So since I began working mon-sat my fitness regime has seriously suffered. I haven't been a serious runner in quite some time but I would take classes or do other things to keep myself in some form of shape. Lately though? Barely anything. I go to the gym after work but am usually to tired to do more than do a walking workout or the stationary bike (no judgement here but I know with my eating habits I NEED to be doing more). So starting on Friday I finally sucked it up and did it, I ran. I had such a productive and busy day and work and figured what could it hurt trying to run a few miles on the treadmill? I could always stop if I wasn't feeling it or if my knee acted up anyway.
And obviously we all know how this turned out...
It was great! It was 3 miles of jogging (with a few walks here and there while I found another good running song) and I was so proud of myself after. Saturday my legs were sore and it made me even happier that I pushed myself and could feel the results of that. I was back to the stationary bike yesterday but today I went another 3 miles and while it didn't feel as good as Friday it still was doable and I know it was good for me.
I guess before I used school or work or anything as an excuse to not "have" to push myself. I figured I was still going to the gym and still doing 60 minutes of some form of cardio and that was enough. I know this sounds so naive, especially since I was an athlete all through highschool and know better, but it really is the only reason I can think of. I can't wait to implement more challenging workouts into my work week and see how it improves my mind as well as my body. It obviously is never to late to make a change and the best time to start doesn't have to be anytime in particular! I just decided as I was driving to the gym that I was going to run and then bam, handled.
Well that was my pseudo-inspirational post. I'm off to go run some errands before it's back to the office grind tomorrow!
And obviously we all know how this turned out...
It was great! It was 3 miles of jogging (with a few walks here and there while I found another good running song) and I was so proud of myself after. Saturday my legs were sore and it made me even happier that I pushed myself and could feel the results of that. I was back to the stationary bike yesterday but today I went another 3 miles and while it didn't feel as good as Friday it still was doable and I know it was good for me.
I guess before I used school or work or anything as an excuse to not "have" to push myself. I figured I was still going to the gym and still doing 60 minutes of some form of cardio and that was enough. I know this sounds so naive, especially since I was an athlete all through highschool and know better, but it really is the only reason I can think of. I can't wait to implement more challenging workouts into my work week and see how it improves my mind as well as my body. It obviously is never to late to make a change and the best time to start doesn't have to be anytime in particular! I just decided as I was driving to the gym that I was going to run and then bam, handled.
Well that was my pseudo-inspirational post. I'm off to go run some errands before it's back to the office grind tomorrow!
How is everyone's weekend going? Anyone conquer any challenges?