Let's do a quick recap (again), shall we? Last year, I was 194lbs barely running a full mile. Yesterday, I weighed in at 178.5 and completed a 10k (6.2m) race. In 3 1/2 months, I WILL be 150lbs and run a 1/2 marathon (13.2m). I should be at 176lbs at the next weigh in, this means losing 2.5lbs by Thursday. Well, let's get to it, right?
During our Thursday's session, we actually stayed an extra 30-40 minutes just talking. These past weeks, I also saw a range of all my friends, people who know me since I was 15, 18, 23, and so on. We are all at different places in our lives, but when we meet we revert to our true silly selves! (mostly, I'm the one who's silly!) Naturally, this Pilates experience and the people I've met are now part of my present and future. I hope our relationships continue to grow further.
Generally, something most people don't do enough of is to appreciate the experiences (including the bad ones, the ones that force us to grow), the people (especially the patient ones), and the incomprehensible connections we have with each other. All these people in my life have contributed to who I am today.
Anyways, on Saturday (5/16) I woke up at 7am and headed to the Healthy Kidney 10k Race in Central Park. I was actually very nervous about it, but I did it! I actually completed it!
Right after the race, I headed over to my session with Dr. Karen (Nutritionist) which was very good. From her, I learned that certain foods can trigger the uncontrollable sensation we feel at times, which is why we have to be aware and avoid the bad triggers as much as we can. Eat what makes us feel good afterwards. Then after our session, Virginia was all ready for me.
This Saturday session was perfect for me! She had a bunch of new exercises and a few new props too. She customized the session for my post run, I know it was all just for me. I felt amazing during it and afterwards!
After the hottest shower EVER, I took the good long nap. When I woke up, it was time to have a great time with my friends.
Today, we (Shannon & Virginia) were planning to go to the "Run the Palisades" for Diabetes 5k race, but due to the rain we passed it up for the next one. Still determined, I did go for an easy run (3 miles) at Rockland Lake with my aunt. After that, my aunt put some needles in me (she's an acupuncturist) for a pulled muscle in near my hip (front thigh). It actually worked! I know, am I lucky or WHAT?
Below are some pictures, if you weren able to check them out from before: (brought to you by sister, Juanita)
2 comments:
You have inspired me. I started running again, even with my knee problem. Two days, 1 1/2 miles each day to get started. Not bad. Looking forward to up-ing the mileage. Maybe your half marathon will actually be a race between buffalo girls...
Helen, that's so exciting! The injury part of running sucks, and each run is a great challenge. You guys were really the ones who got me into it. I'll always remember, The run of the Grapes! I'm happy I've inspired YOU, you have been absolutely encouraging and motivating. I hope I see you soon!
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