Monthly Archives: May 2010

Exercise even if you don’t want to

Posted on May 17, 2010 by

Have you ever noticed that when you don’t want to exercise, that’s when you really need it the most? I came very close to blowing off my workout tonight.  Instead, I did day 3 of Couch to 5K, which was … Continue reading →

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Adult Fitness Test – May 2010

Posted on May 9, 2010 by

I did the President’s Challenge Adult Fitness test again this week. My overall score has improved 5 percentile points since last time.  I’m pleased, since I haven’t been focused on this.  It’s been almost a year since the last time … Continue reading →

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Beautiful Morning Walk

Posted on May 8, 2010 by

I intended to do C25K W1D1 with Chocolate this morning. I got three running intervals done, but a little girl from the neighborhood wanted to walk her puppy with us, so I walked the rest of the time. Still good, … Continue reading →

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Sisterhood Running Month

Posted on May 7, 2010 by

May is Sisterhood Running Month, including a challenge to run, walk, wog – basically move your ass – for one mile sometime between May 6 and 8.  This works out perfectly for me as I had already planned to run … Continue reading →

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White beans with figs, leeks, and rosemary looks yummy.

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Cute progress tracker found at Stumptuous.com.  http://www.stumptuous.com/progress-tracker-worksheet

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It’s a Dog-Walking Miracle

Posted on May 3, 2010 by

I’ve seen those dog harnesses for years.  You know the ones.  They look like what sled dogs wear.  I’ve been meaning to get one for a long time, but never got around to it.  Since my bicep and more importantly, … Continue reading →

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21-Day Challenge – Day 4 Check-In

Posted on May 2, 2010 by

I was about to head off to bed, when I realized I hadn’t posted anything today.  So, a check-in! I’ve exercised every morning (plus two afternoons) and posted every day (at least briefly). This morning’s workout was tough.  I was … Continue reading →

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Despite a few technical difficulties at the start, today’s 5K walk went very well.  I got in a good workout and my dog, Chocolate did great!  She and I are both exhausted.  I’ll write a more complete post later – … Continue reading →

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