2 Miles

After way too long of a break, I finally made it back to the gym today to run. I was a little worried I wouldn't make it to a full mile after almost a week, but I greatly exceeded my expectations.

The Run:

• Mile 1
• Laps 1-9 = Run
• 2 walking laps. After pushing through the first mile I needed water......seriously need to learn to not leave my room without a water bottle.

• Mile 2
• Laps 1-9 = Run

• Mile 3
• Laps 1-2 = Walk
• Lap 3 = Run
• Lap 4 = Walk
• Lap 5 = Run 
• Lap 6 = Walk
• Lap 7-9 = Run

Now I suppose it's time for me to start studying.....can't wait for this to all be over with.

Study Breaks

Pretty much instead of working on any of my homework or studying for exams, today was designated to having fun. I went to the movies with Nicole and Cassie.....Burlesque! I didn't know what Burlesque would entail and hadn't heard any reviews of the movie or knew anyone who had seen it, but it looked good. And it was good.....really good. I'm always up for a little singing and dancing. I wasn't too into Cher before this movie, but I now have a new outlook on her performance abilities (basically I was amazed). On top of that you add a dynamite cast of everyone from Christina Aguilera, Eric Dane, Kristen Bell, Stanley Tucci, and Cam Gigandet. Most of the music is original and I came back to my room after to look the soundtrack up on youtube. I now have a secret desire to be a burlesque dancer.....I just think it'd be so much fun.

The movie is pure entertainment!

After the movie and a stop at Meijers, we headed back to the dorm for this study break event the college put on at the rec center. They had inflatable slides, human bowling, climbing courses and an array of other activities. I didn't do much, but had fun hanging out with people. Basically it was an overall day of fun.

Tomorrow on the other hand will be cracking down to business. Time to finish up the semester strong.....or well at least finish.

Sign Up

I officially signed up for the Bayshore 10K this morning! Originally I wanted to run the half marathon, but unfortunately the spots went too fast for me to snag one. I can't believe 2,000 spots filled up that quickly. I'm excited though for my new goal and the anticipation of another race. Hopefully I will run a few more 5K's before May.
That's another thing....I've been searching around for more races to run this winter/spring, but it's Michigan and there's not many opportunities and races available. If anyone knows of any please let me know!
Another bright side to my week.....my classes have officially ended for the semester and all I have left are exams.... 2 in class exams, 1 take home, 1 online, and 1 paper. YAY! I just can't wait to go home for a while and spend time with my family, in my house, downtown Traverse City. Oh and of course Christmas!

Which reminds me of a few things I left off of my list this year that I wish I would have added......

• Jeans from American Eagle

    

• A Coffee and/or Espresso Machine- I drink a lot of coffee and would probably save quite a bit of money with my own. Even though I can't technically have one in my dorm, having one for my apartment next year would be ideal :)

• Running Book 

Just a few things I've thought of......but really isn't it all just about spending time with family and being grateful for the blessings you already have :)

Decisions!

I was planning on signing up for the Bayshore Marathon this spring in Traverse City. At first I was thinking I'd do the half marathon, but now I might do the 10K. I heard the spots were filling up fast and I need to make a decision sooner rather than later. I'm leaning more toward the 10K because it's A) Cheaper, B) I feel like it's a little more of a realistic goal, and C) my friend Sandy is running the 10K.

Hmmmmmm........decisions decisions

If anyone wants to check it out-----> bayshore......follow the link

Love and Other Drugs

Movie Day!

Corie and I decided to go see the movie Love and Other Drugs today. I've been dying to see this movie ever since I read about it in Jake Gyllenhaal's interview in Marie Claire this summer. Out of all the guys in Hollywood, Jake Gyllenhaal is probably my favorite. I love his acting, and come on those eyes and body are amazing! I'm a big Ann Hathaway fan as well and loved her in movies such as Princess Diaries, The Devil Wears Prada, and Rachel Getting Married. I've even seen Brokeback Mountain (for anyone who hasn't seen this....definite recommendation), the last movie the pair played opposite in (even though they didn't exactly work out in that one), and knew they'd make another great movie together. I can't find the specific article I read in Marie Claire but wish I could because Jake (I'd like to think we're on a first name basis) spills the details on how exactly Ann convinced him to do the movie.....lets just say it was way cute!



I'd heard mixed reviews on the film, but for me it was a definite win. The story line was good, actor's good, the brother was hilarious. I laughed, I cried. One note of caution....lots of nudity! Basically they're naked for half the film.....another thank you to Jake Gyllenhaal for his rockin' bod lol.

During the first 5 minutes of the movie....I don't even know if it was that long after the actual movie started.....Corie happened to knock over the bucket of popcorn so half of it ended up by our feet. Oh well....it gave us a good laugh. I also love the fact that movies here are only $5...... compared to the 8 or 9 dollars it is at home. Taking the bus wasn't bad either, we had to walk a bit to find the theater but not too far. Next time I want to take the bus and just go shopping there... DSW here i come!

Hope everyone else had a good day! Now if I could only find my phone charger :/

Another one down

I had another successful run today :) From now on I just hope to always run my first mile and keep adding on. I made it 11 laps this time before stopping to walk. That's a mile and two laps!

It went like this:

Mile 1:

• Laps 1-9 = RUN!

Mile 2:

• Laps 1-2 = Run (Remember I didn't stop between miles)
• Lap 3 = Walk
• Lap 4 = Run
• Lap 5 = Walk
• Lap 6 = Run
• Lap 7 = Walk
• Lap 8-9 = Run

Mile 3:

• Lap 1-2 = Walk
• Lap 3 = Run
• Lap 4 = Walk
• Lap 5-6 = Run
• Lap 7 = Walk
• Lap 8-9 = Run

Mile 4:

• 1-2 = Walk
• I only did two cool down laps.....I'll work up to a full 3 miles before I add the fourth mile

I took a quick water break after my second lap and before my last cool down laps. I really need to remember my water bottle from now on......I have a bad habit of always forgetting it. I took a nice long stretch before and after my workout today and it felt so nice. Hopefully, I prevented any soreness tomorrow, but I plan on doing some sort of cross training tomorrow anyway. I've started to do more crunches again.....trying to get back into at least 20 a day like I used to do. Gotta work toward my 6 pack I miss so dearly.