The Can I do it title taking on a new lease
So I did my Duathlon 1 week ago today. Actually this time last week I would have been in the middle of a 10km bike ride.
I got a bit complacent this week. I was tired and exhausted and lost all determination. I had written up my next 10week training programme but just couldn’t find motivation really to carry it on. I think my head was the thing holding me back.
5months of working towards my 1st Duathlon and in a matter of 2hours it was all over and nearly a distant memory. I had to find a renewed determination to get me to the next one. To add to the mix life here was starting to become a scheduled house again after 6weeks of taking it easy with the time. Suddenly we had places to be at early hours and needed to get so much into the morning before leaving.
Well on Tuesday I did go for a run and Wednesday was a day off and then 3 days of training. I also went back to the gym after 2 weeks off (1 week we were away and the next I was just focusing on the training and not over doing anything) I guess because of my exhaustion I relaxed in my eating too. I would start the day well but slowly the treats would be consumed as the day wore on. Also some late eating too.
I realised I better see what the scales said as still wanted to accomplish my goal of getting into the 70’s. Boy was I the biggest idiot. Exercising is not enough for me I have to do both healthy eating and exercise. I nearly cried and that wasn’t from the kick I gave myself. So for 2 days now I have been super diligent but the scales aren’t working in my favour and are just laughing at me.
So I am back on track with training and exercising and eating. Lets hope the next 21hours work for me and the scales smile in the morning.
Today I have had 2 waters, 1 glass OJ, 40g Light n Tasty and 1/2 cup milk. Also been on a 10km bike ride.
February 1, 2009 @ 1:41 pm
Ah yes, a few bad days eating quickly shows up on the scales but the fixing it takes a lot longer. I guess that’s what you have to remember
I don’t think you should be too hard on yourself for the few training sessions you’ve missed given there’s a few changes to sort of get used to. Though I’m sure you’ll have it all figured out now and you’ll be back on track with the exercise/eating regime.