Looking Back
We had a lot going on this past year and are ready to put it behind us. Quite a few family members had major health issues so 2011 wasn’t the best year for us and was pretty challenging.
My father in law had a major stroke and many didn’t believe he was going to make it OR even ever go home if he did but he fought hard and was able to go home this past week.
I’m ready to rock out November! It will be a challenge with traveling and business commitments but I know I can do it. I have only chosen a few goals but enough that will challenge me to kick things up a notch. Come join us over on my Facebook page for workout accountability and comment below with your goals for November.
It’s my birthday!
My Happy Place
Don’t just count your years, make your years count. Ernest Meyers
Before I get to my April goals, I wanted to give you the final update on the 2 goals I set for the 48 Days to a Better Me challenge. You might recall that one of the goals was a bit silly but I wanted to learn how to put on eyeliner and although I waited until this past Tuesday to do it, I got it done. I went to Sephora and the gal was awesome. I will definitely have to work on the technique for a while but I was thankful she showed me how to do it. Time to watch some You Tube videos on eye makeup application and hopefully one day feel comfortable doing it.
The 2nd goal was to come up with my workout plan for after my personal training sessions end. I have come across a lot of great ideas but have not put together a solid plan for strength/weight training. If you know of any great plans please feel free to post links to them here. I am looking for a 3 day a week plan, a mix of upper body, lower body and core work.
Here are some of the great ones I have come across so far:
It’s fitting that the 48 Days To a Better Me starts today AND it’s Feb. 14th, Valentine’s Day. I went over and over various things that I could do but decided on just two thing that will help improve my life in the next 48 days. I shared these two goals on the 48 Days To a Better Me podcast where you can also here a bit about my story and how I have improved my life over the last 6 years. Learn about my #1 obstacle, why I don’t focus on the scale and the thing that has changed the most with me over the last six years. I had a great chat with Kelly and Tishia.
Below are the two goals I will focus on for the next 48 days.
So it’s been a while since I posted. Sorry to leave you hanging. Things have been crazy busy both business and personally. I know I owe you all a recap of half marathon memories (if I can remember now LOL) plus I have lots of goodies I want to share with you this year. Oh and our vacation to Jamaica was great, once again. We love it there if you couldn’t tell!
As for goals for 2011, I honestly haven’t had time to sit down and plan anything out. I know that I want the normal goals to lose weight, watch my portions, etc. BUT mostly I want to have fun, help others and live in the moment. I’m thankful for so many things!
Just completed the Reggae Marathon Half marathon yesterday! 13.1 miles behind me and I’m so glad I made it. Hubby has been the best support in all this. So thankful for him! Here we are just after the finish.
Totally forgot to stop my Garmin watch so the numbers are not accurate. I finished the race in 4:28:43. We estimated just over 4 so came close. It was the biggest challenge of my life and very emotional too. The last 6 miles were a blur, my feet were hurting so bad and my knees ached too. BUT I did the entire race with no breathing issues. That was a miracle!
The Reggae Marathon expo and pasta party were hosted by Couples Swept Away, the resort we stay at and it was great. What an awesome turnout and the food was fantastic, dishes from various local resorts and restaurants. Music had everyone in the mood too.
This is my workout check in for the week and obviously I didn’t do anything other than walk the half marathon. I’ll write more about my experience later and get some pictures and videos uploaded after our vacation for all to see. Thanks for all your support over the last 10 months.
Angie
