Sunday, October 31, 2010

Back on track..

Wednesday I did not bowl I ran 3 miles instead. My ribs are still popping so I was worried about throwing a bowling ball. Thursday was the first day I didn't take pain meds. Work went well, as did the 1/2 hour Zumba class at Buckeye Cable. It didn't go as well with the hour class for Community Ed. I was in pain and the students made me stop about 45 minutes into it. I came home and took pain meds and was fine.

I decided to take Friday off to rest my back. We were tailgating and working the first playoff game so we were busy anyway. We won the game I am happy to report. My body responded to the rest day very well.

Saturday I got up and taught Zumba and did really well. I didn't take any pain meds and I felt fine. I was tired when I got home and didn't get much else done.

Sunday I woke up with a killer migraine that didn't go away until 3 pm. After I finally got rid of the migraine I got on the treadmill. I ran/walked for 4 miles. I alternated every 10 minutes.

Wednesday, October 27, 2010

Getting back in the groove

Tuesday I taught Zumba and survived it. I was a bit sore so thank God for pain pills. I find myself actually looking forward to running and was upset when I had to sideline it for awhile. My weight went up when I was couch bound. I gained about 5 pounds because the only thing that didn't hurt was my stomach. My goal is to be 125 by the time I am 50. That is what I was when I turned 40. The 1/2 marathon is about 3 weeks before my birthday. I turn 50 on Mother's Day. How the hell did I get to be 50? Aren't I still 25? I don't feel any different but I am finding I don't bounce back like I used to. I found out a couple of weeks ago that I can't bounce or fly.

Not bowling today, I need another week to heal before I start throwing a 14 pound ball around.

Tuesday, October 26, 2010

Tough week

This past week has been very difficult for me. I have a bulging disc in my back, dislocated ribs, and severe trauma to my back and ribs. I have been on pain meds, Ibuprofen, and muscle relaxers. I didn't go to work all last week. I came back to work on Monday and I am starting to feel like my old self again, thank God.

I had not exercised all week because it hurt to breathe. I finally got on the treadmill yesterday and ran for 2 1/2 miles. I think that was pretty good considering my injuries. I walked half a mile, ran 2.66, and walked another half a mile. I also practiced Zumba for a half an hour. Seems like I am back on track. I was worried because I am signed up to do the 5K on Thanksgiving Day and I want to be running 3-4 miles by then.

My weight went up this past week because all I did was sit and eat. There was nothing wrong with my appetite - too bad. I put on about 5 or 6 pounds but I should be able to get that off now that I am back in my game.

Today the truth will be told because I have to teach Zumba for a half an hour at Buckeye and and an hour for Community Ed. If I am alive at 8 o'clock tonight then I am pretty sure I can make it.

For now I am setting up my training to run Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday. I teach Zumba Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. I am going to Appleton Wisconsin on December 4th to get certified in Zumba Toning. This will add strength training to my exercise program. My goal it to be in the best shape of my life for my 50th birthday in May. This blog is helping me remember my successes and failures, as well as giving me a reason to be accountable. Wish me luck!

Sunday, October 17, 2010

Hit a roadblock...or should I say lawnmover?

Thursday was a great day, I worked, ran at the park, got pizza for the family, and taught Zumba. When I got home I went to the barn to take care of Jimmy (my horse). I was getting a bale of hay off the top of the stack and lost my balance and fell into a huge weedwacker (it is as big as a lawnmower). I am actually pretty lucky because if the machine had not been there I would have hit the cement and cracked my head open. I was also holding a knife to cut the twine and it was still in my hand when I fell. If I had not turned slightly I could have broken my back. All this makes me believe there is someone looking out for me. I am extremely sore but time will heal the wounds. I have bruises all down my right back and hip.

Now I am taking a break from my life to heal. Christy taught my Saturday Zumba class and we will see how I am by Tuesday's class. Of course the running has ceased for a week or so but I will be back out there as soon as I feel better.Usually my roadblocks are good things but this one was bad. I couldn't breathe or stand by the end of the day at school and a took a ride in an ambulance to the hospital. All is good now and I will be fine.

Thursday, October 14, 2010

Today is the first day of the rest of my life...

I made a decision today, I am going to run a half marathon. I have wanted to do one for years and I have been following my cousin, Kelly, in her Chicago marathon adventure. Our family has been so proud of her and this amazing accomplishment. I figured the only way I would take this seriously is to register and send in my fees. I did that today. I am also running a 5K on Thanksgiving morning which will be an accomplishment for me, because I have never ran a race, but nothing compared to the half marathon.

My yearbook editor is a runner and she said she will set up a running schedule for me. I was too embarrassed to ask her for one for the 5K too. I run off and on but I have a lot of conditioning to do. I have to work my light days around my Zumba classes and then there are my stomach issues. I've also got Paul's health to worry about but I've decided I am not letting any excuse get in the way. I'm kind of stubborn when I put my mind to something (must be the Taurus in me). I'm counting on that.

Right now I am thinking, "What the hell are you getting yourself into now?" I've decided that you always make time for the things you love. I love my family (adopted family included), my critters, and myself. I always am there for my family and I love working with my critters. This is the thing I am doing for myself. I am the type of person that always needs a challenge so here is the next chapter.

Thank you Kelly for the motivation. I'm counting on my loved ones to keep me focused. I will keep a regular log on here for myself and anyone that wants to peek in on my journey. It may only be a half marathon and it may be in boring Toledo, but it is my marathon and I will work to do my best.