Week #7 was coined "turn-around" week for Adam. He was able to reduce his simple carbohydrate intake by 45 %, while completing 2 grueling cardio workouts on his favorite treadmill nicknamed "Nelly". He also completed 2 weight training sessions but has yet to decide on names for his vast collection of free weights. Just as Adam was rounding third and heading for home on "turn-around" week, his Dad came into town from CA so he was forced to eat at Skyline, Montgomery Inn, Larosa's, and Graeter's this weekend. In order to make up for this, his goal is to refrain from eating take-out during week #8. He is continuing to work towards his weight loss goal but has a weighs:) to go. Today is a new day, Mr. Momper, everyday is a fresh start!
Week #7 for Lyndse proved to be very balanced. She Ran 50 miles, lifted (un-named) weights 2 days, and focused on eating healthy all week. Work/life balance was also key. Lyndse successfully made time for work, family, friends, and most importantly herself. She took time for herself and watched Eat, Pray, Love. She took away a wonderful message and has been generously sharing what she learned with her fellow PYP's, Not boring Lyndse, not boring at all! Continue to be the fearless person you are and just remember- Fear is a manipulative emotion that can trick us into leading a boring life. Lyndse is looking forward to her last long run of 20 miles in the coming week and is anticipating the victory of her 3:20 marathon in Columbus.
Bill ran twice during week #7, played golf once, played racquetball once, and lifted once. He has been feeling good; but still has some work to do to prepare for his 13.1 mile run. But Bill knows there's no turning back now, especially considering Lyndse and Katie have spent hours coloring "Go Bill" signs to support him at the Cincinnati 1/2 Marathon. He has a fishing trip this weekend off the NJ shore that will make working out difficult for a few days, but he certainly won't be presented with the same temptations as Adam since he will be away from the Cincinnati food scene. Adam and Bill have decided to partner during these last few weeks and really motivate each other to reach their goals. Bill is considering naming his racquetball racquet "Snookie" in honor of his impending trip to the Jersey shore.
Katie's week included an intense spinning journey, mile repeats with the training group, and a 14 mile long run. Katie continued to struggle with some injuries which have moved from her ankle to her foot. She spent last week learning a very good lesson... When you're training your body to run 26.2 miles, at some point it's going to hurt. But she sought professional medical attention and has been able to continue to push through the pain. As Lance Armstrong says "Pain is temporary. It may last a minute, or an hour, or a day, or a year but eventually it will subside and something else will take its place. If I quit, however, it lasts forever". Not only do Katie and Lance have similar coping mechanisms for pain, they also both have an affinity for Michelob Ultra.
Everyday for the next 3 weeks we will post a daily dose of inspiration to carry everyone through to the end of their 10 in 10 challenge.
Go PYP's, let your Vibrance shine!
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