09/24/2020 (Day 2):
Today was a pretty good day! I didn’t really do much activity today, but I think tomorrow I’ll be going for a walk.
Take care everyone!
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Cadence!
Hi! So it’s been about 2 weeks since I’ve last ran because of the fires and the air quality. The air quality has been soooo much better so I can finally go outside again without getting a hair full of ash lol
I decided to learn a bit about my cadence and try to find it for running. I am going to get a metronome app because I want to use it in a way to bet a little faster.
My cadence for walking is 116 steps per minute(spm) and for running it is 144 spm.
Finding your cadence
Set a timer for 30 seconds. Count every time your right foot hits the ground for the 30 seconds. Multiply that number by 4. That number is your cadence!
There are so many factors that go into cadence. Your leg length, your stride length, your speed so make sure that if you want to put some focus into your cadence that you are sure what your goals for it are! :)
1End of Day 3,
2nd workouts seem to be the most dragging for me. My mind can’t seem to focus. I still out it done jusg dont feel like I’m as focused as I am in my morning workouts.
I had to tweek my diet plan though since I have been working out harder I’ve been morning hungry so I’ve been adding more protein in my meals.
With my work week over with I’m winding down for the start of my weekend with a warm cup of cinnamon tea.
Sweet Dreams my peeps
0This back and biceps day was pretty fire. Not for me tho, it was ass cheeks for me but it was amazing for my friends. PRs, progress, getting stronger, just tickles my nipple to see them elevate and make major progress. My time shall come but in this moment I shall praise them. Good job squad.
2I just keep pushing myself to be a better person but it doesn’t feel like I’m any better. So then I just get so upset and I keep pushing and it makes me so anxious and depressed. I just want to be who I want to be.
11I might’ve overdone it today and I’m so sore but it feels good to have pushed my body and I’m so proud of it for being able to handle such a high activity day. I ended the day with 25,000 steps! I even walked around for 4 extra minutes to hit that mark lol
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Day 57/88: September 24th, 23:10
I wish I could say life is hectic, but it really isn’t.
I’ve been very open about me feeling lethargic and kind of down lately :/ I haven’t worked out this entire week, like at all. Not even yoga. It makes me feel like shit ngl but I’m trying to change the way I talk to myself and I think now the best thing for me to do is to realise why I’m feeling this way and look for other ways to stay active other than working out.
Today I went on a walk at a nearby park while listening to a podcast, I made this mushroom bourguignon (not completely vegan since it had bacon) and an avocado and tuna salad. I also bought some Vitamin D and Omega 3 since I’ve heard it can help with reducing the effects of seasonal depression. I really have nothing to lose and if they can help give me a little boost of serotonin and energy, that’s perfect 🤷🏽♀️ it feels bad that I’m so close to finishing this challenge and yet I don’t feel good. I’m slow and lethargic, I wake up late and don’t do much at all. However, this challenge is a way to kickstart my self care journey. Self care isn’t always bubble baths, face masks and fluffy slippers. It’s usually ugly, non-glamorous and involves dragging yourself out of bed at 10 am to study for your driver’s license. I miss the routine school gave me but it’s something I’m going to have to build by myself.
I feel like taking that walk really helped. I might go for one tomorrow if it doesn’t rain. If it does, I’ll make myself do at least ONE short yoga video. Just one is fine! Because even one super short workout is better than absolutely nothing 🙏🏽
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Started as a really good run, but the last mile my boss started blowing up my phone. 😠😠
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OKAY!
Technically this was 8:25 but I got excited and threw my hands up and didn’t stop it immediately lol. Really pleased with this. I shaved 6 seconds off Tuesday’s time. Also got in a very quick little yoga sesh.
Easy pose.
Seated neck stretch.
Seated twist left.
Seated twist right.
Seared side bend left.
Seated side bend right.
Bound angle pose.
Wind relieving pose.
Lying spinal twist left.
Lying spinal twist right.
Bridge pose.
Corpse pose.
Y’all I’m going to tell you now, I used to HATE running. DESPISED RUNNING.
As life gets longer, I’m finding that the stress only melts away when I’m on the run. It’s odd, being happy doing something you used to dread. I guess when you’re doing it for yourself and not what people around you want, it’s different.
I am happier at 23 than I thought I ever would be.
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Ate like trash all day, but made a really delish vegetarian dinner from Hello Fresh. This was light and fresh tasting and so good.
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recovered a few boards from the old fence and then rode my bicycle around town and to the park and back. one little dog chased me & actually bit my shoe. he had a leash on and his dad was running to catch him.
20Sept 24th 2020
I “worked out” today. I went on a mile walk with my boyfriend after work. I really didn’t want to because bills came in that I wasn’t expecting, I’m so tired from my first day back at work after vacation, and it was already dark. I know I’m not supposed to be doing the bare minimum and am supposed to be doing the bare medium….but at least I’m moving. No sweaty selfie because I don’t feel like smiling.
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Started my day off at 5 a.m. with a walk but, unfortunately, my hip started bothering me so I had to cut it to just 3 miles. Kevin said I’m experiencing bursitis and need to take a couple days off from walking :( I’m sure it’s just from overuse, but I’m looking forward to getting back out. What’s with this year and injuries?!
Frustrated with my walk and body, I get home and proceed to have an overwhelming morning where everything and everyone is pissing me off. I’d think that working remotely would help my irritation with my coworkers but apparently it’s just being amplified. Not a great way to start my day, but thankfully through some self-talk, coffee, food and quiet, I’m able to re-focus and get through my day of five meetings.
Glad to now be on the other side where I can unwind and let the day go.
Happy Friday eve :)18Hello fitblr friends! Can anyone recommend a good at home stationary bike? I’m not really looking for anything to expensive (Sorry Peloton!) and it doesn’t have to have subscription tied to it. I’ve been reading reviews of some online but would love some input from anyone that uses a stationary bike at home or in an apartment!
0Hiked for EIGHT miles today! I’m exhausted but it was beautiful and I’m so proud of my body.
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Dinner tonight was baked chicken and green beans cooked in the cast iron with caramelized onions and bacon 😍
I thought up the green bean thing in my head and I thought it was going to be a disaster, but it ended up being REALLY good, so the beans get their own special picture 😏
The chicken was moist but ended up needing some sort of sauce…that was an oversight. So I threw some sour cream on top of mine 😂
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