I was so looking forward to the weather cooling off so I could workout on my lunch break. It has cooled off but, my motivation has taken a nose dive. I'm happy if I get to go out for a two mile walk. Most the time I will find errands to run so I don't even bother with working out. The weekends are a little better. I'm going out for walks while pushing my son in the stroller and I get exercise from chasing him around the playground at the park.
I tried running last week and I was super uncomfortable less than a quarter mile in. I just felt so much pressure on my bladder and the last thing I want to do is piss my pants while out on a run.
This is usually my favorite time of year when it comes to running. There are tons of races and the weather is perfect. I feel kind of left out. Earlier this year I was invited to be part of a fast Ragnar team for the Las Vegas Ragnar race. I had to give up my spot when I found out I was pregnant. To be honest I'm not a real big fan of Ragnar. The idea of spending 24 hours in a smelly van and running doesn't sound fun to me. I was super jealous though when I found out that the team I was going to be on won their division.
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I'm going to take the plunge next year and I'm finally going to buy a Garmin. I'm happy that they have made a watch cheap enough to meet my price point. $129.99 is just about affordable for me. I think having a new fancy running watch will light a fire under my ass to get me motivated to run.
That Garmin actually looks like a decent size rather than the bulky and awkward 305 and 405 series.
ReplyDeleteOh! A fancy watch, indeed! I cannot buy one because the numbers would begin to rule my workouts. I am happy that you're listening to your body. Walking is fabulous and refreshing. February can't come soon enough for you, I am certain! xoxo
ReplyDeletePS: Does sweat collect onto the watch, causing a distasteful odour? Or can it be cleaned? I'm sure that Garmin's thought of these items, but I am curious.
ReplyDeleteThat is a nice watch, Dolly. It has the essentials including GPS in a compact package.
ReplyDeleteI have not heard of the Las Vegas Ragnar race but I imagine the Reno-Tahoe Odyssey Relay Run is like it. The van does get smelly but what I remember most is the camaraderie and adrenaline rush from the event (you need it to get through sleep deprivation while pushing yourself). It was so much fun and I hope to do it again this year! Congrats to your team. Maybe you will give it a try next year.