I’ve lost 2 inches from my waist, as well as around 3% body fat, landing me at 30.5 inches and 21.3 BMI. I’ve been running regularly, and sticking at around 11 minutes for a mile. That’s funny, I just remembered I once (in my glory high school days) struggled for a 14 minute mile. Huh. I guess I’m doing pretty well, then. Still, there is room for improvement, and I haven’t hit my goals yet. I need to lose 2.5 inches and 4% body fat. Yes, I know that’s gonna land me in the “under weight” category, but 17% is the upper end of the athlete range for women. 28 is my waist goal because that’s what I used to be. Really, I wonder if I could hit 26 inches, but we’re gonna aim for 28 for now.
As for my running goals, I’m trying for an approximately 24 minute 5k, which will be 8 minute miles. I’ve laid out a plan to get me there, and it’s flexible…however, the flexibility means I don’t know how long until I reach my goal. Still, I’m pleased. I can get there, I know. Oh, I didn’t mention my “reward” for when I get there. Cathal and I will be starting Parkour once I can do a 24 minute 5k, or at least an 8 minute mile without dropping dead. (aka I gotta be able to do a few miles, but they don’t ALL have to hit a perfect 8 minute mile time.) I’m super excited for Parkour!
Also, I’ve been studying Trigonometry for the fall, when I will be taking the class online. I expect to finish the book I got from the library by then. This will be extremely helpful since I won’t have a teacher actually in front of me to teach it right. I’ll already know the material and hopefully won’t need to spend much time on the class so I can focus on my classroom classes.
So there you have it. I’m slowly but steadily gaining ground. Things are getting better. I’m rising up…Forever Phoenix!
