25 minutes run/walk
(I probably ran for 20 and walked for 5)
The weather was perfect for running. It was 60s and sunny. Murray and I ran around the neighborhood before the Trick or Treating started. I decided to run uphill and then walk downhill, which was better for my stomach muscles.
I am 16 weeks today and still able to run for 20 minutes and uphill!
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Mysti's Workout 10-31-2012
Couch to 5k - Week 1 Day 2: 30 minutes 2.25 miles. WooHoo, Sam typically gets up between 5:30-6:00, takes a bottle, plays till about 7:30-8:00 and then takes a nap for about an hour. My plan was to get up with Sam, wake up, stretch, eat breakfast, run before John left for work, put Sam down for his morning nap and then take a shower. Well, that is exactly what we did!! He is still sleeping and giving me some time to blog, watch the Today Show and finish getting ready for an exciting first Halloween. Happy Halloween - Be Safe!! Hope Michelle's class is not too hyper today.
Monday, October 29, 2012
Mysti 10-29-2012
30 Minutes Kinect: Played the Adventure Game. It was movement, not sitting on couch and Sam was amused.
Michelle's workout 10.29.12
Prenatal Yoga- 30 minutes
I tried out a full body prenatal yoga workout that was On Demand. It was a little boring. I didn't fell like I was really working out, but I guess it was nice to stretch. Will need to try to do something a little more cardio tomorrow.
I tried out a full body prenatal yoga workout that was On Demand. It was a little boring. I didn't fell like I was really working out, but I guess it was nice to stretch. Will need to try to do something a little more cardio tomorrow.
Sunday, October 28, 2012
Mysti 10-28-2012
Frustrated, So just ignore my rambling. A bad shopping trip pushed me over the edge yesterday!!
The last year has been very exciting, but defiantly has brought on some changes and unfamiliarity in regards to my body. I don't want to say I look horrible or feel horrible. However, I will say I don't look amazing or feel amazing. I looked back through blog posts and was excited to see numerous posts for June and July; good reminder that exercising post pregnancy is possible. The first question that comes to mind is...Can I be a busy working Mom and still find time to exercise? However, that is really not the problem. I still find plenty of time for TV, Pinterest and Facebook. I think it is more about getting disciplined again vs settling at my new weight and size. So not to scare Michelle in this post pregnancy blog :) My new weight is only about 10-12 pounds higher and 1 pants size larger. Not a huge traumatizing difference. I know it would just take a little bit of motivation, but for some reason since returning to work my motivation has been zero. BUT, I do not want to settle as much for my mental health as for my physical health. With all of that said - I'm done being lazy!! I hope my feelings today stay with me. ______________ My new hope is to start running again - at least 3 days a week - most of the time, eat a little better, drink only one can of Dr. Pepper a day, lose the 10 pounds I put on during pregnancy and feel more energetic. If I return to my pre pregnancy pants size great - If not that is ok to as having a baby understandably changes ones body.
Monday, October 22, 2012
Michelle's run10.22.12
Time: 15 min (about)
I didn't take a watch or iPod with me, but I probably walked for 5 min and ran for 15. The first few min of running sucked, but it got better. I don't know if I said this before, but I think I am going to have to get a belly support band. Running downhill is kind of painful. I'm hoping it gets better, but I doubt it.
I didn't take a watch or iPod with me, but I probably walked for 5 min and ran for 15. The first few min of running sucked, but it got better. I don't know if I said this before, but I think I am going to have to get a belly support band. Running downhill is kind of painful. I'm hoping it gets better, but I doubt it.
Sunday, October 21, 2012
Michelle's walk 10.21
Michael and I took a mile walk around the neighborhood with Murray. The weather was great. It wasn't a run, but that's ok.
Thursday, October 18, 2012
Michelle's run 10.18.12
Time: 20 minute run + 10 minute walk
I felt pretty terrible for the first 10 minutes of the run, but after that I felt a lot better. I had told myself that I just needed to run for 15 minutes, but ended up being able to do 20 just fine. The only trouble was running downhill. I had a cramping feeling in my lower abs... Probably from the stretched muscles and the bouncing that happens when going downhill. Not sure what to do about it, it's impossible to avoid hills in Chattanooga. Maybe a belly band? I just don't feel like I'm big enough to need one of those yet.
I felt pretty terrible for the first 10 minutes of the run, but after that I felt a lot better. I had told myself that I just needed to run for 15 minutes, but ended up being able to do 20 just fine. The only trouble was running downhill. I had a cramping feeling in my lower abs... Probably from the stretched muscles and the bouncing that happens when going downhill. Not sure what to do about it, it's impossible to avoid hills in Chattanooga. Maybe a belly band? I just don't feel like I'm big enough to need one of those yet.
Sunday, October 14, 2012
Michelle's Run 10.14.12 and News
Run: 1 mile
Walk: 1 mile
Well, it's been 2 weeks since I ran. BAD! However, when we were in London, we walked EVERYWHERE. So, I don't feel so bad.
Since I hadn't ran in a couple of weeks, I took it slow. The weather was nice, and there was a little breeze.
Now for some news.... (in case anyone besides Mysti, Michael, and I read this)
I am 13 weeks pregnant with our first baby! I am so excited.
What does this mean for running?
Well, I am extremely tired, but I have been trying to keep it up. I have had some episodes of back pain though. When we went to Arizona a few weeks ago, I came back and had pain for about a week. I was fine in London, but Friday night I cleaned a bath tub and it started hurting again. It bothered me a little during the run, but nothing too bad.
My goal is to run as long as possible and as I get more energy, become more consistant. I have read that that is the key to exercising when pregnant. I may to hire someone to call or come by my house and make me go! The main reason I am wanting to keep up running is for a few reasons:
1. It's more interesting than walking
2. I feel good after I run and feel better about myself/body
3. I want to control my weight gain
So far I haven't gained any weight. I am actually down a pound than I was when I initially got pregnant. I was super healthy for about a week and a half after finding out (no soda, no coffee, little dessert, etc). However, that ended quickly and now I eat more like I did before.... just no lunch meat or soft cheese. I also don't eat any more than I did before, which is probably the important part. So far it's working out, I would like to only gain about 20 lbs. (I'm shooting for a small (but healthy) baby.)
I ran the 5k a couple of weeks ago and would like to run one more while pregnant. That may be a lofty goal, but I think it would be fun to see the looks on people faces when I pass them with a belly. hahaha. (I would probably only pass the walkers, but still!)
(I was going to attach the picture from the 5k a few weeks ago, but my computer is being stupid!)
Walk: 1 mile
Well, it's been 2 weeks since I ran. BAD! However, when we were in London, we walked EVERYWHERE. So, I don't feel so bad.
Since I hadn't ran in a couple of weeks, I took it slow. The weather was nice, and there was a little breeze.
Now for some news.... (in case anyone besides Mysti, Michael, and I read this)
I am 13 weeks pregnant with our first baby! I am so excited.
What does this mean for running?
Well, I am extremely tired, but I have been trying to keep it up. I have had some episodes of back pain though. When we went to Arizona a few weeks ago, I came back and had pain for about a week. I was fine in London, but Friday night I cleaned a bath tub and it started hurting again. It bothered me a little during the run, but nothing too bad.
My goal is to run as long as possible and as I get more energy, become more consistant. I have read that that is the key to exercising when pregnant. I may to hire someone to call or come by my house and make me go! The main reason I am wanting to keep up running is for a few reasons:
1. It's more interesting than walking
2. I feel good after I run and feel better about myself/body
3. I want to control my weight gain
So far I haven't gained any weight. I am actually down a pound than I was when I initially got pregnant. I was super healthy for about a week and a half after finding out (no soda, no coffee, little dessert, etc). However, that ended quickly and now I eat more like I did before.... just no lunch meat or soft cheese. I also don't eat any more than I did before, which is probably the important part. So far it's working out, I would like to only gain about 20 lbs. (I'm shooting for a small (but healthy) baby.)
I ran the 5k a couple of weeks ago and would like to run one more while pregnant. That may be a lofty goal, but I think it would be fun to see the looks on people faces when I pass them with a belly. hahaha. (I would probably only pass the walkers, but still!)
(I was going to attach the picture from the 5k a few weeks ago, but my computer is being stupid!)
Monday, October 1, 2012
Race for the Cure 5k 9.30.12
Distance: 5k
Time:33:30
I ran in the local Race of the Cure 5k yesterday. It was an afternoon race, which was weird. Luckily, the weather was nice. I definitely didn't get in a good time, but I ran the whole time and felt good at the end. I especially felt good because so many people walked it. :)
Time:33:30
I ran in the local Race of the Cure 5k yesterday. It was an afternoon race, which was weird. Luckily, the weather was nice. I definitely didn't get in a good time, but I ran the whole time and felt good at the end. I especially felt good because so many people walked it. :)
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