EZ8’s August 31, 2007
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I have a new temptation. The “EZ8″.
In order to jump start exercising, 3 years ago I started participating in the Eastside Adventure Bootcamp for Women. This bootcamp incorporates cardio and strength training at 5:30am in one of Snoqualmie’s most beautiful parks. The gal who runs it, Kimbrough, has an infectious enthusiasm that makes the early morning workout not only bearable but fun. About a year ago I stopped going, opting for a heavier strength training regiment my local gym can provide.
Kimbrough will soon be offering a program called the “EZ8″. The goal of this is to be able to run an 8-minute mile EASILY. I like this. I don’t think I’ve ever run a mile in less than 10 minutes. I might just have to do this. My only problem is that will be held in the evenings at 6:30pm on M/W/Th. I’m not sure I can find someone to watch the kids then. But man, I would love to say I run an 8-minute mile.
I have a job interview next Wednesday. It’s with a local non-profit organization called Encompass. I’m discovering that I’m a little bit nervous! It’s a part-time position helping with their event planning for their two annual fundraisers. I have a few friends that work there, so the chance to earn a little money while working with some fantastic people is a huge draw. Besides, I need to support my horse habit!
Speaking of which, no work with Ray today. Instead I let him recover from the fly spray incident (actually the girls and I went to a birthday party today at a local zoo). Tomorrow he won’t get off so easy. We’re going to continue our work at the mounting block, and then transfer that to under saddle. We may not get beyond a walk, but the emphasis will be on softness, suppleness, and relaxation. I think this horse needs yoga more than I do. :-) And I will have the Polar tomorrow so I can start comparing calories burned with the Garmin. After Ray and I get back to our “normal” riding schedule, I’m going to implement the plan outlined by Brad and see what my calorie count is when I do ride. Jeff will be reminded once again that I never forget a challenge…
The diet lifestyle change went “so-so” today. I had some birthday cake and ice cream today (small 4-year-old portion after Samantha ate the frosting) but kept snacks down to just a banana & raw almonds. My meals were all very reasonable: Kashi for breakfast, 1/4 dry roast beef sandwich on whole wheat, and a 270 calorie frozen entree for dinner. I’m looking forward to my “metrics” on Sunday.
Comments
hey good luck w/ the job interview!
and your diet is going great! don’t beat yourself up over a piece of cake!