Tag Archives: running

Pumpkin pumpkin everywhere…

Today, we went in search for a new pair of pants for me.  It was hard and horrible, so I ended up with a cheap-o pair that just need to get me through some work at the VA.  We decided … Continue reading

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Back to eating real food..

Well, I think I mentioned yesterday that I’m really good at ignoring/getting over my depression once I identify it.. and I feel pretty good today!  I started by going to the gym.. After last week and the week before, I … Continue reading

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It’s not a habit, it’s cool, I feel alive!

Today’s title is brought to you by K’s Choice.  Check them out.  I saw them live when they opened for Alanis Morissette in *cough*1996?*cough*  The truth is, I’ve always liked to title things based off of song lyrics (because I’m … Continue reading

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Tummy Troubles

When trying to diet or watch what you eat, do you ever make a decision to eat something that is “off plan” and know for a fact that you made the right choice?  That happened to me today, and I … Continue reading

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Ethical considerations

Another uneventful Friday night.  I’ve always used Fridays as a chance to unwind- not go out. The gym today was, well.. goofy.  We didn’t do any weights, and my stride was not cooperating.  I did a few minute-long bursts at … Continue reading

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Mister Blister

This is how I feel when I run.  True fact. Today, I feel like a real runner.  Why?  Because I got a blister.  I’m a giant wuss when it comes to blisters.  Someone on facebook recommended lambs wool.  Anyone have … Continue reading

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Progress progress progress!

It’s a good day here at the GeekSparkle house! Blueberry pancake cookies!  I think I used too many blueberries, but when is that a bad thing?   I’m glad I made breakfast before my shower!  Though, my hands are still … Continue reading

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Running on breakfast

Today was attempt #1 at s’mores oatmeal.  It wasn’t bad at all, but I think I have an idea of how to make it better. The toasted marshmallow is the important part, so I have to focus on that.  It … Continue reading

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Rewards and Weekends

I don’t believe in rewarding myself with food.  Well, that’s not exactly true.  I don’t believe in rewarding myself exclusively with food.  I know all of the weight loss “experts” say not to reward yourself with food, but sometime… sometimes… you just want … Continue reading

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If it doesn’t challenge you, it doesn’t change you..

Look!  I’m washing up after the gym.  Get it?  Get it?  Ok.  If I have to explain a joke, it stops being funny! So, how are things?  I conquered my self-sabotaging (so far) and plowed through the 3 minute/90 second. … Continue reading

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