I've also added the 100 Push Up Challenge to my training. I figured it was a safe thing to add to running, "safe" meaning no real risk of injury. I have done this challenge before, but never done it with the 'guys' push ups. The difference between the girl and guy push ups is staggering. It's clearly much more difficult but even my abs are sore! I've always been one to say that girls can do anything boys can do, probably even better if they really try, so I am determined to give this challenge all that I have.
As thrilling as push ups are....they are not the highlight of my week. For that, I will mention my first ever...9 mile run. Me. ME. I ran 9 miles. I ran up and down hills, I ran over creeks and over dirt roads. I ran in the wind because, IT'S ALWAYS WINDY, so I decided to just suck it up. I did it. I really ran 9 miles, I'm starting to think not only will I actually finish my first 13.1 mile run, my finishing time might not be as embarrassing as I once thought it may be. Up next...10 miles. I'm beginning to think if I can do this, what can I not do?
Love this post :) I love being sore too :) and I cannot do "boy" pushups! I've started the 100 pushups before but I never finish!
ReplyDeletethank you, Corrina! The other times I've done the challenge, I've done the girly ones :)
DeleteWow, you amaze me more and more every time I read your posts. 9 miles?? I remember bragging about running 9 miles when I was in X-Country IN HIGH SCHOOL when I was 16 YEARS OLD. wow! I can't even imagine how good you felt when you finished, way to go!!!! Oh yeah, and the "boy" push-ups?? again....WOW. Can't even imagine.
ReplyDeleteaww, thanks Amy. But one thing I know is this...if ANYONE could long distance run and do these push ups, it's YOU. You'd kill it.
DeleteLori...I am right there with you...REALLY! I ran 9.33 this weekend and felt great. Faster than I thought I would be too! Up next for me is 10 as well. I do still find that it's a little bit daunting but I love the feeling of being a little sore. My legs hurt yesterday a bit because we (me and my running buddy) pushed it a bit, not just with the distance but with the speed. She is far faster than me but she sticks with me. We did 9.33 in 1:41! So happy! I am proud of you for doing the push-up challenge. You go girl! Good luck on the 10...can't wait to read about it!
ReplyDeleteYou continue to blow me away! I love your enthusiasm and dedication and appreciation for what you've done so far and I especially love your faith that you'll accomplish all your goals. I know you will too! I'll say it again, You're SUCH an inspiration!
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