Monday, Monday.

"Every other day, every other day
Every other day of the week is fine, yeah
But whenever monday comes, but whenever monday comes
You can find me cryin all of the time"

Mamas and the Pappas

Ok, so this is the week you step up your game! You get off the sidelines and get on with living life! Yes, it's Monday, but you've gotta start somewhere. So, stop feeling sorry for yourself, quit saying "I Can't!", and get in the game.

Oh, and in case you're still clinging to excuses, or just down and bummed. Here's a little motivation lifted from the Faith First Blog...ok, actually, I'll just redirect you there, and don't you dare not watch the video...NOW! DROP AND GIVE ME 20!

http://faithfirstfitness.com/blog/

Race Report - Girl Scout's Summit Fall Fest 5K

Well I ran a 5K this morning. My primary motivation was that it was being held at the Summit Towne Center, and we do business there, so I went to run and to see how well our staff did prepping the property.

After a warm up run around the property, I felt a little tight, but pretty good. Starting out, I decided to position myself in the back half of the lead pack and find a pace I was comfortable with.

It's late, so I'll cut to the chase. I ran a 20:56, a 6:46 pace. Finished 21st overall and 1st in my age group. I'm happy with my time. A 1:26 off my flat course PR, but better than my most often repeated 5K time of 21:30.

The 1st place in age sound impressive until you check the stats and see that no other runner in my age bracket crossed the line before the 28 minute mark.

Rushed from the race to the soccer field to watch the twins play the second half of their last soccer game. (Ok, 3 yr olds don't really play the game, but they get to be like their big brother).

Pizza for lunch and then Jared played his last game of the fall season. I was proud. He got one shot on goal that deflected off of the goalie's head and then made a nice pass to earn an assist when his team mate scored.

Wrapped up the night with tickets to the Monster Jam monster truck event. We had a blast. I broke out the 35mm SLR and lenses and snapped 72 pics. Hope they come out. On my short list of things to buy with a few tax refund dollars is a digital SLR that we'll work with my lenses.

Oh well, it's late. Time to wind down and grab some ZZZZZZs.

Why do you exercise?

As promised, I'd like your feedback on this one, and if you get a chance, ask a friend to chime in as well.

Why do you workout? or Why not? What is your motivation, your reason, your excuse, etc.

Perhaps you'll inspire someone else or find motivation yourself. I don't have any restrictions on who can post, so those of you who don't want yourself found out, just comment anonymously.

To kick this off, here's mine, after much deliberation and thought.

I workout for 3 reasons and the order of importance varies on any given day. 1) My health. Heart related diseases have claimed 3 of 4 grandparents and afflicted my mom (stroke) and my dad (heart attacks and bypass surgery)and 2 of my dad's brothers. Genetics aren't on my side. 2) Vanity. I like the way I look being fit. 3) Challenge. I like pushing and testing myself.

So there you have, an honest look at why I work out and run. Are you willing to share why you do or don't? Don't worry, I won't write any posts based on the responses. I'm just curious what motivates others and thought it might be fun to share our reasons.

Something to Post..When Nothing to Post

Ok, I've not put anything up for several days, because not much of anything new happening and I hadn't been on line, except to get some directions, since Thursday of last week.

I'm in a rut with my workouts, and it isn't a bad thing, I've been turning in consistent workouts with 30 to 35 minutes of running (3.5 to 4 miles each time) and then hitting the weights.

Work is going to be hectic for several days while I work to put our budget numbers into the new company's format and proof my regional operating budget. Arrrgggghhhh! Now to decide, up super early to workout and work, or stay late each day.....??? Don't they know I've got fitness training and they're getting in the way!!!

Got my #'s back from the Doc today and was happy to see my cholesterol #'s and a healthy triglycerides level. Yes the eating habits (which need to improve some) and exercise are staving off genetics and hopefully adding a little longer run time before curtain call on this play we call life.

Enough wasting your time. Check out Scotty's blog (see side bar) for a great post. He writes seldom, but writes well. This balances out my meaningless babble and keeps blogdom balanced.
Also check out the Faith First Fitness Blog (again, see side bar) if you're looking for a simple word or excel workout log.

Lastly, my next post will be one that I want interaction on, so be prepared to comment. Don't worry, it won't be about politics.