Well, I added a countdown timer to my sidebar over there --> and now any time I log on here to read your blogs I see “44 days, 18 hours” and have a total panic attack. In 44 days I am supposed to RUN A HALF MARATHON. Ieee! That’s a little over 6 weeks away, and though I am not dieting (still!) I am working on a plan to train my little arse off for the next 6 weeks. More on that when I figure it out.
In other news, my week has been full of celebrating Lia’s fabulous new job (work from home? Triple her salary? Yes, please!) and stressing out over my next school deadline which is two weeks away. My routine has gotten a bit out of whack, which meant that last night’s run didn’t happen, and that left me feeling nervous and irritable this morning. When my life gets out of control that way I freeze up and start obsessively planning, which is why I think I’ve got my training plan on the brain this morning. At heart I’m a lazy thing – much happier to lay on the chaise and read a book than clean the house or run errands – but when I do that I get even more behind than I was to begin with which just stresses me out more. I have one of those despair.com magnets on my fridge at home, that says: Procrastination – Hard work often pays off over time, but laziness always pays off now. That’s so beautifully snarky it makes me want to go … take a nap.
I’ve been writing this, and have come to realize that a lot of what is causing me anxiety today is the prospect of seeing Lia’s ex next month. She’ll be coming through town to give a reading (she’s a very famous writer) and I think deep down I want to boost my self-esteem by making sure I look fabulous. But that goes against my hard-earned “not dieting” approach. Logically I know I’m being ridiculous. For one thing (not to put too fine a point on it *g*) I’m about ten times more attractive that The Ex. I mean, I might be overweight but I’d be lying if I didn’t admit that I was nevertheless pretty nice looking, but did I mention the whole “famous writer” thing? Yeah. And of course under the “I’d like to look so good I make her sick” thing is a desire to feel good about myself no matter what *size* I am. If I’m not fitting into the size 14s comfortably by then, well, who cares? ... Me! Me!
Along with my running I’m hoping to throw some other active things into my weekly routine this spring. I’m going to hose off the bike, for example, or maybe go for a hike once a week while the weather is nice. I’m a bit scared of hiking – I admit it – does one have to take water and all that jazz? Advice, please!
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Re: Hiking -- where do you want to hike and for how long? If you know the area (i.e. aren't going to get lost) and are only hiking for a couple of miles (and the weather's not hot) then I think you're fine w/o water.
I would discourage going solo tho. Is that your only option?
If you are hiking in an area that you could get lost in, I'd take your phone and some water and (super butch over here but) a multi-tool or at least a pocket knife.
Best advice -- good socks.
Hydrate while hiking like you do when you're running... bring water as well as gatorade (or electrolyte drink of your choice) , snacks, and maybe even power gels to take every 45 minutes or so. But definitely stay hydrated. And beck's advice about good socks is waaaaay true, and while your down there, make sure your shoes fit well and use inserts if you need 'em! Happy trails!
I used to loathe hiking - but then I hiked the Inca Trail in Peru a couple of summers ago...and my mind was changed forever.
Some gatorade, good shoes, very light backpack, sunhat, mosquito guard, and sunscreen. Oh, and maybe a power bar or two...and you're set!
Most of my hiking experience is on well marked trails maintained by the cities and counties of my area, so it's really a non-issue. Always bring water, though! That's a must. As for your famous writer, dude, you are TOTALLY famous right here. In a pinch, challenge her to a foot race and then print out your blog so you can carry it around; refer to it often as "your current manuscript". Most of all, remember who will go home with Lia. It's all good!
You can so do that half marathon! Just keep up with the running...
About hiking, what Beck & Rock said. You definitely need to take liquids, no question about that. Snacks are always a bonus.
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