...Hello 2013!

Out with the old, in with the new!  Happy New Year to all!!

I started 2013 back at my pre-holiday weight.  The .4 lbs that I gained the week of Christmas, I lost the week of New Year's.  Which is somewhat of a feat because I definitely didn't work the hardest or necessarily watch what I was eating.  But it sure is good to be back on track.

As a New Year's Resolution (NYR) this year, I resolved to run two 5k races (spring, fall) and one 10k race.  Now, running races isn't really a resolution; I realize this.  But I need an "end" to my resolution to be healthier.  So instead of resolving to be healthier, I resolve to run.  Last year I resolved to run two 5k races and I did just that.  I completed the Get Lucky 7k in March and the Nickle Dickle 5k in September.  Both races were completed with my favorite running buddy Tracy!  I look forward to what 2013 has in store for us :)

In an effort to be healthier this year, I want to create routines and good habits that are sustainable through my busy time during the summer.  When I'm working 6 days a week, 70+ hours a week it's hard to stay motivated and to keep on track with workouts.  So instead of completely quitting working out (which is usually what happens) while I work crazy hours, I want go-to exercises/routines that will get me through the stress and crazy hours.  Much easier said than done.

So I'm starting out 2013 on the right foot - literally and figuratively.  I'm losing weight, I'm working out, I'm running, and I'm (hopefully) creating good habits.  And on that note, it's time to get some stuff done around the apartment before eating a healthy lunch and heading to the gym.