Starting over...actually starting a 12 week plan to get in the best shape possible

When I started this blog, my intention was to chronicle my journey of running, but that sort of fizzled. However, even though the blog fizzled, my enthusiasm still hasn't. In fact, I did train for a period of time and actually ran my first 10K in 1:01:13 on April 3rd. And to make it even more exciting, I got to run it with my sister. I didn't do too bad considering this was my first run and I am 44 years old. I came in 4th in my age division. I ran the whole way only slowing enough to drink water at the watering stations.

Well, I am now getting ready for a vacation to Hawaii in July, and I want to make sure I am in the best shape possible and ready for a run while I am there. I have already lost 9lbs. from running, but I want to take my physique to the next level. I have been contemplating this for some time, and now the challenge to better myself is on.

I weighed myself this morning

117.5 lbs.
size 2-4

While the numbers are impressive, it's really not about the numbers, but what I can see in the mirror. The muscle tone that I want and the definition are not there. I tend to accumulate weight around the middle, and after three kids and one c-section, the rock hard abs just don't want to make an appearance.

I just finished grocery shopping, taking my list of things I need. I am going to attempt to do a modified Body for Life regime. My plan is to eat as clean and balanced as possible, incorporating good fats, protein, and complex carbs into my meals.

So far I have consumed

7:30 am 2 cups coffee, black

10:30 am 1/4 cottage cheese w/ 1/2 serving of fat free yogurt, 1 tbs. kashi

I should probably measure myself if I can catch up with a tape measure.

1:00 pm atkins bar

More to come...