[Fitness, Health and Happiness]

Holiday Bootie Buster Challenge || Week 1 Review

Before I get to week 1 of HBBC, I started a new running club yesterday and while in the store I saw this quote. I loved it and immediately thought of the joy of simply running because you can.

Week 1 was all about the points! Nothing like a little friendly competition to keep you motivated.

Review Week 1: Being off from work for the holiday and a little more flexibility with time made it relatively easy to accomplish my workout goals for the first week. Nutrition goals? Not perfect but not derailed by the holiday either. Other than a candy cane truffle from Godiva in the mall I wasn't really tempted by sweets/desserts. We'll see how long that lasts :) The best part...I ate what I wanted and didn't have even one moment of guilt!

One thing I noticed this week was how I felt after eating more carbs that I typically would. Kind of sluggish and not a lot of energy. 

Week 2 Goals 

 Workouts

• strength training - 3 days
• running - 4 days
• kenpo - 2 days
• abs - 4 days
• stretch - 2 days

Nutrition

• Shakeology smoothie - 7 days
• vitamins - 7 days
• stick to the weekly plan everyday! (you can see an example of my weekly clean eating menu here Commitment to Health and Fitness) 
• more water (I noticed a few times during the week that I didn't feel like I was drinking enough water)

How did week 1 go for you? Are sweets your biggest temptation during the holidays? 

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Now the link-up

How to Particpate

1. Follow me, the host, at [Fitness, Health & Happiness] on Google Friend Connect in the sidebar and leave a comment. 

2. Create a HBBC blog post.  

3. Using InLinkz below link directly to your HBBC post. Post URL only please.

4. Visit and comment as many other blogs as you wish.

5. There will be a new link up every week.

If you're new to link ups here is an example to give you an idea of how it all works Fitness Friday Blog Hop. Contact me if you have any questions using the "Contact Jill" in the menu bar above. 

 

 

One Little Word Blog Hop || September and October

One Little Word | Embrace [who I am]

One little word can have a big impact on your life. A journey shared.

A glimpse of One Little Word 2011. September. October.

September || Choose A Battle

One Little Word Captured || September

September's prompt was choosing a battle and choosing to surrender. My battle is to stop letting what I didn't do negate my accomplishments. See the progress! See the success! My surrender is to accept that I can't control everything and to not interpret that as giving up.

October || Capturing Progress and Becoming the Person I Was Meant To Be

One Little Word Captured || October

October's prompt was to capture the essence of your word with photos. Images that represent your journey. I've been doing this weekly so I narrowed the focus of the 9 images for October to how I've come this far. What are the things that have attributed to my success and are a part of who I am today.

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Relax, put your feet up and visit the blog hop blogs for a glimpse of the journeys of One Little Word 2011.

If you started here, at my blog, and want to start from the beginning, go to Margie's blog at http://xnomads.typepad.com/blog.

Thank you for visiting. Look for the November OLW Blog Hop on December 1.

Link to the past 10 months of my OLW journey - One Little Word Captured

Here is a complete list of blogs participating in todays blog hop! (Note: the blog hop will go live by all participants no later than 8 AM PST (Pacific Standard Time). Allow for adjustments in time zones.

Margie      http://xnomads.typepad.com/

Julie Ann  http://julieannshahin2.blogspot.com

Lisa          http://backtoallen.com/writers_blog

Sam          http://learncreatedo.wordpress.com

Jenn         http://studiojenn.blogspot.com

Cheri        http://cheriandrews.blogspot.com

Jan           http://mysimplelittlelife.typepad.com

Debra       http://blakleyhomeplace.blogspot.com

Nikki        http://www.inkyart.com.au

Monica      http://questtoperfectimperfection.blogspot.com

Rebekah   http://istampscrapcraft.blogspot.com

Lynn         http://crafty-creativity.blogspot.com

Amanda    http://scrappnbee.blogspot.com

Jill           http://jillconyers.typepad.com/ -----------> YOUR ARE HERE 

 

One Little Word Blog Hop || August

One Little Word | Embrace [who I am]

One little word can have a big impact on your life. A journey shared.

A glimpse of One Little Word 2011. August.

August turned out to be the month that put my OLW progress to the test. Embracing who I am was challenged by life not working out according to my plans. Training schedule interruptions. The busyness of back to school. Returning to school routines.

I found that I easily slipped back into the [bad] habit of wanting things to be perfect and feeling frustrated when they weren't. It was too much imperfection at one time. But, this time, there was a difference. This time I realized what I was doing to myself AND I made a conscious effort to stop the irrational thinking. What seemed to help the most was when I was being hard on myself I tried to remember how I feel after a workout or run. Confident. Strong. Happily exhausted. At peace. Remember I'm the same person in this picture whether I'm running/working out or not.

So, relax, put your feet up and visit the blog hop blogs for a glimpse of the journeys of One Little Word 2011.

If you started here, at my blog, and want to start from the beginning, go to Margie's blog at http://xnomads.typepad.com/blog.

Your next stop on the OLW Blog Hop is Cheri at http://cheriandrews.blogspot.com/

Thank you for visiting. Look for the September OLW Blog Hop on October 1.

Link to the past 7 months of my OLW journey - One Little Word Captured

Here is a complete list of blogs participating in todays blog hop! (Note: the blog hop will go live by all participants no later than 8 AM PST (Pacific Standard Time). Allow for adjustments in time zones.

Margie               http://xnomads.typepad.com/blog    
Monica B            http://questtoperfectimperfection.blogspot.com/
Julie Ann           http://julieannshahin2.blogspot.com
Jill                    http://jillconyers.typepad.com/ <-------------- YOU ARE HERE
Cheri                 http://cheriandrews.blogspot.com
Melissa              http://blog.mshanhun.com
Kathryn             http://www.katlodesigns.com
Amanda            http://scrappnbee.blogspot.com
Sam                  http://learncreatedo.wordpress.com/
Chrissy              http://getcraftywithchrissy.blogspot.com/
Lynn                 www.crafty-creativity.blogspot.com
Lisa                  http://backtoallen.com/writers_blog
Jen                   http://byjen.com
Nikki                 http://www.inkyart.com.au/
Cassie                http://craftycassiescorner.blogspot.com/
Jamie                http://jmpgirl.blogspot.com
Cindy                 http://seriousplay.typepad.com

 

 

Running at 5:30 AM

 

• In case you were wondering. It's still dark at 5:20 a.m.
• I'm up anyway so why not.
• It's not likely I'm going to be able to convince many people to meet with me. Thankfully I have Chad and Jennifer.
• Reviewing the route or anything for that matter requires the trunk light.
• Glad Chad remebered the reflective vest.
• The first half of the 13+ miles was a delight.
• The sunrise was beautiful. Totally worth getting up for.
• The birds signaling the start of a new day made me smile.
• The second half of the 13+ was hot and humid. 
• By 8:30 you've run, showered and dressed. Most people are just waking up.
• Running time does not compete with kids/family time.
• According to the training plan this was supposed to be 12 miles. Chad and Jennifer stopped and waited for me to add the 1+ mile for Hotter Than Hades. Continuing was tough!

Conclusion: The benefits of running before sunrise out weigh the negatives.

Hotter Than Hades Virtual Half #3

What is the earliest you've ever started a run? How did it go? When is your favorite running/workout time?

One Little Word Blog Hop || July

One Little Word | Embrace [who I am]

One little word can have a big impact on your life. A journey shared.

A glimpse of One Little Word 2011. July.

The prompt for July was to create a personal playlist. Meaningful music that connects to your word. I've been doing this for the past 7 months and consistently come back to these 7 songs. My One Little Word playlist (Note: Last minute change to my plans for creating this as a hybrid project. This will give you a general idea of how it will look in the album):

Thoughts of A Runner

• Despite having the most supportive family ever, I'm currently suffering from runner's guilt. A condition commonly associated with marathon training.
• I need to incorporate speed workouts into my existing training plan. [KEY: Without adding an additional running day!]

• I want to start a local group for Moms Run This Town. I'm running anyway and it will be a fun way to meet new people. Still waiting to find out the details of starting a group.
• I own about 2 dozen Nike running shorts and, except for the Nike running skirt and a recently purchased Asics running short, that is all I've ever run in. I'm ready for a change.
• My next virtual race is Hotter Than Hades Virtual Half Marathon. Cool!
• Lately, when I run I crave cold watermelon and/or grapes.
• I've run more trail races this year than ever before.

• I love the concept, "strong is the new skinny". I wish I could find a t-shirt.

• My next real-life race is Bob Ronker's 2011 Dirt Days Series, East Fork Lake Backpack Trail Race.

Runner or not what's on your mind this morning/today? 

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Come back tomorrow and link-up for Fitness Friday! A weekly blog hop for blogs that focus on overall fitness and health. A way to meet new friends, find new blogs and get new followers, subscribers and readers. Click Fitness Friday Blog Hop for more details.

Inspiration

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Remember to come back tomorrow to link up for Fitness Friday, a weekly blog hop for blogs that focus on overall fitness and health. Check out the blog hop even if you don't blog about health and fitness. It's a great resource for information, tips, humor and motivation. Details can be found here - Fitness Friday Blog Hop.

One Little Word Blog Hop || June

One Little Word | Embrace [who I am]

One little word can have a big impact on your life. A journey shared.

A glimpse of One Little Word 2011. June.

"Get Out Of Your Head" (I had to laugh when Ali said this in the June video.
I thought to myself, how do I do that?)

 

One Little Word Captured

52 Week Project (self-portraits)

June. I started training for the Chicago Marathon, kids are home for summer break, summer school, cheer practice, sleepovers and just life in general. It's been great! Yes, June was a busy month but my OLW, Embrace [how I am], continues to be a focus. Even if it's not in the forefront of my mind, it's not forgotten. I'm keeping up with my One Little Word Captured photography challenge and weekly self portrait challenge, 52 Week Project. Happy about the sustainability of both of these. And lastly, I'm noticing change. I'm seeing progress. I'm not sure of the whats, whys or hows, but I'm a different person.

So, relax, grab a favorite beverage and visit the blog hop blogs for a glimpse of One Little Word 2011.

If you started here, at my blog, and want to start from the beginning, go to Margie's blog at http://xnomads.typepad.com/blog.

Your next stop on the OLW Blog Hop is Jamie at http://jmpgirl.blogspot.com/.  

Thank you for visiting. Look for the July OLW Blog Hop on August 1.

Here is a complete list of blogs participating in todays blog hop! (Note: the blog hop will go live by all participants no later than 8 AM PST (Pacific Standard Time). Allow for adjustments in time zones.

1. Margie  http://xnomads.typepad.com/blog    
2. Rebekah http://istampscrapcraft.blogspot.com/
3. Kelly http://kellyxenos.typepad.com/
4. Julie Ann julieannshahin2.blogspot.com
5. Jill http://jillconyers.typepad.com/<----- YOU ARE HERE
6. Jamie http://jmpgirl.blogspot.com/
7. Cherie http://cheriandrews.blogspot.com
8. Nikki http://www.inkyart.com.au/
9. Amanda http://scrappnbee.blogspot.com
10. Melissa S http://blog.mshanhun.com
11. Monica B http://questtoperfectimperfection.blogspot.com/
12. Lisa A http://backtoallen.com/writers_blog/
13. Sam http://learncreatedo.wordpress.com/
14. Karen womenontractors.blogspot.com
15. Lynn www.crafty-creativity.blogspot.com
16. Jenn www.studiojenn.blogspot.com
17. Kathryn http://www.katlodesigns.com.au/
18. Cindy http://seriousplay.typepad.com

Guest Post || 52 Week Project Self-Portrait Challenge

Visit 52 Week Project for my next self-portrait challenge. 

Even if you're not a 52 Week participant give the challenge a try. The details are here 52 Week Project.

This week's challenge...Celebrate Who You Are

1. I AM BEAUTIFUL - Jill (1), 2. i am strong., 3. Untitled, 4. I am beautiful, 5. The I am Beautiful Project, 6. i am beautiful, 7. i_am_enough, 8. 43 :: 52, 9. I Am Beautiful Project

For more information visit Kim at 52 Week Project Self Portrait Challenge. Challenge details will be posted around 9:00 a.m.

One Little Word Blog Hop || May

One Little Word | Embrace [who I am]

One little word can have a big impact on your life. A journey shared.

A glimpse of One Little Word 2011. April.

This month's OLW class inspiration focused on documentation of ideas, tasks, missions and "word" stuff to accomplish this year. A to-do list of sorts. A deliberate approach to accomplishing certain tasks. As an avid list maker this made so much sense to me. A plan.

My tasks:

1. Continue weekly self portraits with minimal Photoshop editing. Observation: notice that so far very few of your self portraits actually show your face.
2. When you look in the mirror notice the positive. Comment: If you feel the need to to see the negative in your reflection at least acknowledge the positives first.
3. Research vulnerability and the role it plays in my life.
4. Develop a better understanding of guilt and how it fits into the grand scheme of my personal journey. Comment: Remember the 5/26/11 reality check Alec and Alyssa gave you and rightfully so.
5. Read 2 of Brene Brown's books again. Observation: a different perspective compared to 5 months ago.

I will probably be using this prompt (inspiration) several times throughout the rest of the year. 

I continue to document my word with a weekly photo (One Little Word | Captured) and a weekly self portrait (52 Week Project). Photos are being printed as we speak so for now I'll share 3 of my favorites from the month of May...

One Little Word Captured Week 19

 A running shoe ad hanging in one of my favorite running stores. Personalized with word art. Perfect.

and 52 Week Project Week 19

Chad and I ran a 10.3 mile trail race. The thick slippery mud and fallen trees made this one of the hardest races I've ever run. It was awesome!

And last but not least. My latest for One Little Word Captured was a "Photo Coming Soon" post. This is the photo. Week 21 captured seeing first hand the devastation in Joplin, MO. My in-laws live in Joplin and without hesitation we went to help. An experience I will never forget. Repeatedly I kept wondering...how does an entire city begin to recover? And after several days of thought...faith and one day at a time.

If you started here, at my blog, and want to start from the beginning, go to Margie's blog at http://xnomads.typepad.com/blog.

Your next stop on the OLW Blog Hop is Amanda at http://scrappnbee.blogspot.com.  

Thank you for visiting. Look for the June OLW Blog Hop on July 1.

Here is a complete list of blogs participating in todays blog hop! (Note: the blog hop will go live by all participants no later than 8 AM PST (Pacific Standard Time). Allow for adjustments in time zones.

1. Margie http://xnomads.typepad.com/blog
2. Jamie http://jmpgirl.blogspot.com/
3. Cherie http://cheriandrews.blogspot.com
4. Jill http://jillconyers.typepad.com/ <----- YOUR ARE HERE
5. Amanda http://scrappnbee.blogspot.com
6. Lynn W www.crafty-creativity.blogspot.com
7. Rebekah http://istampscrapcraft.blogspot.com/
8. Melissa S http://blog.mshanhun.com
9. Lisa A http://backtoallen.com/writers_blog/
10. Sam http://learncreatedo.wordpress.com/
11. Jenn www.studiojenn.blogspot.com
12. Junelle http://yesandamenblog.blogspot.com/
13. Jen S www.byjen.com 
14. Monica B2 http://questtoperfectimperfection.blogspot.com/
15. Cindy http://seriousplay.typepad.com
16. Nikki www.inkyart.com.au
17. Karen D http://womenontractors.blogspot.com