Week 5 - Day 2

If you're wondering why I did not post for Week 5 - Day 1, it is because I did not end up running that day. I've come to realize that sometimes life just gets in the way, no matter how much you plan. But I've also realized that I can put that behind me and continue on.

Yesterday I did my 30 minute run on the treadmill and was able to run 2.5 miles - the farthest I've been able to run in a 30 minute span. I also incorporated hills this time, and also ran at speeds of 5.5 to 5.7 mph for short periods of time during the workout. I really felt great, even at the end - which doesn't usually happen for me. Usually by the end I am exhausted. I'm also noticing that my recovery time is becoming shorter and shorter and I don't become fatigued as easy.

Its good to know that even if you miss out on a workout, you are still able to bounce back. That was my biggest worry - that if I missed a workout that I would lose momentum and lose the strength I've been building. For some reason I was in the mindset that even though it takes awhile to be able to workout for long periods of time, you could lose it quickly. That is just not the case and I'm so glad!

WEIGHTLOSS TIP: Measure everything! At least at first - I know when I started measuring it was a pain! But it made me feel much better knowing EXACTLY how much I was eating. It also made me realize how much MORE I was eating than I should. Its really a wake up call. After awhile you get used to it, and can start to visualize how much you really should be eating. Pretty soon you'll be able to look at food and know how much you should eat without using the measuring cups and spoons.