Thursday Night Run at Fresh Air Experience

Tonight we ran at Fresh Air starting at 6:30 pm. The weather was great, it was not raining and was cool enough not to over heat. At times the winds were strong but we pushed on. The scenery was gorgeous, all the colorful leaves on the trees and on the sidewalk.

Love Thursday Night Runs at Fresh Air!

Weight Watchers Update

I have been working hard since joining weight watchers, not only in the eating department but also in my running and cross training. I feel so good on the inside either it's endorphin's or just plain happiness. Sometimes I just feel like I'm vibrating on the inside because I want to go out and push myself at any one of the activities I am involved in or just to spend time with those special to me. Sam has been a great support along the way.  I thought I would update you on how far I have come. I started in July at 169 lbs and as of yesterday I weighed in at 142 lbs for a total loss of ......................27 lbs. 

                                                                                     

June 2012

October 2012

I am so proud of myself for working towards this ongoing lifetime goal of staying healthy. I am not quite comfortable yet in my new body. By that I mean is the attention you bring to yourself is so positive but it is something new to know that people are checking you out and judging you on your new appearance. I am thrilled just a bit uncomfortable with it, I'm like a new person. 

Back Country 10 miler

Carol and I headed out from Kamview through the back country for a beautiful 10 mile run.

It was really peaceful out there and the weather was perfect, we clipped along and before we knew it we were turning around and heading back. I guess I had blocked out the fact that this route had some hills in it, but if you forget the few hills it is relatively flat.

Before we knew it we had all our clothes off from getting so warm and had finished our 10 mile run. What a great running partner, we have a great pace and great conversation. 

Here we are finished, another great back to back running weekend. Knock on wood, but so far so good.

Where do you get Inspiration from...

So call me a dork but I love the feeling of being inspired by others or the things that I am doing for myself. This past weekend I got back on my sewing machine as one of my other passions is quilting. But running was not far from my thoughts, as I was quilting away I came across the Women's World Championship Triathlon.

The race was awesome, An american came out last from the swim to eventually catch up to win third (this is her chasing the pace group).

, and the girl who got the overall title of World Champion had been in the hospital with food poisoning up until the morning of the race.

Seriously these ladies inspire me to have goals for myself and to give all that I have to achieve those goals.

Can you relate...

Goofy Long Run Training

This weekend I had a great training weekend. Another weekend of back to back long runs under the belt. This weekend is my first weekend that I worked nights and had to run long both days. It was a trial to see if staying up after work to run long would work or whether I should sleep first then run in the afternoon.
Saturday I had a great 7 mile run with my friend Stephanie, we started at the marina and ran to Boulevard and then back to the marina. It was cool at times and misting rain a little at some points, but all in all great weather.
I have really tried to focus on stretching afterwards so that my body will feel the best it can in order to run the next day.
I have been watching videos on You Tube posted by people who ran the Goofy Challenge last year, I have really been inspired by all the people who have taken on this challenge. After watching these videos I have discovered the video camera on my phone, so I have tried something new.

On Sunday I had to run 13 miles, so I headed out to run 2.5 miles from my house to Alison's house to join her and Eryn for 8 miles.
It was nice to split the run like this so it doesn't feel as long, we ran 8 miles which seemed to fly by as we chatted the whole way.
I left Alison's house to head home, 2.5 miles back to my house, there is something psychological about heading home, in your head you know you can make it.
I knew when I got home I would be going to bed. My body felt good for the most part, my knees were starting to ache just from being in the same position for so long. I have had this feeling before and the more I train for long runs the better I feel (stretching is important for my legs at this point).

It is Monday when I am writing this blog and my body feels good considering I ran all weekend, I also have it planned in my training schedule that after running all weekend I don't run again until Wednesday. It is nice to have those rest days, you need them fore sure.
It also helps to have people to share this experience with and I will be forever grateful for my run buddies that I mention because without them I know that I would be tempted to not put as much effort into my training.
86 days until race day, let me tell you it will come up quickly.
I bought myself a great tank to workout in from One More Mile Running Apparel and it's perfect for the occasion.

Train on, Goofy here I come!

CIBC Run for the Cure

This year as every year I participated in the CIBC run for the Cure here in Thunder Bay. 1000 amazing people were out celebrating life and those that have been affected by breast cancer. People of all kinds celebrating, Moms, daughters, Dads, sisters, brothers, friends, family and many dressed up for the occasion in pink. There were two girls that stood out with their one piece pink leotard suits.

There was a team that had pick camo long johns on, another team had shirts that said "Tits and Giggles". 

Next year I hope to put together a team of my co-workers. This year Kathy and I were joined by Jolene and Alison for the run. Kathy and I have ran this for a few years now and it is fun to be a part of. 

Kathy busts out these amazing special occasion pants for occasions such as The Run for the Cure.

There was a family walking with their 3 golden retrievers which had pink shirts on with pictures of survivors on them. Everyone gets involved.  

Great Community, Way to Go Thunder Bay!

First weekend of Goofy Training

Well this weekend was my first weekend of Goofy Challenge Training. I ran 6 miles with Stephanie, Alison and Eryn on Saturday which was a great run, a little windy. Then today (Sunday) I ran 11 miles with Carol which was a little cold. I wore my skort on Saturday and unfortunately had to dust the capri's off to wear on Sunday.

Carol and I headed out at 0900 and there was a whole lot of frost covering everything. I had my Buff, a headband, a pair of mitts, short sleeve, long sleeve. and my jacket. I took the jacket off at one point but it was right back on a short time later.

Here we are before snot, 

We ran out to the Mission Marsh Conservation area and on our way there I had said to Carol that people are allowed to shoot deer on there property with a bow and arrow, I should have worn my fluorescent yellow shirt. Carol came prepared she had her yellow sponge bob mitts on. 

We had a great run, a great kick off to Goofy Training.

Here we are post snot and post 11 miles.

Twin Cities Marathon

I just want to say to all my fellow runners out there, Congratulations on a great day for a run.
Especially to Robin Cooper who ran her first Marathon today and had a great run. I followed each runner along their run on the Twin Cities Marathon website and then I realized they had a Live feed of the finish line. I realized this just after Robin would have crossed the finish line. It was so inspiring to watch the excitement of all the people crossing the finish line. I wish I could have had that feeling of the finish line minus the training through the summer.

Congrats everyone