Can't say that I particularly enjoyed this January. I had a lazy attitude for most of it. Totally my fault, can't blame that on January. But I'm still not sad to see it go.
Except.
Except that means one whole month is gone! I'm one month further into marathon training. I'm one whole month into 2010 and it feels like Christmas was yesterday. Where did the time go???
I mentioned that Kelly was setting monthly goals. Which is just awesome and just like her. I can totes get behind some monthly goals. (while still keeping a keen eye on my 2010 goals)
So here you go, February. Please be kind to me.
February Goals
- Stike 100 miles. I'm really enjoying my stycling. I think 100 miles is totally do-able, but challenging. I managed just over 74 this month; pretty sure I can add a few.
- Cut my eating out to once a week with Hubs, once every two weeks at work. Ouch. I don't know how I made it through all of December without eating out, because I sure do enjoy it.
- Lose 5 pounds. I'm in a Biggest Loser competition at work and I managed to maintain in January, but not lose a pound. What up? Maybe it's all that eating out.
- Start swimming. I know this sounds totally lame, but I'd like to get in 4 swims in February. Swims? Is that right? I'm not sure how to best work swimming into my early mornings.* This may take some work, but I'm willing!
- Work on my arms. Ali is working on a 100 x 100 plan to do 100 push ups for 100 days. Clearly, Ali is much stronger and much more dedicated than I. I'm setting the bar low and aiming for 40 x 40. At least I have something to aspire to. You go Ali!
- Get back to planking. Remember when I was all Plank Superstar? Yeah, me neither. But I haven't done a single plank since then. Planks are sooo good for my runner's core and I've got to get back to planking. My goal is to plank daily. 5 sets of planks in increasing time. Somewhere I've got a plank plan, I need to dust it off and get to it.
So there you have it. 6 Goals for February.
*So how AM I supposed to get in all my workouts? I'm running 4 days a week. Trying to cycle twice a week. I'd like to add in swimming once a week. Then there is weight training which I know I should be doing. (notice that's not a goal) Then everyone is yammering about yoga and how good all that stretching is for me. Um, so when exactly am I supposed to fit this in? How do y'all find balance? How do you fit it all in? I can only get up so early. (I already get up at 4:30!) Do I need to start with 2 a days? I need some fitness time management help - any suggestions?
Great goals! Wow, you are busy. My only thoughts are to double up on your work ours. Run and then weight train, or run then hop on the bike. OR add a whole new day into your week making in an 8 day week? Ha. Good luck! I'm sure you will rock
ReplyDeleteHoly crap, if I could DO 40 pushups, I'd be right there with you. Do "girl" pushups count? I can do like 15 regular.
ReplyDeleteANYWAY...Amen to Jan being OVER!!!!! That month SUCKED for me, big-time.
As far as yoga and stuff goes...I love my yoga. I do it a few days a week, as a cool-down or as a night-time workout so I can relax before bed. If you get Fit TV where you are, I really recommend their Namaste Yoga program!! Maybe see if it's avaliable online so you can try it! It's REALLY relaxing.
Good luck with your goals! I may steal your idea and throw a few goals out there myself!
You've got some great goals lined up and I think with a little bit of determination on your part you will find the time! Also swimming is not lame at all, can we say svelte arms????
ReplyDeleteNice February goals -- good luck!
ReplyDeleteWell right now I do strength/swimming on Mon and Wed. usually about 40 mins of strength training and then anywhere from 20-60 minutes of swimming depending on how I feel! I do running Tues, Thurs, Sat or Sun (long run) and then I do a hard yoga class on Fridays or my other day off for the week.
ReplyDeleteAs for planks and core training. I try to fit in 10-15 minutes 3-4 nights a week in front of the TV!
Good luck with it all, I've noticed a huge difference in my upper body since taking up swimming/strength training about 4 weeks ago!
Good luck with your goals...I too love eating out and am trying to cut back. It's difficult because so much socializing involves food. As a result I am hosting more pot lucks!
ReplyDeleteBODA weight loss
You've got some really awesome goals. I bet if you cut the eating out you'd lose those 5 lbs! Also - plan your meals! ;)
ReplyDeleteGreat goals! I definitely want to strengthen my arms this month too! As for losing 5 pounds, I'm definitely with Jen on planning your meals- helps so much!
ReplyDeleteAs for fitting it all in- it's really hard while marathon training. This is part of the reason I cut my training back to a half-marathon, among other things, I felt like I wasn't getting enough balance in my workouts and I had no time. I'd say, instead of trying to fit all those things into a week try varying it up by weeks. For example, maybe one week you fit in biking and strength and the next week you fit in yoga and swimming. This may seem more manageable with your crazy schedule. Good luck!
i'd love to see your plank plan if you have one. i totally need to add something to my core than doing what i am now - nothing!
ReplyDeletelove your list!
I saw the "pregnancy pics" title on my google reader, and I was shocked that I missed an announcement. Ha!
ReplyDeleteI agree with my brilliant sister (sunapeegirl) haha- the only way I can balance is to switch it up weekly/monthly. I was big into pilates in December but haven't had time to do it once since then. I just try to change it up a lot.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the shout out about goals! I find the monthly ones to be more manageable than whole year!