Fitness. Ahhhh! It's an intimidating thought, isn't it? My goodness. Being "in shape" requires time, hard work, and motivation.... and I think we all know that those things are often hard to come by! There is something great about exercising though: it pays off. If you put effort into it, results will come out. Progress is what makes it all worth it.
My own progress has been coming along quite nicely. I recently had a health check-up and learned that my heart rate/blood pressure numbers were better than they ever have been. You should have seen my face when the doctor told me what they were... I was shocked! And so happy! Losing weight has been great and all, but knowing that my heart is healthier than ever before? Now that is just way cool. Changes are happening on the inside and out!
Actually, my weight loss has slowed considerably since being back at school. Well, to be honest it has pretty much stopped; I've just been maintaining. And that's ok for now. I'm definitely still working towards my goal weight - I've just accepted that it's going to take a while in this different setting!
Anyway, my focus lately has shifted more towards physical fitness. A few weeks ago I set a goal for myself: I wanted to be able to run a 10K. I didn't have an actual race in mind, I just wanted to be able to do it, period. So, after training slowly but surely, I finally ran my first 6.27 miles on October 1st. 10K?? Done! Buuut then I had a problem...
What next?
After thinking about it, I decided the best thing for me to do next would be to improve my time. I searched around a little bit, and finally found a simple, free plan for running a faster 10K. I officially started this past Sunday (the 7th) and it has been going well so far! After adapting it a little, I now have a schedule that includes running five times a week, lifting weights twice a week, doing yoga twice a week, and swimming once a week. It is challenging, for sure. I think it's going to be good though! I'm really looking forward to seeing where I am in seven weeks. By the way, I also found this Runner's Guide to Weight Loss, a visual resource full of helpful information and interesting tips. Maybe this will help me push through my weight loss plateau. :)
I just want to use this post right now to encourage you to get active, no matter where you are on the physical spectrum. You know... your mouth can only do so much to keep you healthy. The rest is up to your arms and legs. Make 'em work a little every now and then!
If you need some inspiration, take a look at the following graphics. They are some of my favorite "reasons to be fit."
Happy exercising! - Rebekah
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