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Thursday, April 11, 2013

30 Miles in 30 Days - April Week 2

I told ya'll that I was gonna kill it in April and so far I've stuck true to my word. I've been really proud of myself for my willpower with not snacking and backing off sweets. I even had two nights last week where I had a few beers, but that didn't derail my progress. I did Zumba bright & early Saturday morning with a slight hangover and let me just tell you that was a challenge! I almost tossed my cookies a couple times and can't say that I gave it my all, but I still managed to burn 700 calories. YES! It feels so good to feel my body loosen up and see my clothes fitting just a little bit looser after only one week. It's definitely motivation to keep pushing towards my goals.


Don't forget to show some love to the sweet Ms. Sarah who created this super cute button for the link up!
 
So button up and let's keep each other motivated!
The Pink Growl Link Up  
 
If you want to stay connected with me during the week, I am posting some updates via Twitter & Instagram {nikkib918} too. #30milesin30days Manda also posts her updates and she is a constant source of support for me! Now Kelly & Lins are also promoting this link up along with their own - Fitness Fridays! Check it out and link up your 30 Miles story for more people to get inspired by. I'm so glad to have all these ladies, plus the rest of you linking up on board!! THANK YOU!
 
 
Updates on This Week's Progress:
  • I LOST 4 LBS LAST WEEK!!!! HOLLLLLLLA! (I'm sorry I know I overuse "holla") I was so damn proud of myself and it felt awesome!
  • Tracking my Weight Watchers points has really helped give me some structure that I needed, plus I've been keeping a food diary each day to help with my binging. I write down how I felt that day and how that affected my eating habits.
  • My Fitness Pal & My Polar FT4 HRM are GREAT motivational tools for me! If you want to friend me on MFP my username is {nikkibradley918}.
  • Pinterest has been a great source to find some at-home 30 min or less circuit workouts. I am one of those cheezy people who gets fired up over motivational quotes too and you can always find some good ones on there!
My total miles for Week 2:
Sunday 4/7
~1 mile warm up on stationary bike 16.4 rpm avg
~1 mile running on treadmill 5.8 mph avg pace
 = 2 miles total

Monday 4/8
~2 miles jogging intervals outside
= 2 miles total

Thursday 4/11
~2 miles stationary bike
~1 mile running treadmill 5.9 mph avg pace
= 3 miles total
 

TOTAL MILES FOR WEEK ONE:  7 miles!
Total Miles for Challenge: 13 miles!
Only 17 more to go in 19 days!
 
 
What were your challenges this week?
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23 comments:

Erin @ Sugar Magnolia said...

Hell yea!! Good job love!

Adriana from Glitter & Sarcasm said...

GO GIRL! That's awesome! I kinda accidently linked up.. I won't be doing 30 in 30 this month. But hard work pays off so keep it up!

Helene said...

omg 4 lbs!? i need that like times 10! thats awesome!

Jill @ Bluegrass Belle said...

You lost em and I probably found em! My belly feels like it's poochin' out! Boo. I need to get on it. Congratulations on your weight loss and miles, that is awesome!

Anonymous said...

You are doing so awesome!!! :)

Amanda aka Manda said...

13 miles already and 4 pounds! You're doing awesome! I wish I hadn't gotten sick this month, but I will make at least 30, even if it kicks my ass to do so!

Faith said...

GIRL! i am so, so, so proud of you! i need to take pointers from you on the eating part! the 30 miles is not hard, it's the stepping away from the junk :/

Anonymous said...

Congratulations on 4 lbs!! That is AWESOME!!!

Jordan said...

CONGRATULATIONS ON THAT 4 LBS! That is so awesome! You are doing amazing, keep it up Nikki! I haven't made any progress this week but I have a 3 day weekend coming up so I know I'll make up for it then. #likeaboss

Holly said...

OMG woman, I am so proud of you!!!! You are killin' it!! I need you to be my extra motivation guru! Seriously, I'm giving you my number so you can text me and say, "get your ass out of bed and get to the gym! Don't you dare eat that cookie!!" Haha! But seriously...

Cassie said...

SO proud of you!!

Unknown said...

That is awesome!! Great job lady!!

Wine and Summer said...

4 lbs!! That is awesome! Keep it up girlie!

lauren said...

like everyone else - - congrats!!!!! 4lbs is excellent, after one week :)

you are totally motivating me as i follow you on both instagram and twitter! so thank YOU!

Audra said...

4 lbs - DA-AMN girl!!!!

Once I have this baby, I will be your MFP pal. There's something about people judging the sh** out of your eating choices that makes you want to make better ones. It worked for me last time! I'm smallfry5909 on there, but I haven't logged in awhile because really, what's the point. I ate ice cream for breakfast.

Amy said...

I just recently found your blog and got a late start to this challenge, but I'm determined to get my 30! I'm trying to get back in shape after having baby #2 so I'm so excited for this! Thanks for the great idea and motivation :)

Jenn @ Party of One said...

I LOVE this 30 in 30 idea! I'm a little late discovering it, but, I think I'm going to start on achieving it too! :)

Xlovehappyx said...

wow, an avg of a mile per day!! i am not that good ;)

Lindsey said...

Congrats on 4!! You are a rock star!

Kathryn said...

Great job! I really want a heart rate monitor. I think I am going to ask for one for my birthday!

Pamela said...

I am sooo proud of you girlie! I am seriously lagging behind with so much travelling :( I need to get my ass into gear!!!

Stephanie said...

You're killin gurl!! HOLLA!

Janna Renee said...

You go girl! I can see a positive attitude change, so I think you are on the RIGHT track!