#black fitblr
1.31.21
Kudos Apple.
This is the first time I’ve seen a challenge related to black history month. I welcome it with open arms. I need all the motivation I can find these days
1.8.21
Oh don’t mind me over here…just started the new year off like a BOSS
Taking it one day at a time.
12.16.20
So after sleeping in the past two days and feeling really annoyed with the fact that it rained ALL day, I decided to get a workout in before bed. And somehow I forgot that a free trial of apple fitness+ came with my new watch.
Omg…I literally just danced for almost an hour. I’m sweaty and a bit sore. But I would still be dancing if I didn’t have to get some sleep . Definitely not the same chick that had to be dragged off the dance floor in college lol but her spirit is still there.
I think I found something I can stick to in the winter when it gets real gnarly outside.
11.11.20
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Just allow me to vent for a second….
I’ve noticed that the amount of folks in the gym has increased over time in the 7am hour during the week. And because of that, I have visited less since the numbers are going up. But today I went to get a good walk in since it rained last night. I went in the cinema room on a treadmill. Fans going, maybe four people including me well spaced out. And then this dude comes in and takes the treadmill directly to my left. And I’m annoyed. Because there was a sign on the machine saying not to use it and it was ignored. This is why the virus is still spreading. Just blatant disregard for the simple rules to keep people safe. Like I was at the tail end of my workout and I put my mask on for my cool down. But WTF
Other than that…just another day for me. Maintaining consistency is the focus going into the winter. Might look into buying a mask I can feel comfortable working out in. Drop any suggestions if you have any
11.4.20
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Exactly what I needed after a stressful night. I did not sleep well. Getting these miles in helped to relax my nerves. Now I’m ready to start my day…and all the meetings and kid questions that come with it
10.27.20
I have to pat myself on the back here. This year has sucked ass for SO MANY reasons. But this is magical. I’m so happy with what I’ve done this year.
Blasted by my #35miles #timestwo goal! And then my October challenge!
Pish tosh you say….that’s nothing big.
It is to me! I’ve done Apple challenges since 2018 and only managed to complete four that year and four in 2019. I doubled that this year! And the year isn’t over!
Listen, I’m working from home (which sucks, I miss my cubicle) and supporting four kids virtual learning. I feel like I’m failing at both, daily. And I needed a win.
This is my win.
Damn that feels good
Just some of my recent nature pics. It’s raining and I need some sun ☀️
10.25.20
Nope, didn’t get to walk on Friday. The day got away from me. But I made up for it yesterday and today. So close to my goal and will surpass it this week.
Side note: this waist trainer is lovely. My core feels super supported on my walks and I know my posture has improved too. And yeah, I’ve lost some inches off my waist but I’ve been kicking ass since July. Just one more positive thing….not the only one ☺️.
Ooohhh! I got the new Apple Watch SE! I loooooove it! I had my series one (yes ONE) since 2017 and it helped kickstart my fitness journey after baby#4. It was time for an upgrade. I think I’ve earned it.
10.23.20
Gosh darnit
I’m not deaf. I had been awake for awhile before getting ready for my morning walk. It wasn’t until I opened my front door that I found out this damn garbage truck was on fire out front right next to our cars. Like, the whole cab was in flames. Didn’t even hear the fire truck come up. But they were there.
We watched them put it out from my son’s room upstairs. I had woke everyone up anticipating that this thing was gonna blow and had to get them to the back room. Thankfully that didn’t happen but of course I get the side eye from everyone for waking them up so early.
As my grandma would say, the devil is out here doing his work today. I’m gonna get this walk in somehow
10.19.20
Active family outings for the win!
Apple picking in Charlottesville
We must have walked a couple miles this afternoon lol
10.19.20
It’s Monday…again. So hard to wake up and be motivated when the sun isn’t even out yet. The fog was really thick today so I decided to go indoors. And two thirds of the way in, this strong urge came over me to stop. It was weird for me because I didn’t feel pain or discomfort. No overwhelming exhaustion. I was like wtf?!
I think I hit a mental wall….sorta. Which I’ve experienced before, but not in the middle of a workout. Okay, wall acknowledged. I took it down a smidge (was working on hills) but kept my speed. Definitely not stopping. Fuck the wall. I have a goal to hit.
10.18.20
Another day in the books. And much needed after a hard leg day in the gym yesterday. A long walk feels so good on these sore muscles. Learned a while ago, when I’m sore, it doesn’t mean stop. Gotta keep moving…active rest ☺️
10.15.20
See something missing here?
I walked out of my house today without my Apple Watch on. ♂️ I was so mad at myself and was ready to turn around and go home!!
Then I remembered that my body keeps score, whether I wear the watch or not. And I walked the same path I did the day before and logged those damn miles. They counted!!
Also, I live 15 min away (by car) from the park I love to walk in. And that’s just too much time wasted in my busy schedule. ♀️
10.12.20
An awesome way to start the week. Round one down. On to round two.
10.11.20
Almost forgot to post my progress. Close to racking up my first 35. Then working on #times two. Time to start a new week
10.10.20
Obviously I put in some work indoors on this rainy Saturday. A little water ain’t gonna stop me
10.9.20
I posted this morning but it didn’t load
Took Wednesday off for strength training. Hit the trail again yesterday and today. Getting close to the first milestone
10.6.20
Continuing to chip away at my goal. Another beautiful sunrise. Quick reflection…I must have been the only one walking without a coat, hat, or gloves.
I mean it was 48 degrees out but that’s not cold. Right? Maybe I have thicker skin from all the NYC winters I braved in childhood. Maybe.
10.5.20
Fifteen miles down!
Early morning walks are my favorite. Love seeing the sun through the trees.
10.4.20
Short walk today but every step counts!!!
