WOW! I am lame and I am very sorry for being so late for updates. But between giving birth to my son, my son ending back in the hospital in Febuaray, and the passed month being so busy with little children and school I could not keep up much with my blogs!
Anyways now back in the groove I am ready to hit the road and start blogging about my fitness and starting soon I will start a travel blog as well! Just to post my special outings and abouts. :)
Anyways, a short log for today
Walked three miles and ran for 1. :) Working on getting back to my orginal 6 mile running record.
More pictures and update to come.
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Monday, December 10, 2012
New Jogging Gear and Baby Update
Well since there has been so many Christmas sales I whole hearted recommend those who need to update their workout wardrobe should do now. I just got back from JC Penny's the other day and bought a pair of fitness shorts and tank for $2 bucks each.
For the price you can;t beat that. I also got a pair of sweat capris for running in the cold weather of January and February. The shorts are really nice too. They are two shorts in one. The under shorts are tight and the top are lose fit. I am not sure I like to wear my shorts this way, but I do. I like it even better when they are made this way.
You can also get a little peak at the blue tank in the right corner under my shoes. :)
The shoes were not purple Nike's I had wanted to get on Black Friday. When I got to the store they had all gone and the other Nike's just didn't seem to cut if for me. But, I settled for Adidas which is pretty good as well. The fit, 8.5 for me, was comfortable and supportive. And I couldn't pass up the lime green shoe laces. :P
For the price you can;t beat that. I also got a pair of sweat capris for running in the cold weather of January and February. The shorts are really nice too. They are two shorts in one. The under shorts are tight and the top are lose fit. I am not sure I like to wear my shorts this way, but I do. I like it even better when they are made this way.
You can also get a little peak at the blue tank in the right corner under my shoes. :)
Now I am no expert, but from what I learned from running/fitness shoes. Shoes should fit like comfy glove and weight distributed evenly. I like these and my old orange Nike's Flex because they didn't have high arch. I already have good arches in my feet so arch support is something I don't need to worry about to much.But also high arches in shoes hurt my feet, especially while running. But for those who do, I heard from my friend that the Ryka Transpire Women's Running Shoes had pretty good arch support.There is link below to what these shoes look like. :)
What was so nice about the Adidas shoes were they were originally a little over 70 bucks and I got them for about 25 bucks on Black Friday. Hence why I highly recommend updating your fitness wardrobe now. Right after the holidays prices are going sky rocket since people are going to working out from the holiday weight gain and wanting up to date gear.
Anyways. Even though I can't go jogging right now because baby is still in belly, however goo news he is due anytime now! 2 centimeters dilated and 60% effaced! Our little guy will be coming soon. Right after he's born I'll..*gulp* take my before pictures....I am scared! I was told second baby does more damage. *sigh*
I don't mind the few tiger stripes. I don't need to impress anyone in a bikini, but flat tummy would still be nice. Wish me luck on the coming year!
More updates, jogging and hiking paths I plan to try in 2013, and baby workouts to come. :)
Love ya alls!
Saturday, November 17, 2012
Shoes and Survival and Shopping
Its has come. It is that time of the year. Human nature has come calling...shopping....
GASP*
How can we handle the Black Friday Rush, which is the start for the holiday shopping rush. From here on out every weekend will be filled with traffic jams, early morning coffee runs, wrapping gifts, another coffee run, back to the store, maybe grab a meal or settle for another coffee run. It hardly seem possible that somehow you have survived it every year, but somehow by God's grace you did.
They key thing is planning. Planning ahead, having a plan B-Z, and planning in the middle of planning the plan. It may sound scary but it true. By keeping our brains in order with lists and plans we are less likely to go out and spend on unnecessary things, having a mental break down if our original plan didn't work, and can get things done in orderly fashion. Basically less holiday stress when you plan ahead.
From planning can come forth the rest. Like for me, I know after our baby is born I plan to start jogging again. However to do this I do need to get a pair of basic jogging shoes. Sadly my favorite orange nike ones had to retire to be regular wearing shoes. But they still get to have one last famed glory of carrying me through Black Friday Shopping spree which hopefully I can score a pair for great deal.
This is the pair I hope to try and get. :)
That is another piece of good advise. Always and I mean ALWAYS wear comfy shoes when you do any sort of shopping. You have no idea how many times I see women running from store to store in a pair of heals. What crazy person would do that?! Apparently a lot of people do. I guess maybe the whole image of keeping up a clean put together appearance. Or maybe there are just countless women who holiday shop right after work. However, it no excuse ladies. Not dissing the heels here, but everyone know heels are bad for your feet. Doesn't mean you can't wear them, but keep the wearing them to holiday parties, work, and special events, not while you are shopping for long periods of time.
Wear comfy shoes, doesn't matter if they ugly.
Also for the coffee....
I can hear all the coffee drinkers glare at me ready to attack.....*eep*
Sorry to my friends and coffee drinker. I know, I personally am not a coffee drinker, but still. Coffee is such large amounts and especially how western culture drinks it.
Here's a good article below benefits and cons of coffee :)
http://www.globalhealingcenter.com/natural-health/is-coffee-good-or-bad-for-you/
Coffee can have it benefits like antioxidants. But chock it full of creamer, sugar, flavor syrups, whip cream, caramel sauces, etc..yeah it sort of loss it nutritional value.
Caffeine in small doses are fine. Rather it be coffee, tea, a little chocolate, however lets keep it within reason.
Going back to the key thing for survival of the holidays is planning. Don't plan to do huge shopping sprees that will require you to drink large and continuous amounts of coffee.
If an all day shopping or cooking holiday thingy is unavoidable, then look to have your strong coffee during the morning to give that boost, but then also each protein and whole grain filled breakfast. That way your body has energy to burn for the long run. If you start to feel a little slow, reach for little juice which can be more filling and healthier form of an energy boost. :)
And just to be sweet to you guys the link below is for a healthier version of pumpkin spice latte. A friend recommended it for me to try. It sounds tasty! and probably cheaper to make at home than running through starbucks. :)
http://savvysassyme.com/2012/09/08/homemade-pumpkin-spice-latte-recipe/
Anyways. Just a few tips and my thoughts on the coming holiday shopping.
Until another day!
Toodles
GASP*
How can we handle the Black Friday Rush, which is the start for the holiday shopping rush. From here on out every weekend will be filled with traffic jams, early morning coffee runs, wrapping gifts, another coffee run, back to the store, maybe grab a meal or settle for another coffee run. It hardly seem possible that somehow you have survived it every year, but somehow by God's grace you did.
They key thing is planning. Planning ahead, having a plan B-Z, and planning in the middle of planning the plan. It may sound scary but it true. By keeping our brains in order with lists and plans we are less likely to go out and spend on unnecessary things, having a mental break down if our original plan didn't work, and can get things done in orderly fashion. Basically less holiday stress when you plan ahead.
From planning can come forth the rest. Like for me, I know after our baby is born I plan to start jogging again. However to do this I do need to get a pair of basic jogging shoes. Sadly my favorite orange nike ones had to retire to be regular wearing shoes. But they still get to have one last famed glory of carrying me through Black Friday Shopping spree which hopefully I can score a pair for great deal.
That is another piece of good advise. Always and I mean ALWAYS wear comfy shoes when you do any sort of shopping. You have no idea how many times I see women running from store to store in a pair of heals. What crazy person would do that?! Apparently a lot of people do. I guess maybe the whole image of keeping up a clean put together appearance. Or maybe there are just countless women who holiday shop right after work. However, it no excuse ladies. Not dissing the heels here, but everyone know heels are bad for your feet. Doesn't mean you can't wear them, but keep the wearing them to holiday parties, work, and special events, not while you are shopping for long periods of time.
Wear comfy shoes, doesn't matter if they ugly.
Also for the coffee....
I can hear all the coffee drinkers glare at me ready to attack.....*eep*
Sorry to my friends and coffee drinker. I know, I personally am not a coffee drinker, but still. Coffee is such large amounts and especially how western culture drinks it.
Here's a good article below benefits and cons of coffee :)
http://www.globalhealingcenter.com/natural-health/is-coffee-good-or-bad-for-you/
Coffee can have it benefits like antioxidants. But chock it full of creamer, sugar, flavor syrups, whip cream, caramel sauces, etc..yeah it sort of loss it nutritional value.
Caffeine in small doses are fine. Rather it be coffee, tea, a little chocolate, however lets keep it within reason.
Going back to the key thing for survival of the holidays is planning. Don't plan to do huge shopping sprees that will require you to drink large and continuous amounts of coffee.
If an all day shopping or cooking holiday thingy is unavoidable, then look to have your strong coffee during the morning to give that boost, but then also each protein and whole grain filled breakfast. That way your body has energy to burn for the long run. If you start to feel a little slow, reach for little juice which can be more filling and healthier form of an energy boost. :)
And just to be sweet to you guys the link below is for a healthier version of pumpkin spice latte. A friend recommended it for me to try. It sounds tasty! and probably cheaper to make at home than running through starbucks. :)
http://savvysassyme.com/2012/09/08/homemade-pumpkin-spice-latte-recipe/
Anyways. Just a few tips and my thoughts on the coming holiday shopping.
Until another day!
Toodles
Saturday, November 10, 2012
The start of my new blog!
Lets get down to the check list
Pair of good jogging shoes? Nope!
Comfy jogging clothes? Yep...but can;t fit in them yet. *looks at pregnant belly*
Playlist of jogging music? Somehwere...buried under the playlists of toddlers sing-a-longs, dance music and hubby's geek music.
Water bottle! Yes, lot fo those! Plenty of those...*runs to pee*
Well...uh....so this jogging blog so far has nothing to do with its intended to do, simple for the fact that I am still pregnant and have to wait until after baby is born for me to start all the fun physical stuff! Prenancy left me only to steadily walk and prenantal yoga, so no fun hikes or 13 mile runs..
BUT! Not to worry. Those will come soon. Soon as baby is born this blog will be filled with half marathon updates, 5 k runs I talk my hubby into and loads of pictures of taking the kids to the park and hikes. Maybe toss in a camping trip or two if we are brave enough as the kiddos get older. :)
For now you will have to make do with little updates and what active and outdoors things I do while pregnant. :)
ENjoy the upcoming holidays!
Toodles!
My first half marathon I ran. Two weeks after this event I found I was pregnant with out second baby! Next year many more pictures to follow!
Pair of good jogging shoes? Nope!
Comfy jogging clothes? Yep...but can;t fit in them yet. *looks at pregnant belly*
Playlist of jogging music? Somehwere...buried under the playlists of toddlers sing-a-longs, dance music and hubby's geek music.
Water bottle! Yes, lot fo those! Plenty of those...*runs to pee*
Well...uh....so this jogging blog so far has nothing to do with its intended to do, simple for the fact that I am still pregnant and have to wait until after baby is born for me to start all the fun physical stuff! Prenancy left me only to steadily walk and prenantal yoga, so no fun hikes or 13 mile runs..
BUT! Not to worry. Those will come soon. Soon as baby is born this blog will be filled with half marathon updates, 5 k runs I talk my hubby into and loads of pictures of taking the kids to the park and hikes. Maybe toss in a camping trip or two if we are brave enough as the kiddos get older. :)
For now you will have to make do with little updates and what active and outdoors things I do while pregnant. :)
ENjoy the upcoming holidays!
Toodles!
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