Inspiration

Yes, it's 31* F here in southeast Texas and everythig has shutdown. It is true that Southeast Texas weather changes every 5 minutes. We have now froze over twice in 5 days and this time it may last for two days. We have been out I work/out of school for two days, which we have to make up - yay (sarcasm). 

However, I have not let this inclement weather demolish my workout plans. My husband has been an inspiration. He got up before work today and drove me to Baytown to workout at the gym in the big four wheel drive Ford (due to frozen roads). 

I figured I can't be mad at myself for my body if I don't start working hard myself. I managed 3.75 miles yesterday on the treadmill. Today I'm going to get on the elliptical, the bike, and do a hard core ab/back workout with some legs. I will start feeling more confident in my body in the summertime. 

Half Marathon

I am headed into Week 2 of my half marathon training; I'm feeling pretty good. Tonight I managed 4 miles in 45 minutes which isn't my best time, but I was not winded and was able to maintain a heart rate of 151. I was pretty impressed with myself.

Upon getting a better pace, my sleep habits have been better. No real insomnia at night and it's a much better sleep. I have started my vitamin D supplements again. I read an article that said lack of vitamin D could lead to insomnia. I had no clue they were linked. 

Anyways, I'm impressed with my ambition I was sure it wouldn't last to the second week. If I last 4 weeks, I have promised myself a new watch. The Garmin Forerunner 220. It's a dream :-)

The half marathon I have my eye on is set for April 6th. I think if I can stick to it I will reach my goal!