A lot less fat!

Weight: 111 lbs (-141 total)

Yes, you read that correctly. I stepped on the scale THREE times this morning, and each time it read 111 lbs. I'll admit, I had a pretty good week, but that surpassed even my wildest expectations. Kathy seems to think it's the battery in the scale. I think its more of a product of hard work.

Since I don't seem to have an accurate reading today, I'll keep this on the brief side. Last Wednesday marked the one month till the Warrior Dash date. I have started eating healthier, and I have definitely ramped up my exercise. Last week I got to thy gym 3 times for weight lifting and cardio on the elliptical, and I also got out for two runs. This coming week I am planning on: gym on Monday, off Tuesday, gym Wednesday, run Thursday, off Friday, run Saturday.

In regards to running, I've hit a bit of a roadblock since my personal best two weeks ago. I haven't been able to duplicate that feat (in time) since then, but I feel like its been more of a mental hurdle than a physical hurdle. Maybe its the suddenly warmer/more humid weather. Maybe the increased pollen/allergies. Maybe I'm not drinking enough water (doubtful as I drink a ton of water)... Maybe it's a combination of all three. I just don't know. I'm very interested in how I'm going to do at the Jeremy Jedi 5K on June 1. My goal is to complete the run in under 30:00.

I'm really hoping to kind of round into better shape over the next month. Obviously I'm not going to lose 20 lbs, but I'm hopeful for another 5 or so, and I'm hoping to increase my strength and stamina. Right now I feel like I can do the Warrior Dash, but I don't necessarily feel like I could kick its ass or anything like that. I don't think I'll get there, but I am hoping to get to the point where I can do this dash and not just simply barely survive it.

And now for the business part of all this: if you are able, please support my cause. I signed up to try and raise funds by running this dash for the St. Jude's Children's hospital. Every little bit helps them do some great things.

https://waystohelp.stjude.org/sjVPortal/public/displayUserPage.do?userId=746301&programId=901&eventId=259854

Lastly, I am running the Jeremy Jedi 5K on Friday June 1. It's after work and is in Malvern. So if anyone from work wants to join me, I'd love to have the company. Check it out here:

http://jeremysjedi.org/