Tuesday, January 9, 2007

My Nike+ Challenge

So, I am loving my Nike+ system. Yesterday I did 2.88 miles and it kept track of time, mileage, calories, pace, etc. It's great! It's like being on a treadmill only better. I am part of a NIke+ challenge for beginners. Bascially, 30 women around the world who consider themselves beginners are seeing who runs the most miles in 14 days. Yesterday I was in sixth place, but this afternoon I have already fallen to 15th. I don't know if I am going to hit the gym tonight or not. I know that my body could use a rest, but I am feeling good and feel like I could put in at least a couple of miles. On the other hand, when I start getting like this and push and push, that is when I really start to feel the ole heel start to hurt. I should lay off. But, I probably won't! The tread on the bottom of my running shoes is almost gone, which means it is time for new ones. I haven't bought new ones since July, which is a miracle since I had an addiction for a while.

Yesterday when I got home from work, the cat food container was laying on its side and the cat food was strewn across the dining room. Apparently someone (Libby) decided to help themselves to a snack mid-day. I expect the same when I get home today since she would not eat her breakfast again. Maggie is farting like Walter the farting dog again. What gives? Lord have mercy.

I have a dilemma reagrding my Coach fund. I feel like I should get my full $2 for the day, but I did contact "him." It was for a legitimate reason, however. A former student emailed me and asked that I pass his email address on to "him." So I did. I kept it very professional and to the point and signed it "Jennifer." That oughtta show him. He can put that in his juice box and suck it.

I am actually feeling quite empowered these days. I feel proud of my workout efforts, the weight that I am losing, and the fact that I am finding myself again. Did I mention that my legs are looking kick ass these days, too? It feels fantastic to feel my sense of humor coming back. I haven't cried in over a week (eight days to be exact). I am just generally feeling relief and hope. THAT is awesome in itself.

I have missed me.

1 comment:

KatieMc said...

I am so happy that you are finding yourself again. I missed you! Good job with the running!!!