So, I've been thinking that I really need to shave at least 24 minutes (and 39 seconds) from my half marathon time for the next one coming up on October 24th.
How do I plan on doing that? Well...let's see...I have a plan, of course!
First of all, I want to shed 15 lbs before my race - I feel this is TOTALLY achievable since I have 11 1/2 weeks to do it AND killah willpower AND mega motivation AND some mad skillz. I can do this through diet and exercise. I will be sticking with my South Beach roots all the while watching the ol' portion sizes and making sure I'm eating plenty of veggies. As for the exercise, I will be doing a blend of running and cross training - hoping to focus on cross training in the morning and incorporate running in the evenings 3 times per week (in addition to my long run on Saturdays).
Secondly, I now have the benefit of belonging to a running group. I really feel like this is going to give me the the support, group comraderie, and accountability that was lacking in my solo runs. I'm turbo excited about this.
Third, I will have home-town advantage this time around.
Fourth, I will have experience behind my belt.
Finally, I am going to properly stretch before and after each activity EVERY TIME no matter what!
Having a goal is key - it keeps you on your toes mentally and physically! What kinds of goals have you set recently and more importantly, how will you reward yourself when you reach them?
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These days - my goal is to be able to bend over to tie my shoe! : ) Hee hee...hopefully I won't have that problem once baby-d is here! Ha.
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