Today I tried out a new exercise partner. Enter Baby K. Though he's too small for the jogging stroller as yet, meaning I can't really run with him in tow, we did get in a nice power walk this afternoon. So, nestled in to his pram, we headed in the direction of the library.
Sun, warm temps and a quick pace quickly equated sweat. Add to that the trees and flowers beginning to bloom and you've got a great workout. Baby K, however, didn't seem as interested in his surroundings. He zonked out about 15 seconds after being placed into the pram (with a brief exception when we stopped for a red light...he doesn't like to stop moving) and didn't wake up until 4+ miles later. I'm looking forward to more of these walks...at least, that is, until he's ready for the jogging stroller. Then there will be no stopping us.
This evening, I headed over to the gym for some rare solo time. With dad responsible for all the kids, there was no pressure to get it done as quickly as possible. I got in a short run before hitting the weight machines. I got a great laugh as I started my last set on the row machine. Was it just coincidence that, as I was thinking about my body transformation journey, "Sexy and I Know It" piped through my earbuds? I think not...especially as the words "I work out" fit perfectly into the rhythm I was pounding out. Add to that, I know the perfect animal print running pants I could add to the mix (seen at the Nike Women's Half in DC last April...a big PR day for me).And now as I sit here relaxing and thinking about what I can squeeze in tomorrow before the rain makes it impossible for Baby K to be loaded into the pram, I'm happy with what I accomplished today. Happy trails!!!
Stats -
Miles: 3.11 (run), 4.12 power walk
Time: 32:00 (average pace of 10:17), I accidentally forgot to stop the watch after my walk, so the time was off
Location: Broadneck Peninsula and Greater Annapolis Y
Feeling: awesome
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