But I am continuing anyway. First bit of news: 3 lbs. lost!
Second, I think I've decided the best system for me is this: running on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday; weights everyday, but more significant reps and variations on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday; Sunday is a total rest day. Writing that down appears to be a lot of work, but the weights thing only takes about 30 mins (including abs, etc.) and the running/stretching is about 45 mins. This seemed to work and still feel good for the first round last week, so we'll keep this going for now! Two unexpected benefits I'm finding: less sleep is wanted! I'm getting a solid 7-8 now and I feel great! Also, in conjunction with my vocal lessons I'm taking, I'm finding I can breathe more efficiently for my voice and can contol it better (NOW I'm beginning to understand when singers say "from the diaphragm"!!!!). All that core work and aerobics are paying off already!
Still running around 3 miles per session. I'd like to get it up to 4 miles, but I'm not quite at a point where I can push that hard yet...the lungs aren't what they used to be! :) The music mix-up continues to be a big motivator for me and I'm honing in on a good mix. I'm finding that I don't necessarily need super hyper music, but more pressing, inspiring tunes...
That's all for now!
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alright, alright... I'm feeling guilty!
Still haven't purchased running shoes, so haven't done a damn thing. I really need to do the first workout soon, or it's never going to happen...
And the smoking... well, I've picked it up instead of quitting.
Mom and Deb actually came over Sunday for a pool workout while Jeff took the kids to a movie. Went well, but it's not the aerobic level I need.
Must run. Must go get shoes.
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