The first big training run of the program happened on sunday morning. We met up at 8.30 am at Shelley Beach. There were ten of us this time.. We started with a 6klm run up Manly beach to queenscliffe and back and then did a 1 klm swim around the shelley beach area. It was great fun being with a group of people and getting out and being active.
Monday 27 February 2012
Friday 24 February 2012
Getting Fitter
I woke up this morning actually excited about going for a run. Since I have started running again I have been improving slowly but this morning I decided I was not going to stop running and walk (unless I REALLY had to). 5klms later and I had done it!! Felt great once I had finished - hurt like hell whilst I was running.
Doug
Doug
Tuesday 21 February 2012
Spontaneous Run!
Due to a sudden change of plans, I had an open evening! So I decided to go out for a run :)
I donned my army boots
and went on my 2.81 km track around my place. It's nice and hilly so it makes things more interesting! I use www.mapmyrun.com to track the distances we go.
I timed my run and it took me 12mins 56sec to complete. I walked for a further 400m to help catch my breath and begin my cooldown.
This is me just before my shower:
Sweaty and breathless!
If you are thinking about going off any medications, always speak to your GP to get it cleared first. And just listen to your body - it will tell you if it needs to slow down. Don't listen to your head, it gives way too many excuses!
-Jiansen
I donned my army boots
and went on my 2.81 km track around my place. It's nice and hilly so it makes things more interesting! I use www.mapmyrun.com to track the distances we go.I timed my run and it took me 12mins 56sec to complete. I walked for a further 400m to help catch my breath and begin my cooldown.
This is me just before my shower:
Sweaty and breathless!45mins later, and I have stopped wheezing and coughing. I am adamant not to use my asthma puffer before, during, or after training. I have only mild asthma, and I've never had an asthma attack.
If you are thinking about going off any medications, always speak to your GP to get it cleared first. And just listen to your body - it will tell you if it needs to slow down. Don't listen to your head, it gives way too many excuses!
-Jiansen
Our first training session
Last Sunday we saw the first official training session!
It started off with some confusion as to where Putney Park was, but it wasn't too long before we met up and started our run! We jogged with the river on our left, traversed a fence, stomped over sand, and did some rows and dips at a children's jungle gym!!
Unfortunately I put my camera away before the run so I didn't get any great snaps! But next time I will :)
So we converted to road running after a while, did a few uphill sprints. But overall, a pretty long and relaxed 3.83km start to the year!
-Jiansen
It started off with some confusion as to where Putney Park was, but it wasn't too long before we met up and started our run! We jogged with the river on our left, traversed a fence, stomped over sand, and did some rows and dips at a children's jungle gym!!
Unfortunately I put my camera away before the run so I didn't get any great snaps! But next time I will :)
So we converted to road running after a while, did a few uphill sprints. But overall, a pretty long and relaxed 3.83km start to the year!
-Jiansen
Friday 17 February 2012
Set Your Goals
"A goal is a dream with a deadline"
Let's begin by seeing what your new year's resolutions are! Lose weight? Get fit? Work less? Play more? Maybe even work harder? These are all very general aspirations.When you make your goals vague, it means you're able to make almost anything turn out to be a success in that area.
For example, if you aim to lose 10kgs in 10 months, and you lose 9kgs instead, then you would feel like you failed. But if you word it to say you just want to lose weight, then even a 1kg loss is a success! But in reality, you really wanted more.Your "success" is just you not failing.
I thought I set goals, but I also make them so vague, without any deadlines, that when I eventually get to a success, I look back and say, "oh yeah, I planned to do that. I set myself this goal ages ago. I'm a success!"
No.
I just waited for success to come to me. Living my life as a result of everything around me. Not anymore. I will be the cause of why things happen in my life. So join me in my QUEST to set some goals and achieve them!
Let's get real and go big!
I am using the template from http://www.lululemon.com/community/blog/create-a-vision-and-set-your-goals/ and I recommend it to you all.
Possibility
In the past we have all had goals, aspirations, intentions. Along the way we've hit roadblocks, barriers, and sometimes we've broken through them, and other times we have failed.
Don't let your past dictate your future decisions. "A girl rejected me at the bar" does not equal "I'm not going to ask this other girl out because last time it didn't work out great"
"I don't have time"
Do you not have time to spend 30mins running around, lifting weights, sweating your butt off? Then taking another 10-15mins showering and changing? Would that be around 1 hour out of your day? You probably would like to shower once in your day anyways, so why not stick a little workout before? I have a fantastic 4min routine that will get your heart pumping! (For those who REALLY don't want to give up 30minutes).
So now, the possibility for being fit and healthy is quite real, yes?
Vision
Every goal begins with a vision. A dream. For example, I can see myself sitting on a Harley, cruising down a dusty highway, sporting a leather jacket, looking very menacing with a strong jawline and bulging muscles
And I will have a workshop/garage where I would rebuild a classic with my children
And be part of a Health Clinic, working with my friends - doctors, dentists, chiropractors, physiotherapists, dietitians, massage therapists, with a small gym inside!
I will have climbed each of the highest peaks in the world, and seen the 7 wonders of the world!
Balance
Personal, health, career. Right now all I want is my personal leisure goals to work, and just cruising along with my career and health.
Audacity
Set goals that you think are insane. Prove yourself wrong. Reach a new height that previously you didn't think was possible. Remember,
Format
Clear, precise, simple, measurable
For example:
"In 10 years time, I will be 65kg. I weigh 105kg now."
"I will have lost 20kgs in 5 years."
"Therefore, each year I will have lost 4kgs"
"Which means I lose 77g each week"
Too easy!
Integrity
Do what you say you're going to do. If you need to, keep constant reminders - post-it notes around the house, a day planner, etc
Surround yourself with like-minded people. They will support you directly and indirectly.
Make choices that will progress you towards your goals, not take you further away from them.
So, SET SOME GOALS!!!
Let's begin by seeing what your new year's resolutions are! Lose weight? Get fit? Work less? Play more? Maybe even work harder? These are all very general aspirations.When you make your goals vague, it means you're able to make almost anything turn out to be a success in that area.
For example, if you aim to lose 10kgs in 10 months, and you lose 9kgs instead, then you would feel like you failed. But if you word it to say you just want to lose weight, then even a 1kg loss is a success! But in reality, you really wanted more.Your "success" is just you not failing.
I thought I set goals, but I also make them so vague, without any deadlines, that when I eventually get to a success, I look back and say, "oh yeah, I planned to do that. I set myself this goal ages ago. I'm a success!"
No.
I just waited for success to come to me. Living my life as a result of everything around me. Not anymore. I will be the cause of why things happen in my life. So join me in my QUEST to set some goals and achieve them!
Let's get real and go big!
I am using the template from http://www.lululemon.com/community/blog/create-a-vision-and-set-your-goals/ and I recommend it to you all.
Possibility
In the past we have all had goals, aspirations, intentions. Along the way we've hit roadblocks, barriers, and sometimes we've broken through them, and other times we have failed.
Don't let your past dictate your future decisions. "A girl rejected me at the bar" does not equal "I'm not going to ask this other girl out because last time it didn't work out great"
"I don't have time"
Do you not have time to spend 30mins running around, lifting weights, sweating your butt off? Then taking another 10-15mins showering and changing? Would that be around 1 hour out of your day? You probably would like to shower once in your day anyways, so why not stick a little workout before? I have a fantastic 4min routine that will get your heart pumping! (For those who REALLY don't want to give up 30minutes).
So now, the possibility for being fit and healthy is quite real, yes?
Vision
Every goal begins with a vision. A dream. For example, I can see myself sitting on a Harley, cruising down a dusty highway, sporting a leather jacket, looking very menacing with a strong jawline and bulging muscles
I will have climbed each of the highest peaks in the world, and seen the 7 wonders of the world!
Balance
Audacity
Set goals that you think are insane. Prove yourself wrong. Reach a new height that previously you didn't think was possible. Remember,
Format
Clear, precise, simple, measurable
For example:
"In 10 years time, I will be 65kg. I weigh 105kg now."
"I will have lost 20kgs in 5 years."
"Therefore, each year I will have lost 4kgs"
"Which means I lose 77g each week"
Too easy!
Integrity
Do what you say you're going to do. If you need to, keep constant reminders - post-it notes around the house, a day planner, etc
Surround yourself with like-minded people. They will support you directly and indirectly.
Make choices that will progress you towards your goals, not take you further away from them.
So, SET SOME GOALS!!!
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