 12 minutes.  It was the second half where I slowed right down.  Considering the fasted woman completed the race in 20 minutes, I didn't do well at all..... I did beat my previous time, BUT very narrowly.  I knew I wasn't doing well on the last kilometre, I was actually crying because I was beating myself up, I crossed the finish line and cried more once the first 10k runner came in less than a minute after me.

 

This race DIDN'T help my confidence in the slightest.  I left feeling VERY shitty to be honest.  Having said that, I REFUSE TO SINK, AND I AM NOT GIVING UP...... Those yuppy runners that shop at MEC, that seemed to all be friends, aren't going to get me down.   

 

I know I haven't trained much, and I can't run the whole 5k, BUT that doesn't mean I won't soon.  I can't beat myself up since I am not a regualr runner, but that's all changing starting Valentine's Day when I start my run clinic for the Calgary Half Marathon......

 

Watch out yuppies, here I come.

 

 

me at the race, bloody cold out

 

 

I have ALWAYS been hard on myself, ALWAYS..... Huge character flaw, amoung others, but I got my ass outta bed, and froze to run and prove something. I could have stayed in bed, but I chose to go run.  I DID IT, what did  you do Saturday morning?  LOL

 

I just need to change my mind set and then I will be a force of nature not to be messed with.  (does that sound right)

 

Changing your WHOLE way of life isn't the easiest thing to do, but I'm here and I'm showing up, so CONGRATS Tabby, you're already better than the old you who woulda stayed in bed, and slept the day away.

 

 

ALL my bibs have the # 23 in them, weird?

 

 

 

A HUGE thank you to my mom who helps keep me in check, and reminds me that I can do it, and to NEVER give up.  I love you mom, I wouldn't be who I am if it weren't for you xoxo

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

p.s. the next time I do an MEC race, I am going to bring the energy, I'm going to bring the noise, I am going to bring it, show these stiff ol' yuppies what's it's like to have some fun LMAO



help me find a mantra

I need your help folks, I NEED a running mantra, or just a mantra for my journey.  I am going to put up a few pics of different mantras, and I need your help picking one.

I think I know which one I like, but I just want some input..... So comment with a number between 1 and 4.  I NEED this to help me push through the pain, push through the wanting to quit, just to push through.

2 weeks down, a million more to go

So the holidays have come and gone, and after a slow start to my new lifestyle, I am finally in a groove.  I haven't had nearly as much diet Coke (yes, I've had some, but am now on day 6 without) I haven't had any sweets (oops, with the exception of the nastiest birthday cake EVER, sorry ladies).....

said birthday cake

I have been going to the gym and kicking the stationary bikes ASS..... I actually look forward to going to the gym now, WHICH I never thought I'd say, EVER.  I have signed up for 2 races, a 10km race on St. Patricks Day weekend, and a 8km race just before Valentines Day.  I have confirmed my half marathon, and my half marathon running clinic.  I am getting excited, but still scared shitless at the same time.

I haven't had fast food in 18 days, the LONGEST I've gone without McDonalds or Dairy Queen.  I don't miss it anymore, AGAIN, something I never ever thought I'd say.  I look forward to having my protein shakes for breakfast, and I look forward to having one after my work outs or runs.

EVERYONE says it takes about 2 weeks for you to change how your body craves things, and I didn't believe them, NOW I do.  I don't crave the food, the diet Coke, yes, I still crave it, but I just have my lemon/cucumber water, LOL..... I totally enjoy my shakes which is a combo of strawberries, a banana, coconut water, coco powder and protein powder.   I am FINALLY enjoying being healthy!!!! Who woulda thunk it?  Not me.

I have had 3 people tell me that they have noticed how much weight I am loosing.  I see a little bit in my face, and my love handles are smaller, but I don't see any MAJOR results yet.  I do feel my pants fitting a tad looser, which is a good sign.  I dont' know how much I've lost as I'm afraid to step on the scale after I cried for 2 hours last time I did that, LOL.

Overall, my update isn't a huge one, just small steps that are working.  My one race I have coming up I have to get running more outside.  My shoes are broken in, and I have nothing but the open road in front of me, and ENDLESS possibilities...... I'm excited about my journey, and can't wait to see what it holds for me.

Brazilian Butt what?

Ok, 2 days into the New Year and I haven't done so well, but I'm still hung over from NYE lol.... So I am getting there.  Today, I drank 2 litres of detox water.  I found it online, I dunno if it works, but it sure tastes good.  3 quartz of water, 3 lemons, 1/2 cucmber and 5-6 mint leaves.  It's YUMMY, whether it detoxifies me is a whole other story.

In terms of exercise, I realized how f'ing out of shape I am.  I did the Brazilian butt workout and just about died, LOL.  Holy shit!  I think I have to start slow here.

BUT I SHALL GET MY DESIRED RESULTS, EVEN IF IT KILLS ME

Yes, this silly little workout just about killed me.... I can't do this, yet I can run 3kms without stopping.  Ah well, I will get there.  and the above exercise is supposed to get me an ass that will turn heads.  I can't wait!!!!

If my ass looks HALF as good as this, I will be one happy girl.  With running, my above workout, and cardio, I should have my desired butt results in no time.  Not to sure why I am focused on my ass right now, but I guess I've gotta start somewhere eh?  I saw this picture and was like "DAMN..... I want an ass like that"  Her legs are killer too.  Again, I'd be happy with legs half as good as hers.

SO, to sum up my short and sweet post, I am off to a rocky start, but I am gaining momentum, and I am setting goals, getting my meal plans in place, my workout plans in order and I'm getting ready to kick butt, (pardon the pun)