The Struggle is Real

Every day I wake up and I have a choice...we all have a choice.  I was on a great pattern...it had become a habit...the healthy breakfast and actually taking a lunch to work.  Then it happened, a little 'off' day and I adopted the mindset of "why bother?"  We've all been there...whether it be PMS, a bad day/week, or a craving that we succumb to....it happens!  You know what the important thing is?  That we hop back on the 'healthy train"!  How did I plan on doing that?

#1 - Make a plan with others to hold you accountable! CHECK

Today I went for my longest run since October...yes...that's right...longest run since October. 

#2 - give yourself something to motivate you.  CHECK

And then I went shopping....cause what helps a slump better than getting a piece of new gear?  NOTHING...LOL

Indy wanted to model the new cap!  The way our weather is
going, I'm going to need this!

#3) - Set a goal - CHECK

Tomorrow I am forcing myself to do a local 5k race to get myself back into training mode!  It is sure to be fun (minus the hills) as we run through a National Historic site in the city!  Next weekend is a 10k race which I am leading the warm up to, and doing a motivational talk after.  Does any runner really want to do the darn warm up?  LOL.  I know I always roll my eyes at them...but will try and warm up the folks to be race ready. 

And.....The Spartan race is 6 weeks away....eeek!  I better get rope climbing, spear throwing, and kettle bell swinging to be race ready!!!

So I think by the time the weekend is over, I shall be back into training mode...strong and steady!  This winter sure did kick my butt in terms of outdoor training...but I'll get it back!  I need to remember that this year I am all about the FUN at FORTY!

Check back tomorrow as I do a race recap of the 5k!!!