The Ghoulies are doing Ironman distances this month! (Page 2)

ironannekidd - 2010-04-01 7:31 AM

Stacie - Because I think the world of you I will kick you whenever necessary

ironannekidd - 2010-04-01 7:30 AM

I will take whatever I can get.

I am also trying to finish up the KSA questions that I've been avoiding so I can apply for 4 other gov't positions. I would rather have 1 of these since travel isn't involved but at this point I will take what I can get just to get out of here.

ceilidh - 2010-04-01 7:31 AM

Oh my, First my run today (leaving by 9- I have one work call to make). Hopefully a bike tomorrow am, Maybe my 10 K on Saturday and a planned MTB ride at the Biltmore estates back woodson Monday. In between- yard work- building a fence, mulching the 60 trees we moved, spraying herbicide to kill some invasives, weeding, planting seeds). I am going to try to get the kayak out on the lake, too. We will see how much of this I get to.

ironannekidd - 2010-04-01 7:32 AM Ghoulies I may need a kick of my own here soon.

I just can't get my head in the game. The few workouts I have done lately haven't been much, which just makes me feel worse. I just can't find anything right now to make me push myself.

skrtrnr - 2010-04-01 8:50 AM

i can send you a CUTE BOY to run/ride in front of you.....

would that give you the push you need??


stacieb

ironannekidd - 2010-04-01 8:42 AM

I have the PGH HM on May 2nd and Black Bear Oly on May 23rd.

I am super stressed out about my job. I haven't had a decent workout since my hours changed 2 weeks ago. I always feel rushed so I either skip them or don't do as much as I think I should. Before my hours changed I could get an hour and a half workout in before anyone got home. Sometimes I'd still be doing something when the kids got home, but not for long.

I got up so early in the morning so I could get my workouts out of the way without impacting my family too much. My kids are still young, 10 and 6, I can only ask them to sacrifice so much.

I think I'm stressed too because I have PGH coming up in a month and my running isn't where it should be.

My biking isn't what it should be for Black Bear either

ironannekidd - 2010-04-01 7:52 AM

It is CERTAINLY worth a try

wgraves7582 - 2010-04-01 7:52 AM

Awesome and remember failing to plan is planning to fail and you have a great plan!

ceilidh - 2010-04-01 7:54 AM

See, you are looking at the big picture. It is scary and there are some things you can't change that eat at you. Carve out little bits that you can manage. Your leg is messed up so your runs have been off. Maybe focus for a couple of weeks on the bike and do the other two sports "as you can". Like Stacy did , with no goal or expectations other than to just do them. Or focus on the running, cause even if your leg is hurt, you KNOW you can do the HM.

Maybe setting goals of "sessions" instead of speed or miles. Sessions being a minimum time.

But hey, if you need a boot.. Cause I care... Boot it will be

ceilidh - 2010-04-01 7:58 AM I am off for a bit.

crossing body parts for Ann

Stacie, I think I'll keep my to do list rather than yours for the weekend. I think my kid handling skills these days would involve duct tape. It has been a few years since the young uns were in the house. I have gotten used to it.

wgraves7582 - 2010-04-01 7:58 AM

Ummm where is Neal, Tom, or Bill Queen ????

ironannekidd - 2010-04-01 8:08 AM Thanks everyone!

Drinks are on me tonight!

AND

Since Stacie is picking up the first round in Phoenix, I'll get the second.

ironannekidd - 2010-04-01 8:08 AM Thanks everyone!

Drinks are on me tonight!

AND

Since Stacie is picking up the first round in Phoenix, I'll get the second.

skrtrnr - 2010-04-01 9:12 AM

FREE DRINKS.

im ALL about THAT.

where you taking us???  huh huh?
stacieb

ironannekidd - 2010-04-01 8:15 AM

I'm not a fan of Mexican so Mad Mex isn't my first choice. Where else is good?

We could go to The Pub on the square of Gettysburg after we're all done swimming tonight at the college.

skrtrnr - 2010-04-01 9:16 AM i took the wellness quiz on the wellcoach.com website.  i dunno know there was something so affirming about the statements...i thought i would share:

1. I believe that I am crafting a life that has meaning and a sense of purpose – it’s a work of art.	100%
2. I put high octane fuel (healthful foods) in my tank most of the time to keep my energy and performance high.	100%
3. I exercise my body with vigor more days than not so that I’m fit and strong and ready for whatever life throws my way.	100%
4. I smile to myself when faced with stresses and roadblocks and say “I can handle this.”	80%
5. I keep my energy high from morning to night, so I am rarely too tired for ANYTHING.	80%
6. I have a positive and optimistic can do outlook - I believe that I can accomplish whatever I set my mind and body to do.	80%
7. I am the boss of my weight – I feel in charge and competent.	100%
8. I am always on the lookout for ways to say thank you and do good deeds that aren’t expected.	100%
9. I plan and control my finances so they don’t control me.	80%
10. I watch for any emerging obsessions or addictions (e.g. email, Internet, being right, smoking, drinking, drugs, work, exercise, eating, gambling, shopping); if they arise I work diligently on overcoming them, getting help if I need it.	100%
11. I am responsible when it comes to getting medical tests, seeking medical advice, and managing any health issues.	100%
12. I make time regularly to recharge my batteries and have fun.	100%
13. I work hard to connect with people and build great relationships.	100%
14. I appreciate that life brings pain and I seek help when needed to process undigested life issues, harvesting the wisdom and strength they endow.	100%
15. I understand that my life`s journey is to strive to be my best by: developing my strengths, continually learning, and viewing setbacks as the biggest growth opportunities of all.	100%
Overall	95%