July 31, 2012
Okay...I didn't expect to run again today, but I DID and it felt GREAT! I went on the same route in my neighborhood only I circled my block once which I didn't do yesterday. The real reason why I circled my block??? I had two cups of coffee in the morning, I got down the road and had to take a potty break! Pretty funny but I did get a little more running in unexpectedly :)
Dylan, my son, and I got out the BOB revolution and started strolling. The best jogging stroller by far is the BOB. It's a little pricey but totally worth it. It has an attachment for infant car seats and a snack tray. We have the Chicco infant carrier, but I do know that there is an attachment for Graco and Peg Perego. I'm sure it fits many others.
Dylan loves riding with Mommy. He likes looking at nature, says hi to people passing by and sings songs while we stroll. There is a park in our neighborhood so sometimes on our way back we will stop at the playground and play. I'm pretty fortunate to live in such an awesome neighborhood that will help me achieve my goal to run that 5K.
I spoke to my husband last night and he's on board to run the race with me. We just need to decide on one. There is one in February called Cupids Chase that supports people with disabilities and my husband mentioned one thats in March and in runs through the Riverbanks Zoo. A local zoo that Dylan has enjoyed from 5 weeks old to now! As soon as we decide, I'll post where and when!
I did run and walk again today. I don't want to burn out. I want to get stronger and faster before I begin running longer. Here are the stats from today...
Time: 38min 13sec
Distance: 2.7 total miles
Run: 1.6 miles
Walk: 1.1 miles
Rate/run: 12 min mile
Rate/walk: 16 min mile
Calories burned: 329
I decided to measure a few parts of my body that I would like to slim down. Here are those measurements. I will continue to measure my body the same day that I weigh myself and enter those stats together but for now here is my starting point.
High waist: 31 inches
Low waist: 40 inches
Hips: 43 inches
Thigh: 25 1/2 inches
Arm: 11 inches
I also took a picture of myself after my run. Sorry a little sweaty but at least I have a beginning photo. Hopefully, there will be more that will show progress!
Those hips don't lie :)
Running Mommy :)
