A month in bullet form

Since I disappeared from the blogging world for a month, I'll catch you up on my life in bullet form (it's better that way, trust me):

• I spent a weekend in Savannah. I went on a ghost tour (appropriate since it’s the most haunted city in the US), and for the first time on a ghost tour, I actually got a little scared. I still don't believe in ghosts (I’m waiting for them to prove it to me), but I still like hunting them. I blame those cheesy boys from "Ghost Adventures."

• I spent a long weekend in Biloxi. The area is so pretty, and everyone is so nice. And, I did something amazing: I ran my longest distance ever on a treadmill. The hotel gym had adequate air conditioning, a fan on the treadmill, a TV on the treadmill, and a great view of the pool and gulf (a nice change from my craptastic condo gym).

• My dad visited over the Fourth of July, and we went to five baseball games in five days. We also saw the Rays win five games, including a sweep of the Chicago White Sox. If that wasn’t sweet enough, I also got a batting practice ball and photos with Raymond and DJ Kitty.

• I participated in a two-week boot camp that I adored. I’d still be doing it if it was still happening.
• I did another spin class, and I really, really liked it this time. I think my bike was adjusted just right this time. That, in combination with a fabulous teacher (my sweet and talented friend, Danielle, from running group), made it pretty awesome.
• I tried a hot yoga class for the first time, and I sweat a ridiculous amount. And I wanted to laugh almost the entire time. How in the heck are you supposed to grab your arm if you can’t get a grip due to profuse sweating? I mean, this is a really humorous situation. Apparently, laughing is frowned upon in these establishments, though. But, I went back a second time. And, I’m going to a class tonight. Mainly because I have a Living Social deal for a month of unlimited classes. Well, and I kind of like it. And, I get to see this girl, which makes it awesome.
• After the group fitness adventures, I decided that it’s definitely for me. I love the camaraderie, motivation and encouragement from working out in a group setting. It just makes it more fun.
• I fell in love with this song. Please do not judge my musical taste on this (although you’ve probably lost any hope in me having decent musical taste since I like Justin Bieber). The good news is I know it’s terrible. The bad news is I sing along and car dance the crap out of it. (Note: It could be offensive to some.)

 

• I’ve officially entered into the “eat-all-watermelon” season. Peaches are my favorite fruit, but I crave watermelon, and I want to eat it every day while it's in season. 

Have you been to Savannah? Biloxi? What is your farthest distance on a treadmill? Do you adore mascots as much as me? Tried a boot camp, spin or yoga class? Do you have the urge to giggle at yoga?

No resolutions for me

Happy New Year! But don’t expect any resolutions from me.

I’m not anti-resolution. I love hearing about other people’s goals for the year — it’s very inspiring. I just know that resolutions don’t work for me.

I used to carefully think out my resolutions and write them in notebook. A few weeks later (at the most), all of my resolutions ended in bitter disappointment. They probably tended to be a little too unrealistic and maybe a little too big. (I guess “Marry Reggie Bush” was too ambitious. Hmph.) I just know that instead of feeling new and inspired, I felt like a total failure. 

See why becoming Mrs. Bush was a previous (failed)
resolution? Source

 

To avoid that feeling, I quit.

I could make someone rich.

So, instead let’s look at what I have planned for the first half of 2013.

Jan. 12: Pet Pal Spin. It’s my first spin class ever, and it’s for a great cause. If you’re in the Tampa Bay area, come check it out (because it’s an awesome cause and we’ll have an awesome teacher (a running group friend) — not because you want to see me make a fool out of myself on a bike … well, if me making a fool out of myself will make you attend, I’m OK with it).

I'm attempting the 9 a.m. class.

Jan. 20: Clearwater Halfathon. It’s my first half marathon of the year, and I don’t feel prepared whatsoever. A few days off of running due to work madness and the holidays, and I assume that I’ve lost all running abilities.

Feb. 2: Best Damn Race 10K. It’s my second 10K after I said I’d probably never run another one. Yeah, that ended in failure, too. But, it’s a good thing.

Feb. 10: Rock ‘n’ Roll St. Petersburg. Yay! It’s my favorite half marathon! I loved this race last year, and I can’t wait to rock it again.

March 17: Florida Beach Halfathon. It’s my second half marathon on this course. I ran this route for the Halloween Halfathon, and I found it boring (and windy). But, it’s flat, I guess?

April 14: Iron Girl Half Marathon. It’s my first half marathon this late in the year. I’m nervous about the potential heat (and tall, scary bridges), but I’m running with running group friends, and that always makes everything better.

Do you make resolutions? Why or why not? What are your plans for the year? Have you ever done a spin class? Any tips for me?