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I had a helpful revelation today as I was on my treadmill. One was thinking back to this week's episode of The Biggest Loser- they had Dan (425? lbs) run 6.8-7 mph for 30 seconds on the treadmill. Now, this is a challenging speed for me at 139 lbs. Wow, that is really pushing him and he did it. I usually run around 6 mph, and increase or decrease speed as needed. I do usually hit 6.8 for one part of a song, but then bring it down. I thought, if this guy who is very obese can do that for 30 seconds, I absolutely can go for longer. So I kept up the speed to 7.2 mph for several minutes and was at least at 6.8 for 5 min. This is what I keep saying that we are capable of pushing ourselves more than we think we can go. In part of my run I was getting tired and thought "I can't go anymore." Then I said, "Oh yes you can!" and I went longer. I really think there is a lot of truth in believing in yourself to reach your goals and you CAN do them, even if they are hard!
So, anyway, I had a good run for a total of 4 miles in 40 minutes, plus another 10 min, walking cooldown. I pushed harder in my first 2 miles and did 9 min. miles there. I was pleased with this run as I have being doing other exercises the last week. My knees are feeling much better with the break.
Hope you all have a happy, healthy weekend.
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139.0 lb
Lost so far: 7.0 lb.
Still to go: 5.0 lb.
Diet followed reasonably well.
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steady weight
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Great job pushing yourself to go the extra mile... literally! Your revelation is so true. I guess that's why people pay for personal trainers because we are less likely to push ourselves when we are on our own. Yay, you!
16 Jan 09 by member: evelyn64
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the show is doing its job motivating most of us! good job!
16 Jan 09 by member: cindyshine
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When I heard them 6.5 miles an hour on The Biggest Loser, I tried it myself the next day. And I couldn't run that fast. I'm really impressed that you are able to do it at all, as I was impressed with the contestants on the show. I'm gonna go back and try it again. Thanks for the inspiration!
16 Jan 09 by member: debbra
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Nice work showing that treadmill who's boss! I keep trying new inclines and speeds, even if it's for just a short time. I haven't been up to 6.5 mph yet, though! I'll give it a try!
16 Jan 09 by member: amryk
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You are awesome on the treadmill. I am like a turtle, slow & steady, maybe I should do the intervals. I am going to try yoga for the 1st time tomorrow 8 am, wish me luck!!
16 Jan 09 by member: buzybeans
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