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Hello, all! I did my interval run on the treadmill this morning--30 min of 2 min x 6.1 mph and 1 min x 7.1 mph. Then I lifted weights for another 20 min. The week is off to a good start! Sheryl

I am very happy with myself--saw 159.6 lbs today! And I was able to increase my level on my hill program from 5 to 6. Did the hills for 30 min. Going to try to keep on course thru the holidays--one down, two to go (well, 3 really as my b-day is Jan 9th!). Sheryl

I did 4.5 miles on the treadmill this am--the farthest I've gone in a while! I did 30 min of intervals--2 min run + 30 sec of weight lifting and I pushed myself to run at 6.5 mph. After I finished my intervals, I did a 10 min straight run at 6.2 mph. Felt good to get it in. I've lost a few pounds over the past few weeks…

Power yoga day for me--doing some walking and will vote tonight when I get home so I can take my girls. I leave for work before the polls open, so can't do it until later in the day! Sheryl

I did my treadmill interval workout this am--30 min total, with 2 min at 6.0 mph, then 1 min at 7.0 mph. I only had to stop once to catch my breath--must be all that Halloween candy powering me! I also lifted weights, but I didn't have time for the full workout so just did the best I could. Sheryl

I did a little extra today because I know I won't be able to resist poking into the treat bags tonight! Ran a 40 min hill program on the treadmill, then did a weight workout. I'll get in a few miles of walking this afternoon and evening to add to it! Happy Halloween, all. Sheryl

Did my treadmill cardio/weight workout today. I run for 2 min, then lift a weight for 30 sec, and repeat for a total of 30 min running. Usually I run at 6.3 - 6.4 mph, but today (with Halloween candy hanging over my head!!) I ran every two min interval at 6.6 mph. I try not to get depressed when I look around and see…

I ran 30 min on the treadmill on the hill program this morning. I pulled my quad on Sunday (fell while roller skating with my Girl Scouts--I refuse to admit my age and give up these childhood activities!) so I had to start a little bit slower. But I got it done and felt okay. I also did a quick weight lifting. Have a great…

Did my hill workout on the treadmill this am and then did a full weight workout. Glad I can go in the morning and get it over with!! Sheryl

I did power yoga today. My teacher has been away for a few weeks, but now she is back and better than ever!! It was a great class. Yesterday, I did a new cardio routine where I walked at 3.5 mph and 10% for 2 min, then did 30 sec of lifting for 10 repeats, then I ran a hill program at 6.3 mph for 15 min. Felt great…

You guys are all so inspiring! I talked to my trainer at the gym about shaking up my routine, so he suggested running the hill program on the treadmill. I went at a good speed for me (6.2 mph) and every minute the treadmill changes--from 0% - 0.7%, back to 0.%, then going back and forth in increments of 0.7% (so, 1.4, 2.1,…

I hit the treadmill again this morning, but changed it up a little bit. I remember some of you saying last week that to be more like running outside, you should set the treadmill to an incline. So, I ran my usual speed but at 0.5% (didn't want to push it too much the first time out!). Didn't make the incline the whole 35…

Did 35 min on the treadmill today--averaged 6.3 mph. Then lifted weights. Does it ever get easier!! Sheryl

I did a Tues run today because we had a sub in yoga that I don't like! Yesterday, I ran 35 min, trying to keep up at 6.4 for as much as possible. Then I lifted weights. Today, I ran for 45 min at 6.2, then walked until I hit 5 miles (all on the treadmill). It seems to be getting easier!! My legs are not happy with me now,…

Today I ran 35 min again on the treadmill, all at 6.3 mph. It is getting easier! Then I did my weight-lifting routine. Have a good one, all. Sheryl

no run for me as I do power yoga on Tues and Thurs. today was a great workout! I will walk today, though. Sheryl

I was a t the gym at 6:15--yea for the early birds!! Did 35 min on the treadmill--first 20 min @ 6.2 mph and the last 15 min @ 6.3 mph. Then I walked a cool-down until I hit 4 miles (about 7 more min). After that I did the easier of my two weight-lifting workouts (it's been about a month since I lifted, so I didn't want to…

I am determined to get back what I have lost due to time off, so..... on Tues I ran 30 min on the treadmill, which is all I've been able to do for the past several weeks. Today I decided to push myselft to do 35 min. I was feeling pretty good so I went to 40 min. At 6.2 mph that's just over 4 miles, but almost what I was…

Fellow runners, I haven't been around much due vacation and getting the kids ready for school. I've been running when I've had time. Put in a 30 min, just over 3 mile run on the treadmill this morning. It was soooo hard!! My erratic schedule has put me behind. But I know I can get it back. Thanks for all the…

Because I have menstrual migraines, I take the 3 month pill and only get my period 4 time a year. Lucky me!! Ran for 30 min on treadmill (just over 3 miles) and did 30 min of weight lifting this morning. I am still so weak I can barely type!! I know this is good for me, though, so I will continue. sheryl

So, I doubled up today. I started running about 4 months ago. I went from 174 lbs to 157-158 lbs by changing my exercise and changing what I eat. However, I've been stuck at the same weight now for a few months. My trainer at the gym suggested that I needed to start weight training. So, that started last week. Today, I ran…

I haven't been around for a while. The week of July 4, my 12 year old daughter and I went to North Dakota to participate on a wagon train re-enactment. Yep, pioneer clothes and everything. The first night, they announced that every year, a few people walk the whole way. We decided to give it a shot, and we did it!! It was…

I haven't run in almost 2 weeks--got sick last week, then took my daughters on a quick vacation early this week. Got on the treadmill for 35 min this am--did just over 3.5 miles. Glad to get back at it!! Sheryl Created by MyFitnessPal.com - Free Calorie Counter

Didn't get a chance to post yesterday--got a new pair of running shoes and broke them in by doing 5 miles on the treadmill!! It wasn't too hard and I felt great afterwards. Sheryl Created by MyFitnessPal.com - Free Calorie Counter

Just wanted to check in. I wanted to do 30 min of intervals today. I did 2 min of 6.1 or 6.2 mph, with 1 min of 7.0 or 7.1 x 10 times. Then, I decided to just keep going for a little while, and ended up doing another 15 min. My total distance was 4.75 miles in 45 min! Thank goodness for the treadmill and my iPod! Have a…

Treadmill runner checking in--I put in 4.75 miles today running, then walked another 0.25 for a cooldown. I was so proud of myself!! It was a much easier run than on Monday and it felt good. I think on Friday I'll do intervals. Thanks for being so encouraging!! Sheryl Created by MyFitnessPal.com - Free Calorie Counter

Some days sure are harder than others!! I put in my 4 miles on the treadmill, but it was a struggle. Glad I made myself do it, though. I always feel better when I accomplish this goal!! sheryl Created by MyFitnessPal.com - Free Calorie Counter

Good morning!! I ran 4.5 miles on the treadmill this am. I was aiming for 4.0 because I woke up with a migraine, but thanks to a Relpax and Bleeding Love, which came on my iPod at 4.0 miles, I was able to stick with it and made it the last half mile. Thanks for being here for me to report in! Sheryl

My co-worker, with whom I have been running, called in sick today. So, I decided to really stick it to her (we are very competitive with each other--harder for me since she is 28 years old and I'm 44!!). We've been running 4.0 and once in a while 4.5 miles, with the goal of making it to 5.0 miles. I started out planning on…

thanks for the outdoor running advice!! I am definitely going to make it a goal to get out and run this weekend since I can't use the treadmill at the gym on Monday (my fitness center is at my workplace--very convenient most days, but not on vacation days!!). Sheryl