I used to be....

**Tina** · 10-06-2006, 05:29 AM

I'm just a newbie here, but I wanted to chime in since your story is so familiar and say way to go on the run!

I understand what you're going through. Long boring story, but I became physically unable to work out at all seriously for about 1 1/2-2 yrs. Though we'd go for hikes or ride our bikes, I'd pay for it afterward. Recently I decided I'm repaired enough to get my fat arse up and start moving again regularly. Well, the first couple early mornings were NOT easy, but I did it. Then I realized that not even a week into setting my alarm to get up, I was waking on my own - and even much earlier - because I couldn't wait to get outside! I think cherinyc is spot-on with her thoughts on endorphin effects.
Anyhoooo....have a SUPER ride tonight!

**Aggie_Ama** · 10-06-2006, 10:37 PM

Day 2

I did not make it to ride today. DH got home late and we didn't have enough daylight. Damn traffic for the UT-OU game doubled his commute. I was not going to use it as an excuse to be a lazy bum. I went to the fitness center and hit the treadmill. I ran 2.25 miles in 20:46. That is slow compared to the 3.5 miles I was doing in 30 minutes, but I know I must build my base back up. I am a little sore, but satisfied. Tomorrow we are definitely riding before hitting the LBS to do my SS shopping.

Thanks for all the cheering, it means so much to know I am not the only one to ever feel like this. I will climb out of the rut- one small workout at a time!

**Aggie_Ama** · 10-08-2006, 11:54 AM

I made it to ride yesterday. DH and I did a wonderful 18.37 mile loop. The hills were hard, but overall I was still able to maintain a good pace. I felt much more tired than I normally would on this route. We have decided to do a Metric 11/11, so I need to get back on the bike. My next ride will be Tuesday evening, I forgot how much I love cycling.

**runner2** · 10-08-2006, 12:38 PM

Originally Posted by emily_in_nc

Slowly but surely, over the course of the late winter, spring and summer, I started hiking and weight-lifting, then mountain biking, then trail running, road riding again, and even got in a few paddles (kayak) recently. I feel stronger than ever and am enjoying all the activities even more.
Emily

IT'S GOOD AND HAPPY TO KNOW YOU ARE BACK TO ROAD RIDING AGAIN!!!!!

**Tri Girl** · 10-08-2006, 01:03 PM

You're doing great, Amanda! Just hang in there, and you'll be back at it in no time.

Oh, and BTW, I'm glad that we don't have to deal with all the UT-OU crap this weekend. If the game ever comes up here, I'm moving. Yikes! It's bad enough that I live within earshot of OU, I can't imagine the mayhem down there. Sorry you have to deal with it!!! Sooner fans can be pretty obnoxious (but then again, I'm sure UT fans are just as bad). I'm glad it's over for you!

**Aggie_Ama** · 10-11-2006, 07:51 PM

UT fans are annoying when you are an Aggie and want to get home on Friday! I was fortunate to be home napping that afternoon.

So I took a break Sunday, was exhausted from taking my DH to doctor's appointments Monday and lazy last night. Tonight I wasn't going to sit at home. I went down to the fitness center at my apartment and pushed myself to 3.35 miles in 30 minutes. It was hard, but I am happy I did it. Tomorrow DH wants to ride- yippee!! It is supposed to be cool, I might have to break out the arm warmers.

**colby** · 10-11-2006, 08:01 PM

Great job, ladies.

Sometimes you just have to imagine your TE peloton is there with you... we're your virtual cheerleader!

**Bikingmomof3** · 10-12-2006, 04:52 AM

Amanda somehow I missed this thread. You are doing great! And you are not alone in working out. You can and will do it, we all will.

**Dogmama** · 10-17-2006, 04:15 AM

Don't listen to your head. There is a lazy fat person in there saying, "Hey, you can do this tomorrow. You had a hard day. Sit down, take it easy, you deserve it. Here, have some ice cream. You can work it off tomorrow."

Or- in my case as a morning exerciser - that person tells me - "Hey, you can go after work tonight. The gym will be mysteriously empty/the streets will be vacant and the sun won't be shining at that horrendous angle. You'll be invigorated after working nine hours straight and ready to hit it hard!"

I envision that person on my shoulder. I tell her to go back into her cave.

**Aggie_Ama** · 10-17-2006, 05:49 AM

Originally Posted by Dogmama

Don't listen to your head.

I envision that person on my shoulder. I tell her to go back into her cave.

That is great advice, until the voice in my head becomes my cheerleader! Lately I have had a great cheerleader on my shoulder. Sunday night she urged me to keep running even though it was humid and I felt every painful step. Last night she encouraged me to charge up a hill that is always my nemesis. I like her this week!

I felt myself slacking again towards the end of last week. I shoke it off Saturday and got back out there.

Sat- 15 mile ride
Sun- 20 minute run (oh it was awful)
Mon- 18 mile ride and I kicked the above hill's butt!! The hill isn't that big, it is just long and gradual. I often find my speed dropping from 16 mph to 9 mph on the hill. Last night I was able to keep my speed heading over the hill around 14 mph. I won last night.
Today- Rest
Tomorrow- 20-25 min run (I am committing myself to it in front of all TE)

I am back on WW to counter the weight and back in the right mind to conquer the activity. It is still hard and I have a lot of work to do before the Turkey Trot, but now I am determined.

**chickwhorips** · 10-17-2006, 07:29 AM

Originally Posted by Aggie_Ama

Tomorrow- 20-25 min run (I am committing myself to it in front of all TE)

and we will be waiting here for the report.

**Aggie_Ama** · 10-18-2006, 06:02 PM

I did it! A little bit longer than Sunday night, a little further. It was humid and still painful, but I did it. We are going to keep adding a little distance to each run. I forgot how hard it is to run when you aren't conditioned.

**Dogmama** · 10-19-2006, 03:55 AM

YAHOO!!! You go girl!!!

**Tri Girl** · 10-20-2006, 03:43 AM

Originally Posted by Aggie_Ama

I did it! A little bit longer than Sunday night, a little further. It was humid and still painful, but I did it. We are going to keep adding a little distance to each run. I forgot how hard it is to run when you aren't conditioned.

Good for you, Amanda! And, yup, I hate how hard it is to get back running fitness! You're doing a great job! Congrats!

**Aggie_Ama** · 10-20-2006, 08:28 AM

Originally Posted by Tri Girl

Good for you, Amanda! And, yup, I hate how hard it is to get back running fitness! You're doing a great job! Congrats!

Why is it so hard to get back running fitness? I have been riding this week and you wouldn't really know I have been off the bike for most of the last two months. The hills take more out of me, but my average speed is consistent.

Running on the other hand is so hard! I used to run 6-7 miles without walking, now I am struggling to go 20 minutes.

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