It's About to Get Real/ Let's Glow/ No New Shoes

 It's About to Get Real
 

 

I have been on my grind for a month now and I really need a push to get me over the food and foolery that Summer time brings.  My Summers are full of food, festivals, parties, road trips and celebrations.  After losing 40 pounds in 2012, I quickly lost my resolve and gained my weight back after my first girls night out.  I had a great time that night, but it definitely wasn't worth my dreams of great health and a 32 inch waist.
 

I was quite surprised to open an email at work about a new weight loss contest called Lose to Win.  It is company wide with a matching jackpot for all participants.  Let's just say that a jackpot like that is all the motivation I need at this moment.  The money will be split between the top five losers, plus several other prizes for the runner ups.  I, however, will be in the top five.  I refuse to lose. 

My plan: 1200 calorie diet, 1-2 workouts per day, 6-7 days a week, 8 cups water a day, and 1 green smoothie day a week.  I don't mind sharing because I know the secret to winning a weight loss contest is to not quit.  Being the last man standing with consistent weight loss will get you that prize.  Let the trash talk begin!

 

A 5k a Day Keeps the Pounds Away: Let's Glow

 

For a few weeks now, I have been walking three miles during my lunch hour.  Most days I don't feel like doing it, but I always feel awesome when I'm done.  It has prepared me for the races I signed up for this spring.  Plus if anything pops off in the evening and I can't get to the gym at five, I have already gotten in one workout. 
 

I finally tried my first Glow 5k and I had a B-A-L-L!!!  The Color and Glow Run was the best fun I've had in a minute.  We walked around Colonial Downs race track and around the horse stalls while people sprayed paint on us from designated paint zones.  We didn't worry about time and took photos at each stop.  After the 3 miles, we stayed for the dance party with a stage, DJ, and catwalk.  Something must've gone down in the past because we did notice that they were not trying to spray us "sistas".  O_o  Don't be scurred, we came to play! 
 

Yesterday's race was the Glow Run 5k at Richmond International Raceway, but it got rained out and canceled.  After this week of "rest", I am looking forward to getting back on my grind tomorrow.  I need to keep my mind right for the beginning of this weight loss contest.


   Keep on Walking: No New Shoes

The time has come to say goodbye to my beloved gym shoes.  I have apparently worn them way past their expiration date.  I have coupons but cannot decide what shoe to buy.  I don't think this was an issue when I didn't have all these bills and responsibilities.  Making the perfect choice is all too important when you are on a budget.  I think I will just step away from the PC and hit the stores in person.  All I know is, if I don't find something soon, my bare feet will be touching the pavement. 

Till next time...