While on the treadmill tonight, I was trying to think of something for next month's torture...uh, challenge. Here's an idea, tell me if you think it's a good one.
On January 28, record the number of miles you've put in. Then, by February 28, the challenge is to put in at least 5 more miles than you had on January 28. ??? How's that sound for those of us who tried the challenge this month? So when January is over, it's over, new challenge begins. C'est la vie; c'est la guerre. Right?
Let me know your mileage on January 28 and I'll log them in here for you if you want.
Now, how to challenge anyone new? By February 28, you need to log in 84 miles. That's 3 miles per day, which is actually pretty doable and easier than the 100-mile challenge. But we won't scare you away, because frankly, the 100-mile challenge wasn't unreachable, but it wasn't exactly easy either.
As tired as I was tonight, I got myself on the treadmill and I watched the people that inspire me: The contestants on the Biggest Loser. I love that show. And again, as tired as I was, I know that it was mostly mental fatigue and not so much physical fatigue. Every time that I could give someone a very evil look for suggesting exercise because of my mental state, I am always grateful to have exercised. It totally changes my outlook and attitude. (I'll be a lot happier when it's time to be outside, though!)
Bottom line: 24 - 3 = 21 miles to go. (That sounds really good to me!)
On January 28, record the number of miles you've put in. Then, by February 28, the challenge is to put in at least 5 more miles than you had on January 28. ??? How's that sound for those of us who tried the challenge this month? So when January is over, it's over, new challenge begins. C'est la vie; c'est la guerre. Right?
Let me know your mileage on January 28 and I'll log them in here for you if you want.
Now, how to challenge anyone new? By February 28, you need to log in 84 miles. That's 3 miles per day, which is actually pretty doable and easier than the 100-mile challenge. But we won't scare you away, because frankly, the 100-mile challenge wasn't unreachable, but it wasn't exactly easy either.
As tired as I was tonight, I got myself on the treadmill and I watched the people that inspire me: The contestants on the Biggest Loser. I love that show. And again, as tired as I was, I know that it was mostly mental fatigue and not so much physical fatigue. Every time that I could give someone a very evil look for suggesting exercise because of my mental state, I am always grateful to have exercised. It totally changes my outlook and attitude. (I'll be a lot happier when it's time to be outside, though!)
Bottom line: 24 - 3 = 21 miles to go. (That sounds really good to me!)
Love the idea for February... It is true that 100 miles is reachable but harder then I thought. I am at 21 miles to go and it can be accomplished!
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Maureen -- it was harder than I thought, too. Hey, we're nose to nose on the 21 to go. Wooo hooo for all of us!
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