Here we are 4 days into 2013 and I feel like this is going to be my year! I realize I probably thought the same thing about last year. This year feels different. I feel different, and I'm not just saying that because I have some sort of cyst in my finger and therefore literally "feel" different (in that one spot) but, I really feel like I am going to enjoy this year. I have to, because I've been so worried, sad, anxious, depressed about the age I'll be turning this year. (I'm not going to mention it because I still can't bring myself to say it) but, I've decided to make the best of it. I'm still very much in my youth. So, instead of making "resolutions" I'm making a plan. I plan to change a few things in my life. Some of them big, some of them little. Some of them I can share and some of them are personal. I thought maybe if I wrote some of them out for all to see, I could be held somewhat accountable for them. So, here are a few of my great plans for 2013:
1. Train for a half marathon:
I have some running buddies and we try to go at least 2-3 times a week after work. Right before Christmas we got up to 4 miles. Now, that may seem like not very many but, 4 miles without walking is a HUGE deal for me. When we were finished, I felt the greatest sense of accomplishment and realized that if I just push myself, slowly but surely I can go farther and faster. So I decided to put all this running to good use. Train to run in a half marathon. I found a website that maps out a training schedule. I like that it gives you a certain mileage to complete each day. Some days will be one mile and then others of course will be more. Working our way up to 13.1 miles I believe. I'm pretty excited about this! Even if we don't run a "formal" half, to be able to run 13.1 miles is a great accomplishment.2. Run the Hood to Coast in Oregon:
So once I've worked myself up to running 13.1 miles, why not get some friends together and run a relay race with the most beautiful scenery surrounding us. What is Hood to Coast you ask? Well, it's a relay race where you run from the beautiful Mt. Hood Oregon all the way down to the Oregon coast. It's a big thing back home. I've thought about doing it for a few years but, I think this should be the year I actually do it. If I start running now, I'll be ready to run this by the late summer/ early fall.3. Eat better!!
I know, that's so New Years cliche but, I totally need too! I watched something on pinterest about which foods you should NEVER eat and why and well, I eat/drink some of them. I'm a diet coke junkie and I love spray butter. Those 2 were on the list. Who is surprised by that? No one should be. They made some excellent points, * Eat food with one ingredient ie salmon, chicken, fruits, veggies *avoid processed food *sugar is the #1 enemy! Yikes hu? and something I grew up with and need to more of, cook at home. I have a hard time cutting things out cold turkey but, I'm going to work my way up to it. Been trying the last few days to eat less sweets and less diet coke. It won't be easy but, I know I'll feel better if I do.so, those are a few of my big plans for 2013. If I had to throw in an extra one... how about blog more? Sometimes interesting things happen in my life and I like sharing them with all of you!
Nice to chat with you all again!
-KA
2 comments:
Excited to see what this year has in store for you! While organizing the basement a few weeks ago, I found some crazy pictures of us, and had a good laugh thinking about all the adventures we had all those years ago. :) Hope this year has some crazy adventures coming your way! love you!
Hood to Coast! My dad did that a few years ago. Depends on when it is, but you might be able to convince me to join you. I'm trying to become more of a runner this year too. Catch up with you soon!
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