Day 72, ONLY 28 days left... We're getting down to the end. Make EVERY DAY count!
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est Deodorant and Antiperspirant- Deodorant Reviews- I sweat. I seem to sweat more than the average woman. I've tried a few deodorants (regular Secret, Tom's, even broke down and used Jake's RightGuard for awhile.) Nothing has helped. I decided I might have to spend more than $3 or $4, so decided to give Secret Clinical Strength Antiperspirant- Fresh Water Orchid Scent a try. I've noticed a decrease in my sweating and when I do sweat, I smell really GOOD! Love the orchid scent. Just wondering what kinds of deodorant you guys swear by?
Ab workout #3- Some ab exercises that you don't normally think of as "ab exercises". I've done all of them (besides the kettlebell one at the end) and I know they definitely tone and strengthen your core. (Double Click on video to make it full screen)
My Daily Update: I ran 5 miles today, my longest run since my surgery. I was pretty proud of myself when the treadmill hit 5.0. I started the first mile slower at 5.8mph, and upped it to 5.9, then 6.0 when I hit 2.5 miles. I did jump off the treadmill three times for about 30 seconds to take a swig from my water bottle, let my lungs recover a little and my heart rate come down, and stretch my quads, hams, and calves. Right before I hit mile 3, mile 4, and mile 5, I pumped my speed up to 6.2, then 6.5, and the last .2 at 7.0. Overall my legs felt great. I had no pain at all. WOO HOO! I was wearing my new Asics and thought they were ok but I'm still not in love with them so they are going back. I bought some Nikes and plan to try them out on Friday. After my run I rolled my legs and did abs.
My Comments to You:
Ash- Oh stop it! You look cute on the video and it's nice to have things explained because most of the time we just do exercises without thinking about form and all that stuff. I liked it, so stop it. Way to run the whole 5K (by the way, it's 3.1 so you ran an extra .1 and if I bet you would have got it under 31 if you hadn't run that last .1) That same thing happens to me, the longer I run the slower I go. My Hobble Creek Half I did 2 years ago felt so good the first 8 or 9 miles. I started to run out of juice and by mile 11 I was going so slow. I could have got under 2 hours but mentally I was spent. 32 minutes is nothing to be upset about. You're way faster than you were 2 months ago and progress is all that matters. Have you been doing any speed work recently? I would also run with my friend, too, especially since you've been training together and you convinced her to do it. Have fun! Can't wait to hear all about it!
Whit- So proud of you! Are you running with anyone or going by yourself?
Kristy- I totally know how life gets in the way of our goals. The important thing is, you get back to it, which you definitely are doing. I'm just glad you're still coming back and being apart of this. Reminds me of the good ol' days at the Fieldhouse, and when I flaked on you at that half marathon. ;) Someday we WILL run a race together, once you guys move to Idaho. Have you had any serious buyers yet on your house?
Our Snack List
turkey wrapped in lettuce
mixed nuts (almonds)
cucumber slices
grapes (frozen)
bananas
apple slices (w/peanut butter, almond butter, or dipped in one Light Laughing Cow Swiss Cheese wedge)
granola bars
Greek yogurt (Zoi or Fage 2% w/packet of Stevia)
rice cakes
edamame
string cheese
hummus w/carrots or celery
avocados
strawberries
blueberries
salad
homemade whole wheat bread
celery w/peanut butter
hard-boiled egg
Extra Sugar-free gum
Fiber One bars
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