This was my recovery week. It seemed like it lasted forever. As much as I wanted to go out and run, I know it’s essential for me to rest and recover. There’s no point in rushing out, running and then injuring myself. I’m trying to be patient with my body and listen to what it needs.

I have learned so much from running. It’s become my stress reliever. I always feel rejuvenated after a run. It’s like all the negativity gets sweated out, and I’m reborn after every run. I love it.

Besides running, I’ve discovered that I enjoy swimming as well. I swam my first mile Monday night, and although difficult, it made me proud. It’s another accomplishment to add to my list. I will keep swimming, partially because it’s wonderful cross-training, but mostly because I find it relaxing to be in the water.

I also had my first Q&A with David from Running Because I Can. If you’ve got any questions for me, shoot me an email at halfofjess@gmail.com. I would LOVE to hear from you!

 

Last week’s weight: 179.8

This week’s weight: 179.4 (down 0.4)

Last week’s goals:
1. Drink a gallon of water a day.
2. Do 6 full-form push-ups in a row three times.
3. Stretch every day.
4. Make Tara’s Couswalnachalicious.
5. Hug my parents.

I loaded up on water, I stretched, and I hugged my parents. I even managed to do 35 full-form push-ups yesterday. Not in a row, though. My max right now is 7 push-ups in a row. I’m aiming for 10 in a row by the end of summer.

Tara, I promise your surprise dish is coming soon!

This week’s goals:
1. Practice guitar for 30 minutes every day.
2. Go rock climbing once.
3. Swim 1700 meters once.
4. Make Tara’s Couswalnachalicious.
5. Walk for 30 minutes every day.

What are your goals for the week?

Tagged as: 170s, cross-training, push-ups

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