This is a big deal for me because I have ALWAYS hated running. I was that kid who would WALK the entire Cross Country Run at school. Yep, that was me. And it wasn't because I wasn't fit, oh no. Dancing classes for 5 out of 7 nights a week meant that I was DEFINITELY fit. I just hated running. HATED it. My dad used to always say, "As a runner, Amanda makes a great dancer"...hehe
But I have broken down and given it a shot. My MoH had a lot of success so well, why can't I??? (I still don't know how long this will last...)
I got myself some running shoes (brand new from my sister who bought the wrong size - that was handy of her) and downloaded myself a "Couch to 5 miles" app on my iPhone. It's for real beginners (ie. never really run in your life!) and it works over my music...and today was my first day out. I don't think the fiance really believed me when I told him I'd done it!!
But the proof is in the pudding...or iPhone snapshot:
I love that completing a day's plan is a "win" - I'm totally "winning" with my one day...hehe...
Wednesday will be day two...let's see if I can make it through 21 days of continuing the program - it's supposed to take 21 days to make or break a habit right??
In other fitness news, I got myself a shiny new dance pole for my birthday and it FINALLY arrived at the end of last week. (Yes. I pole dance. Purely for exercise and fun and let me tell you - it's the BEST exercise and BEST fun EVER!) I haven't had a chance to set it up and play yet, I can't wait to. I've had to stop classes for the last 10 months thanks to health issues but I am hoping to go back soon. And hoping to get myself back into pole shape with my new pole before I do so (I really don't want to repeat the same level again!). Either way, I'm hoping to jog or pole dance my way into a more toned body for the wedding. With our "1 year to the big day" count down starting very soon, I figured now was a good time to start!!!
What fitness routine have you started/plan on starting to get yourself into shape for your wedding day? I know there's a lot of runners out there! Did you struggle to start like I am?
I, too, HATE running. Yuck. Gyms give me anxiety, as well, and I've only ever wasted money when paying for a membership since I never go. One thing I do enjoy, though, is Jazzercise. It's not as 80's as it sounds and is a lot of fun - especially if you like to dance! I think pole dancing sounds like a blast!
ReplyDeleteI pretend to be a runner. I used to think it was impossible but over the years I've gotten better and most of the time I even enjoy it. If you stick with it, You Can Do It!!
ReplyDeleteWhat I really enjoy is yoga! My friends comment on my yoga arms all the time. I haven't been at it for a while but I love the way it makes me look and feel!!
Best of luck with the new workout! You can do anything you put your mind to!
ReplyDeleteI was addicted to running and was a runner for years until this year!!! :-( I need motivation to get back. I love the app!
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