Fitness Bucket List

I have ran two 1/2 marathons in the past. I feel that it is the perfect distance for me. I have always had a wish to run a marathon, even just one, in my lifetime. I have a feeling I will hate it. I have a feeling it will be too long for me. I have a feeling I will injure myself terribly. Regardless, I must cross it off my list and what better time than now? I always like to have new and fresh goals to keep me motivated.

I am signed up for the Austin Distance Challenge. It is a serious of 6 races that all lead up to the final marathon in February.

There are 6 races in the 2012-2013 Austin Fit Magazine Distance Challenge: IBM Uptown Classic 10k - October 7, 2012 Run for the Water 10 Miler - October 28, 2012 ARC Decker Challenge Half Marathon - December 9, 2012 3M Half Marathon - January 13, 2013 Rogue 30k/10k - January 27, 2013 LIVESTRONG Austin Marathon & Half Marathon - February 17, 2013

In order to achieve this goal, I researched training plans. I am still training with my bombshell plan but incorporating my running plan into my cardio. I am also incorporating yoga twice a week to assist with injury prevention and increase my flexibility.

My ultimate goal is to be able to run the Disney marathon with Matt one year. The race is fun and flat and takes you through all of the parks. This a fitness dream of mine!

Here is my 20 week plan:

 

I feel the incorporation of yoga and meditation will also help with my chronic stress and anxiety. I feel the training plan gives me a balance between strength, edurance, conditioning and meditation which all work together to make me a stronger individual inside and out.

I am so excited for the possibility of finally checking this off my fitness bucket list. What are some of the items on your fitness bucket list?

- Whittney C.