Tuesday, March 26, 2013

My body hurts!

I hurt absolutely everywhere this morning.  I guess it's a good kind of hurt.  The kind of hurt that let's you know that your body is being worked and challenged. But it still hurts and it kind of sucks.

I recently signed up for an all women's softball league.  It's been ten years since I have played so needless to say, I'm in the process of shaking off the dust.  Alex and I spent Saturday and Sunday throwing the ball around and hitting at the batting cages.  If you are looking to tighten up your obliques, try swinging a bat. 
On top of sore arms, shoulders, and obliques, Alex came home last night and suggested I go for a run.  I have been averaging about three miles a week and with an impending marathon, I decided his suggestion was worth it.  I managed 7.16 miles and felt really good.  I didn't push myself as far as speed.  I tried to keep a nice, easy pace and it took me about 77 minutes to complete (10:45 pace).  Not too bad!  Well, at least that's what I thought until I woke up this morning...

I was very impressed with myself.  I have gained over thirty pounds since my wedding so to get out there and run like that is tough.  Especially since I haven't been training.  I literally cringe every time I think about my marathon.  I hope I still have time to make it happen.  I just need to cross the finish line. 

Goals for the week:
  • Eat more fruits/veggies
  • Run 4 miles on Wednesday and Thursday
  • Run 12 miles on Saturday
  • Finish cleaning family room

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