tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24595504366861895632024-03-13T08:35:44.866-07:00Freshen Me..."M" Clanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02395163952524874564noreply@blogger.comBlogger65125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2459550436686189563.post-59625431635856757202013-01-09T09:58:00.000-08:002013-01-09T10:28:38.882-08:00Awesome Zucchini PizzaI overbought little zucchini, and my family <i>LOVES</i> pizza, so I created these little bites of heaven and they were amazing! I made some little round ones for the kids with bits of ham and topped with sharp cheddar, they were greasy and not as yummy in flavor.<br />
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1. Cut the ends off of washed zucchini, slice in 1/2 length wise<br />
2. Bake at 350 on cookie sheet for 15 minutes, until you see sweat bubbles start to form on top<br />
3. Top with marinara: steamed & peeled tomatoes, Italian seasoning, crushed garlic, salt and pepper
4. Add one olive to each, sliced into 3<br />
5. Add mini sweet peppers, sliced<br />
6. I sliced up some baby spinach and threw that on too<br />
7. Sprinkle it all with nutritional yeast<br />
8. Bake 5-10 minutes till veggies look happy!<br />
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"M" Clanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02395163952524874564noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2459550436686189563.post-16899160314613897902013-01-08T14:37:00.001-08:002013-01-09T10:26:15.816-08:002013 New Vegan MeI ♥ that it has been ONE YEAR since I've blogged... that pretty much summs up last year's whirl wind for me! I will bring you up to date on what I have been thinking:<br />
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<b>DIETS DON'T WORK!</b><br />
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I keep trying <i>really hard</i> to make changes in my life for better health and looks but none of it lasts. Easy off= easy back on because the habit and mentality have not changed.
I absolutely adore my sister!! Seriously I do! How great it is to have a family member who gets all of my emotional crap, our family patterns, and feels the same about wanting to "become better". This last year I am thankful for the unlimited minutes I have been using like crazy talking with her Ü This is us in November 2012:
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This last year has been filled with reading, talking, and watching shows on better health, the prep work! When I was dating my hubby, my MIL asked "What kind of girl are you?" Totally loaded question, but I responded "Meat and potatoes kind of girl" which was a good answer, and a common answer for each of our families and how we were raised. After the last year I can honestly say I want more for me, my body, and my family. I want to eat good foods, exercise my body to keep strong, and do all I can to prevent illness and promote longevity!<br />
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Vegan it is! I guess I've known what I should do for a while, but didn't want to put in the time... time passes anyway! I also did not believe it, knew it, but not really believed it until now. And until you really believe something, you cannot change your life to follow it. (Just like religion and anything else.)
I'm disgusted with our government, the food pyramid (hah), the animal farms, and the crap that is allowed to put $ in politicians pockets (none of them care about me, my family and our health, so I will!!) the school lunches that are "nutritious" for our kids... when was the last time you saw a school lunch? We have NOT had school lunch even once this school year, and will not ever again, it is a joke!
These are a few of my fav's that have a TON of great info, watch,learn, enjoy, or be sick inside yet realize you deserve better like me!<br />
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Before we left town for our winter holiday I gutted our cupboards, emptied our fridge, I was ready, and our home was ready for us! I went shopping and OLD HABITS DIE HARD, once again I totally over bought! It was all healthy, veggies, fruits, but WAY TOO MUCH. I bought cutting boards and little knives for the family to eat with. I put away the mixing bowls, the cookie sheets, and replaced them with my blenders, juicers, steamers and grill! Little buddy is already enjoying juicing his own apple juice! So get ready for a great year, I am! xo <br />
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"M" Clanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02395163952524874564noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2459550436686189563.post-34313058741364084682012-01-10T14:45:00.000-08:002012-01-10T14:45:25.849-08:00That's it...<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ffX0eegLe64/Twy8jF_XupI/AAAAAAAACU8/vPez4ARa2Yo/s1600/2012.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear:left; float:left;margin-right:1em; margin-bottom:1em"><img border="0" height="199" width="400" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ffX0eegLe64/Twy8jF_XupI/AAAAAAAACU8/vPez4ARa2Yo/s400/2012.jpg" /></a></div><br />
Yesterday was my first day back at the gym. I dropped off big-bro at the bus stop, then little one at the "Playroom", and I walked through those intimidating doors to meet with a personal trainer! All I could think of was "If I hear even one person yell SU-WEE!" that's it, I'll be out of here!! I was surrounded by humans, some looking perfect and beautiful, some who have had WAY too much plastic surgery, and some who literally were three times my size, so I started to relax. My trainer is David, 5'5" bald as a cucumber, bulging muscles, and a thick Chicago accent! This could have gone one of two ways, and I am happy to say it was awesome! We did a 3 point routine, working on perfect form, and man, I was shaking and sweating, it felt awesome! <br />
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... and then I went home, and seriously didn't have enough energy to take off my own sports bra until 5 pm! (I wish I were kidding.) The kids wanted to have a Wii Fit Challenge before bed (ouch) then I did a little yoga to try and stretch it all out, and crashed like I were in a Turkey coma! <br />
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When I woke up this morning I could hardly move, every single inch of my body was screaming at me, and all I could think was "I have to go back, or it will hurt this bad forever!" Again dropped off at the bus, and the playroom, and decided to try a water aerobics class... how hard could it be :P If you stay by the teacher you are pushing the whole time, if you are on the outskirts you go at your own pace... and did I mention they use FOAM weights? So I got the "biggest" ones and stuck by the trainer, pushing, pulling, jumping, lifting, squeezing, kicking, and flexing everything as hard as I possibly could the entire 70 minutes and was SWEATING and so tired! <br />
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A handful of hours later I feel the intensity of the work out, and am proud that I am making the time, and look forward to having energy after working out... somewhere in my future, oh yes, it is coming! xo"M" Clanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02395163952524874564noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2459550436686189563.post-83126954787862946242012-01-03T10:27:00.000-08:002012-01-03T10:29:27.704-08:002012 GOALS<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-HOSwa-RUK7Y/TwNFqEVv3rI/AAAAAAAACUY/HXpmyhg6YWk/s1600/2012.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear:left; float:left;margin-right:1em; margin-bottom:1em"><img border="0" height="300" width="400" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-HOSwa-RUK7Y/TwNFqEVv3rI/AAAAAAAACUY/HXpmyhg6YWk/s400/2012.jpg" /></a></div><br />
Happy New Year everyone! I have been asked no less than a thousand times already what my "new year resolutions are?" and what comes to mind is the same thing over and over, yet I don't say out loud because its mine... but of course I will type it here!<br />
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1- Be a better mom:<br />
help my boys feel and reach their potential this year and every year! In school, in sports, in spirituality, in friendships! Perfect example was NYE we were dancing at a family friendly party at Ruby's Inn, and it was a blast, yet I saw my 8 year old afraid to dance his pants off, because he did not want to look silly in front of people he is never going to see again... once realizing this and with mom by his side, we danced in the new year and had a great time as a little family! DO THIS MORE, show them how to gain self confidence and enjoy this life!<br />
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2- Be a better wife:<br />
I'm a dang good wife, but only one knows what I mean when I say Aphrodite...<br />
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3- Love myself more:<br />
This one has so many levels that make a difference, so you will just hear as I go.<br />
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4- Learn how to cook healthy:<br />
I am a pretty good cook, and I love to cook, but very few recipes are healthy, and if you look at my little family it shows! Ugh! So, I just need to do different research :) I accept!<br />
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These are just the surface of what's on my mind starting this new year! xo"M" Clanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02395163952524874564noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2459550436686189563.post-43057217399453522932011-10-24T14:08:00.000-07:002011-10-24T14:08:11.197-07:00Ragnar #187 We're Not Dead Yet!!Oh my goodness I don't even know where to begin! We were suppose to use our Expedition as one of the vehicles, and at the gas station while filling it up the night before the radiator completely exploded and my sweetheart rented us this beast!<br />
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Thank heavens, because we really needed the room with the girls, the coolers, the bench to stretch out on after you ran, etc, it was perfect! I was so worried about not having enough energy that an hour before my first leg I took a "5 Hour Energy" full of caffeine shot that seriously made me feel shaky and like I was going to have a heart attack! Never again. So my doubts continued until my second leg in the middle of the night, but I had a little to eat and lots of water to drink leading up to it, then just ran and every now and then chewed up a GU block, and it was GREAT and I had so much fun... even got surprise by my 3 men on the way with a banner and flashlights!!<br />
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Going into the Ragnar I thought, okay you run for an hour then sleep and chill for 12 until its your turn again, no biggie. HA! What a load of crap! There is tons to do the whole time, from driving, to navigating, to getting ready, taking care of others, resting after or being the runner, you are go go going the whole time when you are part of the team! Thank goodness for the team house in between with a mom to cook and a slave to do laundry :) they took such good care of us that we had a couple of hours to shower and rest or stretch if you are me! <br />
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Pain, lots of pain hit our team with injuries... but it brought out the true colors of my team mates that I appreciated so much (Love those with integrity, thankful to know who uses and blames others!) <br />
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What mattered was that those hurt did not do more damage, and that those who were less hurt were willing to be the "Clean Up Crew" so we all could finish and get medals. On my final leg I had a pop in my knee with P-A-I-N! Stink, crap! I went so slow, but was SO thankful for Capt'n G who knew I needed encouragement and knew I needed to finish it for ME, and allowed me to even at a slower pace! <br />
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We came together and conquered the Ragnar... but most of all I conquered my self and now believe in myself once again! xo<br />
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I'm still a big girl, I still emotionally eat and still eat for enjoyment! I have however started to lift my butt, have gained muscle, have strengthened my ♥ and built up endurance... overall great for my health and for that I am proud of myself!<br />
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This morning I wanted to go for a little jog, just so I wasn't stiff tomorrow, so I did my first 1 mile loop, the one that made me cry at the beginning of summer Ü Yes I was breathing hard going up and back down, but I kept great pace, talked the whole way, and found myself smiling and even laughing, then finally commenting that "This really is fun!" Then I laughed harder, not believing I only said it, but actually believed it! <br />
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Out of the million things I have to get done before I leave tonight at 5, I really wanted to remember how I feel, what I have accomplished, and to remind myself, my friends and my family to enjoy this life, keep trying, and have fun along the way! xo"M" Clanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02395163952524874564noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2459550436686189563.post-305157477120394112011-10-18T07:38:00.000-07:002011-10-18T07:38:37.998-07:00Two things:Okay I know it's been a while since I have written, and that's because there has been a TON going on with school, kids, sports, funerals, last minute trips, etc... honestly a whirlwind the last month! <br />
Thing 1: We meet at the team house for Ragnar in 2 days!!!<br />
Thing 2: Did you hear me?? Ragnar is in 2 days!!! <br />
xo"M" Clanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02395163952524874564noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2459550436686189563.post-46388269223737229672011-09-18T17:33:00.000-07:002011-09-18T17:33:14.222-07:0035 days!!I haven't blogged for a couple of weeks. School has started, for all of us, and time is GONE along with sleep! I've kept up with training and yesterday went for 100 minutes of torture!<br />
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OKAY, last week we started juicing, all the time, our kitchen looks like the produce isles at the grocery store! I was so excited for energy and weight loss... or not! I not only didn't loose a pound, I gained 2! Also, I felt so exhausted, even more than normal, and the greens gave me the stinkiest gas and diarrhea ever! Lucky girl, I guess for 1/2 its awesome and the other 1/2 need to ease into it because their/my body goes into shock! :P<br />
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So, as of this weekend there are only 35 days left till the Ragnar, I am so totally excited and starting to get nervous! xo"M" Clanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02395163952524874564noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2459550436686189563.post-74310144699408376432011-09-04T20:12:00.000-07:002011-09-04T20:12:19.992-07:00Leg 17Yesterday morning I woke the whole fam up at 5 am, which I really didn't want to do, but there was a good purpose... I was going to run Leg 17 for the first time! It's my 2nd leg in the Ragnar, the one I will run in the middle of the night, and my longest distance at 5 miles, and not knowing the roads and it being early in the morning I felt it was safest to have my 3 men follow me.<br />
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We started at Mission Park and I dreaded the first 2 miles that were all uphill, but found that I kept my jog going for the first 7 minutes, then leapfrogged the rest of the way up. I was thankful they were there because at that point I really wanted a sip of water, and big brother was hanging out the window happy to be the bottle boy! <br />
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The last 3 miles were downhill which was great, except I found that my shoes don't have enough support on the inside of my heels, so they really ached after about a mile straight down, and I leapfrogged even though my legs and lungs could have endured more the rest of the way to Acacia Park. <br />
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Hubby didn't start the GPS at the beginning, so when I clocked the distance after this is what was done: 5.24 miles in 1:10:00 for 13:22 pace, NOT BAD for walgging it for the first time! xo"M" Clanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02395163952524874564noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2459550436686189563.post-40488006401258386522011-09-02T07:12:00.000-07:002011-09-02T07:12:50.687-07:00Summer's Over!This morning I woke up, walked outside and instantly as I felt the air on my face felt, cool. refreshed, energized to go run... and in a flash thought OH NO, MY SUMMER IS OVER! I absolutely love the heat of the day, not getting chills, frozen grapes, kids dripping popsicles, playing at the pool, and wearing flip flops every single day! I drink a ton of water, I love my skin with a tan, and feel alive! Today I felt that all slipping away, and I honestly am not ready to see it go!<br />
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On to the run: I met Miss Alice and we went 2.85 miles in 39.07 minutes for a 13:02 pace! Not bad my friend. It would have been faster, but about half way through I had serious bladder issues that would not let me run faster, take bigger strides, or go further distances :P RUDE! I felt like I was leapfrogging it when I honestly could have gone faster and THAT drives me nuts! I seriously almost lost it on the home stretch because the SPRINKLERS WERE GOING! Good grief!<br />
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Looks like I will be waking up earlier so that I can visit the ladies room TWICE before I run! xo"M" Clanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02395163952524874564noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2459550436686189563.post-35851769598771911832011-08-29T07:55:00.000-07:002011-08-29T07:55:11.002-07:00New StartLast week I ran only on Tuesday, only 2 miles... ugh<br />
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So, today I declared my official NEW START! It's the first day back to school for me, hubby and the kiddos. It's the day to be organized, keep moving, and YES I started with my run!<br />
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So, I went 3 miles in 45 minutes, STINK SUCK CRAP! but it can only get better from here because I am going to be dedicated, steady and LOVE the ride! xo"M" Clanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02395163952524874564noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2459550436686189563.post-65003240916992339732011-08-20T07:46:00.000-07:002011-08-20T07:46:05.798-07:00Week's review!Last Saturday's run totally didn't happen as we were loaded up to drive to California...<br />
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Monday I did the 1.45 mile loop in 19:20 minutes for a 13:23 pace.<br />
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Thursday was the next and I again did the 1.45 miles in about 20 minutes for a 13:48 pace, about. My watch didn't start time, who knows what I pushed, the winds were insane and strong, and I was just glad we stayed standing upright!<br />
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Today I wanted a longer route, we are only 9 weeks away from the RAGNAR and I need to increase my distance and pace so I don't mentally freak out on the course Ü! Miss Alice joined me and this is what we did: 3.8 miles in 52:41 minutes for a 13:52 pace! <br />
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K- so mentally I am going through a lot right now, bot me and hubby are registered for college classes (first time in over 8 years) plus homeschooling 2nd grader and pre-k, plus possibly moving at the end of this month, plus haven't trained regular and am still totally unhealthy towards myself... this has to change! Honestly I am holding myself back by being a Debbie Downer and allowing myself to feel overwhelmed by life, ITS JUST LIFE! I had a little breakdown inside because my body went into shock, totally not use to all of this and I need to keep going with a positive attitude and realize I haven't done anything EVER like this and I am way further ahead than I was a few months ago!<br />
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This is what I have heard in my head this week, trashy 80's movies where you think someone is going to do something and last minute the joker yells out SYKE!! Am I really going to run or last minute yell at myself and the rest of the world... SYKE!?!? <br />
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Well on Wednesday I did my 3rd run in as many days, went 2.4 miles in 34.30 minutes for a 14.23 pace, took Thursday off (hallelujah!) and went today 1.5 miles in 19:20 minutes for a 13:20 pace. <br />
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Did the week 2 intervals, going 2.4 miles in 34:50 min for a 14:31 pace... not bad for 100 years old, it's done! xo"M" Clanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02395163952524874564noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2459550436686189563.post-2575397973385863152011-08-05T07:59:00.000-07:002011-08-05T07:59:38.702-07:00Blitzed!Okay tomorrow my baby gets baptized and I woke up thinking, i have to nair my face & arms, color my roots, go grocery shopping, wash sheets and press church clothes...<br />
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FORGET IT, go run! So I went 3.15 miles in 44:19 for a 14:04 pace... should have been better and this is why! I totally jogged non stop for 1/2 mile! twice!! And then I picked up these two books adding 11 pounds for the last 1/3 of a mile! Overall a happy girl! xo<br />
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It took me an extra half hour to get my mind together enough to get out the door! But when I did I was pleased Ü Honestly. There was a strong, hot wind from the south, I put on my week 2 playlist, I started up the hill and thought "This is crazy!" but kept up with the intervals. Going down the first hill I skipped the walk and did 2 legs of each in the jog! Intervals cutting back over and while going up the next hill got tired during the jog, walked less than 5 seconds then picked it back up. While crossing over I started the jog earlier and then jogged the last 1/4 mile without stopping! Huge for moi! <br />
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Went 2.1 miles in 28:54 for a 13:46 pace. Now on to finish party plans! xo"M" Clanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02395163952524874564noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2459550436686189563.post-74195385507155656862011-08-01T08:03:00.000-07:002011-08-01T08:03:01.357-07:00Back in the saddle!Okay, so this weekend I was sore and deep-ended quite a bit (ashamed to admit, but I at one point even thought of quitting the Ragnar!), wishing my times were better than they are as distances increases and not wanting to disappoint my team but more so myself <b>vs</b> thinking about what I am doing that I have never done before, and it's pretty great!! <br />
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So, I decided to jump back on the C25K to help me <jogging and >walking but hate their sites techno crap music, but found <a href="http://runningintoshape.com/5k-training-downloads/"></a> and really like Carli''s Fat*Fit*Fierce podcasts for the training! After 2 months I am only on week 2 of endurance and did it! :P So, the run was just right, but the walking seemed a bit long, overall I am going to stick with it and hope my endurance builds!<br />
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SO- today I went 2.4 miles in 34:59 minutes for a 14:35 pace! I have to remember that 2 months ago I cringed at jogging for 15 minutes which now really is nothing, so in another 2 months I will feel that way about today! It can only get better from here Ü xo"M" Clanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02395163952524874564noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2459550436686189563.post-29992022227075659652011-07-30T07:04:00.000-07:002011-07-30T07:04:30.315-07:00Catching up!I honestly don't know why I haven't blogged, last week I kept up on my runs except for kids being sick and missing the Saturday big run. I was so bummed, and emotionally it freaked me out not accomplishing it... <br />
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Okay so this week at a glance is:<br />
Monday 1.45 mile loop in 19:34 for a 13:30 pace.<br />
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Skip till Friday when I did the same 1.45 in 20:15 for a 13:58...<br />
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<b>Causes</b><br />
Tight muscles and poor flexibility will contribute to hip flexor injury. When muscles are tight, there is an increased amount of tension on the tissues.<br />
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Hip flexor strain can also be caused by compensation for other injuries, or weakness of other muscles. This is common if you have core weakness. When the lower abdominal muscles do not stabilize the pelvis, the hip flexor muscles will try to compensate for this weakness and become overworked. <br />
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The most common symptom of a hip flexor strain is pain. It occurs along the front of the hip and may radiate down the front of your thigh.<br />
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Once your pain begins to subside, after a few days, you can begin gentle stretching of the hip flexors. <br />
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Preventing hip flexor injury focuses on good flexibility, as well as making sure you warm up before you go full speed. Warm muscles are much less likely to be injured. So take the time to warm up and start slowly before you go all out. A good flexibility program will also help to reduce the tension on the muscles, and reduce your likelihood for injury.<br />
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**So, I've been talking to Molly about doing yoga on the days I don't "walog" and that plus more stretching morning and night is just what I think I will do! xo"M" Clanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02395163952524874564noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2459550436686189563.post-7435949525577883782011-07-18T06:53:00.000-07:002011-07-18T06:53:02.677-07:00The Tortis vs The Hare<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-J8_Dl95b3U0/TiQ5Dg3SusI/AAAAAAAACQQ/WtHWwTWT3yw/s1600/tortoise-vs-hare.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear:left; float:left;margin-right:1em; margin-bottom:1em"><img border="0" height="237" width="300" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-J8_Dl95b3U0/TiQ5Dg3SusI/AAAAAAAACQQ/WtHWwTWT3yw/s400/tortoise-vs-hare.jpg" /></a></div><br />
This morning there were three, myself, Ali and Capt'n G for our jolk! It was good for me, I think Miss Alice out of love and friendship has stayed at my pace, but can run so much faster so much longer and I encouraged her to start (so she can make up my time in the Ragnar Ü), and G was about the same... FOR HER FIRST RUN OF THE YEAR, I've been at it for a couple of months now! UGH!<br />
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She gave me great tips, like breath deep and slow, pick your knees up and keep your shoulders back, and to get the podcast for C25K back on so I can narrow the walk time and extend the jogging! All so very helpful!<br />
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So today I know we could have gone faster, it was just new to have 3, but we did a 1.8 mile loop in 25:03 min for a 13:55 pace! Slow and steady wins the race... or so I will tell myself today! xo"M" Clanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02395163952524874564noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2459550436686189563.post-53007444485084622812011-07-16T07:54:00.000-07:002011-07-16T07:54:07.684-07:00Challenge!All week long I had been dreading today, I saw that I had to go for 40 minutes and mentally that freaked me out! How would I keep moving? How far could I go? This is stupid and I should just stop. No, I'll go but shorten the run if I get tired...<br />
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No joke, this is what was repeating in my mind! Last night was date night and Yaya & Sunshine kept the boys for a sleepover, and I thought, PERFECT we will have a great night and I can get my run in! We had a great night and I didn't set my alarm, not for AM anyway Ü so I woke up in a panic at 5:45 am and quickly got dressed and was out by 6! I saw the route of 2.95 miles, and thought "well, I'll see how long each section takes me." <br />
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Honestly, this whole this is more mental than physical for me!<br />
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I got to the top of my first hill and was shocked I was at 10 minutes vs 15! Went down and then up the next and was only at 20! Went back down and as I was started up the last hill a friend drove by and waved, which made me laugh and I thought "you may take longer, but you can do this route!" I did the 2.95 mile route in 40:40 for a 13:47 pace! I'm slow, I get that, but I did it and didn't stop and kept my butt, my feet, my knees, my lungs going for 40 minutes, and I really am proud of myself! xo"M" Clanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02395163952524874564noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2459550436686189563.post-82402941714671243762011-07-15T06:35:00.000-07:002011-07-15T06:35:15.861-07:00I'm confused?Woke up, had a special visitor, and thought "no, not now! After 10 months I am in no mood and really cannot have this. Stretched, dressed and went out the door!<br />
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It was a perfect morning, very slight breeze, almost a bit cool feeling, refreshing compared to the last week! I met up with Ali and off we went. We went 1.45 mile in 19:05 min for a 13:09 pace. Am I getting slower, what is going on? Also, I saw that my tracking widget is rounding things...I want exact! So I'm going to search the WWW and get myself mentally ready to go 40 minutes tomorrow! xo"M" Clanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02395163952524874564noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2459550436686189563.post-61064302401558297162011-07-13T21:28:00.000-07:002011-07-13T21:28:59.540-07:00Pace what?Last night I actually went to bed in decent time (not great but decent), and woke up on time, stretched and felt awake as I walked out the door, yet from step ONE I could not feel my feet hit the pavement! Honestly, I could feel my legs, my butt, my lungs, everything, but it felt like I was balancing on peg legs without my feet to stabilize me! <br />
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It simply felt like there was no foot! Probably sounds crazy, but I kept stopping because I felt like I would FALL OVER. I searched the web and couldn't find anything on the topic. :(<br />
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On the brighter side, I went 1.65 miles in 21:27 minutes for a 13:00 pace. Not great, but not too terrible... kinda disappointed if I am honest. But I went. Okay that's something. xo<br />
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We did a new leg, was suppose to last 20 minutes but we are so speedy gonzales that we cruised through it!<br />
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Route today was 1.3 miles and we did it in 14:35 for an 11:13 pace!<br />
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If you are too young to know what I'm talking about, here's your sign Ü! xo<br />
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Talk about food, nutrition, organic, healthy, supplements, recipes, value, taste and preparation time!<br />
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Talk about life, and everything in it. And today I ran with a friend and as nice as it was to be with someone else so early in the day, I think the jog/talk/walk ratio was off because we did 1.8 miles in 26:01 minutes for a 14:27 pace! Maybe it was because it was my 3rd run in as many days and my body really cannot go faster, but less than 30 minutes after finishing all I can think is THAT SUCKS! I am glad I got my 3 runs in (even though this week there should be 4), next week must be better! xo"M" Clanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02395163952524874564noreply@blogger.com0